The Nourished Belly, Holistic Health and Nutrition Coaching

I had a LOT of help making this cutting board, and it came out gorgeous! We used the end pieces of white oak, which when glued together is stronger than just a flat board. When washing, we wet both sides to keep the board from warping and dry immediately. . As with anything handmade, whether it’s the food you order at a restaurant or the scarf that your mom knitted, it’s illuminating to see how much work and skill goes into making beautiful things. With your purchase, you are paying for materials, labor, and expertise. Please support your local artists! Thanks to @paultaylor_art for making this with me. . #handmadewithlove #artistsoninstagram #cookingathome #woodworking #wood #kitchen

It’s time. Is anyone else letting their sugar cravings get the best of them? I know that this challenge, led with another amazing nutrition professional @healthcoachmichelle is helpful for me every time I do it. It’s a challenging yet profound act that makes a really big difference in taking back your health from sugar, which let’s be real, is a drug. You can join at a pace that’s unique to you, we will do it together as a group, and you have 10 days to learn and get ins...pired around cooking healthy real foods. . $69 for former challengers $89 for new challengers $69 if you register with a friend . Register through my bio . #sugarchallenge #2021 #healthylifestyle See more

Words from Sandor Katz: Fermented foods are not THE secret to health and longevity. Nor is exercise, nor a curious mind, nor an open heart, nor a wholesome diet, nor inner contentment, nor sexual bliss, nor regular bowel movements, nor restful sleep. But each of these, along with a innumerable other factors, influences the overall state of our well-being. And fermented foods are part of the picture. . What I love about this quote is its realistic measured holistic approach.... I read a LOT of nutrition books, and while valuable, often they make you believe that going gluten free or eating paleo will fix all your problems. There’s no magic pill for health. It’s so tempting to want it, I get it. Holistic Health is the sum value of all the little things you do throughout your day, over the course of your life. . It’s the same for creating change. Going on a crazy detox for one week a year isn’t going to make much difference, but if you incorporate small changes week by week, you’ll get to a place that feels manageable and strong. . . . #smallchanges #healthyhabits #sandorkatz #ferments #holisitichealth #nourishedbellyliving #nutrition #nutritioncoach See more

Hydration Test! Quick easy test you can do anywhere. Great ways to increase hydration are to drink some yummy herbal teas, add some cucumber or strawberries to your water, and find a fun water bottle. Most importantly carry water with you when you leave the house! Your water bottle is a staple of staying hydrated throughout the day. It can follow you around the house too :) . . . .... #healthytips #hydration #hydrationtest #drinkwater #healthyliving #nourishedbellyliving See more

Folks! Capoeira Beginner Series is starting next week! Would be perfect for people who are looking to move in different ways, be socially distant outside or online (we are offering both!), and meet new folks! Check out eastbaycapoeiracenter.com . . . #capoeira #oaklandcapoeira #fitness #tradition #womenled #capoeirafeminina #oaklandbusiness #WOC #wocled

Gardeners and farmers! Does anyone know what I should do about this? I’ve had a few peppers fall before they were ripe already and it’s SO sad. There are a few bugs around, nothing that looks like a lot, and have used a little neem oil. . . . #appreciateyourfarmers #backyardgardening #urbangarden #oaklandgarden

Had to stop by @brasilartscafe in Santa Barbara to get the legit Brazilian treats.....Thanks CM Chin for the snacks! Can’t wait to be able to play Capoeira together again. Plus they care about sourcing so they are after my own heart! . . . #capoeirafriends #goodeats #healthyeating #roadtrip

Gazpacho. Simple, delicious, nutritious :). . . . @eggsandpeas this is for you :) ... . . . #DIYhealth #DIY #nutrition #quarantinecooking #realhealth #healthyrecipes See more

We are making gazpacho today, a refreshing soup originating in Spain. Now is the time to make this, while it’s hot out, and all the ingredients are still in season. Enjoy and comment if you have some fun versions...you can also find this recipe on my website: thenourishedbelly.com/recipes . . Recipe (ish) ... 2 cups tomatoes 1 large cucumber 1 red pepper 1 handful basil 2 cloves garlic 1 T balsamic vinegar 1 T extra virgin olive oil Sea salt to taste Water to thin in case . Place everything in a blender! Blend. Taste. Add things. Have fun! Let sit in fridge overnight for more melding of flavors if desired. . . #quarantinecooking #diy #nutrition #nutritioncoach #healthylifestyle #gazpacho #takebackyourhealth #oaklandhealers

We are moving to a an online workshop series format with Saúde! We start this Saturday with Broderick Rodell, an angoleiro/yogi, who will teach us how meditation can be a tool do deal with these stressful times. I’ve learned a lot from him and I’m excited to share his gifts with the world! Broderickrodell.com . . Full series: $60-100 Single workshop:$15-25 ... Venmo: @thenourishedbelly Full scholarships available. . . . . #meditation #selfcare #nowisthetime #broderickrodell #sauderetreat #health #stressmanagement See more

Awe jeez.... I know I’m not the only one who can’t stop their eyes from leaking and it’s not just from the smoke outside. This made me feel a whole lot better... thanks to @mamusemusic for this beautiful apt song and thanks to @laurinhaxb for always bringing music when it’s needed. . . . .... #letssing #fuckthisshit #sing #musicheals #mamuse #harmony #socialdistancesinging See more

Foam Rolling is one of the most important self care tools we have. Come see what I’m sharing at Saúde! and learn a quick effective technique for releasing those tight calves. Big ups to @remedybarre for sharing their knowledge with me. . . . .... #foamroller #holistichealth #sauderetreat #saúde #myofacialrelease #selfcare #selfmassage #healthylifestyle #thenourishedbellyliving See more

To anyone that is interested in health! This is a curated health experience with my own health mentors, plus I get to share foam rolling techniques that I’ve learned @remedybarre! Sliding scale $60-100 for the weekend and there are 10 full scholarships available. Half proceeds will be donated to a health nonprofit, half go to paying presenters. Link in bio! Here’s the TENTATIVE schedule: . . . Sat Sept 5th (times in PST)... 9 am Fostering Resiliency through Meditation with Broderick Rodell . 10:30 am Yoga: Music/body connection in Movement Practice with Tako Oda @takooda . Sunday Sept 6th 1 pm Movement Anatomy with Nuria Latifa Bowart @nuriabowart 2:30 pm Optimizing Heath and Nutrition during Transformative Times with Molly Lee @energizing.nutrition . 4 pm Foam Rolling for Myofacial Release with Tammy Chang

Making pesto is a simple process that can add variety to any meal. Plus it’s mix and match! Here’s a recipe from my book, The Nourished Belly Diet. 2 c leafy herb 3/4 c extra virgin olive oil 2/3 c nuts ... 2-3 cloves garlic 1/2 tsp sea salt Juice of one lemon Combine everything and blend! Taste and adjust accordingly. Refrigerate in a jar for up to a week or freeze for later use! . . . . . #thenourishedbellydiet #quarantinecooking #DIY #feedyourbody #nutritionist #holisticnutrition #truehealth

It’s simple to make your own sauerkraut! Add some happy bacteria to your gut. Grab a cabbage, a quart or pint size mason jar, some sea salt, kitchen towel, rubber band, and knife and big bowl. That’s it! #DIY #sauerkraut #thenourishedbelly #quarantinecooking #Homecooking