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Is Hummus Actually Healthy?
Americans are crazy for hummus. National hummus sales now top $725 million annually, and it’s estimated that 25 percent of U.S. households now stock hummus in the fridge. It wasn’t [...]
7 Easy-to-Make Recipes for Gluten-Free Snacks
You're probably hearing a lot about “gluten-free” food these days. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, and is thus present in most cereals, pastas and breads. People with celiac [...]
Fuel Your Performance With Salad: Here’s How
Photo: Elanaspantry When you think of a post workout meal, your first thought is not a salad because it is seen as a light meal. However, with the right...
Cooking with Coconut: Coconut Curry Chicken (In 10 Minutes or Less)
Variety isn't just the spice of life. It's the key to a healthy lifestyle. Experimenting with new foods allows you to mindfully enjoy each bite of a meal. You'll eat [...]
5 Recipes to Make Vegetables the Best Part of Your Meals
Okay, I have a confession to make. Even though I'm a dietitian and love eating healthy, I purposely eat my leafy greens first, before moving on to the "better" parts of [...]
Superfood Series A-Z: Hummus, Honey, Hemp Seed
Hummus This Middle Eastern staple is healthy and tasty enough to add to your daily fuel plan. Consisting of chickpeas, tahini (a sesame seed paste), olive oil, garlic and lemon [...]
Three Tips for Eating Healthy on a Budget
Athletes who eat healthy feel better and are able to perform at their peak levels. However, eating healthy doesn't mean you have to spend big bucks on organic foods or [...]