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Is coconut oil good for your health, or does it wear an undeserved health halo? These 3 things will help you decide what to do with the coconut oil in your pantry. Every morning after waking up in her college dorm, my new client added…
I first ate shakshuka many years ago in Israel when my children were quite young. I had never even heard of the poached egg and tomato dish before. I remember that l liked it very much, and I remember that is was part of a very…
I hear a lot of complaints that healthy food is bland. Hah! And this meal is proof of just how delicious nutritious can be. As with most of my cooking, I set out to cut sodium and saturated fats, boost nutrition and make the flavors explode. This…
The road to good nutrition and healthful lifestyle habits is filled with metaphorical forks. Your handling of the fork in the road makes a huge difference in your chances of success. But first you have to notice them. That takes being mindful, and mindfulness is so much more…
Chocolate peanut butter balls! Slow down and love the heck out of these chewy, chocolatey balls of peanut butter deliciousness! Put Your Best Fork Forward! You’re going to love these chewy, chocolatey balls of peanut butter deliciousness! Only a metaphorical fork is needed. Today’s post is about…
Put Your Best Fork Forward! This is the theme for this year’s National Nutrition Month®, sponsored by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. When it comes to good nutrition, there are lots of forks to put forward. Today’s post is about the “cooking fork” and…
This turkey taco soup comes together quickly for you to enjoy tonight or to put in the freezer for later. It’s a great healthy freezer meal. Some of the information in this post came from a conference in which both Bush Brothers and Company and The…
This simple Barramundi recipe will have family or company raving and asking for more! Here’s an update about this healthy fish recipe: I’m very excited to say that the Virginia Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics along with the Governor’s office selected this recipe as a…
I’m not much of a New Year’s resolution kind of gal. Instead I’m more of a New Year’s reflector. I prefer to reflect on what I’m doing well and what I can do better. Then I set some goals, usually to get healthier, but sometimes surrounding…
What are your biggest nutrition and health accomplishments of 2016? Are you a better cook? Eating more fruits and vegetables? Maybe you’ve lowered your cholesterol or blood sugar levels, written a cookbook, earned a new credential. Do tell what makes you feel good about 2016. Reflecting on…
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Hi there! I'm Jill, a nutrition & diabetes expert and the author of 4 books.
I believe simple changes in health habits can bring you life-changing rewards.
And I believe willpower is way overrated.
Right here is where you can discover the mindset and habits to stick with healthy lifestyle choices most of the time - and drop the guilt when you don't.
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