Category Archives: Nutrition & Food

“The Downside of Restrictive Diets for Athletes – Part 1 of 2” by Guest Contributor, Erin Green, Chief Wellness Dynamo at Erin Green Racing & Nutrition LLC

“Most athletes I’ve encountered tend toward a ‘more is better’ approach in their training.  In the case of nutrition, however, this usually manifests in ‘less is better’, as in: restriction & weight loss is the path to better performance.  I’ve seen athletes cut out entire food groups (like fruits & starches) or dramatically shift their

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Fresh Homemade Pasta!

There is NOTHING like fresh pasta.  The texture of I-just-channeled-my-Italian-grandmother-to-make-these-noodles is so different – chewy, soft, supple.  And while it does take a bit of work (and some specialty equipment – a food processor & a manual pasta machine), when you bite into your handmade pasta, you won’t want anything else!  Take the time –

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Homemade Bone Broth

Regardless of your “foodie” status, you’ve probably heard about bone broth.  It’s the current darling of the paleo community because of its high protein content.  And because of that…you’d think it was just invented.  Oh contraire!  Bone broth has been around for literally ever…arguably since caveman days!  It is basically stock…with a bit more cooking

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Braised Chicken Thighs with Lemon & Green Olives

Skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs are one of the most economical protein sources out there.  Unfortunately though, folks often shy away from them because of the skin & bones!  But…once you’ve worked with them & experienced the deliciousness that the skin & bones add to dishes…you’ll look for ways to use them!  Here’s a fabulous recipe

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