Alcohol can stimulate appetite and cravings more than people expect. Here is what happens in your body when you drink and how to stay mindful with food and alcohol this holiday season.

Holiday eating can come with guilt, pressure, and a whole lot of food noise. Here is how to stay grounded, enjoy what you love, and keep a balanced mindset without getting pulled into diet culture.

Holiday meals can be memorable for the right reasons. Here are simple ways to avoid food poisoning during Thanksgiving weekend and the rest of the season.

A real world look at healthier Thanksgiving habits that are grounded in mindfulness, satisfaction, and practical choices, without guilt, punishment, or restriction.

November is National Diabetes Month. Here is what to know about diabetes, why screening matters, and practical steps anyone can use to support healthy blood sugar.

Sorting through all the Thanksgiving turkey myths? This post clears up the confusion around hormones, antibiotics, tryptophan, and more—just in time for the holiday.

Sweet potatoes and pomegranates deserve more than a holiday appearance on your table. Here’s what makes these foods nutritional powerhouses, how to enjoy them, and a few ways to bring them to your table.

SNAP benefits are more than just “food stamps.” Understanding the social determinants of health helps explain why access, affordability, and compassion matter more than judgment.

Many chicken labels sound good but don’t mean much. Here’s what “no hormones,” “free-range,” and “natural” really mean, and how to spot the ones that actually matter.

Raw milk is being promoted as healthier by some influencers and even high-level officials. Here’s what raw milk really is, how it compares to pasteurized milk, the legal and safety issues, and why I say skip it.

The supplement industry is like the wild west. Learn what DSHEA really means, why skepticism is essential, and how to spot misinformation in social media health claims.

Eggs have been both praised and criticized over the years. Here’s what we know about their nutrition, cholesterol, and those tricky carton labels.

Fat is back in the spotlight. From influencers to the HHS Secretary, seed oils are being declared “toxic” and beef tallow is being promoted as the answer. But what does science say? We’ll break down seed oils vs beef tallow, compare fat profiles of popular oils/fats, and explain why changing the oil alone won’t move the needle in your health.

We often hear “eat less processed foods” — but what does that actually mean? The NOVA classification provides a clearer way to look at food processing. In this post, I go over each category with examples, point out where things can be misleading, and offer simple steps to shift toward less-processed eating without guilt.

You’ve seen “GMO” or “BE” on food labels, but what does it really mean? Here’s the truth about which foods are actually genetically modified—and why it’s a much shorter list than you might think.

In the final installment of this National Seafood Month series, the focus shifts to seafood and sustainability. Here’s what you should know about making eco-friendly and nutritious seafood choices.

Is seafood safe? In Part 2 of my National Seafood Month series, I’m tackling three big myths: mercury, fresh versus frozen fish, and farmed versus wild caught seafood.

Not all “non-GMO” claims mean what you think. Here’s how to spot marketing hype and understand which foods are actually genetically modified.

Seafood isn’t just fish. In this first part of my National Seafood Month series, I break down the main categories of seafood and what you should know about them.

Oatmeal is versatile, nutritious, and easy to prepare. From heart health to creative mix-ins and savory recipes, here’s how to enjoy oats all day.