Michael Willis

Is Cereal or Oatmeal Better for Breakfast?

Beyond nutritional content or composition, the structure of food has a remarkable impact. Food structure, not only nutrient composition, may be “critical for optimal health.” As you can see in the graph below and at 0:12 in my video Flashback Friday: Which Is a Better Breakfast: Cereal or Oatmeal?, corn flakes and rice products causeContinue reading “Is Cereal or Oatmeal Better for Breakfast?”

Chicken Burger

This moist and juicy ground chicken burgers are perfect on a bun with all the fixins, in a lettuce wrap for a carb-free meal, or in a bowl with grains and veggies for meal prep! Best Chicken Burger Recipe If you’re in the mood for a burger but trying to eat less red meat, youContinue reading “Chicken Burger”

Coleslaw Recipe

This easy coleslaw recipe is the perfect side to pair with anything you’re grilling this summer! Serve it as a side dish with a pulled pork sandwich, burgers, hot dogs, and more. Coleslaw Recipe True story – I am not a coleslaw fan. I never eat coleslaw from a deli or supermarket. For me theContinue reading “Coleslaw Recipe”

A Test for Orthorexia Nervosa?

How do you score on the orthorexia “diagnostic” test? “Orthorexia nervosa is defined as an unhealthy obsession with eating healthy food.” Want to know if you’re orthorexic? “The ORTO-15 is the most widely accepted assessment tool used to screen for orthorexic tendencies….” A score of 40 or lower was considered the best threshold for anContinue reading “A Test for Orthorexia Nervosa?”

20 Must-Haves Kitchen Tools for Healthy Eating

When it comes to healthy cooking, the first step is to find delicious recipes that will make you excited to spend time in the kitchen without depriving you of any flavor. I also find that the best kitchen tools for healthy eating make the cooking process more enjoyable and efficient. That’s why I’m bringing youContinue reading “20 Must-Haves Kitchen Tools for Healthy Eating”

Grilled Chicken Sandwich

My favorite Grilled Chicken Sandwich, made with tender, pickle-brined grilled chicken breast with a zesty slaw and spicy mayo – so good!! Grilled Chicken Sandwich Grilled chicken breast can be boring, but if you marinate it and add other flavors and textures, you’ll have a recipe for success. This combination of pickle-brined chicken breast, zesty slaw,Continue reading “Grilled Chicken Sandwich”

Grilled Pineapple

This quick and easy Grilled Pineapple with honey, lime juice, and cinnamon is the perfect dessert for summer dinners or backyard parties! Grilled Pineapple Pineapple is delicious, but if you want something quick and simple for dessert this summer, try grilling it. This healthy Grilled Pineapple is made with just 5 ingredients! An excellent treat and alsoContinue reading “Grilled Pineapple”

Free 7 Day Healthy Meal Plan (June 26-July 2)

A free 7-day, flexible weight loss meal plan including breakfast, lunch and dinner ideas and a shopping list. All recipes include macros and Weight Watchers points. 7 Day Healthy Meal Plan (June 26-July 2) So summer has officially started and I for one couldn’t be happier! Sunny days, warm breezy evenings and everything zucchini! If you are a fan like me, try my EasyContinue reading “Free 7 Day Healthy Meal Plan (June 26-July 2)”

Slow Cooker Pulled Pork

This easy Slow Cooker Pulled Pork is made from scratch with my homemade BBQ sauce – it smells incredible and comes out tender and delicious. Slow Cooker Pulled Pork BBQ pulled pork is one of those dishes you can serve all year round. It’s perfect for feeding a crowd at potlucks or large gatherings andContinue reading “Slow Cooker Pulled Pork”

The Symptoms of Orthorexia Nervosa

Orthorexia nervosa is “an unrecognized psychological eating disorder in which the person becomes obsessed with eating pure, healthy and right kinds of foods to improve health.” Whereas individuals with recognized eating disorders like anorexia are concerned with the quantity of food, orthorexics care about the quality of their food. “Many researchers have raised questions aboutContinue reading “The Symptoms of Orthorexia Nervosa”