17. Mediterranean Greek Chicken Bowls

INGREDIENTS CHICKEN: 1-pound organic chicken breasts (cut into cubes)1 tablespoon avocado oil1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice2 cloves garlic (minced)1 tablespoon dried oregano1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper TOMATO CUCUMBER SALAD: 2 organic tomatoes (chopped)½ large organic english cucumber (chopped)¼ red onion (chopped)1 tablespoon dried oregano1 teaspoon red wine vinegar1 teaspoon extra virgin olive

16. Italian Parmesan Meatloaf

INGREDIENTS Meatloaf: 1 lb to 1 ¼ lbs of organic grass fed ground beef (can also use organic ground chicken)6 finely chopped organic garlic cloves½ of a finely chopped medium sized onion2 organic pasture raised eggsgluten free breadcrumbs (use just enough to soak up any moisture)½ cup of organic tomato or marinara sauce (homemade preferred

15. The Dirty Dozen Plus A Few

Every year since 2004, the Environmental Working Group has published a list of fruits and vegetables that contain high levels of pesticides that are concerning.  These certain fruits and vegetables should only be bought and consumed if they are organic in order to avoid all of the harmful pesticides used. Below is the current list!

14. Gluten Free Lasagna

INGREDIENTS Bolognese Sauce 2 tablespoons avocado oil1-pound organic grass-fed ground beef7 organic garlic cloves (minced)1 tablespoon black pepper½ tablespoon salt2 15-ounce cans organic tomato sauce2 tablespoons organic tomato paste1 15-ounce can organic diced tomatoes¼ cup organic grass-fed whole milk Béchamel Sauce: 2 cups organic grass-fed whole milk1/4 cup Kerrygold butter1/4 cup all-purpose gluten free flour

02. Natural Cleaning Products

As I have said in previous posts, once I was diagnosed with ms, I somewhat overhauled my whole life and so did my family.  My sister spurred the change, because she is very concerned with the effects of routinely using carcinogenic products generally.  Then, my ms diagnosis further motivated us to change our ways. So,

13. Gluten Free Skillet Chicken Parm

INGREDIENTS 2 large organic chicken breasts (halved lengthwise (to make 4 slices))1 ½ cups gluten free breadcrumbs1 ½ cups freshly grated parmesan cheese2 tablespoons minced fresh basil2 large organic pasture raised eggs1 teaspoon water½ cup almond flour1/3 cup olive oil1 ½ cups organic tomato sauce8 ounces fresh mozzarella (sliced)1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon avocado oil INSTRUCTIONS Preheat the oven

10. Exercising While Having MS

I was actively taking four or five Orangetheory classes a week when my first symptoms arose that led to my diagnosis of MS. So, after I was diagnosed, I immediately asked my neurologist what to do about my Orangetheory classes.  I originally thought the classes might have triggered my MS, so I was worried about

12. Gluten Free Gnocchi in a Pomodoro Cream Sauce

INGREDIENTS GNOCCHI: 2 pounds organic russet potatoes, washed (about 4-5 medium potatoes)1 cup organic white rice flour1/2 cup organic sweet rice flour2 large organic pasture raised eggs1 teaspoon salt SAUCE: ¼ cup of avocado oil4 stems of organic flat leaf parsley3 stems of organic fresh rosemary2 sprigs of fresh organic thyme3 stems of fresh organic basil7 organic garlic cloves (chopped)1 28 ounce can of

11. Why did I become gluten free?

I want to preface this post with the following. Going gluten free is not for everyone, but I truly believe that it was the best decision for me.  And, I really went gluten free for a handful of reasons. Gluten is a general term for some of the proteins found in grains including wheat, barley,