Snacks and Side Dishes

Foodie Friday in a Flash #6: Kale

It's been a few weeks since my last "Foodie Friday in a Flash," but I'm back in action!  Today, we're discussing one of my very favorites ... kale! Watch the video below to discover: A surprising fact about the popularity of kale 10 health benefits of kale 4 ways I...

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Foodie Friday in a Flash #3: Healthy Swap Sweet Potato Salad

If you're heading to a Labor Day gathering and don't know what to bring, or if you want to throw together a quick, summery recipe that doesn't take you off track with your healthy eating plan, you'll love today's recipe.  Even if you don't have Labor Day plans, but...

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Foodie Friday in a Flash #2: Blueberries

Welcome to another edition of Foodie Friday in a Flash, where I bring you a 2-3 minute video on one of my favorite foods and its health benefits!  This week we're discussing BLUEBERRIES!  I'll also share a delicious and easy recipe for homemade protein bars. Have you...

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Chickpea-Free Broccoli Hummus

You probably know by now that I have a thing for sneaking veggies into regular old recipes.  I put veggies in smoothies, soups, desserts ... you name it, and I've most likely tried some way to sneak a veggie in.  I've already shared my Veggie-Loaded Guacamole, and...

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Forgive Yourself + Lemon Matcha Muffins (MMAZ!)

Mini confession time!  Last Thursday morning, I planned to go for a run and do Focus T25.  I had a busy day, but I had scheduled it into my calendar and was going to fit it in (this is a helpful tip - I always schedule in my workouts and treat them as any other...

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Watercress Stuffed Bell Pepper Salad

Happy Foodie Friday!  When Heather selected watercress for this month's "Meatless Monday from A-Z" ingredient, I was excited but stumped.  I have had watercress at restaurants, and I've read a lot about its health benefits - it has tons of antioxidants, making it one...

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Healthy Cinco-de-Layer Dip (or Mini Salad!)

I grew up eating "Mexican food" in Texas, and got used to the "queso," enchiladas, and anything covered in sour cream.  The first time I went to Mexico, I remember thinking that they were doing it "wrong" ... I know.  I later learned that the Tex-Mex I had been used...

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Chunky Mashed Cauliflower + several other great new recipes!

A funny thing has been happening in my kitchen lately.  I've been cooking more than ever (and absolutely loving the opportunity to spend more time in my kitchen and avoid so much restaurant food!).  I've been really loading up on the veggies, and enjoying everything...

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A Day Full of Green St. Patrick’s Day Meals!

Happy Foodie Friday!  It's just a few days before one of my favorite holidays of the year ... St. Patrick's Day!  I love St. Patrick's Day because it's a holiday that so many people get excited and happy about, whether they're Irish or not.  All you have to do to be...

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Squash Self-Doubt (plus #MMAZ Simple Butternut Squash Dip!)

Happy Motivation Monday!  Last week we celebrated ourselves, and this week's theme is related, but not the same.  When I talked about celebrating ourselves, it was about looking at things we have already accomplished and pausing to recognize the wonderful things that...

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Welcome to The Lyons’ Share!

Dr. Megan Lyons helps high-achievers optimize their health through evidence-based functional nutrition, combining her background as a former management consultant with over a decade of experience helping thousands achieve lasting wellness.

We all experience odd symptoms from time to time—feeling bloated after a meal, feeling cold in a warm room, or struggling to focus. Often, we dismiss these as “normal” parts of life. But what if they’re not? What if these small signs are your body’s way of hinting at a deeper imbalance?