I love water! It is my favorite drink on earth!  Next comes coffee and next is a toss up between a nice rich beer or an amazing glass of cabernet (all in moderation, of course!).  But in the spring and summer, I enjoy a glass of iced tea now and again.  So I make my […]

“The hand that rocks the cradle usually is attached to someone who isn’t getting enough sleep.”~ John Fiebig Today we celebrated with the many Mom’s in my extended family with a gathering at our my home.  Lot’s of yummy foods:  a balance, of course, with a mixture of “treats” and healthy foods.  For starters, I […]

But I am a dietitian with a sweet tooth.  Sometimes, I convince myself that the cookies I am baking are for:  1) my kids, 2) perhaps a neighbor or 3) my husband.  When in reality they are really for me.  Today, on a mid-day trip to the grocery store to purchase chicken and bread, I […]

I love kale chips, my kids love kale chips and my husband loves kale chips too.  Being a nutritionist, it doesn’t get any better than that.   So with springtime upon us and fresh organic kale growing at Tangerini’s Farm in Millis, Massachusetts just a few minutes drive from my home, today, I was on a […]

When traveling to Ireland is not an option…make this delightful Irish Bread! I love the breads in Ireland, simple with a hint of buttermilk.  My friend Meg shared this recipe with me and it’s by far my favorite.  Very simple, not infused with a complexity of flavors, just right for what I find to be […]

If it is true, all you need is love; well maybe a bit of arugula will help?  Ancient Romans and Egyptians considered this peppery herb to be a potent aphrodisiac.  And to this day, Italians covet arugula as a digestive aid. Arugula is a fragrant, peppery and mustard tasting green leafy vegetable that is commonly […]

Being a runner,  I love to refuel with a protein-rich, fruity smoothie.  Smoothies are a delicious way to boost your fruit and veggie intake all in one sweet confection!  Purchase your favorite frozen unsweetened fruits, of course, fresh produce works too, and Greek yogurt which has more than twice the amount of protein than traditional yogurt. […]

After a very long cold and snowy winter in Boston the sight of blooming flowers and budding trees made for a hopeful start to spring.  Spring means a lot of things to Bostonians: Red Sox, Celtics playoffs, the Boston Marathon; it’s hard not to be a sports fan in this great city. There is nothing quiet […]

One of my favorite dishes to have on hand in the spring during sport’s season or when my schedule seems busier than usual is Farmer’s Market Pasta!  I can easily create a meal with this nourishing pasta dish by adding some grilled chicken or fish or grabbing a rotisserie chicken on the fly when time […]