Food & wellness for women with chronic pain. Be inspired to take charge of YOUR health and wellness through a holistic lifestyle approach.
Spontaneous Ideas An idea sparked this week while I was at the grocery store. I saw a bag of cauliflower rice staring at me. I instantly thought of making cauliflower fried rice. I picked up a bag and made the dish that evening. It was so yummy! Let’s get to the recipe. Cauliflower Fried Rice […]
Pain, the Everyday Teacher There have been many days when I envisioned a very productive day but hardly did anything because I wasn’t feeling well. Experiencing that repeatedly has been a constant reminder to be gentle and give myself lots of love and grace. Over time, it’s become a bit easier to accept that it’s […]
What is Raita? Raita is an Indian yogurt condiment that reminds me of tzatziki, a Mediterranean yogurt sauce. Raita can be paired with any Indian dish, like curries and naan. It’s simple and quick and oh-so-delicious! Raita Recipe Kitchen Equipment Cooking Instructions Happy cooking, FS x
2023 Updates It’s Pain Awareness Month. Here’s an update on my pain journey. Recently, I’ve reflected on my first encounter with pain. It began during early childhood. I recall I could not lie or sleep on the floor without my lower back hurting unless I bent my knees. I never addressed it with a doctor. […]
Fall is Around the Corner! Reflecting on the upcoming fall season, I think about maple (leaves), pecans, and the beautiful fall foliage. This is a perfect recipe to welcome autumn in a few weeks. Chronic Pain & Refined Sugars September is Pain Awareness Month. This dairy-free ice cream recipe is delicious and healthy because it […]
What’s “Dirty Dozen” and “Clean Fifteen?” The Environmental Working Group (EWG) releases an annual list titled “Dirty Dozen” and “Clean Fifteen” to help consumers make informed choices about their produce purchases. The goal is to help people minimize their exposure to pesticides. The data is based on the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the […]
Refreshing Kicker? Need a cool drink during the dead of summer? This healthy smoothie recipe will not only be invigorating but spicy hot! You’ll see why in the recipe below. Strawbananalicious Smoothie Recipe Yields: 16-20 fluid ounces Kitchen Equipment Production Steps Cheers, FS x
Maui <3 It’s been one week since the Maui wildfires. I’m saddened, and my prayers are with the people affected by the fires. A spirit of gratitude goes out to the first responders and emergency personnel working tirelessly around the clock during this disaster. Maui has always held a special place in my heart. It’s […]
Sorbet Aha Moment! I recently made my first sorbet and discovered how simple it was. The recipe below can be used as a template for any fruit sorbet. Blueberry-Lime Sorbet Recipe Yields: 3-5 servings Kitchen Equipment Cooking Instructions Sorbet vs. Sherbet For as long as I can remember, I used sorbet and sherbet interchangeably. It […]
First Ever Cooking Class I was privileged to host three cooking demonstration classes in a beautiful demo kitchen at my workplace for a Self-Care Workshop event on the 21st of July. This pasta was one of the dishes featured in the class. The attendees were amazed at how quick and straightforward it was to make. […]
