Did you know that USA Rice is among the three most widely produced and consumed grains in the world? If you ask me, it also happens to be in the top three most delicious category too! That’s exactly why I did not think twice about collaborating once again with the

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If you read the introductory post for my latest Heart Healthy Cookbook, you will know that in writing that book I identified four key nutrition pillars that determine good heart health. It might surprise you to hear, however, that dark chocolate has so many useful benefits that it actually contributes

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Today is World Vitamin D Day and I’m thrilled you’ve decided to join me in celebration. Once thought of simply in terms of enhancing calcium absorption, today vitamin D is held in high regard as a potentially pivotal nutrient in the prevention and management of a variety of conditions. I’m

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Enter the hemp seed. This increasingly popular product originates from the same plant that CBD does and like CBD contains no physiologically meaningful amount of the psychoactive compound THC. It’s very likely you’ve seen or at least heard of hemp seeds before as there availability and widespread use and promotion

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I’m so thrilled to once again be partnering with the California Strawberry Commission on a fun new educational campaign. My long-time followers will know that I’ve written a number of strawberry-themed articles in the past, and I never turn down an opportunity to shine the spotlight on one of my

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I’ve been very fortunate to be an ongoing contributor to the California Prune Board’s educational initiatives over the last several years. There are many wonderful choices that exist in our food system, and it’s always fun to take a closer look at the unique benefits that certain selections bring to

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Today’s article won’t be a long one, but in the spirit of my upcoming Low Sodium Cookbook I have been extra keen for eye catching headlines as it relates to sodium intake and general health. Speaking of my latest book, it’s actually now on sale on Kindle for those of

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Allow me to start by saying that if you’ve purchased every single one of my books to date, and we aren’t related, please send me an e-mail because you deserve some form of recognition, prize or medal. Fresh off the June 30th release of my Acid Reflux Cookbook, I’m back

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Got rice? Most of the globe certainly does. Rice sits among the top 3 mostly widely produced and consumed grains rice in the world alongside familiar favourites wheat and corn. It’s certainly one of the top 3 most widely consumed grains in my household as well. Known not only for

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