You may have heard the term “Buddha Bowl” and wonder what exactly this is. Bowls are an easy and healthy way to make a balanced meal; they’re also great for meal prep. In today’s post, I’ll share my simple template for making your own healthy bowls.

Although summer doesn’t officially kick off until June 21st, those of us in the Pacific Northwest are eager for this seasonal shift. We feel it in our bones – we’re ready for all the joy and relaxation that summer brings: the restorative warmth of the sun, picnics in the park, picking fresh summer berries, or a simple after-dinner stroll.

Warm weather is here and that means it’s smoothie season! I drink smoothies year-round, but if you like to wait until the sun comes out, then today’s post is for you. Today’s recipe features one of my favorite fruits: mango! Read on for the recipe and to learn why this smoothie is a healthy option, as well as tips for meal prepping smoothies.

You’ve likely heard of inflammation; not all inflammation is bad, but too much of it can be harmful. The good news is that certain foods may help prevent or reduce inflammation. Today I’ll discuss what inflammation is and how you can reduce it by eating a healthy diet.

Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is diabetes that develops in pregnancy. It can often be managed with lifestyle changes such as increasing exercise and eating fewer carbohydrates. For more information about what gestational diabetes is, check out one of my previous blog posts. Today I’m going to focus specifically on how to lower morning blood sugar levels with lifestyle changes.

Welcome back for another post in my Flour Power series! There are so many alternatives to traditional wheat flour these days. Many of them, including millet flour, are naturally gluten-free so they are great for those with Celiac disease or gluten sensitivity. Today I’ll share what millet flour is, why it’s a healthy option for baking, and list the various ways it can be used.

Because I eat overnight oats almost every week, I thought I’d share another one of my favorite recipes with you today. One of the greatest things about overnight oats is that they are so customizable. Today’s recipe uses unsweetened applesauce and chia seeds. Read on to find out why this is an easy and healthy recipe that you should add to next week’s meal prep!

Healthy foods are important for your whole body and that includes your brain. Would you change your diet if it could possibly improve your brain health as you age? If so, then this blog post is for you! Today I’m sharing what I know about the healthiest foods for your brain.

After making walnut butter for last week’s blog post, I decided to try something new for breakfast. As you can probably tell based on a lot of my recipes, I LOVE peanut butter and could eat it every day. This breakfast recipe, however, uses walnut butter instead. Walnuts are packed with healthy fats, so they are a great way to make your breakfast more filling. Keep reading if you’re interested in trying this blueberry walnut baked oatmeal!

It’s time for another recipe in my Better Butters Series! Walnuts are a nutrient-packed option when choosing nut butter, but unfortunately, store-bought varieties can be expensive. That’s why I like to make my own walnut butter! Today’s post is all about the health benefits of walnuts and I'll share a simple recipe for making your own walnut butter at home.