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Looking forward to the holiday season and thinking about getting together with family and friends? Are you concerned that your health and wellness goals will have to be paused because some of the traditional side dishes don’t quite measure up to your new eating patterns? Here are a few ideas for some sides that can…

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There are many ways to incorporate fall foods into your eating pattern that measure up to the Mediterranean eating plan. Here are some of my favorite dishes that provide fall fruits and vegetables that are high in fiber and ingredients that deliver omega-3 fatty acids, like tuna and chia seeds. These recipes are full of…

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It’s a beautiful time of the year. We are coming to the close of August, but not the end of summer. Summer fruits and vegetables are still producing; tomatoes, onions, beets, kale, peppers, and carrots are plentiful! Before we prepare our favorite pumpkin, butternut squash, apple, and pear recipes. Let’s take another look at some…

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For me, May is a month chock full of social events, birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, and Mother’s Day. As a child, I remember meals ending with strawberries and angel food cake or simply strawberries and whipped cream. May is the peak season for strawberries, so almost any package you pick is full of these ripe beauties….

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We all think of hearty soups and stews for the winter months, but if you are in the mood for something different, why not try a dish that brings its own heat–and healthy qualities! Let’s start with a spicy cauliflower dish! I love cauliflower all ways; raw; steamed, roasted, or riced and topped with a…

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Looking for an appetizer that’s elegant enough for holiday entertaining but simple enough to prepare any time of year? This Whipped Feta Dip with Sautéed Scallions and Honey brings together creamy feta, ricotta, and Greek yogurt for a rich, tangy spread. A finishing drizzle of warm scallion-infused olive oil, red pepper flakes, and honey adds…

Read more about Festive and Anti-Inflammatory Recipes for the Holiday