Recipes

While I love the occasional glass of wine or cocktail, I want to head into this winter with a few good winter mocktails I can enjoy by the fire on a chilly night or with friends during a holiday party! Interestingly, we’re seeing that more of our community is craving mocktail options as well—and this […]

Looking for a recipe to keep you warm and cozy this winter? Full of nourishing ingredients like garlic, bone broth, spinach, and turmeric – this delicious turkey & sweet potato immune-boosting soup is the perfect cozy meal for when you aren’t feeling your best or just want something to warm you up on a chilly

Whether you are looking for a delicious and simple recipe to make with the kiddos, a baked good to take to your neighbor, or a sweet treat to leave for the mail carrier, I have just the recipe for you! These peppermint chocolate chunk brownie cookies are so delicious and full of festive flavor this

Halloween is just around the corner, which means candy season is in full swing. The end of year holiday season brings a lot of sweets and treats, probably more than you encounter during the rest of the year. To help you be more mindful around sweet treats and sugar intake this time of year in

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Adding spice and flare to your food is a great way to help boost the flavor of your recipes, while making healthy eating fun and delicious! Spices can also be very healthy and provide some powerful anti-inflammatory health benefits. While there are tons of store-bought options you can pick up at your local grocery store,

Hi beauties! As we enter into the holiday season, you may be spending more time in the kitchen with friends and family. The holidays are a wonderful time to enjoy delicious food with loved ones, but it can be tricky to stay on top of your healthy eating goals with all of the temptations. The

Happy Monday, beauties! I’ve been running online programs for 6 years now, and one of the most common questions I hear is, “Do you have any recommendations for quick and healthy snacks?” I have my “go-to’s,” but I thought it would be fun to ask my team, here at The Balanced Life, what their favorite

As a mom, I’m always looking for creative ways to sneak more nutrients into my children’s diet. Smoothies are an easy option, but my kids tend to get bored easily so the novelty of a new smoothie quickly wears off.  Enter…homemade popsicles! Homemade popsicles are not only healthier than store-bought options, they also provide the

Hi Beauties! It’s a holiday week for many of us. The weather is warm, the days are long, and there are plenty of opportunities to gather with friends for good food and good company. If your typical 4th of July faire is greasy, heavy, and void of nutritional value, I encourage you to try adding