Making the decision to live a healthier life is a big step, but a lot of us struggle when it comes to getting the rest of our family on board. It's especially hard if your partner in life isn't on the same page. So what do you do when the the people closest to you aren't interested in making healthy changes or your husband is a junk food junkie? These are my tips.
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One of my favorite places is the farmers market, especially during the transition from one season to the next. There are so many delicious fruits and veggies to choose from! Here's everything I got on my most recent farmers market trip in late August.
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August is almost over and that means it's time to talk about my August favorites! This month I'm sharing a couple plants in my garden that are giving me some delicious food, a healthy living app, and natural shampoo and conditioner.
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Raising healthy eaters is a big concern for many parents. There are a lot of tips and tricks out there, but there is one simple thing a parent can do that can make a big difference. Plus, it doesn't require any extra time or effort.
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Corn on the cob is a classic summer food, but what do you do if you don't have a grill? I myself was faced with this problem and I've found the perfect solution : roasting in the oven. By using this method, you can still have great tasting corn on the cob without a grill.
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Corn on the cob, husks and silk intact
This is my biggest garden harvest yet! I've got lots of tomatoes ripening now on the 30 plants I grew this year. Tomatoes are my favorite so I grew a lot of different heirloom varieties to try.
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Tomato varieties shown in this video:
Aunt Ruby's German Green Paul Robeson Blondkopfchen Mexico Midget Green Grape Black Cherry Jaune Flamme
Melon variety shown:
Petit Gris de Rennes
There is one weight loss myth so big that almost everyone would agree that it's true. You've probably even tried it yourself. The thing is, this particular method can not only lead to an unhealthy body, but an unhealthy mind and relationship with food as well. It's time to bust this weight loss myth and talk about what we can do instead.
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It's hard to believe that July is over, but here we are! That means it's time to share my favorite things from the past month. :) One of my favorite foods is FINALLY in season, I bought some awesome new workout tops, saw some great movies, and more!
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Trips and vacations are a great time to indulge a little, but airport and travel food isn't always the best. If you eat mostly real food at home, going on a trip can really mess with your digestion and make a fun trip less fun. Here are some of the things I packed for my trip to VidCon to keep me feeling good on the flight over and during the event.
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Today I wanted to open up a bit about my struggle with negative body image. It's something that has been a big part of my life growing up and has had a hand in forming me not only as a person, but also as a dietitian.
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TRIGGER WARNING: In this video I discuss information related to disordered eating behavior that may be triggering for some. Please watch at your own discretion.
So I might have dyed my hair. I was a little nervous about it, but I'm super happy with how it turned out! I've also got a new filming set up and.... I'm going to VidCon!
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It can be hard to come up with healthy dinner ideas, so I'm sharing a few of my recent dinners from the past month! I hope that seeing what I'm eating gives you some ideas for what to make at your house. These dinners were DELICIOUS! ; )
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The month of June has come to an end and that means it's time to talk June Favorites! This month I have a couple healthy food favorites, plus a new fav mason jar shape, natural perfume, fun apps, a podcast, and a movie!
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Yay for new workout clothes! I just got my first Fabletics outfit in the mail and I'm super excited to show you everything I got! Fabletics is a monthly subscription service for exercise clothes that allows you to pick from several outfits or skip the month entirely.
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Sign up for Fabletics here (referral link)
The FDA has announced that partially hydrogenated oils, the main source of trans fat, will no longer be allowed in food by 2018. This trans fat ban has a lot of people excited, but there are others who don't think this is such a great idea. Also in this Real Food Round-Up, are people too focused on nutrients and a recipe you need this summer.
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Final Determination Regarding Partially Hydrogenated Oils
The Surprising Link Between Trans Fat and Deforestation
Indonesia's Palm Oil Industry Rife With Human-Rights Abuses
We’re More Concerned With Nutrients Than Actual Foods
Nutrient-centrism and perceived risk of chronic disease (Abstract)
Cutting up a whole pineapple can be intimidating, but once you know how to do it, it's really easy! You don't even need any special pineapple corer or spiral cutter, just a knife and a cutting board. Fresh pineapple is the perfect addition to any summer party or get together. Learn how to cut one up yourself!
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Today I thought it would be fun to show you everything I got at the grocery store! While I love getting food from my garden and local farmers, I still go to the grocery store to fill in the gaps. Unfortunately, bananas, pineapples, and avocados don't grow in Virginia.
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There's lots of talk about a study that shows eating chocolate while on a low carbohydrate diet can actually help you lose more weight than a low carb diet alone. Also in this week's Real Food Round-Up, finding BPA free canned goods and a chocolate dessert.
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'Slimming chocolate' study fools the world's media
Chocolate Weight Loss Study's Authors Reveal Report Was Fake (UPDATE)
Why A Journalist Scammed The Media Into Spreading Bad Chocolate Science
Emotional eating is something a lot of us struggle with. It can happen for a variety of reasons, but the core issue is the same: eating for a reason other than hunger. Here are my tips to manage emotional eating when it strikes.
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May is coming to an end and that means it's time to talk favorites! This month I'm sharing a favorite spring food, a new kitchen gadget that I am getting a ton of use out of, lots of new exercise clothes, and some other fun stuff!
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