My favorite cuisine is definitely Indonesian. And I love using similar spices and flavors in my cooking today. It’s the easiest thing for me to throw together when I need a quick meal and it’s packed with flavor. I always keep red onion, garlic, and ginger on hand. The smell of them sautéing takes me right back to SE Asia. I absolutely love it. Here is a super simple recipe that takes[...]
I strongly believe that you cannot supplement your way out of a bad diet or lifestyle. However, supplements are a great addition to enhance your diet and lifestyle because sometimes it can be hard to get in all the nutrients we need. Our environment, genetics, diet, and lifestyle all factor into what vitamins and minerals we need and could be deficient in. Also, just a quick note on suppl[...]
One simple replacement of a processed food item in your kitchen is a step in the right direction towards a healthier diet and lifestyle. Chemicals and additives in foods can lead to many side effects including insulin resistance, brain fog, fatigue, digestive upset, weight gain, and more. Focus on swapping out these processed foods for whole foods which contain fewer ingredients, are less[...]
How do I take care of my mental, physical, spiritual, and relational health? Today I’m sharing with you the things I do every day that keep me physically in shape, mentally strong, and full of joy. I’m not perfect and I definitely have ups and downs, but the following 10 things are habits and I do them every day to keep myself happy and whole. I hope you find these helpful and can[...]
For years, I suffered with severe acne, beginning in middle school into adulthood. This has been one of my greatest insecurities and battles with my health. I will dive deeper into what I did to heal my skin, but today I have something for you... I’m sharing the top three CLEAN beauty products that helped clear my skin. I have done tons of research on products for acne-prone skin and[...]
Today I'm sharing with you a new series that I'll be sharing at the end of each month that highlights what I've been up to, my favorite things, and what I'm grateful for. March 2020 has been filled with A LOT of unexpected happenings that are affecting the entire world. This has really given me a chance to step back, reflect on my life, and focus on things I haven't had time for. I hope yo[...]
Anyone else a lover of all things chocolate?? These delicious peanut butter cups make a perfect evening dessert or sweet snack during the day. With adaptogens like ashwagandha and maca, they not only taste delicious, they also support the body in adapting to stress. Ashwagandha is amazing at reducing inflammation, stress, and anxiety. Maca has been shown to help improve your mood and incr[...]
Despite the chaos of the current events, what can we do to boost our immune systems and stay positive? Here are some of practical tips: Get outside. If at all possible spend time outdoors (avoiding large crowds) to boost your vitamin D and lower stress. Take a walk, hike, bike, or simply sit outside in the sun. Do everything you can to keep your stress low. Stressing out over what’s goi[...]
In November 2019, I received my certification as a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner. So, what exactly is nutritional therapy? According to the Nutritional Therapy Association, a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner (FNTP) “is a professional educated by the Nutritional Therapy Association, Inc.® [FNTPs] are trained to evaluate a client’s nutritional needs and make b[...]
Here is my favorite treat as of late. This recipe is inspired by Lex Daddio of Restoring Radiance. I make a batch of these about once a week and store it in the fridge for a quick on the go snack. Check out Lex's blog here. I love her balanced approach to health plus she has tons of great recipes! My Go To Energy Bites Simple, minimal, and delicious grab and go snack.[...]
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