Bok Choy

Last week I was not feeling the best. Aching muscles, fatigue, you name it! Even as a dietitian, my diet is not always as great as it should be. I felt like I needed something healthful and out of the ordinary, so off to Whole Foods I went.

Enter:

boy choy (Chinese cabbage).

Nutritional Highlights:
-Low in calories (only 20 calories in 1 cup, shredded, cooked)
-High in vitamin A, beta-carotene (antioxidants, supports eye health)
-High in vitamin C (another antioxidant)
-Good source of calcium & potassium (supports strong bones and heart health)
-May help to prevent certain cancers

If you've never had this veggie, it tastes more mild than green cabbage, yet is still a little spicy! It's easy to prepare & tastes great raw or cooked. Consider adding to a stir-fry or soup, serving as a side dish, or preparing on the grill. This time I picked mine up at Whole Foods, already prepared Recipe Here. Know of any good recipes using bok choy? I'd love to hear about them!

Happy Labor Day Weekend!

Labor Day Weekend is here! To cap off the summer, BBQs are likely still in full swing. Whether it's buttered corn on the cob you're craving or some patriotic cookies, consider swapping out butter for Smart Balance Original Buttery Spread. 

In 1 tablespoon Smart Balance Original Buttery Spread has 20 less calories and 4.5 less grams saturated fat than butter! You're heart will thank you for that!

Better choices can still be tasty choices! Check out their website here!

photo from Smart Balance's Facebook page

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Welcome!

As a Registered Dietitian, I often get asked similar questions regarding nutrition and food: "What is a good breakfast?"  "Should I use butter or margarine?"  "Is coconut oil really healthy?"

Everyday a new diet fad is on the news, food labeling laws are always changing, and celebrities advocate their own diet regimens. Figuring out what the best choices are can be tough!

My vision for this site is to help you sort through what you see and hear. A healthful diet should not leave you feeling limited, but empower you to feel better and make the most out of your life.

I hope to provide you with practical tips on bettering your diet and health, with the understanding that food should still taste good and eating should still be enjoyable!

Stay tuned for more in the near future...

-Katie