Sharing a copycat recipe for one of my favorite restaurant salads of all time: the Tuscan Kale Sald from True Food Kitchen. 

Hi friends! How are you? I hope you’re having a lovely morning so far. Today, I’m heading to F45 and the chiropractor (bless it) and then we’re meeting up with friends for pizza and bowling.

For today’s post, I wanted to share one of my all-time favorite simple salad recipes.

If you’ve ever dined at True Food Kitchen, you know the magic that happens when fresh, seasonal ingredients are combined with intentional flavors and a wellness-focused approach. It’s one of my favorite spots for a casual meal out, especially because their menu is filled with gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options that are flavorful and nutritious. They prioritize nutrient-dense produce from organic growers and it’s a frequently spot for us. 😉 One of the first dishes I ever ordered there was the True Food Kitchen Tuscan kale salad, and I’ve been hooked ever since.

This isn’t your average sad side salad. The True Food Tuscan kale salad is savory, bright, perfectly textured, and full of flavor. It hits all the right notes: bright lemon, sharp garlic, the warmth of red pepper flakes, and that nutty, umami hit from grana padano or parmigiano reggiano cheese. It’s crave-worthy and simple enough to recreate at home. Today, I wanted to share a version of the True Food Tuscan Kale Salad Recipe that you can easily whip up in your own kitchen.

True Food Tuscan Kale Salad Recipe

Let’s talk about what makes this salad so special. While many kale salads rely on heavy dressings or tons of toppings to make the leafy greens palatable, this one takes a minimalist approach that’s all about balance and technique. The secret? Letting the salad sit at room temperature after massaging the kale and dressing it with oil, lemon juice, garlic, and seasonings. This softens the kale and deepens the flavor. Add the grated cheese and bread crumbs just before serving for that perfect crunch and salty bite.

Whether you’re a seasoned kale lover or

Sharing some of my favorite products for a healthy sleep stack. As always, talk with a doctor before making any changes to your health or wellness routine. This post is not medical advice.

Hi friends! How are you? I hope that you’re having a wonderful morning. I have a podcast interview today and am looking forward to taking a yoga class with Liv later.

For today’s post, let’s chat about one of my all-time favorite topics: sleep!!

(It’s one of Mazer’s favorite topics, as well)

If there’s one thing I’ve learned on my own wellness journey, and after helping hundreds of women rebalance their bodies, it’s this: you can’t out-supplement poor sleep. Also, what you do in the morning and during the day will impact your sleep quality!

We all know how terrible it feels to toss and turn all night… and how hard it is to feel like yourself the next day. Mood swings, cravings, sluggish workouts, hormone imbalances, and even gut issues can stem from poor quality sleep. When I don’t sleep, I feel like my whole world has come crashing to the ground. Take away my sleep, you take away everything. (I think this is one of the biggest reasons why postpartum was such a struggle for me.)

Over the years, I’ve tried many approaches to improve my sleep, from meditation to blackout curtains. While those all help, I’ve found that a few key tools consistently make the biggest difference. This is my current go-to healthy sleep stack that I use as part of my nighttime routine.

As always, please check with your doctor before starting any new supplements or products, especially if you’re on medications or managing a health condition. This is simply what works for me and many of my clients. 

My Healthy Sleep Stack: What I Use for Deep, Restorative Rest

What’s in My Healthy Sleep Stack?

1. Adrenal Soothe from EquiLife

Chronic stress is one of the most common sleep disruptors, and most women over 35 are dealing with some degree of it, whether they realize it or not. Adrenal Soothe is a blend of targeted adaptogens including ashwagandha and phosphatidylserine that can help reduce nighttime cortisol levels. This can lead to deeper rest and more consistent energy during the day.

Sharing some of the strategies I’ve tried to keep in our lives after our trip.

Hi friends! How are you? How was the weekend? I hope that you had a great one! We celebrated my nana’s bday, the Pilot was home from a trip, I taught a barre class, and met up with a friend for brunch. We also got some monsoon rain, which is always a little treat.

For today’s post, I wanted to chat a bit about our trip, my perspective since we’ve been back, and some of the strategies I’ve tried to maintain. As you guys know, we LOVE to travel. I feel like it’s the most fufilling way for us to spend the money we’ve earned – on experiences – and it gives us a chance to be away from the hustle and bustle and enjoy time as a family (or as a couple). Travel always gives me perspective and helps me to remember what actually fuels my energy and joy… and what doesn’t. 

While we were in Spain, we were able to take our time and genuinely enjoy each day. I’ve really tried to keep some of the things that I loved so much about our trip (you know, besides the epic sights, culture and food…) and put them into a little list. It’s not really about “vacation mode” forever, but rather what the trip reminded me matters most.

strategies I want to keep after our trip

1. Walk as Much as Possible

We walked miles daily, not even trying, and movement felt natural and refreshing – not forced. While it’s a little more challenging here, I’m still trying to recreate this a bit at home with walks after dinner, walking during meetings, and walking Maisey when the rain has cooled things down a bit.

It’s funny because Tucson is NOT a walking-friendly city. Everything is far, it’s a million degrees, and if you’re outside walking, most people will assume your car broke down, unless you’re in a neighborhood or walking path. It’s definitely the peak of summer, so I’ve been using my lil walking pad throughout the day. In Spain, I’d EASILY hit 20k steps per day, and I have to be intentional to hit 10k here.

2. Cook From Scratch (and Choose Places That Do the Same)

Hi friends! Happy Friday! What are your plans this weekend? It’s my nana’s birthday, so we’re celebrating the birthday girl, I’m teaching a barre class, and meeting up with a friend for brunch. It should be pretty low-key and lovely.

This week has felt SO chill compared to last week’s sale extravanzana. Between the EquiLife sale, Prime Days, and the Nordstrom sale, it felt like a lot. (I also tried to share products in a way that didn’t bombard you guys!) Thank you again so so much to those of you who have shopped through my links, and don’t forget that you have until Sunday night to enter the wellness giveaway here!

(your chance to win a Lumebox!)

It’s time for the weekly Friday Faves party. This is where I share some of my favorite finds from the week and around the web. I always love to hear about your faves, too, so please shout out something you’re loving in the comments section below.

7.18 Friday Faves

Fashion + beauty + random:

The Nordstrom sale is still going strong, and here are the bestsellers so far:

– Hanky panky (I wear these pretty much every day)

– This set of bangles

– The best wireless bra

– These fleece pants

– This perfect travel backpack

– This classic tote for work, travel, or life

– This kids’ fleece hoodie

– Sexy and classy lingerie

– This ADORABLE girls’ set

– This is my go-to daily cleanser because it’s gentle enough for my eyes

– This cozy sweater at a ridiculous price

– Ordered this for Liv for Christmas

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Hi friends! A brand new podcast episode is live and I’m so excited to share this conversation with Mario Brainović all about the most essential element of health: Water

Here’s what we discuss:

– Why Mario believes our bodies have an innate ability to heal—and how water plays a key role in that process

– What Analemma technology is, and how it transforms regular water into a coherent state that supports energy, brain function, and vitality

– The science behind hydrogen water, and why it’s gaining momentum in the health world

– How water stores frequencies, acts as an energy transmitter, and connects us to nature on a biological level

– The link between water quality, cellular energy, and long-term wellness

– Why meditation and whole foods are cornerstones of a sustainable healthy lifestyle

– How our personal energy can influence the biology of those around us (!)

…and so.much.more!

If you’ve ever wondered whether the water you drink is truly supporting your health, this episode will leave you inspired to see it in a whole new light. ✨

Connect with him here and check out Analemma here (use the code FITNESSISTA for 10% off)

186: The Healing Power of Water and Energy with Mario Brainović

Mario Brainović, CEO of New Earth Technologies Ltd.

Mario is an entrepreneur, researcher and a visionary in the field of health and wellness. For years he ran a successful international advertising agency and a production house. He was always very passionate about health and wellness, about finding natural ways to heal, regenerate and restore the delicate balance between body, mind and spirit. This led him to establish a natural pharmaceutical company that successfully helped many people for years. After a while he became very passionate about water.

Realizing its extraordinary significance he established New Earth Technologies, a company that offers Analemma Water to the world, as well as invests in the research of coherent water and its effects on biological
systems – humans, plants and animals.

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