The goal of my articles is to take unhealthy or highly processed foods, and use as few ingredients as possible to recreate it into an improved version.  This recipe is the pinnacle of that mission statement.  I’m taking one of the most unhealthy items you can buy in a mega-mart and transforming it into a powerhouse […]

The humble sandwich. It was my go to lunch for many years. Needless to say, my lunch was also incredibly boring at times.  When I began my current lifestyle, mass produced sliced bread was just not going to work with my diet and fitness goals.  Even the so-called healthy wheat breads were full of oils, […]

I’m turning 50 in a few days. Wait just a minute while I go have a breakdown in a corner…and I’m back. Now that I’m reaching the half century mark, the changes I implemented in my early forties become even more important. Avoiding processed foods is a must, and consistent strength, cardio, and agility training all play […]

If I said I made a spicy sausage casserole with a dairy based sauce, most of you would assume that would work as a regular appearance in a healthy eating lifestyle.  Let’s review what that would typically look like:  white rice, margarine, questionable machine separated fatty meats with lab created fillers, cheese and heavy cream from […]

I’ve covered many a fruit and veggie in this series, but I’ve neglected the humble artichoke heart. Wait…where’s everyone going? Come back!  What did I say? Well, for those of you still here who have evolved past your five year old’s taste buds, I have great news. Artichoke hearts can be delicious and they are […]

For any faithful readers of this column, last week I was responsible for placing an earworm in your head all day in the form of Adam Sandler’s immortal song Lunch Lady Land. Folks, I have bad news. Another earworm will be required this week, courtesy of one Mr. John Francis Bongiovi, or for any philistines […]

If you have a basic level of intelligence, you probably know that fried fish Po’ Boy sandwiches aren’t considered a healthy item.  I’m not talking about having the smarts to decipher complex math equations or ponder the mysterious workings of the universe.  I’m talking about being able to tie your shoes without reciting the “rabbit runs around […]