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Welcome to the LEAN blog—an empowering hub for holistic healing. Discover mind, body, and soul balance through nutrition, recipes, gut & hormone insights, functional testing, mindset strategies, and the invigorating power of yoga. Join me on this transformative journey towards radiant well-being!

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Chickpea Sweet Potato Curry

Ready to get back into healthy eating after the holidays?! This is the perfect winter recipe for meal prep and is packed with plant based protein and fiber.

Heal Your Solar Plexus to Heal Your Gut

In order to heal your gut, you need to get to the root cause! Your solar plexus is your energy center associated with your gut and is all about stepping into your power and worth and setting boundaries! In this post we discuss how to balance the physical and emotional causes of gut health to truly heal.

Summer Protein Pasta Salad
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Summer Protein Pasta Salad

This high-protein, fiber-rich summer pasta salad is gluten-free, dairy-free, and perfect for meal prep or cookouts. Made with lentil pasta and fresh veggies, it’s a simple, nutritious recipe to fuel your sunny days with clean ingredients and vibrant flavor.

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All About Protein: A Guide to Make it Simple
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All About Protein: A Guide to Make it Simple

Let’s talk protein! With so much info out there, this post breaks it down to know exactly how much protein you need, what 30grams of protein looks like and how to meet your goals with ease.

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Berry & Greens Smoothie
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Berry & Greens Smoothie

This nutrient-packed smoothie blends protein, fiber, and healthy fats to support energy, digestion, and a leaner lifestyle. Perfect for a balanced breakfast, post-workout fuel, or on-the-go meal—light, simple, and delicious.”

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Pasta Fagioli Soup
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Pasta Fagioli Soup

Pasta Fagioli soup is the perfect hearty winter meal! It’s so easy to meal prep for the week or freeze. This recipe is packed with protein and veggies and can easily be made gluten free and dairy free.

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Chickpea & Sweet Potato Curry Recipe
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Chickpea & Sweet Potato Curry Recipe

Chickpea sweet potato curry! This recipe is perfect for a winter day and is full of plant based protein, fiber and colorful veggies. This dairy free gluten free recipe is the perfect meal to meal prep this weekend!

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2 Month Social Media Break- Here’s What Happened…
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2 Month Social Media Break- Here’s What Happened…

I took 2 months off of social media and here is what happened! As an entrepenuer I’ve told myself I can’t take a break from social media for so long, fearing I’d lose clients and success, but I was proved wrong and got just as many, if not more clients and developed a clearer headspace and deeper connection with myself.

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The Importance of Your Solar Plexus & a Healthy Gut!
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The Importance of Your Solar Plexus & a Healthy Gut!

In order to heal your gut, you need to get to the root cause! Your solar plexus is your energy center associated with your gut and is all about stepping into your power and worth and setting boundaries! In this post we discuss how to balance the physical and emotional causes of gut health to truly heal.

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