Do you believe beef is bad for your health? Do you question whether or not you should be a vegetarian? What about it’s association with obesity? Well these are pretty complex questions which I couldn’t possibly answer in one blog post, however, I will give you some research-based information on how beef can be incorporated into …

This is the third installment in the Ask the RD series that appears the last Friday of every month.  They include questions asked by YOU the readers and answered by me with research-based responses.  If you’d like to ask a question, just leave a comment below or email me at: chocolateslopes (at) gmail (dot) com and your …

This Freekeh Spinach Salad is full of protein, fiber and tasty flavors and makes a great side dish or main meal. I love that ancient grains (mainly whole grains) are making a comeback.   I know, it feels like the next bandwagon to jump on. But I am THRILLED when the latest trends reflect healthy eating. …

These Italian Farro Zucchini Boats are a fantastic mix of whole grains, cheese and veggies. The combo makes a delicious appetizer for any party! Want to impress your friends, family or coworkers at your next party?   Well, you can easily impress anyone with these “boats.” I had extra zucchini leftover from making these zucchini …

As a registered dietitian, I am often asked ‘so do you eat healthy all the time?’ or ‘do you ever eat sweets?’ Obviously these are asked by people who don’t know me because I definitely don’t eat healthy all the time (I’m human!) and I love my sweets.  So when I read My 5 Worst Eating …

Last week I was invited to attend the Michigan Pasture to Plate Tour hosted by Michigan Agriculture Council, Michigan Beef Industry Commission, Michigan Soybean Promotion Committee and United Soybean Board.  A diverse group including registered dietitians, bloggers, farmers and chefs gathered together for an exclusive look into the complete process of pasture to plate.   …