Sweet, salty, and spicy, this pineapple salsa is a great way to dress up any plain jane dish. If you prefer more heat in your salsa, you can add one chopped jalapeño.

It might sound like a lofty, philosophic ideal, but I think Ahimsa is particularly pertinent right now, with our hurting economy, obesity and diabetes rates at an all time high, and a general sense of fear that I sense when I walk down the street. If we take a minute to practice Ahimsa, I can’t help but think the world would be a better more positive place.

Whenever my friend Bernadette and I spend time together, we always latch on to some obscure topic that usually ends up in a friendly dispute. This time, the topic turned to wine – read more about appreciating wine and if drinking wine is as good for your heart as they say.

Everyone is talking about the downside to “Fad Diets” in the media and why they can be so hard to follow. I’m so happy to see a real “anti-diet” spirit growing and a shift to living life through healthy eating and moderation. But let’s take a closer look at fad diets to really understand why they are so problematic.

Want to learn the right way to cook an egg? Frustrated by fennel? “How to Boil an Egg” is a tasty mix of food know-how and how-to written by personal chef and food writer Danielle Turner. Danielle shares her knowledge as a chef and cooking instructor to teach basic cooking techniques along with tips on entertaining with ease and simple and delicious recipes.

Mystery surrounds the famous Saint Valentine who restored sight and hearing to the daughter of his jailer while imprisoned. His great act of spiritual love is commemorated with a modern celebration of romantic love, on Valentine’s Day next week.

Nut butters are great for making baked goods and sauces. I love the sweet mellow taste of cashews, but if cashew butter is not in your budget, replace it with peanut butter instead.
 

Smoothies can be a no-mess way to get in vital nutrients that you may be lacking in your everyday diet, like vitamin C and calcium. They are superfast to whip up and the creamy texture can help fight cravings for sweets and frozen treats.

In more good news for coffee lovers, a new study suggests that middle-aged adults who regularly drink a cup of java may have a lower risk of developing dementia later in life.

I’ve always believed that beautiful skin comes from two places, first heredity and second diet. So what if you’re prone to acne or dry skin? Can diet really make a difference? What about vitamin supplements? Is it possible to “overdose” on vitamins?

The holiday season is a wonderful opportunity to connect with friends and family, and to celebrate and share the big and small events of the year. If you love entertaining, but wonder how to pull it off smoothly, download my latest digital booklet on Healthy Holiday Entertaining with how-to tips and recipes for five holiday cookies...