What if We Just Called Food ‘Food’?

If you had to categorize the type of food shown above, how would you do so? You might call it fruit. Fair enough… after all, it is fruit! You also might say it looks like health food, or even a gift basket and all are equally valid ways to classify it. But would you automatically […]

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Dry Brushing: What is it and Do I Need It?

You eat your wild salmon and avocado, you’re mindful about what products you choose to wash your face with and you go to great lengths to not let yourself scorch in the sun. Is there anything else missing in your glowing skin routine? Maybe so; and it doesn’t include something else you should be eating […]

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Getting Healthy Food to Those In Need

Have you ever made a promise to yourself, or to your family that now is the time to get healthy? Once and for all, have you finally made it a priority to get rid of those sneaky crackers in the pantry, the ice cream in the freezer and those darn breaded chicken nuggets that always […]

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1-2-3-Cook: Ridiculously Decadent Truffles

Hello! Today is my birthday and that absolutely falls into the category of a special occasion. In my opinion, if there’s going to be a special occasion splurge, it should undoubtedly involve chocolate. This is one of my favorite creations; six ingredients, a handle of simple steps so easy that the whole family can be […]

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1-2-3 Cook: Deliciously Simple Roast Chicken

Who doesn’t love a good roast chicken? As popular as this dish is, however, many of the often used techniques are either too complicated, don’t result in a chicken with crispy skin yet succulent meat, or both. I’ve found through trial and error that a few simple tweaks can be make a world of difference […]

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Cook It Up on Friday!

You may have been reading about my 1-2-3 Cook Method I’ve been using with my 21-Day Reboot Clients, as well as simply for entertaining. Recipes with less than three ingredients and often, less than three steps. Well, now it’s time to turn it into something! Friday’s blog posts will now be dedicated to an easy […]

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1-2-3 Cook: Seared Wild Ahi Salad

Yes, you read that correctly- wild ahi, here in LA. I didn’t know you could find it here, either. Yet one more lesson learned simply by visiting our beautiful Santa Monica Farmer’s Market. Wild Local Seafood is just one of many local vendors that I now make frequent purchases from. Their fish are sustainable and delicious […]

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A Most Refreshing Water

What do you do when your garden produces too much produce?   You get creative! In my case today, the case in point would be cucumbers.   Unlike stocking up in bulk like you might do for proteins purchased at the farmer’s market which can be frozen, or buying large quantities of dried herbs and […]

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