How to make a party out of cooking for one

How to make a party out of cooking for one

How often do you eat alone? If you live alone, it’s probably quite a lot; but even if you live with other people, there are times when cooking for one becomes a necessity. I hear from my single friends and clients that they hate cooking for one. They hate it so...
3 ways to tame the Halloween sugar ghouls

3 ways to tame the Halloween sugar ghouls

Sugar isn’t as evil as you might think. Used in the right way, it might actually make you want less of it. Have you ever tried with every fiber of your being to avoid the Halloween candy bowl only to lose your resolve in the last few minutes of the battle? How...
How to stock your pantry like a nutrition pro

How to stock your pantry like a nutrition pro

Happy Wednesday! You’ve made it halfway through your day and halfway through your week. I have a question for you: What’s in your pantry? Jot down your answer. I’ll wait. Okay, now, another question: Have you been eating the way you’d like to...
Protein: What your Paleo pals aren’t telling you

Protein: What your Paleo pals aren’t telling you

  Let’s just get this out in the open now: I hate diets. I hate being told what I can and can’t eat. I hate telling other PEOPLE what they can and can’t eat. (Okay, I do make suggestions on occasion.) I hate regimented eating of any kind unless...
Tips for going vegetarian or vegan

Tips for going vegetarian or vegan

Have you ever considered switching to a vegetarian – or even vegan – diet? “Plant-based diets” are on the rise, particularly among people with a personal or family history of heart disease, diabetes, hypertension, and other health issues that...
4 ways to kick the late night snacking habit

4 ways to kick the late night snacking habit

I have a confession to make. I’m a serious late night snacker. If I’m not careful, I might down three bowls of granola, a bar of Theo Chocolate, or a box of cookies while watching an episode of Modern Family. Yep. I’m a health coach, I know. Why do...