Yesterday, I went to Trader Joe’s to scoop up some healthy goodies to get me through the 39th week of pregnancy, and to shamelessly try to walk baby girl out. While I’m still very much pregnant today, at least I got a delicious meal out of it! You’ll love this easy Arugula Quinoa Salad packed with […]
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As I enter the final few weeks of pregnancy, I’m officially in “nesting” mode as we await baby girl’s arrival. Our woodland-animal themed nursery is set up, the hospital bag is packed and I can’t stop cleaning. The other day, I even decided to make homemade muffins in the middle of the afternoon…for fun! I’m
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Can you believe summer is just a week away? I’m so ready for my favorite season that I’m hosting a special Summer Solstice + Salad celebration at sweetgreen Legacy Place next Tuesday, June 19th. There’s still a few spots open, so Boston area friends get on it! For me, summer is all about keeping it
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When I moved to the suburbs, one of the things I missed most was walking (or taking public transportation) to my favorite healthy hot-spots. Since that’s no longer an option, I realized I had to get used to driving but taking the trip all the way into Boston isn’t convenient or feasible for me anymore.
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It seems as though right now every fitness and wellness company is pushing detoxes, 6-packs and losing holiday weight gain for the New Year. Um, no thanks. I’m so not a fan of the fear-mongering marketing that makes women feel like they need to lose weight to feel good in their bodies. Also, why do
One of my all-time favorite recipes from childhood is my mom’s Chicken Divan. It’s a super simple chicken casserole, but the ultimate comfort food. Think: chicken and broccoli smothered in creamy goodness, cheese and breadcrumbs. Unfortunately, cheese and gluten don’t really sit well with me anymore, so I’ve been having a blast re-creating my childhood
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Tis the season of cocktail parties, holiday gatherings and all the comfort food! During this time, it’s quite common to feel like you’re “screwing up your diet” and “being bad” by indulging a little bit more than you’re used to. Last week after Thanksgiving, I overheard a woman ordering her green juice. She was coming
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Cold weather calls for cozy meals on the regular. Hubby and I have been enjoying lots of scratch-made recipes at home lately — from casseroles to soups. This easy 20-minute Chicken Pad Thai is perfect for evenings you’re craving authentic Thai food, but it’s too cold to leave the house. Bust out those chopsticks and enjoy!
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and I can’t get enough of all the savory, seasonal foods. While my body doesn’t love gluten and dairy, I’m addicted to warm, gooey “cheesy” comfort food. Appetizers are a fun way to contribute to a holiday party, especially when you’re attending as a guest. These crispy bacon-wrapped
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If you know me well, you know I’m a big fan of bone broth. Any given day, you can find me either talking about it, drinking it or writing about it. In fact, I actually dedicated a whole post confessing my love for Five Way Foods bone broth over here. While I covered the health benefits
