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Boosting Time Management Skills for College Students For most college students the fall 2024 semester will begin soon. Navigating the numerous challenges that college presents can be overwhelming, especially for those diagnosed with ADHD and other mental health struggles. While the freedom and fun that go along with being a...

What is Loneliness? Loneliness is a complex and often misunderstood emotional state. It is defined as the feeling of being alone or isolated but it is also subjective – what one person perceives as loneliness might feel different for someone else.  Loneliness can be caused by many different factors including...

Do you feel lonely? Has it been difficult to meet new friends? Are you looking for like-minded people to do fun activities with? Feeling ready to expand your social circle?  Join us at Social Bloom, a newly launched service dedicated to helping individuals like you cultivate meaningful relationships through tailored...

This month we are taking a deep dive (no pun intended) into the practice of cold plunging! Cold plunging has been a tradition in certain cultures for many centuries and is now regaining popularity in our modern times by wellness enthusiasts around the world. Also known as cold immersion therapy,...

Hello again. Last month we focused on building skills to help reduce anxiety around being social and to make it feel less intimidating. Hopefully you have been starting to hone some of those skills. Please click here for a reminder of how to start building those skills, and don't hesitate...

Recently I have been hearing a repeated narrative from various clients about feeling lonely. Socializing does not come naturally to everyone, and without the required environments of school and activities like when we were children and teens, making friends and building new relationships as adults can be challenging. So today...

Happy New Year! As we begin 2024, I am making myself accountable by sharing that I am committed to prioritizing my own mental well-being. This means cultivating healthy habits that promote a positive and resilient mind.  It’s more fun and also leads to more success when you join with others...

With Thanksgiving and the general holiday season just around the corner, it always reminds me of the complexities of this time of year. Moderately indulging without going overboard with holiday food, feeling excited to see all of your family but then easily getting annoyed with them when you are together,...

Happy autumn! A few issues ago in Don’t Get Your Gut In A Rut, we looked at the benefits of a gluten-free diet. This month we will examine the benefits of a dairy-free diet, what that looks like, and how to decide if it’s right for you.  First, let's define...

It’s hard to believe it’s back to school time already. This time of year is a lot of change for both students and parents, so it’s important to utilize tools and tips that can help everyone get back into their routines with as few challenges as possible. This may call...

Sometimes it’s important to get back to basics and revisit the foundational elements of our work. Recently, I read a great article that did exactly this by explaining why the gut has a tremendous impact on the rest of our body. This article, published in National Geographic, does an excellent...

In today's fast-paced and interconnected world, social media has become an integral part of our lives. While it brings numerous advantages, it's also crucial to recognize the importance of taking a step back and nurturing our well-being. Social media can cause small “dopamine hits” to the brain, which means the...

Motivation is an essential aspect of achieving our goals and making progress in our lives. Whether it is personal or professional, we all need motivation to keep moving forward. However, sometimes we find ourselves lacking the drive and determination to achieve our goals. Today we will discuss some effective ways...

Hooray, spring is officially here! Spring is a time of renewal, growth, and starting over. Our bodies start to adjust to the warming weather, and we shift our diets from hearty warming foods to lighter spring foods such as arugula, asparagus, artichokes, and peas.  With the season of regrowth and...

Happy February (and almost the end of winter!). This month I was lucky enough to be part of the Wellness At Sea program on Jam Cruise, a very special 6 night music festival at sea. Many of you know that some of my greatest passions in life include wellness and...

Switching to a gluten free diet has been pretty trendy over the past few years (especially if you reside in my hometown of Boulder, CO), but for good reason! Celiac Disease, which is an autoimmune disease causing an allergy to wheat, is one reason people may be forced to go...

Happy holidays! I always find this time of year to be a bit complicated. The holidays are joyous but they can also come with their challenges. I believe it’s important to acknowledge that, which can actually help you ease into the holiday season and enjoy it more. Of course, the...

This month I would like to share two separate articles I came across, both focused on brain health, albeit different aspects of it.  First, the Covid-19 pandemic provided an opportunity to study the impact of socialization on our brains. Humans are, by nature, a social species. According to a meta-analytic...

Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders diagnosed in people today, according to Psychiatry.org. Symptoms of ADHD include: Inability to focus/concentrate (losing things, forgetful, difficulty organizing) Hyperactivity (fidgeting, moving around a lot) Impulsivity (interrupting, procrastinating) ADHD can then lead to poor self-esteem, lack of motivation,...

I hope you are enjoying your summer! I recently read a book that completely rocked my world, so I wanted to share it and talk more about the subject. The book is called The Awakened Brain, by Lisa Miller. Lisa Miller is a PhD psychologist that pioneered the research studying...

I love summer! Warm weather, nature in full bloom, and the availability of beautiful fruits and vegetables are all things for which I have immense gratitude! This month, the title article in Prevention Magazine focused on how the gut acts as the body’s second brain, something we have discussed many...

The results are in! Thank you so much for participating in the Tri-Wellness Spring Survey. One of the most overwhelming responses was a desire to incorporate gardening into your lives. Since this is also something close to my heart (above photos are from my very own garden, just getting started...

Happy spring! Spring is a time of rebirth, renewal, and growth. It’s also my very favorite time of year because I get excited about what’s ahead! I love seeing the tiny buds transform into leaves on the trees, planting seeds that I watch germinate and eventually transplant into my vegetable...

Welcome to this month’s Don’t Get Your Gut In A Rut newsletter, which focuses on sleep hygiene. In this second half of my 2 part newsletter on sleep, we will focus more on research about sleep, how important it is to both mental and physical health, and some new habits...

Welcome to my two part series on sleep. Sleep is probably the number one most important thing you can do to improve and maintain good overall health, which is why it warrants a 2 part series. In today’s part I, I will focus on sleep’s relationship with gut health and...

I hope you enjoyed the holidays, got through them safely and had a happy New Year. By now, hopefully you have had a chance to listen to the Huberman Lab podcast I recommended on addiction in last month’s newsletter. As promised, in part 2 of my focus on addiction this...

This month I would like to focus on the illness of addiction, which can get worse during the holiday season for many people. For part one of my two-part series on addiction, I’ll focus on education and understanding the illness of addiction. Next month, I’ll share specific strategies to help...

Did you know being grateful can actually benefit your mental and physical health? It’s true! The word gratitude is derived from the Latin word gratia, which means grace, graciousness, or gratefulness. According to Harvard University’s psychology researchers, “Gratitude helps people feel more positive emotions, relish good experiences, improve their health,...

One of my favorite quotes that I often repeat to my own kids (who are barely kids anymore so they have heard it for many years lol) is “To make progress, you have to get comfortable with being uncomfortable.” Sometimes that uncomfortable place is where the magic truly happens. Of...

There are many types of stress and many different ways it can manifest, but one thing is clear: it can absolutely impact a person’s gut health. Dr.Mercola does an excellent job of explaining the science behind why our bodies start to produce more of the hormone, Cortisol, when we are...

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If you have ever experienced anxiety, you know that it can balloon out of control quickly and affect you both mentally and physically. The good news is that through the study of neuroscience and technology, scientists and doctors have discovered various ways in which you can retrain your brain to...

As an Executive Functioning Coach, two of the most common reasons clients come to see me are to get more organized, and to better manage time. Neither of these goals are overnight processes, but they are each very doable. Much of it depends on how you structure your day. Creating...

Anxiety disorders are the most common type of mental illness in the US. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA), 40 million adults (18.1% of adults) in the US suffer from some sort of anxiety and/or depression disorder, while 6.3 million children aged 3-17 years old also...

Spring is upon us (yay!), and it’s a time of new beginnings and growth. During this time, I always like to do a self inventory check, so I wanted to share my strategy on this and encourage you to do it as well. Spring Self-Inventory Check My spring self-inventory check...

Sugar addiction is a common affliction in the United States. According to the USDA, Americans consume 150-170 lbs of refined sugars per year, which equates to ¼ to ½ pound of sugar per day, aka 30-60 teaspoons per day. As a frame of reference, you can find approximately ¼ pound...

Last month we focused on being able to identify executive functioning (EF) skill deficits and some tips to overcome them (which you can!). I thought it would be apropos to now focus on how these EF skills can be implemented to improve both remote learning for kids/teens and working from...

Do you ever find that when you feel sad it's harder to motivate and be productive? Or if you feel anxious, it makes it more difficult to get out of the house and get your day started? Or when you are stressed, do you sometimes feel too overwhelmed to know...

Between the pandemic, a highly polarized political environment and upcoming election, historic fire and hurricane seasons, remote learning, and winter just around corner, many people are feeling intense stress, anxiety and depression right now. Individually we can each do our part to take care of our planet, vote, and follow...

With fall upon us and cold weather approaching, it's time to start paying extra attention to your supplement regimen as one of your tools to boost your immune system. Of course, supplements can only be as beneficial as the other efforts you make to take care of your body through...

With so many schools going online this fall, I thought it would be a good idea to look at the pros and cons of remote learning, and also provide tips on how to overcome the challenges that may be giving you (and your child) additional stress.* * One of which...

I am thrilled to announce a super fun upcoming event on Aug 8th at 11am called Om Brew. Brought to you by Tri-Wellness and Upslope Brewing, please join us in the back of Upslope's Flatiron location for a 1 hour socially distanced outdoor vinyasa flow yoga class, followed by a...

With summer now in full swing (and especially if social distancing is keeping you at home more), it's a great time to dive into seasonal fruits, fresh vegetables, and of course... grilling! As you enjoy fresh and seasonal cuisine, here are some "natural medicine" bonuses you'll benefit from: Improve or...

I hope you are faring well as we continue to stay home. In my last newsletter, I shared a “no-equipment needed” full body strength-training workout. Watching Ellen Degeneres the other day, I was inspired to create a healthy home challenge to boost your immune strength, avoid stir-craziness, and keep your...

As we all adjust to our isolated and temporary “new normal,” it's sometimes a challenge even knowing what day it is! As an Executive Functioning (EF) Coach, one of my jobs is to help my clients manage their time, stay organized, and declutter their living and work spaces. These types...

Happy almost spring! By now you’ve all seen media coverage of COVID-19, the disease caused by the recent novel coronavirus outbreak. And you’ve likely been bombarded with precautionary tips, most of which are valuable (e.g. “proper hand washing), while others are downright misleading (e.g. “It’s ok to go to work...

Because I’m so passionate about the health and nutrition of my clients, I love researching and trying the latest diet trends. So I became curious as I observed the increasing hype about intermittent fasting (IF). What Is Intermittent Fasting? Exactly what it sounds like, fasting for specifically allotted times, and...

The holiday season is not only an extra busy time of year, but also filled with tempting occasions to overload on unhealthy foods. But am I suggesting that you deprive yourself while everyone at your office party, family gathering, or celebration with friends is enjoying themselves? Absolutely not! However, I...

How does mood affect cognitive functioning? I’m glad you asked… And because my company mainly helps people struggling with mental health disorders, I have unique insights and real-world experience to share. When we help such individuals by practicing better gut health, we see marked improvement in their cognitive and executive...

In part 2 of this series on mindfulness, you will learn how your mind body connection affects your eating habits. Just by trying the 4 simple tasks in this video, you will learn how to determine if you are eating due to hunger or out of emotion. Watch to see...

Learn in this video how you can work meditation into your daily life. This is part 1 of a 3 part series on mindfulness and your health. Just meditating for 20 minutes a day can do wonders for your mental and physical health. I know that most people are overwhelmed...

In this video, you’ll discover a few different ways to work your ab muscles that are not only effective… but also more exciting than traditional crunches. Check it out! A strong core is so much more than just a toned, slim tummy - it’s the backbone of stability that promotes...

In this video, discover how focusing on your imperfections can lead to your downfall. We are our own biggest critics, but focusing on your imperfections, trying to change them using unnatural techniques or going to extremes are not healthy ways to fix the problem. To truly find out where the...

I love a good burrito, but often the store-bought or restaurant burritos are huge, full of cheese and rice, and overall fat-laden. How can you get the best of both worlds? My solution is two-fold: get rid of the unnecessary fat and carbs by eliminating cheese and rice, and add...

Eggplant is a versatile vegetable that can be made and served in a variety of ways. Containing no fat, cholesterol, and being only 20 calories per cup, makes eggplant a fantastic vegetable to use as a meat substitute. With our Eggplant Pesto Parm recipe, we show you how easy it...

Few meals are enjoyed by all ages like chicken tenders. Besides being easy to cook, chicken provides a number of health benefits. This poultry is high in protein and load with iron as well as vitamins A and D. Our Ginger and Spice Rubbed Chicken Tenders recipe is a terrific...

For those of you who have busy schedules, soup is an easy dish that can be made ahead of time. Whether served as the main meal or as a side, our recipe for 13 Bean Minestrone Soup shows how soup can be fulling and nutritious. Our version of this classic...

Ask anyone on the street and they will tell you that the words "healthy," "great-tasting," and "easy" rarely go together when talking about weeknight dinners. In fact, the general consensus is that microwaved, frozen meals are the only way to keep your sanity during a busy mid-week supper. I'm here...

For so long, women in particular have been told to find a balance between work, home life, and attending to our own well-being. That pressure to "balance" attention can be misguided, and  can actually add stress to your daily life! Instead of thinking about "balance," perhaps the best way to...

Health stores, clean eating gurus, and diet experts can't stop talking about and touting the great benefits of chia seeds. Like most of us, I bet your knowledge of chia seeds ends at sprouting them in your Chia Pet kit-not eating them! Luckily, chia seeds are a delicious, nutritious powerhouse...

In this video, I give you a few different ways to work your ab muscles, that are both effective and more exciting than traditional crunches. A strong core is so much more than just a toned, slim tummy: it is the backbone of stability that promotes strength, spinal protection, and...

Seasonal eating is high on my list of priorities to help your body stay healthy and maintain its natural rhythms. The beginning of spring is my favorite time of year because it means we have a nice long period ahead of us where the weather is starting to change and...

If you’re like me, you’re always looking for an excuse to satisfy that sweet-tooth. Unfortunately, the terms “dessert” and “weight loss” rarely coincide. Luckily, there’s still hope. Fruit offers the (natural) sugar-packed punch of all great desserts while still keeping true to any good diet plan. This apple pear blueberry...

Incorporating vegetarian meals into your diet is a great way to lose weight fast. Even substituting a typical dinner recipe for a vegetarian recipe two to three times a week can make a big difference. Initially, the proposition seems daunting, but easing into a more vegetarian-friendly diet could be just...

The vegan diet is not a new concept--the roots of veganism can be traced back to ancient Indian and eastern Mediterranean societies, and the term "vegan" was coined in 1944 by the Vegan Society. However, the idea of a completely animal-product free diet has become increasingly popular within the last couple of decades, whether...

Today, we will look at advice from WebMD about losing weight the right way. There are so many people who find themselves unable to lose weight because they chose a diet that was never designed to actually work for them. In an article written by Kathleen Zelman titled, “7 Things Never to...

Our bodies, both male and female, produce of many different types of hormones, which serve an array of functions. Yet, when it comes right down to it, Estrogen, Progesterone, Testosterone and HCG are the main ones we must address when it comes to female pubescent growth, menstrual cycles, pregnancy, menopause...

Finding recipes that the whole family will enjoy can be challenging, but luckily solutions do exist. When you’re pressed for time and in need of an easy dinner recipe, don’t panic. Our Lemon Thyme Halibut is an easy dinner recipe that will keep you on track to meet your weight...

It is not easy to lose weight. Not only is the process itself difficult, but it is compounded with an ever-increasing wealth of knowledge that can be as suspicious as it is confusing. The large and profitable fitness and health industries take advantage of the conflicting rules, diets, and regimens...

The Grapefruit Diet (a.k.a. the Hollywood Diet), introduced during the 1930s, is one of the oldest fad diets. It's one of those fad diets (like all of them!) that are just too good to be true. Through a combination of fatty meat, grapefruits and grapefruit juice[2], the Grapefruit Diet allegedly...

Diet Companies And What You Should Know About False Advertising Deceptive advertising and weight loss products (unfortunately) go hand in hand. Many products include intentionally misleading testimonials and marketing methods to sell their products, when in truth their products may be dangerous or provide no benefit. Customers flock to products...

This recipe is a great take on a salad- it's an inside out salad, making it a great option for kids and adults-especially because you can eat it with your hands. This low calorie, high protein salad is scrumptious and will cool you down on a warm day. The garlic will help boast your immune system, while the parsley will keep your breath smelling sweet all day!

This delectable soup is a great way to satisfy a craving for a delicious, creamy soup without the dairy (and you won't even know it's missing!). Asparagus is also a great way to welcome spring, eat seasonally, and get a nice dose of Vitamin K, important for blood clotting, and folate, important for reproductive health in men and women.

The beautiful colors from all the veggies in this dish make it look so appealing, you'll to want to dive right in. The delicious taste makes you want to keep eating, and the healthy source of protein, fiber, and antioxidants is a huge bonus!

This dish is very low in calories, yet packed with iron, protein, and tons of flavor, so it keeps you feeling sated and satisfied. It's super easy to whip up as a week night dinner, plus make a little extra for a great lunch the next day too!

Lisa Shanken is an accredited nutrition counselor, healthy cooking instructor, certified personal trainer, and certified Corporate Wellness Specialist. In addition to publishing several books, she has provided private one-on-one nutrition counseling, private cooking instruction, fitness training, supermarket tours, and healthy cooking classes since 2001. She also helps companies build and...

After our previous article on how to turn television time into a more stimulating exercise (either physically or mentally), I was inspired to write about how to make computer time more healthy and how to lose calories while sitting. Most people complain that they spent a lot of time chained...

Sometimes my son gets furious with my husband and me when we strictly limit his daily TV time because it means he must find other ways of amusing himself, which can range from anything to reading to playing outside. But we are strict about this rule because it keeps him...

In today’s busy world, the reality for many of us is that we have to eat on the go. Many busy people trying to stay healthy turn to smoothies as a solution for eating on the go. So the question remains, is this a kind solution for healthy living or not?

In my last post, we discussed how many eggs you should be eating and what your safe levels of cholesterol should be. Now what if I told you there was an actual breakfast food that could reduce cholesterol? Yes, it’s oatmeal! Oatmeal magically reduces the amount of LDL or ‘bad’...

One of the diets I skimmed through today is called “The Simple Pescatarian Diet” which adheres to some solid health principles, such as eating lots of fish, fresh fruit and dairy (mercury levels and lactose intolerance aside) but I feel its overuse of eggs is a tad questionable. The regimen...

Through mass media and self-help diatribes, we’ve been bombarded with such tired adages as “Give it 100%!” or “Go all the way!” Lately I’ve been hearing such ridiculous statements such as “Give it 110%!” or even larger figures. I don’t know about you, but I don’t think we can give...

My husband turned me on to spicy foods after we got married, and now I love turning on the heat! But I Don’t Like Spicy Food! If you don’t like spicy food, it may be just because you haven’t tried the right kind. Perhaps the spicy food you tried was...

The Japanese, particularly the ones who live on the island of Okinawa, are amongst the longest-living people in the world. One factor may be because of all the green tea they drink. Today I’m going to discuss green tea…that hot, steamy drink that is commonly served as ‘house tea’ with your...

Exercise is essential to weight loss, health, happiness, strong bones, heart health and preventing disease, so it's time to find one that you enjoy. Don't wait any longer - get started TODAY! Excuses It's time to find the time to exercise. It may already feel like your day is too...

It's hard for anyone to keep sane when juggling work and home life. Somehow the line between those two worlds tends to blur and you're left with more than you can handle and no time to cook. Or someone will come home hungry and you'll have to quickly switch from...

I make a point to keep abreast of every fad diet around, and I was alarmed to find yet another terrible diet is on the march: the 3-day diet [1]. This awful diet causes the person to eat small breakfasts and lunches, which is fine, but then tells you to...

Healthy weight loss is the main topic on this blog, and though I always discuss the technical aspects I feel people should know, I think it's important to evaluate the psychological side too. Emotional eating or eating because of stress are often overlooked, but they are just as serious as...

In recent years, research[1] has showed that eating 5 - 6 mini meals throughout the day, also referred to as grazing, is more beneficial in aiding weight loss than eating 3 larger meals in a day. Why Mini Meals Work There are a couple of reasons why mini meals are...

If you want to lose weight when eating out, you should ask for half portions even before the food arrives at your table. This really makes your healthy weight loss efforts count, as you won't be tempted to overeat. But what about situations where you are unable to get half...

It seems like every day is a rush for the average American family, so packing a lunch each day can be overwhelming and  another "to-do" to add to your inevitably long list.  However, making a packed lunch is simply one of the most significant things you can do for the...

Frozen yogurt is all the rage right now [1], especially with so many new types, brands, flavors, and stores being introduced. It's cold, delicious and nutritious, but it can also pack a lot of sugar and hidden calories, as well as artificial ingredients. Today I'd like to discuss the pros...

One of the most interesting nutritional health questions I've heard these past few weeks was posed to me by my young son. He asked: "What's better for you, fruit or vegetables?"  This is not a simple question to answer, and I love how my son’s inquiry has offered me something...

It was another breezy summer afternoon when I opened up my laptop to find that a fan of my blog had sent me this tiny gem [1] from Wiki on Americans and weight loss: "There is a substantial market for products which promise to make weight loss easier, quicker, cheaper,...

Flipping through Dr. Sears' book, I was alarmed to see that the book was full of 'success stories' while not containing an ounce of independent research I could evaluate. WebMD's latest article on the Zone Diet seconds my concern about the validation of this diet’s success. If you toss all...

An Internet search for acai berries is like browsing a list of spam emails. A majority of these so-called 'balanced reviews' that weigh the 'pros and cons' of acai berries are thinly veiled marketing ploys that involve getting you to give up your credit card details for a free trial...

Despite how popular the South Beach Diet is, I would never recommend it to any of my clients who come in for nutrition consultations. In this article, I've compiled research on why the South Beach Diet is not a replacement for a healthy diet. The South Beach Diet was developed...

Fact: Animal meat is a source of complete protein. Fact: Soybeans and soy are also a complete source of protein. What are complete proteins? Wikipedia defines complete or whole proteins as “a source of protein that contains an adequate proportion of all of the essential amino acids for the dietary...

One in every eight deaths worldwide is due to cancer [1]. Most people know someone who has been affected: a friend, sibling, parent or distant relative. This post is all about the simple ways you can help prevent cancer from happening to you and your loved ones. Genetic Markers The...

As a nutritionist, it pains me to think that people keep subscribing to fad diets, which can greatly endanger your health and lead to the ballooning effect, i.e. when a person diets and then balloons back to his/her original weight weeks later. Plus, limiting your diet to only a few...

"I will lose weight" is one of the most popular New Year's resolutions in the world. It's also the one resolution most of us fail to keep. Despite the odds, and what the scale may tell you, you are capable of losing that weight! Fat is only a temporary part...

If everyone carried little comic thought bubbles above their heads near buffets, I wouldn’t be surprised to find these statements inside them. “I didn’t eat lunch. That means more room for buffet dinner!”“I’m on a diet – I guess I’ll eat salad with all that dressing first.”“They might run out...

Everyone has those cave man memories. Remember when cable only had a few channels? Remember life before email? Remember when dinosaurs roamed the Earth? Well, I have such a story. I used to pour these great big tablespoons of olive oil onto my dishes when teaspoonfuls were more than enough....

Though recipes are the gourmand’s ’safe bet’ in an uncertain world, wouldn’t it be nice if we could simply cook a vegetable based on its color, knowing how to craft culinary morsels with only a swift and assured glance? Trouble yourself no more. By the end of this guide, you...

The secret to perfect grilled shrimp that would put a top restaurant to shame is in the preparation. Since shrimp shouldn’t be overcooked, a lot of the magic happens before the shrimp even goes on the grill. In this guide I’ll show you just how to put together perfectly grilled...

I once met a vegetarian who told me, with a rapturous expression on her face, that the only meat she missed since going vegan was bacon. For many people bacon represents the best in taste and the worst in health. Sweet, sugary, honeyed and dripping in fat, ordinary bacon is...

Whether you're into grilling, barbecuing or rotisserie, chances are that you've tried your hand at basting. Basting is a cooking process wherein the meat you're cooking over a long period of time is periodically moistened by way of brushing, pouring or spooning the meat's own juices or marinade, thereby preventing...

Dear Lisa, I just got a spice rack for Easter and I haven’t got a clue what to do with it. I use ‘ Italian’ seasoning for pasta, and I pepper my steaks. That’s about it. Help! Yours truly,Waldo Hi Waldo, I was really intrigued by your e-mail so I...

The benefits of olive oil have been proclaimed far and wide. Even if you are already aware of some of them, this list goes through the most interesting facets of olive oil. If you aren't a fan of olive oil already, I think this post may more than convince you...

A lot of food poisoning cases arise from the improper handling of raw meat or other raw food items. This guide is to help you prevent such cases in your kitchen. Invaluable to any aspiring chef, these easy tips and tricks go beyond simple cleanliness and can easily be learned...

Today's power food under the microscopic spotlight is the mighty asparagus, the tightrope-balancing, one-act wonder of the nutritional world. Asparagus is one of the most nutritious, well-balanced vegetables around, containing considerable vitamins and minerals that can supply what the body needs. You might never reach for a supplement again. For...

Tomatoes are a wonderful fruit, and are essential to any weight loss regimen. Say you decided to have steak and potatoes for dinner, but you want to lose weight. You eat a half portion of what you were originally planning to eat, but you replace the remainder with insalata caprese,...

If you're not on the miso bandwagon already, jump on! You might remember miso soup from your last trip to a Japanese restaurant. A bowl filled with dashi stock, silky tofu and seaweed is set in front of you. Inside that bowl floats a cloud of flavor, a fog of...

The recession has led a lot of people to reflect about what's important in life, like more time with the family, the benefits of a steady job, time spent on improving oneself. Somehow amongst all the hullaballoo, cutting one's vegetables can take a backseat. If you have the time and...

Cooking tools are for everyone! Here’s a no-nonsense guide describing the items a health-oriented cook should have at their disposal. Use A Non-Stick Aluminum Foil A quick way to clean up after cooking is by using a non-stick aluminum foil. I use Reynolds Non-Stick Aluminum Foil.  You can place this...

I always cringe a little bit when I read user comments on recipe sites, and I find that the odd user is complaining that a recipe has ‘too many’ ingredients. There are so many delicious recipes out there, and though they make a little more time and an extra trip...

When people consult with me on what to eat for healthy weight loss, I tell them that one of the best health moves they can make is to replace refined food products with whole grains alternatives. Whole grains have been identified as one of the healthiest foods on the planet....

Exercise plays an important role in my life. While running (and more recently, swimming) has been my passion since college, I have always tried to also incorporate some type of strength training exercise because it boosts your metabolism and burns fat. Running, as a cardiovascular exercise, is better for burning...

I am a true believer that if you have a great chef’s knife in your kitchen, then you can prepare anything! A good knife is your secret weapon to cutting, chopping, skinning, dicing, and all other things to prepare your dishes and also make them look appetizing to eat. A...

Kids (and many adults) love ice cream novelty treats, but they tend to be full of processed, artificial ingredients and an over abundance of sugar. Many kids also love to help out in the kitchen and are more likely to try something when they’ve had a hand in creating it....