For years, I’ve used Instagram to inspire you to make real foods the centerpiece of your table. While that is a great compliment to my work, I recognize that my feed does not reflect my practice. So to give you a better taste of what I do professionally, I’ve decided to include more content posts. Not to worry, I will still be sharing colorful and seasonal recipes for those of you who are here for the eats. I plan to cover topics such as hormones, digestion, mental health, and more, but if there is something you want to learn about, please share in the comments! ⠀
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First up on my list is the reminder that your body is smarter than my degree. In other words, the best way to assess YOUR health is to check in with YOURSELF - physically, mentally, and emotionally. ⠀
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We are inundated with health messaging, but no one else can say what the right path is for you without first knowing you. If you are interested in pursuing health, it’s critical that you stop and sit with what you believe it means to be and feel healthy, give yourself space to listen and notice, maybe even find a good teacher that can help you read the red flags, and evaluate where things feel off. This doesn't have to be an overwhelming process, but it does require honesty. ⠀
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My suggestion is to start paying attention to your body like you would your own child. Try your best to notice, without judgement, and observe...How are you sleeping? Do you constantly feel fatigued? How quickly do your moods change? Are you often irritable or annoyed? Do you have a hard time recovering between workouts? Do you poop every day, and what does it look like? Do you regularly feel bloated or gassy? Do you have a sex drive? Do you know how to eat throughout your menstrual cycle? Do you enjoy what you eat; does it satisfy you and keep you full? ⠀
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You might not know yet what healthy feels like, and only you can make that discovery, but that isn't something you have to do alone. My job is to empower you with information and tools so that you know how to listen (and later what to do about it). It’s hard to move towards health if you don’t know where you are, or what you are moving towards. ❤️