Cauliflower Rice
Phytonutrients, or phytochemicals, are compounds that are only found in plants. These phytonutrients are extremely beneficial and are the reason why you can’t just take a daily vitamin supplement in...
View ArticleRoasted Cauliflower with Red Onion
I guess I’ve been on a bit of a cauliflower kick. I just love the texture of cooked cauliflower. It’s soft and literally melts in your mouth! I’ve been obsessed with Roasted Cauliflower. I hope you...
View ArticleTomato Salads
Tomato salads are versatile, quick and very simple to create. You might be wondering why I am showing a picture of herbs with tomato recipes. To me, tomatoes simply “go” with herbs and olive oil. These...
View ArticleDirty Dozen Plus, 2013
Each year the Environmental Working Group publishes a list of produce items that are low and high in pesticide residues after standard washing. You can read about their process and details on pesticide...
View ArticleFennel, Leek & Walnut Saute
A way to increase the number of vegetables you enjoy eating is to try one new vegetable each week. This idea is how I stumbled upon fennel. I’d never really cooked with fennel, but since I’ve tried it,...
View ArticleOctober Challenge: Get Your Head In The Game
I often hear, “I know what to do, but I don’t do it”. The assumption is made that it is lack of motivation and self-discipline that prevents behavior change. I’d like to challenge this assumption. What...
View ArticleHealthy gut = healthy brain
“Accumulating data now indicate that the gut microbiota also communicates with the central nervous system…and thereby influences brain function and behavior.” Cryan J, Dinan T, Nature Reviews...
View ArticleYellow Millet Tabouli
The spice turmeric gives this millet tabouli it’s amazing bright yellow color. The active compound in turmeric is curcumin, which is well-known for it’s anti-inflammatory affects, and thus curcumin’s...
View ArticleInflamed Brain
Inflammation has been associated with chronic conditions we commonly encounter, such as heart disease, diabetes, and high blood pressure. In addition to these metabolic conditions, inflammation is at...
View ArticleIs Your Brain Inflamed?
If your body is inflamed, so is your brain. How do you know you are inflamed? Symptoms of inflammation vary; how you experience inflammation is dependent on your body and biology. Signs of inflammation...
View ArticleProtein & Plant-Based Diets
Here’s a question from Ask the Nutritionist on the website: “I am trying to make sense of anti-inflammatory vegetables at the same time as reducing fish and chicken to a minimum so it seems that my ten...
View ArticleThe Power of A Single Supplement
True or false? Taking a single supplement for 12 weeks has been demonstrated to reduce incidence of psychosis in high-risk individuals for one year. True. In a 12-week double-blind, placebo-controlled...
View ArticleADHD and Pesticides
It’s interesting to think about how pesticides work to fend off pests. These chemicals “work” by attacking the nervous systems of bugs and other pests. How do these neurotoxins affect our nervous...
View ArticleTraditional Salmon Salad
Sara says, “Mom, I want Salmon Salad!” And she can make it herself now too. Traditional Salmon Salad can be made just like tuna salad, and it’s one of our standard weekend lunches because it’s so easy...
View ArticleFrom Fork to Tummy to Brain
So often we hear about the foods we shouldn’t be eating, and while it is true many foods have attributes that don’t promote health, there are many foods that promote proper function. Our brains require...
View ArticleWhite Turkey Chili
By popular demand I am sharing this recipe with you. I hope you enjoy it as much as my family and friends do. Take advantage of BPA-free lined canned beans to avoid the common hormone disruptor. Print...
View ArticleFall Family Favorites: A Collection of Fantastic Gluten-Free & Healthy Cookbook
This isn’t just any cookbook. This cookbook will show you how to shop, how to prep ahead and how to update your own family recipes. Plus, you’ll amaze your family and friends with dishes that are...
View ArticleThanks for Loving Nourishing Results!
I wrote Fall Family Favorites, my first e-cookbook, with you in mind. This cookbook is for anyone wanting to live well, nourish their body, mind and spirit, and savor every bite. Please use this 50%...
View ArticleA Good Book
Happy Cyber Monday! A book is a wonderful gift that allows your friends and family to learn more about food, nutrition, the food industry, the environment and health. This year, as you Spread the Love,...
View ArticleNourishing Results is expanding!
Nourishing Results is now available as a full-time and full-service nutrition consulting and coaching business. I have recently resigned my half-time position at the University of Arizona in order to...
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