You know the delicious guacamole they make fresh at your table at your favorite Mexican restaurant with bright green avocados and freshly squeezed lime juice? This is it! Well, without the nightshades, and you can make it yourself at home. This guacamole recipe is a staple in my house. Serve it as a dip with a plate of baby carrots,…
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Easy Guacamole (AIP, Paleo, and Nightshade-free)
Roasted Sweet Potato Bites (AIP, Paleo, Potato and Nightshade-free)
Roasted sweet potato bites are a delicious side dish for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, and are a great option for people that are avoiding nightshades. They are a staple in my house, are kid and budget-friendly, and are one of those dishes everyone likes. The recipe calls for white sweet potatoes (like Hannah Sweet Potatoes), but you could also use…
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5 Ways to Support Our Bodies During Busy Seasons
We may already be feeling pushed and pulled in a million directions and with the holidays upon us, our lives feel even more hectic. I love the holidays and planning special experiences for our daughter and us as a family. It is also busy, busy, busy. Even the fun times and seasons of our life can make it more challenging…
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Butternut Squash Soup
Butternut squash soup is one of my favorites, especially in the cooler months. This soup has minimal spices and seasonings to keep it AIP (Autoimmune Protocol) friendly, but experiment with options you tolerate well. Top it with some avocado for added fat or a protein like bacon, chopped chicken, or ground turkey to make it a meal. I store this…
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What is Inflammation? Learn the Signs, Causes, and Ways to Reduce it
Chronic inflammation is known to cause and advance a wide range of health conditions and diseases. Inflammation is a contributing factor in almost every chronic disease and is a key player in cardiovascular disease, cancer, autoimmune disease, diabetes, anxiety, depression, and many others. Getting inflammation under control is one of the best things we can do for our health. If…
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