September 23, 2020 at 03:00AM These Apple Chai Pancakes combine two of my favorite fall flavors: apples and chai! They’re hearty, filling and a fun twist on classic pancakes. Easily made gluten-free if desired! Are you sick of peach recipes yet? Honestly I wish peaches were in season all year
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Sweet Potato Turkey Chili
September 22, 2020 at 01:00PM Lightened-up chili using ground turkey and sweet potato! This Sweet Potato Turkey Chili can be made in one-pot and will feed you all fall and winter long for dinner or lunches alike. I would say that in general, I follow the seasons with my eating
Sweet Potato Smoothie Bowl [Tastes Like Sweet Potato Pie!]
September 21, 2020 Change up your smoothie routine this fall with this Sweet Potato Pie Smoothie Bowl. The sweetness of sweet potato, paired with cinnamon spices makes this a breakfast you will crave but is also good for you! Don’t forget the hidden veggies for an extra healthy punch. First
My Experience with An Ectopic Pregnancy
September 15, 2020 at 10:00AM *If you’ve experienced pregnancy loss this post may be triggering for you so please proceed with caution.* Not in a million years did I think I’d be writing this post. For one, I’ve never had a desire to document my pregnancy experience or share any
Cashew Butter [with Cinnamon]
September 09, 2020 at 10:00AM Ever wondered how to make cashew butter? This cinnamon cashew butter is the ultimate creamy topping for toast, apples, granola or whatever your heart desires and is made with just 5 simple ingredients! C likes to joke that I roped him in in the early
What’s the Difference Between Natural, Organic, Cruelty-Free + Clean Beauty?
September 08, 2020 at 02:00PM This post came to me after I received an email a few weeks ago. This person was wondering why a particular organic product wasn’t on my recommendation list and I realized there are so many terms floating around the beauty industry that aren’t well defined.
Apple Cinnamon Granola
September 07, 2020 at 10:00AM An easy fall breakfast recipe for Apple Cinnamon Granola. Packed-full of healthy ingredients like whole-grain rolled oats, pecans and hemp hearts this granola will keep you full all morning long! There are moments when I find myself so immersed in this health-conscious, foodie-obsessed world that
How To Make The Perfect Roasted Potatoes
September 02, 2020 at 01:00PM Revisiting an THM classic with a tutorial on how to make the perfect roasted potatoes. With two variations for when you’re in a rush or have more time! They’re crispy on the outside and soft on the inside with a delicious spicy coating. These roasted
September Journal Prompts + Facing Challenges
September 01, 2020 at 10:00AM I’ve been reading Glennon Doyle’s new book, Untamed and have been so inspired by it! She mentions the quote, “You can do hard things”, so I wanted to focus on overcoming challenges and tapping into your own strength for this month’s journal prompts. Life is
How to Make Restaurant Style Salsa
August 31, 2020 at 10:00AM Get the best of your favorite Mexican restaurant with this restaurant style salsa recipe. Made with simple ingredients and ready in minutes, this restaurant salsa pairs perfectly with homemade tortilla chips and spicy margaritas! One of the things I really miss these days is going
The BEST Baba Ganoush
August 26, 2020 at 02:00PM This is the BEST Baba Ganoush recipe. It’s a flavor filled smoked eggplant dip that can be served as a dip or topping to a Mediterranean inspired bowls or eaten on its own with homemade pita chips or veggies. Are there some veggies that you
Why and How I Stopped Doing Sponsored Posts
August 25, 2020 at 10:00AM The other day I received a pretty triggering message on Instagram. Like most digital creators and online influencers (or whatever you want to call us) I receive quite a few DMs and emails daily from brands wanting to “work” together. I put work in quotation
Mango Coconut Chia Pudding
August 24, 2020 at 02:00PM A three-ingredient breakfast or dessert recipe for Mango Coconut Chia Pudding. It’s gluten-free, vegan and takes 2 minutes to make. No sugar added and made with healthy fats from chia seeds and coconut milk. Originally the entirety of this mango chia pudding post was all
Work-From-Home Lunches
August 20, 2020 at 10:00AM I’ve been working from home for 7 years so you could say I have a lot of practice. But the one thing I still struggle with is lunch. I bank on leftovers most days but oftentimes I’m either a) short on time or b) hangry
How to Make Whole Wheat Pancakes
August 19, 2020 at 10:00AM Have you ever wondered how to make whole wheat pancakes? This whole wheat pancake recipe is packed full of whole grains with dairy-free or dairy-full optionals for a healthier twist on traditional pancakes. My name is Davida and I’m addicted to my label maker. It’s
Thai Basil Tofu
August 18, 2020 at 10:00AM An easy recipe for Thai Basil Tofu that is ready in under 30 minutes. Easy swaps are available to make this Thai Tofu vegetarian and whether or not you can find Thai Basil doesn’t matter much for a delicious dinner the whole family will love.
Peaches and Cream Overnight Oats
August 17, 2020 at 12:00AM Delicious peaches and cream overnight oats made with fresh peaches and dairy-free with coconut cream. Just mix all together the night before and it’s ready in the morning. Fun fact about me, growing up we always had “porridge” for breakfast. Ever since I can remember
Crispy Tempeh Bowls with Spicy Turmeric Rice
August 12, 2020 at 10:00AM For a fully plant-based meal in one, whip up these crispy tempeh bowls with spicy turmeric rice topped with a tahini and tamari dressing. Filling, full of veggies and protein and a meal the whole family will love. By now you guys know I don’t
Shop My Face Mask Collection…The Kind For Your Skin!
August 11, 2020 at 10:00AM Who would have thought that 2020 would bring a whole new meaning to face masks?! It’s kind of crazy that I need to differentiate between face masks that cover your mouth and the kind that are part of your skincare routine, but here we are!
Tropical Sriracha Chicken Salad
August 09, 2020 at 07:00PM Change up your usual salad game with this spicy and sweet Tropical Sriracha Chicken Salad. It’s packed full of veggies and flavor with an added boost of protein from the Sriracha-Pineapple Marinated chicken breast. Are you someone who thinks that all salads are boring? Not
Farro Caprese Salad
August 05, 2020 at 10:00AM All you need are 7 simple ingredients to whip up this delicious and flavorful farro caprese salad. A perfect vegetarian grain salad that is filling and satisfying. I was looking at my content calendar the other day and noticed a trend in recipes for this
The 3 Things That Actually Cleared My Acne
August 04, 2020 at 10:00AM Sometimes I think I’ve shared a post on here when I’ve actually just written it in my head. Or maybe it was all just a dream? Who knows…But what I do know is that after almost 6 years of dealing with adult acne, I’ve finally
Peach and Halloumi Salad
August 02, 2020 at 10:00PM This Arugula Peach and Halloumi Salad is the summer salad I just can’t get enough of! Tossed with pecans, onions and fresh mint and topped with a lemon vinaigrette, I have no doubts you will love this salad too! August is here so I feel
Journal Prompts for August + Finding Your Purpose
August 01, 2020 at 10:00AM Does anyone else feel like there’s been a constant chatter, chaos, noise since March?! Every week there’s something new to care about and get fired up about. Here’s what I’ve realized: I can’t save the world. Can I get passionate about something? Yes. Can I
Summer Panzanella Salad
July 29, 2020 at 10:00AM The perfect tomato + summer panzanella salad recipe using leftover bread and fresh summer produce for a refreshing appetizer or entree. Fun fact! I used to speak 4 languages. “Used to” are the key words here. In high school I decided I wanted to be
5 Books to Read This Summer
July 28, 2020 at 10:00AM Welcome back to another round of seasonal reads! As a reminder, we try to stop in every few months to round-up what we’ve been reading. We tend to stick to a 5-book format since it’s a pretty attainable goal and prevents you from getting stuck
5 Better Alternatives to Amazon
July 23, 2020 at 10:00AM My relationship with Amazon is confusing. For years it was my go-to for fast, reliable and cheap access to various life essentials when I was too lazy to go to the store to buy them. I’m certainly not alone in this sentiment. 82% of US
Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Ice Cream
July 21, 2020 at 05:00PM Healthy Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Ice Cream. It’s made with just 3 simple ingredients and is ready in minutes! It’s also gluten-free, vegan and paleo. Ice cream just got a healthy makeover! Do you remember when banana “ice cream” hit the food scene? I swear
5 Medicinal Herbs to Grow at Home
July 21, 2020 at 10:00AM The other day I was sitting pulling the buds off a bundle of lavender I had dried and realized that the summer is almost halfway through here in the Northern Hemisphere so if I’m going to encourage you to grow your own medicinal herbs I
Summer Veggie Curry Recipe
July 20, 2020 at 10:00AM Ready for a quick, one-pot meal? This easy summer veggie curry comes together in 20 minutes and is packed full of summer veggies + nutrition! A perfect meal the whole family will enjoy. By now you guys have probably realized that I’m all about the