The short answer is that there is no best nut anymore than there is a best fruit, best vegetable or best bean. Each type of nut has a unique array of nutrients and phytonutrients. Enjoy them all for what they have to offer. They are all "the best nut." Today’s media climate is all about ... Read More...
Lower Blood Sugar Naturally with a Mediterranean Diet
What does a Mediterranean diet have to do with prediabetes and diabetes? Though commonly thought of as "a blood sugar problem," both prediabetes and type 2 diabetes are metabolic disorders that affect the health of the blood vessels, heart, liver and more. In addition to helping with blood ... Read More...
Heart Healthy Fish + More Health Benefits of Fish
Eat More Heart-Healthy Fish February is American Heart Month. So if you're not already eating fish at least a couple times each week, it's time to start now. Why? Check out this list of reasons that fish - particularly fish rich in omega-3 fats - is heart healthy. Reduces the risk of abnormal ... Read More...
Fish with Lemon Mustard Caper Sauce
Are you intimidated by fish? So many of my clients enjoy fish but don't know how to prepare it or even how to buy it. I'm a fan of individually-frozen fish fillets because they thaw so quickly in a pot of cold water and because I don't have to worry about freshness. By the time I've changed out ... Read More...
Healthier Chocolate Dessert: Chocolate-Dipped Apricots
Dark chocolate-covered apricots are perfect for American Heart Month! Actually, I figure that dark chocolate is perfect for pretty much everyday. Most people who know me well know that dark chocolate is among my very favorite foods. Why Do I Love Dark Chocolate-Dipped Apricots? These sweet ... Read More...