The odds of eating dips on game day is pretty high. So, place your bets on nutrient dense alternatives to win the ultimate game, your health. Here are three dips that have a nutritious spin on the classics, and some tips on how to have a guilt-free Super Bowl.
Read more11 bumps to beat your 3pm slumps
Snacks, or slump bumps as we affectionately like to call them, are hugely important. Snacking appropriately prevents overindulging at meals, stops you from making poor food choices out of extreme hunger, and keeps your energy at peak. Selecting a snack that includes protein, fiber, and a little fat guarantees sustained energy and satiety. Here are 11 ways to cure your next 3pm slump, suggested serving sizes included, so you don't over do it.
Read morecinco series - the basics
I teamed up with my friends at Whole Foods Market NYC to bring you The Crunchy Radish Cinco Series, a healthier take on a festive holiday. What would a Cinco de Mayo celebration be without the basics? Here are two simple Cinco essentials to keep on deck all year long.
Read morethis sauce will change your life
I made this sauce from Sprouted Kitchen's new cookbook Bowl + Spoon, and it changed my life. Although I can not quite pronounce it, Muhammara is a red pepper and walnut sauce. Sara's recipe is spiced with smoked paprika and sweetened with dates, creating the most delicious balance of spicy and sweet. Walnuts add protein, texture, and a creamy indulgent mouth feel. Eat with a spoon, spread on a sandwich, dip with some veggies, or dollop on your bowl. Whatever you do, don't not make this sauce!
Read moreTurn Up Your Next Cocktail Party with These Healthy Hors d'Oeuvres
Holiday parties are in full swing. Set a new standard this season with some healthy and nourishing holiday fare that will leave your partygoers feeling light and satisfied.
Read moreIs This The New Hummus?
Squash can be utilized in many ways. For this recipe, I took roasted butternut squash and garlic and blended them together to create a simple, nutritious, and delicious spread. The ingredients and process are minimal, but the end result is quite robust. The squash is simply served-spread on toasted whole grain nut and seed bread, garnished with chives or pomegranate seeds. Use it as a dip with baked whole grain or corn tortilla chips and vegetables or in place of mayo or hummus on your next sandwich.
Read moreSuper Bowl Slim Down
The Super Bowl, aside from game watching, typically consists of hours of beer guzzling, wing nibbling, and chip dipping in vast amounts that can lead to a consumption of over 2,000 calories in one sitting. Game day does not have to be unhealthy. Here are some simple, nutritious, and delicious dip and chip ideas that won’t leave you in a greasy, salty coma by the 4th quarter.
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