It’s Good Food Friday! Today I share three simple ways to spring clean your diet on ABC Charleston, so that you feel your best this season. Tip 1: Replace sugar-sweetened beverages with nutrient-dense options. 100% Florida Orange Juice is a great example which contributes vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.A common misconception about orange juice is that […]

6-ingredient homemade healthier Twix Bars! Who doesn’t love chocolate, caramel and shortbread together? This recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo-friendly and vegan. Plus, it can be customized with your sweetener and nut/seed butter of choice. For this recipe, I made the base with high fiber coconut flour which has a naturally sweet taste, creamy cashew butter […]

The weather is finally starting to warm up in Charleston which has be craving SMOOTHIES. I never used to be a smoothie person until I started trying new combination and adding unlikely ingredients like whole grain oats to thicken and superfood ingredients like turmeric and hemp seeds. Smoothies are an easy way to pack a […]

6-ingredient pecan pie BARS! Hello simple dessert with benefits. PECANS elevate the nutrition of this dessert by adding 3 grams of protein and fiber which keep you fuller longer, as well as 12 grams of “good” monounsaturated and essentials minerals including zinc. They are also one of the lowest in carbs and highest in fiber […]

If you are looking for another sweet dessert with benefits then look no further than this 5-ingredient caramel apple bark! Made with a 2-ingredient homemade caramel sauce, dark chocolate, crunchy whole grain pretzels and crisp crunchy perfectly sweet apples which add filling fiber and vitamin C. This recipe requires no oven. All it needs is […]

It’s National Heart Health Month! Today I shared heart healthy tips and three meal planning recipes on affiliates across the country. Starting with breakfast. My customizable egg cups are easy to make and great to have for busy weekday mornings. Simply whisk together—eggs, cheese and almond milk—then cook your vegetables with corn oil, add to the […]

    It’s National Heart Health Month! Heart health is something especially important to me as a registered dietitian because it’s largely affected by both diet and lifestyle. With heart disease being the leading cause of death in the US according to the CDC, chances are you have been affected by this disease in one way […]

It’s National Snack Month! Today I shared better-for-you snacks on CBS Las Vegas NOW plus some tips on how to snack smarter. Tip 1: Focus on protein and fiber to keep you feeling fuller longer. American Pecans are The Original Supernut that can elevate the nutrition of your snacks, without sacrificing craveable taste and satisfying […]

4-ingredient feel-good mini bagels! If you are a bagel lover looking for a more whole good option, then this recipe is for you! Made with pasture-raised eggs, extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar and the Simple Mills Artisan Baking Mix made with almond flour, arrowroot, flax meal, tapioca starch, sea salt and baking soda. Make […]

Happy Valentine’s Day! Today I shared some delicious ways to celebrate at home! Valentine’s Day themed snack board Build a better snack board by combining protein, fiber and fun. Start by adding your proteins like nuts, lean meats and hummus. Next add your produce likes grapes, cucumber, cherry tomatoes and sugar snap peas. Finally add […]

Satisfy your sweet tooth with this better-for-you sweet snack made with crisp crunchy apples which are a good source of vitamin C and fiber. This dessert with benefits is crunchy, sweet and can help meet your recommended 2+ servings of fruit per day. Feel free to personalize these as you wish with crunchy toppings like […]

This recipe is made in partnership with Marine Stewardship Council. This 15-minute lunch recipe is good for you and the ocean too! Made with sustainably sourced, wild-caught MSC Blue Fish labeled tuna steak from ALDI, a good source of high-quality protein and key nutrients like zinc and iron, this flavor-packed protein and fiber-rich meal is […]

Happy Super Bowl week! Today on ABC Tampa’s Morning Blend, I share the ultimate healthier spread to satisfy your game day cravings. Serve a better-for-you party platter Start by first incorporating protein and fiber-rich produce which will keep you energized while watching the game, without weighing you down. For protein, I am adding cheese, nuts […]