The Pre-Dinner Apéritif (aka, “Digestive Primer”)

I’ve always enjoyed the concept of the pre-dinner apéritif. By definition, (and there are a few) an apéritif is typically a small alcoholic drink taken before a meal as a means to stimulate digestion and prepare the body for the meal to follow. Often the drink has bitter qualities that help to awaken the digestive…

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Super Easy Cashew Butter Cookie Recipe

Yes, sometimes the nutritionist eats cookies. But not just any old cookies. These ones are packed with healthy fats, protein, and are relatively low in sugar when compared to your typical cookie, or even “healthier” cookie recipe. They’re sweetened with coconut palm sugar and are flourless and gluten-free. And yes (in case you were wondering), they…

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Gentle Winter Cleanse (aka Digestive Reboot)

Feeling sluggish? Low energy? Bloated? Digestion not up to par? Trapped in a cycle of overeating? If you feel like you need a little help in this area I’ve got just the prescription! I call this a gentle winter cleanse, however, it’s really more of a digestive reboot or reset. While cleansing is something that’s recognized…

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How to Make Your Own Ghee (Recipe)

Today I’m going to share with you how to make your very own supply of “liquid gold” – aka – Ghee. Here’s a picture from my latest batch on Instagram. What is Ghee? Ghee, also commonly referred to as clarified butter, is a dietary source of fat that’s traditionally used in Indian cooking. It’s also…

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