Jun 2019

Summer Jackfruit Tacos (Vegan + Plant-Based!)

By |2021-01-20T23:46:15+00:00June 4th, 2019|Categories: Wellness|Tags: , , , , |

Summer is officially here which means tacos, tacos, and more tacos! These jackfruit tacos are easy to make and a great way to "WOW" anyone new to plant-based cuisine. Jackfruit takes on the appearance/texture of pulled meat and provides a hearty + satisfying base for tacos. INGREDIENTS: 1 Can of Jackfruit (Trader Joe's brand used in this recipe) Chipotle Peppers

Feb 2019

What’s Holding You Back From Being Plant-Based?

By |2021-01-20T23:46:16+00:00February 20th, 2019|Categories: Wellness|Tags: , , , , , , , |

BONUS: Click here for 15+ Healthy Recipes to try! I asked the Fierce Clarity audience "What's holding you back from being plant-based?" and overwhelmingly the answers were: Bacon, Cheese, Steak, Wings, Ice Cream, and Eating Too Many Carbs I get it and I understand why it can seem like a zero-sum game, but everything is fine in moderation! You don't have

Dec 2018

Winter Wonderland Oatmeal

By |2018-12-04T15:07:05+00:00December 4th, 2018|Categories: Wellness|Tags: , , , , , |

It's the most wonderful time of the year! Freezing temps = warm breakfasts and this oatmeal bowl delivers mega taste and is super easy to make. I warmed up the fruits in the bowl but you always have the option to skip those steps 😜 INGREDIENTS: Organic Oats Fruits: Apple, Grapefruit, Pomegranate Arils Cinnamon + Maple Syrup TO PREPARE: Cook the

Sep 2018

How To Make A Salad You Actually Want To Eat

By |2018-09-06T01:35:50+00:00September 6th, 2018|Categories: Wellness|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

Step 1, DON'T -- No one likes salad! Just kidding :) Salads are a healthy living staple but can become boring over time. This post will break down the anatomy of a salad (in my opinion) and how to make them delish. 1. Dressing is Everything The foundation of creating a salad you actually want to eat lies in starting

Aug 2017

5 Smoothie Additions for Healthy Eyes

By |2021-01-20T23:46:24+00:00August 27th, 2017|Categories: Work|Tags: , , , |

We all know the benefits of a morning green smoothie but did you know this holy grail drink can also take care of your eyes? We don’t think about our eyes enough despite living in a digital world and using them all day. I always talk with my patients and urge them to consider their eyes when thinking about total

Jul 2017

What The Health: Transitioning to Plant-Based

By |2021-01-20T23:46:24+00:00July 20th, 2017|Categories: Wellness|Tags: , , , |

If you've been living under a rock, perhaps you've missed the new documentary on Netflix entitled "What The Health". This food/healthy living documentary sheds light on the link between food, disease, and industrial farming. "What The Health" does a great job of shocking the system. Many people had no idea the foods we consume were capable of causing such harm. While

May 2017

Whole 30: Week 4

By |2021-01-20T23:46:25+00:00May 9th, 2017|Categories: Wellness|Tags: , , , |

I made it!! I cannot believe I made it 30 days on this meal program with minimal cheats (I'll be honest I had a few cocktails lol). Week 4 of the #Whole30 was about completion, triumph, and re-integration. I feel and look great! I have more energy and am very clear and in tune with my body. During Week 4 I

Apr 2017

Whole 30: Week 3

By |2021-01-20T23:46:27+00:00April 17th, 2017|Categories: Wellness|Tags: , , |

I've got the power! Whole30 Week 3 started off slowly but ended on a high note.  This week opened my eyes to of all the Whole30 positives unlike last week where I spent so much time resisting all the rules I've noticed considerably less bloating. My mood is fairly stable. I don't get hangry because I'm eating at the same times of day.

Apr 2017

Whole 30: Week 2

By |2018-08-21T18:45:49+00:00April 11th, 2017|Categories: Wellness|Tags: , , |

I'm going to be completely honest here. I'm over it!! I would have quit by now if my boyfriend wasn't going so strong. I truly think this 30 days for me is more a test of self-discipline than of anything else. I feel like I'm fighting a battle with myself. Normal me is saying "You got this, you've done this

Apr 2017

Spring Strawberry Salad

By |2018-08-21T18:42:32+00:00April 5th, 2017|Categories: Wellness|Tags: , , , , |

Happy Spring! I crave colder foods when it's warm outside and this Spring Strawberry Salad does the trick. Salads have become my Whole30 staples! I make large enough portions to divide and eat for both lunch and dinner. Salads can get boring super quickly. The key to making a good salad is to vary the base. By switching up your lettuce