Food: The only “midlife” health hack we need
Last year, I caught a cold. No fever, no dramatic symptoms—just a scratchy throat and a stubborn cough. A decade ago, I would’ve sipped some tea with honey and lemon, slept it off over the […]
12 forgotten foods Gen X still misses
12 forgotten foods Gen X still misses If you grew up in the 1980s or 1990s, there is a good chance your childhood was flavored by some truly unforgettable snacks. Generation X had a remarkable […]
Discontinued Halloween candies from your childhood that silently vanished
Discontinued Halloween candies from your childhood that silently vanished When Reggie Jackson returned to Yankee Stadium, fans threw Reggie! Bars onto the field. That bar is gone now, and so are others that used to […]
15 traditional Slovenian foods to delight your tastebuds
Traditional Slovenian foods to delight your tastebuds I craved štruklji every day after our first bite of the wonderful local dumplings. We were so excited to try traditional Slovenian food; it was the first thing […]
Apple-licious recipes to get you in the mood for fall
Apple-licious Delicious The leaves are starting to turn and fall is right around the corner. Apple is the flavour of the season this time of year. From salads to desserts apples are a versatile ingredient […]
Apparently, we have food to waste
Our grandmothers saved everything because they had to. We were raised in abundance. Almost every week, I ride my bike across town to pick up a farm box I’ve been ordering since the pandemic. The […]
The great fiber hustle: Why brands are suddenly obsessed with your gut
Fiber is real. The science is solid. Most of what you’re seeing on TikTok is an advertising budget. A dietitian sorts the nutrition from the hustle. Fiber used to be the unsexy necessity you drank […]
Perfect pancakes for fall brunches
Pancakes for fall brunches My collection of Family-Friendly Pancake Ideas for Kids is great for breakfast, brunch, or special occasions. Enjoy lots of fun pancake recipes that beat the boxed stuff. Pumpkin Pancakes Pumpkin […]
Grandma-core eating: The anti-diet trend we actually need now
The nostalgic food trend that is cozy, affordable, and surprisingly smart for women over 50. Food trends come and go. As a dietitian, I’ve watched them sprint through the nutrition world, from kale-mania and the […]
From goat herders to Starbucks runs: Coffee culture, controversy & caffeine
The History of Coffee: From Ancient Ritual to Modern Staple Every day, the nutty, roasted aroma of coffee being poured serves as a wake-up ritual or mid-day reprieve for people around the world. As a […]