Nutty “NOatmeal” with Blueberries (Keto, Grain Free, Paleo)

Nutty “NOatmeal” with Blueberries (Keto, Grain Free, Paleo)

by | Jun 2, 2019

Nutty “NOatmeal” with Blueberries is the perfect way to start your day! This grain free oatmeal is made from nuts, seeds, eggs, banana & warming spices, making it low-carb, keto & paleo. This breakfast dish will leaving you feeling satisfied and energized!

Relationship FAQ …

Q: “When did you know that your boyfriend was a keeper?”

A: “When he made me “NOatmeal” :)”

That’s right, my man makes me “NOatmeal” — and a mean latte to go with it!

I’m uncertain if it’s the act of him preparing ME breakfast (in his butt accentuating track pants) that melts my insides OR if it’s simply that his grain free oatmeal is so damn good. Whatever it is, I die and go to heaven almost every Sunday morning.

You might be wondering – “What the heck is “NOatmeal”?”

Basically, it’s oatmeal with no oats. So if you’re following a grain free, paleo, low-carb or keto diet, this recipe would be a great alternative for you.

NOatmeal Paleo Keto Grain Free

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Nutty “NOatmeal” with Blueberries

Nutty "NOatmeal" with Blueberries is the perfect way to start your day! This grain free oatmeal is made from nuts, seeds, eggs, banana & warming spices, making it low-carb, keto & paleo. This breakfast dish will leaving you feeling satisfied and energized!
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Soaking Time: 8 hours
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Grain Free, Keto, Low-Carb, Paleo
Servings: 2

Ingredients
 

  • 1/4 cup pecans*
  • 1/4 cup walnuts*
  • 2 tbsp whole flaxseeds*
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 3 eggs, pastured
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut or almond milk, (omit if soaking nuts & seeds overnight)
  • 1 banana
  • 1 tbsp almond butter
  • 1/2 cup blueberries

Instructions
 

  • Soak nuts and seeds in a jar of water overnight. Drain and rinse thoroughly before use.
  • Put nuts & seeds and spices into food processor and process until everything is roughly ground.
  • Add eggs, banana, almond butter (and nut milk, if you didn't soak the nuts & seeds) to the food processor and continue to process until everything combines.
  • Add mixture into a small saucepan and turn heat to medium-low heat.
  • Cook until the mixture thickens (~5-minutes), stirring regularly so "NOatmeal" doesn’t stick to the bottom of the pan.
  • Transfer to a small bowl, top with fresh blueberries and enjoy!

Notes

*Soak nuts and seeds in a jar of water overnight to help make them easier to digest. Drain and rinse thoroughly before use. 
If you do not soak the nuts and seeds, you will need to use 1/4 cup nut milk in the recipe.
Keyword almond butter, dairy free, eggs, gluten free, grain free, healthy breakfast, nuts, oatmeal, seeds
Orange & Avocado Salad (AIP, Paleo, Plant-Based)

Orange & Avocado Salad (AIP, Paleo, Plant-Based)

by | May 30, 2019

Orange & Avocado Salad is fresh, high in fibre and delicious! This salad recipe uses simple ingredients like leafy greens, avocado, orange, lime juice, basil and extra virgin olive oil. It’s the perfect salad to have alongside fish or meat. AIP, paleo, plant-based, low-carb & keto friendly.

Oranges are not only a great source of vitamin C – providing 163% of your daily needs in just one orange – but they’re also a great source of fiber. One large orange provides you with 17% of your daily fiber needs.

Fiber from whole foods is important for both weight loss and gut health, here’s why …

Fiber can help stop cravings and hunger since it moves through the GI tract slowly, creating a sense of fullness. Feeling full and satisfied from whole foods will help keep you on track with good eating habits, making weight loss easier.

Fiber adds bulk to stool which helps to increase stool frequency. Healthy and frequent bowel movements are an important part of gut health.

In addition, whole food fiber also acts as a prebiotic which fuels good gut bacteria. Healthy gut bacteria are not only important for good gut health, but also weight loss and many other areas of health.

DID YOU KNOW? The FDA approves the de-greening (forced ripening) of oranges, making it difficult to select the ripest and most flavourful fruit. If you buy organic oranges, you will know for certain that they have not been de-greened.

Orange & Avocado Salad (AIP, Paleo, Plant-Based)

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Orange & Avocado Salad (AIP, Paleo, Plant-Based)

Orange & Avocado Salad

Orange & Avocado Salad is fresh, high in fibre and delicious! This salad recipe uses simple ingredients like leafy greens, avocado, orange, lime juice, basil and extra virgin olive oil. It's the perfect salad to have alongside fish or meat. AIP, paleo, plant-based, low-carb & keto friendly.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: AIP, Keto, Low-Carb, Paleo, Plant-Based
Servings: 2

Ingredients
 

  • 6 cups salad greens
  • 1 orange, sliced
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp dried basil , or 1 tbsp. fresh basil chopped
  • Sea salt, to taste

Instructions
 

  • Place salad, orange, avocado (and basil, if using fresh) into a bowl.
  • Add all other ingredients into a small jar and shake, shake, shake!
  • Add dressing to salad and toss.
Keyword dairy free, gluten free, grain free, healthy salad, summer salad

 

Honey Lemon Ginger Jello (AIP, Sugar Free)

Honey Lemon Ginger Jello (AIP, Sugar Free)

by | May 9, 2019

This Honey Lemon Ginger Jello is a great healthy snack with gut healing properties. It contains simple and powerful ingredients like gelatin, ginger, lemon & honey. Perfect for those following an AIP, paleo, keto or low-carb lifestyle!

Food and supplements have played an important role in my journey with IBS.

Over the years I have developed a solid list of ‘best foods/supplements for gut support’ that I incorporate into my diet regularly to maintain the health of my gut – and help heal it when needed – so it can function optimally.

Gelatin is on my list of ‘best foods/supplements for gut support’ and here’s why …

Gelatin can improve digestion by enhancing gastric acid secretion which is important in breaking down the food we consume. Without proper digestion, we cannot absorb all the important nutrients we get from food, which can lead to nutrient deficiency in the long term.

In addition, gelatin can help to repair the mucosal lining in the stomach which is often damaged in those suffering from IBS. A damaged gut lining can cause a long list of symptoms and inflammatory reactions.

Homemade jello is a fun and easy way to incorporate gelatin into your diet. Give this Honey Lemon Ginger Jello a try. It’s healthy jello for adults and kids!

If you’re looking for more ways to add gut supportive foods into your diet, my FREE Quick-Start Guide to Smoothies is a great place to start! I use collagen-rich protein powder in all my smoothie recipes which can help support a healthy gut. In addition, you can add a high-quality collagen powder for even more support!

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Honey Lemon Ginger Jello AIP Sugar Free

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Honey Lemon Ginger Jello

This Honey Lemon Ginger Jello is a great healthy snack with gut healing properties. It contains simple and powerful ingredients like gelatin, ginger, lemon & honey. Perfect for those following an AIP, paleo, keto or low-carb lifestyle!
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Course: Snack/Treat
Cuisine: AIP, Keto, Low-Carb, Paleo
Servings: 6

Ingredients
 

  • 1 cup homemade ginger tea, recipe link in notes
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 4 tbsp. grass-fed gelatin
  • 3 tbsp. honey
  • 4-5 drops lemon essential oil (food-grade), or 1 tsp. lemon zest

Instructions
 

  • Add cold ginger tea, lemon juice and gelatin into a saucepan and let gelatin "bloom" for a few minutes.
  • Turn heat to low and begin whisking ingredients (5-10 minutes) until mixture becomes thin.
  • Whisk in honey and lemon essential oil or lemon zest towards the end.
  • Pour mixture into a glass dish or into molds. Place in the fridge for 1-hour to set.
  • Remove from molds or cut into squares and enjoy!

Notes

Homemade ginger tea recipe
Keyword dairy free, gelatin, gluten free, grain free, grass-fed, gut health, gut support, sugar free

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GI-Revive: The best supplement for healing your gut

GI-Revive: The best supplement for healing your gut

by | Apr 24, 2019

Are gas, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, stomach pain or heartburn a frustrating and uncomfortable part of your life?

Did you know that these symptoms can be an indication of poor gut health, including a damaged gut lining, gut inflammation and possibly leaky gut?

Here are a few offenders that can cause your gut to become damaged and inflamed:

  • High stress
  • Poor diet including cereal grains, industrial vegetable and seed oils, sugar and processed soy
  • Alcohol
  • Low-quality sleep
  • Excessive high-intensity exercise
  • Environmental toxins
  • Prescription and non-prescription medications, etc.

If you have IBS or another gut condition, I recommend that you start by improving your diet and lifestyle to better support the health of your gut.

Are you seeking 1:1 nutrition & health coaching for your IBS? Learn more about the Love Your Gut Program.

Supplements can also play a powerful role in helping to heal your gut. GI-Revive is one of the best gut repair formulas on the market. I have used this supplement for years and have shared it with my friends, family and clients. The results are amazing!

GI-Revive™ is a synergistic formula offering wide-ranging support for optimal gut health and function. It provides therapeutic levels of nutrients which support gut lining repair and help fight inflammation along with ingredients to promote healthy bowel function.

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What makes GI-Revive the best supplement for healing your gut

1. L-glutamine. Glutamine is the most important and commonly used nutritional substance to repair tissues, particularly high turnover tissue such as the cells of the intestinal lining. Glutamine deficiency can cause severe intestinal degradation and supplementation can enhance intestinal healing and repair. It is essential in maintaining proper intestinal permeability and avoiding “leaky gut syndrome.” Leaky gut syndrome can result in increased toxic and allergy exposure, systemic inflammation, and autoimmune disease.

2. Aloe Vera, Slippery Elm, Marshmallow, Chamomile, Okra, Cat’s Claw and DGL. These relaxing herbs can improve intestinal function by coating and soothing the intestinal lining, promoting the healing of ulcers and inflamed tissue, and reducing cramping by relaxing the intestines. GI Revive™ contains this impressive comprehensive blend of botanicals that have a long traditional use in gastrointestinal disorders.

3. Prune Powder and Citrus Pectin. These two ingredients are included to safely aid in regularity of bowel movements without the damaging effects of commonly used herbal laxatives.

4. MSM and Quercetin. These anti-inflammatory substances can reduce the chronic inflammation which is often the reason why the intestinal lining becomes damaged and “leaky.” Quercetin can also improve tissue health through its antioxidant functions.

5. Zinc Carnosine and N-Acetyl Glucosamine. Zinc carnosine has impressive mucosal-protective and anti-ulcerative properties, including the ability to protect the intestinal lining against damage due to strong anti-inflammatory medications. N-Acetyl Glucosamine aids in the production of health supportive structures for the cells of the intestinal lining. Supplementation of these nutrients, can help support proper mucosal health and reduce intestinal permeability.

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How to use GI-Revive

Add 1 tablespoon to a glass of water. Stir briskly and consume immediately. Take once daily. Take on an empty stomach (ex., immediately upon waking, in-between meals or at night before bed).

Take for 3-months consecutively. Most people see results soon after starting this product. Continue to take this product for the full course to allow for optimal healing of the gut. After you have used this product for 3-months, keep track of your gut health. If you feel you need extra gut support, you can go on a maintenance supplement during this time (I recommend l-glutamine). You can always start another course of GI-Revive if needed. I recommend waiting 2-3 months between courses.

Other times GI-Revive can be helpful

1. Gut support when consuming alcohol. Alcohol can be very disruptive on the gut lining. GI-Revive can help to protect your gut from the damaging effects of alcohol and repair the gut if damage occurs. I recommend taking GI-Revive before AND after alcohol consumption to help mitigate alcohol’s negative effects. 1 tbsp. before and after.

2. Gut support when eating out. Food found in most restaurants and fast-food joints contain low-quality ingredients and inflammatory cooking oils, all of which can be extremely disruptive to the gut. I recommend preparing your own food with high-quality ingredients as often as possible. When eating out, I recommend taking GI-Revive before AND after food consumption to help mitigate the negative effects of low-quality ingredients and inflammatory oils. 1 tbsp. before and after.

3. Gut support during travel. Travel can be a big stressor on the gut, especially if flying and eating out a lot. I recommend taking GI Revive before and during travel to help mitigate the negative effects of travel on the gut.

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Got smoothie gas? How to tweak your smoothie

Got smoothie gas? How to tweak your smoothie

by | Apr 23, 2019

Are you experiencing smoothie gas or other gut issues like bloating, pain, diarrhea or heartburn after consuming your smoothie?

These symptoms can be a problem for some people. To be honest, there was a time in my smoothie journey where smoothies were causing baby to have a little too much gas for her liking.

It took a bit of time for me to realize that some ingredients in my smoothies were causing me to run into isolated rooms throughout the day.

After some experimenting, I learned that too much kale or broccoli were triggers for my gas problems. So, I now use mainly spinach as my green base and only add small amounts of kale and broccoli.

I also learned a while back that I had a slight intolerance to avocados (an intolerance that developed during a stressful time in my life) and if I ate them in excess I would get heartburn. So, instead of using avocados as a healthy fat source in my smoothies, I opt for other healthy fats that my body responds well to.

Now, this doesn’t mean that kale, broccoli and avocados are unhealthy foods – it just means that they don’t work well for my body at this time in my life. How I react to these foods months or years down the road might be very different (or may be the same).

Our bodies are constantly changing – what works for you today might not work for you tomorrow. It’s important to be in-tune with your body and experiment with foods in your diet, so you can consume more of the foods that serve you well and avoid the ones that don’t.

If you’re experiencing smoothie gas or gut issues after consuming your smoothie, I strongly recommend that you don’t give up on this healthy habit, but instead make some tweaks so your body is better able to digest, process and absorb this nutrient-rich drink.

I’ve put together some practical tips you can experiment with if you’re experiencing any gut distress with your daily smoothie.

How to tweak your smoothie if you’re experiencing smoothie gas or gut issues

1. Reduce the amount of greens you put in your smoothie.

Some guts do a better job of digesting greens than others. If your gut is struggling, try reducing veggies to 1/2 a cup. You can increase this amount over time and see how your gut responds (I don’t recommend going over 1.5 cups of greens).

2. Avoid or reduce high sulfur vegetables like kale, broccoli and spinach.

Although high sulfur veggies are extremely good for your health they can sometimes cause and/or aggravate symptoms like gas and bloating. If you’re experiencing these symptoms, try using vegetables like lettuce, celery, watercress, mustard greens or zucchini instead. I also recommend avoiding any other ingredients you suspect are causing symptoms.

3. Re-evaluate the protein powder you’re using.

Protein powders are a big culprit when it comes to gut issues. Low-quality and high-allergen protein sources (and a long list of ‘other’ ingredients) can cause digestive problems and/or other health issues. If you’re uncertain whether your protein powder is causing symptoms, I suggest trying it on its own (with water only) and see how your body responds. Also, check out my protein powder checklist to help guide you with finding a high-quality protein powder.

4. Drink your smoothie slowly and in a calm state.

I know it may be tempting to pound back your delicious tasting smoothie, but this approach can be overwhelming for your gut. Drinking a smoothie should be no different than eating a meal – it’s important do to both slowly and in a stress free state. The slower you consume your food, the easier it is for your gut to process, digest and absorb nutrients. This is particularly important for those dealing with IBS.

In addition to experimenting with the above, I also recommend that you support digestion with these simple and practical tips.

Ferrero Rocher Date Balls (Paleo, Naturally Sweetened)

Ferrero Rocher Date Balls (Paleo, Naturally Sweetened)

by | Apr 19, 2019

Ferrero Rocher Date Balls are super easy to make with only 3 simple ingredients required! They are soft, chewy & chocolatey + naturally sweetened with dates. They are the perfect healthy snack or treat for those following a paleo or plant-based lifestyle. It’ll be love at first bite!

DID YOU KNOW? Dates have high levels of soluble fiber, which keep bowel movements regular by adding bulk to stool and helping it move faster through the intestines.

If you suffer from constipation, try adding dates into your diet as a natural constipation relief remedy. Consume in moderation.

In addition, dates are packed with vitamins and minerals and are a perfect natural sweetener and sugar alternative. I incorporate them into gut healing smoothies (like my Egg Nog Smoothie & Pumpkin Pie Smoothie) and sweet treats (check out my recipes below).

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Ferrero Rocher Date Balls

 

What you need for Ferrero Rocher Date Balls …

3 simple steps …

  1. Process hazelnuts.
  2. Then add remaining ingredients and continue to process until everything sticks together.
  3. Lastly, scoop mixture with a spoon and roll into bite-sized balls. Coat the outside with crushed hazelnuts.
Ferrero Rocher Date Balls

Ferrero Rocher Date Balls

Ferrero Rocher Date Balls are super easy to make with only 3 simple ingredients required! They are soft, chewy & chocolatey + naturally sweetened with dates. They are the perfect healthy snack or treat for those following a paleo or plant-based lifestyle. It'll be love at first bite!
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Soak Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Course: Snack/Treat
Cuisine: Paleo, Plant-Based
Servings: 30 balls

Equipment

  • Food processor

Ingredients
 

  • 1.5 cups dates, pitted and soaked
  • 1 cup hazelnuts, dry-roasted or raw
  • 4 heaping tbsp. cacao or cocoa powder
  • 1/8 tsp. sea salt

Instructions
 

  • Soak dates in water for 30-minutes and drain.
  • Add hazelnuts into food processor and process until nuts are chopped into small pieces.
  • Add dates, cacao/cocoa powder and sea salt into the food processor with hazelnuts and continue to process until ingredients start to stick together.
  • Scoop out mixture with a tablespoon and roll into balls.
  • Optional step: Add a handful of hazelnuts into the food processor and process into small pieces. Roll balls in mixture to coat the outside.
  • Enjoy these delicious date balls right away or store in an air-tight container in the fridge for later.
Keyword cacao, cocoa, dates, gluten free, grain free, hazelnuts, healthy snacks