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For everything pertaining to mental health nutrition and it’s relationship to stress, lifestyle habits, and sleep quality. Find the secrets to a simple peaceful life and a quiet mind.
Holistic Nutrition
Gut health, sleep + nutrition fundamentals
Sauna therapy for stress and fatigue: Benefit or risk?
While nutrition is the foundation, incorporating simple lifestyle habits can amplify your results and help your body heal even faster. One of the most effective (and relaxing) tools? Sauna therapy. Saunas have been used for centuries to promote detoxification,...
Why it’s time to stop ignoring your greatest ally: your liver
I never had any idea how crucial the liver was in whole body health until we studied it in our nutritional therapy course. This often ignored, yet crucial organ plays a major role in your metabolism, energy production and cognition. If you’re struggling with...
How to avoid vacation constipation
Traveling is exciting, but for many, it comes with an unwelcome side effect: vacation constipation. This term refers to the bloating, discomfort, or digestive irregularities that often occur when we’re away from home. Changes in diet, routine, and even time zones can...
Mental Health
Stress, anxiety + depression
Sauna therapy for stress and fatigue: Benefit or risk?
While nutrition is the foundation, incorporating simple lifestyle habits can amplify your results and help your body heal even faster. One of the most effective (and relaxing) tools? Sauna therapy. Saunas have been used for centuries to promote detoxification,...
Can mushroom coffees really help brain fog and anxiety?
Forgetfulness, brain fog or caffeine jitters is a pretty common complaint among clients I work with. These are all signs of a stressed, overwhelmed brain—and the constant mental load doesn’t make it easier. While many lifestyle habits and wholesome food choices can be...
Your stress migraine survival kit
If you’re one of the millions of people who struggle with chronic stress migraines, you know the toll they can take on your life. The pain, the nausea, the sensitivity to light—it's exhausting. And for many, it’s not just the migraines themselves, but how much life...
Food as Medicine
Nourishing balanced meals, key nutrients for mental health, + simple high quality ingredients
Classic Cannoli Ice Cream Recipe: with pistachio + orange
I've had this idea for a Classic Cannoli Ice Cream stuck in my head for a few weeks now and I finally got the opportunity to test it out. It did not disappoint. While I use the same ice cream base for the majority of my ice creams, I love to mix it up with add ins or...
Baked Skillet Frittata: easy one pan
This quick and easy skillet frittata is an excellent breakfast choice because it's packed with high-quality protein from eggs, which helps keep you full and supports muscle repair and brain function. Plus, this simple one pan skillet frittata can be made ahead of...
Chocolate Chip Cookie Skillet: Paleo, Gluten free, dairy free
Who wants warm homemade cookies this weekend? Over the year baking gluten free baked goods, almond or oat flour based are always my favorite. This skillet cookie is Paleo-friendly (without sacrificing flavor), rich, gooey, and so easy to make. Bonus:...
About Leana
I married my highschool crush and we’re now a family of 5. I have a great big love for big dogs, black coffee, and really good food. I’m so glad you’re here. Join me and others just like you as we take time to prioritize and nourish our bodies, simplify and rest, and restore our quiet mind and peaceful spirit.