WWHHYY? Why are most of the lactation cookies filled with inflammatory ingredients such as refined white flour and tons of sugar? I am beyond confused and concerned about this. Lactation cookies are meant to support a breastfeeding mama who needs all the nourishing nutrients so you can provide for her baby. See more below.
Read MoreCook Time: 30 min
Serves: 4
Risotto is a classic and if you use nutrient dense ingredients then it can be a healthy and satisfying meal. The key to risotto is continuous stirring which releases starch from the rice and creates creaminess. I love this recipe on a cool night.
Read MoreDid you know that coffee is one of the most liquids on the planet? I love coffee but it did not love me back and that is the case for most people. If you do not want to sacrifice your morning cup of jo, then read on!
This has been my everyday, saving grace staple! King is an organic coffee with 100% organic Ganoderma Spore powder. It tastes amazing and contains anti-inflammatory and mood-boosting properties. I consume 1-3 cups every single day, I bring it with me everywhere I go because I cannot miss a day!
Read MorePrep Time: 45 minutes to 1 hour
Serves: 6 - 8
These soup recipes can be made seasonal, in the summertime with tomatoes, and they all have very similar methods and can be made in less than 30 minutes. Sometimes I will add some sautéed ground meat and a handful of greens to the blended soup if I’m feeling hungry. Remember, starchy veggies (like winter root veggies) have higher carbs and sugar, so you will want to use less of them and mix them with more fat. On the other hand, tomatoes and zucchini are watery. Remember you can always add more broth, water, or cream, but it is best to start with less liquid and add more as you go and as you taste; you can’t take it away once it has been added.
Read MoreMakes 16 bars
I teamed up with the incredible ladies over at Sweet Laurel. They have an amazing grain-free, health-focused (anti-inflammatory) cookbook that you definitely need to add to your repertoire. If you are ever in Los Angeles you have to treat yourself to one of their goodies. I took this baked churro recipe and made it keto and adapted it a bit, but they are 100 percent responsible for the deliciousness. This recipe is going to be a winner for having people over for a cold night over the holidays.
Read MoreLooking back at my formative years, I think about the many memories (good and bad) that surrounded my family kitchen. Every night we’d come together to cook, eat and talk about our day. Sometimes we’d fight over who got the first taste of marinara, and other times, my dad would fry up some chicken liver and onions, and it would quite-literally clear the room.
Dad would wrangle us back and make us try it, “just once”, he would say. That small practice of giving new and unfamiliar things a chance helped to shape me into the cook and eater I am today. I attribute so many of my foodie obsessions to dad, from creamy pâté to briny raw oysters.
Read MorePrep Time: 30 minutes, plus 2 hours freezing time minimum
Dang it’s hot out, with all this heat all I want to do is eat ice cream! So, during COVID I have been working on my ice cream skills. The first 2 rounds I made ice cream scrambled eggs and I still ate it because I spent a ton of time prepping the fresh passionfruit in it. The good news is I recently nailed it with a little help from my favorite alternative bakers over at Sweet Laurel, if you love baking gluten and grain-free they are your girls. Their stuff is amazing and since I am far from a great baker, they help inspire me. This ice cream recipe is simple once you get down the basics. Compared to store-bought ice cream this is so much healthier for you, no fillers, additives, high sugar, artificial flavors etc. I use this ice cream maker and always just keep the insert in the freezer.
Read MoreWant to drink with no hangover or nasty side effects? Well, did you know not all wine is created equal. Just like the food industry, shortcuts start to take place when there is an increase in production. Commercially made wine can cause excess sugar, preservatives, and other harmful ingredients that are added to enhance flavor and aging. To be exact, the wine companies can legally use over 70 added chemicals AND what is left is your big fat hangover!
Read MoreIf you know me you know quality is a huge factor in anything I put in, on or around my body. From food to my sheets, it’s all about reducing toxins and increasing the good guys that boost our immune system, especially right now. Spices are not all created equal. Just like how you choose organic local veggies, wild-caught fish, grass-fed meats, it is same same. Have you ever considered your spice cabinet could be filled with toxins, heavy metals, GMOs, rancid ingredients, and inflammatory toxins?
Read MoreI am so excited to share an amazing interview with someone who introduced me to the world of blogging. I was able to connect with Lauryn and get the inside from the The Skinny Confidential, , whom I've been lucky enough to know for many years, about her nutrition and pregnancy journey. She's a badass entrepreneur, soon-to-be-mommy and someone who I look up to. We discussed morning routines, vitamins she's taking, her personal journey to getting pregnant, cravings, and her birth plan (or no plan) all topics that I talk about in more detail in my Mexican Keto Cookbook.
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