As I sat, the day before my deadline, pondering what to write, the phrase ‘the gift of food preparation’ came to mind.
Really, it boils down to the gift of time, right? It’s the one thing we all need a bit more of, especially this time of year.
I know future Holly is always very happy that past Holly made an egg bake earlier in the week, which provides a high-protein, veggie-packed breakfast in the time it takes to microwave a piece.
Continue reading “Good Food is the Greatest Gift”Last month, I got real ‘science-y’ and did a deep dive into protein equivalents. As a reminder, not all protein sources are created equal, and those who stay away from meat should pay special attention to protein pairings. For example, not only does an ounce of steak and an ounce of tofu differ in calories, they also differ in amino acid content, which is important. If you are a vegan or vegetarian, I encourage you to consume as many ‘complementary’ proteins as possible.
Continue reading “Staying on Track at Thanksgiving”Last month, I wrapped up a three-part series on macronutrients with carbohydrates. Here’s your gentle reminder not to be afraid of carbs, but rather to choose nutrient-dense carbs, like fruits, vegetables, whole grains and low- or no-added-sugar dairy products. Carbs give us energy, fiber, vitamins and minerals, and should make up about half our daily caloric intake.
This month, I’m going to talk about something else we consume that adds to our daily calorie count, but likely one we’re not thinking about: beverages.
Continue reading “We Are What We Sip”
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