Motivation, as you may have guessed, is a topic that is near and dear to my heart. Lack of motivation is something that we’ve all struggled with at some point in time and it can be extremely frustrating to watch days go by and feel as though your goal is slipping away. So today’s video is [...]
I used to tell clients that non-starchy vegetables were an all-you-can-eat food, without giving them any specific goal. I figured this would speak for itself and everyone would automatically fill-up on the good stuff, just like I did. But this wasn’t the case. It would work at first, but in time I would notice that vegetables [...]
I hadn’t had an iced coffee in years. Not long ago, I stole a sip from a friend of mine and couldn’t get over how cloyingly sweet it was. Way sweeter than I remembered it being back when I used to drink them as a teen. But I guess that isn’t surprising, given the amount [...]
I get really jazzed about what spring has to offer: tulips, fava beans, asparagus and ballet flats (finally). But with spring also comes the wave of food and diet trends, and this season, it’s all about the juice cleanses. I’ve gotten tons of questions about juice cleanses from friends and clients wanting to know my thoughts [...]
Have you heard? Today, May 6th, is International No Diet Day (INDD) and boy are we going to celebrate! Besides harming physical health, dieting takes a toll on emotional health, self-esteem and more often than not, it makes a dent in the finances too. So having a No Diet Day, is definitely worth celebrating. What International [...]
I’m a self-professed lover of kale. But the truth is, kale has only become a staple in my diet in the past few years. Long before kale, was chard. And I’m happy to say that we’re still going strong. Today’s recipe is as simple as it gets. And if you’re a fan of the kale [...]
How did you spend your Earth Day? I attended a seminar on plant-based eating which unintentionally coincided with the Earth Day walk here in the city. This entire week really got me thinking about what I was doing to contribute, or whether I was contributing at all. I’ve definitely made a conscious effort in the past few [...]
Baked sweet potato fries are a superfood staple. In today’s video, I talk about the sweet potato and prepare one of my go-to weeknight recipes. 3 ingredients, easy to put together and always a crowd pleaser. What’s not to love? Happy watching and healthy eating! Rosemary Sweet [...]
Green smoothies certainly aren’t new on the nutrition scene. In my mind they’ve been around forever, but they still represent unknown territory for many… A few weeks ago, I held a booth the at the lovely bridal boudoir affair, a fabulous bridal show here in Montreal, where I gave wellness tips to brides-to-be. I decided [...]
Folks find nutrition to be confusing. First, there’s the fact that nutrition is a relatively young science and an evolving area of research which, granted, can lead to changing dietary recommendations.Then, there are the studies reported in mainstream media that, although they make for great headlines, are often loosely related to the original science. The [...]
As a registered dietitian brought up in an Italian household, my love for fresh, wholesome food was shaped long before my professional career. This blog: serving you tips, news and fresh, Italian-inspired recipes. The goal: to motivate you to eat well, love food and find your motive for better nutrition.
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