Have you heard the term “gut-brain connection”? This is a relatively new concept in modern research and it’s a fascinating one. Mental health has become a topic on everyone’s minds, and it’s a subject that researchers are finding out more about all the time. One of the most interesting discoveries about mental health is the...Read More
It’s grilling season! Time to add some extra delicious flavour to your vegetables. This salad contains a beautiful variety of flavours and textures, it’s far from boring and bland. Adding sweet potatoes to a salad is something I have recently started doing and I love it! They add a different texture to the salad so...Read More
Cobb salad is a classic, and so is ranch dressing! It’s even better when you make it yourself from wholesome ingredients. It’s the perfect flavourful and filling lunch. This ranch dressing starts with a paleo avocado oil mayonnaise base (you can find our recipe here). This ranch dressing is creamy and delicious with no dairy...Read More
Pesto is a summer staple, as everyone’s basil plants begin to flourish. This salad makes a perfect dinner on a summer night. This salad feels light and summery with the grilled asparagus, crisp lettuce, and herby dressing, but it is also nice and filling so you won’t be searching for a snack an hour later....Read More
Is it time to finally hunker down and get your gut sorted out? All that burping, bloating, gas, urgency, pain, heartburn, discomfort, and tossing and turning at night generally doesn’t self-resolve. You are likely experiencing these symptoms because of something you are doing or not doing regularly. It will take a little investigative work to...Read More
Everyone knows what to do when you have several very ripe bananas on your counter– you get baking! This recipe for healthy banana chocolate chip muffins is perfect for using up your stash of overripe bananas. There are a few swaps in this recipe compared with a traditional recipe that uses white flour, butter, and...Read More
Adaptogens have become a wellness trend, but what are they really? An adaptogenic herb is one that supports our resilience to stress and low mood: they help us adapt. Stress management is the biggest factor when it comes to our health, so it’s imperative that we support our body by removing stressors whenever possible and increasing...Read More
This salad has all the things that make for a great salad: crispy, crunchy, creamy, and briney elements. The golden rule for a good salad is variety, and this one definitely follows that rule! If you like greek salad, you’ll love this recipe. Want to make it dairy free? Easy! Just leave off the halloumi....Read More
Pickled red onions are the perfect topping to add a punch of flavour. They’re one of those things that makes a meal so much tastier. You could pickle the onions the traditional way through fermentation, which I have done before with delicious results, but these quick pickles only need about an hour before they’re ready!...Read More
Have you ever said “if only healthy eating took less time and effort, I would eat healthier because I love eating nutritious food!”? I think we all have at some point! For so many people, enjoying healthy food is not the thing stopping them. It’s finding the time to prepare that food. Eating nutritious food...Read More
