Lauren Fischer

Which Rice is Right

Which Rice is Right for You?

Rice may be the second-most consumed grain in the world, but it has many first-place attributes. Rice comes in many different colors and lengths with each variety providing unique flavors, textures and nutrients. Each tiny rice grain is packed with… read more

Cauliflower: Your Smoothie’s Secret Ingredient

Cauliflower rice, cauliflower mash, cauliflower pizza crust, cauliflower mac and cheese — there is cauliflower everything now! Cauliflower has risen to Kardashian-level fame over the last few years, and for good reason. According to the National Cancer Institute (NCI), cruciferous… read more

Flavored Waters

Flavored Waters: Fabulous or Fallacy?

Hydration is one of the foundations of good health. You can survive about eight weeks without food, but only about a week (in comfortable conditions) without water. Mild dehydration can cause fatigue, anxiety, headaches and hunger, while long-term dehydration can… read more

Healthy on a Dime

If you had a money tree, your grocery cart would be piled high with organic everything. But like your parents always said, money does not grow on trees. High-quality food is important, but so is paying your bills. Balancing your… read more