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I Say Potato, You Say Potahto! September 14, 2019

Labor Day has come and gone; and just like that another summer is over. I do think we feel it more on the east coast because it reminds us that the cold weather will be here before we know it and that can be rather depressing (At least for me!). So because of this, I've been trying really hard lately to stay present and not go down that foreboding path. I think in general the more we can live in the present, the more we can enjoy what is truly right in front of us. Sure snow will be falling in a couple of months - but guess what?

Facts Not Fears! August 27, 2019

I recently had the amazing opportunity to visit Monterey, CA on behalf of the Alliance for Food and Farming and Markon Cooperative, for their "Facts Not Fears Tour". This trip consisted of farm tours to see strawberries, romaine lettuce (seen above), iceberg lettuce, celery and artichokes directly in the fields. It never gets old for me seeing how our food is grown and then hearing about the steps that bring it to our table. There are many myths that float around in the produce industry and being able to speak with growers, distributors, scientists and other registered dietitians for two full days around this topic was priceless. I only wish my father was still alive so I could stop whining about weeding and tell him how much I fully appreciated his home garden.

What’s The Real Deal With Calorie Counting? August 13, 2019

Have to admit, avocado toast never gets old! I am beginning to wonder how I lived for so many years of my life without it. It's actually shocking! Ha! Anyway, if I really think about it I have had other LONG food jags in my life and they are usually breakfast or lunch related. For example, before it was avocado toast it was a spinach and feta, egg-white omelet. Anyone else who can relate to food jags?

Are Smoothies Really Good For You? July 30, 2019

Cutting into a perfectly ripe peach NEVER gets old! You know, kinda the same feeling when you cut into a perfectly ripe avocado? You feel like it's your lucky day! Anyway, just want to take this opportunity to remind you how important it is to eat plenty of fruits and veggies daily. The vitamins and minerals they are packed with are beyond important for your optimal health. So please, NO excuses! At this time of year there is certainly plenty of yumminess out there - GO enjoy!

Best Snacks To Take On The Road July 16, 2019

PSA: A single bag or container is not necessarily a single portion size. Yep, that's right! Sometimes there can be MORE than one serving in there. I feel this is an important reminder because just recently my hubby, who you would think living with me would know better, was very proud of a purchase of "candy" (or something close to it) that according to him was only 100 calories for the entire bag! Too good to be true? Indeed! If hubby had read the nutrition facts label he would of seen that there were FOUR servings in that small bag.

Pizza Anyone? June 27, 2019

Sometimes there is nothing better than a slice of pizza! OK, make that two slices (well, for dinner that is)! Did you know that the average slice of pizza is only 300 calories? In the scheme of things that is not a lot of calories. What happens though for most people is they add high fat toppings (aka pepperoni, sausage, fried eggplant) and cannot stop at two slices. Sound familiar?

Inhale. Exhale. Repeat. June 7, 2019

Where does the time go? I know I write about this often - how quickly time passes. Hey, Memorial Day just passed us by. If you are waiting to find the right time to do something (or change something) it isn't magically going to happen. You need to make the time, now! Otherwise, in a heart beat, more time has passed and you are further from your goals. Sad I know, but nonetheless true.

Does Vitamin D Cause Skin Problems? May 21, 2019

The sun is shining, I didn't need a jacket when I left the house this morning, and it is finally iced-coffee season, YAY!!! (I know many of you drink it year-round, so no biggie!) I do find it funny though that there are just so many milk options these days to add to your coffee. Who remembers when it was just milk or creamer? I know ancient, right? Or when soy milk was the only alternative option, and yet now some places no longer carry it, much to my chagrin.

Another Celebrity Diet Fail May 7, 2019

Many of you might know that I am a long time yoga practitioner, but you might not know I also became a teacher around two years ago. Recently I started teaching a weekly morning class (House of Jai, Mondays 9:30-10:45am) in addition to my occasionally subbing. My husband asked me: "Why take on more responsibility?" Funny, I hadn't thought of it that way at all. For me, it was about sharing my love of yoga with others and challenging myself to do something new.

How To EAT Healthy Food Every Day! April 23, 2019

Yesterday was Earth Day and it really made me think about our planet and climate change. I've been recycling for years and I carry a reusable shopping bag with me every day for groceries and misc. stuff; yet know I can do better (much better!). Lately I have stopped drinking from a plastic straw when out and bought paper straws for my home for the first time. BUT I admit for some reason drinking my iced-coffee from Starbucks lately sans straw just hasn't tasted the same!