Are you a meal person or a snack person? I’ll admit, I am a total snack-a-holic. I prefer multiple appetizers over the whole meal. And my body just craves a bite every couple of hours. Sometimes, this snack-a-holic craves something crispy, warm, spicy, and dense. These Chili Spice Sweet Potato Fries fit the bill. Yes, […]
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We all start the year with the best intentions. I know you want to crush those goals for 2020! I can imagine you are starting this new year feeling overwhelmed with enthusiasm. You’re ready to move towards your nutrition goals full. steam. AHEAD! I’m rooting for you, because I also know what a huge difference […]
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Everyone has their comfort food – that dish they turn to when they’re feeling especially worn down or in need of something cozy. That dish, for me, has not changed for the past 4 years; every time I’m in that mood, I always make my Chickpea Vegetable Curry. Curry isn’t one of those dishes I […]
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I am so so happy to introduce the newest addition to programs at Standing Strong Wellness! When I was coming up with the Reset program, the motto I kept in mind was “health for everyone”. Years ago I would have loved to work with someone educated in nutrition, but I could never afford it. I […]
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Hey loves, If you love supporting awesome babes like I do, you’ve gotta stop by for this Boss Babe Feature #1. Jhesica Gristwood is a fellow CSNN grad and total wellness smartie-pants. She hustles as both a Personal Trainer and Certified Holistic Nutritionist. She’s also got a personality to back it all up – she’s […]
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It’s a day to celebrate, babes! The Strong Babe Summer Guide is officially available on Standing Strong Wellness! After months of writing, rewriting, and recipe testing I have to say I couldn’t be more excited to share the finished product with you all. The Strong Babe Summer Guide is so different from any other […]
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We all go through a rut in our eating routine, don’t we? It can be hard to find inspiration to keep our meals exciting, so why not let me help you out? Check out this video for 3. AWESOME. Plant-based breakfast ideas! They are all super tasty, but still simple and easy to throw together […]
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Hi guys! Last we left off on the #betterskin Challenge – week 4 – I really didn’t feel like I was where I wanted to be. You know why? Because good skin isn’t made overnight or errrr, even in 4 weeks! It takes time, diligence – perseverance! But the patience pays off, I promise you! […]
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If you are a regular food-label-reader like me, then you may have heard of carrageenan before. It’s in nut milks, yogurts, prepackaged meals, and deli meats – just to name a few things. It is often found in dairy alternatives (sour cream, yogurt, cheese), as it is used as a thickening agent. Now that we […]
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I find food trends fascinating, and I would be interested in getting a show of hands as to how many people have or have tried – heck even considered giving up wheat or gluten this year. It’s everywhere. I mean, you can’t walk around the grocery store without seeing gluten free labels slapped […]
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