The last 50 years has been an absolute roller coaster ride when it comes to nutrition. It turns out the cheap, highly processed, and sugar loaded foods that have dominated our nutrition profiles are linked to every major chronic disease. If you haven’t yet, it’s time to transition to a real food breakfast. We have bought into many misguided stories…
Simple and tasty ways to prepare vegetables serves as the foundation to healthy eating. Cauliflower and broccoli mash up really well as a replacement to traditional potatoes. Pair this recipe with any protein for a balanced meal! -Rinse and trim a medium head of cauliflower and small bunch of broccoli (or buy pre-prepared). -Start with 3 TBSP of avocado oil…
It’s easier than you realize to put together powerful, nutrient dense combinations. Here’s a bed of chopped apple with some crushed nuts, nut (or seed) butter, and simple seasoning. Enjoy! Ingredients: -Apple or Banana -Walnuts, Pecans, and/or Cashews -Couple of raisins -Cinnamon -Honey -Chop your fruit of choice into small chunks and set in a small bowl -Place a handful…
Get those greens! Spinach is a powerhouse veggie we all need more of. If you’re looking for a simple alternative to salad, grab this simple recipe packed with spinach, celery, and apple… Ingredients: -2-3 cups of spinach -3-4 stalks of celery -1/3 of a sweet onion -1 green apple -1 cup of parsley -1-2 cloves of garlic -Small chunk of…
When you look at this picture, you know what you’re getting into. Nutrient dense, crunchy, and straight up refreshing. Pair it with anything you want as part of a balanced meal! Dressing: 3 TBSP of olive oil 1 TBSP of apple cider vinegar 1/2 of fresh squeezed lemon 1 tsp of mustard powder 1 tsp of sea salt 1 tsp…
Ultra-processed dairy is a staple in American diets. Many in our culture don’t know of the other more natural sources of calcium that are available in foods. Calcium is an essential mineral helping us build and maintain strong teeth and bones. Here’s the best non-dairy options out there… Leafy Greens: Collard Greens and Kale are packed full of fiber, vitamins,…
Smoothies are an easy way to grab a few extra servings of fruits and vegetables. Great as a snack, light meal, or addition to a meal. Here’s a recipe that tastes fresh and is simple to prepare. Enjoy! You’ll need a blender that can handle full fruits and vegetables. The Vitamix, Blendtec, and Ninja are all great options. Blending a…
It’s not easy out there! We’re fighting an uphill battle to reclaim our health. If you’re having a hard time giving up the sweets or the crunch, here’s some of the underlying reasons… You’re Addicted: Processed foods were designed to make you consumers. Refined sugar has been shown to be as addictive as cocaine. Refined carbohydrates take your body on…
Cast iron cooking is great anytime of year, particularly if you want to sear the perfect steak. Here’s the break down for how make a quick and easy steak, mushroom, and onion combination for a delicious home cooked meal. If you don’t have a cast iron pan, you can still use a regular frying pan! Steak Prep: Take 2 strip…
It’s definitely confusing getting health and medical advice these days. There’s A LOT of conflicting information. However, if you read through enough of articles and studies, consistent themes present themselves. Here’s the Top 3 Health Habits that everyone agrees upon… Vegetables and Fruits: There are very few cases where increasing the amount of vegetables and fruits in your diet…