Food isn’t important just because it impacts the number on the scale, how you fit (or don’t) into your skinny jeans or the levels of energy you have (or don’t). Food is important because it feeds your cells CRITICAL INFORMATION! Let’s take someone who’s “thin or skinny” — most of us would consider them “healthy” right?  Well, not so fast.  If…

Baby its cold outside, at least here in Brooklyn today.  Anything below 50 degrees feels like the perfect weather for soup to me, so given today was only about 30, I was glad I had this soup on hand (it freezes well if you don’t eat it all at once). I’ve tried lots of black bean soup through the years…

Are you an avid or occasional smoothie drinker?  Are you BORED out of your mind with the same ole’ same ole’ recipes?  Or perhaps you’re unsure if you’re making your smoothies “right”?  Well, if you fall into any of these camps — read on!  I have some tips for taking your smoothies from ‘okay’ to ‘amazing’ by following a simple…

A quick and nutrient-dense salad which can be had alone or as a main course.  Packed with fiber, protein and healthy fats, this is a super satisfying salad.   Enjoy!   Save Print Ingredients 1 pound asparagus ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil Juice from ½ medium lemon 1 tablespoon finely minced fresh basil ¾ cup coarsely chopped fresh basil leaves 1½…