Welcome to the end of another calendar year. As we prepare to transition into 2024, I wanted to leave you with my thoughts on the importance of rest in the Wintertime. Last Winter I offered an 8 week seasonal journey that was themed “Rest & Renew”. Our focus was self-care, […]
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Supporting the Immune System with Food
As we welcome November, a time of shifting weather, activities and schedules, it is a great time to assess and support your immune health to keep you healthy during the season commonly known as “cold and flu season”. If you partake in the Fall and Winter holidays , it usually […]
Read MoreGut Health: a key to optimal health
Did you know that gut health is one of the keys to optimal health? Our gut microbiome is made up of microorganisms, bacteria, viruses, fungi and other living materials in the digestive tract. 70-80% of the immune system is housed in the gut microbiome, so the health of the gut […]
Read MoreOrzo Salad Recipe
Summer isn’t complete without a good pasta salad. This recipe is a favorite of mine and a crowd pleaser, and it has a nice zing to it! Orzo is an Italian pasta that is shaped like a large, oval shaped grain of rice. It’s only ingredient is durum wheat […]
Read MoreSummer Fruit Salad
Summer is less than a week away and will bring an opportunity to nourish yourself in different ways. A good fruit salad is one way to feed your body with essential nutrients while providing hydration to your muscles, tissues and joints. The juicy kiwi and peach chunks send this fruit […]
Read MoreSpring Cleaning with Chia Seeds
Seeds provide our bodies with essential vitamins and minerals, and chia seeds are a favorite of mine for Springtime because of their cleansing properties and ability to help remove toxins and buildup from our digestive system. Chia seeds are a superfood that support strength and digestion. A serving (3 tbsp) […]
Read MoreReasons to love Quinoa
Ever since I discovered quinoa (pronounced keen-wah), it has been a staple in my pantry especially in the Spring and Summer months. Quinoa is technically a seed but classified as a grain and is gluten free, so works for most people with celiac disease or a gluten intolerance. Because of […]
Read MoreBrussels Sprouts Benefits
Brussels sprouts are an amazing Winter and early Spring cruciferous vegetable and superfood that provides numerous health benefits. They are packed full of antioxidants and Vitamin C to nourish and support the immune system, cleansing properties that help to detox the body and they are anti-inflammatory which can reduce inflammation […]
Read MoreGetting Organized this Fall
Welcome to Fall! We are almost a week into this enchanting season after the Equinox on 9/22/22. I appreciate all 4 seasons for what each one offers us. Some things I enjoy about Fall are sitting around a fire, warm soups, hikes & connecting with nature, grounding foods & activities, […]
Read MoreIt starts with each of us.
How are you feeling? In recent conversations, I have learned that many people are feeling concerned about the state of the world and the behaviors of others. Some are feeling the heaviness of all that is going on around the world, a sense of overwhelm, anxiety, depression and hopelessness. Many […]
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