On today’s show, I’m taking you behind the scenes to one of my hands-on cooking classes. I realize that most of you don’t live in my home state of Massachusetts, so this is going to be a virtual cooking class. Sound fun? I’ve been on Nantucket this summer, and over at the Nantucket Culinary Center, I’ve been giving cooking classes throughout the summer to locals and island visitors. These classes are always an adventure, and of course, everyone who joins one of my classes gets to cook up all sor...
Aug 08, 2019•38 min
On this week's Liz's Healthy Table podcast, I'm celebrating the best and brightest that summer produce has to offer, and I hope you'll join me by tuning in and sharing your summer produce stories in the comments section at the end of this post. I want to know what’s growing in your garden, what’s for sale at your local farmers’ market, and which summer fruit or vegetable you can’t stop eating. For me ... it's cabbage ! I’ve been grilling it all summer and my family has happily joined the obsessi...
Jul 25, 2019•45 min•Ep. 57
Grains have gotten a bad rap in light of recent low carb and keto diets, but what’s the real deal? Are grains to be avoided completely, or is there a place for them in a balanced diet? Today’s show will clear up the confusion about grains and set the record straight. My guest is Christine Cochran, Executive Director of the Grain Foods Foundation. I met Christine at a conference back in January, and I’m thrilled to get to the bottom of the grain dilemma with her in today’s show. Christine lives i...
Jul 06, 2019•33 min•Ep. 56
Dr. Julia Nordgren is a pediatrician who is also a trained professional chef. With her stethoscope and whisk, she's on a mission to teach her patients (and now you) about eating a healthy and delicious diet. Julia is the author of The New Family Table , a cookbook filled with no-fuss, no-muss recipes that make healthy eating flavorful, affordable, and accessible to everyone. Show Highlights: Julia’s unique roles as a pediatrician and chef, because she wanted to acquire cooking skills to help sol...
Jun 12, 2019•53 min
Today’s show is all about eating a vegan diet, and my guest is cookbook author, blogger, and dietitian-to-be, Gena Hamshaw . Gena is a vegan lifestyle guru. She's the voice behind The Full Helping and the author of several cookbooks including, Power Plates: 100 Nutritionally Balanced, One-Dish Vegan Meals . She joins me with tips for getting started on eating a vegan diet, important rules of the road when it comes to getting the right balance of nutrients on a vegan diet, the scoop on all those ...
May 29, 2019•44 min
What if I told you there was a cookbook out there guaranteed to solve your biggest dinnertime dilemmas: lack of time, finicky eaters, and the lure of heavily-processed convenience foods. Would you jump for joy? I bet you would, which is why I invited chef and registered dietitian, Michelle Dudash, RDN, onto the show this week. Michelle joins me this week to dish about her new book, Clean Eating for Busy Families: Simple and Satisfying Real-Food Recipes You and Your Kids Will Love. Michelle takes...
May 09, 2019•42 min
Today’s show features a new cookbook designed to empower teens, college students, and young adults how to cook. It's written by one of my favorite dietitian cookbook authors, Katie Morford, MS, RDN . Katie’s new book is called, PREP: The Essential College Cookbook , and the tips, recipes, and kitchen wisdom in the book provide the foundation for a lifetime of kitchen confidence. I hope you’re hungry because Katie joins me to answer your questions and to talk about some of my favorite recipes fro...
Apr 24, 2019•40 min
Do you ever walk through the grocery store scratching your head and wondering what to put in your shopping cart? Do you pass by foods like coconut oil, soy, dark chocolate, coffee and other caffeinated beverages, and kombucha … and just keep walking? Are foods like coconut oil, soy, and coffee good for you and your family or bad? Or could they be both? Do these foods confuse you? To set the record straight on foods that confuse is Mary Purdy, MS, RDN, an Integrative Registered Dietitian with Ari...
Apr 11, 2019•43 min
Back in February, I sent a survey out to the LHT community. Over 200 of you responded, and wow! Did you have questions! You wanted to know about the best ways to plan healthy meals and tips for getting your kids, even your independent teens, to eat more fruits and veggies. You wanted dinner ideas that could do double duty, pleasing the vegetarians and meat eaters at your table, and a lot of you were eager for advice on cutting sugar from your family’s diet. You asked ... and I’ve got the answers...
Apr 10, 2019•46 min
Today’s show is the second in a two-part series on probiotic supplements. Last week in Probiotic Supplements (Part 1) , we explored probiotics: What are they? How do you choose the strain that’s right for you? And how do you know if you’re really getting what you paid for? Read on for what you'll learn in Part 2 of this series! In Part 2 of our Probiotic Supplements series, Anthony Thomas, PhD, from Jarrow Formulas , is back to answer YOUR questions, including: How do I store my probiotic supple...
Mar 13, 2019•29 min•Ep. 49
We’re talking about a hot topic today: probiotic supplements. On the show, my guest, Anthony Thomas, Ph.D., shares the true definition of a probiotic, discusses why taking the right probiotic supplement may be good for your health, and explains what to look for on supplement labels to make sure you're getting what you paid for. Antony Thomas, Ph.D. is the Director of Scientific Affairs at Jarrow Formulas. I met him back in January at a conference where he gave an eye-opening lecture on probiotic...
Feb 28, 2019•37 min•Ep. 48
Southern cuisine is having a moment! Whether you were raised in the south or you're simply curious about the food, recipes, and farming culture from this diverse U.S. region, I hope you'll tune in to hear my interview with Georgia-born chef and cookbook author, Virginia Willis . Virginia is the author of the gorgeous new cookbook, Secrets of the Southern Table , and she's here with tips for stocking a southern pantry, nutritious recipes your family will love -- including a sweet potato and pecan...
Feb 14, 2019•45 min•Ep. 47
He's a chef, a dad, a cookbook author, and he's married to a pastry chef; so how did Chef Matt Jennings go from working 17 hour days in one of Boston's hottest restaurants to losing 200 pounds and keeping it off? Tune in to the podcast and find out! On today's show, my interview with Matt explores his incredible journey from fat to fit, his stunning breakout cookbook, Homegrown: Cooking From My New England Roots , Matt's favorite ways to add flavor to nourishing meals, how to create a killer che...
Jan 30, 2019•49 min•Ep. 46
What are the hottest diet and food trends for 2019? From the keto diet and non-dairy milk alternatives to dinners cooked campfire style in foil packets, today's guest puts this year's food trends into perspective. Joining me is Dr. Joan Salge Blake, long-time friend, colleague, author of Nutrition & You , and Clinical Associate Professor at Boston University. Here are the top trends you'll hear about on the show: the keto diet, the push to lower added sugar in everyday food products, non-dai...
Jan 16, 2019•42 min•Ep. 45
She's a foodie who's always hungry, and for well over a decade, Lisa Lillien has been sharing her love of healthy food through her Hungry Girl platform. Lisa makes smart eating easier with a daily email filled with recipes, diet hacks, and nutritious food finds; cookbooks (she has published 12 so far!); magazines ; and a weekly podcast. On this week's show, Lisa takes us behind the scenes to Hungry Land where we dish about her most recent cookbook, Clean & Hungry Obsessed , the most popular ...
Jan 02, 2019•30 min•Ep. 44
Are your small kitchen appliances and gadgets collecting dust? Wondering what to make in your new Air Fryer or Instant Pot? Are you thirsty for new ways to use your high-powered blender for nutrient-rich smoothies? If you answered, yes, yes, and yes, this is the show for you. My guest is dietitian, cookbook author, mom, and kitchen gadget guru extraordinaire, Dana Angelo White, MS, RD. Dana joins me to dish about kitchen gadget benefits, challenges and potential pitfalls, and new ways to use you...
Dec 12, 2018•46 min•Ep. 43
They come in a wild variety of shapes, sizes, and colors, and winter squash are everywhere this time of year. In addition to their vibrant beauty, winter squash are versatile and nutritious. The stars of today’s show are some of my favorite winter squash varieties--butternut, acorn, delicata, kabocha, Honeynut, spaghetti--and together with my two guests, we'll be sharing interesting ways to prepare winter squash that even your pickiest eaters will love. It's time for some winter squash wisdom! M...
Nov 28, 2018•31 min•Ep. 42
What are the healthiest foods for kids to eat? From kohlrabi and watermelon to lentils and chickpeas, today's guest rounds up the 101 healthiest foods every kid everywhere should put on their plates and into their tummies. Registered dietitian, Sally Kuzemchak is a mom of two, founder of Real Mom Nutrition , and author of the awesome new book, The 101 Healthiest Foods for Kids . Sally joins me with highlights from her book including advice for feeding finicky eaters, tips for getting kids to try...
Nov 15, 2018•39 min•Ep. 41
On this week's show, food educator and author, Carolyn Federman introduces budding cooks to the concept of seasonal, organic, and local food with easy and delicious recipes that they can easily tackle on their own. Want to learn how to handle and use a real knife? Curious how to choose fresh and nourishing ingredients at the supermarket? Eager to treat mom and dad to pancakes this weekend? This show empowers parents to teach their kids how to cook and offers easy ways to bring home ec back to sc...
Oct 31, 2018•40 min•Ep. 40
Do you know the difference between hunger and food insecurity? Wondering what you can do in your community to lend a helping hand to people in need? My guest this week is #FoodDignity advocate and dietitian, Clancy Harrison, RDN. She's on a mission to remove the stigma associated with food stamps, WIC, and other food assistance programs (she sees these programs as a hand "up" versus a hand "out") and improve the quality of the food provided. Show Highlights: Clancy Harrison, MS, RDN shares her m...
Oct 18, 2018•42 min•Ep. 39
What’s your biggest dinner dilemma? No plan? Bored with the same thing night after night? At a loss for fresh new ideas? Picky kids? Picky husbands?! To the rescue this week to solve your biggest dinnertime dilemmas is mom, dietitian, and friend, Jessica Levinson, MS, RDN. Jessica is the author of the 52 Week Meal Planner: The Complete Guide to Planning Menus, Groceries, Recipes, and More . Jessica is passionate about creating nutritious and delicious meals that your family will love, and her me...
Oct 03, 2018•45 min•Ep. 38
TUNE IN: Today’s Liz's Healthy Table is all about tips and tricks for eating healthy when you’re on a budget. My guest is Lisa Leake, author of the new book, 100 Days of Real Food on a Budget. Lisa is a mom, founder of 100 Days of Real Food, and she’s here with practical advice for cutting processed foods out of your diet and cooking up tasty recipes without breaking the bank. You'll hear Lisa’s story about her family’s diet makeover ... and her real world secrets for eating well when budgets ar...
Sep 19, 2018•39 min•Ep. 37
On this week's show, we're celebrating National Family Meals Month with tips for gathering your family around the table more often and simple ways to get more seafood onto your weekly meal plan. Eating seafood at least two times a week is the recommendation from the U.S. Dietary Guidelines for Americans, and on this episode, I've got tips for making that recommendation an easy reality. I also have a brand new recipe for Parmesan Salmon Sticks with Zesty Avocado Dipping Sauce that's sure to get y...
Sep 05, 2018•38 min•Ep. 36
If recipes like Creamy Avocado Sauce Chicken Tacos, Apricot Maple Pork Tenderloin Tacos with Pickled Pineapple, and Mexican Grilled Corn Tacos sound good to you, today’s show if for you. My guest is chef and registered dietitian, Sara Haas, RDN, and she joins me with tips and recipes for making fast, healthy, and delicious tacos for you and your family. We've got a taco for everyone. And if you're like me and LOVE S'mores, wait till you hear about Sara's S'mores Tacos. What you’ll hear in this e...
Aug 22, 2018•40 min•Ep. 35
Cooking with kids can be messy, zany, and best of all, very rewarding. Teaching kids how to cook and getting them comfy in the kitchen (especially with fruit and vegetable preparation) can set them up for a lifetime of healthy eating habits. August is Kids Eat Right Month, so it’s only fitting that on today's show, I tackle the topic of Kids in the Kitchen. Join the fun today as we cook our way through recipes for Chicken & Fresh Corn Salad and Roasted Cauliflower Steaks with Pistachio Pesto...
Aug 08, 2018•41 min•Ep. 34
Today’s episode is all about aging gracefully. While it’s impossible to turn back the hands of time, through a healthy diet and regular exercise it is possible to slow things down a bit. Today’s conversation with Chris Rosenbloom, PhD, RDN offers tips for getting one stop closer to the fountain of youth with insights into which super foods to add to your diet and easy ways to add more fitness to your day. Dr. Chris Rosenbloom is owner of Chris Rosenbloom Food & Nutrition Services , where she...
Jul 25, 2018•42 min•Ep. 33
Do you know someone who suffers from IBS (irritable bowel syndrome)? It’s a condition that’s more common than you might think, and there is a new cookbook designed for people who suffer from this illness. Join us to take a deep and delicious dive into the diet and the cookbook that can make life more bearable for IBS sufferers. Kate Scarlata is a registered dietitian and cookbook author who lives in Boston. She is a NY Times bestselling author and has over 25 years’ experience working in digesti...
Jul 11, 2018•46 min•Ep. 32
What’s your favorite go-to supper? Pork chops? Pulled pork? Pork Kebabs. Pork is one of the most popular animal protein on the planet, and with new breeding methods, pork is leaner than ever. It's versatile, affordable, and you'll find it in pretty much every world cuisine. My guest this week is dietitian and fifth generation farmer, Charlotte Rommereim, RDN, and she joins me for all things pork, including how to shop for the leanest cuts, how to cook it just right, and healthy recipes your fami...
Jun 27, 2018•35 min•Ep. 31
What's the secret to being both healthy and happy? One of the country's top dietitians, Joy Bauer, weighs in with her nourishing and joyful approach (pun intended) to living your best life. Joy is best known for her work as health and nutrition expert for the TODAY show and her new hit NBC show, Health + Happiness. Joy is the founder of Nourish Snacks, and she's the author of 12 New York Times best-selling books. She's a mom of three and loves to cook for her family. Today, Joy is going to share...
Jun 13, 2018•42 min•Ep. 30
Asparagus is in season. Hooray. To celebrate the versatility, nutritional benefits, and flavor of this ancient vegetable, I invited Jim Wilson and Chef Raymond Ost to join me on the show. Jim is the head farmer and co-owner of Wilson Farm in Lexington, MA and Raymond Ost is their executive chef. They know a lot about asparagus, so tune in for growing tips, cooking tips, recipes, and a whole lot more! Find out how asparagus is grown and harvested and how to choose the freshest stalks. Discover pr...
May 30, 2018•46 min•Ep. 29
