EAT WELL
I strongly believe there is no ONE nutrition plan that works for everyone. There is so much confusion surrounding what we should be eating. When you’re feeling unsure if you should eat something or not, the question you need to ask yourself is:
“Is what I am eating a nutrient-dense, whole food?”
We will take a deeper dive into many of the topics that create food confusion. These will include:
Nutrient Density
Food Psychology and calming practices around food
Intuitive Eating Tips
Macro and Micronutrients
Nature’s Superfoods
Food combining
Making Vegetables the STAR
Gut health
What’s right for YOUR body (Paleo/Whole 30, low carb/keto, low fat, vegetarian/vegan, and macro counting)
Micronutrients
Dairy & Grains
And, of course, I will share some favorite healthy recipes!
Most importantly, know there is no one-size-fits-all approach to YOUR nutrition. We have different genes, different gene expression, different lifestyles, health issues, activity levels, and goals. All of these elements influence what an optimal approach might be, and these factors change over time. The only way to truly know what is best for you is experimentation. We will cover how to go about doing finding your optimal nutrition and offer you support and tips to make nutrition less overwhelming.
TRUTH: I STILL get overwhelmed by nutrition too, the constant evolution of science surrounding food, and I study this stuff. I get stressed and grab a cookie. Making ourselves aware of our habits is one step in moving closer to healthier eating. But a cookie now and then is what makes life more fun! We will find the balance between what nourishes your body, and what feeds your soul.
Basil Whipped Goat Cheese
You want quick, easy, and delicious in just 3 ingredients? That’s what this basil whipped goat cheese appetizer is flaunting. And I’m all about that easy button plus just 3 whole food ingredients. When you’re short on time but need to bring an appetizer, keep this recipe in mind!
Heirloom Tomato & Peaches Appetizer
One of my favorite things about food is eating fresh, local, organic ingredients. I love when a dish has just a few ingredients, and the flavor combination bursts in your mouth and you think “Whoa! This was the most simple dish, but it’s heavenly!” I totally feel that way about the peach and tomato combination. The sweetness of the fruits, the salty cheese, and the earthy basil make a combination that is both beautiful to look at, and eyes rolling back delicious.
Redneck Caviar
All you need to know is this: you open some cans of beans, rinse them, chop a few veggies, stir them up with some oil, vinegar and spices, and BAM! You’ve got a quick and easy BBQ appetizer or picnic side dish. Doesn’t get much easier than Redneck Caviar. It’s a crowd pleaser and it’s healthy too! And we thought nothing healthy ever came out of oil country. We stand corrected!
Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
These cauliflower bites are a little bit of work and an overload of pleasure! We enjoy them SO MUCH that I made them to go with our Christmas Eve buffet of appetizers. Think less-filling and much healthier chicken wings. Can you say, crowd pleaser? And if I bring them to a party, everyone seems to be impressed with this unique twist of a dish! They are a great appetizer, but could also work as a side.
