We hear terms like “insulin” and “insulin resistance” in mainstream health media a lot these days, and I think it’s honestly created some big-time confusion. Is insulin bad? Should we avoid spikes in insulin? Do we need insulin? What even is it? Let’s take a step back and clear the mud: Insulin is a hormone […]

Calling all potato lovers – this one’s for you! Sweet potatoes are not only tasty, but they are also full of nutrients. They have both soluble and insoluble fiber which is great for our gut, rich in vitamins C, A, and B6, and contain potassium (you know that mineral that we are always preaching about). […]

Ah, the Beef and Broccoli. There is nothing like that tangy brown sugar sauce over tenderized meat and soaked in white rice. There’s something so comforting about this dish. I know, I know. Beef and Broccoli is typically made with sliced beef, not ground beef. Look, if you have the time to cut, massage, and […]

Is it just me, or do salads at restaurants just taste so much better? I love having salads when I go out to eat! Not because I am trying to eat light, but because I can never seem to make salads at home that taste as good as the ones served in restaurants. This is […]

Carbs can be downright confusing.  I think we all know at this point that it’s not ideal to eliminate ALL carbs…or at least I hope you know that. Our bodies thrive off carbohydrate sources of food. We break them down into glucose and use it for direct energy! Our metabolisms become a lot more efficient […]

Maybe it’s the Texan in me, or maybe it is the fact that I am obsessed with breakfast, but this is definitely one of my favorite breakfast recipes. This is perfect for weekends or to prep ahead of time and have a quick and delicious on-the-go option in the morning. The best part? It is […]