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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
Are decaf coffees really caffeine free?
Decaf coffee can help you to enjoy the complex flavors of coffee without the stimulating effects of caffeine. Some individuals (like myself) are extra sensitive to the effects of caffeine and choosing decaf can be a great alternative. But there are a handful of myths...
How to improve your gut health
Digestion is a north to south process that begins in the brain. That first moment you think of or smell food, your body begins to produce saliva (enzymes) necessary to digest this food. However, meals are regularly consumed in a rushed fashion- void of presence and...
Supporting Anxiety and Depression with Nutrition: step by step
I wish I wasn't writing this from experience. Battling mental health makes you feel like a helpless victim of your own brain- at least it did for me. This post contains a brief overview of supporting elements of...
Mental health
Stress, anxiety + depression
Simple hacks to stop bloating for the holidays
There are two things you can count on that come with the holidays: Lots of stress, and lots of food. I've compiled a short and sweet list into FOUR simple steps to stop that painful bloating this season. We want you to be able to enjoy the holiday to the...
Are decaf coffees really caffeine free?
Decaf coffee can help you to enjoy the complex flavors of coffee without the stimulating effects of caffeine. Some individuals (like myself) are extra sensitive to the effects of caffeine and choosing decaf can be a great alternative. But there are a handful of myths...
How to improve your gut health
Digestion is a north to south process that begins in the brain. That first moment you think of or smell food, your body begins to produce saliva (enzymes) necessary to digest this food. However, meals are regularly consumed in a rushed fashion- void of presence and...
Cooking
Breakfast, family meals, whole food desserts
Mint Choco Chip Ice Cream – with dark chocolate ganache
It's a hard decision of which is my favorite classic ice cream flavor, cookies and cream, coffee, or mint chocolate chip. I think it would all come down to what day you happened to ask me. But any of those 3 would be the choice. Over the years, I have experimented...
Buffalo Ranch Turkey Meatballs- family friendly meals
I'm always lookin for family friendly meals that give my children the valuable protein they need, that pairs well with some complex carbohydrates. These Buffalo Ranch Turkey Meatballs are their new favorite! No, they don't like buffalo sauce. But that's ok! You can....
How to know if you’re a stressed out sugar burner
As a nutritional therapist, one of the most common irregularities I see is the reliance on sugar and caffeine for energy. Listen up, sugar is not a dependable energy source. Sugar brings quick energy- but it burns out fast. A few misinformed choices, and you spend...
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.