Prep time: 10 minutesTotal time: 15 minutesDifficulty: easy Just in time for summer this cucumber, watermelon refresher drink is a perfect healthy companion for your summer pool and lake trips! Ingredients 16 oz Lime sparkling water2 Cucumbers, sliced1/4 Watermelon, diced1 Lime, slicedCubed ice, as desired Directions Dice watermelon, peel cucumber and slice, then add bothContinueContinue reading “Cucumber Watermelon Refresher”
Author Archives: Kelli Yates, RDN, LD, CLT
15 Minute Burrito Bowl
Prep time: 5 minutesCook time: 15 minutesDifficulty: easy Dinner doesn’t have to be complicated! This burrito bowl is outrageously delicious and takes no time to make. Feel free to customize it with your own veggie mix and substitute any meat you like! Ingredients 1lb of beef or chicken1 bunch of cilantro, chopped2 bell peppers, diced1ContinueContinue reading “15 Minute Burrito Bowl”
Migraine-Friendly Ginger Turmeric Tonic
Prep time: 5 minutesCook time: 10 minutesDifficulty: moderateServes: 3 The infamous ginger turmeric tonic! This drink is perfect to keep in the fridge for daily use and can help keep levels of inflammation low. Ginger and turmeric are both powerful antioxidants with the potential to lower pain levels, and this drink contains therapeutic doses ofContinueContinue reading “Migraine-Friendly Ginger Turmeric Tonic”
Tart Cherry Nightcap Mocktail
Prep time: 5 minutesCook time: 20 minutesDifficulty: moderate This fun mocktail is the perfect way to end your day! Tart cherry helps support a health circadian rhythm and natural melatonin production. Rosemary contains polyphenols that support brain health and can even improve memory! Ingredients For ginger simple syrup: 2 cups sugar2 cups water3 sprigs ofContinueContinue reading “Tart Cherry Nightcap Mocktail”
Ginger Apple Fizz Mocktail
Prep time: 5 minutesCook time: 20 minutesDifficulty: moderate This mocktail is perfect for holidays and even has some benefits for migraine! Ginger has been studied for its ability to manage pain and nausea associated with migraine. It’s a potent antioxidant and anti inflammatory root. Cinnamon has been studied for its ability to manage blood sugarContinueContinue reading “Ginger Apple Fizz Mocktail”
4 Seasons Massaged Kale Salad
Prep time: 5-10 minutesCook time: n/aDifficulty: easy This salad is our favorite way to eat kale! The act of massaging the salad dressing into the leaves makes the kale soft and tender. I add different toppings depending on the season – try all four to find your favorite! Base Salad Ingredients 1 large head ofContinueContinue reading “4 Seasons Massaged Kale Salad”
Warm Citrus, Maple, and Ginger Tonic
Prep time: 5 minutesCook time: 5 minutesDifficulty: easy Perfect for a chilly day, this warm tonic has ginger to help reduce migraine pain and nausea – plus it’s tasty too! Enjoy it warm or stick it in the fridge for an iced version. Ingredients 1.5 cups water1/2 inch piece of ginger, sliced1 clementine, peeled1 tspContinueContinue reading “Warm Citrus, Maple, and Ginger Tonic”
PB&J Oats
Prep time: 5 minutesCook time: 1.5 minutesDifficulty: easy This is one of my go-to breakfasts when I’m tired of eggs. The key to this recipe? The peanut butter! Adding peanut butter provides with fat and protein needed to balance out the carbohydrate-heavy oats, which will prevent crazy blood sugar spikes and dips. Ingredients 1/3 cupContinueContinue reading “PB&J Oats”
Citrus Electrolyte Drink
Prep time: 5 minutesCook time: n/aDifficulty: easy We all know that staying hydrated is important … but sometimes water is just boring! This electrolyte drink is tasty and functional. It contains electrolytes like sodium and potassium as well as a little bit of sugar to help push the electrolytes into your cells. Sip on it throughout theContinueContinue reading “Citrus Electrolyte Drink”
Easy Green Smoothie
Prep time: 5-10 minutesCook time: n/aDifficulty: easy This smoothie is perfect for days when you’re feeling headachy and need something quick and easy to fill your belly. Try sprinkling shredded coconut or granola on top for added crunch! Ingredients 1 handful of greens1 pear or other fruit1/2 a lemon, squeezed1/2 inch piece of ginger1 scoopContinueContinue reading “Easy Green Smoothie”