Warmer weather brings me back to my Vitamix and green smoothies. I started making green smoothies when I was studying nutrition at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition in 2010. Immediately, I felt a difference in my body as it soaked up all those micronutrients. I began craving one every day. In the wintertime though, I […]
When it comes to meals, what I have found is that all of us need a few simple, easy recipes in our repertoire. Recipes that require no thought, almost no preparation, and deliver a good nutritional punch. These are four standby meals from my kitchen; I always vary the side vegetable depending on the season. […]
Cute stocked vintage pantry. They say the worst possible time to grocery shop is on an empty stomach because the choices you make are going to appease your body’s worst cravings. And I say the worst time to prepare a meal is when you are both hungry and have an empty fridge. That’s when cookies […]
A lot of dancers and parents of dancers come to me for help with food and eating. Among the many questions I get are these: What food, exactly, should I be eating? How much of that should I be eating? Are carbs really bad for me? What kind of fat is “good” fat? How many […]
On April 9, 2011, the School at Steps (SAS) in New York City held a “Healthy Body Workshop” for their students and the public. A number of professionals in the wellness world in NYC spoke on topics ranging from “occupational hazards” (Dr. Linda Hamilton) to yoga and meditation for dancers (TaraMarie Perri). New York City […]
February’s Dance Magazine has a great article on bone health, “The Bone Bank” (not available online, unfortunately). If you haven’t read your copy, take a look as the author, Nancy Wozny, creates a great image of your bones as a bank that you only get to make deposits on for a few key years after […]
I thought that might get your attention. (heh, heh) Translated, that title is: What is the perfect level of energy for your best performance? Sport and performance psychologists spend a lot of time examining this with their performers because it plays a major part in their success. Performers who have too much energy can go […]
In winter time, I tend to eat a lot of apples: they are one of the only fruits still available at the farmer’s market and are so versatile. Today, I’m giving you three ideas of how to get your apple a day. All are simple, fast, healthy, and delicious. Sliced apple with nut butter: one […]
I’m not sure if you watched the Superbowl the other week. It was kind of a big deal. I didn’t watch it because I’m not much of a football fan. However, it was *on* in my house, and I tuned in once the score tied at the game’s end. (That had never happened before in […]
On these cold winter nights, a bowl of steaming soup is a great way to warm up and get your nutrients. Soup is easy to cook and it lasts- make a big pot that you can reheat during the week, or freeze in single serving containers for a quick meal later on. (This is especially […]