Take control of your well-being
Embarking on the road to well-being hinges on our daily choices, spanning from our thoughts to our dietary preferences and approach to life. These decisions wield a profound influence over our emotional and physical wellness. On this website, I aim to provide valuable insights to help you on your path toward healing, equilibrium, and vitality.
Uncover the transformative potential of meditation, the revitalizing impact of movement, and the restorative qualities of food as medicine. Take a stroll through the pages and posts, delving into science-based wellness, wholesome recipes, and self-care practices. I invite you to join me on this journey, empowering you to lead your healthiest and most vibrant life.
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FOOD IS MEDICINE
As science advances, the evidence supporting the notion that food is indeed medicine becomes more compelling. It’s increasingly clear that what we consume can profoundly impact both our mental and physical well-being. While many are aware that the vitamins and minerals in food provide nourishment, have you considered how your individual genetic coding influences which foods are beneficial for you and which ones you should avoid?
Learn more about precision nutrition and genetic testing here.
Where Mind Meets Matter
-Thoughts to Consider-
Understanding Healthy Glycemic Foods
Most people know the glycemic index (GI) but might not be familiar with glycemic load (GL). GI is a measure of how quickly a food makes your blood sugar rise, while GL takes into account both the GI and how much carbohydrate is in a food. In this post, we will explore what the evidence says about the benefits of using GL instead of GI.
Healthy Strategies For Living With Fibromyalgia
-Meditation Practices-
-Brain Health-
Latest Recipes
Summer Fruit Crisp (GF + SF + DF + V)
If you’re craving something that tastes scrumptiously naughty, go ahead and bake up this lovely dessert filled with nature’s spectacular anti-inflammatory, nutrient-dense ingredients. A concoction of ripe organic peaches and juicy berries topped off with a crunchy, healthy superfood topping is just the way to finish off a meal. It’s a dessert that proves indulgence can be healthy – and it’s dairy, gluten, and sugar free. Summer never tasted so good!
Roasted Pepper, Artichoke and Cannellini Bean Salad (GF + V)
This dish is made with sweet roasted red and orange peppers, cannellini beans (white beans), marinated artichoke hearts, and parsley/basil in a light vinaigrette. It’s a fabulous side dish served with chicken or fish, and it’s a wonderful light gluten-free entree.
French Potato Salad (GF + DF + V)
Homemade Vanilla Honey Yogurt (GF)
Spaghetti with fresh Arugula and Tomatoes (V + GF + DF)
Beet Hummus (GF + DF + V)
MY STORY
My journey into a healthy lifestyle started early, growing up on the California coast surrounded by various versions of “health food.” We indulged in the abundance of Southern California, feasting on avocados, citrus fruits, berries, and greens. Exercise was woven into our daily routine, living near the beach meant playing in the surf and biking everywhere.
However, adulthood brought health issues—stress, anxiety, and a declining diet. After giving birth to my son, I found myself fragile and lacking vitality. The turning point came when my son was four, and I faced a health crisis: MS, mercury poisoning, and a prognosis of wheelchair-bound life.
Later, Hashimoto’s disease and Lupus joined the mix, categorized as Autoimmune Syndrome. As a single mother, the need for health to sustain a job and care for my son fueled my determination to heal through diet and lifestyle.
