These Triple Chocolate Brownie Cookies use a combination of three different chocolates to create a rich cookie that you’ll definitely want to pair with a tall glass of milk! If you’d like to only bake a few at a time, you can ...Continue Reading
Why Iodine is Essential for Thyroid Health
There is a lot of confusion about iodine, especially when it comes to thyroid disease. Many people have heard that all iodine is dangerous, or that it can cause thyroid disease symptoms to worsen. But what’s the real story? Let’s take ...Continue Reading
Spicy Black Bean Soup
Black Bean Soup a comforting and nourishing dish that's economical, keeps in the fridge for several days, and also freezes well. My recipes always call for dried beans that need to be soaked overnight before cooking. I realize ...Continue Reading
Bacon, Tomato, and Cheddar Breakfast Bake
This bacon, tomato, and cheddar breakfast bake is perfect for a weekend breakfast or brunch! When friends and family come to visit, I’m usually stumped as to what to serve for breakfast. I want something that doesn’t pull me away ...Continue Reading
Best Diet for Thyroid Disease: Hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s, Hyperthyroidism, or Graves
Diet plays a huge part in thyroid disease. Thankfully there are so many ways you can improve thyroid function and balance hormones using food whether you struggle with Hypothyroidism, Hashimoto's, Hyperthyroidism,, Graves' or if you ...Continue Reading
Fermented Sourdough Brioche Cinnamon Swirl Bread
Fermented Sourdough Brioche Cinnamon Swirl Bread is one of our favorite breads, and it can be used in so many different ways. You can use the dough for rolls, a classic brioche loaf, or monkey bread. As I’ve mentioned before ...Continue Reading
Salmon and Baby Greens Salad with Creamy Garlic Dressing
A good salmon salad is one of my favorite go-tos during the week. You can make the pickled red onions, the garlic yogurt dressing, and even cook the salmon ahead of time and store them in the fridge for the salad later. I ...Continue Reading
Meat Stock – What to Drink if You Can’t Tolerate Bone Broth
Meat stock is a great option for those who can't tolerate bone broth, or who are just in the beginning stages of healing their gut, thyroid or immune system. Meat stock, is especially rich in gelatin and free amino acids like ...Continue Reading
Chili “Cornbread” Pie (Paleo, Grain-Free)
Chili and cornbread go so well together, so I thought I’d combine the two in this recipe for Chili Cornbread Pie! The chili can be made ahead of time before pouring it into the baking dish to bake with the cornbread. You can even ...Continue Reading
How to Reduce TSH Naturally
Low thyroid function, hypothyroidism and elevated TSH levels are very common these days, but I’m excited to tell you that there are ways to reduce TSH naturally, without spending tons of money on supplements. Let’s dive ...Continue Reading
Orange Glazed Salmon Recipe (Grain-Free, Paleo)
Orange Glazed Salmon is a great weeknight recipe that’s packed with flavor. When you shop for salmon, look for a fish that was caught in the wild and is free of preservatives. Marketers like to try and trick you, so always look ...Continue Reading
Braised Chicken Thighs with Squash and Kale (Grain-Free)
Braised Chicken is a comforting dish to make during the winter months. Other dishes I love to prepare in the winter are Lentil Soup with Swiss Chard and Sausage, Butter Chicken (always a hit!), and White Beans and Sausage in the Crock ...Continue Reading
Anemia and Hypothyroidism: How Anemia Can Cause Hypothyroidism
Did you know that anemia can cause hypothyroidism? Both anemia and hypothyroidism are on the rise, and not many people realize there is a connection between the two. Here’s how anemia can cause hypothyroidism: When you don’t eat ...Continue Reading
Graves’ Disease: The Cause, Symptoms, Labs and First Steps to Take
Graves’ disease is a form of thyroid disease that affects 1 in every 200 people in the United States. The disease often involves an overproduction of thyroid hormones, which often leads to hyperthyroidism. Hypothyroidism and ...Continue Reading
Cast Iron Roast Chicken with Potatoes (Grain-Free)
There’s nothing more simple than a Cast Iron Roast Chicken! The meal is good for any night of the week and is very easy to make. Chicken and potatoes are a huge favorite, so I often make this with potatoes and then serve the ...Continue Reading
Beef Stew (Grain Free, Gluten Free, Gaps, Paleo)
Beef stew is a comforting and nourishing meal that has become a family favorite. Years ago, this stew that taught me how to tenderize tough cuts of meat. It’s all about the cooking time. A tough cut of meat like a beef roast needs ...Continue Reading
Bacon, Potato and Broccoli Frittata (Grain-Free)
A frittata is one of my go-to meals for breakfast, lunch or dinner. It is incredibly versatile because you can add just about whatever vegetables, meats or cheeses you prefer or have on hand. In this frittata, I added crispy ...Continue Reading
Grain Free Stuffing and Paleo Biscuits (Paleo, Gaps, Gluten Free)
Since I've continued eating a grain-free diet, I wanted to find a way to include dressing on our Thanksgiving table, so today I'm bringing you a grain-free stuffing recipe! I've also been missing biscuits, so I tested for a few days ...Continue Reading
Hashimoto’s Disease – The Cause, Symptoms, Labs and First Steps to Take
Hashimoto’s Disease is a form on thyroid disease that’s rising at an alarming rate, especially in the United States. An estimated 14 million people in the US alone have Hashimoto’s, making it one of the most common forms of thyroid ...Continue Reading
Duchess Potatoes
Thanksgiving is just two weeks away, so now’s the time to start planning your menu! Duchess Potatoes are definitely a special occasion side dish, and one your family will love. The potatoes are boiled and then mixed with cream, ...Continue Reading
Pound Cake Recipe (Gluten-Free, Grain-Free)
A classic pound cake is a staple recipe and I’m excited today to bring you a grain-free pound cake recipe that tastes every bit as good as the original! I’ve been doing some thinking about what kinds of sugars to use in my ...Continue Reading
Hyperthyroidism – The Cause, Symptoms, Labs and First Steps to Take
An estimated 30 million Americans have some form of thyroid disease, and up to 60% of those with thyroid disease are unaware of their condition. Hyperthyroidism affects 2-5% of all women mainly between 20 and 40 years old. Today ...Continue Reading
White Bean and Ham Soup
Fall is here, which means it’s time for nourishing soups! This white bean soup with ham is warm and comforting, and best of all, it’s completely prepared in a slow cooker. I’m often asked if legumes are “safe” to eat when you ...Continue Reading
Paleo Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Frosting (Grain-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free)
Deliciously Organic is 10 years old, so let’s celebrate with a Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Frosting! The cake is not only grain-free, but also nut-free and dairy-free so we can all enjoy! I started this blog ten years ago ...Continue Reading
Hypothyroidism: the Symptoms, Cause, and First Steps to Take
Hypothyroidism is a disease that’s rising at an alarming rate, especially in the United States. An estimated 30 million Americans have some form of thyroid disease, and up to 60% of those with thyroid disease are unaware of their ...Continue Reading
Waffles with Sausage (Grain-Free, Gluten-Free)
I love serving waffles and sausage together for a weekend breakfast, and I thought, why not combine the two? So today, I’ve got a fun recipe for grain-free waffles with sausage. I’m often asked if it’s ok to eat sausage because ...Continue Reading
Creamy Lemon Chicken with Spinach and Artichokes (Grain-Free)
I love a good chicken recipe, especially one that’s easy to put together and packs in the flavor. Lemon Chicken with Spinach and Artichokes combines two of my favorites - spinach and artichoke dip and lemon chicken. I recommend ...Continue Reading
Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookie (Grain-Free, Gluten-Free, Egg-Free)
There’s nothing more fun than ending a meal with a skillet chocolate chip cookie topped with vanilla ice cream! In this recipe, the butter is browned to give it a nutty, deep flavor, and I kept with nut-free and egg-free ...Continue Reading
Homemade Coffee Creamer Recipe
Homemade coffee creamer is super easy to make and is a great way to avoid the preservatives and additives in the store-bought options. My friends tell me the one thing they can't give up is their flavored coffee creamer. I can ...Continue Reading
Natural Remedies for Heartburn and Acid Reflux
Are there truly natural remedies for heartburn? Can you reduce heartburn naturally or even get rid of it completely? Yes, you most certainly can! First, let's look a what causes heartburn: We’ve been told by the ...Continue Reading
Pizza Pockets (Grain-Free, Egg-Free)
Homemade pizza pockets are a fun make-ahead meal that the kids and adults alike will love! These grain-free pizza pockets are layered with mozzarella, pepperoni, marinara sauce and baked until golden. The dough is very easy to ...Continue Reading
Easy Garlic Chicken Recipe (Grain-Free, Paleo)
This easy Garlic Chicken recipe has quickly become a new family favorite. It’s easy to prepare, and the fragrance of the garlic combined with the slightly sweet sauce is a winning combination! You can serve the garlic chicken with ...Continue Reading
12 Healthy Ingredients to Add to a Smoothie
Smoothies are an easy way to get a lot of nutrients in a glass, and I’m always on the lookout for ways to add additional healthy ingredients to add to a smoothie. I like to go beyond the basics to really raise the nutrient value. Here ...Continue Reading
Peach Cobbler (Grain-Free, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Egg-Free)
Peach cobbler is the essence of summer! Sweet juicy peaches topped with a fluffy, buttery, cake-like topping that’s just slightly crisp is one of the best ways I can think of to finish off a meal. I know that peach season is ...Continue Reading
Tomato and Bacon Hash
Tomato bacon hash is a great breakfast or side dish and is perfect for all of the summer tomatoes in season right now! This is a simple recipe made with pastured bacon, ripe tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, salt, Worcestershire and ...Continue Reading
How Swimming Pools, Tap Water, Fluoride and Bromide Affect the Thyroid
Did you know that chlorine found in swimming pools and tap water, fluoride found in tap water and toothpaste and bromide found in baked goods can have a negative affect on the thyroid? I did a quick post on this over on Instagram the ...Continue Reading
Skirt Steak with Green Beans, Tomatoes and Basil Vinaigrette
It’s been a long time since I had a meal that I was already craving the next day! This recipe for skirt steak with roasted beans, tomatoes and basil vinaigrette is refreshing, satisfying and such a perfect dinner for the summer ...Continue Reading
Rum Raisin Ice Cream (Grain-Free, Dairy-Free)
Haagen-Dazs Rum Raisin Ice Cream was always a favorite flavor in our house growing up. I’d actually never made a homemade version until recently, and since it’s summertime, now is the perfect time to share! If you're avoiding ...Continue Reading
Shrimp and Grits (Paleo, Grain-Free)
My mom grew up in Louisiana and learned how to cook all of the Southern and Cajun classics, so dishes like Crawfish Etouffee, Gumbo, Jambalaya and Shrimp and Grits were served up often. I’m so thankful she taught me how to make all of ...Continue Reading
How to do a Thyroid Self-Exam
Most of us are aware of the need to do a breast self-exam each month, but did you know you should also do a thyroid self-exam? This easy neck exam can help you identify thyroid issues such as thyroid cancer, cysts, nodules or goiter ...Continue Reading
Red, White and Blue Cheesecake Bars (Grain-Free, Gluten-Free)
Fourth of July is right around the corner, so I’ve got a fun recipe for Red, White and Blue Cheesecake bars for you. They are grain-free, gluten-free and super festive! Whenever I post something with cream cheese I get asked if it’s ...Continue Reading
Fruit Pizza (Grain Free, Paleo)
Fruit pizza was one of my favorite desserts as a kid. A soft sugar cookie topped with sweet fluffy cream cheese and fresh fruit. What's not to love?! If you’d like to make the dairy-free version of this recipe, you’ll need to whip ...Continue Reading
Strawberry Lemonade Muffins (Grain-Free)
Strawberries and lemons are such a fun summer combo, so I thought it would be fun to give you a recipe for strawberry lemonade muffins! These muffins have a strong lemon flavor with fresh chopped strawberries throughout. Here ...Continue Reading
8 Ways to Prevent Migraines and Headaches Naturally
Migraines are debilitating, incredibly painful and seem to be almost impossible to get rid of or avoid. I suffered from 24/7 migraines after the birth of my youngest child 16 years ago. The specialist put me on three daily medications ...Continue Reading
Chicken Taco Salad (Grain-Free)
A chicken taco salad loaded with vegetables, a bit of cheese and a cilantro dressing is a fabulous meal for the warmer months. I prefer to put this salad together minus the dressing, so it can last a couple of days in the fridge or so ...Continue Reading
How to Make and Use Castor Oil Packs
Castor oil packs are one of my favorite economical ways to gently detox the body. I personally used them on my liver and thyroid when I was recovering from Hashimoto’s disease, and I recommend them to my Nutritional Therapy clients ...Continue Reading
Zucchini Bites (Grain-Free, Gluten-Free)
Zucchini bites are a fun way to get in some extra vegetables and these are a favorite with kids! They are a combination of zucchini, parmesan cheese, ground up plantain chips, eggs, and garlic. They're really easy to make, and while I ...Continue Reading
Easy Slow Cooker Pepper Steak (Grain-Free, Paleo)
The end of the school year can be almost as busy as the holiday season, so it’s a great time to pull out the slow cooker! One of our recent favorites is slow cooker pepper steak because it barely takes any time to prepare and at the ...Continue Reading
Triple Lemon Sheet Cake (Grain-Free)
I love a layered cake, but a sheet cake is much less work and is great to take to a potluck or a casual outdoor meal in the spring and summer. This triple lemon sheet cake is sweetened with honey and is good enough to eat on its own. ...Continue Reading
The Best Oils and Fats for Cooking
There’s a lot of confusion about the best oils and fats for cooking and baking, so today I’m going to break it all down for you. First, it’s important to understand there are basically three kinds of fats: saturated, monounsaturated ...Continue Reading
Thai-Style Chicken Salad with Mango (Grain-Free)
A good chicken salad with fruits and herbs is one of my favorite things to eat during the warmer months. It pairs well with other salads for a lighter meal or spooned into lettuce cups for a quick wrap. This Thai-Style Chicken Salad ...Continue Reading
4 Tips for Eating Healthy While Traveling (and our favorites in London and Paris)
Eating healthy while traveling doesn’t have to be super difficult. Last month we traveled to London and Paris for spring break and, with a bit of planning ahead, found all sorts of wonderful healthy (and sometimes healthy-ish) ...Continue Reading
Grilled Chicken with Olive Tapenade and Some Helpful Healthy Eating Tips
When it comes to eating healthy, we often make things too complicated. We feel like everything needs to look like it does on Instagram, or we focus on all of the foods we wish we could eat, instead of the foods we actually can enjoy ...Continue Reading
Panna Cotta and Kombucha Jello Slice
Honey-sweetened panna cotta is a favorite spring dessert, so I thought it would be fun to layer it with a cookie crust and strawberry kombucha jello! To be honest, I was a bit crunched for time last week so I used Simple Mills ...Continue Reading
Creamy Chicken, Tomato and Vegetable Soup
Creamy Chicken, Tomato and Vegetable Soup has been a reader favorite for over 8 years now! It's creamy, full of flavor and super comforting. I have a secret for all my soups - sweat the vegetables. This simple technique adds ...Continue Reading
Is Iodine Safe for Hashimoto’s Disease?
Is it safe to take iodine if one has Hashimoto's Disease? This is one of the top questions I receive, so today I want to break down this controversial topic. Iodine is very important for the production of thyroid hormones. Without ...Continue Reading
Teriyaki Salmon (Grain-Free, Paleo)
Teriyaki Salmon comes together in a matter of minutes! I like making salmon recipes because they’re quick to prepare and salmon is rich in omega-3 fatty acids which can help reduce inflammation. Wild salmon is preferable to ...Continue Reading
Greek Salad with Beef Kabobs
Greek Salad is an iconic favorite and is so easy to make at home. I’ve added sirloin kebobs that have been marinated in olive oil, red wine vinegar and garlic to add some extra protein to the dish. Red onions can often have a very ...Continue Reading
8 Ways to Detox Your Liver Naturally and Gently
Detox is a way the body continually cleanses to heal and repair itself. I’ve talked before about why detox is necessary and why in today’s industrialized world, diet alone won’t suffice, so today let’s focus on how to specifically ...Continue Reading
Lemon Ricotta Pancakes (Grain-Free)
A stack of light, fluffy lemon ricotta pancakes is a wonderful way to start the day! I made these with Bob’s Red Mill Paleo flour and they came out beautifully. I found their flour blend last year and will grab it on occasion when I ...Continue Reading
Butter Chicken
Butter chicken is a comforting and nourishing meal that has become a family favorite these last few months. The chicken is marinated in yogurt, vindaloo spice blend, and lemon juice and then combined with caramelized onions, broth, ...Continue Reading
Natural Red Velvet Cupcakes (Dye-Free, Grain-Free)
Natural red velvet cupcakes without any food dyes and grain-free? Game on! With Valentine’s Day coming up, I wanted to give you a healthier option to a holiday favorite. This grain-free, dye-free red velvet cupcake recipe gets its ...Continue Reading
12 Holistic Tips to Cure Insomnia Naturally
Sleep is the time each night when the body repairs, heals and restores. If you’re not getting enough, and struggling with insomnia, it can put you at risk for all sorts of various health issues including: heart disease, high blood ...Continue Reading
My Favorite Non-Toxic Mattress
When it was time to replace our mattress last year I really wanted to get an organic non-toxic mattress that would offer great back support, but as I was began reading and talking to my friends about organic mattresses, I realized that ...Continue Reading
Pizza Soup
When you’ve got a craving for pizza, but want to keep things on the healthier side, pizza soup is the answer! I know it may sound a little odd, but when you put the vegetables, broth, tomatoes, pepperoni, ground beef and spices ...Continue Reading
Braised Beans with Tomatoes and Herbs
Braised beans are an ultimate comfort food that's loaded with nourishing ingredients like beans, dark leafy greens, tomatoes, herbs, and bone broth! Is it ok to eat legumes and nightshades when you have a thyroid disease? I get ...Continue Reading
12 Ways to Improve Thyroid Hormone Conversion (T4 to T3)
Is your body underconverting thyroid hormone? Are you producing enough T4, but not enough T3? Did you know that your liver or stress might be to blame? Let me explain. . . Your thyroid produces T4 and sends most of it to ...Continue Reading
Peppermint Bark Recipe (Dairy-Free)
Peppermint Bark is an iconic Christmas treat, so I tweaked things a bit to bring you a real food and dairy-free version! There are lots of different options with this recipe. First, you can follow the recipe as is. Or, if you ...Continue Reading
The Best Vitamins and Supplements for Optimal Health
Choosing vitamins and supplements can be incredibly confusing. I could write for days about how to find just the right ones for a particular need or issue, but instead I want to offer a few things you need to know about choosing your ...Continue Reading
Roasted Cauliflower and Garlic Soup
During the holidays, it can be hard to maintain your health by eating well. Nutrient-dense soups, like this Roasted Cauliflower and Garlic Soup, can be a life-saver – they’re easy to prepare and usually taste better the second or third ...Continue Reading
Fermented Sourdough Bread
I’ve wanted to share a fermented sourdough bread recipe for a very long time, so I’m thrilled to write this post for you! As I’ve mentioned before, a grain-free diet isn’t meant to be lifelong. Once you’ve taken the proper steps to ...Continue Reading
Slow Cooker Spaghetti Squash with Meatballs and Marinara (Grain-Free)
Spaghetti Squash with Meatballs is an easy slow-cooker meal that the entire family can enjoy! I always have a slow cooker recipe at the top of my list during the holiday season. With everything going on, it’s nice to be able to walk ...Continue Reading
Green Beans with Dates, Oranges, and Hazelnuts
Green beans with dates, oranges, and hazelnuts is an easy side dish to whip up for your Thanksgiving dinner. Is it really important to know what's in everything you eat? I think feeding ourselves and our families requires educated ...Continue Reading
Chocolate Bundt Cake (Grain-Free)
There’s nothing quite like a moist, rich chocolate bundt cake! It can be served alone, or with berries and cream, it handles freezing well and it’s a nice alternative to other pies and cookies during the holidays. I found a ...Continue Reading
Grain-Free Pecan Pie without Corn Syrup (Paleo, Primal, Gluten Free)
Pecan pie is the epitome of Thanksgiving for me. After a savory meal, I get a cup of coffee, a slice of grain-free pecan pie and enjoy the conversation. Last year I gave you a pecan pie without corn syrup and this year I'll take it a ...Continue Reading
Pumpkin Roll Cake (Grain-Free)
Pumpkin Roll Cake is a surprisingly easy-to-make classic fall recipe! The key is to make sure the pumpkin cake is just out of the oven when you flip it and roll it into a dishcloth. After the cake completely cools, it will unroll ...Continue Reading
Beef Queso Dip (Grain-Free)
A warm bowl of homemade beef queso with organic potato or plantain chips is a fun snack for game day, a family get-together or a potluck. A few weeks ago I arrived home on a late flight after attending the doTERRA annual ...Continue Reading
Pumpkin Muffins with Chocolate Chips (Grain Free, Paleo)
Pumpkin muffins with chocolate chips are a fun fall treat! Coconut flour can be a bit tricky to bake with, so here are a few things you need to know: 1. Coconut flour soaks up an incredible amount of moisture (that's why most ...Continue Reading
Overnight Banana Bread Oatmeal
A warm bowl of banana bread aatmeal is just about as comforting as it gets in the fall. First though, are you thinking, “Hang on. Why are you posting a recipe with grains?” While reducing our carbohydrate intake helps reduce ...Continue Reading
Shrimp Ceviche
When I was going through my “raw fish” cravings a few weeks ago, I made several batches of shrimp ceviche to curb the cravings. I shared a picture of it over on Instagram and so many of you asked me to share the recipe, so here it ...Continue Reading
Chocolate Zucchini Cake (Grain-Free, Dairy-Free)
Whenever I celebrate with a dessert, I always go for chocolate. I love a good chocolate zucchini cake, so my daughters and I got in the kitchen last week to create grain-free recipe for you. When you make this cake, I want to ...Continue Reading
What Do Your Food Cravings Mean?
Have you ever wondered why you have certain food cravings? They can actually be the body telling you that you need certain nutrients. Last month, I shared on Instagram about my major craving for raw fish. I ate some raw salmon ...Continue Reading
Easy One Pan Chicken, Potatoes and Broccoli
I’ve got another easy one pan dinner for you: chicken, potatoes and broccoli! With school starting back up, I know your family schedule can feel a little crazy, so I hope you’ll find this simple recipe super helpful. In this ...Continue Reading
Pineapple Upside Down Cake (Grain-Free)
Pineapple upside down cake is an iconic classic. I absolutely love the little rings of pineapple, the cherries, and the gooey, sweet layer on top mixed with a hint of vanilla. I hadn’t had a slice in years until I started testing this ...Continue Reading
Salmon Cakes (Grain-Free, Paleo)
Salmon cakes have become a new family favorite. They’re healthy, delicious, and easy to make – just combine cooked salmon, mayo, capers, parsley, and plantain chips, with eggs and coconut flour to bind everything ...Continue Reading
3-Ingredient (Almost) Homemade Vanilla Yogurt
Abby - my youngest daughter - has a knack for creating fun and simple recipes, like this 3-ingredient homemade vanilla yogurt. She's been experimenting with stevia in search of creative ways to craft something sweet without adding ...Continue Reading
Carrots with Plumped Apricots, Hazelnuts, and Creme Fraiche
Roasted Carrots with Apricots, Hazelnuts and Creme Fraiche is a fabulous fall side dish! Northwest Florida is a gorgeous place to live, but doesn't yet offer many real food restaurants. So I was excited to discover a new ...Continue Reading
How to Detox After an Amalgam Filling Removal
Don’t be cavalier about removing an amalgam filling. I learned that lesson the hard way back in 2008! I went to a dentist who wasn’t trained to take the proper precautions and ended up very sick. It took me several years to ...Continue Reading
Chicken Parmesan Meatballs (Grain-free)
My family found a new favorite weeknight recipe! Chicken parmesan meatballs have all the flavors of a classic chicken parmesan rolled into one bite. I had my eye on this recipe for quite a while and then took some time to adapt ...Continue Reading
20 Steps to Heal From Adrenal Fatigue Naturally
Did you know that almost everyone struggling with thyroid disease also has some form of adrenal fatigue? When the adrenals become taxed, this tells pituitary to slow down the thyroid (and in some cases speed things up). If you struggle ...Continue Reading
How to Curb Sugar Cravings with Buttermints
Do you struggle with sugar cravings? Do you get “hangry” if you don’t eat? Do you struggle with hormone imbalance? Adrenal fatigue? Thyroid disease? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, taking steps to balance your blood ...Continue Reading
Avocado, Mango and Pickled Onion Salad with Jalapeño Vinaigrette
If you’re looking for a healthy compliment for your meals, you need to try quick pickled onions! I love putting them in this avocado, mango and pickled onion salad with jalapeño vinaigrette. You can put them together in just a few ...Continue Reading
Should Moms Be Able to Eat During Labor + Top Labor Snacks
Ever since I met Genevieve Howland, aka Mama Natural, at a Weston A. Price conference, I knew we were kindred spirits. As fate would have it, she ended up moving close to where I live in Florida and we actually meet for lunch every ...Continue Reading
Tres Leches Cake (Grain-Free)
A slice of Tres Leches cake defines pure indulgence. Before going gluten-free, my favorite place to enjoy a piece of Tres Leches was a restaurant in Dallas called La Duni. I still visit La Duni for their incredible latin food, but I’m ...Continue Reading
The Benefits of Soaking Nuts, Seeds, Grains and Legumes
Humans have eaten grains, legumes, nuts and seeds for thousands of years. Traditionally, people soaked these foods before cooking them to promote easier to digestion. Somewhere along the way, we forgot about this important step and now ...Continue Reading
Paleo Chicken Flautas
Paleo chicken flautas are a fun weeknight meal. The filling can be made ahead of time and they make for great leftovers! I’ve made some homemade grain-free tortillas over the years, but they haven’t really hit the mark. So a few ...Continue Reading
9 Ways Stress is Destroying Your Health and How to Break Free
The CDC has stated that by 2020, stress will be one of the most critical health issues for Americans. While stress is a part of life, if it’s excessive and we don’t take proper steps to handle it in a healthy way, we can experience ...Continue Reading
Fermented Radish Salsa
Want an absolutely fabulous way to get some healthy probiotics into your diet? Try fermented radish salsa! This delicious, probiotic condiment helps build a healthy gut which in turn helps keep the immune system strong. Most ...Continue Reading
3-Ingredient Chocolate Mousse (Grain-Free, Paleo)
I originally saw this intriguing recipe as part of a tart in a cooking magazine and I had to give it a try. A 3-ingredient chocolate mousse? Impossible! Well, I was wrong! The only ingredients in this decadent mousse are coconut ...Continue Reading
Sausage, Potato, and Spinach Sheet-Pan Dinner (Grain-Free)
I have another easy to prep sheet pan dinner recipe for you! Simply toss together all the ingredients, minus the spinach and lemon, and roast them in the oven until golden. I like to serve this easy to clean up entrée with a simple ...Continue Reading