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Kristen Yarker, MSc, RD
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Welcome! What I want for you is simple - to have great energy that lasts the whole workday, cravings control when someone brings another birthday cake to work, and great numbers when you visit your doctor.
You're old enough to know that 30-day challenges are just that - gimmicks that work for about that long. What you need are long-term healthy habits that you can stick to whether you're working hard at the office or working from home. And, so you raise your kids to be lifelong healthy eaters.
It's the science of nutrition, the psychology of our food choices, and behaviour change.
I'm a registered dietitian in Victoria, BC, Canada with 25 years of nutrition experience. And, a leading child-feeding expert in the country. I provide professional nutrition for professionals, such as entrepreneurs, doctors, engineers, and lawyers, via private practice and workplace solutions.
You're old enough to know that 30-day challenges are just that - gimmicks that work for about that long. What you need are long-term healthy habits that you can stick to whether you're working hard at the office or working from home. And, so you raise your kids to be lifelong healthy eaters.
It's the science of nutrition, the psychology of our food choices, and behaviour change.
I'm a registered dietitian in Victoria, BC, Canada with 25 years of nutrition experience. And, a leading child-feeding expert in the country. I provide professional nutrition for professionals, such as entrepreneurs, doctors, engineers, and lawyers, via private practice and workplace solutions.
Cookbook Recommendations | Plant Magic by Desiree Nielsen
Cookbook Recommendations | Plant Magic by Desiree Nielsen// Looking for new, healthy recipe ideas? I’ve got you covered.
Today I’m reviewing Plant Magic by Desiree Nielsen. I gave this cookbook a thorough testing. I’m talking about:
- Lentil, orange, and radicchio salad with mint
- Brined rice salad with pomegranate and pistachio
- Salad noodles
- Cumin lime black bean burgers
Spoiler alert: I recommend this cookbook if you’re comfortable in the kitchen and are looking for flavourful plant-based meal ideas.
Watch the video today to find out if you should add this book to your cookbook collection. czcams.com/video/040iNmP4kwY/video.html
When you get your copy of Plant Magic here, you support my videos (at no extra cost to you): kristenyarker.com/shop
Every month I do cookbook reviews to find the best healthy cookbooks. Answering: what cookbooks you can’t live without (a.k.a. cookbooks to own) to create a list of best cookbooks. Use this list for yourself, or as a cookbook gift guide.
What cookbook would you like me to review? Please share your ideas in the comment section.
Check out my reviews of Desiree’s previous cookbooks:
Good for Your Gut: czcams.com/video/IPoMWcYSYMA/video.html
Eat More Plants: czcams.com/video/fg9txM1DgZM/video.htmlsi=jXvEa2kssrsxdxTQ
This video is NOT sponsored. I purchased the cookbook myself.
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I'm Kristen Yarker, MSc, RD. I provide professional and practical nutrition for busy people. I'm a dietitian in Victoria, BC, Canada with 30 years of nutrition experience. I'm an expert in the unique combination of the science of nutrition, the psychology of food, and behaviour change.
Every day, friends, colleagues (everyone really) ask me for my views on nutrition. So, I decided to record my thoughts for you too.
Join me for coffee at my kitchen table as I share what's on my mind regarding nutrition.
Enjoy!
Stay Connected:
KristenYarker.com
Instagram: @TheKYNutritionAgency
Note: This description contains an affiliate link that allows you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in no way obligated to use these links. Alternatives: Pop by your local bookstore or head directly to Amazon. Thank you for your support!
#cookbookrecommendations #dietitian, #kristenyarker #affiliate #plantmagic #desireenielsen
Today I’m reviewing Plant Magic by Desiree Nielsen. I gave this cookbook a thorough testing. I’m talking about:
- Lentil, orange, and radicchio salad with mint
- Brined rice salad with pomegranate and pistachio
- Salad noodles
- Cumin lime black bean burgers
Spoiler alert: I recommend this cookbook if you’re comfortable in the kitchen and are looking for flavourful plant-based meal ideas.
Watch the video today to find out if you should add this book to your cookbook collection. czcams.com/video/040iNmP4kwY/video.html
When you get your copy of Plant Magic here, you support my videos (at no extra cost to you): kristenyarker.com/shop
Every month I do cookbook reviews to find the best healthy cookbooks. Answering: what cookbooks you can’t live without (a.k.a. cookbooks to own) to create a list of best cookbooks. Use this list for yourself, or as a cookbook gift guide.
What cookbook would you like me to review? Please share your ideas in the comment section.
Check out my reviews of Desiree’s previous cookbooks:
Good for Your Gut: czcams.com/video/IPoMWcYSYMA/video.html
Eat More Plants: czcams.com/video/fg9txM1DgZM/video.htmlsi=jXvEa2kssrsxdxTQ
This video is NOT sponsored. I purchased the cookbook myself.
*******************************************************
I'm Kristen Yarker, MSc, RD. I provide professional and practical nutrition for busy people. I'm a dietitian in Victoria, BC, Canada with 30 years of nutrition experience. I'm an expert in the unique combination of the science of nutrition, the psychology of food, and behaviour change.
Every day, friends, colleagues (everyone really) ask me for my views on nutrition. So, I decided to record my thoughts for you too.
Join me for coffee at my kitchen table as I share what's on my mind regarding nutrition.
Enjoy!
Stay Connected:
KristenYarker.com
Instagram: @TheKYNutritionAgency
Note: This description contains an affiliate link that allows you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in no way obligated to use these links. Alternatives: Pop by your local bookstore or head directly to Amazon. Thank you for your support!
#cookbookrecommendations #dietitian, #kristenyarker #affiliate #plantmagic #desireenielsen
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Thanks for the valuable information... God blessed us with cows producing A2 milk like Sahiwal, Red Sindhi, Garbrali, Achai, Cholistani, and some other valuable breeds. Thanks God. Mubashir from Pakistan
Thank you for the excellent cookbook recommendation!
Happy to hear that you find them valuable.
I bought two box of A2 milk at Walmart and i also bought two bottle of fair life milk. A2 milk still upset my stomach I’m currently having diarrhea.
Sorry to hear that you are experiencing digestive symptoms. Sounds like perhaps it is not the type of casein protein that you are sensitive to.
Great advice for helping to kick the sugar habit!
working on my sleep as per your guidance :)
Keep it up
These are great for people with diabetes
I miss your cooking books reviews . Please do some more . Thanks .
Working on it. Stay tuned 😉
I adore watching your videos thanks .
Thank you
I think Alison Roman is the queen of baking for non-bakers!
I feel a a slum...as though sumwun pulling my cor within - just befor sleeping.
Welcome back on CZcams !
Thanknyou. Great to see you again here.
Know that A1 has a genetic mutation in casein. czcams.com/video/GGR8rRwnhYk/video.htmlsi=fG01DH-mU5kzFebc
A1 gave me arthritis, absolutely crippled my knees but A2 doesn't affect me at all. Amazing difference.
Happy to hear that you found A2 milk and it's working well for you.
Do u have raw A2 ???
@arveen8003I live in Oz. I only wish I could get my hands on some raw A2 but I can't. The A2 I do get doesn't hurt me though I'm delighted to admit. It isn't legal here.
Thank you 😊❤
I’ve tried gradual I’ve tried intense … it only works when I’m in fat camp and not around friends
Our environment contributes a lot to our habits. Perhaps the books Tiny Habits or Atomic Habits might be helpful for making changes to your eating habits while you're in your home environment.
If you can't stick to a diet consider using glue!
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2 steps forward, 1 step back.
I made my tomato sauce, add some fresh mushrooms and pour it over these noodles, and at the last second throw in a handful of spinach leaves, and it is scrumptious!
Absolutely love the psychological and social lens you used. Makes so much sense and knowledge is power, so thank you so much for sharing!
Happy to hear that you found it useful.
I'd love it if I could stick for a couple of months
Apply what I share in the video and you can create new habits.
@@kristenyarker thank you
Spell out the bread please!!!
I'm reviewing the LowFOD bread from COBS bakery chain - as I shared in the description box.
Thank you! I loved that you jumped right into the video Best wishes :D
Are you one of Laura’s relatives?
No.
Thanks for actually adressing the problem. I was surprised. So many nutrition and fitness channels are all filler and fluff.
I’m not surprised by the poorly hidden sugar in any of the places you mentioned. I’m not even surprised by the “But I didn’t KNOW!” wail of people who should know better, if they’d only stop, think, and read. I’m only surprised that people would rather pretend than know. They actually get upset with ME for refusing to go along with their deliberate blindness. There’s only one brand of soda that I really enjoy: Dr. Brown’s Diet Cream Soda. Not because it’s supposedly “diet” (I don’t go on diets) but because it’s effing delicious! Still, the last time I had a can was easily 2009. However, my 69th birthday is this coming 17 May, and I want a Dr. Brown’s Diet Cream Soda! The only other sparkling drink I drink on the regular (besides tap water) is clear, unflavored seltzer. I’m learning to love Greek yoghurt (Fage), thanks to Ottolenghi et al. I used to retch at feta, referring to it as “fetid” cheese; nowadays I could it it with every meal! One day several years ago I made a “Baked Greek Salad” much like something that went viral on TikTok but years before. And I fell in love with feta ❤😊 It’s sad that nobody besides me has commented. This is a conversation worth having. Thanks for starting it.
I am diehard dairy, but in the past year or so I’ve started occasionally drinking Califia Oat Milk when I’m not having my once-a-day 8 oz. 1% skim milk mixed with date sugar, instant espresso, and ~4 oz. heavy whipping cream - I said “diehard,” right? - for breakfast. Califia is what’s on my Florida Publix shelf, and I don’t add any sugar to anything other than my “breakspresso” in the morning. If I need anything sweeter than natural, I use silan aka date syrup. But I can’t remember the last time I used it. I used to eat more meat, but now I eat mostly vegetables, chilies, rice, grains, and tofu. Unfortunately, I’m a dairy lover, and the side effect of many of my necessary medications is weight gain. I’ll let you draw your conclusions 😢
You DO know that, traditionally, Chicken Marbella is made with prunes, right? Along with green olives, capers, vinegar, wine and sugar, you get that “Moroccan-ish”/Jewish sweet-and-sourness that makes life a little more worth savoring.
At 9:15 you got to the Baked Mint Rice with Feta and Green Olive, Pomegranate, and Walnut Salsa, which I just finished *DEVOURING!* Two days ago my caregiver Sandra and I made the Confit Tandoori Chickpeas with Tomatoes and all kinds of warm and HOT spices, with a refreshing Yoghurt Mint Cilantro Lime Sauce on the side (OTK SHELF LOVE). Now, that dish is so good just as it is, but I took the leftover confit yesterday and used it as a base for a Turkish Menemen, with some shredded mozzarella melted in, and crumbled sheep/goat milk feta and a large handful of roughly chopped coriander mixed in, with a couple pinches of Maldon flaked salt. This was honestly the BEST scrambled egg dish I’ve ever had in my almost 70 years! But then came today. Sandra and I whipped up the truly - not kidding (as long as you rinse and then soak your basmati rice properly) - simple Baked Mint Rice &c dish. I have to confess that I am vibrating with the joy of eating this simple, quick, enormously flavorful dish! The salsa alone is magnificent, but when the rice is properly prepared it’s true that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts! So now I’m going to get back to your review and listen to you waxing rhapsodic. Btw, I’ve had an “Ottolenghified” pantry and fridge for more than a decade: preserved lemons (I make my own, they’re so simple lol), pomegranate molasses, black limes (loomi), barberries, za’atar, sumac, cumin seeds, harissa, rose water and orange blossom water, … and I am *NEVER* without saffron! I did not grow up with these ingredients, but I’ve fallen in love with the flavors of the souk.
Sounds delicious
Thank you.
Camels 🐪 as well, they only produce A2 milk 🥛
Thank you 🌸
This is really helpful. I've been struggling with this so much. Meal planning stressed me out so badly and constantly being on a diet then stopping then being on a diet. Taking smaller steps has been even more helpful
Happy to hear that you're finding success with small steps.
Thank you for this excellent explanation! This is the message that I needed to hear today. I am making a 3pm smoothie, bc that is where I tend to ruin my diet.
Happy to help.
Thank you for this!
Thanks for posting this easy vegan recipe. Looking to enjoy more vegan recipes. Btw when is the next cookbook review?!😊
Happy to hear that you enjoyed this video. I'm taking a break from cookbook reviews for the time being.
What are your favourite types of legumes? In this recipe we use lentils, chickpeas, and kidney beans.
This is an excellent recipe for Vegan Chili, really appreciate the cooking tips. Great to add another healthy recipe to my repertoire!
Enjoy!
Hi Kristen, I am not from USA, so please if you can explain to me what is the additional process they used for this bread? I will explain you my problem. I tried all the types of flours that exist (coconoot, weat, corn, oat...) and nothings works for me. The only bread that I can eat is one specific bread that is made from SPROUTED WEAT GRAINS. Do you maybe know why is that in my case, have you heard for similar situation? I have diagnosed IBS, don't have celiac disease.
Sorry to hear that you are experiencing digestive concerns. I'm a dietitian in Victoria, BC, Canada. There is a lot of individuality when it comes with digestive concerns. I'm not able to provide advice to you specifically here on CZcams with so little information. My team of dietitians provide one-to-one nutrition counselling with people in BC, Canada and have helped a lot of people who experience digestive concerns. If you're located in BC, please book a session with us at kristenyarker.com . If you're located elsewhere, I recommend looking for a dietitian with experience in digestive health / IBS / FODMAP . Regarding this bread: the ingredient list is on the company website at: www.cobsbread.com/lowfod/?gclid=Cj0KCQiAlKmeBhCkARIsAHy7WVtVkm5Fc0xV7BmjUY1xoF4CHtCxCvgVrL6x0yJAl7Wh6d8B_h9mFtoaAhfdEALw_wcB
@@kristenyarker thanks for your response. Unfortunatelly I'm from Europe and I can not book a session. I am happy that at least I found one type of bread that I can eat :)
If I don't get harsh on myself either with diet or work out I don't feel like Its working, I'm impatient about the results and get sad if it didn't show in few days which is impossible 😭😭😭😭 idk how to change this mentality :(
Proud Bebe: Recognizing that this pattern isn't working for you is a good first step towards creating change. Perhaps you may find it valuable to work with a counsellor to help you change your thought pattern.
What's your favourite texture of tofu? Silken, soft, medium, firm, etc?
Amazing way to use tofu with some of my favourite spices. Great recipe!
Enjoy!
I was wondering if you noticed a difference in the thickness of the milk? I had some whole milk A2 this morning that I used to make cocoa. We are used to whole milk feeling thicker in the mouth. Any ideas?
I tried the 2% (I normally buy 2% milk) and didn't notice any difference in the texture. However, I didn't do a side-by-side comparison.
Yes I noticed the thickness difference as well
You're completely right. Step by step is the key to be committed to every single goal we wanna achieve to. Thank you for your beautiful channel 💚🙏🏻
Happy to hear that you are enjoying my channel.
Please list the: “Symptoms” & “Sensitivities” that ones may experience with the A1 milk.
I'm refering to the symptoms that people may experience that lead them to suspect that they have a sensitivity to dairy. Such as gas and bloating.
Thanks for the excellent review. Appreciate it! Have you bought other books by the same author? Are there some better than others?
I haven't bought others by Ottolenghi because these "simple" recipes are complex enough for me 😃
Please keep sharing 😊
A new video is in the works. Coming in December :)
Wow, the food looks so delicious ~~
Thank you