Who said you can’t have dessert for breakfast….I’ve been obsessed with this bowl lately… any time of day! It has a great balance of carbs + protein + fat so it keeps me satisfied and feeling good! (plus now that my body can handle more dairy…i’m a happy girl!
Read MoreBUILD A FOUNDATION FOR LONG TERM HEALTH. Optimal digestion is a KEY step in building a solid foundation for optimal health. One of the great things about smoothies & drinks is that the blender does some of the hard work for you in breaking down the food putting less stress on the digestive system.
Read MoreI know peanut butter is like liquid gold from the heavens…..BUT I thought it was time to share this little truth nugget. I have been eating a LOT of peanut butter lately and realized I needed to cut it back a bit and start practicing what I preach. I need to eat my peanut butter in moderation.
Read MoreI love smoothies because they are a great way to pack in gut healing boosters & easily sneak in more veggies. This creamy dreamy smoothie is a perfect breakfast to start your day & fuel your body with a balance of carbs, fat & protein.
Read MoreTurmeric milk aka golden milk is an Indian drink that is becoming super popular! It is known for its many health benefits including anti- inflammatory benefits & immunity.
Read MoreChicken thighs aren’t as bad as people claimed they were when low fat diets were all the rage. Not only do chicken thighs taste better and have more moisture, the darkness indicates that it contains more iron, they are inexpensive AND they contains higher amounts of saturated + monounsaturated fat… which are in fact good for us - of course when eaten in moderation.
Read MoreThis was one of my FAVOURITE dishes I ate when I served a mission in California for my church. It was the perfect dish for me because it’s - gluten free, dairy free + refined sugar free! The members of our congregation would feed us dinner and when we ate at Jennifer + Kevin’s house, I always hoped for this orange chicken. It’s hard to have portion control with this one because it’s so tasty!
Read MoreAre you a french fry snob like me? Fries are one of my favourites… but they better be greasy, salty and flavourful or else i’m out! And as part of the french fry family… it’s so hard to find a delicious crispy potato wedge that is gluten free! I’ve been living my potato wedge dream :) I can’t stop making these! So glad she shared the secret to the perfect crispy potato wedge.
Read MoreFor my vegan pals… or my nacho lovers this is the perfect addition to your Super Bowl snacks. At a farmers market last summer my husband and I tried this AMAZING vegan nacho cheese and they said it was potatoes (of all things) that made it so yummy - so here is our version!
Read MoreAre you always on the go and need a quick smoothie to tide you over?
It’s important to watch what and how much you are adding to your smoothie as the sugar and calories can add up real quick. This is especially the case when you purchase one from a smoothie bar. They obviously want them to be delicious so they add a lot of ‘extras’ we can do without. Just like any meal, it’s important to have a good ratio of carbs, fats & protein to keep a balanced blood sugar and keep you full longer.
Read MoreDon’t get discouraged by the time it can take to eat healthy, it doesn’t have to be pretty (behind the scenes aren’t like these pictures…) The most important thing is, healthy meals can be quick! (this salad took 20 mins TOPS)
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