Simple Pulled Chicken

Chicken you can put in your crock pot and is ready to go a few hours later is my idea of a great meal. You can use chicken thighs or breasts, but go boneless for this recipe.  The key here is the dry rub: rub your chicken in the spices the night before if you […]

Tuna Sweet Potato Cakes

Sweet potatoes are so versatile and packed with nutrients, healthy complex carbohydrates and are so tasty. Sweet potato are full of beta-carotene, fibre and complex carbs which helps keep blood sugar levels stable and helps you balance your mood. High glycemic foods like cookies, cakes and white bread have been associated with increased anxiety.  I […]

Smoothie Bowls

The best part about smoothie bowls really is the toppings. In our house you can lay out bowls of fresh fruit, nuts, coconut, almond butter to drizzle, freshly chopped mint. lime zest – anything goes for sprinkling on top. Consistency is the key here – you want enough thickness to eat with a spoon.  Smoothie […]

Fat Raspberry Smoothie

Fat is a secret weapon in weight loss – it fills you up, Frozen raspberries are simply delicious and make this smoothie tart and fresh. The coconut milk and avocado provide you with a nice push of fat that will be great for the cold winter mornings. This is a great smoothie at any time […]

Indian Cauliflower and Chickpea Soup

I love the flavours of Indian food and the health benefits of tumeric are immense –  I remember as a kid those canned vegetable soups that had green beans that were that perfect texture: this soup takes it to a whole other level, and adds tons of dried herbs to make it hit the spot. […]

Erin’s Perfect Energy Balls

Energy balls are a staple in my house – and I love giving them out as prizes in my classes and having them on-hand for playdates and just as an afternoon pick-me-up. If you are going to cut out sugar for a little while, these are a perfect little substitute for that 3pm sugar craving […]