Do-It-Yourself Lara Bars
Lara Bars are one of our favorite go-to snacks. They are easy, tasty and best of all, really good for you. Sara loves them! Because the ingredients are so simple, fruits and nuts, I thought they would...
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When I was in college, I loved my biochemistry class. Then came nutritional biochem, that was even more awesome! I love to think about how the foods we eat are broken into tiny pieces and then...
View ArticleAvoid Sugar Landmines with A Homemade Granola Bar
In preparation for this week’s KVOA segment, I went to a “regular” grocery store, rather than Sunflower Market, to get some sugar-laden beverages, cereals and granola bars. On Thursday, I’ll be...
View ArticleOrange Ginger Cranberry Sauce (no added sugar)
Yes, it can be done!! Cranberry sauce that is all berry-goodness and no added sugar. I didn’t think that you could do it, and some of you may choose to add a little sugar, but this sauce is pretty...
View ArticleToo many snacks? Portions too big at dinner? Look at lunch.
Do you struggle to find afternoon snacks that are satisfying? Does your energy drop mid-afternoon? Are you ravenously hungry by dinnertime and consequently overeat or make poor choices? Late...
View ArticleGinger Edamame Hummus
Yesterday, live on KVOA, I talked about how the balance of omega-6 to omega-3 fats will impact inflammation in our bodies. Omega-6 and omega-3 fats are a direct link to our genes. They are incredibly...
View ArticleBetter Bars
A client brought to my attention a new bar by Zone, called the Zone Perfect Simply Zone Bar. She wondered if it was really gluten-free and if it was actually good-for-you. I also came across a new bar...
View ArticleNutty Smoothie
Looking for a higher protein option for a quick breakfast? Striving for diet that is higher in protein is a good idea for people trying to lose weight, those who have PCOS and those who are trying to...
View ArticleSummertime Oatmeal (Muesli)
I really love oatmeal. But eating oatmeal all summer is a little ridiculous. It’s much too hot for hot cereal! That’s why I make Summertime Oatmeal. It’s a great way of enjoying oatmeal all year! Some...
View ArticleGreen Drink
I wake up really early. I’m embarrassed to say how early! I used to wake up, have coffee, workout, get dressed, and then eat… by the time I sat down to breakfast I was starving, edgy and impatient....
View ArticleVanilla Walnut Raisin Granola (Sugar Free!)
Granola is crunchy and delicious; a favorite indulgence of kids and adults alike. But granola can be seriously not good for you! High in added sugar and processed fats, makes purchasing granola a bit...
View ArticleNo Added Sugar Pear Cranberry Sauce
Last year I created an Orange Cranberry Sauce that used orange juice rather than sugar to sweeten the tart cranberries. It was delicious! This year, since I simply can’t make the same thing twice, I...
View ArticleBanana Pecan Breakfast “Cupcakes”
I like to keep a batch of these filling, hearty muffins in our freezer for a quick breakfast when we sleep in and don’t have time for making breakfast. Make a batch and two and then freeze. Last...
View ArticleIndian Guacamole
This amazing recipe is a simplified version from a recipe in Sunset magazine. I can’t believe how good it is! I’ve made it multiple times now and it always gets rave reviews. A colleague of mine at the...
View ArticleCrispy Okra
Admittedly, this okra was destined to be delicious. It was tender and fresh, direct from my Dad’s garden, and picked with love by my Mom and two little girls. How could it not have been the best okra...
View ArticleTraditional Salmon Salad
Sara says, “Mom, I want Salmon Salad!” And she can make it herself now too. Traditional Salmon Salad can be made just like tuna salad, and it’s one of our standard weekend lunches because it’s so easy...
View ArticleWhat did you have for breakfast today?
“Are you like other dietitians…or are you different?” I have been asked this question many times. Most notably by Holly Hutchison and Dr. Judy Gianni. Holly Hutchison, managing partner of the...
View ArticleNourishing Banana Bread
When Sara said “Let’s make banana bread!”, I had to comply. What’s more fun that baking with your kids? Inspired by Elena’s Pantry Carrot Banana Muffins, I modified my Breakfast Cupcakes and came up...
View ArticlePancakes To Be Proud Of
Don’t kid yourself. Pancakes are cake. Flour, egg and sugar; that’s cake. Ask most people who eat pancakes for breakfast and they will sheepishly admit that yes, they know, pancakes don’t top any...
View ArticleDo-It-Yourself Lara Bars
Lara Bars are one of our favorite go-to snacks. They are easy, tasty and best of all, really good for you. Sara loves them! Because the ingredients are so simple, fruits and nuts, I thought they would...
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