Dietary Guidelines

Southwestern scrambled eggs with black beans and corn

What’s on My Plate? Three Photos of Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

My head is literally spinning this week with the whirlwind of food and nutrition news....
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Ever Heard of Meatless Monday?

I was introduced to this concept by a student of mine last year, so if...
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Getting Local, NYC Style: Union Square Greenmarket

These past few weeks really have been all about the farmers' markets for me. (Between...
A bowl of fresh guacamole with tortilla chips and black beans.

Heart-Healthy Guacamole: Nutrition Facts and Video How-to

Who knew that healthy eating could include guacamole, of all things? Yes it can! Because...
Rich lobster bisque topped with parsley sprig

Making Lobster Bisque: Meeting the Meat Not Required

I love lobster. One of the most memorable meals I had many years ago was...
Bowl of spicy chili topped with shredded cheese

Making Chili: Get Creative and Make It Your Own

Veggies, beans, protein, and even whole grains can all be added to chili in combinations...
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Seeking Dietary Advice, Part II: Use Science, and Win (Baseball Included)

This week I'm continuing to write about topics related to diet and weight loss.  So...
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Seeking Dietary Advice, Part I: Separate Science from Anti-Science

Science Makes the World Go 'Round It's been said that "Love makes the world go...
Brown rice and black beans topped with avocado

Recalibrating Your Diet: Weight Loss and Beyond

People are so worried about what they eat between Christmas and the New Year, but...
Creamy pumpkin soup topped with diced peppers

The Gift of Soup

The Three Wise Men brought gold, frankincense, and myrrh. I brought soup. [caption id="attachment_1373" align="alignright"...