I’m a creature of habit. I like routines and I often find myself eating the same things over and over. It removes decision fatigue and creates predictability in a world that is incredibly unpredictable. I find a lot of peace in that. So while I greatly enjoy trying new foods and recipes, I also find …
Instead of looking to caffeine or energy drinks to power your day, why not look to real foods for energy? This Energizing Chaga + Maca Smoothie has everything you need to keep the fire burning! And the best part is it isn’t loaded with artificial junk that will cause you to crash later. Chaga is an …
The Brazil nut is the natural world’s highest source of selenium. Selenium is an important nutrient for the thyroid and for immune system function. It is also a wonderful nutrient for strength and endurance as well as brain and cognitive function. If you are looking for a plant-based source of complete protein, the Brazil nut …
I have been dealing with chronic bloating for close to 2 decades. For many of those years I had no idea what was behind the bloating. I just sucked it up (literally) and dealt with it. Now, I am finally beginning to shed some light on the root cause behind bloating and I am more …
Did you know that in addition to being a yummy side dish, sweet potatoes make an excellent snack? I’ve recently begun batch baking sweet potatoes to keep on hand in the fridge as an easy and delicious snack. These perfectly baked sweet potatoes are excellent to have on hand when I’m on the road all …
I first learned about Pemmican when I began ordering my high-quality meats from US Wellness Meats I noticed it under their “Paleo” section and it sounded interesting. When a food sounds interesting I’m pretty much destined to not only try it, but usually to become very fond of it. I ordered a few of these Pemmican …
When I first began my foray into a Real Food Lifestyle (because it really is so much more than a ‘diet’), I struggled with the idea of letting go of my holiday traditions. Specifically, my holiday recipes. Baking for the holidays has been a big part of my traditions since I was probably about 8. …
Traveling to Perú was as much a culinary adventure as it was a mystical adventure. I absolutely loved getting to taste and smell the flavors of Perú! Interestingly, the Peruvian diet was fairly easy for me to adapt to my food preferences (read more about navigating the Peruvian cuisine with dietary restrictions in my ebook). One …
What does a nutrition coach eat for breakfast? Well the answer isn’t the same every day, but I usually find myself eating this Protein Power Ginger Smoothie a couple of times each week. This recipe has come together over time after many months of looking for the right balance of protein in my diet. All …
Finding egg-free breakfast ideas is a common theme I hear as a transformational nutrition coach. Either becuase people get sick of eggs or they are suspecting an egg allergy. My go-to solution is always a good ‘hash’ recipe, like this Broccoli Bacon Parsnip Hash! A ‘hash’ is basically just a one-pan dish of cooked meat, …
