Grilled fruit is one of my favorite summer desserts. It’s extremely easy to prepare, refreshing to eat, and is an excellent conclusion to a fun family barbeque. You can grill the mangoes and peaches on an outdoor grill or even a grill pan. The two main points to remember is that you must grease the grill (or grill pan) very well, and grilled fruit works best with ripe fruit.
Sweet, light and refreshing are only three adjectives you could use to describe the best fruit out there, watermelon. August is National Watermelon Month and it’s a time to celebrate America’s most beloved fruit. It’s no surprise that watermelon is the most consumed fruit by weight in the United States; for only 80 calories per…
The summer month of July is a perfect time to discuss what’s on almost everyone’s mind…body confidence. Negative thoughts are inevitable when shopping for bathing suits and it’s impossible to ignore everyone’s new and crazy fad diet. However, these inspiring stories come from two brave women who aren’t afraid to show the world what they’re…
Last Thursday, HealthDayNews.com published an article on a study conducted in Britain about the sad truth facing obese adults. Reaching a normal weight is a common struggle for so many Americans; and though it may seem difficult for all of us, the odds of losing weight for an obese adult are far smaller. The…
Guess what week is coming up? National Salad Week! I don’t know about you but I am excited to try some new salad combinations this coming week. Most people think of salad as the typical, boring, healthful lunch but it doesn’t have to be. Salads can be great for any meal! What makes salads exciting…
This past Sunday was a busy day. I’m sure you have busy days too. But what I experienced Sunday really brought what I teach my clients to life. My day started off cleaning out our storeroom. I’ve been after my husband for a long time to do this, so I was so glad we…
The summer heat makes it hard to resist everyone’s favorite summer treat, ice cream. National Ice Cream Day was yesterday….did you know?? It’s only fitting that it gets its own special day in the summer. Its’ cool, sweet and creamy texture compliments the warm, salty sand so perfectly. I haven’t told many people this, until…
July is the perfect month to celebrate National Picnic Month. When my kids were younger, we used to pack a picnic basket and head to the local park with a blanket and outdoor toys. I know for some people planning a picnic could take weeks and could get overwhelming, but don’t let something as fun…
If you are a chronic dieter, then more than likely you have “thrown in the towel” quite a few times. A new diet comes to market. It’s exciting, this will be the one. You start the diet and things are going well. But then you had a bad day at work, you went on…
July is National Blueberry Month! These fruits may be small in size, but they are packed with nutrients and have great amounts of potential health benefits. To start off, blueberries have been around for hundreds of years, dating back to before the British settled in North America. The Native American tribes harvested them and…
Summer is finally here and that can only mean one thing – it is time to start grilling. I know I recently wrote a blog about grilling for July 4th, but I just couldn’t resist writing another one in honor of National Grilling Month! I’m sure you know what to expect with your next cookout:…
I’m writing this blog today with a cup of tea to my left, a box of tissues to my right and a throat lozenge in my mouth. Yes, I am sick. My throat hurts, I am coughing and overall I just don’t feel well. I don’t usually get sick so this is really…
Millet Mania By Charna Sheinfeld, Nutrition Intern Millet has been long overlooked as an edible grain because of its association with being food for birds. However, it has seen a resurgence in the last few years. This is in part because it falls into the now trendy “ancient grain category”, which is one of the…
This recipe offers a new way to prepare millet. The creamy, porridge-like consistency is warm and filling at breakfast time. This blueberry coulis is a delightful match for the millet and adds great flavor. What’s best about this recipe is that it can be prepared ahead of time. Store the creamy millet and the coulis separately in the refrigerator, heat the millet in the morning, and add some blueberry coulis on top!
This dish is bursting with the flavors of traditional Indian style curry without the extra calories. The sauce pairs brilliantly with the simply cooked millet, bringing out the natural nuttiness of that grain. The added depth upgrades this into a special dish. Feel free to add small cubes of tofu or cooked chicken (from last night’s dinner!) to the sauce for added protein.
Can you believe it’s already July? Time is flying by but it’s never too late to enjoy this beautiful summer weather! One of the first things that comes to mind when I think of the summer is all the fresh produce available at this time of the year. I love biting into a sweet peach,…
The pinnacle of the summer has arrived. Fourth of July weekend is the perfect time to celebrate with friends and family while catching some sun. With all of the pasta salads, burgers and desserts it’s easy to get a little carried away. Don’t stress, there are a few ways you can make this holiday healthier-…
Dieting brings despair! Intuitive eating brings hope! Susan is a client I recently started working with. She has been overweight for most of her life. She has tried diet after diet. Yes, she lost weight, but then she gained it back plus some. This day was no different. She sat at her desk at work…
You may have heard the buzz about the elimination of artificial trans fats, specifically partially hydrogenated oils, from foods. Are you scratching your head wondering what in the world all that means? There are two kinds of trans fats: naturally formed trans fats and artificially formed trans fats. This decision to remove trans fats…
By Jackie LiPera It’s National Ceviche Day! What better time to celebrate the existence of a refreshing and flavorful dish than in the heat of late June? Ceviche, also spelled seviche, is a South American staple that is sure to be a crowd pleaser this summer. With so many different varieties and array of…
