As someone who's been cooking and creating recipes for years, I'm always on the lookout for new and exciting flavour combinations. I love experimenting with different ingredients and finding ways to make classic dishes more accessible to people who are gluten-free. I believe that everyone should be able to enjoy delicious food ALWAYS. Get ready for the BEST gluten-free tabouleh!
Read MoreZERO CALORIES? Sign me up!!! All those low calorie protein bars + foods were my thing…because it had “no sugar!” But it’s almost freaky to think - this thing or drink I am consuming has zero calories… but is so flavourful, sweet and delicious! As good as they taste (ahem diet coke) it can be negatively affecting your gut microbiome….
Read MoreThe lining of your intestine is lie a thin window screen. If you poke holes in it, bugs will enter your house. That’s exactly what happens in a leaky gut. The cells that line your intestine are supposed to be joined tightly to one another. If these tight junctions loosen, bacteria/other microbes, their toxins, undigested foods and chemicals in food enter your bloodstream. They trigger...
Read MoreWhatever symptoms you are experiencing….- stomach pain
- bloating
- heartburn/acid reflux
- diarrhea/constipation
- IBS like symptoms
- fatigue
...to name a few, I imagine it's incredibly frustrating, uncomfortable and even painful. Your gut problems could even be affecting the quality of your life...in ways you may not even realize.
I have created a good gut mini book just for you! These good gut recipes are a start in the right direction. Life, and the food we consume can take a toll on our bodies, especially our gut. I made this Good Gut mini book to give you some gut loving meal inspiration with a bonus tip for digestion inside! ;)
Read MoreI always talk about ‘the gut’ around here … but what does that actually mean? Let’s find out! Understanding how the gut works can help us keep things running more smoothly. The gut effectively is our digestive system as a whole. The body works together like a machine - if one part isn’t working right it can lead to a cascade of problems. Each part of the digestive system affects the next. The digestive tract includes…
Read MoreAn imbalance of “good” and “bad” bacteria in the intestines may contribute to weight gain, high blood sugar, allergies, digestive trouble and other disorders. Picture this….The good bacteria line up like little solders along your gut lining protecting it, but when they are weakened or damaged due to stress, a highly processed diet, alcohol, poor digestive habits etc. the healthy gut lining can be compromised. This weakened gut lining is called leaky gut or intestinal permeability, and can lead to food sensitivity symptoms and many other health issues.
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