“How do you reconcile all the conflicting info, “studies,” and media headlines that come out practically every day, with changing information about what actually is healthy?” It can be overwhelming to keep up with the latest, often contradictory dietary advice coming from all these published Read more…
Recently I was asked, “What do you consider a healthy diet?” A “healthy diet” will look slightly different for each person, but as a general rule: A healthy diet is one that provides adequate nutrients (proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, minerals, phytonutrients, and fluids) needed not Read more…
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction impacts over 10 million Americans, causing pain, popping, or clicking in the joint; face and neck pain; headaches; difficulty chewing; irregularly worn down teeth; and constricted mouth opening. What causes TMJ? TMJ can be caused by several factors, or a combination Read more…
Fulfilling the Jewish obligation to “welcome a stranger in a strange land,” I recently had the privilege and honor of leading a volunteer group that welcomed a refugee family of 8 from Afghanistan. With 6 children under age 13 in tow, the family traveled for Read more…
What better way to celebrate the end of fall than by eating in season? This beautiful salad features flavors from produce readily available this time of year in a rainbow of colors. It’s as important to eat with our eyes as it is to taste Read more…
Hanukkah, or the Festival of Lights, is a minor Jewish holiday. Due to its close proximity on the calendar to Christmas, it gets a lot more attention than may be warranted. Regardless, it’s fun. Hanukkah is filled with miracles. One is around oil: There was Read more…
This traditional French dessert gets a Rosh Hashanah spin in this elegant and delicious finale. Apples and honey are classic Rosh Hashanah fare: The apple symbolizes the relationship between Jews and God. Meanwhile, the honey is a symbol of sweetness for the upcoming year. They go Read more…
It’s been a rough month. I was particularly grateful for the halt from the every day grind that Rosh Hashanah provided. Rosh Hashanah, or the Jewish New Year, is a time for celebration. But it is also a time to dig deep spiritually and clear your Read more…
Chicken is one of my family’s favorite foods and they would eat it plain all day long. But I get sick of the same old. This is when I go to the pantry and hastily try to pull a few ingredients and mix them together Read more…
Radishes are one of the quintessential spring veggies. They love the cold, they’re crunchy and crisp, have a bit of a bite coming off the chill of winter, and they are aaaaa-mazing with butter and salt on some bread (no, that’s not a spring characteristic, Read more…