One of the biggest misconceptions in our society is the idea that consuming dietary fat makes you fat. I think many fear that the dietary fat they consume is going to jump directly from their mouths ...
How about a sweet, refreshing treat today? These raw, bite-sized Lemon Meltaways are naturally sweetened with a touch of honey, and are bursting with tart lemon flavor! Loaded with healthy fats from ...
I’ve been on a raw food kick lately. When the weather gets warmer, I can’t seem to get enough of my favorite green juices, smoothies and salads! Oh, and plenty of raw treats. – Brea...
1. Did you happen to watch the first night of Hatfields & McCoys? If you did, I hope you caught Austin dressed up in his Civil War costume. I love this photo from the set in Romania! – 2. S...
I must say, I’m pretty proud of myself. I made my own raw sauerkraut. I’ve eaten it. And I’m still alive to tell the tale. Whew! – Fermenting my own veggies has always terrifi...
Let’s talk toxins. The word “toxin” is a rather broad term, covering both toxins that are created from normal bodily functions (internal toxins) and those from outside sources, like...
This isn’t your typical noodle bowl. Featuring raw zucchini noodles, crisp bell peppers and a creamy Asian dressing, this bowl is reminiscent of Pad Thai–> but much lighter on your sy...
I’m actually featuring Monday’s eats, since it was a crazy-busy day. Eating nutrient-rich meals and snacks keeps me sane on days like these! – Morning Un-pictured: My daily probioti...
Most of the time, I think the idea of living in Los Angeles is overrated. But, every now and then, it has it’s perks. 1. Like seeing my husband in a mini-series! Austin’s been working on ...
This is my kinda cake. Rich and totally indulgent. It’s the kind of cake you can bring to a party, and no one would be able to tell that you’ve upgraded the ingredients! While it’s ...
Have you heard of HBO’s latest documentary series? [source] The Weight of the Nation is a four-part series tackling the topic of obesity in America. The four films touch on how and why obesity ...
If you’ve ever tried using store-bought almond milk in your morning coffee, you probably know that it doesn’t make a very good “creamer” substitute. It can curdle, it can sepa...
How is it already Wednesday?! This week is flying by. – Morning Despite the fact that I wake up at 6am for work each day, I try to hold-off on drinking coffee until at least 8am–> whi...
1. If you enjoy an occasional cup of coffee with cream, you should really try adding coconut oil to your homemade almond milk. It’s best “creamer” I’ve ever tried in my life. ...
Creamy dressings often get a bad rap among the health-minded community. And rightly so, since many are loaded with mayonnaise, sour cream and hydrogenated oils. Luckily, this creamy ranch dressing ca...
It’s no secret that I’m a big fan of dark chocolate. I’ve been known to enjoy my fair share each night, and even go so far as to carry a whole bar in my purse, just in case of ̶...
Growing up, I remember learning in school that everyone should eat 5 servings of fruit and vegetables daily. Sounds easy enough, right? Serving sizes were rather confusing, though, with 1 cup of leaf...
It’s been a busy week around here. While I definitely prefer being busy over being bored, I’ve had less time in the kitchen this week than I’d like to come up with any sort of creat...
Growing up, banana bread was one of my very favorite breakfast treats. Who wouldn’t love eating cake for breakfast? Made with almond meal, freshly ground chia seeds, and overripe bananas, this ...
If you’ve ever attempted to lose weight at some point in your life, you’ve probably heard the popular concept that it’s all about “calories in vs. calories out.” Many he...
When it comes to making milkshakes and smoothies, I’m not usually one to follow a recipe. I typically just toss-in ingredients as I go and hope for the best. However, sometimes a shake turns ou...
Now that I’m back in LA, it’s nice to get back to my regular routine. I’m especially excited to be reunited with my juicer! – Morning Fresh juice: One romaine heart, half an E...
1. This is exactly why I prefer to bring my own dressing to restaurants. You never know when they might serve you something that looks like brains. P.S. That dressing is supposed to be a “vinai...
When embarking on our grain-free journey earlier this year, one of my biggest concerns was finding suitable upgrades for some of our favorite meals. Pizza and pasta nights have been easy to manage, b...
I don’t know about you, but I’m a sucker for an inspirational story. Recently, I listened to this brief TED Talk by Dr. Terry Wahls who used diet to cure her MS. (Thanks to Jen for sharin...
Need to get your chocolate fix in a hurry? Well, you’re in luck. This naturally sweetened, dairy-free pudding can be whipped up in a mere 3 minutes, using only 3 ingredients, and is sure to sat...
I’m still traveling for business this week, so my meals have been rather simple and monotonous lately. Don’t get me wrong, though–> simple and monotonous meals are still really ...
1. Did you know that some eggs come naturally pastel-colored? I sure didn’t… until inquiring with a Whole Foods employee about the finding a good brand of local eggs. She pointed me towar...
There’s nothing quite like a warm, chocolate chip cookie fresh out of the oven. And even though these cookies happen to be grain-free and naturally sweetened, there’s nothing “healt...
Let’s tackle the topic of grains today, shall we? [source] As most of you all know, I decided to go grain-free at the beginning of this year, as part of my 30-day Rose Cleanse, along with Austi...
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