Glass bottles are typically on the top shelf. Cooking oils, also called culinary oils, include olive, corn, avocado, peanut, coconut oil and much more. We use these oils daily for frying, sautéing, and roasting or as a base ingredient in salad dressings.   Just about every …

Food plays a HUGE role in how we celebrate our holidays with friends and family. This time of year should be joyful, but many people are fearful of regressing into old eating habits, gaining weight and ruining all of the healthy progress they have made …

In a perfect world, we would all have enough time, energy and money to prepare homemade meals and snacks from wholesome, fresh ingredients every day! Right? At least that is how I feel! On a realistic level, having pre-made, ready to go healthy options is …

We all know how important hydration is, especially for our athletes. The amount and type of hydration needed depends on several factors: age, weight, intensity and duration of activity, weather and climate. For normal everyday activities most children only require water. Children should not be …

my dinner last night PROBIOTICS By now, you have all heard about the health benefits of probiotics. Probiotics are the friendly bacteria in our gut that help improve digestion and overall health. Probiotics are also beneficial in supporting our immune health, heart health, memory and …

I am writing this blog to share my detox journey with you. I posted little bits and pieces about it last week and have received many messages, questions and interest on the program. I want to answer all of your questions, but first let me tell …

It is a great time for some Spring “Cleaning!” And I am not only talking about your house… I am talking about the food you eat. Are you fueling your body with nutrient dense foods on a daily basis? Nutrient dense foods provide us with …

SETTING YOUR ATHLETE UP FOR NUTRITION SUCCESS Are you struggling to find a healthy balance between training, games, school and family time? I am guessing your answer is yes!   Making sure your young athlete is eating the right foods is critical, not only to support …

PRE- AND POST-WORKOUT NUTRITION Are you wondering what you should eat before and after your workout? I am guessing you are because this is one of the most common questions I get from clients! Your individual nutritional needs will depend on the type of athlete you …