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December 2021 Media
Now that we’re on the other side, I’m so glad that 2021 is in the rearview mirror. I’m tempted to say things can only get better, but I’m pretty sure I said the same thing last year and, well, we all know how that turned out. So! Approaching the new year with zero...
January 2022 Recipe Challenge
In December, a few of my patients asked me to do a food-focused challenge on Instagram for January.I know it’s prime time for diet culture-y “Clean Eating” challenges (eye-roll), so I definitely didn’t want to do that, so instead, this month I’m encouraging you to...
My Words of the Year for 2022
As we look ahead to the new year, there’s plenty of the usual buzz about setting resolutions to lose weight, exercise more, get more organized, and such, but something I actually prefer to focus on is setting intentions for the year ahead. It can be a powerful...
Easy Sunflower Butter Blossom Cookies
If you’re in need of a last-minute holiday cookie recipe, I’ve got you covered. My family has been obsessed with these sunflower butter blossom cookies the last few weeks, and they are so easy to make! I tried a few different versions and this one was my favorite....
November 2021 Media and Updates
I keep saying "I can't believe it's December already," and let's be real—soon I'll be saying that about January. I always feel extra-reflective this time of year, though, as my birthday is at the end of November, so as I think about what I want to accomplish and...
5-Ingredient Dark Chocolate Avocado Truffles
It's been a while since I've posted a holiday dessert recipe, so here's a fun one that's great for a DIY project. I'm all for making room for an occasional sweet treat in the context of an overall healthy diet, and it can also be fun to make your own using minimally...
Ways To Support A Loved One Who’s Struggling During The Holidays
November is National Family Caregivers Month, and with Thanksgiving coming up this week, I’ve been reflecting a lot on the complex and wide range of emotions that come up during the holidays. I have a very clear memory of my dad’s last Christmas I keep going back to....
October 2021 Media (and wedding details!)
Wow, October was a big month! On the professional front, I had multiple events happening at the Breast Center for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which was so much fun. One of them was even a live food demo with an actual audience in addition to live-streaming! I also...
Marinated White Beans
I love a quick and easy make-ahead recipe that’s healthy and filling. I’m a big fan of flexible meal planning because it allows you to honor cravings while also enabling you to remain consistent with my healthy eating goals and habits. These Marinated White Beans are...
Tofu Stir-Fry With Mushrooms, Broccoli, and Bok Choy
I love experimenting with new recipes to share with my patients. I get a lot of requests for plant-based meals because of their wide range of health benefits. This recipe features an ingredient I get a LOT of questions about how to use: tofu. Another thing I love...