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Tuna Salad with Kale & Avocado

This recipe is a powerhouse of wellness, combining heart-healthy fats from olive oil, avocado, and tuna that support balanced cholesterol levels and reduce inflammation, with a rich supply of vitamins A, C, and K to boost immune function, nourish skin, and strengthen bones. At the same time, fiber-packed ingredients like kale, celery, and avocado promote digestive health, support a balanced gut, and help maintain steady blood sugar levels—making this dish both nutrient-dense and deeply supportive of overall well-being.

Ingredients:
  • 2 tbsps Mayonnaise
  • 1 Lemon (medium, juiced, divided)
  • Sea Salt & Black Pepper (to taste)
  • 1 can Tuna (drained)
  • 1 stalk Celery (diced)
  • 2 tbsps Cilantro (chopped)
  • 3 cups Kale Leaves (stems removed, chopped)
  • 1 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 tbsps Nutritional Yeast
  • 1/2 Avocado (medium, sliced)
Instructions:
  1. In a bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, half of the lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Add the tuna, celery, and cilantro and stir well to combine.
  2. In another bowl, add the chopped kale, oil, and the remaining lemon juice. Massage the kale with your hands to soften it, then add the nutritional yeast and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Divide the tuna mixture, kale salad, and avocado evenly between plates. Enjoy!

Roasted Sweet Potato with Lentils and Cabbage

Roasted Sweet Potato with Lentils and Cabbage
This nourishing recipe combines sweet potatoes, lentils, and cabbage to deliver a powerhouse of vitamins, minerals, and heart-healthy benefits. Packed with dietary fiber, it supports healthy digestion and helps maintain stable blood sugar levels, while extra virgin olive oil adds inflammation-fighting monounsaturated fats for optimal heart health. Sweet potatoes shine in the luteal phase, helping to support progesterone, stabilize mood, and balance blood sugar, while lentils are ideal in the follicular and menstrual phases, replenishing iron stores, supporting ovulation, and promoting balanced estrogen. Together, these ingredients create a nutrient-dense, cycle-supportive dish that fuels your body from the inside out.

Ingredients:
  • 1 Sweet Potato (large)
  • 1 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil (divided)
  • 1 Garlic (clove, minced)
  • 1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1 1/2 tsps Tomato Paste
  • 1/2 cup Dry Red Lentils (rinsed)
  • 1 1/2 cups Vegetable Broth (plus more if needed)
  • Sea Salt & Black Pepper (to taste)
  • 1 cup Savoy Cabbage (shredded)
  • 1/2 Lemon (juiced)
  • 2 tbsps Cilantro (chopped, plus extra for garnish)
Instructions:
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Pierce the sweet potato a few times with a fork, brush it with half of the oil, and place it on the baking sheet. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes or until cooked through.
  2. Meanwhile, heat the remaining oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the garlic, paprika, and tomato paste, stir, and cook for one minute until fragrant. Add the lentils and broth and season with salt and pepper. Stir and bring to a simmer.
  3. Cover and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes or until the lentils are cooked. Check occasionally and add more broth if necessary.
  4. In a bowl, mix together the cabbage, lemon juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper.
  5. Slice the sweet potato down the middle and divide evenly between plates. Use a fork to lightly mash the flesh and sprinkle with salt. Top the sweet potato evenly with cooked lentils, cabbage, cilantro, and enjoy!
2 servings

Chickpea and Tahini Sesame Chopped Salad

Chickpea and Tahini Sesame Chopped Salad
This recipe is packed with mixed greens, chickpeas, and colorful vegetables, offering a rich blend of vitamins and minerals to support overall wellness. The chickpeas, cucumbers, and carrots add a boost of fiber for better digestion and balanced blood sugar, while the chickpeas and tahini provide plant-based protein to fuel your body and support muscle health—all in a simple, satisfying meal.

Ingredients:
  • 2 tbsps Coconut Aminos
  • 1 tbsp Tahini
  • 2 tsps Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 2 tbsps Nutritional Yeast
  • 2 tbsps Water (as needed to thin)
  • 1/2 Cucumber (large, chopped)
  • 1 Carrot (medium, peeled, chopped)
  • 2 cups Mixed Greens (chopped)
  • 1 cup Cauliflower Rice (thawed)
  • 1/2 cup Chickpeas (cooked)
  • 1 tbsp Everything Bagel Seasoning
Instructions:
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, tahini, vinegar, and nutritional yeast. Add the water a little at a time until the dressing reaches your desired consistency.
  2. Add the cucumber, carrot, mixed greens, cauliflower rice, chickpeas, and everything bagel seasoning. Toss well to coat all the ingredients evenly.
  3. Divide evenly between bowls or plates and enjoy!



Flourless Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

Flourless Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
This recipe offers a variety of health benefits thanks to its nutrient-rich ingredients. Organic peanut butter provides healthy fats that support heart health by promoting balanced cholesterol levels and lowering the risk of cardiovascular disease. The combination of carbohydrates and healthy fats delivers a steady source of energy, making it an excellent choice for a pre-workout snack or a mid-day boost. Additionally, the inclusion of dark chocolate chips adds antioxidants, which help fight oxidative stress, reduce inflammation, and support overall wellness.

Ingredients:
  • 1 Egg
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1/2 tsp Sea Salt
  • 1 cup Organic Peanut Butter (runny)
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda
  • 3/4 cup Dark Chocolate Chips
Instructions:
  1. Whisk the egg and brown sugar well in a large bowl until smooth. Add the salt, peanut butter, and baking soda and mix until combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
  2. Transfer the cookie dough mixture to the fridge for ten minutes.
  3. Preheat the oven to 350ºF (175ºC) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  4. Scoop one tablespoon of dough per cookie and form it into a ball. Place the ball on the baking sheet and flatten it with a fork, leaving some space between cookies. Use another baking sheet or bake in batches if needed.
  5. Bake in the oven for 10 to 11 minutes. Let the cookies cool for 10 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack for another five minutes. Enjoy!


Lemony Collagen Yogurt Bowl

Lemony Collagen Yogurt Bowl
This recipe supports your body in multiple ways: unsweetened coconut yogurt delivers probiotics that promote a healthy gut and balanced digestion, collagen powder may boost skin elasticity and hydration for a youthful glow, and antioxidant-rich blueberries help fight oxidative stress, reducing inflammation and supporting long-term health.

Ingredients:
  • 1 cup Unsweetened Coconut Yogurt
  • 2/3 oz Collagen Powder
  • 1/2 Lemon (medium, juiced, zested)
  • 1 tsp Maple Syrup
  • 2 tbsps Cashew Butter
  • 1/2 cup Blueberries
  • 1 tsp Hemp Seeds
Instructions:
  1. In a bowl, combine the yogurt, collagen, lemon juice, lemon zest, and maple syrup.
  2. Top with cashew butter, blueberries, and hemp seeds. Enjoy!
1 serving
 
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Meet Leah Negrin

 
I am a bold, beautiful, sometimes timid, usually happy, essential oil, nutrition junkie. Although at 39 I feel as if I've had several careers over a lifetime (or at least sometimes when I look back at my resume that is what shines through). I've been a paralegal, an office manager, an administrative assistant, worked in commercial lending and have finally landed on nutrition.

My journey to nutrition started many years ago when my sister was diagnosed with celiac disease and food had to change for the family. From there, along my own health journey I’ve helped people not only figure out what to eat but how to do it so that it can work for them sustainably. For almost seven years I’ve been counseling people on their nutrition and weight loss journeys. 

Finally getting some sunshine in Southern California *Photo credit  Brittany Hassett 

I am knowledgeable about what purpose food serves your body and I focus on finding sustainable options when it comes to food; this also led to my love of essential oils. I had the opportunity to attend a workshop where a registered dietitian spoke about using essential oils in her practice to help her patients. I was floored. I knew that #plantsheal but I didn't realize that others in the 'conventional' medical community thought that as well!! Learning that it was possible to incorporate these magical little bottles gave me a huge sense of hope.


Alina, myself and Caitlin (oily bffs) *Photo credit Anne Negrin

 
As I learned more about these oils I was diagnosed with increased intestinal permeability or as many of us know it, leaky gut. Leaky gut has been around for quite awhile but many of us are just learning what this is or why this is even more common these days than ever before. Many issues can be related to leaky gut including autoimmune diseases. Receiving this diagnosis just led me down a path further to learn about nutrition and how to best serve my body and take care of myself.


Enjoying a vegan ice cream cone in Budapest! *Photo credit to Michelle Owen 

Since birthing our sweet baby boy at home earlier this year I’ve been incredibly passionate about helping other women too who are pregnant and new mothers with their nutrition. Eating healthy for your pregnant body and your postpartum self is a game changer for both mother and baby.

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