My favorite dish on Thanksgiving, you may be surprised to learn, is not a locally sourced wild turkey or raw no-bread stuffing; it’s good old pumpkin pie. And more than likely, it’s not made with the freshest of pumpkins plucked from the patch.
Read MoreI 100% stole this snack recipe from Joy Bauer, who spoke about healthy food choices as part of my Institute for Integrative Nutrition program. Joy emphasizes that every snack should have protein and fiber to keep you energized and full. That is all true, but mostly I just love popcorn so any snack that incorporates it has me sold.
Read MoreFive years ago, in the land of steak houses, giant pizza slices, and Ben’s Chili Bowl, Elizabeth Petty had a frightening wake-up call. After being diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer and undergoing traditional medical treatments, Petty turned to alternative methods to aid in her recovery. After seeing remarkable improvement in her health by adhering to a vegan diet, not only did Petty ultimately enter remission, she became inspired to share this knowledge with others.
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