Why I Quit Sugar to Heal My Gut (And What That Actually Looks Like)
Why I quit sugar to heal my gut, a few important caveats and what I mean by that, as well as what I ate on a random Tuesday
Nutrition
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Two-Ingredient Coconut Carob Cups {The Sugar-Free Treat That Helped Me Quit Sugar}
These easy Two-Ingredient Carob Cups are a naturally sweet, sugar-free treat made with coconut butter and carob powder. Gut-friendly, caffeine-free, and perfect for healing diets, they’re the simple dessert that helped me break my sugar cravings.
Healthier No-Bake Egg-Free Pumpkin Pie {Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Option}
This egg-free pumpkin pie is creamy, perfectly spiced, and simple to make with wholesome ingredients. A gluten-free crust and a silky pumpkin filling set with gelatin make it a lighter, no-bake alternative to traditional pumpkin pie. Perfect for anyone avoiding eggs or looking for a healthier holiday dessert.
Water-Based Bison and Butternut Squash Chili {Oil-Free, Gut-Friendly, High Protein}
Cozy up with this nourishing Bison and Butternut Squash Chili. It's a hearty, water-based, gut-friendly recipe that’s comforting, light, and full of flavor.
How I Healed SIBO Naturally: What Worked {& What Didn’t}
Learn why I consider myself a gut-healing success story, having healed SIBO naturally through diet, supplements, and lifestyle changes to restore gut balance and reduce bloating.
Healthy Sweet & Sour Chicken {Water-Based Cooking}
A healthy takeout-style sweet and sour chicken made without oil or frying. Light, tangy, and gut-friendly thanks to water-based cooking.
Gut-Healing Pumpkin Pudding {Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free}
This gut-healing pumpkin pudding is a cozy, creamy, and nourishing recipe made with pumpkin, coconut milk, and gelatin to support digestion and satisfy your fall cravings.
Moroccan-Inspired Millet {Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free}
This Moroccan-Spiced Millet recipe combines turmeric, cumin, and cinnamon for a warm, aromatic side dish that’s light, nourishing, and easy to digest. Made with water-based cooking methods and naturally gluten-free millet, it’s a gut-friendly, plant-forward recipe perfect for pairing with your favorite protein or enjoying as a wholesome bowl.
Healthy Pumpkin Turkey Chili {Dairy-Free, Oil-Free & Easy to Digest}
Cozy, healthy, and easy to digest, this Pumpkin Turkey Chili is made with water-based cooking methods for light yet satisfying comfort food. Oil-free, dairy-free, and gut-friendly.
Healthified Marry Me Chicken Soup with Water-Based Cooking
Try this viral-inspired Marry Me Chicken Soup made lighter with water-based cooking. Creamy from coconut milk, hearty with chicken + white sweet potatoes, and full of Italian flavor—perfect for a cozy, gut-friendly dinner.
White Sweet Potato & Leek Soup
This White Sweet Potato Leek Soup is creamy, cozy, and nourishing - made with simple, wholesome ingredients. The subtle sweetness of white sweet potatoes pairs beautifully with the mild onion flavor of leeks, creating a gut-friendly soup that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
Water-Based Cooking: Benefits, Methods, & How to Get Started
Discover the top 5 benefits of water-based cooking, from easier digestion to better nutrient retention. Learn how simple methods like steaming, simmering, and poaching can reduce inflammation and transform your health.
How My Second Postpartum Experience Has Been Different From My First
Today marks seven months until my 40th birthday. After two babies, and knowing my pregnancies are behind me, I have this desire to get into the best shape of my…
Post-Workout Beet & Berry Smoothie
Beets are a nutritional and functional superfood known for their anti-inflammatory effects. But the benefits don't stop there. Add a beet to your smoothie to reap the amazing medicinal powers. Great for post-workout to aid in recovery.
A Week Of Balanced Eats At The Beach
Traveling with your nutrition habits can set you up for vacation success. While living an 80/20 lifestyle, there is wiggle room to indulge and enjoy.
How I Take My Smoothies On Vacation
I am quite attached to my chocolate berry protein smoothies of late. Chalk it up to pregnancy, being a creature of habit, or simply a smoothie-lover, but the concoction has…