Fall is definitely in the air this weekend in Portland. I love the cool, crisp air and the occasional rain. It is a welcome change from the heat of summer. For many, the change of seasons brings some regrets with the perceived loss of the abundance of fresh produce. However, in the Willamette Valley, we […]
Focus on Oats
For the past 30 days, some friends and I have been doing the Whole 30. It is a fairly restrictive, short term diet plan designed to help you identify some of the potential food triggers that may be causing digestion and inflammation issues in your life. One of the limitations it places is to avoid […]
Seeds for Health
I am always looking for ways to sneak a little added nutrition into my life with a minimal amount of hassle. One of the easiest sources to boost nourishing, healthy nutrition is to include seeds in your diet. I love eating them straight from the package, in smoothies, sprinkled on salads or baked into healthy […]
Focus on Turkey
Gobble, gobble! Turkey day is upon us this week and I for one can’t wait to chow down on some yummy roasted turkey. I know that Thanksgiving often gets a bad rap for over indulgence but the meal can be healthy if you build your plate around some of the more healthy sides. (Think salad, […]
Cool Down With Watermelon
In my family, summertime was watermelon time. Almost every night after dinner, my mom would shoo us outside with a bowl of giant watermelon slices to munch on. Now, with the incredible heat hitting Portland this weekend and seeing watermelon starting to line the shelves of my grocery store, I feel a longing for those […]
Loving on Lentils
Lentils are an incredible, cheap, tasty source of vegan protein. Lentils like other types of beans are a member of the legume family. They grow in pods that contain either one or two lentil seeds, are high in nutritional value and are available throughout the year. Unlike other types of beans, they are quick cooking, […]
