Foods that Work Like Wegovy
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, semaglutide, is a trendy (and pricey) weight loss…
How to Clean Your Fridge
By Lee 8 Comments
Lately, all I want to do is clean. To the point of letting other important things in my life go, like, you know...friendships. And sleep. (I'm still showering, though. You're welcome, Jeff!) Maybe it's been the stress of waiting to hear whether … Read More →
1 Day. 2 Pounds of Vegetables. 3 Easy Plant-Based Recipes!
By Lee 7 Comments
If you’re trying to work in more veggies, you’re going to love this month’s 1-day, 2-pounds-of-vegetables post! As always, you’ll get tasty tips for working veggies into your menu. However, you’ll also find 3 delicious whole-food, plant-based … Read More →
30 Ridiculously Easy Ways to Eat More Vegetables
By Lee 10 Comments
You're trying to eat more vegetables. I'm trying to eat more vegetables (especially since I have a 2-pound day coming up). And frankly, we could all use easy ideas for working more veggies into our day. … Read More →
Healthy Homemade Cadbury Creme Eggs
By Lee 15 Comments
As a kid, I remember being giddy with anticipation every Easter morning. Because I knew the "Easter Bunny" (thanks, Mom!) had left me a basket with two of my favorite things: stuffed animals and chocolate. This, of course, made Easter even better … Read More →
7 Funny Old-School Nutrition Tips
By Lee 8 Comments
Need a laugh? Then you'll love these 7 ridiculously terrible pieces of nutrition advice from the days of yore. Ripped from the pages of thrillers like What Shall I Eat: A Housewife's Guide and a WWII-era nutrition pamphlet, these nuggets of "wisdom" … Read More →
7 Easy Ways to Work Movement Into Your Day
By Lee 2 Comments
Do you spend way too much sitting time at your desk? I know I do! Since "sitting is the new smoking," I'm always looking for ways to work in more movement. So I was delighted to read my blogger friend Jebbica's post 8 Ways to Get More Steps if You … Read More →
2 Pounds of Vegetables a Day + 3 Ways to Enjoy Sweet Potatoes
By Lee 12 Comments
Are you trying to eat more vegetables? Me too! So once a month, I challenge myself to eat 2 pounds of vegetables in 1 day. And this month's theme is sweet potatoes. That's mostly because I love them, but it's also in honor of Cook a Sweet Potato … Read More →
Peanut and Sweet Potato Stew
By Lee 10 Comments
Need an oil-free, plant-based entree that both vegans and omnivores will love? You got it! This peanut and sweet potato stew is rich and filling, has only 1 gram of fat per serving, and makes a hearty meatless meal when paired with millet or … Read More →
Hack: Easy DIY Microwave Popcorn
By Lee 30 Comments
With palms so sweaty I could barely grip my mouse, on Friday afternoon I submitted my dietetic internship application with a single click. Which means I should be celebrating, right? Instead, honestly, I'm freaking out a little bit. I just sent … Read More →
Lentil and Cauliflower Rice Taco Filling from FatFree Vegan
I'm keeping this short and sweet, because my dietetic internship applications are due in one week! And not only do I have to finish them, but I have to build a "professional portfolio" website, too. Yeah...this is the part where I don't … Read More →