Alright, confession time: I’ve been on a bit of a quiche kick these last few weeks (There is literally one in my oven right now). I was looking for something ultra-easy for breakfast that required little effort, and that was just as good reheated as it was fresh out of the oven.  All in all, […]

Worrying is a completely normal part of life. Yet, sometimes, it can paralyze us; We start to excessively worry about what could happen. Excessive worrying may even lead to anxiety, where more physical symptoms arise (such as a racing heartbeat, sweating, shallow breathing, shaking, and more).  But did you know that your diet can actually […]

Many influencers and celebrities swear by starting their day with some kind of green smoothie (or, at the very least, having it for a snack or as part of their lunch). So, are green smoothies all they're cracked up to be? Green smoothies don’t sound that appetizing. In fact, it kind of sounds like you’re […]

About 95% of your serotonin is made in the gut. This is huge since scientists are quickly figuring out that the gut-brain connection is much more intricate than we ever thought before. Put simply, what’s going on in your gut impacts how you feel—and these feelings aren’t just revolving around an upset stomach.  Serotonin, frequently […]

Huevos Rancheros is a classic Mexican breakfast dish (and my personal go-to!). It’s got everything you need for a hearty breakfast and a perfect start to your day. Plus, there’s something so comforting about this one, where even on my worst days, getting to feast on this first thing definitely lifts my mood. It’s not […]

I’ve been living in Mexico for the last few months and have been loving the Mexican street food here! So, in the spirit of Mexican food, I figured what was more fitting than diving into how chicken enchiladas might actually boost your mood and improve your mental health? Yes. enchiladas can help! It might seem […]

When I feel down in the dumps, I literally crave chocolate. Maybe you do too. Whether it’s an off day or a super stressful week, there’s something about dark chocolate, in particular, that just calms me right down. So, what’s going on here? Does chocolate actually help us feel better? How? Well, we’ve got all […]

When we feel depressed or sad, we, sometimes, lose our appetite entirely. This is often related to an imbalance of hormones from stress. For some, this drives us to eat. For others, this significantly decreases our appetite. This is how some people may gain or lose weight due to depression and anxiety. However, no matter […]

As you may already know, low levels of serotonin are associated with depression and anxiety. Undeniably, this neurotransmitter is very important for optimal mental health and our general mood.  Surprisingly, around 90-95% of serotonin is produced in the gut. In other words, for proper balance of this neurotransmitter, your diet plays a significant role. In […]