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What’s new in Wellness: Trends you should expect to see in 2017

What’s new in Wellness: Trends you should expect to see in 2017

Hi all! As we wrap up a new year, it’s good to note there are many emerging health and wellness trends that are predicted to soar during 2017. The nutrition field is continually growing as more scientific evidence emerges regarding the healthy, whole foods we know and love, and some we aren’t so familiar with. Here is my personalized opinion of what health and wellness trends you should expect to see as we head into the New Year. (more…)

Creamy Vegan Broccoli Potato Soup

Creamy Vegan Broccoli Potato Soup

Soups and stews are SO comforting and delicious as we head into the colder months. Creamy soups can be EXTRA comforting on chilly days. Here, I’ve created a creamy and delicious soup without the guilt attached or the added pounds. Blending the potatoes gives a smooth and silky texture along with added healthy fat from tahini. Cozy up with this bowl of deliciousness this weekend without the guilt.  (more…)

Bursted Berry Pancakes with Caramelized Bananas

Bursted Berry Pancakes with Caramelized Bananas

 

You’ll be wanting to bookmark this breakfast hit for later, a.k.a. this coming weekend. These pancakes are full of nutrition yet taste as indulgent as ever. They have a soft texture yet a crispy edge, slathered with pure maple syrup and topped with caramelized bananas. The burst of berry provides flavonoids like anthocyanins, containing antioxidant properties among many others found in berries. (more…)

5 Ways to Be Mindful & Thrive on Thanksgiving

5 Ways to Be Mindful & Thrive on Thanksgiving

I’m not here to tell you that you should be restricting yourself on Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving is a holiday where we come together with family and/or friends to give thanks for all that we have. It’s not a time where we need to feel guilty or restrict ourselves – this only fosters a negative relationship with food. Being mindful and having some good self awareness will help stave off extra unwanted pounds this holiday. Here are my five tips for being mindful and thriving on Thanksgiving!  (more…)

Broccoli Tricolored Quinoa Burgers

Broccoli Tricolored Quinoa Burgers

If you’re not already on the veggie burger train, this hearty Broccoli Quinoa Burger just may persuade you. Filled with protein and cancer fighting compounds, this “burger” will definitely leave you feeling all the feels – it’s satisfying, textured, and keeps you full from all of the beneficial fiber.  (more…)

Nutty Pumpkin Banana Smoothie

Nutty Pumpkin Banana Smoothie

Hope everyone had a spooky and fun Halloween! Now what to do with all that pumpkin??! Whether you have actual pumpkins that you don’t know what to do with, or canned pumpkin – here is a delicious breakfast or snack option to use up the goods. Smoothies are also great for satiety (staying fuller, longer) and providing a great mix of macro and micronutrients to naturally energize the body.  (more…)

Hearty Lentil Meatballs & Pasta

Hearty Lentil Meatballs & Pasta

Here’s my take on a traditional Italian dish – pasta and meatballs. I can’t tell you how much I enjoyed the texture of these meatballs – and they even look like real meat. Lentils are a great meat substitute and are full of fiber and protein. 1 cup of cooked lentils contains 18 GRAMS OF PROTEIN! Thats only 3 grams less than a 3 oz. serving of meat. 1 cup will also provide 20% of your daily intake of potassium which is great for blood pressure, and a whopping 36% of daily iron.
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5 Tips for Fall Meal Prepping

5 Tips for Fall Meal Prepping

Happy Fall! It’s that time of year where the weather starts getting colder, everyone gets a little busier and healthy eating may become a little harder to follow through with. That’s where meal prepping comes in. Meal planning and prepping ahead of time can help get you through busy times and feel energized, nourished and healthy through it all.  Fall is a great time to enjoy seasonal squash, root vegetables, delicious healthy goodies and hearty soups and stews. (more…)

10 Things to Know Today: September 7

10 Things to Know Today: September 7

Hi y’all. This is always a busy week for everyone with getting back into the swing of things with work and school, so I thought I would round up a few sources to keep you on track this week. Happy September! (more…)

Simple whole grain pasta with crispy kale and brussel sprouts

Simple whole grain pasta with crispy kale and brussel sprouts

Happy September! Now is the perfect time to start falling back into healthy habits (pun intended) and setting new goals if you’ve fallen off the bandwagon over the summer. If you’re overwhelmed by the amount of changes you’d like to make, don’t forget to start small and work your way towards a healthier lifestyle one change at a time. I created this simple recipe to get you started. It’s packed with nutrition yet still tastes indulgent and delicious.  (more…)