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- Category: Articles (96)
- Omega-3s Superstars by: Katherine
December 11, 2010, 21:21
Original Content: The Washington Post I first became interested in the power of omega-3 fatty acids when psychiatrists I work with began prescribing…
- # 1 THE SUNDAE SOLUTION by: Katherine
December 19, 2010, 14:31
NOW it's official: You can eat a chocolate sundae every day and still lose weight... One of my clients, Jennie, almost always snacks in the afternoon.…
- 5 So-Called Health Foods You Should Avoid by: Katherine
March 2, 2012, 17:05
Featured on CNN's Health Minute Published in "The Washington Post" February 28, broadcast on WOR Radio New York City... Eating healthy can be harder than…
- 7 So Called "Bad" Foods That Are Actually Good For You by: Katherine
May 23, 2012, 21:01
Are you shying away from bad foods that are actually good for you? With all the hoopla about healthful eating, it's hard to separate fact from fiction. As a…
- A Chocolate A Day? by: Katherine
December 2, 2010, 05:02
By Katherine Tallmadge, M.A., R.D. Is it true that a chocolate a day will keep the doctor away? That’s what many chocolate companies would like you to…
- A Chocolate A Day? Health Benefits of Chocolate De-Mystified by: Katherine
February 11, 2012, 13:33
Is it true that a chocolate a day will keep the doctor away? That’s what many chocolate companies would like you to believe in their Valentine’s Day…
- ABC Primetime News Special: Celebrity Weight Loss by: Katherine
January 1, 2011, 20:03
Katherine explains on ABC's Primetime News Special, "Celebrity Weight Loss: What Really Happens" Why... For Your 2011 New Year's Resolution, do yourself…
- Accept No Substitutes: Dangerous Supplements? by: Katherine
December 10, 2010, 19:36
Original Content, The Washington Post Taking multivitamins, Vitamin B-6, Folic Acid, Magnesium, Zinc, Copper, and particularly Iron, may increase death…
- After Atkins by: Katherine
December 10, 2010, 19:37
Original Content, The Washington Post A new client shared a familiar story with me: This man, who has struggled with his weight for years, went on the…
- Are You A Disorganized Eater? by: Katherine
December 7, 2010, 05:15
by Katherine Tallmadge, M.A., R.D. If you have time for everything but regular meals, it's time to establish some new habits. Do you: feel as if you…
- Asparagus Already? Katherine's Favorite Asparagus Recipes by: Katherine
April 1, 2012, 16:31
If any food says SPRING loudly and clearly, it's ASPARAGUS! Asparagus season is earlier than usual because of the record-setting warm winter weather, and I,…
- Autumn Reflections by: Katherine
October 22, 2012, 15:35
"This poem reminds me of how Autumn is a threshold—in the midst of the abundant autumn landscape of color and light, there is also a sense that the grey…
- Battling the BLIZZARD BLOAT BLUES by: Katherine
January 27, 2011, 00:46
These days you may have noticed a subtle expanding of your friends' waistlines as well as your own. Well, take consolation in knowing you are not the only…
- Benefits of the Mediterranean Diet by: Katherine
December 7, 2010, 04:24
The Mediterranean Diet is widely known as one of the healthiest diets on the planet. It’s a complex diet containing many foods which contribute to its…
- Berry Bonanza by: Katherine
April 29, 2012, 01:37
Spring is wonderful for many reasons, not the least of which is the return of fresh ripe berries. Every week, I hustle to my farmers markets to see…
- Big Breakfasts Can Rev Up Your Metabolism by: Katherine
December 6, 2010, 16:52
by Katherine Tallmadge The Washington Post Breakfasts should contain 25 percent -- or better yet, one third -- of the day’s calories. Many nutritionist…
- Blizzard Bloat by: Katherine
December 7, 2010, 04:27
Watch out for Winter Weight Gain Have you noticed your weight creeping up this winter? Are you experiencing more cravings than usual, especially for…
- Bridget Jones is Not Fat by: Katherine
December 6, 2010, 21:33
Bridget Jones looks just fine to me. I'm more than glad to let pop psychologists and movie critics hold forth on Bridget Jones' complicated relationship…
- Butternut Squash by: Katherine
December 6, 2010, 21:55
By Katherine Tallmadge, M.A., R.D. The coming of fall is symbolized, for each of us, by different events and moments: the first turning of leaves,…
- Calcium & Weight Loss by: Katherine
December 2, 2010, 05:20
Revised from original Content, The Washington Post, Wednesday, June 30, 2004; Page F01 Is it possible that one of my favorite food groups-milk and milk…
- Cold- and Flu-Fighting Foods by: Katherine
January 22, 2011, 03:27
What you eat profoundly affects your ability to fight disease. With all the nasty bugs going around this cold and flu season, it’s especially…
- Congress Flunks on Healthy Living by: Katherine
December 7, 2010, 04:39
By: Katherine Tallmadge If I had a dollar for every time I’ve heard someone in Congress quote the Hippocratic oath during this year’s debate on health…
- Coping With Food Pushers by: Katherine
December 10, 2010, 19:11
Original Content: Washington Post One of my clients, who came to me to lose about 30 pounds, has a real problem. He loves to eat, and he loves to please…
- Coping with Halloween Sweets... And Beyond by: Katherine
October 23, 2012, 23:33
The holidays – starting with Halloween - can trip up even the most conscientious dieter. This happened to a client who had lost and kept off 20 pounds…
- Crossing the Threshold Into the New Year by: Katherine
December 6, 2010, 21:37
What are your hopes, dreams and desires for 2012? The new year is an important time to consider the year that has past and to begin moving intentionally into…
- Cruise Control: Lose Weight on a Cruise Without Trying by: Katherine
July 30, 2012, 11:23
Two of my clients recently reported shock at losing weight on their Mediterranean cruise vacations. Lorraine, a 53-year-old public health specialist in…
- Deep Purple by: Katherine
December 7, 2010, 04:56
Original Content, The Washington Post, Wednesday, October 6, 2004; Page F01 Reader Question: Lately Larry King has been touting Welch's Concord…
- Defying the Holiday "Hang Over" by: Katherine
December 7, 2010, 05:16
Katherine Tallmadge, nutrition and weight loss expert, and author of DIET SIMPLE, shows how to overcome "holiday overindulgence" Here's some rocket…
- Diet Simple for Dogs? by: Katherine
December 18, 2010, 01:13
I found “Diet Simple” through a friend. I could have used the “Diet Simple” principles so long ago! I never had a weight issue until college. I…
- Discover Puglia, Italy: The Source of the Mediterranean Diet by: Katherine
May 18, 2013, 20:59
Discover Puglia, Italy with me, and together, experience a rare, personalized, insider tour with local native, Silvestro Conte. Puglia, the source of the…
- Do You Need Gluten-Free? by: Katherine
February 16, 2012, 20:45
Photo: USA Rice Federation A jug of wine, NO loaf of bread, and thou? It's all the rage right now; in fact, you may be thinking of going on a gluten-free…
- Dying for Sweets? by: Katherine
October 21, 2011, 15:19
Dying for Sweets The Science Behind Cravings and What to do About Them The holidays – starting with Halloween - can trip up even the most conscientious…
- Earth Day: Because it is Right by: Katherine
April 22, 2012, 19:59
At times I feel overwhelmed by the obesity epidemic; the issues seem insurmountable. In that way, I have a lot in common with people trying to "fix" the…
- Eat Less, Live Longer? by: Katherine
December 10, 2010, 19:56
Original Content, The Washington Post Lose weight! Feel great! Live longer! Every diet guru makes the same claims. But can so many different plans…
- Eating to Save the Planet by: Katherine
May 14, 2012, 02:46
Katherine explaining "Farmers Markets: Good For You, Good For The Environment" Watch on CNN For those of you who want to make a contribution toward saving…
- Every Day, in Many Ways by: Katherine
December 10, 2010, 19:50
Original Content: The Washington Post What are some ways we can eat berries every day? "A no-brainer," says Janie Hibler, author of "The Berry Bible"…
- Experts Read the Tea Leaves: 7 Tips for Tea Drinkers by: Katherine
October 31, 2012, 21:25
"Experts Read the Tea Leaves" is published in the November 1 Washington Post. A tea timeout is my favorite way to de-stress a day. It feels so civilized to…
- Fit and Frugal by: Katherine
December 7, 2010, 05:08
Original Content: The Washington Post There is, I believe, one widespread myth in the world of food and nutrition that urgently needs to be debunked.…
- Five (Very) Simple Healthy, Environment- and Cost-Saving Diet Tips by: Katherine
December 7, 2010, 05:05
See Katherine’s interview on Fox TV Here are five simple tips for making you and your family healthier, happier, and more energetic, saving on food…
- Five “Healthy Eating” Foods for 2010 by: Katherine
December 7, 2010, 05:02
See Katherine’s CNN interview Go Green You thought green tea was healthy! (and it is - it reduces cancer and heart disease risks and boosts the…
- Five-Year-Old Figure Skating Champion: My Niece, Madeleine by: Katherine
October 12, 2012, 19:32
My niece, Madeleine, is a phenomenon - brains, beauty, and brawn. Just watch her figure skating at age 5 in 2004/5... The costumes were designed and…
- For Successful Weight Loss, It's the Little Things That Count by: Katherine
December 7, 2010, 05:28
New Book Shows How Small Changes Add Up to Big Weight Loss over Time Did you know that if you add salad to your lunch and dinner you could lose 36 pounds a…
- FREE: Diet Simple Farm-to-Table Spring Cookbook by: Katherine
May 20, 2013, 15:45
Celebrate Your Transformation to a Healthier Lifestyle I'm enthusiastically and gratefully giving you my most cherished spring recipes from my new upcoming…
- Grains of Truth by: Katherine
December 10, 2010, 19:39
Original Content, The Washington Post In the world of nutrition there seems to be no shortage of complexity and confusion. But I've found that simple and…
- Harvard Study Finds Certain Foods - NOT Calories - Have a Strong Impact on Weight Gains and Losses by: Katherine
June 29, 2011, 18:54
Individual foods are more important than calories when it comes to long term weight gains or losses, according to the study. Specifically, potatoes are…
- Harvard Study: Fruit Reduces Diabetes Risk by: Katherine
March 19, 2012, 16:37
Swedish Strawberries (Photo: Swedish Embassy) People are always asking me if fruit is too high in sugar to eat, especially if you have diabetes. This…
- Have Your Fill by: Katherine
December 10, 2010, 19:35
Original Content, The Washington Post It's not rocket science: Eat fewer calories than you burn and you'll lose weight. But somehow it seems almost…
- Healing Nutrition by: Katherine
May 6, 2012, 01:43
It's scary thinking of my mother going through surgery. I'm especially concerned that she maintain her active life here in Westlake Village, California.…
- Here's How You Can Get There by: Katherine
December 11, 2010, 21:10
Original Content: Washington Post I believe that low-carbohydrate diets should be approached cautiously. But if you're determined to follow a low-carb…
- Holiday and Party Strategies by: Katherine
December 6, 2010, 21:56
First, if you don't care about gaining those usual 5 holiday pounds, do not read any further! I believe this is a legitimate option ... Enjoy your holiday with…
- Immune-System Boosting Nutrition by: Katherine
December 7, 2010, 04:59
Check out CNN’s article and video featuring Katherine’s immune-boosting tips: What you eat profoundly affects your ability to fight disease. With all…
- In the Night Kitchen by: Katherine
December 10, 2010, 19:16
Original Content: Washington Post Does this sound familiar? You get home from work, stressed and ravenous. You head straight for the kitchen, grab a bowl of…
- Just Say No by: Katherine
December 10, 2010, 19:08
Original Content: Washington Post My client Julie used to fight every holiday with her family. She would unwittingly start the argument at the dinner table…
- Katherine discusses a healthy vegetarian diet with Chef Emeril Lagasse on Discovery Channel’s “Emeril Green.” by: Katherine
December 7, 2010, 04:41
Vegetarianism is a lifestyle which many studies find promotes good health. However, it must be practiced with knowledge in…
- Katherine on "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart" by: Katherine
March 17, 2012, 14:39
"It Does A Body Bad?" Watch on Comedy Central... Weapon of Mass Destruction? Genocide? Racist? Pus cells? Deadly Poison? Investigating Weapons of Mass…
- Katherine Tallmadge explains to CNN why breakfast controls weight by: Katherine
December 14, 2010, 18:54
"Diet Simple" contains 192 strategies for healthy weight loss. What's one of the most effective, enjoyable, and simple changes you can make in your eating?…
- Learn Ancient Rules of Balanced Living for Today's Stressful Lives: A Symposium November 16/17 by: Katherine
November 7, 2012, 18:12
Every day I notice that conflict, confusion, and isolation are familiar feelings for so many of us. We are over-scheduled, multi-tasking automatons running…
- Like Mother, Like Daughter by: Katherine
December 7, 2010, 05:36
How Parents Influence Their Childrens’ Eating Habits... Like it or Not! During occasional moments of frustration, mothers the world over sometimes…
- Liquid Calories by: Katherine
March 27, 2012, 02:48
Juicing is all the rage these days, with juice cleanses, celebrity juicers, and Starbucks opening its first Juice Bar. On National Public Radio's Kojo…
- Maximizing Brain Health: Do's and Don'ts by: Katherine
February 8, 2012, 17:58
My clients regularly ask me: Do certain foods affect my brain and cognition? My answer: an emphatic Yes! What you eat profoundly affects the brain, memory,…
- Michel Richard: Citronelle’s Master Chef by: Katherine
December 6, 2010, 21:30
by Katherine E. Tallmadge The Georgetowner It's a busy weekday afternoon in late November at Michel Richard's Citronelle. The steady flow of customers…
- Mindfulness in Eating and Living by: Katherine
January 9, 2011, 20:48
“There are many health benefits to being more mindful,” says Jack Killen, MD, Deputy Director of the National Institutes of Health’s…
- Most Olive Oil is Not as Healthful as You Think by: Katherine
September 12, 2012, 23:39
The expensive olive oil in your kitchen cabinet is likely not as fresh, nutritious, or high in quality as you assume. Does that mean you won’t receive the…
- Music for the New Year by: Katherine
December 6, 2010, 21:38
Music and Poetry for the New Year! Music and poetry can move us in ways so mysterious, all we know is we feel better after hearing it... A few of my…
- New Study Finds Certain Foods Lead to Living Longer by: Katherine
December 22, 2010, 23:37
Eating Healthier Means Living Longer According to New Study in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association Researchers found that diets favoring certain…
- New Year, New Life... Seize the Moment! by: Katherine
January 3, 2012, 16:13
What are your hopes, dreams and desires for 2013? The new year is a valuable opportunity to improve the quality of your life and happiness. Here's…
- Omega-3-Fatty Acids: Superstars of the Nutrition World by: Katherine
June 21, 2011, 15:17
I first became interested in the power of Omega 3 when psychiatrists I work with began prescribing it for their depressed patients, finding it made…
- On CNN: An Egg-A-Day Does Not Increase Heart Disease or High Blood Pressure Risk (Breakthrough Study) by: Katherine
February 1, 2013, 19:44
My clients regularly ask me, "Should I be eating eggs? My doctor tells me they're 'poison,' and to avoid eggs because they'll increase my cholesterol." My…
- Overweight Teens becomes An Increasing Epidemic by: Katherine
December 7, 2010, 05:30
“Disorganized Eating” Is Cause Nutritionist, Katherine Tallmadge, responds... "The number of overweight adolescents has tripled within the past…
- Restaurant Eating Without the Bulge by: Katherine
December 7, 2010, 04:53
By Katherine Tallmadge, M.A., R.D. TABLE OF CONTENTS Restaurant Eating Without The Bulge Italian Dining Without Adding a Notch To Your Belt Pasta…
- Robin 'Poldark' Ellis Charms Washington, D.C. and Me by: Katherine
March 9, 2012, 06:03
It's official. Now that I've met Robin Ellis in person during his recent Washington, D.C. visit, I have gone completely gaga over this talented and elegant…
- Rough It by: Katherine
December 10, 2010, 18:56
Original Content: Washington Post:, 15 December 2004 Our grandmothers have been extolling the virtues of “roughage” for generations. Turns out,…
- Salmon Says... by: Katherine
April 6, 2012, 15:42
It's Salmon Season! "After years of fattening up in the ocean, adult salmon return to their 'home' river to spawn," said M.J. Gimbar, Fishmonger for Black…
- Seafood Risks and Benefits by: Katherine
June 4, 2012, 16:15
There's nothing like fresh-caught seafood, especially the salmon and herring my Uncle Olle caught off the coast of Sweden in the Baltic Sea... then grilled,…
- Shedding the Freshman Fifteen: Back to School in Skinny Jeans! by: Katherine
September 12, 2012, 00:59
Melissa is thrilled with her new body. She feels more confident, more energetic, she’s happier – and can finally wear skinny jeans! Melissa is 19-years-ol…
- Size Matters: A Delightful Discovery at la Madeleine by: Katherine
May 20, 2012, 15:32
What a surprising respite! I was delighted Saturday morning, after my 3 mile walk to Memorial Bridge and back, to find la Madeleine open at 7 am. I was…
- So Saturated by: Katherine
December 10, 2010, 19:53
Original Content, The Washington Post Saturated fats are the "evildoers" of the nutrition world, and they come in the guise of some of the most delicious…
- Stoking Your Metabolism, Eat More to Lose Weight by: Katherine
December 7, 2010, 04:37
by Katherine E. Tallmadge, M.A., R.D. Naomi, like many American women, is a wounded veteran of the diet wars She had tried everything, especially if…
- Study: Exercise Reduces Appetite, But Only Certain Types of Exercise by: Katherine
November 9, 2012, 18:31
A new study comfirmed what I've experienced about exercise: Cardiovascular exercise (walking, dancing, skating, rowing, etc) reduces appetite, but,…
- Super Fruits & Vegetables by: Katherine
December 6, 2010, 21:52
Every Sunday morning I rush to my Farmer's Market (www.FreshFarmMarkets.org) to taste the latest local delicacy. It's the highlight of my week. Lately I've…
- Supermarket Dining: 10 Smart Ways to Eat In by: Katherine
December 10, 2010, 18:50
Original Content: Washington Post The first time I walked into Wegmans, I felt overwhelmed by the choices. I wanted to sample everything. So brace yourself…
- Sweet Temptations by: Katherine
December 7, 2010, 04:54
Original Content: Washington Post, Wednesday, October 20, 2004; Page F01 With the holidays looming, it’s important to determine your strategy for…
- The Flat Abs Diet by: Katherine
December 7, 2010, 04:26
(with recipes) (excerpted from Katherine Tallmadge’s SHAPE Magazine article) Just can’t get rid of your flabby belly, even though you do sit-ups and…
- The Numbers by: Katherine
December 10, 2010, 19:55
The Numbers Original content, The Washington Post Here are some common foods and their saturated fat content (calories/grams saturated fat): Butter,…
- The Protein Puzzle by: Katherine
December 7, 2010, 04:46
The Washington Post By Katherine Tallmadge When I work with clients who are interested in losing weight I urge them to avoid falling into an easy,…
- The Quiet Force Behind France’s Cultural Diplomacy by: Katherine
December 6, 2010, 21:29
by Katherine E. Tallmadge The Washington Diplomat I Earlier this year, Francis Layrle was asked to prepare a nice, cozy dinner for fifty. This was not…
- The Science of Slimming, Satisfying, Sumptuous Soups by: Katherine
January 9, 2011, 17:02
Lose twenty pounds... I love soups… Warm... Filling... Comforting... Psychologically Satisfying. What could be better right now than curling up with a…
- The Whole Story: Grains of Truth by: Katherine
February 17, 2012, 13:58
In the world of nutrition there seems to be no shortage of complexity and confusion. But I've found that simple and straightforward solutions are often…
- This Looks Healthy, But Is It? by: Katherine
December 27, 2010, 18:19
A restaurant meal may look like it’s good for you, but we had a lab count the actual calories. Here are the surprising numbers. By Todd Kliman , Sara…
- Those Liquid Calories by: Katherine
December 10, 2010, 18:52
Original Content: Washington Post My client Caroline, who had been losing weight successfully for a month, was disappointed one recent week when she…
- Too Many Choices! How Variety Leads to Obesity by: Katherine
December 7, 2010, 04:25
Scenario one:You’re at a party and there is one type of cookie offered – chocolate chip with walnuts. How many will you have? One? Two?…
- Turning On Your Healthy Genes: Genetics in Motion by: Katherine
December 6, 2010, 21:18
by Katherine E. Tallmadge The Washington Post Okay, it’s not a cure for cancer. But researchers plumbing the human genome have identified genes that…
- Vacationing Without the Bulge by: Katherine
August 8, 2012, 15:23
In summer, especially August, the pace slows down so much it's as if the entire country breathes a huge sigh of relief (I know I do). Who cares if business…
- Vitamin Supplements: Good For You? Dangerous? by: Katherine
October 13, 2011, 15:25
Original Content, The Washington Post Multivitamins, Vitamin B-6, Folic Acid, Magnesium, Zinc, Copper, and particularly Iron, may increase death rates,…
- Whose Fault is Fat? by: Katherine
December 10, 2010, 19:41
Original Content, The Washington Post Trying to lose weight and stay fit seems daunting at times. The proof of our universal difficulties is evident when…
- Work It In by: Katherine
December 10, 2010, 19:58
Original Content, The Washington Post You risk losing many of the benefits of calorie restriction once you stop dieting. But I'm convinced you can…
- Omega-3s Superstars by: Katherine
- Category: Recipes (72)
- "Addictive" Chilled Asparagus in a Creamy Tarragon, Shallot and Roasted Walnut Vinaigrette by: Katherine
May 12, 2011, 19:46
My favorite asparagus recipe is one I developed with my client, Rebecca. We made a mess in her kitchen with several bundles of asparagus in each corner. We…
- "Black Bean and Mango Salad with a Citrus Herb Dressing" by: Katherine
June 6, 2012, 18:42
This hearty salad by my friend, Phyllis Frucht,* has all the elements of a great main course in the spring and summer: hearty beans, sweet mango, crunchy…
- "MyPlate" Menus Made Easy - and Tasty! by: Katherine
June 21, 2011, 03:27
From pyramids to plates! Are you confused about what should be on your plate? The Washington Post asked me to design menus based on MyPlate to help clear up…
- A 'So-Called Bad Food?" Uncovering the Egg Myth... by: Katherine
January 15, 2012, 15:45
The Much-Maligned Egg Deserves More Respect! See the report on CNN... Recipe below... My grandmother's favorite food in the whole wide world was eggs. She…
- A Selection of Robin Ellis's Mediterranean Recipes by: Katherine
February 28, 2012, 22:04
I'm completely charmed and impressed by Robin Ellis' enthusiasm for his new healthy lifestyle; the Mediterranean lifestyle and diet I have adopted and a…
- Asparagus Salad in a Vietnamese-Style Dressing by: Katherine
April 1, 2012, 21:43
Asparagus Salad in a Vietnamese-Style Dressing Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients: 1 pound Asparagus, cleaned, tough ends removed, cut into 2 inch pieces 1…
- Authentic Italian Chunky Tomato Sauce by: Katherine
October 1, 2012, 16:26
Salsa Pic-Pac (Chunky Tomato Sauce) From "The Heart of Sicily" by Anna Tasca Lanza, adapted and translated by Ann Harvey Yonkers Ingredients: 1 large…
- Benefits of the Mediterranean Diet by: Katherine
December 7, 2010, 04:24
The Mediterranean Diet is widely known as one of the healthiest diets on the planet. It’s a complex diet containing many foods which contribute to its…
- Broiled Salmon in a Mustard Seed Crust by: Katherine
June 21, 2011, 02:51
Broiled or Grilled Salmon in a Mustard Seed Crust From: "Diet Simple: 195 Mental Tricks, Substitutions, Habits & Inspirations" (June 2011, LifeLine Press)…
- Butternut Squash by: Katherine
December 6, 2010, 21:55
By Katherine Tallmadge, M.A., R.D. The coming of fall is symbolized, for each of us, by different events and moments: the first turning of leaves,…
- Carla Hall's Hearty Greens Salad with Warm Balsamic Cherry Vinaigrette by: Katherine
March 16, 2012, 13:35
Carla Hall’s Hearty Greens Salad with Warm Balsamic Cherry Vinaigrette Excerpted from "Diet Simple" 8 servings 6 c (1 pound) Mixed Hearty Greens (Kale,…
- Chef Janis McLean's Asparagus Frittata by: Katherine
April 1, 2012, 22:12
Janis McLean's Asparagus Frittata This is one of Janis's favorite quick spring suppers. "Serve this frittata with a loaf of crusty (whole grain) bread and a…
- Chickpea Salad with Cumin and Mint by: Katherine
June 21, 2011, 02:38
East Coast Grill and Raw Bar’s Chickpea Salad with Cumin and Mint From "Diet Simple: 195 Mental Tricks, Substitutions, Habits & Inspirations" (June…
- Dark Chocolate Dipped Strawberries by: Katherine
May 20, 2011, 13:50
Dark Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries Serves 6 – 8 Ingredients: For the Fondue: ½ cup Skim Milk 8 ounces Semisweet Chocolate, finely chopped 1…
- Dark Chocolate Dipped Strawberries - Katherine Demonstrates at Farmer's Market Sunday by: Katherine
May 9, 2013, 14:43
Join me this Sunday 11 am to 2 pm at the new College Park Farmers Market! I'll be demonstrating dark-chocolate-dipped strawberries using the season's first…
- Eggs Scrambled with Onion, Garlic, Kale and Sweet Cherry Tomatoes by: Katherine
March 16, 2012, 14:03
Eggs Scrambled with Onion, Garlic, Kale and Sweet Cherry Tomatoes This is a regular meal for me any time of the day - quick, easy, delicious, nutritious! Serv…
- Favorite Fall Recipes ... Perfect for Thanksgiving by: Katherine
November 1, 2012, 02:03
Appetizer: Najmieh's Yogurt and Spinach Dip First Course Options: Cauliflower Vichyssoise Butternut Squash Soup with Curry and Ginger Side Dish…
- Favorite Holiday Recipes with Love from Katherine by: Katherine
December 17, 2011, 17:24
Just a Few of Katherine's Favorite Holiday Recipes For weight loss to last, it has to be enjoyable; you cannot feel deprived," as I say in Diet Simple and try…
- FREE: Diet Simple Farm-to-Table Spring Cookbook by: Katherine
May 20, 2013, 15:45
Celebrate Your Transformation to a Healthier Lifestyle I'm enthusiastically and gratefully giving you my most cherished spring recipes from my new upcoming…
- Fun with Fruit - Seasonal Chocolate Dipped Strawberries & Popsicles by: Katherine
May 31, 2012, 12:58
This is my favorite time of year. There's an abundance of locally picked strawberries and cherries at the Farmers Markets. Very soon there will be:…
- Ginger: At Your Local Farmers Market NOW and Preserving it for Later by: Katherine
October 15, 2012, 19:29
I'm delighted! I've never experienced such tender, juicy ginger as I found at the local Farmers Market recently. Turns out, several farmers from Fresh Farm…
- Goody’s Vegetable Soup by: Katherine
December 7, 2010, 04:28
I first experienced this soup at a pot luck dinner with a group of colleagues in Les Dames d'Escoffier, a professional group of women in the food and wine…
- Have a "Stealthy" Healthy Superbowl Party by: Katherine
February 1, 2011, 01:55
Let's watch some FOOTBALL! And, eat some delicious and spicy chili, salsa, guac and chips - the perfect SUPERBOWL FOODS! They taste so good, no one will…
- Healthy Treats for your 'Sweets'? Eat it and Weep! by: Katherine
January 26, 2011, 03:46
BUT DOES MY RECIPE TASTE GOOD? For those of you out there who are skeptical that a 100% whole grain, 100% healthy fat muffin is incredibly delicious, good…
- John Ash's Grandmother's Pot Roast by: Katherine
December 10, 2010, 18:34
CHEF JOHN ASH SAYS his grandmother had a real touch for wholesome, comfort foods like this savory pot roast. The meat is cooked until falling off the bone,…
- Kale Recipe Quest: Making this "Superfood" Delicious! by: Katherine
March 16, 2012, 13:16
Kale: does it evoke rapture? Anticipation? I fear you may be scrunching your face at the mention of kale. I completely understand! I'm constantly looking…
- Katherine's Labor Day Recipe: Fresh Summer Salsa with Watermelon by: Katherine
August 30, 2012, 21:08
My Aunt Betse has been making fresh salsa since the 1960s when she and her engineer husband lived in South America. So I have been exposed to fresh salsa…
- Katherine's Light Sweet Potato Flan with Vanilla Bean by: Katherine
October 2, 2011, 17:21
Katherine's Light Sweet Potato Flan with Vanilla Bean By Katherine Tallmadge, MA, RD A “Flan” is a custard dessert. This one is lighter…
- Katherine's Market Recipe: Autumn Apple Crisp with Nuts, Dried Fruit & Ginger by: Katherine
October 30, 2012, 19:40
Today is the 11th "Katherine's Market Recipe," all of which are designed to be delicious, easy, quick, family-friendly, nutritious (heart-healthy &…
- Katherine's Market Recipe: Butternut Squash Soup with Curry and Ginger by: Katherine
October 15, 2012, 19:45
"A 'comfort soup' with just the right spices to make it interesting; my 'go to' soup for the Fall!" says my neighbor, Constance Chatfield Taylor, presiden…
- Katherine's Market Recipe: Cauliflower "Vichyssoise" by: Katherine
October 23, 2012, 13:56
"Thank you for the best soup we've had in ages. I love it! And I hate cauliflower!" said my neighbor Nancy Flinn. A client's teenaged son even asked for…
- Katherine's Market Recipe: Strawberry & Rhubarb Soup by: Katherine
May 17, 2013, 12:16
Today is the 3rd "Katherine's Market Recipe" of 2013, all of which are designed to be delicious, easy, quick, famiy-friendly, nutritious (heart-healthy…
- Katherine's Special Holiday Cookies by: Katherine
December 17, 2011, 16:34
Katherine's Special Holiday Cookies These are my three favorite cookie recipes. They're healthier than most, and my clients and friends rave about them. I…
- Katherine's Spicy Mexican Salsa with Strawberries by: Katherine
April 30, 2012, 00:45
I usually use vine-ripe tomatoes for my fresh salsa, excerpted from my book, Diet Simple. But strawberries are a surprising and exotically delicious…
- Katherine's Weekly Market Recipe: Greek Salad with Heirloom Tomatoes by: Katherine
July 27, 2012, 13:45
When I was young, one of my most vivid memories is the taste of my Grandmother’s vine-ripened tomatoes. Every year, she would grow at least 20 tomato…
- Katherine's Weekly Market Recipe: Kjerstin's Chicken Salad with Summer Grapes, Peaches and Toasted Walnuts by: Katherine
August 28, 2012, 14:12
"I didn't know grapes tasted this sweet!" says client after client, after I offer them a taste of locally-grown grapes from Quaker Valley Orchards. They…
- Katherine's Weekly Market Recipe: Light Sweet Potato Flan with Vanilla Bean by: Katherine
November 6, 2012, 15:26
My very luscious version of a "flan," a custard dessert, is lighter and simpler than most, and highlights one of the most nutritious seasonal foods - the…
- Katherine's Weekly Market Recipe: Melon Chunks with Crumbled Feta and Fresh Mint by: Katherine
August 22, 2012, 14:49
I've been told that this year's peaches and melons are especially sweet and velvety because of the lack of rain. It concentrates their flavor. Whatever! I…
- Katherine's Weekly Market Recipe: Salad of New Potatoes, Green and Yellow Beans and a Lemony-Garlic-Herb Dressing by: Katherine
August 15, 2012, 13:55
This potato salad has more crunch and color than most, making it impossible to resist. The green beans, bell peppers, tomatoes and onion, are all in season…
- Katherine's Weekly Market Recipe: Silvestro's "Italian" Gazpacho by: Katherine
September 10, 2012, 15:20
On Saturday, I demonstrated and gave free samples of my Fresh Tomato Salsa with Watermelon at the "Community Harvest for Education Ward 7," a new Farmers…
- Kjerstin's Curried Chicken Salad with Strawberries and Roasted Almonds by: Katherine
April 30, 2012, 00:26
This recipe by my mother, excerpted from my book, Diet Simple, would make a very nice luncheon offering. Like any curry dish, its perfect companions are a…
- Kjerstin’s Crab Cakes by: Katherine
December 7, 2010, 01:19
MY MOTHER'S recipe for crab cakes is very light, but tastes rich. These crab cakes are versatile, too. I've served them for brunch alongside fried eggs and…
- Like Mother, Like Daughter by: Katherine
December 7, 2010, 05:36
How Parents Influence Their Childrens’ Eating Habits... Like it or Not! During occasional moments of frustration, mothers the world over sometimes…
- Mediterranean White Beans with Garlic and Basil: A Step-by-Step Pictorial Guide by: Katherine
February 4, 2012, 19:44
Excerpted from Diet Simple My friends love these beans. I love these beans. They're always a hit. Every time I serve them, I'm asked (begged) for the…
- Memorable Memorial Day Weekend Recipes by: Katherine
May 25, 2012, 21:42
Have a lovely Memorial Day! My suggestions for wonderful dishes for the holiday, using local, seasonal picked-at-peak-ripeness ingredients... What's at…
- My Favorite Holiday Recipe: Winter Salad of Orange and Pomegranate by: Katherine
December 20, 2012, 16:57
The simple pleasures in life always bring me the most joy. I especially love the holidays because it's a time of year I get to spend precious moments with…
- Najmieh's Cauliflower KuKu with Fresh Parsley and Spices by: Katherine
October 16, 2011, 16:59
Najmieh's Cauliflower KuKu with Fresh Parsley and Spices A “Kuku” is a Persian mix between a frittata, a type of Spanish omelette, and a souffle. You can…
- Najmieh's Yogurt and Spinach Dip by: Katherine
June 21, 2011, 02:47
Najmieh Batmanglij’s Yogurt and Spinach Dip From “Diet Simple: 195 Mental Tricks, Substitutions, Habits & Inspirations” (June 2011, LifeLine…
- Nora Pouillon’s Ratatouille by: Katherine
December 7, 2010, 04:29
excerpted from Diet Simple (2004) Ratatouille is an authentic aromatic Provençal ragout of onions, eggplants, peppers, (zucchini) and tomatoes, stewed…
- Pasta with Pesto, Roasted Asparagus Spears and Cherry Tomatoes by: Katherine
April 1, 2012, 21:34
Whole Grain Pasta with Pesto, Roasted Asparagus Spears and Tomatoes Serves 4 - 6 Ingredients: 1 pound Asparagus, trimmed 1 Tbsp Canola or Olive Oil 1…
- Potato Salad with Haricots Verts Smothered in a Lemony Garlic-Herb Mayonnaise by: Katherine
June 29, 2011, 18:07
This "salad" can be served warm, for instance, as a side dish for the holidays – with or without the potatoes - or enjoyed cold in the hot summertime…
- Puree of Asparagus Soup with Tarragon by: Katherine
April 1, 2012, 21:58
Puree of Asparagus Soup with Tarragon This sublime, pale green soup may be served warm or cold. Serves 8 to 10 Ingredients: 2 pounds Asparagus,…
- Roberto Donna's White Beans, Kale and Shrimp Salad with Basil Dressing by: Katherine
March 16, 2012, 13:51
Roberto Donna’s White Beans, Kale and Shrimp Salad with Basil Dressing excerpted from "Diet Simple" 4 servings 8 oz. Dry Cannellini Beans (or 24 ounces…
- Salad of New Potatoes and Asparagus with Lemony Garlic Herb Mayonnaise by: Katherine
April 1, 2012, 21:20
Salad of “New” Potatoes and Asparagus with Lemony-Garlic-Herb Mayonnaise This salad can be served warm, for instance, as a great winter holiday side…
- Salad of New Potatoes and Asparagus with Lemony-Garlic-Herb Mayonnaise Topped with Poached Salmon by: Katherine
April 6, 2012, 16:12
Salad of “New” Potatoes and Asparagus with Lemony-Garlic-Herb Mayonnaise Topped with Poached Salmon This “salad” features the best of spring-time…
- Scandinavian Midsummer: Feast the Night Away by: Katherine
June 13, 2011, 18:04
I’ve had a life-long love affair with Sweden, its culture, cuisine, and people. I’m so grateful that finally the world has caught on that…
- Soupe aux Fraises et Rhubarbe (Strawberry Rhubarb Soup) by: Katherine
April 29, 2012, 14:38
Serves 4 Ingredients 1 Tablespoons Canola Oil 3 stalks Rhubarb, pealed and cut into 1.4 inch chunks 2 cups hulled and sliced fresh Strawberries 4…
- Spinach and Strawberry Salad with Toasted Almonds and Balsamic Vinaigrette by: Katherine
April 29, 2012, 14:15
Believe it or not, balsamic vinegar is a perfect accompaniment to strawberries (try them on vanilla frozen yogurt). Add the spinach and you have a “salad”…
- Strawberry Granita by: Katherine
June 21, 2011, 03:00
Carole Cutler’s Strawberry Granita From "Diet Simple: 195 Mental…
- Strawberry Granita by: Katherine
May 16, 2012, 13:57
Strawberry Granita is excerpted from my book, "Diet Simple." The best ice cream in the world can be found in Italy, hands down. But much more typical of…
- Super Bowl Chili with Fresh Salsa and Guacamole by: Katherine
February 4, 2012, 20:52
Let's watch some FOOTBALL! And, eat some delicious and spicy chili, salsa, guac and chips - the perfect SUPERBOWL FOODS. They taste so good, no one will…
- Superbowl-Worthy Guacamole: A Step-by-Step Pictorial Guide by: Katherine
February 5, 2012, 22:45
Excerpted from "Diet Simple" A favorite dish for the Superbowl! Add Traditional Salsa Fresca to the mix or serve it alongside. Guacamole is also terrific on…
- Superbowl-Worthy Traditional Mexican Salsa Fresca: A Step-by-Step Pictorial Guide by: Katherine
February 5, 2012, 20:04
Superbowl-Worthy Traditional Mexican Salsa Fresca: A Step-by-Step Pictorial Guide (excerpted from Diet Simple) My fresh salsa is inspired by my Aunt Betse,…
- Susan Belsinger's Strawberry Soy Milk Smoothie by: Katherine
April 30, 2012, 00:11
Susan Belsinger, a culinary herbalist and talented recipe developer, says you can use any berries in a smoothie, but her favorite is strawberry. Susan's…
- Swedish Midsummer Recipes by: Katherine
June 25, 2011, 16:00
Aquavit and Marcus Samuelsson’s Gravlax Club Sandwich excerpted from "Diet Simple: 195 Mental Tricks, Substitution, Habits & Inspirations" (June 2011,…
- Swiss Chard Quesadillas with Chipoltle Salsa by: Katherine
December 17, 2011, 16:46
Swiss Chard Quesadillas with Chipoltle Salsa by Chef Janis McLean Bistrot Le Zinc These are goooooood! I discovered this recipe when my friend, Janis,…
- Tabouleh with Chick Peas, Seasonal Vegetables and a Lemon Garlic Vinaigrette by: Katherine
August 8, 2012, 15:00
This recipe is always a huge hit. There are many potential variations: Try using Quinoa instead of Bulgur or Soy Beans instead of Chick Peas. Use Tarragon…
- The "Puree of Asparagus Soup with Tarragon" Diet by: Katherine
April 23, 2013, 20:56
Why Soup??? The science... I love soups… Filling... Comforting... Psychologically Satisfying. Here's why soups cause weight loss: Classic studies have…
- The Flat Abs Diet by: Katherine
December 7, 2010, 04:26
(with recipes) (excerpted from Katherine Tallmadge’s SHAPE Magazine article) Just can’t get rid of your flabby belly, even though you do sit-ups and…
- The French Culinary Institute's Veal Stew with Carrots, La Boutarde: A Step-by-Step Pictorial Guide by: Katherine
February 8, 2012, 13:55
Excerpted from Diet Simple This stew is perfect for a chilly winter day, in front of a fire, with good friends, glasses of wine clinking. My client, Lloyd,…
- Winter Salad of Orange and Pomegranate by: Katherine
December 17, 2011, 21:43
Winter Salad of Orange and Pomegranate From Najmieh Batmanglij in “Cooking With Les Dames d’Escoffier” This is my favorite winter salad; my friends…
- Zucchini Ribbons with Fresh Lemon Vinaigrette by: Katherine
May 15, 2012, 14:01
Oldways, A nonprofit food and nutrition education organization, with a mission to guide people to good health through heritage, asked me to provide a…
- "Addictive" Chilled Asparagus in a Creamy Tarragon, Shallot and Roasted Walnut Vinaigrette by: Katherine
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