Author: Lily

Struggling with Hashimoto’s weight loss? You’re not alone and you’ve probably heard a lot of conflicting advice. Let’s clear the confusion by busting the three biggest myths that keep you stuck, so you can finally lose weight, balance your thyroid, and feel like yourself again. If you have Hashimoto’s and you’re struggling to lose weight, manage symptoms and reduce your medication, you’ve come to the right place. As a Registered Dietitian, I specialize in helping hundreds of women with Hashimoto’s to consistently lose weight without unsustainable low-calorie diets. You CAN reverse your thyroid imbalance, lose that stubborn weight and reduce…

Vegan Gingerbread Cookies are the ultimate Christmas cookies! Decorate them with sweet homemade vegan icing for the best holiday treat you can make together in just a few hours. VEGAN GINGERBREAD COOKIE RECIPE I love making Christmas cookies, and there’s no more classic cookie than gingerbread cookies! Decorate angels, ornaments, stars, and gingerbread people with these perfectly chewy cookies and homemade vegan royal icing. It’s always a toss-up between these and my lemon cranberry cookies for best holiday dessert. And did I mention they’re gluten-free, too? No one will guess these cookies are vegan and gluten-free with the adorable frosted…

This creamy mint yogurt sauce is the perfect cool and refreshing counterpoint to grilled or roasted red meats, seafood, and vegetables. Photo Credits: Ali Redmond Just like my tzatziki or my tahini sauce, some of the best Mediterranean sauces are the simplest.This cooling sauce, a quick mix of creamy Greek yogurt and fresh chopped mint with a little garlic, is a back-pocket recipe I can whip up at a moment’s notice that adds so much to a Mediterranean meal. The cooling essence of the mint blooms in the similarly refreshing tanginess of the yogurt; I find it’s an easy way…

December is usually an overwhelming month, lots of festivities and occasions occur in this month. The December holiday season is almost upon us, and as expected everywhere we turn there is another table full of food, and social gatherings ranging from office holiday parties to family get-togethers. It is very easy for you to lose sight of your healthy lifestyle during the holidays. If care is not taken, you could overeat, overdrink and avoid physical activity. The December holidays aren’t an excuse for you to forgo your healthy lifestyle choices, it is a time in which you must remain especially…

Columbus, our newest spot for a unique sushi experience is here: Hokkaido Revolving Sushi Bar! The slick new sushi restaurant opened recently in the Bethel Center, that bustling hub of international restaurants that includes Fiery Sky Asian Kitchen, Meshikou, New India, and many others. Hokkaido joins the one other sushi conveyor belt shop in Columbus, the Polaris location of the chain Kura Revolving Sushi Bar. Our one other experience with sushi bars like these is Kura, and while Hokkaido offers fun details like robots delivering dishes to your table, it’s not as flashy or over-the-top as Kura can be, with…

Have you thought about how many diets, detoxes, and plans you’ve tried in your lifetime? When we have new students join the Mindful Nutrition Method, on average, they’ve tried at least three diets, plans, or trends prior to coming to see us for sustainable solutions. The takeaway point here is that they must not work, right? Otherwise, they wouldn’t be coming to us afterward.  And guess what, our students aren’t alone!  This is becoming increasingly more common with so many new trends, quick-fix plans, and diets coming out weekly. This overflow in the health and wellness space is resulting in…

Be the first to rate & review! 1 Photo This sausage, egg, and biscuit breakfast Bundt casserole, a savory all-in-one breakfast in the festive ring shape of a Bundt pan, is a great answer to a chilly morning. Open to variations, it can also be sliced and frozen for an on-the-go breakfast. Updated on December 4, 2025

Intermittent fasting (IF) is increasingly being recognized as one of the best intermittent fasting for weight loss strategies, not just another diet fad, but a metabolic reset that can lead to sustainable results over time. In this article, we will explain how IF triggers metabolic changes, why that supports long-term weight management, and how a structured, clinic-guided approach can make it both safe and effective. What Is Intermittent Fasting? Intermittent fasting (IF) refers to eating patterns that cycle between periods of eating and periods of fasting. Rather than focusing on what you eat, IF focuses on when you eat.  Common…

We’ve known for years that regular exercise supports better brain health. But a major new study helps clarify when physical activity may offer the strongest protection. A study published in JAMA Network Open followed adults from the long-running Framingham Heart Study and found two life stages where movement made the biggest difference. Adults with the highest levels of physical activity in midlife (ages 45–64) had a 41% lower risk of developing dementia compared with those who were least active. Those who were most active in late life (ages 65–88) saw a similar 45% reduction. Early-adult activity was still beneficial for overall health, but it didn’t show the same clear connection…

A nourishing breakfast that’s ready when you are. We’ve all heard the saying that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. While as a dietitian I can tell you that’s not strictly true—what really matters is eating regularly and nourishing your body across the day—a balanced breakfast can still make a big difference, especially for kids with early morning sports or a busy school schedule ahead. This Overnight Berry Weetbix is a simple, make-ahead option that delivers a solid nutritional start without the need for a sit-down meal. With fibre from wholegrain cereal, chia seeds and fruit, it…