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...
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 ArticleAll New Breakfast–Higher in Protein & No Refined Grains
Is “Eat a GOOD breakfast!” your New Year’s Resolution? Over 50% of US adults skip breakfast entirely, and the majority of the rest of us are slamming a quick bowl of cereal or an energy bar before...
View ArticleWhat Should You Top Your Cereal With?
Should You Be Drinking Non-Dairy Milk? More and more often soy milk, rice milk and almond milk are being recommended in place of cow’s milk. Are they healthier? Should you make a switch? Do you have a...
View ArticleCherry Hemp Smoothie
Hemp milk has a smooth, creamy texture and contains amino acids that support the immune system; hemp is also an environmentally-friendly vegetarian source of protein and essential fatty acids. It is an...
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 ArticleSuper Fast Breakfast Ideas
In preparing for a presentation I have tonight for the El Tour Junior program, I was reminded of some good ideas for busy mornings. There’s no excuse for skipping breakfast with these simple ideas!...
View ArticleRoasted Cauliflower with Red Onion
I guess I’ve been on a bit of a cauliflower kick. I just love the texture of cooked cauliflower. It’s soft and literally melts in your mouth! I’ve been obsessed with Roasted Cauliflower. I hope you...
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 ArticleGet Obsessed
Are you a roasted veggies fanatic? I am. Roasted veggies are a quick and delicious way to get more vegetables than you could imagine into your diet. Click here to learn more about Roasted Vegetable...
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 ArticleTrade In Your Old Vehicle
Years ago when I was working at the Canyon Ranch Health Resort a client said to me, “the chip is just the vehicle for the guacamole”. So we talked about changing the “vehicle”. Typically the vehicle is...
View ArticleCeleriac Breakfast Scramble
“Breakfast foods” are typically heavily processed foods containing refined grains, sugar and processed meats. Move away from cereal, toast and conventional bacon and you will feel energized with your...
View ArticleNourishing Oatmeal
While oatmeal is wholesome and unprocessed, this breakfast staple can spike blood sugar and leave you starving a few hours later. Oatmeal needs a little “help” to make it balanced and delicious. By...
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