Health & Nutrition

Unique Chili Ingredients

Chili is one of those dishes that can be made a million different ways, with endless possibilities for ingredients. You’ve probably heard of or even attended a chili cook off because everyone has their own favorite recipe for this.

In my house, chili is a cold weather staple, and learning a few new ways to enjoy it can help you add a new recipe or two to your meal rotation this season.

While traditional recipes typically call for beans, tomatoes, and ground beef, this hearty dish has no hard and fast rules. This makes chili a great dish to experiment with different ingredients to create unique flavor profiles. Here are some unusual chili additions you can try this season.

8 Herbs and Spices to Help Fight Inflammation

8 Herbs and Spices to Help Fight Inflammation

You have likely heard of many inflammatory conditions- and maybe you have heard some of the causes.

Since diet is thought to be one of the most important factors, it’s something we can also easily improve. Unfortunately, the Standard American Diet is notoriously high in pro-inflammatory foods, such as sugar, refined grains, and unhealthy fats. By taking a natural approach to your wellness through plants and herbs, you can promote better health while getting to the underlying cause of your inflammation rather than just covering up those symptoms.

Today- we are going to talk about herbs and spices to help fight inflammation.

7 Healthy Fall Foods

7 Healthy Fall Foods

Now that Summer is over, the bounty of the Fall harvest is ready!

Eating seasonally has so many benefits, and Fall gives us an abundance of delicious and healthy foods to enjoy.

Here are 7 healthy foods that are currently in season to include in your meal planning this Fall.

Healthy Baking Swaps

Healthy Baking Swaps

When it comes to baked goods, we often think of cookies, sugary cakes and glazed treats, but just because something is baked doesn't mean it has to be unhealthy.

We can take some of those favorite sweet treats and recipes, and change out ingredients with simple substitutes to turn your favorite baked goods recipe into a nutrient-packed goodie you'll feel better after enjoying.

As a reminder I often tell my clients- while eating healthy foods that nourish your body is important, completely depriving yourself of occasional indulgences is unnecessary.

The healthy swaps I will share today can be used to completely change, or just partially change. Not every food to swap is unhealthy. My goal is to give you options in your baking. So try something different and see how it goes!