These original holistic recipes were designed and crafted by a functional dietitian, so you can find new ways to enjoy delicious, nutrient-dense food while also optimizing your gut health, hormones, and immunity.
All recipes are wheat free & gluten free and meet criteria for anyone following a special gut health protocol such as low FODMAP, the GAPS diet, and/or Paleo.
The original title of this recipe was “Morning Moringa Shake”. I then realized that sounded more like a dance move than a smoothie, so I changed the title of this recipe to what it is – a moringa smoothie! Either way, if you’re looking for ways to incorporate the nutritious & antioxidant-packed herb (or “superfood”) …
Tuna salad with grapes… my favorite unconventional way to reap the benefits of seafood! Tuna salad is timeless as a lunch or dinner. Whether we have it traditionally in a sub, grilled into a sandwich melt, as a wrap, topped over salad greens, or as a dip with some crackers/veggies, we really can’t go wrong. …
I’m back, and it’s almost my birthday! Hi! I realize it’s been a few months since I last posted a recipe. I had every intention of blogging, but I admit time management has become a bit of a challenge to say the least. Let’s just say a LOT has been happening in 2019. Since the …
I use this pecan crust recipe for all sorts of pies, including my very own birthday ice cream pie, pumpkin pie and vegan chocolate coconut banana creme pie to name a few. (In case you didn’t know, pie is one of my favorites year-round, whether for the summer or holiday season!) This recipe was actually …
These Low FODMAP Maple Glazed Carrots are the perfect combination of sweet, savory, nourishing and hearty! They’re also kid-friendly, versatile, and very simple + easy to make, with only 3 ingredients. (You don’t need to have gut issues or be on a low FODMAP diet protocol to enjoy these low FODMAP carrots!) 😉 Have them on …
Spaghetti squash soup… who would have thought this would play such a major role in my healing journey? Okay, so it wasn’t so much the spaghetti squash as it was the bone broth from a health standpoint. A bone broth recipe for leaky gut is sooo much better when you combine it with Italian food …
Nut milks have become a pretty big “thing” for the past few years. But pecan milk (especially the homemade kind) – that’s another story! I personally began “dabbling” in different types of milk substitutes (including pecan milk) back in 2008-2009 out of desperation, when my stomach and immune system had first started giving me trouble. …
(Most recently updated 2/7/2021.) The weekend is almost here, and the fall season is upon us! I love this time of year, especially in New England: cool brisk mornings, beautiful foliage, new beginnings, hot beverages, and of course all things apple (including my mom’s homemade apple crisp!). Although the foliage in Texas is no match …
Overnight oats are a classic and timeless low FODMAP breakfast, especially during the warmer spring and summer months. This IBS-friendly low FODMAP overnight oats recipe has been a staple for me many years now! (Recipe and post updated June 29, 2023) Affiliate disclosure: This article contains affiliate links* for my favorite food products that we …
July is flying! After about 3 weeks since the big move from Boston to Austin, I can finally say I’m feeling settled in Texas. Getting here was quite the whirlwind, but so worth it – I’m loving every minute so far! Especially as a summer solstice baby, I can’t say I mind the blazing hot sunny days… …
