Category: FOOD

I don’t claim to be a professional chef or nutritionist (and am not), but I do love to cook and explore healthy eating options that are delicious and fun! These food articles are some of my most popular and I hope you love them as well!

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3 UNIQUE HOLIDAY COOKIE RECIPES FOR DECEMBER

love all things Christmassy (if you don’t celebrate Christmas, this article still applies to any wintery holiday). And one of my favorite things to do in the month of December is make cookies. I know, I’m not special or different in this way at all. EVERYONE makes cookies around this time of year. But for this December, I plan to do a few off-beat cookies that I don’t always make. Because I love mixing it up every year, and don’t always want to get stuck in the same celebratory rut. And although these holiday cookie recipes are a bit more labor-intensive, they are so worth it in the end! Continue reading 3 UNIQUE HOLIDAY COOKIE RECIPES FOR DECEMBER

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MAKE DONATIONS TO YOUR LOCAL FOOD PANTRY THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

So, don’t feel bad if you’re strapped for cash yourself this holiday season. And you really can’t swing making donations to your local food pantry. I totally get it, and that’s okay. However, even if you have just a bit of cash to spare, it’s so worth it to make this effort. I have been doing this around the holiday season for a few years now. And even though it’s true, I should be doing it all damn year long. It’s better than not doing anything. And during the holiday season, when people are extra cold and hungry, it really does matter. Continue reading MAKE DONATIONS TO YOUR LOCAL FOOD PANTRY THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

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DELICIOUS MID-WEEK MEAL WHEN YOU JUST DON’T GIVE A DARN

Every Sunday, I cook a semi-extravagant meal for the week. It might be a fancy pasta dish, or a meat dish with tasty sides. And for every Sunday meal, I cook it with the goal in mind that I want it to last us as long as possible…so I don’t have to cook again during the week. However, inevitably, Wednesday rolls around and our leftovers are pretty much made up of unsubstantial nibs and nubs. After hours of denial and resistance, I finally accept the fact that I need to go to the grocery store again mid-week (something I abhor!). However, once I calm down and give it a bit of thought, I am usually able to come up with something pretty awesome. I try to concoct low-maintenance, thrown-together-but-doesn’t-suck meals whenever possible. So, here is my “delicious mid-week meal when you just don’t give a darn” idea for this week. Continue reading DELICIOUS MID-WEEK MEAL WHEN YOU JUST DON’T GIVE A DARN

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WHAT I EAT IN A DAY, THE MEDITERRANEAN WAY

I will start off by saying that I mean no disrespect to The Mediterranean, and apologize in advance for my American-ized version of Mediterranean food. Mediterranean culture and cuisine make my soul burst with joy! So, I hope my food ideas come across as more of an ode than an insult. Here is my interpretation of The Mediterranean Diet in one day. Continue reading WHAT I EAT IN A DAY, THE MEDITERRANEAN WAY

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6 WAYS TO CURB YOUR SUGAR ADDICTION

I am definitely a sugar addict and I struggle with my sugar intake on a daily basis. However, I do think different people struggle with varying levels of cravings, and I consider myself lucky, because when I finally decide to wean myself off of sugar (I go in cycles and never really, truly give it up all together, but instead drastically reduce my intake), I really do make a commitment. The tips in this article are all specific and thoughtful examples that I have personally used to curb my sugar addiction. I hope you find them helpful as well. Continue reading 6 WAYS TO CURB YOUR SUGAR ADDICTION

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WHAT I EAT IN A DAY TO DETOX FROM THE HOLIDAYS

The older I get, the more I realize how long I want to live, and the more important my health and wellness become to me. During this period of detox, I have been trying to focus on eating tons and tons of vegetables and fruits, along with healthy grains. I’m also doing my best to avoid sugar and fat. Continue reading WHAT I EAT IN A DAY TO DETOX FROM THE HOLIDAYS

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DETROIT INSPIRED, PART I: THE FOOD

I just returned from Detroit. I don’t travel very often (this goddess’s budget doesn’t always allow for it), but I try to take one meaningful trip per year. This year, the meaning behind this voyage was to visit my friend who has recently relocated there. We met and became friends in PA, and have been … Continue reading DETROIT INSPIRED, PART I: THE FOOD