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About Karen Kelly

Karen Kelly, a food and travel writer, is the founder of Seasonal Cravings. She is also a health coach certified by the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. She has been featured in numerous media outlets, including the AP Wire and MSN.

You can see a collection of her published articles here.

I'm so glad you stopped by.  A bit about me... I received my health coaching certification from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition in 2020.  I am also a busy mom and wife, juggling practices, homework, and dinner time.  My husband Jim and I have three children aged 20, 18, and 16, and one super cute pup, named Cooper.  🐶 I graduated from Harvard University with a Master's in Technology in Education in 2003.  This blog is about how I married my love of healthy eating and my background in technology.  

My eating philosophy is pretty simple, and I think this is the key to a long and healthy relationship with food: eat more fresh fruits and vegetables, lean protein, and some healthy fats. Oh yeah, and don't deprive yourself.  If you want a Gluten Free Donut, eat one and move on. Don't beat yourself up about it.  I have found over the years that when I avoid all sweets, I binge later on.

About five years ago, I had stomach problems and fatigue, so I met with a holistic nutritionist and decided to try to go gluten free for two weeks.  She helped me do an elimination diet, and I realized that gluten was messing with me.  Luckily, I do not have celiac disease, and I can tolerate some now and then.  I know there are a lot of people out there who are on special diets, and that's why I label everything gluten free, paleo, whole 30, and dairy free.This blog started as a way for me to share my gluten free recipes when it was not easy to cook gluten free.  Although I no longer have to eat strictly gluten free, I help my clients follow a gluten free diet if that has been recommended by a doctor. 

Gluten Free Resources

  • How To Go Gluten Free for Beginners
  • Gluten Free Food List
  • Gluten Free Meal Plan
  • Ultimate List of Gluten Free Blogs
  • 20 Best Gluten Free Products at Trader Joe's
  • 100 Gluten Free Lunch Ideas for Kids

Associated Press Travel and Food Articles

Solo Travel Skyrockets for 2024 - Here’s What You Should Know

The Caribbean Is 2024's Top Travel Trend for Sun, Culture, and Romance

93% of Americans Ready to Splurge on Winter Travel This Year

How To Get the Cheapest Flights for Summer 2024

The Top 3 Travel Destinations To Visit in 2024

Extreme Tourism: Pushing Boundaries in Pursuit of Thrilling Adventures

Enjoy Sun and Scenery at The Most Beautiful Beaches in The Country

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MSN Travel Articles

Mexican Magic on a Budget: Discovering Affordable Charms Across Mexico

The Worst Time to Visit the Caribbean and When You Should Go

Seasonal Cravings has been featured in...

  • US Culture and Syle Today
  • SCNow
  • MSN
  • Bob's Red Mill
  • MeatHacker
  • Institute for Integrative Nutrition
  • The Daily Meal
  • Napa Valley Register
  • Buzzfeed
  • Greatist
  • Business Herald Online
  • Country Living
  • Brit +Co
  • feedfeed
  • Wausau Pilot and Review
  • Highland News-Sun
  • 94.5 The Answer
  • The Facts
  • Sight Magazine

Brands I Have Worked With

  • Bob's Red Mill
  • Campbell's Soup
  • Foster Farms
  • Cavit Wines
  • Sonoma-Cutrer
  • Eggland's Best
  • Woodbridge Wines
  • Bonne Maman
  • Beaujolais Wine
  • Celestial Seasonings
  • Vinho Verde Wines

Institute for Integrative Nutrition information

Let's Connect!

I love hearing from readers so drop me a line at [email protected] or join us on Pinterest, Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, FlipBoard, Muck Rack, Qwoted and Instagram.  Tell me about your kitchen successes and failures!

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  1. Laura Plumb says

    May 25, 2016 at 11:41 pm

    Hi Karen, Boston, Nantucket, Cockapoos and food blogging - looks like we have a few things in common. Thanks to FBP for the connection. Appreciate your enthusiasm and generous spirit.

    Reply
  2. Karen Kelly says

    July 18, 2016 at 2:03 am

    Thanks Laura, so glad to see you here!

    Reply
  3. Amy says

    August 03, 2016 at 2:30 pm

    Hello neighbor!! So glad to have found your blog!

    Reply
    • Karen @ Seasonal Cravings says

      August 28, 2016 at 11:26 am

      Thanks Amy, nice to meet you too!

      Reply
  4. Amy says

    December 06, 2018 at 9:45 pm

    I made your pumpkin soup recipe and it was delicious! Thank you.

    Reply
    • Karen Kelly says

      December 10, 2018 at 10:31 am

      Thanks for letting me know!

      Reply
  5. Karen Kantor says

    August 21, 2020 at 10:59 pm

    I made your blackberry banana bread (gf) and it was great.
    These is an error in the recipe on seasonalcravings.com as in step 6 it refers to adding chocolate chips.

    Reply
  6. Corrynn says

    August 30, 2021 at 2:24 pm

    Quick question about your Gluten Fre Zucchini Bread: Your recipe calls for Bob’s Red Mill GF All Purpose Flour, but doesn’t call for xanthum Gum. When I searched for that flour, I could only find Bob’s Red Mill GF All Purpose Baking Flour — and on the package that flour notes to add Xanthum gum, which I did and it turned out fine, but I’d prefer not to use xanthum gum if I can avoid it. Can you clarify which flour you use that doesn’t require xanthum gum? (Note that I realize BRM has a 1:1 GF baking flour that includes xanthum bum, but as I said I’d prefer to avoid the xanthum gum entirely).
    Thanks!

    Reply
  7. thomas says

    February 14, 2023 at 4:39 pm

    i have a cooking utensil question. I want to spatchcock a chicken and i need a good pair of kitchen shears do you have a good manufacturer.?

    Reply
    • Karen Kelly says

      February 14, 2023 at 5:26 pm

      Hi there, I just use the OXO Good Grips Multi-Purpose ones from Amazon and they work great. I make sure the kids don't use them to cut other things. 🙂

      Reply
  8. Karen Kelley says

    March 03, 2024 at 12:41 pm

    My name is Karen Kelley. As you know it's kind of a common name. There are a lot of us out there. I am a single mother, and I have 4 children that I raised alone. When the marriage ended, I had 7 year old twins, a son that was 5 and my daughter was 3 years old. .They are all adults and 1 of my sons is a veteran. I never thought about being gluten free, when I was cooking for my family. Now, my kids are grown and II am older and would like to learn about gluten free. Thank you for your response. Have a good day...

    Reply
  9. Mary E Henricksen says

    November 22, 2024 at 10:59 am

    Can you leave out the eggs in gluten free stuffing! My cousin is dairy free also!

    Reply
  10. Janet E Hackenberg says

    February 14, 2025 at 3:56 pm

    Do you have suggestions for your recipes, when like me, I don't have a instant pot?

    Reply
    • Karen Kelly says

      February 17, 2025 at 5:49 pm

      Which recipe are you referring to and I'll see if I can help.

      Reply
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