Growing up, all I knew was that babies have breast milk or formula and then transition over to rice cereal as they begin to eat food. Since I have a background in holistic nutrition, I found it very odd that pediatricians recommended rice cereal as the first food for babies to try. Knowing that there […]
1. Soothes Acid Reflux Watermelons are considered an anti-inflammatory food. Melons can actually regulate pH levels within the body and aid in soothing the gastrointestinal tract. They can also decrease the production of acid within the stomach. 2. Skin Protector Like I mentioned above, Watermelon is an antioxidant powerhouse. It also contains high levels of Vitamin A […]
Happy Friday babes! If you live in the Boston area, Spring has finally arrived and I couldn’t be more excited. Warm weather, sunshine, and it’s officially farmers market season, which means fresh fruit + veggies! The Functional Food of the week is the beautiful Bell Pepper. Just to give you a little background […]
If you guys watched my insta-stories or saw my post this Saturday, you already know I spent the day at the Well Summit in Boston and it was absolutely amazing. It was a day full of in-person connection, support, inspiration and education. The energy throughout the day was freakin magical. Everyone was so happy and […]
I’m sure you can guess by the title – this weeks’ functional food is the Chia seed! I’m sure you’ve heard all about them by now, they’re an extremely nutrient-dense superfood. Whats a “superfood” you ask? A superfood is defined as “a food that is rich in compounds (such as antioxidants, fiber, or fatty acids) […]
The Functional Food of the week is Avocado! I’m sure all of you have tried an Avocado, but if you haven’t – I have no freakin’ idea what you are waiting for! This fruit is considered one of the most nutrient-dense fruits in the world, it is a superfood in every sense of the word. Some […]
Lost people don’t know this, BUT – raw, local honey is a natural remedy that can be MORE effective than most over-the-counter medicine or prescriptions you’ll find at your pharmacy. It has been used as a form of medicine for thousands of years. It should absolutely be a part of your routine during the winter, […]
Ginger, honey + warm water is easily one of my favorite drinks to whip up first thing in the morning or even at night after dinner. (Besides bone broth, a turmeric latte or ACV, honey + water of course). I discovered Ginger a few years ago after doing research on natural remedies for sensitive stomachs. […]
I don’t know about you babes, but Cinnamon is one of my absolute FAVORITE spices to add to food. It’s super versatile and can be used in so many different ways. Not only does it taste freakin delicious, but it is also an extremely powerful + potent spice that has been used around the world […]