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    Gretchen Spetz, MS, RDN, LD

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    Snack Attack!
    Gretchen Spetz, MS, RDN, LD
    • Mar 12, 2019
    • 2 min

    Snack Attack!

    Let’s talk about snacks. I mean grab-n-go, straight out of a package snacks - nothing homemade here! It takes a little research, but there are good options out there when you needs something portable, crunchy, and easy. Big thanks to Costco for stocking these finds! Rx Bars: their label says it all - 4 ingredients, no BS. The chocolate peanut butter is my personal favorite. This bar makes a great midday or post-workout snack. Nutritionally, these bars are a great blend of ca
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    4 Weeks of Functional Foods Digest #4
    Gretchen Spetz, MS, RDN, LD
    • Nov 20, 2018
    • 1 min

    4 Weeks of Functional Foods Digest #4

    This is the last week of 4 Weeks of Functional Foods! Thanks for staying tuned to the power of functional foods and how your body uses all these fabulous nutrients. In honor of Thanksgiving, I want to leave you with a "leftovers" recipe featuring my friend, bok choy, and some food from the holiday that is waiting to be eaten. Treat yourself to this colorful and semi-indulgent steam bowl that comes together in a snap! Post-Thanksgiving Steam Bowl serves 1 Ingredients: 1.5 cups
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    Anti-Inflammatory Comfort Food: Chicken Parm with Creamy Pesto Pasta
    Gretchen Spetz, MS, RDN, LD
    • Mar 1, 2018
    • 2 min

    Anti-Inflammatory Comfort Food: Chicken Parm with Creamy Pesto Pasta

    Simple, dairy-free, gluten-free, and packed with veggies! Last Saturday night was pasta night at the ranch. We typically do a version of spaghetti and meatballs on Saturday or Sunday night, and everyone LOVES it! We splurge and get fresh pasta for Mom and Dad. The girls love Banza chickpea pasta, and chickpea pasta has been known to make an appearance when we have guests for pasta night. Right now, I am following an Elimination Diet. That’s right, friends - no gluten, dairy,
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    Breakfast of Champions
    Gretchen Spetz, MS, RDN, LD
    • Jan 16, 2018
    • 2 min

    Breakfast of Champions

    Breakfast - it’s one important meal! Starting the day off with foods high in protein and antioxidants and low in added sugar and other inflammatory foods allows your body to run more efficiently. Here are a couple ideas to keep you (and anyone else who eats your breakfast!) fueled for a busy morning with little prep and lots of taste. Chances are, you are probably responsible for feeding breakfast to people other than yourself. The thing I hate most about feeding multiple pe
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    Veggin' Out
    Gretchen
    • Dec 29, 2017
    • 3 min

    Veggin' Out

    It’s three days after Christmas and all through the house All the creatures are asking…what’s for dinner?? We are still chowing down on leftover roast over here, but the holiday side dishes are pretty much depleted. After hosting Christmas Eve and Christmas Day (with a lot of help from family since baby and toddler were underfoot), I am not in the mood for anything extravagant! However, we all have to eat, and we need a balanced meal with clean good protein, complex and easy
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    The information and services provided by Gretchen Spetz MS, RDN, LD are in no way to be used as a substitute for medical care. The information provided by this website and services is for educational purposes only. Individuals should seek the permission and supervision of a physician before starting any weight loss plan, diet or exercise program. All medical information should be used in consultation with your physician and other healthcare providers. Gretchen Spetz MS, RDN, LD  is not responsible for the contents or products of any or all links made from and to this site by a third party site. The Functional Kitchen LLC disclaims any liability arising directly or indirectly from the use of this web site and/or services.

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