Fish is a stable in my diet. More specifically fresh, wild caught fish. One of my favorite kinds of fish to eat are swordfish steaks as they are nutrient dense and very easy to find in most grocery stores. Swordfish is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, selenium, and vitamin D. (The thyroid appreciates those nutrients!) While creating this recipe I was on a very strict low FODMAP and AIP diet.…
These days it feels like one of the most difficult things to do is to find time for ourselves. Between work, scheduling social time, working out, cooking, cleaning, family time, and normal errands sometimes we miss out on time for ourselves. “Me time” and attending to ourselves is probably the most important of all of these activities and often the most over looked. Those who know me well know that…
When you think of “wellness” or “wellbeing” what comes to mind? When I think of “wellness” or “wellbeing” what comes to mind is the synergetic relationship between the body’s physical, emotional, and mental state. If one of these states are out of balance, then so are the others. Yoga addresses and helps us manage the relationship between the body’s physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing. It helps us find balance to…
The Air Fryer Version of Baked Apples Dessert for me generally means some sort of a fruit concoction. Due to the cooler temperatures warm fruit is a great ayurvedic option for dessert. Since the air fryer is a quick and easy alternative to the oven, I decided to try making baked apples in the air fryer. This fruit dessert is sweetened by nature, paleo, gluten free, dairy free, and has…
The holiday season is upon us! When company is visiting for the holidays it’s always a good idea to have some snacks and treats around the house. These dates balls are perfect for that! They are healthy, nutrient dense, and easy. One characteristic that I love most about this date ball recipe is that the recipe allows for creativity. Most of the ingredients in this recipe are interchangeable. Keep the…
As nature shows us, fall is the season of transformation. Weather changes, leaves alter state, and root vegetables are in peak season. It is important for us to adapt and change with the season to remain balanced during such a transformational time. Ayurveda, a sister science to yoga, informs us of ways we can adapt with fall. The food we eat, our yoga practice, and our daily habits can help…
In yoga there are seven energy points in the body referred to as “chakras.” These chakras are believed to be energy wheels that, when in a balanced state, are “open” and aligned. Chakras correspond to areas of our body that affect our emotional and physical well-being. When a chakra is blocked or out of alignment we can experience mental, emotional, and physical symptoms. Each chakra has specific affirmations to help…
Fall is here and so is your new favorite no bake fall treat! These carrot cake bars are made with only nature’s natural sugars and are packed with quality nutrients. These bars are also gluten free, dairy free, and paleo. You can add the dairy free cream cheese frosting or exclude for a lower calorie dessert. (Honestly, these bars are so delicious you may decide to keep them unfrosted!) Check…
Nadi Shodhana Breathing is a simple vitality to life that we generally don’t pay much attention to. At its essence breathing is life. We involuntarily breathe every day, all day long. In yoga, we refer to this as pranayama. In Sanskrit pranayama translates to “the control of life force.” Controlling our breathing can help regulate systems in our body and different breathing techniques can help us support different bodily functions.…
Football season is upon us and so is the delicious game day grub. Who says that in order to eat for sustainable wellness we have to compromise fun food we love? No one! We can just learn how to alter it for our own particular health goals. I love to entertain and embrace the challenge of making healthy food delicious. (It’s even an added bonus when I impress my guests…
