Let's talk food and the weight-loss "wonder-drug" Wegovy. What is Wegovy? How does it work? Can foods trigger similar effects? Let's tackle all of this--and why people might want to consider lentils over injectables for weight loss. What is Wegovy? Wegovy, also known by its generic name, … [Read more...]
Let’s Beat Breast Cancer! How to Reduce Your Risk
Hello, friend! As you may know, I’m now a registered dietitian with the Physicians Committee, and for the past 10 months I’ve been working hard on a project that’s near and dear to me: Let’s Beat Breast Cancer! As many of you know, I’ve never had breast cancer, but I did get a frightening shot … [Read more...]
15 Powerful Ways to Get to Your Happy Weight
No one believes me when I tell them, but I was seriously chubby as a kid. I wore the girl version of "husky" pants, I had borderline-high cholesterol (at age 12!), and the mile runs we had to do in PE class were an exercise in embarrassment. Thanks to the magic of puberty and rowing crew, though, … [Read more...]
I Made It! + Sweet, Savory & Free Cookbook Giveaway
I'm so glad you decided to stop by Veggie Quest, because today we're celebrating! Because after many years, a few setbacks, and some good old-fashioned elbow grease, I finally made it: I'm a registered dietitian (RD)! PARTY TIME!!! :-D Yep, Friday before last, I made it over the last hurdle … [Read more...]
9 Months in the Life of a Dietetic Intern
Exciting news: Today is the last day of my dietetic internship! Over the past 9 months, I've learned more---and done more---than I ever could have imagined. In fact, I've grown exponentially, both personally and professionally. For sure, the constant pressure helped me build on my strengths: … [Read more...]
11 Healthy Food Trends for 2016 (Plus 3 I’m Already Over)
I don't think anyone would accuse me of being fashion-forward, but when it comes to food? I love trying out trends! Not all of them, though—just the healthy ones. So I had a ton of fun sifting through 2016 food trend forecasts from around the web. In the end, I turned up 11 trends I think you might … [Read more...]
Cucumbers Gone Rogue! A Garden Story…
In the blistering heat of August, there's nothing quite as refreshing as crisp, cold cucumbers. Whether sliced into ice water or cut into sticks, cucumbers are my go-to summer veggie. I don't just love them for their cool crunch, though. Cukes not only have vitamin C and antioxidants for gorgeous … [Read more...]
What’s Your Favorite Healthy St. Patrick’s Day Treat?
Happy St. Patrick's Day! Given how much sticking to a low-fat, plant-based diet over the past two months has reduced my breast pain (thank you Dr. Neal Barnard and Foods That Fight Pain), I've been really good about staying the course. That said, for me, St. Patrick's Day always brings to mind a … [Read more...]
Cookbook Giveaway Winner & Survey Results
It's the moment you've all been waiting for...the winner of the Great Life Cookbook Giveaway!Drum roll, please: I'd like to congratulate kabira501, whose survey comment was actually left on my Trader Joe's post. Kabira501, be on the lookout for an email from me!Now, per request, on to the survey … [Read more...]
Veggies Even a 3-Year-Old Will Eat + Back to School
Spring greens with white peaches and raspberry vinaigretteHello readers, I hope you all had a relaxing Labor Day holiday! I'm back from a much-needed week at the beach with my family soaking up sun—and cooking up veggies, of course. A sampling of the vegetable goodies on last week's … [Read more...]