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Make-Ahead Green Smoothies!

Eating our greens is something we all need to do a better job of, but it’s not always so easy! We have busy schedules and those green leafies quickly turn to brown wilties after too much time in the fridge. We start with good intentions and find ourselves grunting under our breath when we have…

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Cinch Your Wallet and Your Waist!

Who doesn’t want to eat healthy AND save money? Many of my clients are searching for ways to do just that and commonly complain that eating healthy costs too much! It’s time to throw away that misconception that healthy = expensive. You can enjoy delicious and satisfying food that’s good for you and your bank…

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Super Bowl Sunday: Baked Chicken Wings, Sauces, & Dip!

Super Bowl Sunday is right around the corner! In an effort to banish the bloat and feel your best this Sunday, check out the following recipe for wings and dip. They are sure to please the crowd and leave guests asking for more! Instead of deep frying the wings, the following method utilizes the oven for…

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New Year, New Attitude!

“I’m never eating carbs again…” “Tomorrow, I start running 3 miles a day…” “2016 is the year I start eating green vegetables every day!…” The promises we make to ourselves in the wee hours of the New Year are not typically realistic. In fact, more often they are based on lofty images of perfection that…

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Chickpea Omelet Recipe (Vegan, Elimination Diet Friendly)

This past fall I made a daring adventure across the Pacific to spend 30 days practicing yoga in Thailand. The island I traveled to provided a vast array of unique cuisine ranging from traditional Thai food to Indian inspired vegan.  My tastebuds were never bored and I was highly inspired to try out some of…

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Healthy Snacks for a Growing Keiki

For the first half of my career, I worked as a pediatric dietitian where I spent time with primarily infants, children and their families. It was not uncommon to be asked about the best snacks for a growing keiki. Children typically like more simple tastes when compared to adults, so it’s important to keep it basic and hassle free (what busy…

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Holiday Massaged Kale Salad

With the holidays at our doorstep, it’s the time of the year when overindulgence is commonplace and family is centerstage. Tradition takes the lead as we prepare our menus for the upcoming weeks, but it’s also fun to add something new and different to the holiday menu. The following recipe accomplishes just that. It’s fresh, clean…

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3 Holiday Pary Tips & Tricks

Just a few tips and trick to keep in mind during the holiday party circuit… As much as parties bring holiday cheer they are often responsible for unwanted pounds. Here are a few easy things you can do to manage your waistline over the next couple weeks. Go Prepared – Have a small snack at…

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IMUA refresh BOX – Kickstart Your Health!

Many of us know that we should eat more veggies, eat less sugar and cook more food at home, but just need a little motivation and guidance to get us started… Okay, let’s be honest. We want someone else to do it for us! hello IMUA refresh BOX! Two local businesses with a mission to…

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