Best Books of 2018
Books are one of my favorite things to give (and receive). With lots of gift giving opportunities around the corner, I thought I would share some of my most-loved reads of 2018 with you. For as many favorites as I found, I read (or listened to) just as many flops. Save yourself the time and… Read More»
The Best Plant Based Protein Shakes
Updated: 6/10/21 In today’s world, convenience is king. We all want quick, healthy, on-the go options to keep us fueled throughout the day without having to spend hours in the kitchen. As a result, the number of ready to drink shakes on the market has exploded in recent years. Let’s get one thing straight first:… Read More»
Two Dietitians Tried the Ketotarian Diet: Here’s What Happened
Is it possible to eat plant-based AND get the benefits of being in ketosis? Dr. Will Cole, the author of the Ketotarian Diet, thinks so. We tried the ketotarian diet and discuss our experience, cravings (or lack of), the possible benefits and downfalls of following the ketotarian diet. Check out our previous experiments with other… Read More»
The Best BCAAs
What are BCAAs? Have you ever seen someone in the gym drinking neon colored liquid out of a shaker bottle during their workout? They’re probably drinking a BCAA supplement. Branched chain amino acids, better known as BCAAs, are the building blocks of protein. There are nine amino acids that are essential, meaning that our bodies… Read More»
A Dietitian Tries the Carnivore Diet
As a registered dietitian, it’s my job to help my clients figure out the best eating style for them. I try to get ahead of diet trends by experimenting with them myself and in turn help my clients to truly understand if these trends would be helpful or harmful. In this article, I cover what… Read More»
The Best Pre Workout Supplements
Do you ever feel like you need a little extra boost to get your daily exercise in? Pre workout drinks and supplements are designed to help you get the most out of your workouts but buyer beware: many products over-promise and under-deliver. Let’s get one thing straight: the overwhelming majority of supplements are complete garbage…. Read More»
Sweet Potato Hummus
Back in 2013 when I originally posted this recipe, it was still a toss-up whether my clients had even heard of hummus. Now, hummus is all the rage and every grocery store carries at least 4 different brands and a crazy amount of flavors. I put hummus on sandwiches and wraps, use it as a… Read More»
Greek Pita Pockets
I’m all about meals you make once and can eat for several days in a row, especially for lunch. These Greek Pita Pockets may not photograph well but they sure hit the spot when lunchtime rolls around. No microwave required. You can make the tzatziki dip yourself or pick up a pre-made one. I found… Read More»
Mexican Street Corn (Off the Cob)
Living in Texas for 3 years, I developed a love for legit tacos. Like, an “every Friday night we NEED to go get tacos” kind of love. Torchy’s Tacos was one of my go-to spots and I never passed up an order of mexican street corn on the side. Now that I’m in Florida, I’ve… Read More»
Quinoa Pizza Bites
These Quinoa Pizza Bites were one of the very first recipes I posted on my blog back in 2013. They needed a major refresh and some new photos. Back then, no one even knew how to pronounce quinoa! I added more “pizza toppings” this time for more flavor and a pop of color. These healthy… Read More»