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The Best Sturdy and Non-Toxic Cookware for Beginner Cooks
Starting to cook at home can feel overwhelming, especially when choosing the right cookware. For beginners, the right tools make a big difference. You want pots and pans that last, are safe to use, and help you cook without hassle. This guide covers the best sturdy and non-toxic cookware options for anyone new to stove top cooking. A close-up of a sturdy cast iron skillet heating on a stove Why Choosing the Right Cookware Matters Cookware affects how your food cooks, how easy

Kati Sarbu, MS, RDN, CDE
Dec 183 min read


Essential Guide to Choosing the Best Cutting Boards for Your Kitchen
Choosing the right cutting board can make a big difference in your cooking experience. For beginner cooks, the variety of options can feel overwhelming. This guide will help you understand the key features of cutting boards, so you can pick the best one for your kitchen needs. Cutting boards stored in a kitchen. Why the Right Cutting Board Matters A cutting board is more than just a surface to chop on. It protects your knives, keeps your kitchen clean, and helps prevent cross

Kati Sarbu, MS, RDN, CDE
Dec 133 min read


Kitchen Tool Talk: Chef's Knife
The Tool Every Home Chef Needs A good quality chef's knife is one of the most important tools in any kitchen, whether you are a beginner or an experienced home cook. This versatile knife can handle a wide range of tasks, making food preparation faster, safer, and more enjoyable. Understanding what a chef's knife is used for and how to use it properly can transform your cooking experience and help you create delicious meals with confidence. A sharp chef's knife on a cutting bo

Kati Sarbu, MS, RDN, CDE
Dec 113 min read


Simple Steps to Start Cooking from Scratch without the Overwhelm
Want to start cooking from scratch but feel overwhelmed? This guide breaks it down into simple, doable steps for beginners. Learn easy tips, real-food ideas, and time-saving tools to make healthy meals manageable and enjoyable.

Kati Sarbu, MS, RDN, CDE
Dec 104 min read


Improve Your Mood with Food - Gut<>Brain Connection
Gut health is something we are hearing more and more of these days, and for good reason! But just in case you haven’t heard about this...

Kati Sarbu, MS, RDN, CDE
Apr 19, 20206 min read


Spring Clean Your Cooking Routine During COVID-19
Anyone else have typically think of spring cleaning when March rolls in? Well, this March rolled in with much more cleaning than many of...

Kati Sarbu, MS, RDN, CDE
Apr 7, 20203 min read


Enjoy Life - Lemon Garlic Chickpea Salad with Lentil Chips
Wow, how times have changed in just a few short weeks. You know this already though... You are the front line out there working your...

Kati Sarbu, MS, RDN, CDE
Mar 19, 20203 min read


Is My Poop Normal?
Yes, I'm serious! I always laugh that as a dietitian, we talk a lot about poop... Yes, we really do... A LOT. But one thing I love about...

Kati Sarbu, MS, RDN, CDE
Mar 12, 20204 min read


Five Energy Boosting Snacks That You Can Keep in Your Pocket During a Busy Shift.
Hey nurses, let me ask you a question... How often do you actually get to sit and enjoy a nourishing meal at work? Chances are, you don't...

Kati Sarbu, MS, RDN, CDE
Mar 6, 20205 min read


Understanding Food Cravings
Why You Have Cravings & What They Mean Cravings are something we all deal with… trust me, even I get them! But it can actually be really...

Kati Sarbu, MS, RDN, CDE
Feb 28, 20206 min read


Keep it Simple Review: The Green Chef
I am excited to share this very first Keep it Simple Review! These days, there are SO many services and delivery companies for meal prep,...

Kati Sarbu, MS, RDN, CDE
Feb 21, 20204 min read


How to Bounce Back When You’ve Gone Off Track
You may have started the year off with lofty goals and dreams for the new year ahead. No matter how enthusiastic we are on January 1st,...

Kati Sarbu, MS, RDN, CDE
Feb 13, 20203 min read


7 Simple & Affordable Ways to Improve Your Own Health Every Single Day
Adding new healthy habits can feel daunting... Especially when you have a full schedule between long shifts and a family at home. Not to...

Kati Sarbu, MS, RDN, CDE
Feb 7, 20204 min read


Maple Cinnamon Purity Coffee Gummies
Ok... this is no secret, but I am addicted to coffee. As a busy working healthcare professional, mom, and entrepreneur myself, I can’t...

Kati Sarbu, MS, RDN, CDE
Dec 6, 20197 min read


How to Read the Nutrition Facts Tables
How often are you reading the nutrition facts table? How comfortable are you with reading and understanding what is on there? I find this...

Kati Sarbu, MS, RDN, CDE
Jun 7, 20197 min read


Common Weight Loss Myths Busted
Weight loss advice is EVERYWHERE these days. Although, a big challenge is that there are very strong competing opinions and some even...

Kati Sarbu, MS, RDN, CDE
May 10, 20194 min read


How to Improve Gut Health
Hippocrates said, “All disease begins in the gut.” While this may not be 100% true for every disease in every person, more and more...

Kati Sarbu, MS, RDN, CDE
Apr 14, 20195 min read


Breakfast Outside of the Box
Are you a breakfast person? I find this answer can vary for each person. Usually, you either are and you can’t imagine not having...

Kati Sarbu, MS, RDN, CDE
Apr 5, 20194 min read


Why is My Metabolism Slow?
You may feel tired, cold or that you've gained weight. Maybe your digestion seems a bit more “sluggish”. You may be convinced that your...

Kati Sarbu, MS, RDN, CDE
Mar 15, 20194 min read


Cholesterol... What is it really? And what to eat instead.
For a long-time, we have heard a lot about cholesterol. Chances are, if you have been worried about cholesterol you might have been told...

Kati Sarbu, MS, RDN, CDE
Mar 1, 20195 min read
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