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Rachel MacPherson

Rachel MacPherson

Rachel MacPherson

Rachel MacPherson, CSCS, CPT, is a certified strength and conditioning specialist, personal trainer, and nutrition coach. As a health and fitness writer, her work has appeared in Shape, Women’s Health Magazine, Runner’s World, and other leading publications. She specializes in translating exercise and nutrition science into clear, actionable guidance. Learn more at rachelmacpherson.ca.

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marinade

Make Any Marinade With This 4-Step Template

Marinades do far more than add flavor. When made with the right ingredients, they can significantly reduce carcinogens from forming during grilling.

By Rachel MacPherson

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Your Grill-Night Safety Checklist

Essential practices to ensure you're keeping your family and friends safe during grill season.

By Rachel MacPherson

meat and veggies on a grill

What Are the Best Meat and Plant-Based Options for the Grill?

Smart protein choices and quick cooking can reduce harmful compounds without sacrificing flavor.

By Rachel MacPherson

Cooking & Food Nutrition Tips

healthy grilled food

Your Healthy Grilling Guide

Grilling can produce harmful compounds. Here are our tips for reducing carcinogens, improving flavor, and adding nutrients to your next cookout.

By Rachel MacPherson

Cooking & Food Nutrition Tips

a person pours an egg like substance into a mixing bowl

What’s in Commercial Egg Replacers?

There are many types of commercially available egg replacers. Here's what to know about them.

By Rachel MacPherson

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Quick Egg-Swap Reference Guide

A handy guide to help you decide which egg substitute works best for your recipe.

By Rachel MacPherson

bowl of yogurt

How to Swap Yogurt for Eggs in Baking

Learn how to use yogurt as an egg substitute and which recipes work best.

By Rachel MacPherson

aquafaba

How to Swap Aquafaba for Eggs in Baking

Learn how to use aquafaba as an egg substitute and which recipes work best.

By Rachel MacPherson

mashed banana

How to Swap Mashed Bananas for Eggs in Baking

Learn how to use mashed bananas as an egg substitute and which recipes work best.

By Rachel MacPherson

mashed avocado

How to Use Avocado as an Egg Substitute

Learn how to use avocado as an egg substitute and which recipes work best.

By Rachel MacPherson