Zucchini is a wonderful source of vitamin B6, magnesium, and vitamin C, all critical to adrenal health such as stress management, making & metabolizing hormones, and good sleep!
Ingredients
-3 cups zucchini, chopped
-3 garlic cloves (or 1 TBSP garlic powder)
-3 TBSP tahini
-1 TBSP ground flaxseed
-1 TBSP olive oil
-1 tsp cumin
-1 tsp Himalayan sea salt
All these greens make our liver (aka one of our most important detox organs, think also detoxing extra, & exogenous hormones) super happy!
Ingredients
-1 large handful of organic mixed greens
-1/2 zucchini, chopped
-1/2 avocado
-2 organic celery stalks, chopped
-1 scoop of allergen friendly protein powder
Quinoa is an ancient grain (gluten free) with the highest amount of protein, which is important for balanced hormones, and especially avoiding those 3pm crashes, aka blood sugar swings.
Ingredients
-1 cup quinoa, dry
-1/2 cup arugula, chopped
-1/4 cup pine nuts
-1 lemon, juiced
-1 large clove of garlic, crushed
-3 TBSP extra virgin olive oil
-1 tsp Himalayan sea salt
Pumpkin is rich in fiber (great for gut health, binding up extra hormones) and vitamin C (food for our adrenal glands- stress management and hormone production), with a thick texture that also tells our brain we're satiated!
Ingredients
-1/2 cup pumpkin puree
-1 large handful of organic mixed greens
-1/3 cup organic mixed berries
-2 TBSP ground flaxseed
-1/2 cup unsweetened coconut, hemp, cashew, or almond milk
-1 scoop of allergen friendly protein powder
-1 tsp of each: cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg
Full of protein, fiber, & healthy fats, these lettuce wraps will leave you satisfied on so may levels! Especially with the tanginess of the fruit!
Ingredients
-4 large leaves of organic lettuce
-2 cups of chicken, chopped and cooked
-1 large ripe organic peach, chopped
-1 clementine, peeled, chopped
-1/2 cup organic celery, chopped
-1/2 cup almonds, sliced
-1/4 cup carrots, chopped
-1/8 cup onion, diced
-A few pinches of Himalayan sea salt
-4 TBSP extra virgin olive oil
Have fun with your food as you're also taking in a boatload of nutrients imperative for balancing hormones!
Ingredients
-2 sweet potatoes
-1 ripe avocado, diced
-2 tsp fresh lime juice
-1/4 tsp shallot, finely chopped
-2 tsp crushed walnuts
Chickpeas & quinoa (gluten free grain with the highest amount of protein) make a complete protein, a great option for both vegetarian (or vegan) and non-vegetarians alike!
Ingredients
-1/2 cup cooked quinoa (1/2 dry: 1 cup water)
-1 cup water or broth of your choice
-1/4 tsp ground cumin
-1/3 cup thinly sliced swiss chard
-1/4 cup shaved carrots
-1/2 cup canned chickpeas
-1 TBSP cilantro
-a few pinches of Himalayan sea salt
Paleo bread has never tasted so good!! Grain free & dairy free, enjoy this flavorful variety that's full of fiber (great for gut & hormonal health) and minerals.
Ingredients
-1/4 cup ground golden flax or brown flax seeds
-1/4 cup ground chia seeds
-1/2 cup almond milk
-1 TBSP apple cider vinegar
-1 tsp baking powder
-1/2 tsp Himalayan sea salt
-2 cups almond flour (finely ground almond meal)
-1/2 cup black olives (chopped)
-2 TBSP fresh rosemary (finely chopped)
-3/4 cup chopped walnuts
-Optional: basil, chives, oregano, garlic
Boost metabolism, balance those hormones, all while satisfying your gut (and gut health)!
Ingredients
-1 cup mixed greens
-1/2 cup lightly steamed kale
-1/2 avocado, sliced
-1 tangerine
-1/3 cup sauteed onions & mushroom
-5 chopped Brazil nuts
-sprinkle of sesame seeds
-pinch of Himalayan Sea salt
The liver is one of the most underrated organs, super important for detox and especially hormone balance.
Ingredients
-organic mixed greens
-lightly steamed broccoli
-artichokes (if bought frozen, can heat up or let defrost in refrigerator
-avocado
-chopped carrots
-sliced apples
-diced up garlic clove
-olive oil
-pinch of himalayan sea salt
A healthy dip?! Oh it's possible!
Ingredients
-14 oz artichoke hearts
-3 cups baby spinach, chopped, then steamed for a few minutes while still vibrant green
-1/2 white onion, minced
-6 cloves garlic, minced
-5 thick slices of bacon, cut into small pieces
-1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk (look for BPA free can)
-Himalayan sea salt
Fabulous summer soup, rich in healthy fats, plus vitamins and minerals
Ingredients
-2 avocados
-2 1/2 cucumbers, peeled (1/2 chopped up for garnish)
-2-3 limes for juicing
-1/2 cup chopped mint, plus whole mint leaves for garnish
-Black pepper
-Himalayan sea salt
Vegetables for waffles?? You're so rebellious!
Ingredients
-2 cups rolled oats
-2.5 cups water
-1 cup cooked sweet potato or yam (about 2 medium size)
-2 handfuls of organic mixed greens
-1 ripe banana
-2 TBSP maple syrup
-1/2 tsp sodium-free baking powder
-1/4 tsp cinnamon
-1/4 tsp sea salt
-1 tsp vanilla extract
-1 TBSP coconut oil or Olive oil spray
Interested in adding in lots of vegetables?? Of course you are! Make as much or as little as you like!
Ingredients
-chopped up chicken
-organic butter leaf lettuce
-baby carrots, or carrot sticks
-chopped up celery
-1/2 avocado, sliced
-zucchini, sliced thinly lengthwise
-snow peas
-sundried tomatoes
-chopped onion
-Himalayan sea salt
-olive oil
How would you like an easy, healthy on-the-go meal? This dish takes about 5 minutes to prepare, and about 45 minutes to bake. Consider making in a pyrex, so then you can just cover it and go!
For a 1 person serving
-3 eggs (organic, grass fed, pasteurized)
-your own medley of fresh or frozen vegetables (e.g. sundried tomatoes, string beans, kale, swiss chard, chopped onion, broccoli, cauliflower, carrot- gives it a nice sweet taste)
-season with garlic, oregano and/or basil
-1/4 avocado
Rich in healthy fats, and sunflower seeds super important especially in the second half your menses, this is definitely great for hormone health!
Ingredients for an 8 ounce serving
-4 oz olive oil
-2 oz freshly peeled garlic cloves
-2 oz basil
-2 tablespoons of sunflower seeds (optional)
-1/3 avocado (optional- creates a creamy texture)
Pumpkin has some powerful health perks- it can boost mood, protect skin, aid in weight loss, and improve the immune system. Enjoy your pumpkin latte year round by replacing harmful artificial sugars and syrups, with natural anti-inflammatory ingredients.
Ingredients for a 1 person serving
-1/4 cup canned or fresh pumpkin
-8 oz organic coffee
-1-2 TBSP coconut oil
-1 TBSP cinnamon
-1 TBSP ginger
-1 TBSP nutmeg
Your body will feel so fabulous after so many vegetables, healthy fats and protein combo. Your hormones will thank you too. Who knew... mushroom caps as 'pizza'?!
Ingredients for a 1 person serving
-1 large portabella mushrooms, separate stems
-protein (cooked meat, poultry, fish, beans, etc.)
-tomato sauce, or fresh chopped garlic + olive oil for base
-chopped carrots, onion, chives, basil, and stems
-1/2 cup spinach/ kale/ chard
-avocado slices
Nourish the many organ systems that are involved in hormone production & metabolism all at once through this delicious smoothie!
Ingredients for a 1 person serving
-1 large handful of organic greens
-1/4 avocado
-1/2 cup of an organic berry mix, or any organic berry
-1-2 TBSP of ground flaxseed
-consider a sprinkle of raw cacao nibs
-1 serving of allergen friendly protein powder (gluten free, vegan)
While kale by itself is goitrogenic (can hinder thyroid hormone production), even cooking it slightly/exposure to heat helps inhibit those compounds where you can have it's full nutrient value and know your thyroid is gonna be fine!
Ingredients for a 2 person serving
-2 bunches of kale
-2 tablespoons (TBSP) of olive oil or coconut oil
-few pinches of himalayan sea salt