Rachel is a Registered Dietitian and food and nutrition enthusiast from southeast Michigan. She has her Bachelor's in Dietetics from Central Michigan University and completed her dietetic internship at Michigan State University. Rachel aspires to get a Master's of Public Health in the near future. Her passions include cooking, baking, and even grocery shopping. She supports local food, slow food, and good food! Rachel's spare time is devoted to attending local concerts and festivals, reading and playing tennis.
I’ve been in a salad mood lately and have been trying to get creative with my produce combinations. Strawberries are not new to salads, but you should still definitely check this recipe out! A friend of mine came over the other day and said she had recently eaten a strawberry salad at a chain restaurant. …
A couple of days ago we received a question from a reader about green asparagus: Does this vegetable have cancer fighting principles? Let’s find out…
Tired of your usual lasagna recipe? Try this pasta bake that has both Italian and Mexican flavors
Adequate water is important for daily life functions. Just how much water do we need, and what is it doing inside our bodies?
With peppers, along with many other vegetables, in season now it can be a daunting task to use everything in your garden before it starts to go bad. Try these 7 ways to use your bell peppers so you don’t waste your yield this year!
ranch dressing bookWhat is in commercial ranch dressing anyway? And if you try to make it at home, can it be healthy?
The end of the summer is rounding out, well it is in Michigan anyway. Our gardening season will be over in a couple months and to help finish us out is the fantastic eggplant.
Well if it isn’t another non-calorie sweetener. What is so special about monk fruit and are there any products that contain it yet?
Looking for a super low calorie dessert? Arctic Zero products may suit your fancy; only 150 calories per pint! But does the flavor hold up?
For a refreshing, thirst quenching beverage, try this shaken strawberry lemonade recipe.
Sweet, tart, and juicy. Red raspberries are in season now. Add this fruit to your snacks and meals for an added fiber and vitamin C boost.
Craving a crunchy and salty or sweet? Try these popcorn recipes for a quick whole grain snack.
Try this simple blueberry jam recipe for a delicious homemade treat.
