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STARBUCKS COPYCAT PROTEIN BOX!

The Starbucks Protein Boxes are convenient and easy meal options that you can buy and take on-the-go. They often have over 20 grams of protein to help keep you satisfied on your busy day, but their high protein comes at a high cost. I am a huge fan of Starbucks, but I must admit, I […]

Top 5 Anti-Inflammatory Foods

Inflammation has a bad rap, but it’s not inherently evil. It is a natural response to illness, a critical defense mechanism that helps to heal damaged cells and fight viruses and bacteria. But there are two types of inflammation. Acute Inflammation might be a cut that turns red and becomes inflamed. This is your body’s […]

4th of July Hours

Please note our holiday schedule for the 4th of July! Wednesday, July 4th: University Park – CLOSED Central Square – OPEN 8AM-8PM Wishing all members and staff a happy and safe holiday!

July 4th BBQ

It’s finally summer! So kick it off well with an Independence Day BBQ. With all these recipes, you can easily host one in your backyard, patio or even tiny apartment kitchen. Or if you’re a guest, bring one of these along! If you’re going to eat all the food, you might as well contribute a […]

5 Tips for Eating Healthy at Restaurants

Summer is full of opportunities for natural movement and fresh local foods. However, there are also plenty of social gatherings at restaurants of all types that don’t follow the healthy ways of summer. Everyone enjoys eating out, and you shouldn’t have to give that up! Instead of choosing between staying home or ruining your diet, […]

Children’s Book Signing at VIM!

VIM members have many talents, and this VIM couple’s talent is writing and illustrating children’s books! Read on for info about their upcoming book signing… Cambridge couple and VIM members Tom Crice and Ellen Rakatansky have just released Birds of a Feather, a sweet story of loss and recovery for young children.  The story is […]

Father’s Day Recipes

As we all know, Father’s Day is a special opportunity to show our Dad’s just how much they mean to us. Good food enjoyed surrounded by family and loved ones is pretty hard to beat and will certainly show your Dad how much he means to you. When planning a Father’s Day meal, a lot […]

Healthy Cooking with Fresh Herbs

Whether you plant them or pick them up at the grocery store or farmers’ market, adding fresh herbs is a quick way to transform ordinary meals into extraordinary meals. Besides helping flavor foods when cutting back on salt, fat and sugar, herbs may offer additional benefits of their own. Researchers are finding many culinary herbs […]

15 Essentials for a Vegetarian (or Vegan) Pantry

Alongside the usual savory and sweet items that every pantry needs, there are a few ingredients that are particularly useful for vegetarians and vegans, as well as those wanting to eat more meatless meals. All of these items are ideal for adding protein, texture, and flavor to what you’re cooking. Each household’s pantry will vary […]

Plant Based Memorial Day Cookout

With Memorial Day right around the corner, it’s time to start planning the menu! Memorial Day is a great excuse for fun, sun and of course, grilling. It the best way to kick off the summer! But there’s no need to limit yourself to the usual beef burgers and hot dogs. If you’re hosting for […]