Simple Bone Broth Recipe
This simple bone broth recipe is nourishing and delicious. You can use chicken or beef bones to create a huge batch of broth that you can sip on all winter long or to add extra flavour to your favourite soups and sauces. Bone broth is rich in minerals, protein and collagen and is the perfect cold weather beverage.
6 Simple Daily Habits for Boosting Energy During Menopause
Menopause symptoms don’t have to control your energy levels. With these small daily habits, you can feel more vibrant, alert, and ready to tackle each day. By focusing on hydration, nutrition, movement, and restful sleep, you’re supporting your body and managing menopause symptoms naturally. Try incorporating one or two of these tips at a time and watch your energy soar!
Decadent High Protein Mocha Chocolate Mousse
This Decadent Mocha Chocolate Mousse made with tofu is the perfect combination of simplicity, indulgence, and nutrition. Whether you’re looking for a way to sneak in some extra protein or want a dessert that’s vegan-friendly and decadent, this mousse checks all the boxes. Try it out and see if it becomes your new go-to dessert!
One Pot Thai-Style Beef & Broccoli
When you need an easy, delicious, and gluten free weeknight meal, this One Pan, Gluten Free Beef and Broccoli dish is what I want you to think of. Ground beef (or chicken, or pork!) is cooked until crispy and with simple seasonings is turned into a wholesome, hearty and comforting family dinner.
Gluten Free Sausage, Leek and Roasted Red Pepper Pasta
Gluten-Free Sausage, Leek, and Roasted Red Pepper Pasta is a comforting, quick, and packed with flavour weeknight meal your whole family will love. This recipe is gluten free to help manage the inflammation I’ve been experiencing in my joints. If you are looking for a recipe that feels as good on your body as it does on your tastebuds, give this one a try!
Lemon Butter Salmon with Leek Salsa
Savour this Lemon Butter Salmon, baked to flaky perfection and topped with a leek, caper and parsley salsa. This dish is as easy as it is elegant. Perfect for busy people seeking a show stopping meal for friends or a nutritious weeknight meal.
Warming Butternut Squash, Chickpea and Spinach Soup
This Warming Butternut Squash, Chickpea and Spinach soup makes a hearty and nutritious dinner that’s rich in flavour and brimming with nutrients to support wellness during menopause. It’s thick, cozy, and ideal for meal-prepping, too, so you can enjoy it throughout the week. I hope it brings you warmth, nourishment, and all the comfort you crave this season!
Nutritional Shifts I have made since menopause
The truth is, nothing about menopause makes you healthy. It’s up to each of us to actively make the changes to our diet and lifestyle that will promote a long and healthy life. Here are the top changes I’ve prioritized in my diet that have made a significant impact on my wellbeing - physically, mentally and emotionally. What changes have you made that have made a difference?
High Protein Banana Bread Overnight Oats
Whether mornings are a rush or not, this Banana Bread Overnight Oats are sure to become a new favourite in your household. When you can’t wake up to the smell of freshly baked banana bread, these oats are the next best things! Made with a sneaky serving of protein powder, plus all the super foods you know will make you feel amazing, this make-ahead breakfast is a nutritious and satisfying start to your day.
Filling Your Cup
Life is too short to waste it on things that drain your cup. Fill your cup. Let it overflow. Nothing matters more than cherishing the time you have with your family and friends. And if you have the space to help others feel this way too, use it.
Crispy Chicken Cutlets with Arugula Salad
Crispy Chicken Cutlets with Arugula Salad is the freshest and most satisfying meal! It's basically 7 ingredients (if you count salt + pepper) and is delicious and simple. You know I love when my food tastes unhealthy but is actually very healthy. The chicken basically tastes like one big chicken nugget top with fresh arugula and zesty lemon.
Pumpkin Penne Alla Vodka
Pumpkin Penne alla Vodka is a seasonal take on your favourite vodka sauce with the addition of pumpkin purée, which adds an irresistible richness to the pasta. We've upped the nutritional value by adding baby spinach and a little prosciutto for richness and protein. You'll want to make this every week this fall!
Super Salmon Caesar
I love a classic Caesar salad but I love it even more when it gets a mood boosting upgrade! Enter this delicious and simple Super Salmon Caesar - a midweek dinner that tastes delicious and is filled with mood boosting superfoods to support your wellness from the inside out.
High Protein Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats
High Protein Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats is the epitome of a cozy and delicious autumn breakfast! And this couldn’t be easier to whip up. Simply mix the ingredients, let them sit overnight in the fridge, and you’ve got a high protein, nourishing breakfast ready to go! It’s perfect for meal prep and will make your mornings feel like a breeze.
Things you should know about me if we’re going to be BFFs.
It's time I reintroduced myself! Hi! Welcome to my little corner of the internet where I share recipes that nourish, movement that inspires and tips and tricks to find more joy in the everyday, with the hopes of creating my own life love story. I'm so happy to have you along for the journey.
Creamy Cider Braised Chicken with Bacon, Fennel and Rosemary
Creamy Apple Cider Braised Chicken Thighs in a luscious sauce of fennel, shallots, and rosemary is what fall dreams are made of! Serve this on a regular Wednesday or to company for a one-skillet meal that will impress and comfort.
A cheat sheet for happiness : The Dopamine Menu
Dopamine menu is a list of personal joy-inducing delights. Happiness doesn’t always have to come from grand gestures. Sometimes it’s the small, everyday moments that can create the biggest dopamine boosts. What would you add to your list?
Grilled Ginger Marinated Steak with Cucumber, Bell Pepper Salad
When life gets busy, weeknight meals need to be quick, easy, and of course, delicious! This Grilled Ginger Marinated Flank Steak paired with a fresh bell pepper, cucumber, and avocado salad checks all the boxes. It’s packed with flavour, nutrient-rich, and best of all—simple to make. The ginger dressing works double-duty as both marinade and salad dressing.
High Protein Cookie Dough Bark
High Protein Cookie Dough Bark is a delicious but healthier alternative to traditional desserts. This edible cookie dough bark will satisfy a sweet craving while giving you a boost of protein in every bite. They are easy to make, and perfect for a post-dinner indulgence.
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