My cousin Julie made this dip for a family summer BBQ and I have been dreaming of making it ever since. Super bowl Sunday was the perfect occasion and our guests loved it. It was so easy to make and I served the dip with organic corn chips. Choosing organic ensures that you are avoiding any of...
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Gluten Free Granola with Ginger and Pumpkin seeds
My sister makes the best everything. So I am not surprised that we have been making a weekly batch of this gluten free granola which is instantly devoured. I love the ginger which supports digestion and the pumpkin seeds rich in omegas and zinc combined with the sweetness of the maple syrup and...
Sauerkraut for Intestinal Health
Last year I found out I had a vitamin B deficiency and Tiffany, the co-creator of the Cooking for Fertility […]
Health Tips for the Fall Season
Fall is a time of harvest and gathering your provisions in preparation for quiet introspection. As the leaves begin to change color and fall from the branches we say goodbye to the growth of summer and allow its bounty to nourish the earth. As we release the lighter and brighter carefree days of...
PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome)
PCOS is a common health issue that can affect the outcomes of fertility and pregnancy. When properly diagnosed and treated, many women go on to have healthy pregnancies. Each month, a woman’s ovaries produce a balance of estrogen, progesterone and androgens to regulate the menstrual cycle...
Peach Crisp
We’ve done our fair share of fruit picking this summer in Southern Oregon and it’s a great reminder of how much tastier fruit is right off the vine. We are lucky to have the most amazing organic peach orchard right around the corner and if you don’t get there first thing in the morning you are...
Chlorophyll Rich Northwest Fertility Salad
The first time Tiffany made me this chlorophyll rich salad I was blown away. The rich colors of the green […]
Endometriosis
Each month an endometrial lining builds in our uterus to nurture a growing fetus and support pregnancy. If we are not pregnant, the endometrial lining sheds during our monthly menstrual cycle. Endometriosis, a condition that effects approximately 5...
A Simple Salad for Fertility Diet & Cleanse
Fresh organic vegetables are a wonderful addition to your fertility diet and any fertility cleanse. Choose dark leafy greens, like kale, that have a high chlorophyll content and are replenishing to your entire system. Cruciferous vegetables, like cabbage, help to metabolize excess estradiol and...
Easy Fertility Chili Recipe
One of the most common struggles for people looking to start a fertility diet is that they feel like they don't have enough time to cook. Somehow when you decide to go organic, people feel pressured to be perfect. One client who ate out every single meal thought starting a fertility diet meant...
The Most Delicious Flourless Chocolate Cake
When you eat a clean diet of whole, gluten-free foods, there are still times you are going to feel like indulging. And when you do indulge, you want to enjoy every single bite. My personal belief is that including "treats" you love in moderation and using the highest quality ingredients makes a...
The Health Benefits of Chocolate
No one has to convince me to indulge in dark chocolate, but knowing its high antioxidant content makes the process that much more enjoyable. To ensure you are getting the most nutritional value from your chocolate of choice, choose high quality varieties with at least 70% or more cocoa content. ...