Wellness Blog

Fall Healthy Recipe Roundup

Even though the calendar said it was fall last week, it really feels like it now that October has arrived! I love all the fresh produce that summer brings, but fall is when I come alive in the kitchen. The cooler temps mean I can finally turn on my oven again! There’s

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5 Truths About Sugar

Sugar can be a complicated nutrient to navigate. Are we supposed to be eating it or not? And if we are allowed, what kind is best? Does aspartame really cause cancer? Today I’m offering a dietitian’s take on everything you need to know about sweeteners. In a time where information

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Ditching the All-or-Nothing Food Mentality

Let’s tackle a common food mindset: the all-or-nothing food mentality.  I want to start by having you think about the foods you consider as “shoulds” — the so-called healthy options like blueberries, spinach, eggs, broccoli, oats, and beans. Now, picture the foods in your “shouldn’t” list — those tempting treats like

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Do you REALLY need carbs

Do you really need carbs? Before I trick you into thinking the answer might be “no,” you can stand up and rejoice because the answer is a resounding “yes!” To prove it, I’m munching on pretzel crisps as I type this. This topic has been on my mind lately, especially

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