Growing up I was one of those lucky people who never had a serious struggle with acne.  Of course I got the occasional teenager blemish, and the “welcome to your 30’s random break-out,” but overall I was blessed with really great skin. That all changed a few years ago. Due to a severe illness, I […]

We hear so much now about how gut health affects our health as a whole, both physical and emotional but what does that actually mean? And how do we know if our gut is in need of some TLC? The gut, also known as the digestive system, is an essential body system responsible for breaking […]

Your  microbiome is the regulator of your metabolism and you have more control over it than you may think! A strong, healthy microbiome is one that has the most variety of microbes and to get that variety we need to incorporate a wide variety of foods. Eat food makes its own footprint on our gut. […]

A little bit of savory, a little bit of sweet and a whole lot of flavor. I like my food to have a lot of depth and a variety of textures and this sweet potato apple bake fulfills all of those needs. It’s vegetarian, Paleo and Whole 30 compliant and is the perfect addition to […]

Holiday party season is in full swing, and for many of us the next few weeks will likely be full of social engagements. Celebrations are an important part of life and are actually really beneficial for your health as they connect you with friends and family and bring joy, but they can also wreak havoc […]

INGREDIENTS SALAD 4 cups of broccoli, chopped very small 1 cup shredded carrots 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds 1/4 cup green onions, chopped ¾ cup chopped fresh cilantro ½ cup dried cranberries or fresh blueberries 1-2 tablespoons real maple syrup (optional)   DRESSING 1/3 cup tahini 1 large lemon, juiced 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 3-5 […]