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.  

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Spaghetti Squash Pizza Bake

I am obsessed with this spaghetti squash pizza bake, it’s a quick easy, guilty pleasure kind of meal that is actually healthy too! Check out this recipe and make this one of your weekly go-tos.

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Tips to Keep You from Overindulging at a Party

You may need a few tips on navigating those holiday gatherings tips to help keep you from overindulging. When we eat and socialize, our tendency is to pay less attention to what we are eating and drinking. Before you know it, you’ve eaten an entire day’s worth of calories at one party. I want to help you to be more mindful of what you’re eating, and to not experience a setback in your fitness, but still be social (if you want!)

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Sneaky Greens for Kids

I LOOOOOVE sneaking greens past my kiddos. My daughter loves to say, “But I hate peppers! But I hate tomatoes! But I hate broccoli! But I hate brussels sprouts!” You get the idea. Let me share my favorite ways to sneak greens into their diet…any my husband’s.

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Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

Fall is a time for making food for the soul and nothing speaks better to that than the rich flavor and health benefits of pumpkin. Try out these pumpkin chocolate chip muffins for this fabulous fall season.

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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!!

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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!

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