Nutrition By Mia

Kale and Basil Pesto (dairy-free)

Is there anything more festive than toasted pine nuts? For such little morsels, it’s hard to believe that they are one of the highest protein nuts out there! They are rich in pinolenic acid which stimulates satiety hormones CCK and GLP-1 to turn off “hangry” mode so grab a handful if…
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Healthy Holiday Gift Guide 2014

  1. Moscow Mule Copper Mug: I love this vintage but festive mug, perfect for serving hot chocolate or holiday cider as the temperatures turn frigid. 2. Cinnamon: Cinnamon spice is everything nice during the holidays, helping to regulate blood sugar and blunt spikes (pair some with Christmas cookies for…
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Simple Roasted Butternut Squash with Rosemary

Even with the changing seasons, my love for squash relentlessly persists. When it comes to their preparation, I like to keep it simple–roasted with a little olive oil, salt and pepper, and a few sprigs of rosemary. Butternut Squash is one of the richest sources of beta carotene, both an antioxidant…
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No-bake Gingerbread Cookies

Isn’t gingerbread just the quintessential taste of Christmas? Ok I can name a few others (egg nog, cider, hot chocolate…). But when it comes to the cookie spread, you’ll want these on your menu. No-bake gingerbread cookies are my new favorite thing as evidenced by me whipping up three separate batches in three…
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