Last week I highlighted one of the many diets out there, the Volumetrics Diet. For today’s post, I thought I’d discuss another diet called the Ornish Diet. The Ornish Diet was developed in 1977 and is really more of a “lifestyle” than a diet. This post will discuss what the Ornish Diet is and the pros and cons of eating this way.

As I’ve shared before, there are numerous popular diets these days. One that you may not be familiar with is called the Volumetrics Diet. More like a healthy eating plan than a diet, the Volumetrics Diet emphasizes whole foods and recommends limiting processed foods. Read on to find out more and to find out if the Volumetrics Diet is right for you.

It’s hard to believe September is already here. If you have a garden, you likely have an abundance of fresh produce that you may or may not know what to do with. If you have more than you know what to do with, then today’s post is for you! Much of the produce in your summer garden can be saved and consumed in the winter months. Here are some of the best ways to preserve your summer produce to enjoy year-round.

Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is increasingly common in pregnancy. GDM is diabetes that occurs during pregnancy and then resolves after delivery. A new study shows that the rate of GDM increased by 30% from 2016 to 2020. Even though GDM typically resolves after delivery, the risk of developing type 2 diabetes down the road is as high as 60%; therefore, taking steps to keep yourself healthy is important. In today’s post, I’ll share tips for staying healthy after pregnancy to help you prevent type 2 diabetes.

It’s hard to believe we’re already halfway through August! With the end of summer approaching, I like to make sure to take full advantage of the nice weather for grilling. Grilling is an easy way to cook during the warm summer weather so you can avoid turning on the stove or oven and heating up your house. There are plenty of ways to make grilled foods healthy, so today’s post is dedicated to discussing the best healthy options.

Do you end up with an abundance of zucchini in your garden each year? If so, you may be wondering what to do with all that zucchini, so today’s post is dedicated to discussing the health benefits of zucchini and how you can incorporate it into your diet to ensure none of your garden-fresh zucchini goes to waste this summer.

If you eat yogurt, you’ll likely notice many options at the grocery store these days. What’s the difference between all the varieties of yogurt you may ask? In today’s post, I’ll discuss the common varieties of yogurt and the differences in nutrition for each.

Have you ever had a date? If not, it’s time to try one! Dates are the fruit that grows on date palm trees, which are native to the Middle East. There are hundreds of varieties of dates, but Medjool and Deglet Noor are the most common. In today’s post, I’ll share the health benefits of dates as well as my favorite recipes and ways to incorporate them in my diet.

Today’s post is another in my Diet Series. As I’ve mentioned before, there are numerous diets out there, and a lot of confusion around whether or not they are good options. Today, I’ll discuss the ultra-low-fat diet, which is a bit controversial. Keep reading to find out more!

It’s officially summer, which means many get-togethers, barbecues, and potlucks with family and friends, but there’s no need for these get-togethers to completely derail your healthy eating. In today’s post, I’ll share my top tips for healthy 4th of July eating plus some of my favorite go-to recipes I like to bring to summer get-togethers.