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Did you know the CDC recommends that children under age 2 should not be given ANY added sugar? These muffins are perfect for babies and big kids alike. It’s my pre-pickleball go-to (topped with no sugar added almond butter). Servings: 12 Ingredients: 2 large ripe bananas, mashed 3 eggs (or substitute 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce… Read more

Who doesn’t love pizza? It’s the classic comfort food. But the combination of carbs and saturated fats in a traditional pizza can cause a blood sugar “rollercoaster”. We have reimagined pizza night, and it’s my favorite dinner of the week now! This recipe is adapted from the one in Dr. Heather Sandison’s book entitled Reversing… Read more

When I started trying to get healthier, a doctor told me to avoid processed food. Her definition of processed was anything in a package that contained more than 5 ingredients. It’s another arbitrary number – people in industry and government are arguing over how to define the word “processed” – but the point is we… Read more

As my diet has evolved, and with so many recipes available online, I’ve tossed out most of my cookbooks. One that I’ve kept is called The Defined Dish. It contains several recipes that I make over and over. I wanted to post one that my husband loves – and has learned to make all by… Read more

Low carb and packed with healthy proteins, this tahini drizzle pairs perfectly with your roasted veggies. Serve with grilled or oven-baked (or Ninja-baked) chicken. The sauce thickens quite a bit after it sits, so you will need to add water, a tablespoon at a time, to achieve the consistency you like. Read more