Sheer Balance

When it comes to potato chips, I tend to stay clear.  From a nutritional perspective, they define the empty calorie food: They are generally high in fat and low in everything else (10 grams of fat, including 2 grams of saturated fat, per 150 calories).  Further, although they are made from a vegetable, any trace [...]

When it comes to shopping for healthy and organic foods, I’ve heard many people complain about the price, stating that it is much more expensive than unhealthy foods.  Sure, Whole Foods may not be cheap, but there are many other stores that provide you with healthy options that won’t break the bank. One [...]

I’m a big nut lover (keep it clean, people).  In all seriousness, I love nuts: They have a wonderful taste that makes most dishes robust and flavorful.  Nuts, in general, are wonderful for your health.  And, if you are a vegetarian, are a great source of protein. This season, enjoy the powerful little nugget, as [...]

A long time favorite of the beloved Bugs Bunny, carrots are emblematic of fall and winter.  Root vegetables are particularly in-season during cold weather, as they are protected by the earth from the colder temperatures.  As you may already know, brightly colored vegetables are particularly healthy, as they tend to contain lots of wonderful nutrients [...]

Ahhh…apple season is in full swing.  And, with 36 states growing apples, it is fair to say that many of us have some picking to do!  Taking a big bite out of a freshly-picked delicious apple has the season of Fall written all over it; and I’ve sworn to do some local apple picking this [...]

When summer is in full swing, it is hard to resist the temptation of fresh made guacamole.  I’m a sucker for it.  The wonderful combination of avocado, tomato, onion, salt and lime is like heaven in a dip.  And, with avocado as its main ingredient, there are a lot of healthy reasons to dig in.
Avocados [...]

Ever since I was a child, I loved vegetables.  My mother used to call me a rabbit, and I would call her lucky.  Granted, I was a bit picky in that I only liked my veggies raw, but still, what mother isn’t lucky to have her kid love vegetables?
As I’ve gotten older, salad continues to [...]

I’m a big label reader.  If I don’t know a product and what it contains, I immediately look at the nutrition facts and ingredients to get a better understanding of how healthy or unhealthy the food is.  It is completely an unconscious behavior at this point, as I’ve been doing it for years now.  This [...]

By Brett Blumenthal
This last week, my husband and I went on vacation with friends. We rented a condo so that we could cook breakfast and dinner instead of spending a lot of money at restaurants. While putting together our grocery list, my friend stated ‘I don’t want any spa food’ in a somewhat [...]