Radiant Rhubarb
Rhubarb is in season from May-July in New Jersey, and we wanted to highlight this radiant vegetable for you here on the blog! How to Select Rhubarb Look for crispy stalks No scars, cuts, or visible decay No wilty or …
1-2-3 Charcuterie
Charcuterie boards are a fun and easy way to make a meal without cooking! Boards are made up of a selection of meats surrounded by foods that complement those meats, most commonly fruits, nuts, crackers, and dips. Not only are …
Afternoon Energy Boosters
We all know the feeling – the clock is creeping towards that mid-afternoon fatigue that seems to all of a sudden hit. Whether you are working, home with kids, or trying to accomplish something at home, most of my clients …
This & That about Fat
Fat is one of the three macronutrients that provides our bodies with energy. We get it from animal sources and plant sources. Fat in our meals can have a few functions, from making our food taste good to helping us …
How to Help a “Picky” Eater
Being “picky” is common among young children. All children need time to explore and experience new foods in order to eat them. Some kids may get “stuck” in a pattern of being picky. As a parent, this can be worrisome …
Don’t Freeze Up in the Freezer Aisle
Who doesn’t love convenience? I think that’s why most of you are here – to find ways to make eating easier! Frozen food in general is a great option. Most of my veggies for my family come from the freezer! …
What You Need to Know About Sodium
What is sodium? Sodium (Na) is an electrolyte that has an important role in our bodies. Sodium and potassium work together to generate nerve impulses in the body. Sodium helps us to maintain hydration, as water is attracted to it. …
Packable Lunches
Lunch is the hardest meal of the day for a lot of my clients. We often spend our energy planning dinners, grabbing something familiar for breakfast, and then there’s…lunch. Throw in the pandemic that left a lot of people working …
Self Care Check-In
When you think about self care what things come to mind? Perhaps a massage or manicure? Getting together with a friend for coffee? Taking a peaceful walk by the ocean? While all of these things are considered self-care (and sound …
Step 2: How much water should you drink anyway?
While there is that cookie-cutter answer “you should drink 64 ounces of water per day” that’s simply a recommendation and it’s actually different for everyone. There are a lot of factors that help determine how much water you should drink …