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  1. Immune Supportive Citrus Matcha Elixir

    This citrus-infused matcha drink features MegaFood C-Protect Nutrient Booster Powder, matcha, fresh orange juice and zest, it can be sweetened to your liking with honey and it offers a delicious and simple way to support your immune system.* Be sure to catch the various options at the end of the post to keep your immune support* fun and delicious.

    This post and recipe were created in partnership with MegaFood. I am proud to work with brands that care about the health of their consumers and the planet. As always, all opinions, ideas and text are my own. Thanks for supporting the sponsors that allow me to create new and special content like this for Tasty Yummies.

    Immune Supportive Citrus Matcha Elixir

    Immune Supportive Citrus Matcha Elixir

    It is the perfect time to prioritize foods, habits and supplements that will help to support our health and well-being, and to take the necessary steps to support our immune health.*

    There is a lot to consider with immune support, from the basic foundations of health and wellness to the nuances of bio-individuality. I am forever a firm believer in turning to our diet, nutrition and lifestyle first, whenever possible and accessible, to support our body’s natural processes and efforts. But we may not always obtain all of the essential nutrients for immune support from diet alone; this is when I turn to and recommend supplemental support.  

    Immune Supportive Citrus Matcha Elixir

    MegaFood Daily C-Protect Nutrient Booster Powder offers daily support for the immune system by combining vitamin C with farm-fresh super fruits, including organic blueberries, organic cranberries and organic whole oranges. It also includes an Immune-Balancing Blend with organic astragalus and organic schisandra berry.*  Use my code BETH20 for 20% off your first order on megafood.com.

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  2. Between Meals Podcast. Episode 56: A Guided Mindfulness Practice for Anxiety

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    No. 56 | A Guided Mindfulness Practice for Anxiety

    Enjoy this brief guided meditation and mindfulness exercise for anxiety that you can do this anytime, anywhere. When you want to feel more grounded, relaxed, and alert to your present moment experience of your body and senses.

    For information on working with Beth 1:1 for Functional Nutritional Therapy support along with targeted protocols for gut healing, blood sugar support, hormone healing, brain health and more, you can apply here – http://tasty-yummies.com/1on1

    >>> If you are struggling with your mental health right now in any way and you need support, please reach out to a licensed therapist or counselor or at the very least, a loved one who can support you. If you don’t have anyone, please reach out to me – you are not alone <<<

     

     

     

     

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  3. Between Meals Podcast. Episode 55: Body Liberation: The Grey Area of Diet Culture and Anti-Diet Culture

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    No. 55 | Body Liberation: The Grey Area of Diet Culture and Anti-Diet Culture

    Join us as we have a chat about body liberation and navigating the vibrant grey area of diet culture and anti-diet culture as you end the toxic dieting cycle and discover autonomy.

    Lucia Hawley is a functional nutritional therapy practitioner, women’s health expert with a master’s in social work, clinical mental health. Her mission is to teach dieters how to end the dieting cycle and lose weight for life. Her liberatory approach to nutrition emphasizes techniques that incorporate knowledge on not only how our bodies work, but how and why our bodies, minds, and spirits were all created to radically coexist in harmony. This empowers her clients to deeply understand their subconscious identities and habits, and to finally break free of the dieting cycle once and for all. Lucia hosts the Devoured Podcast, coaches clients in her Lean + Liberated Method, and enjoys getting outside into nature with her family and spunky dog in Portland, Oregon.

     

     

     

     

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  4. Between Meals Podcast. Episode 54: Quick Breathwork Practice for Stress Relief

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    No. 54 |Quick Breathwork Practice for Stress Relief

    I heard you all on where you most needed support right now and there was an overwhelming request for support for stress and anxiety. I hope you enjoy this simple breathwork practice for stress relief.

    Incorporate this simple mindfulness and meditation practice of using your breath in times of stress to calm the body and the nervous system.

    Resources mentioned in this episode:

    TRUST + THRIVE ACADEMY: https://tasty-yummies.com/trustandthrive/

    Text me now at 310-349-3794 or use this link

     

     

     

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  5. Between Meals Podcast. Episode 53: Finding Comfort in the Discomfort

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    No. 53 | Finding Comfort in the Discomfort

    A quick, stream-of-conscious, episode where I am sharing my thoughts on finding comfort in the discomfort and what I have learned about healing in community, the importance of seeking support and giving yourself grace and having patience as you grow.

     

    Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

    Dr. Tee William’s Foundations of Social Justice Course

    Trust + Thrive Academy

     

     

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  6. Between Meals Podcast. Episode 52: How to Shift Your Sh*t and Prioritize Your Self Care

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    No. 52 | Shift Your Sh*t. How to Prioritize your Self Care with Courtney Klop

    In this episode I am joined by my friend Courtney Klop of Self Care Creature and we are talking all about how to prioritize your self care, the importance of turning inwards and how to shift your life to make space for growth, change and self-trust.

    Covered in this episode:

    • simple steps to begin implementing self care
    • belief > potential > action > growth
    • why after pics don’t tell the whole story
    • trusting yourself
    • the importance of investing in yourself and in mentors
    • What is Well Self?
    • and so much more!

    About Courtney Klop

    Courtney is a self-care guide + educator. With a background as a certified personal trainer, yoga instructor, and functional nutritional therapist, Courtney has come to describe self-care as synonymous with self-compassion. She’s a wild-hearted soul that lives for adventure and genuine connection. Enamored by life, nourishing traditions, and the human experience altogether, Courtney loves guiding people through the inner journey. She’ll teach ya how to loosen up, trust yourself, and love your life.

     

    More from Courtney Klop:

    SelfCareCreature.com

    WellSelf 6 Week Series

    Follow Courtney on Instagram

     

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  7. 5 Simple Tips to Relax and Calm Your Mind and Body

    This post was created in partnership with MegaFood, a company crafting premium supplements with real food and added nutrients. I am proud to work with brands that care about the health of its consumers and the planet. As always, all opinions, ideas and text are my own. Thanks for supporting the sponsors that allow me to create new and special content like this for Tasty Yummies.

    5 Simple Tips to Relax and Calm Your Mind and Body

    There is no denying stress is part of the human experience and while stress may be an inevitable part of living, supporting the body in its stress resiliency and working on our response to stress doesn’t have to be a complicated undertaking.

    Stress is pervasive, and as I teach all of my Nutritional Therapy clients, it isn’t just the typical mental and emotional life stressors we need to consider. Stress and our body’s response to stress can sneak in through blood sugar dysregulation, inflammation, circadian rhythm disruption, and so much more. What are we to do when stress surrounds us and we are desperate to relax and find peace and calm in our mind and body?

    Many of the stressors we’re exposed to might be beyond our control; we can control our response to stress and bring a sense of calm to the mind and body to support our nervous system from being impacted by the stress. 

    Here are my top 5 tips to relax and calm your mind and body and to support a healthy response to stress: 

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  8. California Cobb Mason Jar Salad with Green Goddess Dressing {gluten-free, keto, paleo + Whole30 options}

    California Cobb Mason Jars Salad with Green Goddess Dressing {gluten-free, keto}

     

    California Cobb Mason Jar Salad with Green Goddess Dressing

    California is known for so many incredible things, these California Cobb Mason Jars Salads with Green Goddess Dressing featuring California Avocados essentially combines them all in one easy-to-make, on-the-go meal!

    Summer in California looks a lot different this year, but we are making the most of the current situation and of course, all the incredible goodness that California always has to offer us.

    We’ve gotten quite creative with our time outside of the house this summer, including our date nights. Weekends used to mean heading to a new restaurant, somewhere we could feel pampered, explore a new neighborhood and have a true California experience. In recent months, we have been taking drives to the ocean, picking a new beach each week, grabbing take out from our favorite local, farm-to-table restaurants, supporting California farmers and purveyors or just making and taking our own meals to-go!!

    We are always celebrating the goodness that California offers from amazing produce and signature flavors in classic recipes to the best dang views and outdoor living there is!

    One of my most favorite classic California creations is the California Cobb Salad. I am not quite sure where this iconic salad originated but today I am sharing a fun new twist so you can take it up a notch and make it portable.

    California Cobb Mason Jars Salad with Green Goddess Dressing {gluten-free, keto}

    California Cobb Salad

    A classic California Cobb salad featuring chicken, bacon, California avocado, hard boiled egg, blue cheese crumbles and various fresh produce like lettuce and tomatoes, usually lined up and arranged beautifully in a rainbow presentation.

    Here’s the thing about a Cobb salad, you can really make it your own. Add some red onions or cucumbers, maybe some chickpeas. Add in spinach, kale or arugula for more dark leafy greens. Swap out the blue cheese for more avocado. As for the dressing, there are many variations you will find here, as well, from ranch to blue cheese dressing or even a simple balsamic vinaigrettes – but today, since we are celebrating California this California Avocado Green Goddess Dressing felt very apropos to celebrate one of California’s greatest gifts, the avocado!

    California Cobb Mason Jars Salad with Green Goddess Dressing {gluten-free, keto}

    California Avocado Green Goddess Dressing

    This simple-to-make creamy green goddess dressing is THE perfect compliment to this California-inspired salad. From it’s vibrant color to the fresh, bright flavor and rich, creamy goodness. This makes more than what you need for two large mason jar salads, but keep it on hand for dipping fresh veggies, throw it over any salad or grilled veggies, over eggs, etc.

     

    California Cobb Mason Jars Salad with Green Goddess Dressing {gluten-free, keto}

    How to Make California Cobb Salad in a Jar:

    Creating and serving a salad in a jar is a game-changer for summer eats, especially on-the-go. Picnics and beach trips may not be as abundant but we’ve been maximizing our date nights with grabbing food and driving to the beach in LA for what I will venture to call the finest oceanside dining, from the luxury of our own car.

    California Cobb Mason Jars Salad with Green Goddess Dressing {gluten-free, keto}

    When creating mason jar salads here are a few simple tips to make the best salad experience possible – meaning NO sad, soggy lettuce:

    1. Start with your dressing at the bottom, anywhere from 1-4 tablespoons of dressing, depending on how much you like and how large the salad is. By keeping the dressing at the bottom you’ll prevent the lettuce and other ingredients from getting mushy.
    2. Continue to layer your mason jar salad by adding any hard veggies and fruits. I find adding tomatoes at the bottom right after the dressing helps to keep any excess water from the tomatoes away from the other ingredients.
    3. Next add your proteins.
    4. Layer any soft veggies or fruit (like avocados) mid-jar or just right before the greens.
    5. Add the blue cheese at any point in the middle, if using.
    6. Finally, add the salad greens. Salad greens such as lettuce have to always be on top to avoid them getting soggy or wilted.

    By finishing with the lettuce or greens last you can squeeze in as much as you can fit into the jar. With the greens being on top, when you turn the jar over to empty it out, you create a bed of greens.

    Mason Jar Salads are the Perfect On-the-Go Meal

    With how these salads are stored, you can make it up to a day head and just grab and go. Bringing a plate and some forks along for the ride. Most people assume you eat a mason jar salad straight from the jar… NOPE! That wouldn’t be very fun or easy.

    California Cobb Mason Jars Salad with Green Goddess Dressing {gluten-free, keto}

    How Do You Eat a Mason Jar Salad?

    Well, when you are ready to eat the mason jar salad, just…

    1. remove the cap to the mason jar;
    2. if there is room in the jar, give the mason jar salad a really shake to mix the dressing with the rest of the ingredients;
    3. either way just shake the salad into a bowl or a large plate as you pour all the ingredients out;
    4. toss as needed to combine.

    Enjoy!!

    California Cobb Mason Jars Salad with Green Goddess Dressing {gluten-free, keto}

    How Long Will a Mason Jar Salad Last?

    Most mason jar salads will last up to 5 days, if stored properly, so feel free to make ahead or even use this method for meal prepping for the week.  

    Be sure the lid is screwed on tightly so it’s sealed and store in the fridge. 

    Great for on-the-go lunches if you are heading to work, the perfect park lunch if you need a break from working from home or a fun date night beach-side dinner.

    California Cobb Mason Jars Salad with Green Goddess Dressing {gluten-free, keto}

     

    California Cobb Mason Jar Salad with Green Goddess Dressing {gluten-free, keto, paleo + Whole30 options}

    gluten-free, grain-free, nut-free, keto, options for Whole30, paleo, dairy-free
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 2 -4 servings

    Ingredients 

    • 2-8 tablespoons California Avocado Green Goddess Dressing, see recipe below
    • 1 pint grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
    • 2 to 4 hard boiled eggs
    • 6 to 8 oz of cooked chicken, shredded, cubed, etc
    • 1 California Avocado, cut into cubes
    • 2-4 oz crumbled blue cheese
    • 6 pieces of cooked bacon, crumbled or roughly chopped
    • 4 cups+ of salad greens, I used little gem lettuce, because it was local and in season

    Instructions

    • Make sure your two wide-mouth mason jars are clean and dry.
    • Add 1-4 tablespoons of California Avocado Green Goddess Dressing to the bottom each jar. (it’s your preference for how much dressing you like and how many ingredients there are). These keeps the other ingredients from getting soft or mushy.
    • Diving the ingredients between the two jars, begin layering the ingredients, in the order listed above.
    • Tomatoes, then eggs, chicken, avocado, cheese, bacon, then lettuce.
    • When you get to the lettuce, ass as much as you can squeeze into the jar, feel free to gently press down to make enough room for the greens.
    • When you are ready to eat your California Cobb Mason Jar Salad unscrew the lid and shake the contents out into a bowl or plate. Toss everything well to combine, as needed so everything is coated in the dressing and the ingredients are well dispersed.

    Notes

    Anything listed above typically found in a Classic Cobb is obviously optional. Feel free to add your favorite salad ingredient, like cucumber, red onion, radish, chickpeas, a different cheese, your favorite lettuce or other greens – you can make these Mason Jar Cobb Salads your own!!

     

    California Cobb Mason Jars Salad with Green Goddess Dressing {gluten-free, keto}

    Green Goddess Dressing {gluten-free, keto, paleo + Whole30}

    gluten-free, paleo, keto, whole30
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    Ingredients 

    • 1 large ripe California avocado
    • 1 cup packed fresh parsley, stems removed
    • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
    • ¼ cup water, more or less as needed for desired thickness
    • 3 tablespoons avocado oil mayo
    • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
    • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar, or apple cider vinegar
    • 1 large garlic clove, or 1 very small shallot
    • 3 tablespoons avocado oil mayo
    • sea salt and pepper to taste

    Instructions

    • Add all of the ingredients to a high speed blender or small food processor. Pulse a few times then blend until well incorporated and super creamy. Add more water as needed to reach your desired consistency.

    Notes

    You can use half basil and half parsley, if you’d like
    Add a small jalapeño (seeds and ribs removed) or red pepper flakes for a little heat
    Use a vegan mayo to avoid eggs, as needed

     

     

    This post is sponsored by the California Avocado Commission but all opinions are my own.

     

  9. Grilled Marinated Chicken Thighs with California Avocado Basil Pesto {paleo, Whole30, keto}

    Grilled Marinated Chicken Thighs with California Avocado Basil Pesto

    Grilled Marinated Chicken Thighs with California Avocado Basil Pesto

    Grilled Marinated Chicken Thighs with California Avocado Basil Pesto

    With grilling season upon us and my love for simple whole food meals made easy, I am so excited to share this super simple recipe that is packed with flavor and sure to WOW this summer – without any fuss!

    Grilled Marinated Chicken Thighs with California Avocado Basil Pesto

    Marinated Chicken Thighs

    This simple marinade takes just a few minutes to prepare and brings so much flavor to the chicken. Marinade overnight and with a quick 20 minutes or less on the grill you have a quick meal with more flavor than you can imagine.

    Grilled Marinated Chicken Thighs with California Avocado Basil Pesto

    California Avocado Basil Pesto

    While this easy-to-make sauce is amazing on these grilled marinated chicken thighs, it’s also an incredible addition to a grilled burger (beef or poultry), with grilled shrimp, scallops or fish, on top of grilled vegetables, as a dressing on your favorite salad, smeared on your favorite toast, flatbread or pizza, serve over pasta, rice, quinoa or another grain, swirled into mashes potatoes, in or on an omelet or frittata  – the possibilities are endless.

    Speaking of endless possibilities, besides being one of my favorite, nutritional, functional foods, California avocados, in my opinion are the most versatile summer fruit, with a long list of ways to prepare and include in your summer meals. 

    Even if avocado is a side dish or an accessory it somehow still always becomes the star of the show.

    We always have avocados around our house, to add healthy fats, vitamins, minerals and of course, so much flavor. 

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  10. Grilled Pineapple and California Avocado Salsa {Paleo, Whole30, Keto, Vegan}

    This easy Grilled Pineapple and California Avocado Salsa recipe makes everything tastier!  It’s made with fresh pineapple, California avocado, red onions, jalapeño, cilantro and lime juice.  

    Grilled Pineapple and California Avocado Salsa

    Grilled Pineapple and California Avocado Salsa

    While June feels like the official kick-off of grill season, it is also California avocado month, and I am already getting creative with what we are putting on the fire (though, let’s just be really honest, here in California it’s always grill season).

    Grilling is my favorite. It has become a bit of a weekend activity around here. We pick a dinner (or brunch) project and we make a whole thing of it. Because, I think we can all agree that everything is better grilled.

    Grilled Pineapple and California Avocado Salsa

    Included in that – AVOCADOS. Have you ever grilled an avocado? It’s magical! Avocados are a fabulous, versatile fruit that lends itself to savory and sweet dishes of all kind, but did ya know they can be grilled, too! When grilled in their skins, avocados take on a really spectacular smoky flavor and their flesh becomes soft and warm. Beyond this salsa recipe you are about to become obsessed with, grilled avocados are amazing just as they are served up with some salt and pepper, fresh lime juice and a spoon. Grilled avocados are also delicious smashed up into an epic guacamole or just spread on toast for an avocado toast to end all others.

    Mixed into a delicious salsa, the creamy, fatty flesh of the grilled avocado is such a welcomed contrast to the bright flavors from the lime and the pineapple and crunchy textures from the pepper and the red onion.

    Combined with the pineapple it all comes together perfectly in a stand-out, impressive dish that is sure to wow.The pineapple beautifully caramelizes as it grills – it gets soft, sweet and it transforms into a smokey, caramelized version of itself.

    Serve this Grilled Pineapple and California Avocado Salsa with chips as an appetizer or snack, on top of your favorite grilled protein (it would honestly be delicious with chicken, fish, pork or steak), over your favorite salad or to put the finishing touch on your favorite tacos!

    It is a delectable balance of sweet, spicy and smoky.

    Grilled Pineapple and California Avocado Salsa

    Recipe Options:

    • Make the pineapple salsa without the avocado and serve the salsa in the grilled 1/2 avocado “boats” for a fun presentation at your summer dinner party.
    • Wanna take it up a notch, grill the onion and jalapeños, too
    • Serve over grilled proteins like fish, chicken, pork chops or steak. Add to tacos, salads or any other dish that you want to bring a little flair to.

    Grilled Pineapple and California Avocado Salsa

    Grilled Pineapple and California Avocado Salsa

    gluten-free, grain-free, dairy-free, nut-free, egg-free, paleo, keto, whole30
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    Servings: 4 +

    Ingredients 

    • 1 small whole pineapple
    • 2 medium ripe California Avocados
    • 1-2 tbs olive oil
    • ¼ cup diced red onion
    • ¼ cup roughly chopped cilantro
    • ½ lime, juiced
    • ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt, more or less to taste
    • 1-2 tbs finely minced jalapeño, optional (can also use bell pepper or other peppers)
    • black pepper, to taste
    • Heat your grill, or grill pan to medium-high. Allow to pre-heat for long enough so the grates get super hot. Slice the pineapple into rounds or sliced vertically. Cut the avocados in half and remove the pit.
    • Brush both sides of the pineapple slices with olive oil. Brush the flesh side of the avocados with olive oil. Grill the pineapple until caramelized on both sides, about 5-7 minutes per side. Grill the avocado on the flesh side for 5-7 minutes.
    • Remove both from grill, let cool slightly. Remove the core on the pineapple slices and dice the the pineapple into 2 cups of bite-sized chunks. Save any extra grilled pineapple rings for a tasty dessert, to serve over yogurt, etc. Dice the avocado into tiny cubes.
    • In a large bowl, toss together 2 cups of the diced pineapple and avocado with the jalapeño, onion, cilantro, lime juice and sea salt.
    • Serve with chips, over your favorite grilled fish, chicken or pork, use on tacos or atop a salad
    • This post is sponsored by the California Avocado Commission but all opinions are my own.

    Instructions

    • Heat your grill (or grill pan) to medium-high. Allow to pre-heat for long enough so the grates get super hot. Slice the pineapple into rounds or sliced vertically. Cut the avocados in half and remove the pit.
    • Brush both sides of the pineapple slices with olive oil. Brush the flesh side of the avocados with olive oil. Grill the pineapple until caramelized on both sides, about 5-7 minutes per side. Grill the avocado on the flesh side for 5-7 minutes.
    • Remove both from grill, let cool slightly. Remove the core on the pineapple slices and dice the the pineapple into 2 cups of bite-sized chunks. Save any extra grilled pineapple rings for a tasty dessert, to serve over yogurt, etc. Dice the avocado into tiny cubes.
    • In a large bowl, toss together 2 cups of the diced pineapple and avocado with the jalapeño, onion, cilantro, lime juice and sea salt.
    • Serve with chips, over your favorite grilled fish, chicken or pork, use on tacos or atop a salad
    • This post is sponsored by the California Avocado Commission but all opinions are my own.

     

     

     

    This post is sponsored by the California Avocado Commission but all opinions are my own.

  11. Between Meals Podcast. Episode 51: How to Deal with Your Stress + Get Anxiety Proof

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    No. 51 | How to Deal with Your Stress + Get Anxiety Proof with Michelle Shapiro

    In this episode I am joined by my friend Michelle Shapiro and we are digging into dealing with stress and getting anxiety proof. In this episode we dig into navigating this stressful time, how to allow yourself the grace and space to feel your feelings but not totally crippled from anxiety and fear. We discuss both perceived and physiological stressors, Michelle shares tips for kicking anxiety’s ass and so much more.

    Covered in this episode:

    • why rapid weight loss and extreme dieting can lead to anxiety
    • how to recognize the whispers from your body before they become screams
    • the stress bucket
    • identifying threats to your safety
    • recognizing when healthful choices become the breaking point
    • tips for getting started with managing stress and anxiety
    • knowledge isn’t power, intuition is power
    • how to make meditation to work for you
    • balancing effort with ease plus inviting and allowing vs. controlling
    • navigating food and body fear or anxiety along with emotional eating
    • and so much more.

     

    About Michelle Shapiro

    Michelle Shapiro is an Integrative/ Functional Registered Dietitian in NYC specializing in body-neutral weight changes, and the holistic healing of stomach issues and anxiety. It is her joy and passion to serve her clients in living fulfilling lives in all aspects.

    Any condition that Michelle works with is something that she has proudly battled herself. After a weight loss of 90 pounds as a teen, Michelle thought all of her problems would be solved!  But what came as a result from rapid weight loss and disordered eating was chronic illness and a LOT of body judgment. And even more than that, she had crippling panic attacks which deprived her of so much of her joy. It took years of research, growth and self work for her to proudly say she is in a healthy, anxiety free- body that she now loves.

    She works to bring the lessons she learned, both academically and personally to all of her clients. And more than that, she aims to provide a safe space to share for each and every one of them. Her goal is to “hear” each person who feels like they haven’t been heard before. Listening is her real passion. It is now her life’s mission to prevent her clients from making the same mistakes she did. She works to give her clients tangible tools to reverse anxiety and digestive issues while still ditching restriction and negative thoughts about food and their bodies and finally learn to eat more authentically and intentionally.

    She works with clients one on one in her private practice both in person and virtually, as well as in her 8 week online program, “Anxiety Proof.

    More from Michelle Shapiro:

    www.getanxietyproof.com

    MichelleshapiroRD.com

    Follow Michelle on Instagram

     

    Additional Resources:

     

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  12. Between Meals Podcast. Episode 50: Honoring your choices, remaining in the present & staying conscious in the face of fear

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    No. 50 | Honoring your choices, remaining in the present & staying conscious in the face of fear

    This shorter format Bites episode shares a little insight on why I chose to take a few weeks off from posting new podcast episodes. I am also sharing a bit about how I have been personally navigating this challenging time and managing feelings of anxiety and overwhelm, including my favorite methods for staying conscious in the present moment and avoiding getting lost in fear and unknowns.

    Covered in this episode:

    • why I took some time off from the podcast
    • how I recognize what has to go
    • honoring where I have choices
    • a few simple tools I use to navigate anxiety in this current climate
    • staying in the present when faced with fear
    • and so much more.

     

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  13. California Avocado Ranch Chicken Salad

    This creamy rich, California Avocado ranch chicken salad recipe is a delicious, easy, everyday dairy-free recipe, it is also Paleo, Keto and Whole30 compliant!

    California Avocado Ranch Chicken Salad

    California Avocado Ranch Chicken Salad

    When it comes to easy meals on the go, for me, it always starts with quality protein and healthy fat. A meal that starts with these two staple macronutrients means more balanced blood sugar, adequate satiation and satisfaction levels and less of a need for all day snacking.

    Whether you follow a paleo approach to your eating, keto or low carb, if you are simply focusing on a balance nutrient-dense, whole foods diet, this simple recipe can be made with leftover batch prepped shredded chicken or a roasted or rotisserie chicken and it’s great for prepping ahead for the week for easy quick lunches or even a quick breakfast option.

    Serve on top of your favorite greens in California Avocado boats, on your favorite toasts or with crackers, however you want to enjoy it.

    California Avocado Ranch Chicken Salad

    We love chicken salads for easy, fast meals. Most weeks I prep a few pounds of shredded chicken in the Instant Pot or we grab a rotisserie chicken at the market, this makes for fast meals and lots of versatility.  You can also buy pre-cooked chicken, or make shredded chicken in a slow cooker with enough chicken broth to cover and cook it for 4 hours on low.

    California Avocado Ranch Chicken Salad

    This California Avocado Ranch Chicken Salad features my easy-to-make, dairy-free avocado ranch dressing with California Avocados as the star of the show, bringing rich, creamy goodness without dairy or eggs. Best part, you can use this amazing California Avocado ranch dressing here in the chicken salad, or whip it up quickly and thin it out a bit to dress your favorite salad or leave it on the thicker side for a delicious dip for fresh veggies.

    I love how quickly this can get put together with minimal ingredients and so much satiating and flavorful goodness.

    California Avocado Ranch Chicken Salad

     

    California Avocado Ranch Dressing

    gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, egg-free, nut-free, whole30, keto, AIP
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes

    Ingredients 

    • makes approx. 8oz dressing
    • 1 Fresh California Avocado, seeded
    • ¼ - ⅓ cup unsweetened non-dairy milk*
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • 1 teaspoon chives
    • ½ teaspoon dried dill
    • ½ teaspoon garlic
    • ½ teaspoon onion
    • ½ teaspoon sea salt
    • Black pepper, to taste

    Instructions

    • Add all the ingredients to a food process or the butcher of a high speed blender. Start with the 1/4 cup of non-dairy milk, continuing to add more as needed to reach your desired consistency, you may want to add upwards of 1/2 cup for a thinner dressing. You can also use a hand-held immersion blender.
    • Cover and refrigerate; eat within 3-5 days.

    Notes

    Recipe notes:
    Add as much non-dairy milk or water to thin to your desired consistency
    You can use fresh herbs in place of dried, I recommend approximately 1 tablespoon of each of the herbs. 1 small clove of garlic and 2 tablespoons fresh onion
    Depending on your dietary preferences, to make your California Avocado Ranch dressing creamy like a traditional ranch dressing you can also add in 1/4 cup greek yogurt or 1/4 cup avocado oil mayonnaise

    California Avocado Ranch Chicken Salad

    California Avocado Ranch Chicken Salad

    gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, nut-free, paleo, Whole30, Keto, AIP
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    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 4 servings

    Ingredients 

    • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced, chilled
    • ¼ cup diced celery
    • ¼ cup dice red onion
    • ¾ cup California avocado ranch dressing, more or less to taste
    • Salt and pepper, to taste

    Instructions

    • Add the chicken, celery and onion to a medium mixing bowl. Add desired amount of avocado ranch and mix well. Refrigerate until ready to eat. Serve in California Avocado, on toast, over a salad or enjoy as is.
    • Refrigerate, eat within 3-5 days.

     

    This post is sponsored by the California Avocado Commission but all opinions are my own.

  14. 3-Ingredient Dark Chocolate California Avocado Truffles

    3-Ingredient Dark Chocolate California Avocado Truffles

    3-Ingredient Dark Chocolate California Avocado Truffles

    3-Ingredient Dark Chocolate California Avocado Truffles

    These decadent and delicious Dark Chocolate California Avocado Truffles can be made with just 3 simple ingredients. Plus, with the added bonus of the avocado you get all the amazing nutritious goodness of one of my favorite functional foods. 

    Rather than heavy cream or butter you’d usually find in a traditional chocolate truffle recipe,  avocado steps in and takes this simple recipe up a notch. Best part, you don’t even taste the avocado, all you taste is the rich dark chocolate, but it gives the truffles a decadent, creamy texture and it takes your dessert to the next level. Read the rest of this entry »

  15. Between Meals Podcast. Episode 49: How To Find Nutritional Freedom

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    No. 49 | How To Find Nutritional Freedom with Claire Siegel

    In this episode I am joined by Claire Siegel and we dig into discovering nutritional freedom, learning to navigate intuitive eating while healing with food, how to redefine your relationship with food and practical first steps to take when you are feeling stuck between the extremes of anti-diet and diet culture.

    Covered in this episode:

    • The false dichotomy between anti-diets and non-diets, diet culture
    • Why a client focused approach is necessary
    • How to take the good from diets and see the benefits
    • Practical first steps when you are feeling stuck in the dichotomy of diet culture and anti-diet rhetoric.
    • How can intuitive eating and healing diets co-exist?
    • What to do when self-healing fails you?
    • Healing diets role in autonomy?
    • The importance of neutralizing foods.
    • Removing the identities we hold onto around food & enjoying food for what it is.
    • Avoiding comparison and practicing unlimited empathy towards other’s experiences.
    • How to find peace with food.
    • and so much more.

    About Claire

    Claire Siegel is the founder of Nutritional Freedom, an online nutrition and mindset coaching practice designed to help women learn to ditch diets and get healthy for good. After spending over a decade on diets herself, Claire discovered the transformational power of an intuitive eating approach that integrates one’s own lived experience and individual needs with sound nutrition science. Since opening their virtual doors, NF has helped hundreds of women find their own nutritional freedom.
    Claire attended the University of Texas at Austin where she earned a dual degree in Nutrition and Plan II Liberal Arts Honors. She also completed a supervised practice through the Coordinated Program in Dietetics.

     

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  16. Between Meals Podcast. Episode 48: Making Meals Easy – How to Fridge Forage and Make the Most of Your Food

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    No. 48 | Making Meals Easy – How to Fridge Forage and Make the Most of Your Food with Stephanie Vanlochem

    In this episode I am joined by Stephanie Vanlochem and we do a deep dive into getting into the kitchen with confidence, learning how to make the most out of what you’ve got in the pantry and your fridge, best practices for food storage and how to channel your inner makeshift meal, fridge foraging badassery!

    Covered in this episode:

    • What is fridge foraging
    • Using food to bring people together
    • The top 3 tips for organizing your fridge so food doesn’t go to waste
    • Creating habits in the kitchen to stay organized
    • Making the food and cooking a team effort
    • Tips for freezing food
    • Navigated imperfect, bruised, moldy and older food
    • Why you shouldn’t use recipes
    • and so much more!

    About Stephanie

    Stephanie Vanlochem, BA, Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, and Whole30 Certified Coach is the founder of Cook By Color Nutrition, a practice that teaches the power of cooking real food as nourishment for both mind and body.  Stephanie helps clients find sustainable and individualized practices to feeding themselves, and their families for health and enjoyment!  As a real food advocate, she believes that eating for both health and pleasure is possible, as the two are not mutually exclusive and fridge foraging is a practice that will help everyone get there.

    Follow Stephanie on Instagram @CookByColor

    or online at www.cookbycolornutrition.com.

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  17. Between Meals Podcast. Episode 47: Title: No 47 | The Psychology of Behavior Change with Kasey Jo Orvidas, Ph.D. Mindset, habits and what to do when everything changes.

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    No. 47 | The Psychology of Behavior Change with Kasey Jo Orvidas, Ph.D.
    Mindset, habits and what to do when everything changes.

    In this episode we dig into the psychology of behavior change and how to navigate times of adversity through habits, mindset and behaviors.

    In this episode we cover:

    • Habit discontinuity
    • Aligning your choices with your goals and using lifestyle shifts to your benefit
    • Motivations, willpower, self control or even just intentions – habits overrule all of them
    • The power of habits
    • Fixed vs. growth mindset
    • The double-edged sword affect of growth mindset
    • Thinking emotionally vs. logically rationally
    • Walking through negative thought patterns from a cognitive behavior therapy perspective
    • How to harness the stress and energy you are feeling right now
    • Using times of adversity as time to establish new behavior changes and habits
    • Using cue, routine, reward
    • Habit stacking
    • Reframing, acceptance and awareness
    • and so much more.

    About Kasey Jo Orvidas

    Kasey is a certified health and fitness coach and also holds a PhD in psychology, her expertise is in health behavior change. She has transformed hundreds of lives (and minds) in her coaching career, while also being published in multiple peer reviewed research journals for her work exploring the relationship between mindset and healthy behaviors.

    Kasey places a strong emphasis on the importance of not just what we say to our clients, but how – and uses her unique background to efficiently and effectively communicate with clients. She teaches other coaches how to do this too, via mentorship programs.

    In addition to coaching, Kasey is a writer and member of the scientific review board for Legion Athletics, where she shares her knowledge and passion for all things fitness, nutrition and psychology.

    Visit Kasey’s website

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  18. Bacon and Chive Spaghetti Squash Fritters with California Avocado Lime Dipping Sauce {gluten-free, paleo, Whole30, keto}

    Bacon and Chive Spaghetti Squash Fritters with California Avocado Lime Dipping Sauce {gluten-free, paleo, Whole30, keto}

    Bacon and Chive Spaghetti Squash Fritters with California Avocado Lime Dipping Sauce {gluten-free, paleo, Whole30, keto}

    I try very hard to not play favorites with foods, but that’s a lot easier than it sounds. I will always have favorites, not just from a a flavor standpoint, of course there are foods that hold emotional attachments, memories and traditions and as a Holistic Nutritionist, there is a great long list foods I also really love from a functional perspective.

    Avocados are one of my favorites that cross all three. There is not a week that goes by that we don’t have avocados available in our home. Besides being totally obsessed with how they taste and how versatile they are, they can go from savory to sweet, with ease, I also love what a functional and healthful food avocados are.

    With nearly 20 essential vitamins and nutrients avocado are also a good source of fiber and folate, potassium, vitamin E and B vitamins. As well, as a source of healthy fats, avocados they play a vital role in a balanced, nutrient-dense diet and health fats essentially work as a nutrient-booster enabling fat soluble nutrients in foods eaten alongside the avocado, to become more assimilated and absorbed, nutrients like vitamins A, D, E and K.

    I had the pleasure, a couple years back, of visiting a California Avocado grove not too far from my own home and I was so honored to see these beautiful fruits growing in their natural habitat, being cared for and tended to by a family of growers right here in my own state. The lab of love for this fruit, picked by hand by families who have been growing to and tending these trees for years, gave me a new appreciation for one of my favorite foods. Walking the groves I got to, first hand, see the patience, the love, care and craftsmanship and taste the difference and my love grew deeper.

    Bacon and Chive Spaghetti Squash Fritters with California Avocado Lime Dipping Sauce {gluten-free, paleo, Whole30, keto}

    I have a long list of ways that I love to enjoy avocados, but I especially love a delicious sauce like this one, to highlight the flavor of this delicious fruit. These crispy, flavor packed bacon and chive spaghetti squash fritters are taken up a notch thanks to this flavorful, creamy sauce that you are absolutely going to want to put on anything and everything.

    With the addition of the lime and a tangy yogurt, besides flavor and a little punch, the acidity also works to prevent the avocado from browning, keeping this delicious dipping sauce, vibrant and fresh.

    Bacon and Chive Spaghetti Squash Fritters with California Avocado Lime Dipping Sauce {gluten-free, paleo, Whole30, keto}

    This California Avocado Lime Dipping sauce is also great as a creamy salad dressing, it’s amazing drizzled over roasted veggies. Use it as a marinade for chicken or as a sauce a top your favorite fish or other protein. It also makes a great veggie dip or a dip for your favorite crackers or chips.

    These simple Bacon and Chive Spaghetti Squash Fritters with California Avocado Lime Dipping Sauce is a quick recipe to make and a great option for leftover spaghetti squash. They make a delicious side dish or a super fun starter / appetizer.  I think you are really gonna love these.

    I like to make the dipping sauce first and place into the fridge to chill while making the fritters.

    Bacon and Chive Spaghetti Squash Fritters with California Avocado Lime Dipping Sauce {gluten-free, paleo, Whole30, keto}

     

    California Avocado Lime Dipping Sauce {gluten-free, paleo, Whole30, keto}

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    Ingredients 

    • 2 California avocados
    • 4 tablespoons lime juice, from 2 limes
    • ¼ cup fresh cilantro
    • ¼ cup yogurt, non-dairy yogurt works just fine here
    • ¼ teaspoon sea salt, more to taste, as needed
    • black pepper or red pepper flakes, to taste

    Instructions

    • Add all of the ingredients to a high powered blender or food processor and blend until well combined. An immersion blender will also work.
    • Season with salt and pepper to taste (just a little at a time), then blend again and taste. Add more salt and pepper, if necessary. Store the sauce in the fridge in an airtight container and give it a good stir before serving. It will keep and stay fresh for upwards of 3 to 4 days.

    Bacon and Chive Spaghetti Squash Fritters with California Avocado Lime Dipping Sauce {gluten-free, paleo, Whole30, keto}

    Bacon and Chive Spaghetti Squash Fritters with California Avocado Lime Dipping Sauce {gluten-free, paleo, Whole30, keto}

    gluten-free, paleo, Whole30, keto, grain-free, dairy-free, nut-free
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    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 12 fritters

    Ingredients 

    • 4 cups cooked spaghetti squash threads
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon onion powder
    • ½ teaspoon sea salt
    • teaspoon black pepper
    • ¼ cup coconut flour
    • 2 large eggs, whisked
    • 4-5 slices bacon, cooked, drained of fat, and finely chopped (1/4 cup)
    • 2 tablespoon chives, finely minced
    • 1-3 tbsp ghee, refined organic coconut oil or preferred cooking fat for frying

    Options to add:

    • ¼ cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
    • ¼ teaspoon chipotle powder
    • Cook in bacon fat for extra flavor

    Instructions

    • Remove the "spaghetti" from your spaghetti squash with a fork and place in a large mixing bowl.
    • Add the mound of squash to a clean kitchen towel (or a few paper towels) and squeeze out any excess moisture. Really give it some good squeezes. Don’t skip this step, it’s worth it for finished product - you will be surprised how much excess liquid comes out. Add the garlic and onion, power salt, pepper, and coconut flour. Add in the whisked eggs, the bacon and the chives.
    • Mix really well with fork until all ingredients are fully combined.
    • Using your hands, form into 12 equally sized patties, made with approximately 1/4 cup of the mixture each.
    • Flatten and place on a parchment lined baking sheet. Continue forming until all are ready to be cooked.
    • Heat a large skillet over medium high heat and add your ghee or coconut oil. Once the pan is hot, please the fritters in.
    • Once they'e browned on one side, flip and brown on the second side.
    • Drain on paper towels and continue to fry in batches, as necessary, adding more cooking oil as needed.
    • Serve right away with the avocado lime dipping sauce and enjoy!

    Notes

    Leave out the bacon to make these vegetarian.

     

     

    This post is sponsored by the California Avocado Commission but all opinions are my own.

  19. Easy Pantry Staples {options for Paleo, Whole30, Gluten-free, Keto}

    How-to Stock a Healthy Keto Pantry

    Today we are chatting all about how to stock a nutrient-dense pantry with easy pantry staples for paleo, Whole30, gluten-free and keto/low carb. But also a little spoiler alert for you…. these pantry staples are NOT exclusive to any one nutritional or dietary approach, this pantry list is all about a focus on real food, easy, budget-friendly shelf-stable nutrient-dense proteins, healthy fats, smarter snacks and foods that will support your vibrant well being!

    Having a well stocked pantry is the best way to stay ahead, be prepared and have what you need to throw together easy meals, no matter what life throws your way. I’m sharing some of my favorite real food pantry must-haves along with the best and most affordable ways to stay stocked up! So this way your pantry will be full and your wallet won’t be empty.

    Keep this list of healthy pantry staples handy, this is the list I share with all my nutrition clients looking to have a well-stocked pantry with the best-of-the-best real food basics!

    Most importantly, I want to show you that eating healthy and eating well doesn’t have to bankrupt you. We know the cost of health foods is an investment in our future and our health, but sometimes if feels like we need a second job just to pay for it all. But, by planning ahead and having a system in place to stock your healthy pantry, you can keep these healthy foods on hand, and keep your costs down.

    EASY PANTRY STAPLES – A HOW TO GUIDE TO STOCKING A NUTRIENT-DENSE, BUDGET-FRIENDLY PANTRY:

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  20. Between Meals Podcast. Episode 46: Hormone Healing Part 1 with Amanda Montalvo

     

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    No. 46 | Hormone Healing Part 1 with Amanda Montalvo, RD, FDN-P, Women’s Health Dietitian

    In this episode we touch on the foundations of hormone healing with Amanda Montalvo a women’s health dietitian that helps women get to the root cause of hormone imbalances and have healthy menstrual cycles.

    In this episode we cover:

    • Healing hormones and why they are often last to respond when healing
    • The implications for thyroid imbalances
    • Looking at lab results that are “in range” or “normal” vs. using “functional lab ranges” and symptom presentation
    • Simple metrics to track for assessing progress with hormone health
    • Symptoms that point to hormone imbalances
    • Where to get started with healing your hormones
    • The importance of tracking
    • Eating enough and why it matters so much
    • The importance of consistency
    • Functional foods to support hormone health
    • Implications of mineral testing
    • Gut health is a root cause, but what else is going on that could be affecting your healing?
    • The impact that our gut health has on our hormone health
    • What non-food related factors and other lifestyle impact hormone health
    • and so much more.

    Stay tuned for Hormone Healing Part 2 with Amanda

    Please submit any questions you have for Amanda for Hormone Healing Part 2 here

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  21. Between Meals Podcast. Episode 45: The Process with Emily Schromm

     

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    No. 45 | The Process with Emily Schromm

    I am so happy to be joined by Emily Schromm. Emily Schromm is a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, personal trainer and serial entrepreneur who helps others empower themselves by way of food and movement. Her journey with nutrition began after realizing she could use food to heal from the inside out, and her passion for teaching others how to do the same, specializing in gut heath, adrenal repair and herbal remedies, has led to a career spanning five companies and three verticals of business including online programming, physical products and a brick and mortar gym, Platform Strength in RINO, Denver. She most recently self published her first book, The Process and launched an online monthly digital publication, EMPRESS.

    In this episode we cover:

    • Why this book now?
    • Realizing the light at the end of the tunnel isn’t getting any closer
    • The beauty in the work
    • Creation without expectations
    • Something you might be surprised to know about Emily
    • Finally learning how to just be
    • Do – Feel – Know – Make
    • Moving through doubt
    • When you come up against limiting factors
    • Going with the co-creation flow
    • Being in complete control is your limiting factor
    • The louder you are, the less you are heard
    • Noticing the changes and the details
    • What reality TV taught Emily about social media and removing yourself from external validation
    • Can we strive for creating without strings attached?
    • Is vulnerability weakness?
    • How can you be more you?
    • Emily reads her favorite pieces from The Process
    • and much more!

     

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