Do you go overboard on carbs this time of year? Between gatherings, parties & Christmas cookies it’s easy to do! For this reason, I try to keep my condiments & sauces lower in starch & sugar to help balance my plate. This Gravy is a go-to for me – it’s perfectly creamy, low in carbs & downright delicious!

Did you know that 70-80% of our immune cells live in our gut? This is why it’s key to keep our gut microbiome thriving & happy. An easy & delicious way to support both your gut health & immune system this holiday is to have your turkey with my Spiced Low-Carb Cranberry Sauce! This sauce is sweetened with orange & stevia instead of sugar (which suppresses our immune system). And cinnamon & ginger add a warm festive flavour. It’s incredibly easy to make & tastes way better than store bought!

I find greens like kale, swiss chard & cabbage taste boring. I know they’re detoxification & gut health superstars. They’re full of fiber, antioxidants, vitamins & minerals. But I won’t eat things I don’t like. I discovered this butter after much trial & error. And it was worth the effort! I now LOVE greens when I top them with this butter. It’s savoury with the perfect amount of umami mixed in. Some things are just better with butter!

Looking for ways to use fresh tomatoes when they’re at their peak? Pico de Gallo is one of the easiest and most delicious seasonal tomato recipes you can make. This fresh salsa is loaded with antioxidants, fiber, and gut-friendly nutrients - making it a perfect choice if you’re looking for healthy recipes with tomatoes that also support digestion, reduce inflammation, and even ease menopause symptoms.

Not sure what to do with that big bunch of parsley? Make chimichurri! This is my favourite topping for grilled meats & fish. You can also use it as a dressing for veggies & salads. It’s easy, adds flavour & brightness to a meal.

Conventional mayo contains canola oil & soybean oil. These are highly inflammatory oils that have been linked to obesity, diabetes, anxiety & depression, amongst other issues. This is why I make my own mayo. You can get good quality avocado oil mayo at the grocery store, but I find it pricey (plus I prefer my homemade mayo!).

This healthy topping is unbelievably easy to make & very satisfying.