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Frosé all day? It’s a “no way” from me, unfortunately. While this summer’s most Instagrammable beverage is certainly delicious, its high sugar content (even before adding extra sugar, which most recipes do) and the fact it’s unlikely to be organic makes it a bad choice for the health-conscious among us. But all is not lost! Read more

Temperatures are heating up, and there’s no better way to kickstart summer than with a revitalizing cocktail that’s healthy to boot. This recipe calls for kombucha, which has several known health benefits including detoxification, immune support, improved digestion, and even weight loss. Read more

Tea or coffee? Which is your drink of choice? I’m a fan of both, but in the mornings I’m definitely a coffee person, since tea tends to upset my empty stomach. Read more

As a holistic nutrition consultant, I’ve traveled around the world to work with some very special clients—one with a particularly marvelous personal chef. Read more

Whether you’re spending long days at the beach, or grilling on your back patio, summer brings good times you’ll want to savor. For me, they almost always involve food and parties with friends. Read more

Originating from the Piedmont region in Italy, bagna càuda literally translates to “hot bath.” It’s a sauce for dipping vegetables—the perfect way to get your veggies in if you ask us! Read more

I’m not that great with recipes. And I rarely take the time to really “make” something. Short of my morning elixir—which I’m really proud of—I’m not the kind of person that takes the time to make smoothies. Read more

I’m not sure if I’ve talked about my preference for smoothies over juices yet, but here’s my verdict: smoothies.

Yes, juice looks so clean, so healthy, and its just packaged and marketed so well—there are juice bars and juicing at fabulous restaurants, etc. Read more

Who doesn’t love Thanksgiving? The food is awesome, it’s a no-pressure holiday (mostly), plus it’s the perfect time for a long weekend. By making recipes that preserve the integrity of each ingredient as well as maximize nutrition content, you’re bound to feel totally satisfied without feeling painfully full, and you’ll set the stage for healthy habits throughout the holiday season.  Read more

The benefits of both common and exotic spices have been sung for centuries, and lately have become more and more mainstream. Who amongst us hasn’t heard about the healing properties of cayenne, cinnamon, turmeric and ginger, for example? Read more

By now, hot water with lemon has made it’s way into the daily lives of best-self seekers looking to rid their bodies of the daily build up of toxins that comes with living in today’s world. Read more

Kale is a powerful beauty-boosting leafy green. It contains high levels of vitamin C and vitamin A, which help promote collagen production and cell growth respectively, helping to improve the skin. Read more