EAT WELL

I strongly believe there is no ONE nutrition plan that works for everyone. There is so much confusion surrounding what we should be eating. When you’re feeling unsure if you should eat something or not, the question you need to ask yourself is:

“Is what I am eating a nutrient-dense, whole food?”

We will take a deeper dive into many of the topics that create food confusion. These will include:
Nutrient Density
Food Psychology and calming practices around food
Intuitive Eating Tips
Macro and Micronutrients
Nature’s Superfoods
Food combining
Making Vegetables the STAR
Gut health
What’s right for YOUR body (Paleo/Whole 30, low carb/keto, low fat, vegetarian/vegan, and macro counting)
Micronutrients
Dairy & Grains

And, of course, I will share some favorite healthy recipes!

Most importantly, know there is no one-size-fits-all approach to YOUR nutrition. We have different genes, different gene expression, different lifestyles, health issues, activity levels, and goals. All of these elements influence what an optimal approach might be, and these factors change over time. The only way to truly know what is best for you is experimentation. We will cover how to go about doing finding your optimal nutrition and offer you support and tips to make nutrition less overwhelming.

TRUTH: I STILL get overwhelmed by nutrition too, the constant evolution of science surrounding food, and I study this stuff. I get stressed and grab a cookie. Making ourselves aware of our habits is one step in moving closer to healthier eating. But a cookie now and then is what makes life more fun! We will find the balance between what nourishes your body, and what feeds your soul.

Well Played Wellness 10/5/20 Well Played Wellness 10/5/20

The Making of a Meal Matrix

Let me tell you about the Meal Matrix. Now we could file this article under both food and stress because it tackles both, and that’s what I like about it so much. Simplify your life and plan healthy meals all with one quick read. BONUS: links to more than 25 recipes!!

Well Played Wellness 9/29/20 Well Played Wellness 9/29/20

Cereal for Breakfast? It’s Convenient but…

We can get all worked up over breakfast, can’t we? There are SO MANY varying opinions on if it’s important, not important, what should it look like, what should be in it, how marketing experts can make us feel like their cereal is healthy…it’s A LOT. Find out why cereal is falsely marketed as nutritious and discover some other great, quick options to start your day.

Well Played Wellness 9/28/20 Well Played Wellness 9/28/20

Pumpkin Chili with Avocado Sauce

Fall is in the air but not everything has to be Pumpkin Spice and everything sweet and bad for you. Try this ridiculously good and protein-packed Pumpkin Chili with a homemade avocado sauce!

Well Played Wellness 9/22/20 Well Played Wellness 9/22/20

Healthier Zucchini Lasagna

This Zucchini Lasagna recipe can be modified to add cheese if you like, but darn is this paleo recipe delicious.

Well Played Wellness 9/14/20 Well Played Wellness 9/14/20

Lemon Parm Shrimp and Veggies

Looking for a quick, easy and HEALTHY shrimp recipe for a nice outdoor dinner? Look no further than this Lemon Parm Shrimp and Veggie recipe that can be adapted for Paleo AND Whole 30.

Well Played Wellness 9/8/20 Well Played Wellness 9/8/20

Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins

Try out this awesome banana chocolate chip recipe for a quick and easy snack on the go.

Well Played Wellness 9/3/20 Well Played Wellness 9/3/20

Fullness: Cues and Control

Hunger and fullness cues can feel confusing after years of any combination of dieting, intermittent fasting, overeating, or simply ignoring the cues themselves. If listening to your body sounds like a foreign concept, you are not alone!