[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Eggs are simply amazing. An inexpensive protein source packed with a lot of vitamins and minerals. AND, check out this great (and super fun) tip on separating eggs courtesy of my niece, Olivia! A single large boiled egg contains: Vitamin A: 6% of the RDA. Folate: 5% of the RDA. Vitamin B5: 7% of the RDA. Vitamin … Read more
[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]So many clients arrive at our office after having been on the chronic dieting circuit. Likewise, they endorse being “sick and tired” of salads. While salads can be incredibly satisfying, delicious, creative and a lot of fun (we’ll talk about this later in the month), veggies don’t live in salads alone. In fact, there aren’t … Read more
[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Garlic is instrumental to adding flavor AND nutrition to healthy cuisine. Jamie Oliver shares how to prep garlic for its maximum potential in this video. And check out all the amazing health benefits of garlic! ◾It helps immunity. High in antioxidants, vitamins and minerals, garlic helps keep your body healthy. It contains many flavonoid anti-oxidants … Read more
[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Happy National Nutrition Month! March is National Nutrition Month and this year’s theme is Savor the Flavor of Eating Right so in the spirit, all month long we’ll be sharing tips and tricks to inspire healthy cooking, starting with our Top Ten Cooking Tips featured here. 1. Prep in advance. Most of the time involved in cooking is in the … Read more
[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]February is ‘National Heart Health’ month. What better way to warm your heart and your belly this time of year than to prepare and enjoy a delicious soup with loved ones? Many soups, particularly cream-based ones, are high in saturated fat and sodium. Light, broth-based soups are often healthier choices, but unless the soup has … Read more
[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Water. It’s so easy to forget it this time of year but SO important not to. 50-60% of the body is water and it’s a critical ingredient for all metabolic processes. We need about 1ml of water for every calorie we consume daily; this equates to 48-64oz for most – more if you are an … Read more
[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Are you a cheese lover? If so then you’re in good company! This time of year definitely puts me in the mood for some warm brie, a nice viney blue or our family favorite, Dubliner. Which is why this article in Food & Wine about the best artisinal cheese got my mouth watering. It features some local New England cheeses including one … Read more
[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We featured the first smoothie listed below at our wellness table at Blue Cross Blue Shield in Quincy last week and received rave reviews! Many people asked for the recipe so we thought we’d re-post it. Try both of these great green smoothies, each with a different nutrient profile. The Kale-Pear smoothie is packed with … Read more