Hi There! I'm Jen!
I help people improve their health by ditching the toxins one day at a time.
Ever heard of Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE)? Neither had I, until it turned my world upside down! Pronouncing it might be just as tricky as living with it. From food getting stuck in my throat to figuring out a completely new way to eat, my journey with EoE has been anything but dull. But guess what? I've found a way to manage it naturally, and I’m here to share my story, tips, and a few laughs along the way. Dive into my blog to learn more about how I’m turning this tough diagnosis into a journey of wellness and empowerment. Read about how my journey with EoE started.
Latest Blog Posts
[VIDEO] My Backyard Garden Tour update | July 2021
https://youtu.be/T1oEoWnln-8 Gardening season is here! There is nothing like heading out to the garden and being able to pick your own fresh organic vegetables. This year my little garden received some improvements that I am so excited for! See how I am creating my garden space on a budget and...
SANTA FE CHICKEN SALAD
https://youtu.be/IOFGru7YLts Print
SANTA FE CHICKEN SALAD
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 3 1x
Ingredients
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- 5 5 oz skinless, boneless chicken breast
- 4 cups mixed greens
- .5 cup canned sweetcorn
- .5 diced red onion (chopped)
- 1 cup baby tomatoes (chopped)
- .5 cup dates (chopped)
- 2 limes
- 1 avocado
Chicken Spice Rub
- 3/4 tsp paprika
- 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/4 tsp powdered garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp powdered onion powder
- 1/4 tsp dried thyme
- 1/4 tsp ground allspice
- 1/8 tsp salt and pepper
Dressing
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 tsp honey or agave
- 1 garlic clove (crushed)
- 1 tbsp chopped coriander leaf
- pinch Salt & Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the BBQ grill.
- Mix the chicken rub spices together in a small bowl. Rub on both sides of the chicken breasts with a spoon or with your hands.
- Place the chicken on the grill for 5-8 minutes on each side. The chicken is done when the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- While the chicken is cooking put 2 cups of greens into two separate bowls. Chop the onion, dates and baby tomatoes and divide equally into each bowl. Drain and rinse the sweetcorn from the can and measure out ¼ cup for each bowl.
- Slice the avocado in half, remove the pit, peel off skin and slice. Cut the lime in ½ and squeeze the juice onto the avocados to stop them from browning.
- To make the dressing, finely chop the coriander and garlic. Juice the limes to measure out ⅛ of a cup. Mix the oil, lime juice, garlic, coriander and honey, and season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Slice the cooked chicken and place on top of the salad. Pour the dressing over the two bowls. Serve immediately with an extra lime wedge and some fresh coriander.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: dinner, lunch, Salad
[VIDEO] My Garden Tour 2021 | How I keep my chickens out of the garden | VLOG
https://youtu.be/RZe9RS4xglA I'm so excited for Garden season. This year my little garden received some improvements that I am so excited for! See how I am creating my garden space on a budget. Gate: https://www.lowes.com/pd/No-Dig-Common-3-ft-x-4-ft-Actual-3-ft-x-4-ft-Powder-Coated-Steel-Pressed-Point-Decorative-Metal-Fence-Gate/3054905 #gardentour #smallgardener
[VIDEO] How I made an indoor grow light garden set up on the cheap 2021
https://youtu.be/CYIwYk_dXCU There are so many great pretty grow light systems out there but they are so expensive and not in my budget so here is what I did to create my own. Autoimmune Strategies Summit - https://autoimmunestrategies.com/ 🌿 Video Sections: 0:00 Intro 4:30 Tour of Indoor grow light system...
How To Plan A Garden, The Digital Way!
https://youtu.be/mNzg-2WpzF0 Since I have an autoimmune disease, I try and eat mostly organic. If you’ve ever purchased organic produce, you know that it can be expensive so growing your own can save you money. Over the past few years, I have also come to love the gardening experience. In the...
Making pancakes healthy and fun!
Next Sunday morning try out these healthy and fun natural color pancakes. So easy! Print
Healthy Green Pancakes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
Ingredients
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- 1 3/4 cups Almond Milk (or any milk of your choice)
- 1 egg
- 1 ripe banana, coarsely chopped
- 3 oz spinach
- 2 cups self-rising flour (I used Namaste)
- 1/4 cup coconut sugar
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 1/4 cup coconut yogurt to serve
- 1 cup seasonal fruit, to serve
Instructions
- Place the milk, egg, banana and spinach into a blender and blitz until smooth.
- Combine the flour, sugar and baking soda in a large bowl. Make a well in the centre, and add the smoothie mixture. Whisk until well combined and a smooth batter has formed. Cover and set aside for 30 minutes to rest.
- Heat a large non-stick frying pan over medium-low heat and brush it with a little coconut oil. Pour ¼ cup (60ml) of the batter into the pan, and cook for 1-2 minutes or until bubbles appear on the surface. Then flip the pancake and cook for a further 1 minute on the other side, or until lightly coloured. Repeat this process with the remaining batter to make 16 pancakes.
- Divide the pancakes among the serving plates (4 per serving). Top with yogurt and fruit to serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
Nutrition
- Calories: 398
- Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 86
- Fiber: 14
- Protein: 7
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