Mental Health Nutrition
The relationship between diet, stress, lifestyle habits, and sleep quality. Find the secrets to a simple, peaceful life and a quiet mind.
Holistic Nutrition Fundamentals
Gut health, sleep + hormones
The Complete Guide to Healthy Travel Snacks
Traveling usually involves plenty of expensive or unhealthy foods. Instead of relying on airport vending machines or gas station junk food, we're...
Simple Tips 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...
Top 10 High Fiber Snacks on the go
Increase your fiber intake with these on-the-go selections. High-fiber snacks not only keep you feeling full and energized, but they also provide...
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Hi, I'm Leana
I married my high school crush and we’re now a family of 5. I have a great big love for big dogs, black coffee, and really good food. 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.
Mental Health Support
Stress, anxiety + depression
Living with OCD: Best resources to get you to recovery
For me, reaching recovery was so much more than just completing a couple years of ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention) therapy. It was also the 100 other little things, like creating a calm home by slowing down, getting into nature more, healing my gut etc. This...
Self Care for Depression: 10 things you need to try
"I don't know if this is really nutrition related…" so many of my clients have said to me. This usually comes up when they refer to their draining job, the relatives visiting for the holidays, or how they haven't washed their bed sheets in 6 months. Our environment...
How to Stop Stress Eating Sugar
Even as a trained nutritional therapist, this aspect for me is the hardest to change. The cycle of stress and eating sugar is a common pattern where stress triggers cravings for sugary foods. While consuming sugar can temporarily alleviate stress, it ultimately...
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The Quiet Mind Kitchen
Nourishing balanced meals, key nutrients for mental health, + simple high quality ingredients
Cast Iron Skillet Frittata: Easy one pan meal
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 years 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: It’s quick and...
Thai Chicken Curry Skillet (Paleo, Gluten free, Dairy free)
This super cozy meal comes together in just 20 minutes. Protein, fat, and complex carbs all simmered together in rich coconut milk…yes please. This recipe could even be adapted for a Whole30 round. Maybe you're not a leftover person, but I am. I'll be honest,...
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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.