Food & Nutrition

Food for Thought

Mary Scourboutakos

You know the old saying “you are what you eat?” It’s not just a saying, it’s literally true. Consider your brain. It is primarily made from fat. Where did that fat come from? Your...

The Goods on Plant-based Protein

Chana Davis, PhD

Protein is having a moment. We are eating more of it now than ever, and expecting a lot in return. Bigger muscles, less fat, better skin, and more. Is more protein truly better? To figure...

These tropical fruit leathers taste like a ray of sunshine. Made of strawberries, mangoes, and bananas, this is the perfect snack to lift your spirits on or off the trail. Store-bought fruit leathers – while...

Toasted Edamame with Cherry Tomatoes

Mark Bittman

This recipe doesn’t care if you’re in a lawn chair on the porch enjoying a solo supper in the breeze, celebrating a family milestone, or going on a picnic with new friends. It’s easy....

Vegan Banana Bread Breakfast Cookies

Heidi Richter

Imagine the taste of banana bread combined with the texture of a muffin top, formed into the shape of a perfect chocolate chip cookie! These vegan banana bread breakfast cookies are made with spelt...

Maple Glazed Nut-free Trail Mix

Chrissy Carroll

This is a great base recipe for trail mix. Without peanuts or tree nuts, it’s also free of priority food allergens and a perfect snack for kids and adults alike.Prep time of 5 minutes,...

Refreshing Juice Recipes to Give You a Boost

Brendan Brazier

Summer is here and with an abundance of fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs we can reap the phytonutrients that are easily absorbed by blending. These juices are delicious, nutritious and energizing! Ginger Nitrous The beet is...

Peanut Butter Quinoa Cookies

Julia Murray

When that cookie craving sets in these peanut butter quinoa cookies are perfect for packing in your adventure bag or lunch bag. Crisp on the outside and chewy on the inside, you’ll enjoy these...

Easy, ‘Cheesy’ Protein-Packed Rosé Pasta

Arianne Jones

It’s simple to make, gives you that comforting, hearty pasta dish feel, but it’s also packed with nutrients, vegetables, and protein. Lentil pasta is high in plant-powered protein making this a perfect recovery meal. Serves...

Wild Mushroom Forbidden Rice Risotto

Danielle Arsenault

A good sauce is a critical piece in the satisfaction of our food-in-mouth experience. With Basil Beetroot Hummus, Alfredo Sauce and Passion fruit Hot Sauce your carbohydrate-rich Risotto will be transformed into a thing...