Vietnamese cuisine (con’t)

Vietnamese cuisine (con’t)

After I shared a Vietnamese Hot Pot recipe in a previous post, several of you commented that you were inspired by the Vietnamese way of eating…lots of broth, rice or rice noodles, a variety of protein, and lots of fresh veggies, especially greens.

Vietnam – An opportunity of a lifetime

Vietnam – An opportunity of a lifetime

In March of this year, I returned from a trip of a lifetime…two weeks exploring Vietnam. From the Sa Pa Valley in the north to Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon) in the south, the people were welcoming, the landscapes breathtaking, and the tables brimming with delicacies.

Savoring food for your health

Savoring food for your health

Hi, my name is Julie, and I’m a fast eater. There, I said it. I used to think my fast eating resulted from the short break schedule during my teaching days. I had 20 minutes to get students out of the classroom for their lunch break, stop in the bathroom, get to the...
Post-workout refueling options

Post-workout refueling options

It’s not a secret that I like whole foods. I like to cook, create, and nourish myself with fresh ingredients that include a variety of health-boosting herbs and spices. When I’m not out enjoying the sunshine, a favorite weekend activity is cooking a pot or two...
Link Between Oral and Heart Health

Link Between Oral and Heart Health

I’ve always been fascinated by the numbers the dental hygienist calls out while examining my teeth and gums just before a cleaning…1, 2, 1, 1, 3, 2, 2, 3, 1, etc. At the end of the counting, she usually says, “Things look good,” and moves on to the next...