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  • Want a Superfood Sandwich? Pick up some Sardines!

    Yes, Sardines.  I love talking with clients about the glories of the Sardine, partly because they’re so surprised.  Many recall how they were army rations for their parents.  You have to wonder- if people survived in deplorable conditions, away from sunlight and fresh foods, for months on end, without major malnutrition – how impressive was […]

  • Pesticides and other Chemicals – Worst and Best Foods

    People ask me all the time – which foods are most important to buy organic?  I’ve seen many lists of top 10s, and they tend to vary, so generally my advice is to buy organic whenever possible (why eat dangerous herbicides and pesticides when you don’t have to?), especially when you’re eating the skin of […]

  • Buckwheat crepes

    I woke up this saturday thinking about buckwheat pancakes (I usually wake up thinking about food!), and ended up inspired to make these as something a little special.  I was so happy with how they turned out!  I want to make more and keep them around for quick breakfasts and snacks, they’re so versatile.  Buckwheat flour is […]

  • My New Favorite: The Taco Bell Drive Through Diet

    And by new favorite I mean new favorite example of insanity.  Yes it’s that time again..the New Year has arrived and diet commercials are out in force.  Ready to prey on our earnest desires to better ourselves, the diet industry has become big, big business.  Americans now spend $35 billion a year on diet products – […]

  • Women's Wellness Workshops – Thank You!

    Thanks so much to all of the wonderful women who attended one of my Women’s Wellness Worshops this weekend.  You are all fascinating, intelligent and beautiful women.  I truly hope that you discovered one or two ways to nuture yourself – every day – so that you can thrive and achieve your life’s goals.  At the risk of sounding […]

  • Welcome

    This is where you will find my thoughts on things like Food, Health, Public Policy, and Life in general. You will also find healthy recipes posted here from time-to-time so check back often. Cheers, Alissa