Strawberries and Asparagus
I am a freelance writer and a food blogger. I changed from a regular diet to a vegan diet in 2012 for health reasons after my husband suffered (and survived) a heart attack. My favorite topics are food and health,…
Category Healthy Diets
Spicing Up the Dinner Table with Authentic Mexican Salsas
As much as I’ve been enjoying the amazing taste of fresh berries and tree fruit the past few weeks as I visit my family here at the orchard, I have also grown to love the vibrant flavors and spices of…
Mediterranean Diet
You’ve probably heard of the Mediterranean Diet. But what is it, exactly? Well, that depends. Three continents border the Mediterranean Sea. So traditional Mediterranean meals feature foods grown all around the seacoast. Recipes vary from region to region depending on…
Losing Weight by Eating Real Food with the South Beach Diet
The last time I went into serious diet mode, I lost 20 pounds. After hitting that milestone, I didn’t exactly fall off the wagon. I jumped. I’d had enough of artificial food: diet soda, fat-free dressing, imitation sour cream .…
The Joy of Food Cures
I recently came across the book Joy Bauer’s Food Cures: Eat Right to Get Healthier, Look Younger and Add Years to Your Life. According to the author’s website, “Joy Bauer MS, RD, is America’s favorite and most trusted nutrition expert.…