Recipe: Chia Pudding
Chia seeds are high in quality protein, fiber, antioxidants and minerals. Up to 75% of the fats found in chia are omega-3, a nutrient must, especially for athletes. Fast and easy + nutrient dense + strength + SO yummy = breakfast from heaven.
Success Stories: Julia Rodriguez
“I noticed the Ketogenic diet was a very common weight loss tool and the food looked like something I could definitely get used to. I basically went to my kitchen and threw away everything that wasn’t on the diet, filled it with the food I was supposed to eat and simply took it one day at a time.”
The Dirty Dozen
Eating fresh produce is one of the best ways to get nutrients in your diet and support optimum health, but did you know many of our foods are often sprayed with toxic pesticides and finished with preservatives to maintain freshness during shipping? Not to worry, you can still achieve a healthier lifestyle without breaking the budget by adopting what is known as the Dirty Dozen and the Clean 15.
Guide: How to Source Food Well
Did you know that how your food is grown greatly impacts its nutrient content? Just because a food is labeled organic in the store does not mean it is your healthiest option. We often spend a pretty penny on our organic food, but these organic foods don’t always give us more nutrients.
Texas Raw Milk Moving Forward!
After briefly stalling in the Senate Health and Human Services Committee, the raw milk bill, SB 95, passed through Committee yesterday by a vote of 8-1! The next step is a vote before the full Senate. We won the first round–and now we need to keep it moving.
How to Make Infused Water
Hydration is absolutely necessary for optimal health. However, sometimes it gets boring drinking plain water all day every day. Sodas, teas and other tasty options, even those labeled healthy, are often full of junk. So, what to do? Make infused water!
Superfood Coffee
I just cannot seem to cut coffee out of my life, nor do I really want to. So, I have been experimenting with ways to make it healthier and yummier. Here is my latest… Mix it all up and enjoy!
Chicken + Butternut Squash Skillet
Looking for a protein packed, veggie filled quick and easy morning breakfast? Try out this Butternut Squash Sauté. It tastes great as is or change it up by adding different seasonings, meat or veggies, like kale.
Peachy Green Smoothie
Smoothies are our go to for an afternoon snack (or meal). I am always looking for ways to get some fresh veggies into my kids’ diet and smoothies are the perfect place. We came up with this delicious new smoothie today. The kiddos dubbed it Peachy Green.
Fun Facts: Cashews
Fun fact for today: Did you know that cashews are a seed? They grow off the cashew apple from an evergreen tree in tropical climates and are a relative of the mango family.
Nourishing Squash Pancakes
In my family breakfast is a big deal! Not only is it great bonding time, a hearty breakfast will fuel you for the rest of the day and prevent that afternoon sugar crash. After doing the GAPS diet we have continued to keep our morning pastries mostly grain free. This is our favourite grain free pancake recipe.
How to make Chicken Bone Broth
One staple for a well-nourished gut while implementing a nutrient dense diet is a good bone broth (or stock). Broth is chock full of minerals and gelatin which are necessary for gut healing. Learn how to make your own.
10+ Easy Ways to Eat More Veggies
Once you decide to focus on eating veggies, it is actually a bit easier than you think. A recent study found that people who consume seven or more portions of vegetables and fruit per day have a 42 percent lower risk of dying from all causes, compared to those who eat less than one portion—and vegetables pack the greatest punch.