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Spicy Walnuts

Spicy Walnuts

These spicy roasted walnuts are a quick and easy recipe that make a great healthy snack. With just six ingredients in this whole food recipe, these walnuts are perfect for you if you're on a gluten...
Pomegranate

Healthy Holiday Tips (from my readers!)

As a Fort Collins Nutritionist, last week I asked my blog, e-zine, and Facebook readers what their best tip for staying healthy throughout the holidays was. . . here are some of my favorites! "Focus on...
Apple Cinnamon Muffin

Attitude of Gratitude

"As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them." --JFK I've read a lot of e-mails lately with tips and tricks for...
Almond Crusted Pumpkin Pie

Not Your Grandmother’s Pumpkin Pie

Pumpkin pie is one of my favorite foods at Thanksgiving but when I couldn't eat gluten or dairy anymore, I was determined to create a recipe that was both healthy-er than traditional pumpkin pie, and delicious...
Pumpkindoodle Cookies

Pumpkindoodle Cookies

If you're wondering what on earth a Pumpkindoodle Cookie is, you're not alone. I made it up. Essentially, its a Snookerdoodle-type cookie with pumpkin puree. . . and boy are these cookies moist and delicious! As...
Whipped Coconut Cream

Whipped Coconut Cream

If you're on a Gluten Free Diet or a Dairy Free Diet (or both), Whipped Coconut Cream is an incredible substitute for ice cream or whipped dairy cream on desserts. I developed this Whipped Coconut Cream...
Gluten Free Apple Crisp

Apple Crisp

This quick and easy recipe for Apple Crisp is perfect if you're on the gluten free diet or if you're not-- either way, it is delicious! This is a healthy baking adaptation from traditional apple crisps...
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Pumpkin Mousse

This pumpkin mousse tastes like pumpkin pie, minus the crust. Pumpkin is loaded with vitamins and minerals (see The Great Pumpkin post ), so it makes a great ingredient for healthy baking during the holidays. As...
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Thanksgiving Recipe Countdown

We're seven days out from Thanksgiving! As the countdown to this beloved food-centered holiday continues, I wanted to provide you some food for thought. . . or some recipe ideas for your Thanksgiving feast anyway. These...
GMO Corn

What’s the deal with GMOs?

GMOs or Genetically Modified Organisms have been all over the media in the past month or so leading up to election day. Why? Much of the processed food in the U.S. is made of corn, soy,...
Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Somewhere along the way Brussels sprouts got a really bad reputation. They are often near the top of the list when you ask kids what their least favorite foods are. I have a theory. . ....

Stay Healthy Through the Holidays with a 30 Day Challenge

The fall is an amazing time of year full of fun, family, celebrations, and lots and lots of sugar. Diets don't work because they are short-term all or nothing solutions to long-term chronic problems. Don't get...

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