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Blog  /  December 8, 2019

Healthy Holiday Gift Guide

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When your health is a main priority, it can’t help but seep into every part of your life- including the holidays. Because after so long, health is no longer just a goal. It’s a lifestyle. Cliche, I know. But, if you’re reading this, you probably know exactly what I mean. While “health” looks different for everyone, I’m here to tell you it is still possible to stay healthy during the holiday season.

With that being said, I got to thinking: how can we prioritize and pursue “health” together this holiday season? Or, at the very least, honor and respect those who are doing so? Well, gifting “health” this year seemed like a good place to start.

Why Gift “Health?”

Gift giving during the holiday season isn’t simply about unwrapping boxes on Christmas morning, or receiving the “things” you really want. Hear me out: giving gifts during the holiday season is really about spreading joy, being generous, and showing love to those around us. So, if you or someone in your life is pursuing health/healing this year, gifting “health” is the most meaningful, joyful, and loving thing you can do. Giving the gift of health shows that you care about their passions, priorities, and most importantly, their well-being.

The question remains: how can you gift “health” this season? I have a few ideas for you. For every person in your life- the health foodie, beauty lover, fitness guru, and more- you can find gifts at every price point in my Healthy Holiday Gift Guide, below:

Healthy Holiday Gift Guide

 

Flying Cow Tallow

For the Beauty Lover [$30+]

I have been hooked on Flying Cow Tallow since earlier this year. It’s a clean, nontoxic product to moisturize, heal, and nourish your skin. I use the Coffee Bean scent every morning! But, I have to say the holiday scent, Vanilla Mint, is giving Coffee Bean a run for it’s money.

Flying Cow Tallow

Beauty Counter

For the Beauty Lover [$15+]

Beauty Counter makeup has been on my list for years, but I’ve yet to make the switch from $10 powder from Target. So, this year I’m asking Santa for gift cards to Beauty Counter. I’ve had my eye on their Flawless in Five package, which would also make for a great gift for the beauty lover in your life. 

Thrive Market Subscription

For the Healthy Foodie [starting at $5/month]

A Thrive Market subscription has also been on my wishlist for quite some time. It has all the best pantry goodies, foods, healthy products, and more at discounted prices! My favorite brands on Thrive include Simple Mills, Ancient Nutrition, Vital Proteins, and so many more. This year, gifting a subscription to the healthy foodie in your life is sure to be a win!

Active Wear from Old Navy

For the Fitness Guru [$25+]

Old Navy is my go-to for activewear and workout clothes. I still have 5 year old leggings from Old Navy that are in perfectly good condition! All their workout gear is comfortable, affordable, and great quality! Plus, you can get 3+ pairs of Old Navy leggings for the price of ONE Lulu Lemon leggings. Just saying.. ;)

Nutritional Therapy Package

For the Nutrition Obsessed [starting at $50]

Gifting Nutritional Therapy this season may just be the best idea, yet. With a virtual or in-person package, your loved one can receive a custom Nutritional Therapy protocol and heal their body from the inside out. I also offer monthly custom meal plans and personal training/nutritional therapy packages. So, there’s a little something for every need!

Ways to Prioritize Health During the Holidays

In addition to gifting “health” this year, there are other ways we can stay healthy during the holiday season:

  • Allergy-Friendly Recipes– There are endless allergy-friendly recipes available online- most of which you wouldn’t even know are “healthy.” Don’t hesitate to make your favorite allergy-friendly dish this year to share with your friends and family at your holiday celebration. These are some of my favorite healthy holiday treats: Paleo Pecan Cookie Dough Bites, One Bowl Coconut Chocolate Cookies, Cranberry Orange Chocolate Chunk Cookies, Paleo Chocolate Pecan Pie (this was a HUGE hit at Thanksgiving and we will for sure be making it for Christmas!), Paleo Apple Crisp, Healthy Pumpkin Pie Bars.
  • Unplug & Connect- This year, instead of being glued to the phones and devices, imagine a holiday where everyone unplugged. Once the phones are down, we have a unique opportunity to connect with our loved ones. Emotional connection (or lack thereof) plays a bigger role in our overall health than we may realize. So, making an effort to connect with those around us may just be the healthiest thing we can do this holiday season. 
  • Reason for the Season– I pray that in the midst of Christmas movies, white elephant gifts, and hot cocoa, we remember that Jesus is the real reason for the season. When Jesus is our focus for the holidays, every thing becomes less important- the gifts, food, decorations, etc. As a result, we can soak up all the joy of the season and reduce the added stresses and pressures of the holidays. Focusing on Jesus recanters our hearts and fills us with the joy that the season is truly about!

Alright, now you know what’s on my wishlist this year. So, tell me, what is on your “healthy holiday wishlist?” And how will you prioritize health this season?

 

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Hi, it’s me. I’m still here! 👋🏼 I’ve Hi, it’s me. I’m still here! 👋🏼 

I’ve taken an unintentional (yet, very long) hiatus from this social media account and my blog. But, I’m back for a good while (I think 😅). Here’s what’s been going on lately..

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But, I’m here to say, it’s time for a new direction. As my content creation business continues to grow and as I become more invested as a Content Creator, it only feels right to bring a little bit of my profession to this space! 

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As someone who aims to as many real, whole foods a As someone who aims to as many real, whole foods as possible (and always GF), I’ve learned a thing or two about “healthy baking.” Here are the swaps I always make in my baked goods for healthy hormones, metabolism, and tastebuds! 👇🏼

• Grass fed (raw, if possible) butter instead of oil 
• @bobsredmill 1-to-1 GF flour instead of all purpose flour
• Raw sugar, coconut sugar, honey, or maple syrup instead of white sugar 
• Substitute a little bit of the flour with protein powder or collagen (usually about 10% of the total flour)
• Grass fed (raw, if possible) milk > nut milk
• Cassava, oat, or GF blend flour > almond flour

Save this post to refer back to this season! And, happy baking 🧁🍪

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Why I prefer to shop locally 🍎🥑🥕⠀⠀⠀ Why I prefer to shop locally 🍎🥑🥕⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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🍎 I love the opportunity to support local farmers and small businesses.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
🍎 I know exactly where my food came from. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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🍳 Eggs⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
🍓 Fruits⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
🥕 Veggies⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
🍯 Honey⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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It’s been a hot minute since I’ve shared new c It’s been a hot minute since I’ve shared new content, but the Fall season is my absolute favorite (as are Fall foods), so I figured it’d be a good time to pop back on!

Fall foods to nourish your body 👇🏼

These foods are naturally their ripest and MOST nutrient-dense during the Fall season, which is why I load up all season long!
🥕 Carrots
🥔  Sweet potatoes
🍠 Beets
🎃 Pumpkin 
🍆 Squash 
🍎 Apples
🍐  Pears
🧄 Garlic

Other Fall staples that I include on a daily basis during the Fall:
✨ Bone broth
✨ Beef liver
✨ Fresh orange juice
✨ Raw honey
✨ Raw milk

These are a few of my favorite recipes to increase my consumption of Fall foods 😋
👉🏼 GF cassava pumpkin bread
👉🏼 Roasted fall veggie medley
👉🏼 Raw milk hot cocoa
👉🏼 Chili made with bone broth 
👉🏼 Apple crisp

Do you love Fall foods as much as I do??

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Your diet is only as beneficial as your digestion. Your diet is only as beneficial as your digestion.

Fact #1: You can eat all the healthiest foods in the world, BUT if you’re aren’t digesting and absorbing the nutrients, what’s the point?

Fact #2: Most of us have very poor digestion. In other words, we lack stomach acid and enzymes to break down and absorb the nutrients in our food. Signs of poor digestion = acid reflux, indigestion, stomach aches, bloating, constipation or diarrhea, and gas.

Sooooo, now what’s a girl (or guy) to do?

There are a few ways to help support healthy digestion and actually utilize the nutrients you’re eating, starting with:

	• Avoid drinking water (or any liquid) within 30 minutes of meal time. Liquids dilute the acid in your stomach leading to poor digestion.
	• Address any gut issues (SIBO, H. pylori, dysbiosis) that could be robbing your digestive tract of the ability to absorb nutrients.
	• Focus consuming plenty of whole foods that are rich in digesting-boosting nutrients, like: pastured whole eggs, grass fed beef, organic fruits, raw milk, etc.

Did you know you’re likely not absorbing all the nutrients you’re consuming??

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There's a good reason carbohydrates make up ONE of There's a good reason carbohydrates make up ONE of the 3 essential macronutrients (protein, carbs, and fat).⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Truth be told, carbs are a necessary and HEALTHY part of every diet. However, is one major issue that needs to be addressed.. THE OVERCONSUMPTION OF PROCESSED CARBS.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Did you know that carbs are essential? What's your favorite source of carbs? 😋
Unpopular opinion: your liver is the coolest organ Unpopular opinion: your liver is the coolest organ.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Instead, if any of these symptoms sound like you, it’s time to give your liver some extra lovin’ 👉🏼 incorporate more liver-loving foods (beets, OJ, cilantro, beef liver), drink dandelion root tea, try castor oil packs, eliminate toxins from your home (plastic, fragrance, pesticides, etc), and get your SLEEP! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Tag a friend and spread the liver love! 💕⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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PSA: the foods you eat directly impact your thyroi PSA: the foods you eat directly impact your thyroid!!! And, did you know most of us are currently dealing with some kind of thyroid dysfunction?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Some foods actually work against our thyroid function, like processed foods, trans fats, PUFAs, cruciferous veggies, and even other raw veggies…⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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While other foods work FOR our thyroid, supporting healthy function. These foods include:⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
• Seasonal fruits⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
• Root veggies⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
• Raw, local honey⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
• Pastured whole eggs⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
• Grass fed beef liver⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
• Wild caught oysters⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
• Raw cheese⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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In all honesty, life has been BUSY lately, my crea In all honesty, life has been BUSY lately, my creativity is lacking, and social media hasn’t been at the top of my list😅 

But, this morning, I want to leave you with a few basic reminders to help support healthy hormones, metabolism, and immune function! 

✨ Toddlers need to eat 1,200 calories a day. YOU are not a toddler. Most adults need to consume ~2,000 calories daily, if not more. Don’t understand-nourish yourself!

✨ Sleep is necessary to form memories, build muscle, and support healthy immune function. Make it a priority to sleep at least 8 hours per night!

✨ Breakfast is actually the most important meal of the day. No, coffee doesn't count. My go-to breakfast lately = sourdough toast + honey, eggs + sea salt, and coffee with raw milk. Easy and delicious!

✨ Over-exercising is as dangerous as being sedentary. Exercising too much creates extreme stress within the body. Learn to rest and allow time for your body and muscles to properly recover!

Did you know these friendly reminders?!

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