My current favourite breakfast smoothie!! It is so rich and creamy, and tastes like some kind of special dessert.

I also find it incredibly filling because of the healthy fats, fibre and protein. This recipe uses tahini, which is sesame seed paste- which is a rich source of plant-based calcium and I love to include it in recipes whenever I can.

This is the recipe I would make if I wanted to make sure I had something healthy and filling to eat at a bbq- whether you have dietary restrictions or you're on a weight loss journey… make friends with this salad and you'll never be hungry at a social gathering again.

I’ve had countless clients coming to me confused- wondering if maybe they need to eat more to start seeing weight loss?

Anecdotally, there seems to be something to it. Sometimes we even hear the phrase “starvation mode” thrown around. As in, “my body couldn’t lose weight because it was in starvation mode”.

In fact, your body doesn’t hold on to fat when you aren’t eating enough. Technically there is no “starvation mode” that makes you resistant to weight loss.

I don’t know about you, but 5pm is a hard time of day in our house. Everyone is tired from the day, hungry, and slightly whiny. My brain is fried from thinking all day, and I don’t want to make any more decisions, or do anything that requires too much skill.

With all this in mind, I try to keep dinners very simple during the week.

This is one of those perfectly simple, perfectly delicious cookie recipes that come in so handy around the holidays. I made them gluten-free so that everyone in my family could enjoy them (we have some celiacs!), but you could substitute spelt flour or regular white flour for the gluten-free flour instead if you prefer. My kids had a lot of fun squishing and rolling out the dough and choosing their shapes- this will be a go-to recipe all season long! (Next time I may even make some icing to decorate with!)

Most of us know the basics when it comes to energy: get good sleep, drink water, try not to eat junk… and as a coach/nutritionist I get the unique privilege of helping people improve these aspects of their lives and experience more energy every day! It's a blast, and so gratifying.

Today I'm sharing a few tips beyond the standard “healthy lifestyle” advice, that are worth consideration if your energy has been lower than you'd like it to be.

You know those moments when you just need a little something, but not a full-on dessert? A weeknight, for instance, when you’re curling up after dinner to watch TV. Apple nachos are where it’s at. They’re more fun than just a basic piece of fruit…but they’re not so indulgent that you can’t eat them… every day. In fact, your health would likely improve if you did! We love it.

As someone who easily gets tired of hummus… I’m truly obsessed with this recipe. The flavours are bright and tangy, and it pairs perfectly with veggies or pita. Plus, artichokes and beans are both fantastic sources of FIBRE, which is a key component of keeping our gut microbiome happily in balance. I like to make this for gatherings around the holidays, or any appy night with friends to add a fresh, nourishing option to the spread.

I love starting the day with a nourishing, veggie-packed meal, but it can be hard to find the time in the morning. So in this recipe, we’re using leftovers, because leftovers are life. Consider prepping a big tray of roasted veggies at the beginning of the week, and using it as part of your breakfast along with eggs, avocado and microgreens for a meal that feels super decadent, but takes only a couple minutes to throw together.

When things are stressful, we don't need the added pressure of trying to be “perfect” with our nutrition. We aren't robots.

Even so, we still need to eat. So today I'm sharing a list of 6 healthier "survival mode" meals that are not only quick and easy but also nourishing. I hope these meal ideas will help you maintain your nutrition habits with a bit more ease when life gets hard.

When you have a lot of watermelon around, this is the perfect salad to make! Sure, you could just serve watermelon slices and be done with it- but the combo of flavours here reallllly elevates the watermelon experience, in my opinion

Serve this alongside with a classic barbecue meal like chicken skewers and corn to balance the warm savoury dishes with some freshness. This recipe is also very hydrating- definitely a bonus on warm summer days.

Learn how to make kale taste good. If you don’t like kale, it’s probably because you've never prepared it properly. Try this Festive Kale Salad recipe. The dressing is punchy enough to stand up to the bitterness of the kale, the pecan “parm” is savoury and salty and rich, and the other elements bring a balance of sweetness, crunch and zing. This kale salad also looks so pretty as part of a holiday meal.

These little Tropical Mango Coconut Oatmeal Bites make a great quick breakfast or snack and they’re really simple to whip up. They’re especially great for kids as an alternative to packaged snacks, and they travel well in a diaper bag!

Meal prepping for salads don’t need to be overcomplicated. This Meal Prep Mediterranean Chickpea Salad uses up a can of chickpeas and a whole cucumber, along with a mix of greens, tomatoes, and avocado. Work smarter, not harder, friends! Enjoy!

This is my favourite “formula” for a trail mix snack. I like to use a mix of nuts and seeds, dried fruits, something crunch, and chocolate of course. My current plant based trail mix combination is included, but really the sky is the limit in terms of combinations!

This banana bread recipe truly is easy peasy. Baking recipes that are simple and work every time are the way to go. The recipe measurements are simple enough to memorize them easily, and this easy peasy banana bread is basic, cozy and delicious. Enjoy!

My No Bake Seedy Granola is a combination of cereal and rawnola, a raw foodie version of granola using dates and oats. Dates make this no bake granola sweet and chia flax makes it thicken up when you add milk or yogurt. This granola is an incredibly healthy and delicious way to start the day.

These Peanut Butter Chocolate Pecan Bars are delicious and very easy to make. This plant based sweet is like if a Pecan Pie Larabar had a baby with a Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup. They easily save in the freezer, and perfect to bring out after dinner when a sweet craving hits!

This Mediterranean Quinoa Salad is super filling and nutritious. This salad is perfect for lunch, whether you need a lunch on the go or need a fast and easy lunch. Pair this quinoa salad with falafel, roasted veggies, hummus, and pita for a vegetarian Mediterranean bowl.

This Thai Noodle Chopped Salad with Peanut Sauce is a crowd pleaser and great for a picnic. It makes an enormous amount, great for leftovers, and it holds up well with travel. It is gluten and dairy free, and can easily be transformed to plant based as a vegan dish. This salad is definitely a treat for everyone!