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7 Healthy Snack Ideas- Quick, Easy And Simple Snacks

If you've been around my community for a while you probably know that I advocate for good-sized meals composed of fat, protein, fiber + color that keep you full for 4-6 hours instead of snacking on small meals throughout the day. However, sometimes there is just too much time between meals and we need a #smartsnack to bridge the gap and keep us from getting hangry before dinner!

Raw Dairy Benefits + Types Of Dairy I Recommend To My Clients

Last blog I shared with you my favorite dairy-free alternatives and we discussed why it could be in the best interest of your health to take a step away from dairy. There’s also an interesting conversation about the difference between pasteurized dairy and raw dairy.

Healthy Camping Menu- Nutritionist Approved!

Our family is getting ready to head out on our first camping trip of the summer! I’ve never been to Redfish Lake but have heard it’s absolutely gorgeous so we are pumped.


It takes some strategy and planning to eat well when traveling, especially when you’re camping and bringing your own food. I thought I’d share with you some of the food we bring and how I plan.

Honest Review Of The AirDoctor Air Purifier

Overwhelmed with all of the air purifiers out there? I was too. Over the years, I’ve researched and researched many different air purifiers, always nervous to invest in something I might regret.

As you likely know, air purifiers are incredibly effective at reducing airborne pollutants. They remove dust, mold, pollen, smoke, viruses, bacteria, pet dander, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), “off” odors, and other allergens that can trigger allergies and other respiratory symptoms.

My Favorite Healthy Dairy Free Alternatives

I wish dairy was good for everyone because it can be a great source of nutrients, but for many people it can be difficult to digest and create an inflammatory response in the body causing gas, bloating, joint pain, skin issues and more. The quality and type of dairy you choose can make a difference in how well you tolerate it, adding to its complexity.

Interval Workout – No Equipment Needed!

Are these dreary winter days giving you the blues? I love spending time outside but this cold weather has made it hard to get out for long stretches of time.

Last Sunday I was planning to walk the kids to the park to run around and it started raining yet again! Determined to get some exercise in, I transformed my stairwell into a gym and got a quick, 20-minute workout. I'm always amazed at how much it improves my mood to just work-out for 20 minutes!

The Planner I Buy Every Year

For the last four years I have asked my husband for a very specific planner for Christmas. I’d always had high hopes for daily journaling and keeping track of my goals and dreams, but every year I would start and stop several times, accumulating a pile of pretty-looking notebooks that collected dust on my nightstand.

The exact supplements I’m taking right now

This blog post has to come with a LOT of disclaimers! But it addresses a question I’m getting all the time, “What kinds of vitamin and supplements are you and your family taking right now to stay healthy?”

As far as we know, our family has not yet had the big C, so our supplement protocol is a combination of the vitamins we normally take at this time of year + preventative nutrients we are focusing on at the advice of our doctor.

Quickie Tips To Make Lunchtime Easier

I know we’ve been talking a LOT about meal planning lately and today I have a bite-size tip to help you utilize your time in the kitchen more efficiently so you can spend less time prepping healthy food and more time living your life.

I want to challenge you to think ahead and get a few, easy things knocked out during the time you spend in the kitchen, saving you from resorting to less-than-healthy choices later on due to being short on time.