Nutrition & Health Articles

Healthy Pasta Salad (chickpea-based pasta!)

This pasta salad is so refreshing and filling. Using a bean-based pasta adds more fiber, protein, and nutrients, thus creating a better feeling of fullness, providing long-lasting energy, and nourishing the body with increased vitamins and minerals. Here’s a picture of the pasta box I used… You can find the Banza brand chickpea pasta on…… Continue reading Healthy Pasta Salad (chickpea-based pasta!)

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Monya’s On-The-Glow Tips

Monya Kowal’s unique education and experience have helped pave her way into the world of nutrition-involved skincare. She combines her Bachelor’s degree in nutrition with her extensive aesthetician training to provide clients with a one-of-a-kind beauty experience. Within her passions includes developing healthy skin recipes, along with creating obtainable skincare routines catered to each individual.…… Continue reading Monya’s On-The-Glow Tips

Lifestyle and Home

Creating The Perfect Entryway

Being the first inside impression of your home, the entryway is an important element for showcasing your home story and what’s to come. Our double-door entry opens up to a large space with walls on both sides before leading to the living area. The goal was to create a functional entry space with unique character…… Continue reading Creating The Perfect Entryway

Healthy Recipes

Pineapple Blender Sorbet (no added sugar, dairy free, gluten free)

As a sweet lover, one of my favorite healthy sweet treats in blender “sorbet”. This tropical pineapple version gets an extra kick of flavor with ginger, and some crunchy texture from coconut and dark chocolate chips. Pineapple is a great source of vitamin C, and it’s rich in fiber to help keep you filling full.…… Continue reading Pineapple Blender Sorbet (no added sugar, dairy free, gluten free)

Healthy Recipes

The Best Green Smoothie (or Smoothie Bowl!)

Don’t let the color fool you- this tropical green smoothie is oh-so delicious! Healthy fats from avocado lend a boost of heart health, while antioxidant rich fruits and veggies balance out the flavor. You can even freeze it into popsicle molds! Ingredients 1 banana 1 cup pineapple 1 kiwi 1/2 of an avocado handful of…… Continue reading The Best Green Smoothie (or Smoothie Bowl!)

Healthy Recipes

Healthier Pumpkin Pie (dairy-free and gluten-free option)

Traditional pumpkin pie is loaded with excess refined sugar, saturated fat, and refined carbs. This version is healthier and lightened up by swapping sweetened condensed milk or evaporated milk with milked almonds or coconut milk instead. This also uses less sugar and no dairy. And I promise it is sooo delicious! I served it at…… Continue reading Healthier Pumpkin Pie (dairy-free and gluten-free option)

Healthy Recipes

The Best Healthy Black Bean & Oat Brownies (honey-sweetened, gluten-free, dairy-free, optional nut-free) AND Benefits of Fiber

Not only are you avoiding top food allergens with this recipe, but you’re also getting a hefty dose of fiber from the black beans and oats. I could write for days on the benefits of adequate fiber in the diet… heart health, blood sugar health, weight management, gut health, helping to feel full faster and…… Continue reading The Best Healthy Black Bean & Oat Brownies (honey-sweetened, gluten-free, dairy-free, optional nut-free) AND Benefits of Fiber

Healthy Recipes

Holiday Quinoa (gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, vegetarian)

This simple quinoa dish only uses one pan, and takes only about 20-25 minutes to cook. To make it “holiday style”, we’ve added dried sage, roasted pumpkin seeds, and organic dried cranberries. Reap the health benefits with this plant-based dish! Great served warm or cold, as a side or main. Double the recipe to make…… Continue reading Holiday Quinoa (gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, vegetarian)