Nutrition

8 Bloat-Free Beach Snacks

Summer is almost here! And so is beach weather, and there’s nothing worse than being hungry and/or bloated at the beach while you’re trying to get your tan on. So to help you beat the bloat and stay fueled, I’ve selected 8 easy to prepare, bloat-free beach snacks that you can easily take with you to keep you both hydrated and

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Paleo Banana Bread

Lately I’ve been experimenting with new baking recipes because I want to make them healthier and tastier (so that I can include them without feeling guilty more often!). Most often I find that I’m trying to cook lower-carb, higher protein items so that although they taste totally sinful, nutritionally they’re actually not quite as bad as they seem—like this paleo

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Easy Flax Crackers

Flax crackers are super yummy and pretty healthy too. I love to make these easy flax crackers because they’re easy to make and give my body a lot of healthy fiber. They also act as a great dipping-agent into dips like hummus or guacamole as an alternative (and a healthier one!) to other types of crackers. These flax crackers can

Healthy Snacks On the Go

https://youtu.be/DVc07l2CsKk Snacking can sometimes get a bad wrap, but truthfully with all of the holiday traveling coming up, it can be your best make-it or break-it decision when it comes to sticking to your healthy eating plan. Having healthy snacks on the go is so key to keeping you out of trouble when you get stuck in a pinch (or in

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Simple Roasted Vegetables

It’s autumn and root vegetables are in season… hooray! Tonight I roasted these carrots, brussels and cauliflower simply with olive oil, salt and pepper on parchment paper and the dish was a total hit. Tasty, flavorful, and loaded with nutrients too- a total win all-around. What I love about this recipe is that you can do it with any vegetables

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Easy Kale Chips

In honor of National Kale Day (October 7th), here’s a favorite recipe of mine that I want to share with you! Simple to make, easy kale chips that are sure to please. These chips are super easy to make, and although I added nutritional yeast to them for flavor, you can add spicy flavors like chili powder, more garlic, infused olive oil

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Herbed Popcorn

There’s nothing better than a freshly popped bowl of popcorn, especially when it comes fresh from the ear and is ready in just a few minutes. Popcorn has long been a favorite snack for nutritionists and dietitians, with just 31 calories and about 2 grams per cup, it’s low in calories and has a small amount of fiber in addition

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Eggplant Chips

Eggplants are certainly in season, along with some of my other favorite seasonal produce (butternut squash, brussels sprouts and apples!). Eggplants are awesome because they’re super versatile and can be used for a variety of different things- like babaganoush and also like these yummy eggplant chips! Not only are eggplants useful because they’re in season, but because we’re headed into

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Crunchy Potato Chips

I love yummy, crunchy potato chips… especially when they’re freshly made, and it’s always a plus when they’re a healthier version of their original (less-healthy) selves. These delicious potato chips are dusted with salt, pepper and fresh dill for delicious flavor… and the best part is that they are super easy to make! Serve them at your next get-together or

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Almond Butter and Banana Sandwiches

Who doesn’t love a yummy snack?… Well if you’re a snack lover like me, I’ve got the perfect snack for you! These delicious and healthy little treats make for a great snack, dessert or part of any meal, and the best part? They’re super easy to make. Bananas are a good source of potassium, an electrolyte that’s key for proper muscle function

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Summer Tomato and Squash Soup

This soup was inspired by a total favorite of mine… Gazpacho! Except this one is a little different because I actually served it warm thanks to my Vitamix (if I had made it in a blender that doesn’t have a heat setting I would have served it cold!!). The beauty of this soup is that you can add virtually anything to

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Easy Macaroons

I love to make macaroons… especially when they are delicious,  gluten and dairy free, and easy to make! (I’ll be the first to admit I’m a much better cook than baker, so these easy macaroons made me a very happy nutritionist!) The coconut in these macaroons was entirely unsweetened so I chose to use honey to add a little sweetness (you always

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Simple Summer Salsa

This recipe is super simple and absolutely delicious! I love fresh summer dishes and dips- especially ones like this simple summer salsa that takes under 5 minutes to make. Pair it with crudite (carrots, celery, cucumber) or with your favorite chips for a delicious and healthy hors d’oeuvre or as part of your meal. To mix it up you can also

Dairy Free Coconut Yogurt Parfait

One of the things I sometimes miss being gluten and dairy free (due to allergies), is a tasty yogurt parfait. I made this quick and tasty recipe as a dessert but it can be made as a breakfast or snack. The parfait is made using walnuts- that are rich in alpha linolenic acid (ALA) that can be converted to omega

Brussels Sprout Chips

If you love kale chips, you’ll love these brussels sprout chips. These tasty brussels sprout chips are easy to make, low in calories (depending on the seasoning and dressing) and are packed with nutrients. Brussels sprouts are a member of the cruciferous vegetable family along with kale, cauliflower and cabbage amongst others. Brussels sprouts are a good source of fiber, vitamins A