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I recently stopped by the EverTalk TV to share my small starter steps for massive success and healthy habits to live a more fulfilled life this year. Watch!

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How are those New Year’s resolutions going so far? Are you staying committed? Or are you starting to fall back into your old patterns? I recently stopped by the EverTalk TV (formerly GoodMorning LaLa Land) studio to chat about a better approach to achieving your goals. In case you missed the live show, tune in to the […]

Healthy Habits To Adopt In 2020

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As much as I love eating light, a summer salad just doesn’t cut it when I’m famished … especially during the cold winter months when we all start craving the flavors of carby comfort foods. Next time your craving a showstopping seasonal salad, you’ve gotta try this satisfying and hearty Roasted Pumpkin and Crunchy Red […]

Roasted Pumpkin and Crunchy Red Quinoa Salad with Sesame Mint Dressing

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In my recent interview on Lift Your Legacy Podcast, I share what it means to eat in the middle and how to develop a healthy relationship with food.

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It’s the start of a new year — and a whole new decade — which means one thing: A lot of people are on a mission to clean up their diet and finally stick to a better way of eating. But if you find yourself confused by all the conflicting diet advice out there, you’re […]

Dishing Up Diet Inspo on the Lift Your Legacy Podcast

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Listen into my chat with Directionally Challenged podcast hosts Candice King and Kayla Ewell for my roadmap to navigating your kitchen like a pro!

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The last time I was in Los Angeles, I got to meet the fabulous Candice King and Kayla Ewell. They’re both talented actresses and podcast hosts of the hit show Directionally Challenged. During our convo, the two opened up to me about their mealtime struggles. And, trust me, I get it!  As a wife, mom […]

Directionally Challenged Podcast: Your Roadmap To Becoming a Flexible Chef 

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You know what they say, “When in Africa, drink as the Africans drink!” Okay, I may have adapted the famous phrase just a bit. But, trust me, you’re going to want to try this cocktail! My family and I recently vacationed in Africa, and, during our second night there, we watched the sunset while sipping […]

African Ngolo Cocktail Recipe

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This mung bean stew only takes a few minutes to prepare and is one your diners will definitely rave over on a chilly night! Get the recipe.

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If you follow me on Instagram then you probably saw my family and I recently traveled to Africa for an incredible two-week safari vacation. Wow — was it the trip of a lifetime! In between tracking leopards, lions, and other exotic wildlife we usually only see on the Discovery Channel, I spent some with the […]

Winter Comfort Mung Bean Stew

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Watch as I whip up the simplest salmon meal outdoors at the Grumeti Serengeti Tented Camp. This was one of the highlights of our Africa adventure!

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Picture this: An open field in Tanzania with nothing in sight but sprawling land, tall grass, and gorgeous trees. Oh yeah, and let’s not forget about the occasional leopard, tiger, giraffe, elephant, and hippo! Smack dab in the middle of this magical faraway land is a tented camp with an outdoor kitchen area that’s complete with a bar […]

African Safari Special: The Freshest Salmon With Oil Tapenade

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Overindulged? Here is my advice to help you get back on track ASAP, so your one night of yummy indulgences doesn't turn into two, or three, or more!

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We’ve all had those nights. Ones where we’ve eaten way more than we should have, had an extra drink (or two), and enjoyed ourselves a little more than we planned. That’s okay — you deserved it. But, what you do the next morning to bounce back is essential. Here is my advice to help you […]

Overindulged Last Night? Here’s What To Do The Next Day!

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Each year, we're hit with the popular question: "What are your resolutions?" Find out why I think we should ditch them and what we should do instead!

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Each year, as we get ready to ring in the new year, we’re hit with the popular question: “What are your resolutions?”  The thing is: The majority of people I speak to feel like they have to come up with something. So, they half cook up an idea. Usually, it’s something like: eat healthier, work out […]

Why You Should Ditch Traditional New Year’s Resolutions … And Do THIS Instead!

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What’s your favorite kitchen tool? I'm personally obsessed with my dehydrator! In this post, I'm sharing why I love it so much and 9 things I make in it!

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What’s your favorite kitchen tool? I’m personally obsessed with my dehydrator! Sure, dehydrating food takes a long time. But here’s the good news: While your dehydrator may need a few hours—or in some cases, a few days—to deliver the decadent dish you’ve been craving, once you prep your ingredients, you can leave them and forget […]

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Love sipping on a flavorful beverage, but hate all those extra calories and chemicals? In this article, my friend and health blogger Melissa Gundersen shows us 11 delicious infused water recipes and steps us through how to make them! Every morning I wake up, stumble to the kitchen, and make myself a pitcher of infused water. […]

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Many of you read with fascination about xenoestrogens and the affect on our health and waistlines last week. We’ve followed up this week with a Part 2 to Dave Catudal’s popular post: a handy lists of foods to eat and avoid to help balance your hormones to achieve optimal health. What is the one thing you do everyday? You […]

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