Supplement Skepticism and the Key to a Healthy 2017

Supplement Skepticism and the Key to a Healthy 2017

2017 is now in full swing, and I know many of you are working hard at those resolutions you might have made a couple of weeks ago.  Many people like to use New Years to kick start a plan to be healthy.  Gyms and yoga classes always seem packed with motivated individuals in January, as people [...]

5 Tips for Perfectly Fluffy Scrambled Eggs

5 Tips for Perfectly Fluffy Scrambled Eggs

Understanding egg chemistry is the key to perfectly fluffy scrambled eggs. Not only are eggs an extremely nutritious food, but because of their unique protein structure, eggs are one of the most versatile ingredients.

The Case for Continuous Glucose Monitors

The Case for Continuous Glucose Monitors

I was once hesitant to invest in a continuous glucose monitor. Now I can't imagine living without mine. Learn more about the strengths and limitations of the Dexcom CGM.

Teaming Up in the Kitchen Part II: Julie’s Turkey Burgers

Teaming Up in the Kitchen Part II: Julie’s Turkey Burgers

If you've read Teaming Up in the Kitchen: Matt’s Sweet Potato Fries you'll know that both Matthew and I believe we are the top chef in the kitchen.  Instead of this leading to conflict as you would think, it usually leads to a rather splendid multi-course meal. When planning dinner, we usually think of what we have [...]

Tagliatelle with Carmelized Shallots, Mushrooms, and Kale

Tagliatelle with Carmelized Shallots, Mushrooms, and Kale

Yes, summer is definitely over, but there are many things to love about fall and winter.  One of those is the cuisine.  Colder weather tends to bring on richer deeper flavors and warmer cozier meals, something that I am definitely a fan of.  This dish contains many ingredients that I am also definitely a fan [...]

A Culinary Round-up of Charlottesville

A Culinary Round-up of Charlottesville

Know where to eat on your next trip to the beautiful Charlottesville, Virginia.

Salad Dressing Chic: 4 healthy tasty recipes from my closet… I mean kitchen

Salad Dressing Chic: 4 healthy tasty recipes from my closet… I mean kitchen

Is it strange that I get as excited about a nice bottle of olive oil as I do about an expensive pair of shoes? Learn how to dress your salad in four healthy ways.

Teaming Up in the Kitchen: Matt’s Sweet Potato Fries

Teaming Up in the Kitchen: Matt’s Sweet Potato Fries

Cooking and creating together for healthy fries and a healthy relationship.

Gut Feelings or Gut Research? The Ultimate Probiotic Guide

Gut Feelings or Gut Research?  The Ultimate Probiotic Guide

What are probiotics? Are probiotics even effective? What's going on in my gut? Exploring what research has shown on probiotics and our gut flora.