The Instant Pot Meatloaf recipe you NEED in your life right now Funny story for you… I was actually AFRAID to use my Instant Pot when I first ordered it. I saw it on all the food bloggers’ sites and because I was a healthy living food blogger, I figured I had to have one too. Makes sense, right? So, when Black Friday rolled around, into my cart it went. It arrived. I opened it…

TRUTH BOMB: ‘Just eat intuitively’ doesn’t work for everyone.⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ If you’re anything like me or many of my clients, ice cream and wine are two things that definitely ‘spark joy’ in your day. If it were up to us, wine would be protein-packed and ice cream would have zero calories. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Am I right?⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ But, sadly, this isn’t the case and so we have to be a bit mindful around how much…

Hi friends, happy Friday! It’s time for another round of The Friday 5! Today I’m sharing the blue light blocking glass I wear, a clean beauty product I can’t live without, my favorite tote bag, safer tampons (yes, really!), and more! You can watch or read The Friday 5 below – have a fun, safe and very HAPPY Halloween (did you know it’s also a full moon tomorrow night? Only in 2020, right?!)! 1. Maxwell…

Do you really NEED protein powder?⁠ ⁠⠀ No, you don’t, BUT it’s a super convenient option and a really great way to quickly and easily add a complete source of protein into your diet.⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ There are a lot of protein powders out there. Almost too many to count! So, how do you know which one is right for you?⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Here’s my advice: Grab a high-quality whey protein, made with simple ingredients and not…

I felt like shit and I didn’t know why. Even though I had all the indicators: crap sleep, mood swings, weight gain, brain fog, fatigue and all the reasons for it: writing a book, in the middle of an intense FDN training, one million 1:1 clients, and was crushing my soul at Orangetheory, it never occurred to me that I was suffering from high cortisol. I knew all about cortisol: a naturally occurring steroid hormone…

Did you jump on the scale this morning and see the same weight you’ve been seeing for the past four+ weeks? No idea how to break a weight loss plateau? If so, this is for you.⁠ I know how frustrating it can be to see the same weight day after day after day after day, especially when you’re doing everything ‘right’ to lose weight. ⁠ You’re cutting calories, running laps, and drinking water. You’ve even…

When should you end your reverse diet? This is a common question for a lot of reverse dieters. You start your reverse, you see progress, but how long do you continue to add calories to your diet? Read on for some things to consider when considering to end or prolong your reverse diet. When should you end your reverse diet? Here are few ways to know whether you should end your reverse diet or continue…

Hi friends, it’s Fri-yay! …which means it’s time for another round of The Friday 5! Today I’m sharing a couple of food favorites, the diffuser I use, a book recommendation, plus a fun show on Netflix – it’s quite the random mix up. You can watch or read The Friday 5 below – have a fabulous weekend! 1. Saje Diffuser While I’m into some “hippy dippy” stuff, it’s taken me some time to get onboard…

“Will I gain weight on a reverse diet?” This is such a common question that I receive from nutrition clients as well as prospective clients and followers on Instagram. Before I give you a blanket answer, let me tell you this… reverse dieting has different effects for different people. ⁠It often depends on your specific goals, the rate of the reverse, your dieting history, current physical situation (like body weight, body fat, and other related stats),…

Before I tell you about my new reverse dieting course, I want to talk about one mistake I see a lot of women make. They rush from one diet to the next without taking time to plan out their nutrition. You might think you’re ready for your next diet, but you’re most likely not. You probably shouldn’t diet.⁠ ⁠ Not because it’s bad.⁠ Not because you’ll fail.⁠ Not because you shouldn’t want to change your…

Have you ever tried a reverse diet?⁠ What about a how to reverse diet course? ⁠⠀⠀ A reverse diet is useful when you’re trying to change the composition of your body. ⁠⠀⠀ ⁠⠀⠀ Let’s say you’re trying to gain lean muscle aka look like you ACTUALLY workout. Without the proper nutrition and training, gaining muscle will be difficult. ⁠⠀⠀ ⁠⠀⠀ You’ll likely have to eat more calories than usual and actually (gasp!) gain a little…

Hi friends and happy Friday! If you didn’t hear, I’m taking the The Friday 5 over to Instagram Live! So you can now watch the Friday 5 (often with visuals!) live every week. But, I’ll continue posting it here as well. Anyway, as always, I’m sharing 5 things that I’m loving lately. You watch the video below or read the post – whatever you prefer! Enjoy your Fall weekend! 1. Quilted Fleece Pullover I get compliments…

These Roasted Chickpea Tacos make a tasty meat-free option for Taco Tuesday (or any day of the week). Full of fiber and plant protein, these tacos are both healthy and delicious.  Today I’m sharing another recipe from my brand new cookbook, The Everything Diet Macro Cookbook! We love a good (protein-packed) meatless meal in our house, and these vegan crispy chickpea tacos fit the bill. Need a new recipe for Taco Tuesday? Hey, I’ve got you…

It’s here! My episode on Into The Wild podcast is live! Into The Wild is a podcast geared towards first-time female entrepreneurs and those looking to grow their business including side hustlers, mom entrepreneurs, and day/dreamers. In this episode, I share why I started Carrots ‘N’ Cake and teach you all about how to successfully get over the voice in your head telling you “it’s not possible” as well as some basic (but important) small business tips….

Here you go… let’s get down to business with 6 ways to boost your metabolism right now. Yes, right now. ⁠ EAT PROTEIN AT EVERY MEAL – It’s easy to meal prep baked chicken breasts, grilled fish, or buy rotisserie chicken, Greek yogurt, or vacuum-packed tuna. Add protein to every meal for an added boost.⁠ ⁠ DRINK ENOUGH WATER – Start and end your day with an 8oz glass and keep a filled water bottle…