by Alyson Chugerman | Sep 6, 2018 | All, Recipes
I normally associate chai as a comforting, hot drink, perfect for colder months. But I’ve been experimenting with recipes for my upcoming Smoothie Tasting Soirée and I have managed to transform my warm cup of tea into a creamy, flavorful smoothie that’s great...
by Alyson Chugerman | Jun 28, 2018 | All, Nutrition, Weight Loss
Tired of plain ol’ water? During the heat of the summer we need to hydrate more than ever. And I understand that many people don’t like water but I do know that drinking water has incredible benefits. Here are my top 14 reasons: 1. Increases Brain Power and Provides...
by Alyson Chugerman | Jun 14, 2018 | All
So, on my personal Facebook page recently, I asked a question… “What is your most favorite kitchen gadget?” I got all kinds of answers from garlic presses, to Vitamix to wine openers! But the one that came up most often was an Instant Pot. So, if you don’t know what...
by Alyson Chugerman | Jun 7, 2018 | All, Recipes
I’m not a big fan of store-bought, already prepared salads because I think creating your own can be creative and delicious. It’s all about really crafting something gorgeous, and guess what? It takes no time at all. Here are a few basics: 1. Pick a great base Pick...
by Alyson Chugerman | May 31, 2018 | All, Nutrition
To some of you, alfalfa may bring thoughts of a type of hay or a character from the Little Rascals, but I’d like to introduce you to the real powerhouse among herbs. Alfalfa means “Father of All Foods” and deserves its name! Alfalfa is a member of the pea family. It...
by Alyson Chugerman | May 14, 2018 | All, Health Concerns, Nutrition
In last week’s post I talked about what happens in the body when we eat refined carbohydrates such as a bagel and how it affects your blood sugar balance. You can check out last week’s post here. This week, I’d like to look at the top 10 foods that actually regulate...
