Nutrition

“Nut” Your Average Snack: Why Almonds Deserve a Spot in Your Diet

February 16th is National Almond Day. Admittedly, almonds are not my favorite “nut” (did you know that technically almonds are seeds, not nuts? They come from the fruit of the almond tree, making them a close relative to peaches and cherries!). I wasn’t sure how I would write a blog about them when I don’t… Continue reading “Nut” Your Average Snack: Why Almonds Deserve a Spot in Your Diet

Keeping It Real, Nutrition

Wear Red Day: Honoring My Mom and Raising Awareness for Heart Health

Every year, the first Friday of February marks National Wear Red Day, a time to raise awareness about heart disease—the leading cause of death for women. For me, this day is deeply personal. I wear red not just to support the cause, but to honor my mom, who passed away suddenly and unexpectedly from a… Continue reading Wear Red Day: Honoring My Mom and Raising Awareness for Heart Health

Cooking, Recipes

Crock Pot Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup: A Cozy New Favorite

Even though I am a little late to celebrating Slow Cooker Month, with the cold wintry weather on its way to Michigan there’s no better time to enjoy the comfort of a warm crock pot soup recipe. As a plus, I found this recipe just in time for National Homemade Soup Day on February 4th.… Continue reading Crock Pot Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup: A Cozy New Favorite

Nutrition

February is American Heart Month

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in both men and women in the United States, yet many people don’t think about their heart health until something goes wrong. As a registered dietitian, I’ve spent my career helping others make heart-healthy choices, but it didn’t really hit home for me until I lost my… Continue reading February is American Heart Month