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Holistic Nutrition
Gut health, sleep + nutrition fundamentals
How to avoid vacation constipation
Traveling is exciting, but for many, it comes with an unwelcome side effect: vacation constipation. This term refers to the bloating, discomfort, or digestive irregularities that often occur when we’re away from home. Changes in diet, routine, and even time zones can...
Hidden migraine causes: Secrets from a nutritionist
When it comes to chronic migraines, it’s easy to feel like they just come out of nowhere or that they’re only triggered by stress. But sometimes, the root causes of your migraines run deeper than you might realize. Some underlying health issues could be contributing...
5 ways to simplify nutrition for the overwhelmed and anxious
Nutrition is such a noisy space. Even myself, as a nutritional therapist find it overwhelming. I still remember the specific lecture in school when everyone started sharing the many extravagant ways they avoid EMS waves and I just remember thinking- "I can't keep up...
Mental health
Stress, anxiety + depression
Can mushroom coffees really help brain fog and anxiety?
Forgetfulness, brain fog or caffeine jitters is a pretty common complaint among clients I work with. These are all signs of a stressed, overwhelmed brain—and the constant mental load doesn’t make it easier. While many lifestyle habits and wholesome food choices can be...
Your stress migraine survival kit
If you’re one of the millions of people who struggle with chronic stress migraines, you know the toll they can take on your life. The pain, the nausea, the sensitivity to light—it's exhausting. And for many, it’s not just the migraines themselves, but how much life...
Simple amino acids to aid in depression recovery
If you’ve been feeling completely drained—mentally, emotionally, and physically—and you’re struggling to keep your anxiety or depression under control, it can feel like you're stuck in a cycle. Our mood disorders are increasing so fast they will outrank other causes...
Cooking
Breakfast, family meals, whole food desserts
Perfect homemade chunky granola
I've been making homemade granola for over a decade. This chunky granola is my favorite because of the big clusters you can get from it. Often, homemade granolas don't form together well. Pressing the granola into the pan part way through baking ensure delicious...
The best gluten free brownies (Paleo, Gluten free, Dairy free)
With my daughter's gluten sensitive, I've tested out a lot of gluten free recipes- and a lot of gluten free brownies. The problem is, I'm a classically trained baker and I like to bake like it. I like flour and finely ground sugar and pure butter and I love the...
Philly Cheesesteak Skillet: Easy 30 minute meal
I had always struggled with using up ground beef from the freezer, then this recipe was born. This is a quick and easy weeknight meal low in carbs, Keto friendly, gluten and grain free and can all come together in just one pot. This Philly Cheesesteak Skillet is rich...
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.