I thoroughly enjoyed a recent article on Medium.com about Dr. Christopher Gardner and his innovative approach to helping people eat more healthfully. It’s a fascinating read so I wanted to share it with you.
Continue reading Stealth Nutrition: How Health is Hiding Behind Flavor
Just a few months ago, our youngest daughter and her husband welcomed their first child into the world. Her name is Hazel Honey, and the way she studies the world around her is just a marvel. I fully expect her to grow up to be as feisty and gregarious as her great grandmother and namesake. Hazel is certainly our sweet little nut, and she’s off to a great start.
Continue reading Questions from the Heart
I love the earthy aroma of red, vine-ripened tomatoes. Even more, I love how this vegetable (yes, botantists call it a fruit) can transform a simple recipe into a savory, mouth-watering dish. Francesca’s homemade marinara sauce is one of them, and when its aroma fills the air, you know you’re in for a treat. What’s more, how she prepares her culinary masterpiece actually boosts its nutritional value, according to new research.
Continue reading The Real Reason to Eat Your Reds
I received a request from a reader to talk about the best meal prep method to preserve nutrients. It’s a great question, but I had to laugh because, honestly, it’s a joke in our family. I’m actually not allowed in the kitchen, especially during meal preparation. If I’m lucky, I get to enter the kitchen to wash the dishes or take out the trash – but that’s it!
He should have received the Nobel Prize for his work on blood-cholesterol and hearth health. That’s what many people believe about John W. Gofman, Ph.D., M.D., and I count myself among them.