These easy Korean-inspired beef tacos come together in just 15 minutes—and they are seriously packed with flavour! Whether you’re feeding hungry kids after school or need a last-minute dinner plan, this one-pan meal is a total win. Sometimes, dinner just needs to get done. No extra grocery runs, no complicated prep—just something quick, nourishing, and…
Honoring the season of slow Today’s culture praises new mothers for “bouncing back” after having a baby. They’re applauded for returning to work, running errands, and losing the “baby weight” just weeks after giving birth. They’re praised for appearing and living as though their lives are not undergoing a major transformational shift. But what if…
Inside: Looking for healthy snacks at ALDI? Here are some great options, whether you want something sweet, savory, or rich in protein. Whether it’s something sweet savory, or protein-rich you’re hankering for, trust me: There’s a snack match at ALDI. As a registered dietitian and longtime ALDI shopper, I’ve rounded up my favorite nutritious snacks…
What do physicians and stent companies have to say for themselves, given that they promote expensive, risky procedures with no benefit? “Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI)”—angioplasty and stent placement—“continues to be frequently performed for patients with stable [non-emergency] coronary artery disease, despite clear evidence that it provides minimal benefit…” The procedure does not prevent heart attacks…
This corn avocado salsa is super easy to whip up in just 10 minutes. Made with fresh or frozen corn, creamy avocado, spicy jalapeño, red onion, lime juice, cilantro and salt, it’s perfect as a snack along side tortilla chips or to pair with your favorite taco recipe! Why I loooove this recipe! Who doesn’t…
Back when I was a new dietitian, I tried really hard to practice what I preached. I thought my approach to nutrition was healthy and balanced because I wasn’t counting calories or cutting out food groups, but in hindsight, I was unknowingly struggling with some orthorexic tendencies. One of the ways I tried to navigate…
Oats can either be your best friend or your worst enemy. When faced with digestive issues, they can be poorly tolerated. When they work with your system they provide a good source of soluble fiber and the mineral molybdenum. Both of these are essential for proper detoxification. With the onslaught of copper overload I’m seeing…
Why are doctors killing or stroking out thousands of people a year for nothing? How do doctors even convince patients to sign up for procedures that are all risk without benefit? Millions of people have gotten stents for stable coronary artery disease (CAD), yet we now know that angioplasty and stent placement don’t actually prevent…
Harness the Season of Renewal to Rebalance Your Microbiome, Reduce Inflammation, and Boost Energy Naturally By: Megan Barefoot Why Spring Is the Perfect Time to Focus on Gut Health As the snow melts and the days grow longer, spring offers a natural opportunity to reset and rejuvenate—not just our homes, but our bodies as well….
Looking for the best boxed mac and cheese for kids? Boxed mac and cheese (or “roni” as my kids call it) is a classic for a reason. It’s quick, easy, and let’s be honest—kids love it. Yup, this dietitian mom of three fully endorses this message :). Why Boxed Mac and Cheese Still Deserves a…