More and more we as a society are realizing just how important gut health is to our overall wellbeing. The gut truly is the "second brain" - it affects digestive health, skin health, mental health, and more. Adding probiotic-rich foods into your daily diet is the best and most natural way to get …
Ho Ho Holiday Smoothie!
This was actually a bit of an experiment, but it turned out AMAZING so I had to share! If you want the taste of Christmas cheer in your mouth but still want a quick and nutritious meal, look no further than this recipe! Ho Ho Holiday Smoothie Recipe One banana 1 cup spinach 1 cup …
Body Image, Weight, and Acceptance
Believe it or not, just about everyone has struggled with body image at one point in their lives. Humans like to be comfortable in their surroundings; when it feels like we are different from everyone else, it can lead to a downward spiral of self rejection and low self-esteem. Since body image has …
Guilty Pleasure Vegan Pancakes
Breakfast has always been a form of comfort in my household; finding healthy alternatives to your go-to comfort foods can make it even better! From the waffles and pancakes to the breakfast casseroles, nothing compares to that "breakfast aroma" filling up the house. That’s where this amazing recipe …
Is Meatless Monday For You?
For someone who has always known that vegetarianism is not for her, I’ve been thinking a lot about choosing one day of the week to not eat meat. Of course, I’ve heard and seen people participating in, “Meatless Monday,” but I didn’t know much about it. After some digging, I found that Meatless …
Kabocha Squash: The Squash You Didn’t Know You Were Missing
Several years ago, I was perusing through the isles of the local natural foods store when I came across an odd looking vegetable in the produce section. It looked like a cross between a pumpkin and an acorn squash. Upon closer examination of this UFO (unidentified food object), I learned that it was …
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Veggie of the week: Bok Choy
What comes to mind when you hear the phrase “eat your leafy greens?” The average person may associate leafy greens with kale, spinach or broccoli, but there are so many other fantastic green vegetables that offer the same (if not more) benefits. Bok Choy, also known as Pakchoi or Chinese cabbage, …
Make Some Healthy Swtiches
If you’re like me, there are certain foods you just refuse to give up. Do you really think I could go a day without peanut butter? Come on. But seriously, I am all for eating the foods you like. Life is too short to cut things out of your diet, however, making that certain food a little bit …