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Nichole Dandrea-Russert
Mar 29, 20191 min read
Yoga May Help You Eat Better
Friday night yoga happy hour calls for inspiring music! Before I started practicing yoga (20 years ago, I feel old!), I often overate...
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Nichole Dandrea-Russert
Mar 28, 20191 min read
No Time To Cook? Try This.
National Nutrition Month Tip #28 Have no time to cook? Keep it simple! Meals don’t have to be complicated. Grab some local produce and...
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Nichole Dandrea-Russert
Mar 27, 20191 min read
Add This Tiny Green to Everything
National Nutrition Month Tip #27: When in doubt, add greens.🌱 Add microgreens to sandwiches, avocado toast, rice bowls and smoothies....
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Nichole Dandrea-Russert
Mar 26, 20195 min read
4 (Plant-Based) Foods to Help You Get Grounded
The phrase "change of season" has a key word in there that can trigger feelings of disorganization, anxiousness, and uncertainty. Did you...
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Nichole Dandrea-Russert
Mar 25, 20192 min read
3 Whole Grains to Try This Week
Explore three tasty whole grains—bulgur, quinoa, and farro! Packed with nutrients, they're perfect for salads, bowls, and hearty dishes.
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Nichole Dandrea-Russert
Mar 18, 20193 min read
Which Plant-Based Milk is Best?
The idea of giving up dairy when going vegan may sound impossible for some. Fortunately, if you’re a dairy milk lover, there are plenty...
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Nichole Dandrea-Russert
Mar 12, 20191 min read
Food Journal Your Way to Health
National Nutrition Month Tip #12 Grab your favorite journal or purchase one you love and start food journaling. Make it fun and...
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Nichole Dandrea-Russert
Mar 11, 20192 min read
Probiotic-Rich Cucumber Salad
Recently I've recommended adding probiotic-rich foods to few folks who cringed when I said miso, kimchi or sauerkraut. I totally get...
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Nichole Dandrea-Russert
Mar 6, 20192 min read
Do This One (Yummy) Thing Daily For Great Health
This might be my most favorite nutrition tip (#6) of all: Eat 1-1.5 ounces of dark chocolate daily! A good quality dark chocolate has...
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Nichole Dandrea-Russert
Mar 4, 20192 min read
Mock Crispy "Chicken" Sandwich
National Nutrition Month Tip #4 For meat-eaters: substitute 1-2 meals a week with TVP (textured vegetable protein) which is equivalent in...
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Nichole Dandrea-Russert
Feb 18, 20194 min read
Jamaican Jerk Tofu With Pineapple Salsa
Recently, I received a lovely subscription box from Raw Spice Bar , because, well—spices. Gram for gram, spices and herbs pack more...
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Nichole Dandrea-Russert
Feb 10, 20193 min read
1-Pot Chana Dal Cauliflower Curry
If you've enjoyed lunch or dinner at an Indian restaurant, there's a chance you've had chana dal. What is Chana Dal? Chana Dal is a brown...
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Nichole Dandrea-Russert
Feb 3, 20193 min read
Protein: Are You Getting Enough?
"Where do you get your protein"—a common question for vegans. A plant-based dietitian answers the question, Protein: Are you getting enough?
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Nichole Dandrea-Russert
Jan 16, 20192 min read
10-Minute Prep Hearty Bean Soup
Mid-January, the coldest time of the year in many places, calls for healing, comforting and warming soups. Since we're on the topic of...
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Nichole Dandrea-Russert
Jan 13, 20193 min read
Do this ONE thing to lose weight, increase energy and feel great
Did you start a diet for the new year? Keto? Mediterranean? Whole 30? No Carbs? Counting calories? There are so so many, how do you...
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Nichole Dandrea-Russert
Jan 9, 20191 min read
How to lose weight, increase energy and feel your healthiest
As you move into the new year think about adding {high fiber and nutrient dense} LAYERS to your meals. This will make you feel full...
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Nichole Dandrea-Russert
Jan 1, 20193 min read
53 Reasons to Eat More Plants
Happy 2019! What are your new year intentions? I have several — writing more, spending quality time with family and friends, improving...
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Nichole Dandrea-Russert
Dec 18, 20182 min read
Maple Bourbon Candied Pecans
These pecans should come with an addictive warning. They are perfectly sweet, savory, crunchy and satisfying. They're simply delicious...
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Nichole Dandrea-Russert
Dec 17, 20183 min read
10-Minute Prep Vegan Chili
This vegan chili will WOW your guests and may even convert non-vegans into vegans. I made this for our holiday party and our guests loved...
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Nichole Dandrea-Russert
Dec 3, 20183 min read
Getting Enough B12 If You're Vegan
There are many factors as to why people choose to follow a plant-based diet including ethical, environmental, and health reasons....
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