Posts by staceyalehn
Craving Carbs? Stop the insanity!
Even when you begin changing your eating habits for the better, incorporating cleaner foods and better practices, you can still fall victim to the massive carb craving. Sometimes, we attribute these carb cravings to a lousy day at work or a stressful week of deadlines, but carb cravings can also come from physiological imbalances. When…
Read MoreVegan “Bullet-Proof” Coffee
Have you ever tried bullet-proof coffee? I’m gonna be dead honest here and admit that I’m not a huge fan of the conventional method of using grass-fed butter. I appreciate the results (the way it helps me feel fueled) but I don’t love the butter taste. In my search to acquire the best non-butter version,…
Read MoreChunky Veggie Soup
Now is that time of year on the east coast where we are pushing the seasonal limits by wearing flip-flops and sweatshirts! My New England peeps understand what I’m talking about. Basically, its cold in the morning and warms up midday and back to cold by dinner time. It’s no surprise that during the winter…
Read MoreHow to Sneak Healthy Foods into Your Holiday Dishes, Without Anyone Noticing
The holidays are here, and it is time to savor all the joy they bring — friends, family, meals together, giving & gratitude. Of course, along with them are hearty dishes and sweets that can certainly wreak havoc on our bodies. Casseroles laden with cream, sugary cakes and cookies, and other tempting empty calorie bombs…
Read MoreHow to Prevent Stress Eating During the Holidays
The holidays can be a great time of joy for many. But for others, they are filled with anxiety and stress. Sometimes, even for those that love the family get-togethers, the stress of holiday shopping, finances, and hosting relatives can tear them apart. When stress hits at this time of year, it’s easy to turn…
Read MoreThanksgiving Leftover Recipes!!!
Happy (post) Turkey day! Now that you have gobbled til you wobbled, what are you to do with those leftovers? I hate wasting food, especially after I have spent hours in the kitchen preparing it! I love these recipes because you can make them ahead, store in the fridge and grab & go, like the next…
Read MoreHappy Fall {Hockey Season} and the best healthy foods for the season!
Happy Hockey Season! ??????????? Ya see most people see this time of year as when Autumn starts….but in this family its when the travel season begins! I am in no way complaining, I love watching my son on the ice. I enjoy watching him grow and develop his skills. What I most enjoy is watching…
Read MoreDry Skin. Joint Pain. Headaches…is it a food intolerance?
Dry Skin. Joint Pain. Headaches…is it a food intolerance? Food intolerances or “sensitivities” can affect you in so many ways. And they’re a lot more common than most people think. I’m not talking about anaphylaxis or immediate allergic reactions that involve an immune response. Those can be serious and life-threatening. If you have any allergies,…
Read MoreGaining Weight and Not sure Why?
Haven’t Changed Anything in Your Diet But Gaining Weight? You are positive that you’re not eating more food or “junkier” food but you’re still gaining weight. Is this possible? Yes! You are NOT crazy! And here’s why. We both know that the whole “calories in, calories out” argument is an overly simplistic view of weight.…
Read More5 Reasons You Feel Bloated and How to Feel Better
Bloating is generally the result of not being able to properly digest foods. These not-so-digested foods feel like they’re just sitting around causing discomfort and a general feeling of being stuffed and “gassy”. It can happen at any age but if it seems to be more frequent as you’re getting older it can very well…
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