At a certain point in your intuitive eating journey, nutrition facts can be helpful, and not harmful. I usually don’t recommend reading the nutrition facts, but it can serve as a source of useful information when the meaning of those numbers is neutralized and detached from trying to manipulate your body size. Learn why nutrition facts are just information.
Read MoreThis smoky and spicy harissa hummus is made extra smooth using a quick trick that makes the most deliciously creamy hummus! Perfect paired with Simple Mills sprouted seed crackers and raw vegetables for snacking!
Read MoreIt's the million dollar question for anyone struggling to make peace with food - how long does it take to become an intuitive eater? The truth is, as cliche as it sounds, intuitive eating is a journey, not a destination, and that journey may be different lengths for different people.
Read MoreMy favorite cake was the inspiration behind this recipe for this baked oatmeal. My banana and berry baked oatmeal is a regular in our house, so I decided to switch it up with this more fall-appropriate version. I love to make this dish to use up pears that are a little past their prime. Perfect for a make ahead breakfast!
Read MoreIn todays achievement obsessed society, sleep is often thought of as a luxury, or just an afterthought. I used the think the biggest consequence of inadequate sleep was feeling cranky and wasting too much money at Starbucks. It wasn’t until I started working at the VA with many veterans who had a difficult time sleeping due to PTSD, when I started to dig into the research and understand the importance of sleep.
Read MoreIn this crazy mixed up diet culture we live in, sometimes it’s hard to know what a “normal” day of eating looks like. Today’s What an Intuitive Eater Eats in a Day post is to give you an inside look at intuitive eating in action, looking at what guides my eating decisions and how that plays out throughout the day. In this edition, I talk about grazing, why it’s ok to eat late at night, and how hunger varies from day to day.
Read MoreIs there anything more comforting than creamy pasta? Enjoy a bowl of comforting goodness in less than 15 minutes with this recipe for easy herbed ricotta fettuccine recipe, made with a simple no-cook sauce of ricotta blended with garlic, herbs and olive oil. Add your favorite seasonal vegetables to make it a meal!
Read MoreThese chocolate chip tahini cookies are my new favorites! Buttery with crispy edges, and a hint of sesame flavor paired with bitter dark chocolate! Dress them up with a sprinkling of sea salt to bring out even more flavor.
Read MoreThis easy pumpkin, pear and gorgonzola pizza with caramelized onions makes an easy weeknight dinner for fall! Use canned pumpkin for a sauce and cover with blue cheese, caramelized onions and sliced juicy pears. You’ll love the sweet and savory flavor combination!
Read MoreThis one dish vegetarian Greek rice casserole is so easy to make! Just bake rice with chickpeas, spinach, sauteed garlic and onions, tons of fresh herbs and lemon! Top it off with feta cheese and bake until the rice is tender and crispy on the bottom of the pan! Easy to make with shelf stable ingredients so it makes the perfect pantry meal.
Read MoreIn this crazy mixed up diet culture we live in, sometimes it’s hard to know what a “normal” day of eating looks like. Today’s What an Intuitive Eater Eats in a Day post is to give you an inside look at intuitive eating in action, looking at what guides my eating decisions and how that plays out throughout the day. In this edition, I talk about grazing, hunger fullness cues changing from day to day, and meal planning for intuitive eating.
Read MoreSimplify stir fry by making it on a sheet pan! This sheet pan chicken and mango stir fry is packed with flavor and super easy to make on a weeknight! Serve over a bed of rice for a balanced meal You can even swap tofu for a vegan stir fry, or shrimp.
Read MoreSnack food is more than fruit, nuts and bars. There are no rules about what kinds of foods you’re supposed to eat for a snack. Listen to what sounds good to create a snack that’s actually satisfying for you. Cookies are one of my personal favorite afternoon snacks, especially Simple Mills crunchy cookies.
Read MorePodcasts are a great way to deepen your intuitive eating practice and learn more about health at every size. Today on the blog, I’m sharing the five best intuitive eating podcasts, and my favorite episodes from each one.
Read MoreWondering what an intuitive eater eats in a day? Here’s a sneak peak into my day of intuitive eating. See how I put the principles of intuitive eating into practice in this day of eating. In this edition, I was back home at my parents house for labor day, and I talk about zooming out on nutrition and how to eat when you sleep in past breakfast.
Read MoreThis summery coconut curry chicken salad with mango and honey mustard dressing is made with Growing Roots new organic coconut and seed bites, which packs tons of flavor and crunch into oven “fried” chicken tenders! You’ll love the easy homemade honey mustard dressing paired with the sweet-tart juicy mango, fresh greens and spicy chicken!
Read MoreMake this summery grilled halloumi and peach salad with lemon-tahini dressing! It’s has tons of different flavors and textures from crunchy veggies, sweet and juicy fresh peaches, creamy avocado and squeaky grilled halloumi cheese! You’ll love the easy lemon tahini dressing too!
Read MoreBody acceptance is something that’s easier said than done. In today’s post, I’m sharing a journaling prompt that focusses on what you have accomplished in your here-and-now body as a way of fostering gratitude for your body for where it’s at today. If body positivity feels really far off for you, read this post.
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