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Inflammation is one of the biggest terms or phrases we hear about at our wellness retreats and in our programs. So many people want to focus on reducing inflammation and for good reason. To hep support you with that, we’ve come up with a practical anti-inflammatory meal plan.

The goal of this simple meal plan is to make eating well feel manageable. You don't need an elaborate menu or hours of meal prep to enjoy foods that support your overall health.

We'll focus on a few easy recipes featuring ingredients commonly included in an anti-inflammatory eating pattern, such as oats, berries and other fruit, leafy greens, olive oil, nuts and seeds, beans, and lean protein.

Wellness doesn't have to mean completely overhauling your routine, following a strict meal plan, or adding a dozen new habits to your day. Sometimes it's simply about making a few intentional choices that make taking care of yourself a little easier.

Lately, I had been feeling like I wasn’t as consistent as I wanted to be with my habits. I’ve been busy and have wiggled my way out of the routine I really like to be consistent with. To get back on track, this week, I've been focusing on a handful of simple things to support my wellness. I've done a little meal prep, made time for meditation, incorporated some additional movement, and made a point to stay hydrated and get my steps in.

Nothing particularly complicated, but I'm already noticing a difference in how I feel. Here's what my mini wellness plan looks like this week in case it’s helpful for you to see (and use).

Wellness isn't something that starts and stops, and it's so much more than what you eat or how you move your body. It's woven into the way you live every day: the routines you create, the moments you make time for, the way you care for yourself, and the things that bring you joy.

Sometimes, we get so caught up in our schedules, responsibilities, and to-do lists that we forget to enjoy the little things. We think of wellness as another task to accomplish instead of recognizing that it can be part of the experience of everyday life.

That's where the idea of romanticizing your routines comes in. It's about being more intentional with the little moments, finding ways to make ordinary activities feel special, and creating habits that support your well-being while adding more enjoyment to your day.

Looking for a fresh, flavorful salad that fits into an anti-inflammatory eating pattern? This Creamy Dill Chicken Salad combines tender chicken breast, crisp romaine lettuce, fresh dill, walnuts, and black olives with a creamy homemade dressing made from extra virgin olive oil and apple cider vinegar.

It's a delicious Mediterranean-inspired chicken salad that comes together in about 30 minutes. With lean protein, healthy fats, and plenty of fresh ingredients, it's a satisfying option for lunch or an easy weeknight dinner.

As a health coach and through our wellness retreats, we hear a lot of conversation about reducing inflammation and the role it plays in overall health. From anti-inflammatory diets to supplements and lifestyle changes, it's a topic that comes up frequently. But with so much information out there, it can sometimes be difficult to understand what inflammation actually is, why it matters, and what you can realistically do to support your body.

“If you get one percent better each day for one year, you'll end up thirty-seven times better by the time you're done.” — James Clear

When we decide we want to make a change, it's easy to want everything to happen at once. Whether we're working toward a health and wellness goal, building a business, making a career change, or simply trying to create a different routine, we often want to jump right in and do everything we can to get there faster.

And that makes sense. We have a goal in mind, we're motivated to make it happen, and we want to see results. But sometimes, our desire to change everything all at once can actually make it harder to move forward.

The reality is that meaningful change doesn't always require a complete overhaul of your life. Sometimes, the most valuable thing you can do is focus on getting just 1% better each day.

Movement is about so much more than physical fitness. While we often think about exercise in terms of building strength, improving endurance, or supporting our overall health, the way we move can also influence how we feel mentally and emotionally. At our wellness retreat, we like to incorporate movement in various ways to showcase how movement can be a benefit beyond the typical workout.

Here’s what I want when the weather gets cool or just on a night when I want a delicious, comforting meal - something yummy, healthy but also cheesy and delicious.

So, if you’re like me and you might like this cozy, satisfying dinner that puts a healthy spin on classic Alfredo? This Creamy Alfredo Stuffed Spaghetti Squash is filled with spinach, garlic, fresh herbs, and melty mozzarella, then topped with Parmesan for a golden, cheesy finish.

Made with simple ingredients, this oven-baked spaghetti squash recipe is naturally gluten-free and vegetarian. It's a delicious way to enjoy the comforting flavors of Alfredo without traditional pasta, making it a great option for an easy weeknight dinner.

Let’s be honest: weekends can look very different from the rest of your week. This is a common theme that we hear both from our wellness retreat guests and our coaching clients.

Your schedule changes. You may eat out more. There are dinners, happy hours, birthday parties, travel, family activities, brunch, sleeping in, and maybe a few things you didn’t plan for. That’s normal and these things often pop up especially on weekends.

A healthy lifestyle has to work on the weekends, too.

Most wellness advice comes from people trying to sell you something expensive. A $3,000 wellness makeover, a drawer full of useless supplements, or an app charging $15 a month to play rain noises. It's exhausting. If you're genuinely burnt out, sitting on a mat breathing deeply isn't going to fix your life.

What actually works is much simpler: break your routine and go somewhere else. It doesn't have to be an international flight. Just getting out of your normal zip code forces your brain off autopilot and gives your head room to breathe.