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How do you start your morning each day?

Do you reach for your phone before your eyes fully open?

Do you throw on your make up while chugging coffee and running through your to-do list for the day?

Do you absently kiss your spouse on the way out the door? 

Do you run through the drive-through because you didn’t have time to make your breakfast, again?

I’ll be honest, I used to not give much thought to my morning routine either. The morning was just a necessary pit stop between sleep and work.

But...

I don't know the last time I was this excited about a dish...

 I rarely have cravings for gluten and dairy-laden dishes anymore, but this New Year's Eve I was struck with this ridiculous desire for fetuccini alfredo (a dish I probably haven't had in 15 years), and I was determined to find a recipe I could actually eat.

Guys. This recipe was so freaking good, you could've fooled me that it was the real deal! Plus it literally took less than 20 minutes to make.

And I have to tell you, the sauce was so incredible, I poured it over my...

If you follow me on Instagram, you may recognize this video about the heavy metal detox smoothie I just discovered from Medical Medium, Anthony William. 

But I wanted to come on the blog today and expand a bit on the importance of detoxing, specifically from heavy metals. 

5 Reasons to Detox from Heavy Metals

1. Viruses and bacteria feed on heavy metals.

I don't think I need to explain why this is bad. We want to support our body in fighting these unwanted invaders, not feed them a gourmet meal. 

2. They put a huge burden on...

I'm a girl of habit and can get in the same food routine very easily. So it makes me exceptionally happy when I venture out, try a new recipe, and love it enough to add it to my "regulars" list.

This Whole30 baked salmon and dill zoodles recipe, which I found on theorganicdietition.com, can be served hot as a "pasta" dish or cold as a salad, and tastes just as good either way.

It's very bright and zesty in flavor and has a beautiful mix of textures. Bon appetit!

Ingredients

2 large zucchini, spirilized or shredded into noodles (I...

If you follow me on Instagram, you may know that I moved to a new apartment this week. And I am SO lucky that my mom lives just down the street, because after a long day of moving and unpacking, she made me this INCREDIBLE Chipotle Beef & Avocado Bowl that was so freaking flavorful it made me do my happy food dance (yes, it's a real thing, and yes it is completely involuntary). 

This recipe came from 40aprons.com and is Whole30 approved (no gluten, dairy, soy, nuts, etc.) so naturally, I'm super excited to add it to...

Holy cow you guys, this recipe was one of those happy accidents where I had a touch of this and a handful of that and after throwing it all in the slow cooker... magic. This chicken dish is packed with flavor and zest, and is fantastic served over brown rice with a side of lemon roasted cauliflower!

Ingredients (forgive the guesstimates on the amounts, I eyeballed a lot with this recipe!)

• 2-3 organic, boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup chicken bone broth
• juice of 2 large lemons
• 2 tsp curry powder
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp...

Enjoy this zesty, crunchy, low-calorie treat! It as an absolute go-to in my house!

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I'm about to sound like your mother... are you ready? Breakfast is the most important meal of the day! It reignites your metabolism, it gives your body and your brain the fuel they need to function optimally, and, if you make healthy choices, it will help set you up for a whole day of healthier decision making!

But with how crazy mornings can get, I know it's important to have fast and easy options! Which is why I'm giving you 3 quick and easy breakfast shake recipes that can go with you as you speed out the door!

Tip: To make these recipes...