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Menopause: A Season of Renewal, Wisdom, and Nourishment
Discover menopause as a season of renewal. From hot flashes to emotional shifts, this blog guides you through embracing change, nourishing your body, and reclaiming energy, clarity, and empowerment in midlife.
This week’s recipes: Sweet Potato & Brussels Sprout Hash with Poached Eggs and Roasted Chickpea Snack.
Gut Instincts: Why Listening to Your Body Changes Everything
Your gut and brain are in constant conversation — and it affects more than digestion. Discover how tuning in to your gut-brain connection can boost mood, focus, and everyday wellbeing.
This week’s recipes: Baked Apple Yogurt Parfait with Oats & Nuts and Italian Herb & Mushroom Meatloaf with Roasted Tomatoes.
Sweet, Savory, and Spectacular: The Many Faces of Acorn Squash
From garden to table, acorn squash shines. Discover its fascinating history, perfect spice matches, and seasonal recipes ideas that make this sweet, nutty squash the star of your autumn cooking.
This week’s recipes: Roasted Acorn Squash Salad with Chicken and Maple Dijon Vinaigrette and Caramelized Acorn Squash & Black Bean Quesadillas with Cilantro-Lime Crema.
Beyond the Basic Detox: Going Deeper Into Cleansing Your Body & Life
Refresh your body from the inside out. Learn about detox-friendly foods, lifestyle rituals, and mindful practices that support natural cleansing — plus easy recipes to feel lighter, clearer, and more energized.
This week’s recipes: Teriyaki Chicken and Veggie Bowl and Golden Milk Smoothie.
The Quiet Corner of Health No One Talks About—But Should
Pelvic and urinary health is a quiet but essential part of overall wellness. Learn how mindful nutrition, hydration, and lifestyle choices can support strength, balance, and long-term comfort for women and men over 40.
This week’s recipes: Kefir Breakfast Bowl and Chickpea, Lentil, & Broccoli Salad with Orange Tarragon Vinaigrette.
The Joy of Tomatoes: A Celebration of Seasonal Delight
From vine to plate, tomatoes tell a flavorful story. Savor their history, culture, varieties, and recipes while finding inspiration to celebrate tomatoes in your own life.
This week’s recipes: Caramelized Tomato, Kale, & Goat Cheese Quiche and Pan-Seared Cod with Provençale Tomato Basil Relish.
A Taste of Late Summer: Bringing the Farmers’ Market to Your Table
Celebrate summer’s abundance with vibrant farmers’ market produce. From juicy stone fruits to sun-ripened squash, explore plant-forward dishes capturing the season’s freshest flavors that bring the market to your table.
This week’s recipes: Baked Falafel with Tahini-Tzatziki Sauce and Grilled Summer Vegetable & Black Bean Salad.
Nature as Medicine: Restorative Outdoor Rituals
Step outside and let nature recharge you! From sunrise rituals to mindful walks, these simple outdoor practices boost energy, calm the mind, and reconnect you with yourself and the rhythms of the natural world.
This week’s recipes: Zesty Harissa Citrus Vinaigrette, Creamy Basil-Balsamic Dressing, and Kefir Caesar Dressing.
Summer Squash 101: A Field Guide for the Slightly Overwhelmed
Overflowing with zucchini? Discover creative, delicious ways to use summer squash while celebrating the flavor, versatility, and fun of one of summer’s most abundant vegetables.
This week’s recipes: Summer Squash Baba Ghanoush and Zucchini Brownies.
The Summer Slump Survival Guide
Struggling with summer fatigue? Discover easy meals, smart hydration tips, better sleep habits, and simple rituals to help you cruise through the dog days of summer in style.
This week’s recipes: Summer Squash Salad with Lemon & Herbs and Kale and Tuna Niçoise-Style Salad.
From Obsessed to Free: Breaking Up with Calorie Counting
Break up with calorie counting and embrace conscious eating - shifting from app-based tracking to inner cues like hunger, fullness, and satisfaction, for more joyful, sustainable nourishment.
This week’s recipes: Turkey Ratatouille Over Brown Rice and Carrot, Mango, & Sundried Cranberry Baked Oatmeal.
Swiss Chard: Jewel-toned Summer Love
Bold, beautiful, and full of character—Swiss chard is more than just a leafy green. With its rainbow stems and rich, earthy flavor, it’s the kind of vegetable that turns everyday meals into something memorable.
This week’s recipes: Swiss Chard Wraps with Tahini Lemon Sauce and Zucchini, Tomato, and Swiss Chard Pesto Gratin.
The Lymphatic System: Your Body’s Unsung Hero
The lymphatic system works quietly behind the scenes to support your body’s natural cleansing, immunity, and energy. Discover what it is and learn gentle, everyday ways to keep it flowing.
This week’s recipes: Beet & Blueberry Smoothies and Cabbage Salad with Avocado-Lime Chimichurri Dressing.
Avocadoes: Creamy, Green, and Full of Surprises
Avocados are creamy, versatile fruits with ancient roots and global appeal. Their rich flavor and natural simplicity bring fresh inspiration—and a nourishing touch—to everyday cooking.
This week’s recipes: Guacamole Hummus and Avocado, Melon, Cucumber Salad.
Osteoporosis Prevention and Reversal Part Three: Lifestyle Factors You Shouldn’t Ignore
Lifestyle factors like posture, stress, sleep, and the environment play a vital role in bone health. Discover how these often-overlooked daily choices impact your health.
This week’s recipes: Grilled Maple Ginger Salmon with Nectarine Salsa and Tomato, Avocado, and Fresh Mozzarella Salad.
Osteoporosis Prevention and Reversal Part Two: Exercise Strategies
While diet is essential for healthy bones, how you move matters just as much as what’s on your plate. Explore another piece of the bone strength puzzle - exercise and movement.
This week’s recipes: Tofu & Vegetable Stir-Fry with Cilantro Garlic Sauce and Tropical Green Smoothie.
Osteoporosis Prevention and Reversal Part One: The Power of Diet
Discover how diet impacts your bones beyond just calcium. Learn about key nutrients, top foods to include, and what to limit—plus how to support lifelong strength, flexibility, and resilience from the inside out.
This week’s recipes: Spicy Salmon Corn Cakes with Lemon-Herb Yogurt Sauce and Chickpea, Lentil, & Broccoli Salad with Orange Tarragon Vinaigrette.
Mango: King of Fruits
Lush, golden, and dripping with tropical allure—mangos are more than just a fruit. Dive into the vibrant world of mangos and uncover their untold story: ancient origins, exotic varieties, bold flavors, and the good for your body benefits.
This week’s recipes: Mango Quinoa Tabbouleh and Jerk Pork Kabobs with Mango Mint Chutney.
Fiber: the Fourth Macronutrient?
Fiber does more than keep you regular—it fuels your gut, balances hormones, boosts mood, and supports longevity. Learn how this underrated nutrient works and how to easily get more of it into your daily meals.
This week’s recipes: Black Lentil Salad with Roasted Beets & Carrots, and Carrot, Mango & Sundried Cranberry Baked Oatmeal.
Lentils: Going Beyond the Soup Bowl
Lentils may be small, but these earthy legumes have nourished ancient civilizations, fed armies, and become a staple in global cuisines. Today, lentils are experiencing a resurgence—as a versatile, deeply flavorful ingredient.
This week’s recipes: Baked Red Lentil and Carrot Vada and Lentil-Walnut Burgers.