Don't make a different meal for every person, but make buildable meals. And, I do this with my kids, try to expand their palates gently.

A 'diet' is simply an individual's eating regimen: it doesn't have to mean the restrictive plan we've come to associate this word with.

Exercise is important, but exercise in a gym is not important. Go and take a walk outside. Skip the umpteenth coffee date and go for a hike instead. Take the stairs. Walk your errands.

A gluten-free diet still allows you access to almost every fruit and vegetable, a variety of grains and legumes, your pick of dairy products, fresh meats and fish and a whole slew of special gluten-free delights to satisfy your pretzel-bagel-muffin-doughnut craving.

I have been very, very lucky because I have my health, a wonderful husband, family, and friends, and I get to do what I love.

I have two pairs of stretchy maternity leggings and jeans, which I will never give up, because once you experience an elastic band for a waist, you will never go back.

I want to be a vehicle to help people connect the dots that let them make their lives healthier, happier, more beautiful, and more fun.