Hello and welcome! I’m Dr. Evelyn Reed, and I’m so glad you’ve found your way to Savory Sides.
As a Registered Dietitian with a Ph.D. in Nutritional Sciences, I’ve spent my career studying the powerful connection between food and health. For years, I worked in a clinical setting, helping people navigate complex dietary restrictions.
My Journey to Savory Sides
In my work, I saw a repeating pattern. My patients would leave my office with a list of foods to avoid, but they also left with a sense of fear and frustration. They saw their new diet as a life sentence of eating bland, joyless food.
The true turning point came when my own father was diagnosed with a condition that required a strict low-sodium diet. I saw his love for food disappear. He felt punished by his meals, and I knew there had to be a better way.
I took my scientific knowledge into the kitchen. I wasn’t just removing problem ingredients; I was on a mission to add flavor back in. I used my understanding of how herbs, spices, and cooking techniques create flavor to develop recipes for my dad that were so delicious, he didn’t even miss the salt.
Seeing him truly enjoy his food again was the most rewarding moment of my career. It was then I realized I could help so many more people by sharing what I’d learned.
My Mission: To Bring Joy Back to Your Kitchen
I created Savory Sides for my dad, and now, for you.
My mission is to take the fear and confusion out of special diets. I want to give you the confidence to get back in the kitchen and cook meals that are not only safe for your body but are also a delight for your taste buds.
On this site, you will find:
- Safe & Tested Recipes: Every recipe is carefully developed and tested by me to meet specific dietary needs without sacrificing flavor.
- Science-Made-Simple: I’ll explain the “why” behind our ingredient choices, so you can learn the fundamentals of healthy cooking.
- A Source of Encouragement: You are not alone on this journey. This is a place of support and inspiration.
Thank you for being here. I can’t wait to help you discover just how delicious healthy eating can be. Contact Me Here.
With warmth,
Dr. Evelyn Reed, R.D.