I remember waiting for class to start back in the 90s. A pretty girl in my class was raving about her low-fat diet. My ears perked up and I listened to her every word. And I remember her saying, if a food doesn't have fat, then you can eat as much as you want without gaining weight. Yes, she said, low-fat foods are free! Low-fat diets became popular in the 70s. Fat was originally vilified for … [Read more...] about The Truth About Low-Fat Diets
8 Ways Coconut Oil Can Improve Your Life
I'll admit it. I can really geek-out over anything that makes both my body and soul feel nourished. My husband just rolls his eyes at me and say “yes, dear” when I really get going. But the more I think about the different ways you can use coconut oil, the more nerdy excited I get. And if you are in the middle of an eye roll directed at me too, wait until I go over exactly what I find so … [Read more...] about 8 Ways Coconut Oil Can Improve Your Life
5 Ways To Abolish Toxic Sugar Cravings
The sugar habit is one of the toughest to quit. And the food industry isn't trying to help us out. They add sugar to everything which can be addictive both physically and mentally. In excess, sugar can contribute to disease and an expanding waistline. So how do you kick the habit? Here are my favorite tips for getting over sugar cravings and dropping the sweet stuff habit for good. Eat … [Read more...] about 5 Ways To Abolish Toxic Sugar Cravings
What Broke My Heart And Became My Inspiration
So I wasn't always, as my husband calls me, “Captain Nutrition”. In fact, my childhood diet involved a steady supply of junk food. I remember frequent trips to fast food restaurants, indulgences of cookies and cakes and a diet that never included anything green. Well, unless you count green jello. (Gosh, I loved jello.) When I was little, my mother struggled to get me to eat breakfast, … [Read more...] about What Broke My Heart And Became My Inspiration
Spectacular Salads Made For Steamy Summer Days
As we move towards the summer heat, we begin to shed our layers of clothes and turn up our fans. In summer, a salad with a light vinaigrette will be delightfully refreshing. Crisp vegetables and juicy fruit are naturally hydrating. But don't start there! There are some surprising ingredients you'll want to use to bring the chill in your salad. Think of these foods as a portable … [Read more...] about Spectacular Salads Made For Steamy Summer Days
