by Lauren Slayton | Sep 28, 2011 | Uncategorized
At sundown today, Rosh Hashanah begins; Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year (do not click away if you aren’t Jewish, if you celebrate any holidays or attend any group food events, read on). Many Rosh Hashanah foods are sweet as they signify the hope for a sweet...
by Lauren Slayton | Sep 26, 2011 | Uncategorized
So, I ran a marathon on Saturday. Compared to Chicago last year, there’s been very little mentioned here about this race and that was a conscious decision. I figured I would check in after the race, tell you all about my fun day and move on to other topics. We chose...
by Lauren Slayton | Sep 23, 2011 | Uncategorized
I’ll admit, muesli and I don’t know each other. I am a huge fan of overnight oats where you combine rolled oats, milk (I use almond milk) and plain yogurt overnight and simply heat in the morning. Abbie, our newest nutrition nerd, suggested muesli and I pretended I...
by Lauren Slayton | Sep 23, 2011 | Uncategorized
I’ll admit, muesli and I don’t know each other. I am a huge fan of overnight oats where you combine rolled oats, milk (I use almond milk) and plain yogurt overnight and simply heat in the morning. Abbie, our newest nutrition nerd, suggested muesli and I pretended I...
by Lauren Slayton | Sep 21, 2011 | Uncategorized
Over the summer, Carolyn and I were comparing notes on cleanses and detox programs. As long as it’s safe, I’m someone who loves to test out a food, regime or workout. Carolyn, and I can see why, felt there was something gimmicky about cleanses and wasn’t sold....