So my mother (Betty) and I were brainstorming food and health-related ideas regarding how to help people move beyond the initial excitement of a new diet to a sustainable lifestyle. Betty came up with 'One Step Healthier' and we realized that concept could apply to anything. For example, you order the enchiladas at your favorite Tex-Mex dive and request 'no cheese' - you've made a choice One Step Healthier. You cook your families favorite casserole, but you mix in an extra diced vegetable - you are One Step Healthier.

Can a dessert be healthy, even healing?

Energetically, desserts have A LOT to offer our bodies. Soft desserts like puddings and kantens (vegan gelatins) relax our bodies after a hectic day and open us emotionally to an enjoyable evening. Baked desserts like a cobbler or pie are deeply nourishing and build our strength in a pleasing, harmonious way. Fresh fruit desserts cool and energize.