

What is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)???
I get this question a lot.....SO, I wanted to take a moment and highlight the hard facts in hopes that you all will have a better understanding of what I do! So, what is an RDN and what exactly do they do??? A Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) is a food and nutrition expert who has met the minimum academic and professional requirements to qualify for the credential "RD" or "RDN." This includes but is not limited to a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Dietetics from an a

Partnership with George Mason University's SMART Laboratory!
I am proud to announce that A Balanced Life Rx LLC has partnered up with George Mason University's Sports Medicine Assessment Research and Testing (SMART) Laboratory, which is located in Manassas, VA. A Balanced Life Rx clientele will have access to a pre/post BodPod test to track their progress before/after their nutrition and/or fitness program. For an added bonus, my clientele will receive 35% off!!! How can you resist, this is a great deal for evidenced based results! I


My Favorite Chocolate Chip Cookies
Who doesn't love chocolate chip cookies?! If you don't, I am sorry to say but your missing out...I mean come on how can you resist the crisp edges, soft and chewy middle, and dark chocolate chunks...yum...yum...yum! Not to mention that I add my favorite nut butter and coconut oil to the mix. Using coconut oil tends to add a nutty flavor making these cookies a little sweeter, wonderfully thick, and absolutely scrumptious. They are easy to make and are perfect if your cravin


Homemade Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
One of the best reasons why I tend to keep a few cans of garbanzo (chickpea) beans in the pantry is to make hummus, I love hummus! Simply delicious. I tend to use it as a dip with my favorite veggies or I will sometimes spread it on my turkey sandwich for some extra flavor. It is so easy to make with a food processor or even better yet a Vitamix, which I have to say is a total must have in the kitchen. This fresh and flavorful dish will be absolutely perfect for this weeke