Mary Olivar

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With over a decade of experience in nutrition and cooking with whole foods, Mary Olivar is a passionate advocate of healthy eating and good food. Her love of food also extends to the kitchen, where she has worked as a personal and professional chef specializing in plant-based and raw foods, as well as special diets. When not at Whole Foods Market helping others find healthy foods and learn how to deliciously prepare them, Mary is usually at home having culinary adventures of her own, keeping her three hungry children fed.

Blog Posts By Author

May 5, 2011 @ Whole Story
Go beyond center-of-the-plate thinking and load up on vegetables, beans and whole grains along with some flavorful beef, chicken and fish. Try these Health Starts Here recipe favorites.
March 15, 2011 @ Whole Story
To complement your wearin’ o’ the green for St. Patrick’s Day, why not turn your focus to eatin’ o’ the greens? Here’s how we get more greens on the table!
February 25, 2011 @ Whole Story
Vinegar is as essential as spices and herbs — even salt and pepper — in bringing life to a dish. Flavor with a variety of vinegars in these Health Starts Here™ recipes.
February 6, 2011 @ Whole Story
Sweet treats for Valentine’s don’t have to be at the expense of your healthy eating plan. Try these healthier treats.
January 13, 2011 @ Whole Story
Spiking your dishes with spices is one of the simplest ways to boost the flavor. Learn how to accent healthy staples like vegetables, whole grains and beans with aromatic spices.

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