In 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 MoreA few weeks ago, I shared a few instagram posts on gentle nutrition. I got a lot of comments and questions from people who were trying to experiment with gentle nutrition, but feeling frustrated with never making the “healthy” choice. This is one of those cases where the answer is in the question. If you’re going into a choice with the mindset that one decision is better than the other, then you’re not giving yourself full permission.
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.
Read MoreI am pleased to present to you my new favorite pasta salad for summer entertaining: this herbed summer corn pasta salad. Made with bowtie pasta (totally underrated pasta shape) tossed with juicy sweet summer corn, briefly sauteed so it maintains it's crunch, briny feta cheese, and tons of fresh herbs, it's one of those dishes that just tastes like summer.
Read MoreWeight science is SO much more complex than the fat = bad narrative you always hear. Body fat, or adipose tissue, is not this inert thing - it serves many roles in our body’s health and function. Read on to learn about the benefits of body fat, and how understanding it’s purpose can help you make peace with your body.
Read MoreTry this recipe for my favorite tapas recipe, patatas bravas made with two delicious dipping sauces - smoky romesco and garlic aioli! I cut mine into wide and thick “chips” for more crispy surface area, before tossing it with romesco sauce and drizzling with the garlic aioli!
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 feeding yourself on the road and making food choices when your stomach is upset.
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