When I tell people that I'm a nutritionist, they automatically expect me to be a kale-worshiping, veggie-loving, anti-sugar professional who they need to defend their food choices to. That, or they are super curious about how and what I eat, if I "cheat", if I have pizza, and if sugar is part of my diet. This post is intended to dispel any of these myths and set the record straight: I might be a nutritionist, but I'm not perfect. Here's what a nutritionist eats in a day, Kelly-style. I might be … [Read more...] about What a Nutritionist Eats in a Day
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Recipe: How to Make Chocolate at Home! (simple, healthy, raw, vegan)
Do you dream in chocolate? Do you have to have it on a daily basis? Does chocolate give you life? Basically I'm asking... are you a chocolate person? If you are, you know the pain of running out of your favourite chocolate bar. But what if I told you I have a solution? This article is going to teach you how to make chocolate at home. That's right folks! No - it's not going to be the exact same as a chocolate bar. But it's made with just a few simple ingredients that you probably have in … [Read more...] about Recipe: How to Make Chocolate at Home! (simple, healthy, raw, vegan)
Recipe: Paleo Breakfast Muffins (sugar-free, grain-free, gluten-free, vegan)
I've been experimenting in the kitchen again. I can't help it. When I find new things, I like to test them out in different ways. Recently I was sent this tigernut flour from Healthy Planet, and wasn't sure what to do with it... until inspiration struck! I've been looking for a reason to revamp my Nut & Seed Loaf into muffins, so this gave me the perfect opportunity! The tigernut flour's nutty flavour lends itself well to this recipe, making delicious and nutritious paleo breakfast … [Read more...] about Recipe: Paleo Breakfast Muffins (sugar-free, grain-free, gluten-free, vegan)
Recipe: Raw Cacao Chocolate Smoothie (feat. Pranin Organic)
If you know me well, you know that I've been making smoothies for years. You also know that I'm obsessed with chocolate and raw cacao, so this raw cacao chocolate smoothie is one of my go-to combinations! Smoothies are one of my go-to breakfasts for SO many reasons! Are you on the smoothie bandwagon? If not, here are some of the reasons why they're my favourite morning meal: Amazing source of energy first thing in the morning. There are so many different flavours and … [Read more...] about Recipe: Raw Cacao Chocolate Smoothie (feat. Pranin Organic)
Warning: your frying pans may be toxic
In a previous post, I touched on the fact that your kitchenware impacts your health. It's great that you might be eating organic, non-gmo and fresh foods. You can be buying all the right ingredients, but if you're using the wrong tools, you might be leaching unwanted chemicals and toxins into your clean and healthy diet! These toxins can be added by the way that food is prepared. Today I want to talk specifically about frying pans/skillets. Since the very beginning, I've used … [Read more...] about Warning: your frying pans may be toxic
Recipe: Thai Quinoa Casserole
I am always looking for a great dairy-free, vegetarian recipes. This one is even vegan friendly! I needed a freezer-friendly recipe and I think I've come up with one. Fresh veggies, coconut milk, curry... If you know me, you'd know this my favourite flavour combo. Enter the Thai Quinoa Casserole. Even though it doesn't go in the oven... Can you still call it a casserole? Cause I will. The best part is you can sub in any veggies you want - I went with sweet potato, tomato, orange … [Read more...] about Recipe: Thai Quinoa Casserole