Arthritis. Is. Terrible.
I know this because it is a symptom of lupus, and since I came down with a cold last week, I’ve been having lots of it. …
Archives for December 2014
Potato and Spinach Lasagna (Vegan & GF)
I’m a big fan of one-dish meals, especially if they reheat well. This potato and spinach lasagna has everything you need in a complete meal, and it’s great left over! …
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9 Ways to Manage Your Weight During the Holidays
It’s pretty obvious why December is the month in which people gain the most weight. Those Christmas cookies and festive drinks are hard to resist, especially when you’re in the holiday spirit. Many people are also incredibly busy with shopping, party planning, and decorating, making it hard to stick to a workout routine.
As a dietitian, I feel that it is my responsibility to dispense some valuable advice for those who are worried about holiday weight gain. Take notes, everyone!…
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DIY: Cold Remedy
I’ve been a little under the weather the past two days, which is unusual for me. Since I switched to a plant-based diet seven years ago, I’ve only gotten one cold, and that was during my pregnancy when my immune system was compromised. Two weeks ago my husband came down with a cold, which he of course gave to the baby. After a week of sleepless nights with her, my body finally gave up. Yesterday my throat was really sore, so I decided to do something about it. …
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DIY: Body Wash
I spend a lot of time on this blog talking about food and nutrition because that is my main area of expertise, but I am also interested in overall health. Over the past year or so, I have really gotten into using “natural” products to make my own household and personal cleaning products, in addition to lip balm, bug spray, bath salts, etc. If you’re wondering how using natural products is related to health, read on! …
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Mac and Trees (Vegan)
If you switch to a plant-based diet, you will find that you love eating this way, yet there are a few foods you miss. For me, it’s my childhood favorite, macaroni and cheese. …
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Portobello Bears
It’s quite common for young kids to be picky eaters, so it is important for us parents to find ways to get them to learn to appreciate vegetables. Many kids will eat anything if it is presented to them in a fun shape (unfortunately, this doesn’t work with picky husbands!), so I decided to use a bear cookie cutter to make portobello bears with bell pepper clothes and hummus “glue.” …
