The Healthful Hamper Food Drive is running again for its 8th year in a row in collaboration with Edmonton’s Food Bank to help feed families in need this season. The past 3 years have taken a toll on many families (mental health, addiction, and homeless statistics are up as a result of isolation, job loss, and inflation costs). Many families are struggling and the demand on the Food Bank continues to grow. If you have even a dollar to spare to support those locally in your community and put food on their tables this season it would be greatly appreciated. How You Can Support Small Businesses ..read more

When you have been under prolonged stress (physical, mental, and/or emotional) your body’s ability to regulate cortisol (aka your stress hormone) becomes impaired. This can lead to dysfunction in the HPA axis (hypothalamus, pituitary, and adrenal functions), and what some practitioners call “adrenal fatigue”. When we are under chronic stress, coupled with inadequate nutrition, it can leave us feeling drained and depleted. Enter the adrenal cocktail, a potent elixir gaining popularity for its ability to support adrenal health, improve energy, and boost overall well-being.  KEY COMPONENTS ..read more

Non-Bakers love a Crumble recipe because you can enjoy it quickly and easily with little prep. I am providing you a Stovetop option with only 5 ingredients to make this crumble even faster to make. I do not peel the peaches because that fuzzy skin provides nutrition and fiber. Whole peaches contain antioxidants, including vitamin C, polyphenols, and carotenoids. Antioxidants are compounds in plants that fight cell damage, and antioxidant-rich diets can help protect your bodies immune defences.  As Food Cost Inflation Increases, I want to showcase how you can make simple, uncomplicated wh ..read more

Hormone-Supporting Chipotle Chicken Bowls! These bowls are quick to toss together, keeps you full for hours, and makes a great meal prep recipe.  Hormone Pro Tip: if you’re not consuming enough fiber, then instead of being eliminated, excess hormones can be reabsorbed back into your body leading to imbalanced levels. Fiber has also been shown to play a critical role in stabilizing blood sugar & insulin levels, both of which are critical for overall hormone health. Rice, beans, veggies are all playing a fiber role in this bowl  Protein + polypeptides make up most of your body ..read more

 The Best 5-Ingredient, No Boil Fruit Spread Recipe that you can use If you want to take advantage of fruit in season or on sale and preserve it quickly, easily, and with little cost. I am sharing a lemon blueberry recipe but you can make many variations! The sky is the limit here with fruit variations in this base recipe.   FLAVOUR VARIATION IDEAS:  Simply swap lemon & blueberry in the recipe below for: Strawberry  Rhubarb Jam 1 cup strawberry, 1.5 cup rhubarb then same chia, maple syrup & salt measurements  Blackberry Saskatoon Berry Jam  1 cup b ..read more

Creamy Bacon Pea Pasta Salad with a Lemon Parmesan Dressing. Fiber and Protein are important for hormones, crushing anxiety and enjoying sustainable energy levels. Choosing a high fiber/ high protein pasta salad is a great way to enjoy that summertime pasta salad while being mindful of blood sugars. Hormone Pro Tip: Peas contain phytoestrogens, fiber, & a ton of nutrients that are uses by the body to optimize health, reduce inflammation, and increase the number of hormones produced in the body. At 25g of protein per serving it provides your body with amino acids that are used to ..read more

Did you love the classic Bounty Candy Bars when you were a kid? These Homemade Bounty Bars are so easy to make and taste like your on a tropical island! As Food Cost Inflation Increases, I want to showcase how you can make simple, uncomplicated wholesome recipes with only 5 ingredients  It will save you time, money, & reduce overwhelm in the kitchen. Join me on social media every FRIDAY for a new 5-Ingredient Friday recipe. Click Here to Watch How I Make Them Print 5-Ingredient No-Bake Bounty Bars This recipe is part of the 5-ingredient recipe series that supports you to eat nutr ..read more

5-Ingredient Watermelon Adrenopops! This is my fun twist on a classic Adrenal Cocktail merged with a popsicle.  The simple idea of an Adrenal Cocktail is designed to support the HPA axis, hormone harmony, and replenish nutrients along with electrolytes needed by the endocrine system. Now I will say this- there is a fair share of opposing literature on if an adrenal cocktail works… I’ll tell you what I know. I know that when I add them in, I feel really good, energized, and hydrated. My advice is always to listen  to YOUR body! If you don’t notice a difference the meh… move on, if ..read more

This Mexican Inspired Street Corn Salad is a crowd favorite whenever I make it for dinner, BBQ, or a picnic. Corn got a bad rap from the “diet industry” for having too many carbs/sugars, then corn got a bad rap in the holistic nutrition world for being gmo! Truth, For a long time I avoided corn. As part of my own unlearning and relearning food journey through mindful eating, I have learned to enjoy local, seasonal corn and it’s benefits in the summer from my farmers market! Hormone Pro Tip:   Corn is mainly an insoluble fiber which is key for hormones & estrogen detox Corn c ..read more

5-Ingredient Lemon Oregano Chicken (oil-free). This recipe is amazing for all proteins, including plant-based and for your grilled veggies too As Food Cost Inflation Increases, I want to showcase how you can make simple, uncomplicated wholesome recipes with only 5 ingredients It will save you time, money, & reduce overwhelm in the kitchen. Join me on social media every FRIDAY  for a new 5-Ingredient Friday recipe reel. Click Here to Watch How I Make it Print 5-Ingredient Lemon Oregano Chicken This recipe is part of the 5-ingredient recipe series that supports you to eat ..read more