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A Hidden Gem Worth Rediscovering: Chile Lime Salmon Fajita Salad
POSTED: February 17, 2026
As we continue our Hidden Gems series, we love shining a light on recipes that may have quietly lived on the Eat REAL America website for years — but deserve a fresh moment in the spotlight. This ...
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Let the Nutrients Take Care of Themselves
POSTED: February 10, 2026
“If you eat a wide variety of REAL food, the nutrients will take care of themselves.” We say this often at Eat REAL America—but for many people, it almost sounds too simple. After all, we’ve been ...
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February Superfood of the Month: Sweet Potatoes
POSTED: February 3, 2026
Last month, we kicked off our Superfood of the Month series with kale – exploring its powerful nutrients, the different varieties, how to choose and store it, and most important – how ...
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Is Comfort Food Just a Myth?
POSTED: January 27, 2026
When it’s a cold, blustery winter day… Or life has you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stressed… Do you suddenly start craving a juicy cheeseburger and fries? Or maybe a ...
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Cuban Picadillo: A Hidden Gem!
POSTED: January 20, 2026
One of the things we hear from Eat REAL America members is just how big our recipe library has become – with now over 1,400 recipes! While we absolutely love having such a wide ...
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FINALLY…Eat REAL Food!
POSTED: January 13, 2026
Have you seen the new version of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans? If not, here is a link – you can find them at the new website realfood.gov. The second sentence in the document? ...
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Kale: The Perfect Superfood to Start the New Year Strong
POSTED: January 6, 2026
How many people do you know that have kicked off the new year “dieting” to lose weight? Every January, we see the same thing happen. People decide it’s time to “get ...
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26 for 2026!
POSTED: December 30, 2025
Are you excited for the start of 2026? As the new year approaches, people everywhere start thinking about what they want to do differently. And year after year, the #1 resolution is almost ...
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Santa’s Message of Simplicity
POSTED: December 23, 2025
Do you remember reading our coaching tip over the summer about our celebratory hike and picnic at Hocking Hills State Park in Ohio? It was one of those days that sticks with you – it ...
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Real Food Hospitality Made Easy
POSTED: December 16, 2025
An Eat REAL America member recently sent me a message with a suggestion for a new coaching tip. She said she would love more information on “go to” recipes to be prepared ...
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The Dietary Guidelines Are Still Marinating!
POSTED: December 9, 2025
Do you remember our coaching tip last December about the highly anticipated update to the U.S. Dietary Guidelines? If not, we encourage you to check it out here! Federal law requires the ...
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Get to the Root of It!
POSTED: December 2, 2025
What is your perception of “root vegetables?” Some might say, “I’m not even sure what qualifies as a root vegetable.” Others say, “I have no idea what to ...
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We Want to Donate $100 to Your Favorite Charity!
POSTED: November 25, 2025
Each and every day, you inspire us, and we are so incredibly thankful for all of you! We love hearing all of your stories – the small wins, the big changes, and the ways your REAL food ...
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The Sides Can Steal the Show!
POSTED: November 18, 2025
Have you started planning your Thanksgiving menu yet? If so, have you thought about how colorful your holiday table will be this year? During a recent cooking demo, I showed one of our all-time ...
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I Can’t Believe We Live Here!
POSTED: November 11, 2025
I have said this at least 50 times in the past few days… I am in total awe of the beauty that surrounds us in our new home. The rolling hills, the fall colors, the peaceful mornings – ...
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Holiday Survival Plan!
POSTED: November 3, 2025
Congratulations, you made it through Halloween! But are you ready for sweet treat season to kick into full gear? We hear it all the time: people dreading the scale between now and New ...
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Farmers’ Markets, Cooking Demos & Glamping!
POSTED: October 28, 2025
Have you ever been glamping? It’s basically camping without sacrificing the comforts like cozy beds, electricity, running water, and your own bathroom. If you’ve ever been in between ...
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Nourished by Food, Fueled by Friendship
POSTED: October 21, 2025
This week was a beautiful reminder that REAL food isn’t just about what’s on your plate… it’s about connection, community, and celebrating life’s meaningful moments! ...
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Farm-Fresh Meals Meet New Home Feels!
POSTED: October 14, 2025
Do you ever feel like there’s just too much going on to keep your REAL food routine alive? If you do – we want to help you kick that thought to the curb! With a little planning and ...
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Bittersweet Lasts: Our Journey Continues!
POSTED: October 7, 2025
Did you read our coaching last week on butternut squash? Did it inspire you to pick one up at the store or the farmers’ market? The season for winter squash is just beginning, so you will ...
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Are You an Expert in BS (Butternut Squash!)?
POSTED: September 30, 2025
Have you ever walked past a butternut squash in the produce aisle and thought… “Nope, too intimidating…I’ll just grab the frozen bag instead.” ...
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BIG NEWS: A New Chapter, Same REAL Food Mission!
POSTED: September 23, 2025
Did you think our life might slow down after the wedding? Not quite! If you’ve been following along, you know the past few weeks have been full of joy – our son’s engagement, ...
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How We Pulled Off Feeding a Wedding Weekend!
POSTED: September 16, 2025
Our daughter got married! On September 6th, we celebrated her wedding in the mountains of Colorado. It was a small wedding with 15 close family members and friends and the ceremony was beautiful ...
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Continuing Strong into Fall
POSTED: September 9, 2025
Are you ready for fall now that Labor Day has passed? Last weekend, we celebrated Scott’s birthday with an incredible meal made with fresh farmers’ market ingredients: It was a ...
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FARM TO TABLE – Our Week of REAL Food Adventures!
POSTED: September 2, 2025
Welcome to September! I don’t know about you, but we are loving these unexpectedly cool temperatures. Last week, we even enjoyed a few days in the lower 70s, a rare treat at the end of ...
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A Week Loaded with Summer Flavors!
POSTED: August 26, 2025
Did you catch our YouTube video on Hatch chilies this week? Last Thursday, we stopped by a local garden center and came home with half a bushel of EXTRA HOT Hatch chile peppers. And we have ...
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Tacos, Bacon Mushrooms…and a BIG Surprise!
POSTED: August 19, 2025
Did you catch our weekly recap video last week? If so, you heard me hint at an EXCITING secret…and this week, we finally get to share it with you! (More on that in the video below!) ...
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REAL Food. REAL Life.
POSTED: August 12, 2025
Are you ready for something new?! For the next few weeks, we’re shaking up our Tuesday Coaching Tips – we are swapping our written posts for short, behind-the-scenes ...
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Why Ugly Produce Is a Hidden Gem
POSTED: August 5, 2025
What if the lumpy tomato or dented peach at the market wasn’t something to avoid – but something to celebrate? Most of us have been conditioned to reach for flawless, shiny fruits and ...
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Do Healthy People Have More Fun?
POSTED: July 29, 2025
Dr. David Katz is one of our favorite experts that we love to listen to, and who has taught us so much on our REAL food journey. I have heard him say this multiple times. And every ...
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Don’t Skip a Beet!
POSTED: July 22, 2025
Let’s face it – when it comes to beets, some people love them, and others don’t. Some love their earthy sweetness. Others wrinkle their face and say, “they taste ...
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Meal Pairings Made Easy
POSTED: July 15, 2025
Do you ever find yourself standing in the kitchen thinking, “What side do I serve with this?” Or maybe you’ve mastered an entrée you love, but have no idea what side dish complements it? You’re ...
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When Water Gets Boring
POSTED: July 8, 2025
“Make sure you drink enough water.” This advice has been drilled into our heads since we learned about nutrition basics in elementary school. Yet, if you search the internet, you will ...
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Summer on a Stick!
POSTED: July 1, 2025
Picture this… …ice-cold lemonade, lounging by the pool and, of course, eating a popsicle before it melts all over your hand! Pure summertime bliss! But let’s be real – most ...
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Celebrate Red, White and Blue – REAL Food Style
POSTED: June 24, 2025
Fireworks, enjoying time with family and friends, soaking up the sun at the pool, or relaxing on the lake! If you’re like us, you are probably looking forward to celebrating all ...
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Should You Only Eat Organic?
POSTED: June 17, 2025
Do you wonder whether you should be eating more organic foods? Are you confused about what “organic” really means? This past week, the Environmental Working Group (EWG) released its ...
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The Best $1 Investment You Will Ever Make!
POSTED: June 10, 2025
What if we told you one of our favorite kitchen tools costs less than $1.00? And you probably have one in YOUR house right now – it has been around for over a hundred years… …it’s a mason ...
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From Cutting Edge to Cutting Board
POSTED: June 3, 2025
Last week, we explored why a good chef’s knife can be a game changer in your kitchen. Once you own that perfect knife, getting comfortable using it makes prepping vegetables, fruits and ...
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On the Cutting Edge
POSTED: May 27, 2025
When we started cooking more frequently, one of our first lessons had to do with… knives. “You only need one,” says Mark Bittman, an American food journalist. We couldn’t ...
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Ask Us Anything!
POSTED: May 20, 2025
We occasionally use our coaching tips to answer some of the questions we are being frequently asked. Today, we are answering your questions about whether sourdough bread is healthier, the ...
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Have We Lost the Connection?
POSTED: May 13, 2025
Have you heard any of these before? “It’s all about moderation.”“Let them be kids.”“This one meal won’t hurt.”“A calorie is a calorie.” And of course, the classic: We hear this A LOT ...
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Antioxidants: Your Weapon Against Aging and Disease
POSTED: May 6, 2025
Most of us have heard this buzzword thrown around when a food is described as “healthy.” Or, you may have seen it on the front of the boxes in the cereal aisle. But do we ...
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Use This Simple Formula To Transform Your Veggies
POSTED: April 28, 2025
What if you could effortlessly add some vibrant crunch, color, and delicious tang to almost any meal? We have great news – YOU CAN! Quick pickled veggies are super-easy, involve minimal ...
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Folks, This Ain’t Normal!
POSTED: April 22, 2025
Since we talked about Cool Whip in last week’s coaching tip and how to make your own whipped toppings using REAL ingredients, it got us thinking about pudding. I don’t know ...
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Cool Whip – or Cruel Whip?
POSTED: April 15, 2025
Is Cool Whip on your shopping list for your Easter menu this year? Easter desserts are all about light, sweet, and festive flavors – strawberry or lemon pies, angel food cakes, berry ...
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Eat Today for a Healthy Tomorrow
POSTED: April 8, 2025
Do you ever stop and think about how you are aging? Now that we are in our 50’s (how did that happen?!) we are becoming VERY aware of how our bodies change as we get older. We also often ...
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Our Trip to the White House
POSTED: April 1, 2025
Have you ever had something completely unexpected happen? And you couldn’t wait to share it, but you promised to keep it private? Well, that happened to us earlier this year. It ...
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“DNA is Not Your Destiny – Dinner Is!”
POSTED: March 25, 2025
“DNA is not your destiny…dinner is!” This is one of our favorite quotes from Dr. David Katz. But what exactly does he mean? For years, we’ve been told that genetics ...
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Mangos: A Tropical Treat with Health Benefits!
POSTED: March 18, 2025
How often do you enjoy the delightful taste and nutrition of a ripe, sweet mango? Do you pass by it at the store, opting for more familiar fruits? Or maybe you choose frozen mango because ...
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Lab Results Through the Lens of Metabolic Health!
POSTED: March 11, 2025
For us, when February rolls around, it’s not just time for Punxsutawney Phil and Valentine’s Day. It’s also time for our annual trip to our doctor for a checkup and blood ...
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Are Seed Oils Healthy or Harmful?
POSTED: March 4, 2025
Have you noticed all of the discussion about seed oils recently? We have received a lot of questions from people including: Let’s dive in, take a closer look, and try to clear up some ...
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Willpower May Not Be Enough!
POSTED: February 25, 2025
Have you ever… …opened a bag of chips, promising yourself just one handful, only to realize you’ve eaten half the bag before you even noticed? Or maybe you told yourself you are ...
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Vinegar – The Pantry Staple That Gets Better with Age
POSTED: February 18, 2025
Just imagine if there was a magical elixir that could clean your house, enhance the flavor of your food, AND help you control your blood sugar, cholesterol and your weight! Believe it or not, ...
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Grocery Store Cheat Sheet
POSTED: February 11, 2025
If grocery shopping ever feels overwhelming, rest assured you are not alone. Someone recently told me, “I love the grocery store tours on the website. But when I get to the store, I need a ...
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The Perfect Steak
POSTED: February 4, 2025
Have you started planning your Valentine’s Day dinner yet? Whether you are celebrating with your sweetheart or enjoying a Galentine’s meal with girl friends, you may be trying to ...
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Kiwi: The Fuzzy Fruit that Packs A Punch
POSTED: January 28, 2025
If we asked you which fruit has the highest level of Vitamin C, what would you guess? Oranges, right?! Believe it or not, there are several fruits (and vegetables) with more Vitamin C than ...
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From Humble to Hero: The Power of Legumes
POSTED: January 21, 2025
Did you read our coaching tip about how not all calories are created equal? We talked about how many REAL FOODS are nutrient dense, low in calories and help you feel full. And when you ...
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A Calorie Is Not a Calorie!
POSTED: January 14, 2025
Have you ever felt like you needed to count your calories? If so, you’re not alone. We talk to people all the time who feel compelled to track and count calories. And this was ...
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One More Christmas Gift – Website Enhancements!
POSTED: January 7, 2025
We are SO EXCITED to share some enhancements that just went live on the Eat REAL America website! Thanks to your feedback and requests, we have had a growing wish list for the website for a ...
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Happy New Year and Back to Basics!
POSTED: December 31, 2024
Is your New Year’s celebration already underway? Are you indulging one more time before your New Year’s resolution kicks in when you wake up in the morning? Yes, tomorrow will be the ...
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Michigan Restaurants
POSTED: December 29, 2024
Rose’s Restaurant (East Grand Rapids, MI) Website 550 Lakeside Drive SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506; (616) 458-1122 Eat REAL America Member comment: The Farro Salad with a Crab Cake was really ...
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Cruisin’ with Santa
POSTED: December 24, 2024
Do you remember last year when we met up with Santa in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan? He was recruiting more helpers for the North Pole, and we enjoyed catching up over a traditional pasty ...
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Are You Ready?
POSTED: December 17, 2024
You are probably asking, “update of what?” Federal law requires that the U.S. Dietary Guidelines be updated every 5 years. Since the last update was done in 2020, the new ...
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Who Inspired Us on Our REAL Food Journey?
POSTED: December 10, 2024
I am often asked, “how did you learn about eating healthy?” or “how do you know REAL food is the best way to eat healthy and thrive?” My answer would involve 3 things: ...
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How to Enjoy Holiday Treats Without Going Overboard
POSTED: December 3, 2024
‘Tis the Season! The season with a love/hate relationship for many of us. We love the decorations, the parties, the time with family and friends, the festive music and, of course, the sweet ...
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Double Duty Pumpkin Power!
POSTED: November 19, 2024
Is there a lonely can of pumpkin sitting in your pantry? If so, let’s put it to work! And if not, pick one up because we are going transform it into not just one, but two incredibly ...
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Stress-Busting Meal Prep Strategies for the Holidays
POSTED: November 12, 2024
Does the thought of holiday meal prep make you anxious? The next few weeks will be filled with fun, family and friend gatherings, and hopefully some delicious REAL food. But it can also bring a ...
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Success Does Not Happen Overnight, but Oatmeal Does!
POSTED: November 5, 2024
Have you tried overnight oats? We hope so! If this is already part of your breakfast routine, we hope we can spark some new ideas. And if you haven’t tried it, we want to inspire you to ...
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The Great Potato Debate
POSTED: October 29, 2024
“Avoid white potatoes…eat sweet potatoes instead.” “A white potato is worse than a Snickers bar.” “Potatoes have too many carbs.” Have you heard any of these before? Are you ...
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Decor or Dinner? Why Acorn Squash Needs to be on Your Plate!
POSTED: October 21, 2024
Are you someone who walks by acorn squash at the store and thinks, “Ooh, that will look so cute on the table next to my pumpkins!”? Then, a couple of months later, it ends up in ...
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Cooking is a Superpower!
POSTED: October 15, 2024
Do you remember the movie “The Incredibles?” Our kids loved this movie growing up. We always had entertaining discussions about what our superpower would be. Superhuman strength, ...
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Time to Celebrate Brussels Sprouts Season!
POSTED: October 8, 2024
When you hear it is Brussels sprouts season… what is your reaction? Are you excited, or are you thinking “ugh, I DO NOT like Brussels sprouts!”? If you don’t think ...
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What Would You Put on Your Napkin?
POSTED: October 1, 2024
Are you ready?! In just 30 short days, we are going to reveal The Napkin, which contains everything we believe you need to know to eat healthy and thrive! This is what helped us transform our ...
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REAL Food on the Road – PNW Edition
POSTED: September 24, 2024
Did you catch our coaching tip a couple of weeks ago on keeping your REAL food lifestyle alive on a cruise? We have had the Pacific Northwest (the PNW) on our bucket list for a while, so we ...
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Cruisin’ – REAL Food Style!
POSTED: September 10, 2024
Have you ever wondered… is it really possible to keep your REAL food lifestyle alive and kicking on a cruise? We sacrificed and did the research, and the answer is ...
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“Choose Your Hard”
POSTED: September 2, 2024
A few weeks ago, I was listening to a radio show one morning and the hosts were talking about something that intrigued me… they were discussing how you have to “choose your ...
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Abracadabra…Pesto!
POSTED: August 27, 2024
We asked some family and friends what they thought about pesto. The response? “you mean that green stuff?” That made us think a coaching tip might be helpful! If you already ...
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No more intimidation…how to enjoy eggplant!
POSTED: August 20, 2024
This may be one of the most misunderstood vegetables…or should we say, fruit… it’s the eggplant! And, yes, in case you were wondering, the eggplant is a fruit (it is actually a ...
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Aimee’s Inspiring Story of Conquering High Cholesterol!
POSTED: August 12, 2024
Are you ready for some more inspiration? You may remember Lee’s inspiring story that we shared a few months ago. In just six months, Lee lost 40 pounds, reversed her prediabetes, brought ...
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It’s Melon Time!
POSTED: July 30, 2024
If you are hitting the farmers’ market within the next few weeks, it will be obvious that melon season has arrived! There are many ways to enjoy local, in-season melons, but do you ever ...
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Enjoy Healthy Ice Cream All Summer Long!
POSTED: July 23, 2024
Confession time! A few years ago, I tried “nice cream” (also known as banana ice cream) and I wasn’t crazy about it. In the months that followed, especially hearing others share their great ...
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Seeds to Sprouts in Just a Matter of Days!
POSTED: July 16, 2024
What is your perception of sprouts? There was a time when I thought they were just added to sandwiches, wraps and salads to make them look fancy. It didn’t even cross my mind that they ...
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Do This to Stay Healthy All Summer Long!
POSTED: July 9, 2024
Welcome to the “dog days of summer!” While there is no official definition, the “dog days of summer” are considered to be July and August, when the heat and humidity are ...
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Mocktail Mastery: Healthy, Non-Alcoholic Drinks!
POSTED: July 2, 2024
Have you ever wanted to change your relationship with alcohol? Or have you ever thought about going alcohol-free for a period of time, but are concerned about how it will affect your social life? ...
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Discover the Joy of Soy Foods!
POSTED: June 25, 2024
Did you read last week’s coaching tip on soy? If so, you read about how whole soybean foods can provide nutritional benefits and be part of a healthy REAL food lifestyle. Since you may not ...
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What’s the Story with Soy?
POSTED: June 18, 2024
What is your perception of soy? Do you embrace it as something that is beneficial for your health? Or is your perception that it should be avoided due to concerns about breast ...
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Delicious Dressings at Your Fingertips!
POSTED: June 11, 2024
Did you read our coaching tip last week about whether a burger can be healthier than a salad? Big flavor loaded salads are absolutely one of the best things you can eat. And the right ...
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Can a Burger Be Healthier Than a Salad?
POSTED: June 4, 2024
Which do you think is healthier? A burger or a salad? If we asked ten people this question, at least nine would say, “Of course, the salad is healthier!” What if the ...
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Nature’s Candy – Let’s Talk Figs!
POSTED: May 28, 2024
What comes to mind when you think of figs? The classic Fig Newton cookie? I don’t know about you, but I used to group figs in the same category as prunes, and I wasn’t sure I liked ...
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Road Trip Season is Here!
POSTED: May 21, 2024
With Memorial Day weekend just a few days away, that means “hello summer!” As many of us will be gearing up for summer travels, we want to provide some inspiration to help you enjoy ...
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Don’t Believe Everything You Think
POSTED: May 14, 2024
Picky eaters. We all know one. Maybe we are one. Or we once were. Almost every single day, we hear “I don’t like _________.” You can fill in the blank with all kinds of things such as mushrooms, ...
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Are You Getting Enough Protein?
POSTED: May 7, 2024
Do you feel like you are constantly bombarded with conflicting messages about protein? It seems like protein has recently taken on a “superfood” status. You will find no shortage of ...
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Why to Include Fennel in Your REAL Food Routine!
POSTED: April 30, 2024
The past few weeks, we have talked about the importance of eating a wide variety of plants, including LOTS of vegetables and fruits. Plus, legumes, nuts, seeds, whole grains, herbs and spices! ...
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Ask Us Anything #2!
POSTED: April 23, 2024
A few weeks ago, we shared a coaching tip to answer some of the questions we are frequently asked. Thanks to your responses, we are answering some more questions we have been hearing recently. ...
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Why We Should All Be Eating Buddha Bowls!
POSTED: April 16, 2024
Did you read our coaching tip last week? Did the thought of eating 30 different varieties of plants every week seem overwhelming? To keep you inspired and motivated to enjoy a wide variety of ...
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These May Be the Most Important Things to Count!
POSTED: April 9, 2024
Do you count numbers as part of your diet? Some people count calories. Others count carbs, sodium, fat, or added sugars. We know there are situations where it might be helpful to track these ...
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Could This Be the Best Ever Breakfast Casserole?
POSTED: April 1, 2024
Welcome to April! This week, we were inspired to share a new breakfast casserole recipe with you! The inspiration for this came from a social media post we saw about this crazy fast and easy ...
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Why We Should All Eat with the Seasons
POSTED: March 26, 2024
It’s official…spring is here! What do you most look forward to this time of year? For some, it may be the warmer temperatures. For others, the blooming trees and the greening ...
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Stock Your Pantry with Keys to Success Staples!
POSTED: March 19, 2024
As you are embracing your REAL food journey, there is one area that may need a little help and renovation… the kitchen pantry! The pantry has a funny way of accumulating items that never ...
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No Fail Smoothies
POSTED: March 12, 2024
How often do you make smoothies? Do you make the same one over and over, or do you change it up to enjoy different flavor combinations? Smoothies can be a delicious – and nutritious – ...
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