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January 10, 2024 13 Comments Low calorie instant pot recipes are hard to find. Why? Because the Instant Pot is great for meaty stews and ribs. I have made decadent food in my Instant Pot – a large amount of jerk chicken wings turned out heavenly – but I try not to cook this…
In this episode, Tina speaks with Megan Brynok, a Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner, and an FDN Practitioner on the Carrots ‘N’ Cake coaching team. She discusses the importance of understanding your body better, especially in relation to stress, burnout, and weight loss. Megan discusses: What motivated her to become a functional practitioner Her personal…
Sharing 10 gluten-free, dairy-free soup recipes: nourish your body with flavorful, allergen-friendly soup recipes made with wholesome ingredients. Hi friends! How’s the day going? I hope you’re having a great one so far! It’s finally WINTER here in AZ. our warm weather has transformed into a wintery tundra, and all I’m craving is a hot,…
November 15, 2023 6 Comments This is the only time of year that you can buy turkey breast. I don’t know why this is because you can always find it at the deli counter. How many of us buy sliced turkey breast to make sandwiches? Turkey breast is one of those lean meats that…
Sharing some of my favorite online workouts and how you can try them for free. Hi friends! I hope that you’re having a lovely morning. The kids are back in school and I’m back to the routine over here. I have 1:1 coaching calls, a podcast interview, and am trying to put the house back…
January 6, 2024 30 Comments Are you looking for the best vegetarian chili? Of course you are! Who wants to settle for second best? I luv chili and make it a lot during the winter. It is my go-to meal on a snowy day to heat myself from the inside out. My former favorite…
Do you want to stay fit while traveling abroad? If so then this is the guide for you. Here you will find out how you can maintain your level of fitness without having to worry about compromising your vacation. Here are some Easy Ways to Stay Fit When Traveling Abroad! Strategically Pack your Gear…
Hi friends! I have a new podcast interview live today, and I’m so thrilled to welcome Dr. Bill Rawls to the show. I recently started reading his newest book, and I love his commitment to a balanced, healthy lifestyle, and how he shares natural healing methods with others. Here’s a bit about what we talk…
January 3, 2024 16 Comments This healthy baked chicken recipe is for all the haters out there who don’t believe you can do anything with skinless chicken breast. I used to think the same thing until I began working on it for my WW members. Hey, chicken breast without skin is zero points on…
In this episode, Tina speaks with Jessica Cording, a Dietitian, Health Coach, and Author. She discusses the importance of quality nutrition when it comes to mental wellness and trauma recovery. Jessica discusses: What inspired her to become a dietitian Her experience with PTSD and trauma recovery Long-term effects of trauma The role that nutrition plays…
Sharing a review of 2023 and my goals for 2024. Since it’s a bright and shiny new year, I always use this opportunity to look back, see what I accomplished, and set my intentions for the upcoming year. If you’re setting your goals for 2024, I’d love to hear them in the comments. Also, if…
December 31, 2023 6 Comments This Mexican chicken soup recipe will chase away the winter blues. Why? Well first of all it is hot! Nothing like hot soup to warm you from the inside when the temperatures are low. Secondly, unlike my Low Carb Chicken Vegetable Soup and Slow Cooker Italian Chicken, Quinoa &…
December 26, 2023 64 Comments Healthy baked oatmeal is always a hit in my house. It is like a muffin (and like a pudding). I talk about oatmeal a lot and have featured two overnight recipes – Crockpot oatmeal with old fashioned oats and overnight oatmeal with chia seeds. This is probably a recipe…
In this episode, Tina speaks with Allison Jackson, a former bodybuilder, and wellness coach, who focuses on macro nutrition and overall wellness for corporate professional women. She discusses the importance of finding the right balance and prioritizing health over aesthetics. She also shares valuable tips for transitioning from macro tracking to intuitive eating and listening…
Hi friends! I hope that you have a wonderful day, and a very Merry Christmas to my friends who are celebrating today. Wishing you joy, happiness, love, and vibrant health. Thank you so much for being a part of my life! For now, we’re going to enjoy some coffee and nana’s egg casserole, watch the…
December 17, 2023 38 Comments This vanilla meringue cookie recipe will win your heart. Not only is it gluten-free but it only has five ingredients and 9 calories per cookie! There are so many great things about these cookies except for the fact they take a bit of technique. But, if I can do…
In this episode, Tina speaks with Nichole Krueger, a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and a Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner as well as a practitioner on the Carrots ‘N’ Cake coaching team. Nichole shares her personal journey with postpartum depression, anxiety, and overwhelm as a mom of five. She also shares a number of nutritional…
Sharing the details about the Sakara January reset and what to expect. Hi friends! How’s the week going for you? I’m definitely feeling the pressure of the last-minute scramble. I got a lot finished early this year, but still find myself with the tiny things left on the to-do list. I’m really trying to get…
December 19, 2023 27 Comments This homemade instant hot chocolate mix is going to hit the spot. Of course, you may just decide to move somewhere warm instead of drink it. I am freezing my tush in Massachusetts. We have had a frozen pipe, a dead car, and kids out of school. Woohoo! How…
December 13, 2023 10 Comments These healthy soup recipes will warm your bones and keep them healthy at the same time. You cannot miss. Soup is one of those foods that we crave in the winter. It hydrates and warms us and we crave it when we get sick. I pray that you don’t…
In this episode, Tina shares some simple holiday hacks to overcome sugar cravings that you can start RiGHT NOW. She also shares her personal journey as a “sugar monster” and how she eventually overcame her sugar addiction by nourishing her body with whole foods and minerals. Tina discusses: Feeling out of control around sugar Why…