{Nourish} I Eat To Nourish My Body
Mindset is everything. I continue to learn this over and over again and if you have worked with me one-on-one you know that we put a lot of focus on the energy of our intentions. We tend to be really hard on ourselves and then we use our self-loathing as the catalyst for making change. The thing is, it get’s us no where. How could it? Positive intentions create positive results. Let’s explore this in relationship to food, weight and illness for a moment. Continue reading “{Nourish} I Eat To Nourish My Body”
This time of year, a juicy, sweet tomato with a pinch of sea salt and a drizzle of olive oil tastes like pure bliss. Add stone fruits like peaches, apricots, plums and nectarines into the mix and I am in heaven. This salad is exactly that and don’t be intimidated by the presentation. It’s no more than a few slices of each, arranged on a plate with some fresh mozzarella and really simple seasonings. 
Aluminum foil lines our baking sheets and envelopes our vegetables, meats and fish in the form of no-fuss packets that make cooking a cinch, but are these simple cooking hacks health supportive? With more talk of the adverse health effects of heavy metals, like aluminum, accumulating in our bodies, it’s worth your time to consider the controversy, the possible outcomes and alternative practices you may choose to adopt from time to time to decrease risk. 
I used to avoid cooking fish at home. I was scared I would mess it up, stink up the house or both. So imagine my surprise when I gave it a try and realized that it’s quite easy and it takes very little time. Here are three ways to cook salmon that are foolproof and truly delicious including a no flip grilling tip so half the fish doesn’t end up falling between the grates!