Without a doubt, summer is one of my favorite times of year…Not only do I get to spend more time outdoors with bare feet; farmer’s markets and farm stands are everywhere. With such a huge variety of ultra-fresh… Continue Reading
Diet & Nutrition
Mediterranean Gazpacho Recipe
On hot summer days, there’s nothing like gazpacho to cool and vitalize you. With a variety of nourishing veggies, fruits and herbs, this Mediterranean Gazpacho recipe is almost like a refreshing liquid salad. Mediterranean Gazpacho Recipe *use organic… Continue Reading
Balsamic Vinegar – Better When Aged
A good balsamic vinegar can mean the difference between a salad that you can’t wait to dig your fork into, and one you find yourself pushing around your plate. Rich, dark and piquant, it’s a match made in… Continue Reading
Refreshing Watermelon Salad Recipes
As refreshing afternoon snacks or lighter sides for off-the-grill favorites, these watermelon salad recipes offer new ways to enjoy a warm-weather classic. Why Watermelon? Not only is it a delicious, hydrating fruit, watermelon is a good source of… Continue Reading
Gluten-Free Chocolate Olive Oil Cake Recipes
After listening to endless praises of chocolate olive oil cakes, we are now joining the choir…Below are two chocolate cake recipes we made using extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) and blood orange flavored EVOO. Not only decadently good,… Continue Reading
Calamari Fra Diavolo Recipe
A zesty Italian dish, Calamari Fra Diavolo is my favorite way to enjoy heart-healthy squid, which I’ve recommended for years as one of the best sources of anti-inflammatory omega-3 fats. Although I usually only eat Calamari Fra Diavolo… Continue Reading
Veggie Curry and Quinoa Recipe
I’ll admit it…sometimes it’s hard to motivate myself to cook and eat all those healthy veggies in my fridge. One solution is to blend and drink those veggies. Another is to get creative with those pantry staples and… Continue Reading
Gluten-Free Flours – Which Are Healthiest?
Just a few decades ago, the baking aisle of your local grocery store looked a whole lot different than it does today. Back then, your choices were simple…either bleached or unbleached all-purpose white flour. If you were lucky,… Continue Reading
The Bountiful Benefits of Bone Broth
I can’t think of anything better or more comforting than a hot bowl of homemade chicken soup on a cold winter day or when I’m feeling sick. There’s a reason soup elicits these feelings. It’s not only delicious… Continue Reading
Mushrooms as Medicine & More
Mushrooms…people seem to either love them or hate them. While I fall on the “love them” side of the spectrum, I can understand why they’re so polarizing…After all, the idea of eating fungi may not appeal to everyone…. Continue Reading
