Self-care is a really trendy topic, and I鈥檓 happy that it is! Sometimes it can feel confusing though, especially because of social media. We often see a very glamourized version of self-care because it looks nice in photos. Self-care isn鈥檛 necessarily facials and candle-lit bubble baths. The important part about the self-care habits you choose...Read More
Homemade mayonnaise is surprisingly easy to make! It鈥檚 great to make mayonnaise yourself because store bought mayo is often made from highly processed canola or soybean oil and contains white sugar. This recipe uses a fresh, pasture-raised organic egg, avocado oil, and fresh lemon juice for a mayo that tastes just like your favourite from...Read More
Have you heard the term 鈥済ut-brain connection鈥�? This is a relatively new concept in modern research and it鈥檚 a fascinating one. Mental health has become a topic on everyone鈥檚 minds, and it鈥檚 a subject that researchers are finding out more about all the time. One of the most interesting discoveries about mental health is the...Read More
It鈥檚 grilling season! Time to add some extra delicious flavour to your vegetables. This salad contains a beautiful variety of flavours and textures, it鈥檚 far from boring and bland. Adding sweet potatoes to a salad is something I have recently started doing and I love it! They add a different texture to the salad so...Read More
Cobb salad is a classic, and so is ranch dressing! It鈥檚 even better when you make it yourself from wholesome ingredients. It鈥檚 the perfect flavourful and filling lunch. This ranch dressing starts with a paleo avocado oil mayonnaise base (you can find our recipe here). This ranch dressing is creamy and delicious with no dairy...Read More
Pesto is a summer staple, as everyone鈥檚 basil plants begin to flourish. This salad makes a perfect dinner on a summer night. This salad feels light and summery with the grilled asparagus, crisp lettuce, and herby dressing, but it is also nice and filling so you won鈥檛 be searching for a snack an hour later....Read More
Is it time to finally hunker down and get your gut sorted out? All that burping, bloating, gas, urgency, pain, heartburn, discomfort, and tossing and turning at night generally doesn鈥檛 self-resolve. You are likely experiencing these symptoms because of something you are doing or not doing regularly. It will take a little investigative work to...Read More
Everyone knows what to do when you have several very ripe bananas on your counter鈥� you get baking! This recipe for healthy banana chocolate chip muffins is perfect for using up your stash of overripe bananas. There are a few swaps in this recipe compared with a traditional recipe that uses white flour, butter, and...Read More
Adaptogens have become a wellness trend, but what are they really? An adaptogenic herb is one that supports our resilience to stress and low mood: they help us聽adapt. Stress management is the biggest factor when it comes to our health, so it鈥檚 imperative that we support our body by removing stressors whenever possible and increasing...Read More
This salad has all the things that make for a great salad: crispy, crunchy, creamy, and briney elements. The golden rule for a good salad is variety, and this one definitely follows that rule! If you like greek salad, you鈥檒l love this recipe. Want to make it dairy free? Easy! Just leave off the halloumi....Read More
