Marissa Vicario

Recent Blog Posts

Move Over Hummus: Tuscan White Bean Dip

Everyone loves hummus. It is creamy and flavorful, satisfying and healthy. As delicious on pita as it is on fresh veggies. But as tasty and healthy as it is, this savory treat is made from chickpeas which are difficult to digest and therefore, as I recently read, hummus does not support weight loss. Hmmmph. What's a hummus-lover to do, you ask? Never fear. There is certainly a way to re-create … [Read more...]

Brighter and Tighter Skin? Sign. Me. Up!

If you had told me - even two years ago - that a body brush would become a regular part of my beauty routine, I would have bet every skincare potion and product I've ever owned that you were wrong. At first glance, dry brushing seems like a strange practice, but after trying it out a few times and getting the hang of it, I was hooked. What is this strange beauty regimen? Aside from being one of … [Read more...]

Lovely Little Lentil Salad

I've been vowing to eat more lentils lately but cooking them always seems to be a chore for me. Then, my friend and fellow Health Coach tipped me off to Melissa's steamed lentils which I had seen before, but hadn't considered using in my cooking. It turns out, they were the perfect solution to my problem. Clearly, soup is no match for hot summer weather so I used the ingredients I had from my … [Read more...]

Keep It Simple for Summer

Roasted summer veggies My rule of thumb for my kitchen is to keep it simple. Food tastes best when the natural flavors of the ingredients enhance and complement each other, not when it is overcooked and smothered in heavy sauces. Likewise, nutritious and delicious food shouldn’t take a lot of time to prepare. While the bounty of my CSA (community supported agriculture) excites me every week, I … [Read more...]

Guest Post: Five Things That Can Sabotage Your Workout

Hi, I’m Jess Underhill the writer behind Fit Chick in the City. I am a fitness expert with over 12 years of experience in the industry.  I have a MS in Exercise Science and Health Promotion as well as a BS in Business Administration The goal of FCITC is to connect everyone from the “gym rat” to the “couch potato” with the best workouts and fitness products available, while providing a healthy … [Read more...]

Food Combining: The Way to Stellar Digestion

Photo courtesy of www.detoxifynow.com My boyfriend says I always have my nose in a different book, and he's right. I simply cannot soak up enough knowledge when it comes to health and wellness. I recently forayed into the world of detoxing from Candida when I picked up Natalia' Rose's book, Detox 4 Women. There are plenty of interesting tidbits in the book, but the one I latched onto was food … [Read more...]

Summer Treat: No-Bake Chocolate Banana Freezer Pie

My parents came to visit this weekend and I wanted to make a healthy summer treat to serve while they were here. No sooner did this thought occur to me, than my inspiration appeared. While standing in line at Whole Foods, I spotted this month's issue of Clean Living Magazine. How could I miss this cover? Like a shiny pair of Louboutins, I knew I had to have it.I would whip this baby up in no … [Read more...]

Reap the Benefits of Radishes

Next time you’re at the supermarket, don’t be so quick to pass up the radish. These bulbous root vegetables with an earthy, peppery taste are commonly used as a garnish then pushed aside when in fact they are surprisingly healthy. To read more about the health benefits of radishes and check out my recipe for Sweet & Spicy Radish Salad, read my article on Gal Time.com. … [Read more...]

Big on Bok Choy

If you’ve ever had Chinese food, chances are you’ve eaten bok choy. Unfortunately, it may have been wilted from overcooking and slathered in a greasy sauce. To read more about the health benefits of bok choy and check out a recipe for a delicious summer salad with this  leafy green veggie, check out my article on Gal Time here . … [Read more...]