The Truth About Protein
The science is very clear: protein (specifically collagen) is one of the most important nutrients for metabolic function and we need it to build every cell in our bodies. As a matter of fact, we understand even more how important protein is–especially for women who want to build lean muscle, maintain or lose weight and […]
Back to Basics: 3 Kitchen Appliance Must-Haves
This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through my link, I will receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. With packing up to move to our new home this week, it has me thinking again about the kitchen basics. What kitchen essentials does any college kid, newly married couple, or just […]
Spring Herb Salmon with
Roasted Cabbage and Dijon Reduction
A delicious flavorful recipe that’s not only easy, but sure to impress! Full of seasonal taste explosions, and salmon chalk full of good fats! Subscribe to Dinner Answers today for more delicious Paleo recipes!
Back to Basics: Teaching Basic Table Manners to Children
You know how I feel about making dinner an event in your home. I’m a firm believer in getting everyone around the table together for dinner to reconnect with each other, discuss the day’s events, and to nourish our bodies with good home-cooked food. A few weeks ago I talked about the importance of learning […]
Frugal Meals: Dinner on a Dime
Are you looking to stretch those grocery dollars? Let me show you how to spice up and season that lowly beans and rice dish so you can enjoy several different ethnic (styled) dishes. And FYI, these are representations of this type of cooking, not the actual authentic versions, so don’t be hatin’! First off, cook […]
10 Signs Your Digestion Needs Love
Burp much? Or maybe you just feel like you had a brick for dinner? These are signs that your digestion is in need of a little attention! Digestion is a massively important function–it has to be addressed or you won’t get the nutrition you need from the food you’re eating. Not only that, but the […]
The Power of Thought
A page from my journal… I had a moment today that caused me to stop everything I was doing and come upstairs to write. I’m in the midst of packing for a move (ugh) and well, you know how that goes and how much there is to do (always). Anyway, I’m listening to a speaker […]
Myths of Keto
Since we started Hot Melt last year, we’ve had a few questions (understandably) that I want to address, especially because this is the information that runs rampant in the health space that needs to be squelched once and for all. The first is that it’s unhealthy–and to that, I say solidly that NO it is […]
The Case for Butter
I get a lot of emails from people who are, understandably, nutritionally confused. How do you decipher the claims of some of these things? The biggest question I get is regarding the butter/margarine debate. Check this out: Dear Leanne, I’m confused. You say I should use butter instead of margarine because margarine isn’t real food. […]