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Episode 223: 4 Foods That Are Hurting Your Thyroid
In honor of thyroid awareness month, today we're chatting about eating for your thyroid. Or more accurately, what NOT to eat.
As a Hashimoto's Thyroiditis warrior, this topic is close to my heart. Learning about how nutrition impacts this powerhouse organ was a turning point for me in my healing journey.
For years I was on thyroid medication, but without the knowledge I'm sharing today, I still struggled with cold hands and feet, stubborn weight, irregular menstrual cycles, and debilitating fatigue.
And...
Episode 199: Kat's Favorite Healthy Swaps for Every Day Dishes
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This Cinco De Mayo I decided to go spend some time with my big sister (a fellow holistic health coach). And as we sat and enjoyed absolutely mouthwatering gluten-and-dairy-free burritos and modified margaritas made with just tequila, lemon, lime, and lime la croix, we talked about our clients and the various ways we get them to make lasting change - ya know, typical shop talk.
Want to know our secret?
It was a strategy we came back to again and again: eating the same...
Episode 193: How to Survive an Elimination Diet (Part 1)
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If you know me, you know I am not a fan of deprivation for deprivation's sake when it comes to dieting.
I don't think we should be cutting out foods willy nilly, and I certainly don't think we should cut out entire macronutrients.
However the old adage is true: one person's superfood is another person's poison. And sometimes there are certain foods that cause a reaction in our body that prevents us from looking or feeling our best.
And the only way to truly know what those foods are is through an...
Episode 21: Diet and Depression... Could It Be a Cure??
Hey!! I hope this blog finds you well. I hope it finds you happy with your job, in a loving relationship, with overflowing self confidence, health, and joy.
But what if it isn't? What if this blog is finding you barely able to make it out of bed. What if it finds you with that too-familiar dark cloud hanging overhead? What if it finds you just trying to make it through the day?
Well, I'm hoping, if that's you... today's episode might help.
Because today we're talking about the inextricable link...
Whole30 Orange Chicken
Holy crap you guys, I got this INCREDIBLE recipe from Food Faith Fitness and it is absolutely stellar!!
If you are craving some naughty comfort food, but don't want the side of guilt, you've got to try this one out, trust me you won't be sorry.
Ingredients
- 3/4 Cup 100% organic orange juice
- Zest Of half a medium orange
- 1 Tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- Pinch Red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper
- 1/2 Tbsp avocado or refined coconut oil
- 1/2 Tbsp Fresh ginger, minced
- 1...
Whole30 Dill Zoodles with Baked Salmon
I'm a girl of habit and can get in the same food routine very easily. So it makes me exceptionally happy when I venture out, try a new recipe, and love it enough to add it to my "regulars" list.
This Whole30 baked salmon and dill zoodles recipe, which I found on theorganicdietition.com, can be served hot as a "pasta" dish or cold as a salad, and tastes just as good either way.
It's very bright and zesty in flavor and has a beautiful mix of textures. Bon appetit!
Ingredients
2 large zucchini, spirilized or shredded into noodles (I...
Whole30 Approved Chipotle Beef & Avocado Bowl
If you follow me on Instagram, you may know that I moved to a new apartment this week. And I am SO lucky that my mom lives just down the street, because after a long day of moving and unpacking, she made me this INCREDIBLE Chipotle Beef & Avocado Bowl that was so freaking flavorful it made me do my happy food dance (yes, it's a real thing, and yes it is completely involuntary).
This recipe came from 40aprons.com and is Whole30 approved (no gluten, dairy, soy, nuts, etc.) so naturally, I'm super excited to add it to...
