***This is a sponsored conversation brought to you by Baptist Health South Florida. As always, all opinions are my own.  I first learned about the Ketogenic Diet from a group of male models a few years ago. All they talked about was high protein and butter. Lot’s of butter. In my everyday life, I use butter, eat a little bacon …

Before CJ was born, I had time to cook every single night, and by cook, I mean 3-course meals with a variety of different ingredients. Many of you have tried my recipes and I always love when one of them becomes a household staple! I am not usually one to cook packaged ingredients, but as a new mother, I find …

I cannot believe the time has come for us to move out of our home in Miami and start the process of heading west to the Bay Area. Honestly, the hardest part is behind us and in 20 days we will officially be California residents. During this time of transition, I am trying to keep my health and wellness on …

In between all of the crazy that comes with earning “new mom” status, I am finding that family and friends visiting gives me some time to cook. Something that I already miss doing. Since I had extra hands around, I decided to whip up a quick egg casserole for my family to enjoy. Egg casseroles are something I often do …

I think I take for granted the fact that I love to cook and have the time do it these days, but for many, work and family make cooking elaborate meals difficult and simple, nutritious recipes that you can make ahead of time are the best! Quinoa is not only a trendy “grain”, but it is one with staying power. …

Lately, I have really been enjoying summer produce and taking time to cook meals for Cory and I as we soak up the last few weeks as a family of two. Anytime fig season rolls around, I always have to add them to everything. Why? Because fresh figs are delicious and chock full of fiber and nutrients. I will always …

Detox and cleanse are two words I often hear and see in mainstream media. Beyonce’s infamous 21-day water cleanse to juice cleanses from popular juice bars promote weight loss and a healthier you! Those detox programs may work under special circumstances, but they can also be dangerous and extremely limiting. Personally, I much prefer a food detox or cleanse as …

I often hear people say that they spend hours in the gym or taking multiple classes at the studio, but they are not seeing results! The truth of the matter is you will be hardpressed to see any improvement or hit your weight loss goals without adjusting your diet. I rarely use the word diet because it makes one think of …

Recently, I did an Instagram poll asking if you guys would rather see fitness posts or food posts and surprisingly enough, it was food for the win! This recipe was something I created while in the mood for a summer meal that was sweet, spicy, crunchy and delicious! I have been making cabbage salads every week since and the best …

On Thursday, I had the honor of hosting another Facebook Live with Baptist Health South Florida. It is Mental Health Awareness Month and we discussed “Foods That Fuel Your Mental Health“. Did you know that in recent years, it has been scientifically proven that there is a brain-gut connection and keeping your gut in balance will yield a happier, healthier …

Picture this. You are pregnant. You get off a 6 A.M. flight, hop in your car and head home. Your tummy begins to rumble,  but it is no big deal because you ate breakfast and are only a few miles from home. Suddenly, traffic screeches to a halt, streets shut down and you sit in bumper to bumper traffic for …

Happy Tuesday! The heat came in fast and furious here and Miami that I forget that most of the country is still wrapped up in parkas and cleaning up what hopefully is the last of the snow! I have been spending a lot of time clearing out and purging stuff to make room for baby boy and I have to …

If you think homemade bread has to be a 2 to 3 day process then think again. This recipe takes about an hour and since most of the time is spent waiting for the dough to rise,  you can work on it almost any night of the week. Although I wish I could take credit for this recipe I need …

We have had a few cold fronts come through Miami and when they do I feel all of the cozy vibes coming on.As you know from this post I absolutely love using Butternut Squash. It is a great addition to you plate because it is high in fiber, phytonutrients and is readily available during the fall-winter months. I have not …

“Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.” How many times have you heard that saying? Yea, me too! On the morning after Oprah changed my world and blew my mind in five minutes I woke up ready and raring to go. Honestly, what morning wouldn’t be complete without a short stack and strawberry compote? I love whipping up …

“Italy has changed. But Rome is Rome.” -Robert De Nero, American actor Ah Roma! The home of Julius Caesar, The Colosseum, and the most decadent food on the planet. Traveling is something that truly feeds my soul and my waistline like no other. It seems many of you are looking forward to traveling more in 2018 and I love sharing …