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I cringe when I hear athletes talk about loading up on carbs and protein. For the most part, the kind of carbs and protein they're talking about are just empty calories loaded with fat (and not the good kind). Choose complex carbs and lean proteins, skip heavy sauces and the baked goods (pancakes, muffins, pound cake, etc... these are sometimes food for athletes as much as they are for everyone else!), opt for whole grains instead of pasta, and forget anything that has ingred

My on-going love affair with avocados prompts me to find new ways to enjoy the fruit. And, living in the Hudson Valley gives me access to some delicious farm-fresh products including organic free-range eggs delivered by Josh, every other week. One day, I decided to combine the two ingredients, adding a topping of leftover Chinese ginger-scallion-salt dip, a classic condiment that usually accompanies steamed or poached chicken. GINGER SCALLION SALT DIP - Makes about 1/2 cup (w

The warm weather is finally sneaking up on us and soon will remain for a while, and I'm thinking refreshing cold soups and beverages; something that quenches my thirst on a hot Summer day. Gazpacho is one of those chilled soups, I've never been crazy about. It's a lot of raw tomato, and most of the time the tomatoes aren't so great. Too tangy, starchy, and just blah! Of course if we've had a lot of sun and the tomatoes are particularly sweet, then a good gazpacho is in order.

There are many reasons to eat an avocado, daily. It is a superfood with over 20 nutrients. It is filled with good fat, minerals and vitamins. It helps lower bad cholesterol and because it is super high in fiber, it is also very effective with weight loss. Go ahead eat the WHOLE thing! A great source of protein, it also contains more potassium than a banana (also good for you), which is essential for heart health, helping to lower blood pressure. Eating an avocado a day helps

If you've been following me on social media over the last 9 years, you know something about my early morning fitness routine, my injuries, and my recovery. When you finally find a practice that makes you feel good on every level, it's easy to get up and do it, daily. For me, it means pushing the boundaries so hard that I eventually break. Not the smartest thing in the world, I realize, but I'm an adrenaline junkie and I just love to feel good physically, mentally and emotiona

Have you ever eaten oatmeal and gotten hungry less than an hour later? I have and apparently I'm not the only one. There's a lot of water in oatmeal and that could be the reason why. I say add even more water and throw in a few more ingredients, making it a heartier breakfast, yet one that is still healthy. Oh and skip the honey and maple syrup. You don't really need the sweetener, if the fruit you add is already sweet. This one is rich with Omega-3 and sprinkled with turmeri

It's winter time and as I watch the snow falling just outside my kitchen windows, I am thinking about how to stay warm and healthy. Being physically active and keeping the blood flowing is important, especially as you get older. Be sure to do at least 30 minutes of exercise daily, and always start and finish with a good stretch, and always pay attention to your diet. This time of year, the air is dry and often causes skin and lips to crack. Drinking plenty of fluids will keep

Cleansing is good for you. Period. How drastic does it have to be? Not too! Basically we are talking about giving our bodies and digestive tract a break. Our bodies have a natural ability to address toxins, but today with our compromised environment and food supply we have to pay extra attention. We either eat too much or not enough of the good stuff. That is a fact. How do we know this? People are getting sick in any number of ways—cancer, obesity, diabetes, heart disease, e