Thrifty Thursday: Make Pumpkin Butter, Give It As a Gift!
The holidays are here, and it’s time to start thinking about gifts. Not about gifts for you, but gifts that you will be giving…
Gina, The Candid RD
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What I Made on Thanksgiving (Kale and Butternut Squash)
I’ve never prepared a Thanksgiving meal, nor have I hosted one, but I always enjoy finding new side dish recipes to bring wherever I…
Confused Day Tuesday: Simple Vs. Complex Carbohydrates
I found this picture several months ago, but couldn’t figure out the source. I really wanted to know who created this because I wanted…
Motivational Monday: Working Out, As The Days Get Shorter
In order to stay healthy, vibrant, energized, and well, we can’t just count on our healthy diet to do all the work, we also…
FAQ Friday: Gina, What’s Your ONE Best Tip For Weight Loss and Maintenance?
I know most of you enjoyed a delicious Thanksgiving meal yesterday, complete with one, two, or maybe even three (????) desserts. I’ll be honest,…
Butternut Squash Muffins (Whole Grain and Gluten Free)
Believe it or not, last year we grew close to 50 butternut squash in our garden (ok, Nick grew them, I just cheered him…
Confused Day Tuesday: Is Olive Oil Healthy?
Recently I read this article from the Washington Post, which described how certain olive oils really aren’t as healthy as their name implies. Before you…
Gluten Free Fig, Apple and Sage Stuffing (Meatless Monday)
Ok, yes, this is a blog post repeat from last year. But I thought it was so tasty that I should post it again.…