Trauma, Disease, and How to Find Peace

Ep 105: Trauma is shown to cause a 60% increase in risk of developing an autoimmune disease. On this quick solo episode I chat about my experience lately with discovering past trauma and how to go about finding peace. Topics: my experience with past trauma…

Basil and Kale Pesto

It’s that time of the year – beautiful fresh basil. This recipe combines a few of my favorites, basil and kale, to create a fresh pesto perfect for pasta, pizza, or simply with crackers. Why is basil so wonderful? It’s of course delicious, but it…

Mushroom Walnut Pâté

Have you noticed that mushrooms are having a moment? They seem to be on everyone’s radar and not just the medicinal ones (reishi, lion’s mane, etc). I, for one, am happy about it. I’m also elated that I actually like mushrooms. As a kid I…

Sautéed Leeks and Potatoes

This recipe of sautéed leeks and potatoes is extremely simple and comforting. I’ve never been a leek person exactly. Not because I didn’t want to be, but because I’d never really had the opportunity to try them. What is a leek? Leeks are in the…