Well folks, I did it. 4 weeks on Always Eat After 7 PM: The Revolutionary Rule-Breaking Diet That Lets You Enjoy Huge Dinners, Desserts, and Indulgent Snacks—While Burning Fat Overnight by Joel Marion and I loved all that I've learned and gained by being asked to take this journey. 

Sustained energy, good sleep for a whole month (woo woo!), less bloat and a flatter tummy and leaner arms, I am a happy gal. 

If you're popping in and seeing this as a first post, check out the weekly updates, as well as the introduction to what this journey entails. It's based on Joel's method of eating after 7PM, a diet scientifically proven to improve so many facets of our health. 

​The author inquired as to how those that took this 30 day challenge would continue to follow this plan in their own life.

For me that looks like keeping his healthy, delicious recipes on our weekly meal rotation, no longer depriving myself and being conscious of his phases and how they work with our bodies. I'm excited to share this information with not only all of you, but my personal nutrition clients as well. 

​The most challenging times to curb hunger are just before bed and in the morning. By following the Always Eat After 7PM program, you have the most willpower to stay on the diet because you are eating during the hours when you are most hungry. This also puts you into both intermittent fasting increasing testosterone and your metabolism, while putting you into ketosis.

I'd also love to note the authors promotion of using supplements to round out a healthy diet. As a nutritionist and holistic health promoter, when needed, supplements can exponentially help our bodies. Boosting immunity, helping our bodies processes and organs function optimally and promoting more energy, balance and more. He states, 

Based on surprising science, Always Eat After 7 PM debunks popular diet myths and offers an easy-to-follow diet that accelerates fat-burning and allows you to indulge in your most intense food cravings: Eating the majority of your calories at night.

Who wouldn't get on board to try this? To be honest, I was skeptical at first too. We grow up hearing things, about what's right/wrong. Good/Bad. But if you've known me for a while, you know by nature I'm a researcher. I will dig, I will try things. And for me this worked beautifully. I didn't gain weight as I always feared I would, in fact, I'm healthier. ​

And before I leave you today, enjoy some of Joel's go-to snacks and recipes!

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By sharing my experience and review of this book, I am no way offering medical advice. Please consult your physician or dietitian before starting any new diet.

This post was sponsored by Always Eat After 7PM. The journey recaps and review of the book are based my own thoughts, experience and opinions.

Let's chat goals.

If you're just joining us, I am on week three of implementing Joel Marion's diet strategy of eating after 7PM. I am following along with his book Always Eat After 7PM and it's been amazing in a few ways for me personally, and we will dive into that soon, but first, let's chat goals.

Week One's introduction post can be read here, and Week Two's post, with an interview with Joel himself, can be seen here. 

One of the biggest pieces of advice I can offer you when starting on this plan, or any new diet or health journey is to set goals. Clear cut, smart goals that can keep you on track and help you see wins. 

When I set out to try Joel's methods, I was hoping to gain more even, sustained energy and even out my blood sugar as I tend to feel weak and crash when I'm hungry. My three week update is below... 

styled photo of my personal copy of the book 

I'm happy to report, that like in week two, I'm still having more energy upon waking, which is making our breakfast routine and preschool hours more upbeat - and that's been fun! 

I'm not crashing in the evening hours (yay!) and am still sleeping deeply. Even as a nutritionist who enjoys cooking most meals, I still LOVE the recipe ideas in the book. I can meal plan right out of the book using the food lists included.

AND MY TUMMY IS FLATTER. I didn't set out for this to be a weight loss for me personally, but because my sugars are more even and the food I'm making from the book is back to my super clean eating days, it's just naturally happening. 

The book is beautifully laid out and easily digestible. It's easy to read, easy to follow, with thorough science, a expert voice and broken down areas when you need to quickly reference back. 

​The Always Eat After 7 PM plan consists of: The 14-day Acceleration Phase to kick-start the program and see rapid results, The Main Phase where you’ll learn exactly which foods to eat when in order to achieve your weight-loss goals, The Lifestyle Phase to keep the weight off for good

I've highlighted a few of my favorite recipes from the book below, and urge you to pick up a copy and try not only these mouth-watering meals, but try this method to see how it can improve your health overall as well! 

Joel Marion’s Always Eat After 7PM program makes dieting easy and eliminates 90% of reasons for resistance.
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This one is so good and reminds me of a butternut squash recipe my husband would make for me when I was pregnant with Grey. With the additional of the kale, we now have it weekly for a good dose of folate. 

Comfort. Food. At. It's. Finest. Except it uses butternut squash to create the noodles which adds a dimensional flavor out of this world. This is our Friday late night go to!

Just make this. My favorite so far. 

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Always Eat After 7 PM: The Revolutionary Rule-Breaking Diet That Lets You Enjoy Huge Dinners, Desserts, and Indulgent Snacks—While Burning Fat Overnight by Joel Marion is now available to purchase.

By sharing my experience and review of this book, I am no way offering medical advice. Please consult your physician or dietitian before starting any new diet. 

This post was sponsored by Always Eat After 7PM. The journey recaps and review of the book are based my own thoughts, experience and opinions.

It's been a week since I dove into Always Eat After 7PM and started implementing the methods of the diet into my daily routine and I can say I'm seeing pleasant improvements already. It incorporates healthy foods I already love and makes it easy for me to meal prep following along to their meal outlines and recipes. I'm experiencing deeper sleep and more even blood sugar are at the top of my report, which I'm loving!

If you're just joining, you can read my first post - Always Eat After 7PM: Challenge Accepted - and see why I chose to take this journey and give this book and Joels method a try! 

As I continue on, I wanted to share an exclusive interview with the author, Joel Marion, asking some of the top questions in regard to this book, the science behind it and what makes it different.

Let's dive in to the Q&A with Mr. Marion himself...

Bestselling author, Joel Marion, is a fitness expert and nutritionist debunking the myths underlying traditional dieting and offers a simple, highly effective weight loss program.

​Mandi Pimental: How long did it take for you to develop this method and way of eating?

Joel Marion: It actually took several years of researching for me to discover the real science of eating late night. After a few years of tweaking and refining, I finally came up with a rapid fat loss solution that overcomes all the pitfalls of traditional diets.

Mandi Pimental: What was the most surprising discover you made when researching scientific data?

Joel Marion: That almost everything my college education and certifications taught me was NOT grounded in published scientific research.

Mandi Pimental: You’re a six-time best selling author, compared to your other books, what makes this one different?

Joel Marion: Although many of the concepts are similar, the biggest difference is that you don't have to deprive yourself of your favorite foods. You don't have to deal with the burden of eating every few hours. And you don't have to skip the carbs at dinnertime or avoid eating before bed.

​Something I really enjoyed as a nutritionist, and as someone partaking in this, was Marion's explanation of carbs vs. Super Carbs. He states, "The solution is to eat slow-digesting, unrefined Super Carbs in the evening. They cause insulin levels to rise gradually instead of dramatically and blood sugar levels to remain steady. Insulin is an antagonist to cortisol, and consequently cortisol levels do not skyrocket."

He goes on to state, "Glucose-based starches, like rice and potatoes, are great sources of anaerobic fuel for exercisers; they can help increase ATP (energy) production, enhance recovery, build muscle, increase metabolic rate, and optimize hormones."

It's truly educational and fascinating and is just the tip of the deep iceberg this book offers to come alongside you and support in not only getting you on a diet that will help your bodies processes in so many ways, but will educate you on the WHAT and WHY of what you're putting in your body. And that's always gold to me. 


Do you have questions regarding this book? More information can be found here, so that you can snag your own copy. Or you can leave questions in the comments below and if I can answer them based on my readings I'll do my best to answer them for you all! 

Learn more about the book and how to purchase here.

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By sharing my experience and review of this book, I am no way offering medical advice. Please consult your physician or dietitian before starting any new diet. 

As a nutritionist and food researcher, I always like a new challenge. Exploring new science behind how food works within our bodies. When Joel Marion's new book  Always Eat After 7 PM: The Revolutionary Rule-Breaking Diet That Lets You Enjoy Huge Dinners, Desserts, and Indulgent Snacks—While Burning Fat Overnight by Joel Marion  crossed my desk, I was instantly intrigued. Many books on diets, nutrition and the human body come my way daily, but this one deserved a closer look and after reading a bit, I found myself wanting to take the challenge myself. 

​We’ve been traditionally taught to avoid carbs, have an early dinner, and never eat before bed. But the fact is, the latest scientific research shows us this earlier model is not the most ideal.

I'm excited to take you all along on this journey and update you along the way! Stay tuned each week to my "Always Eat After 7PM" update posts to follow along.

​To understand more of the science behind the book, listen to Joel Marion explain himself. 

Get your chia on!

This weird little seed isn't popular amongst most families but it should be! I wanted to share with you today ALL of the A-MAAAZING benefits of chia seeds. I also provided ideas below of how you can incorporate these in your daily diet (and even the pickiest kiddos!) for all of the health boosts. 

As an avid fan of Seeking Health, their mission and the quality of their products, most of what you will find in my home when it comes to supplements and caring for our bodies outside of food will be the Seeking Health brand.

In this season my focus is on lowering inflammation, detoxing heavy metals, mold exposure and possible candida, repairing gut health, and boosting immunity. As many of my readers and clients are in need of the same support (as are most people), I've listed my current favorite lineup below (not all pictured above). 

Already an affordably priced supplement line (which is a beautiful thing for allergen-free, non-gmo products that use no artificial colors or flavorings), I also have a coupon code for my readers and clients for their first order - just use NOSHNURTURE10 upon checkout for 10% off. 

Without further adieu, here are my daily go-to's. 

Also, again, I am not a doctor. I can not diagnose, treat or cure any disease. I am just passionate about natural health and supplementing our bodies with what we need. I am under the care of a naturopathic physician who helps guide me on what my body needs and I order accordingly. 

• Pure Greens
  This is HANDS DOWN the BEST greens powder I've ever tasted. PACKED with vegetables, probiotics, antioxidants, fruits and a rainforest blend, it delivers SO much goodness in a powder that tastes almost non-existent in a smoothie of fresh organic fruits and almond milk. NO sweeteners needed. I can't rave about this enough. 
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• Prenatal Chewable
  I have been on their Prenatal Powder since 2016 and recently made the switch to the chewables so I can take this in the AM and use the greens powder for my smoothies. I find this works best to double up on the nutrients my body is receiving. 
  
  
• Probiota Sensitive
  I love all of their probiotic blends, it's just finding the one that you prefer. I've been on the general probiota, the Probiota Women's and the Probiota Sensitive. I'm opting for this one at the moment due to my detox. I have Grey on the Probiota Infant as well. 
  
  
• Liposomal Vitamic C
  Liposomal supplements are in a liquid form and are most easily absorbed into the body without loss of nutrients. I take this every morning to keep my immunity boosted. 
  
  
• Liposomal Curcumin
  Again, the liposomal form of curcumin (turmeric) is readily absorbed, therefor I know I'm getting the most out of this anti-inflammatory powerhouse. 

• Liposomal Glutathione
  Our bodies utilize glutathione for our detox pathways to work optimally. If you have a MTHFR defect or other genetic factors that deplete your bodies glutathione, this supplement helps rid our bodies of the toxicity we are exposed to daily. A great addition for if you're traveling, exposed to chemicals, renovating a home, exposed to mold or recovering from or fighting illness. 
  
  
• Liver Nutrients
  This one is tailored to my specific needs as I am also on a couple of binders. This helps my liver to detox and protects it as it works hard to clean up my body. 

Again, you can see their entire  line here. Just use NOSHNURTURE10 upon checkout for anything you may try. If you want to chat supplements, you can contact me here and I'd be happy to answer any questions you may have or get them answered by Seeking Health. I have a heart and a passion for helping others live their healthiest life. 

 Here's a question I get asked MANY times.

What can I eat when I feel under the weather now that I am... (gluten free, paleo, vegan, dairy free, etc.)

The "what can I eat now that..." questions are my most popular as a nutritionist and food blogger so I finally decided to sit down and start a product round up series. Since I believe I've tried nearly every gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan food made today (ok not all, but it feels like most) I thought it was time I put some little guides together to help you and give you a bookmark for when you're searching. 

Below I've put together a gallery of products that are my personal go to's when I'm feeling crummy. They are a mix of healthy, easy to prepare and are ALL gluten and dairy free. Not all below are Paleo, but most are. I remember the first time I got a cold after changing my lifestyle and thinking, "Great! Now I can't have ginger ale or crackers or hearty soups that are easy to prepare." Over time I found my way back to comfort items that I could microwave if need be if I was home alone and needed to tend to me or the baby without much energy. 

And this should go without saying, but making your diet primarily fresh fruits, vegetables, bone broths and lean meats should be your first line of defense in both fighting off and fighting during a sickness. The items below are just healthier substitutes for those "comfort foods" of your childhood, or foods that help curb nausea. 

You may click on any product below to quickly purchase on Amazon. 

​Do you have any favorites that you'd add to this list? I'd love to hear them!

I have a big announcement that I've been waiting to share with you all!

As of this month, I am the newest Nourishment Instructor at the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine for their Thrive Community Program! 

Being able to teach even MORE people how to cook, bake and eat gluten-free and dairy-free is a dream and I love this journey more and more everyday. 

If you're local to Arizona, come join me April-June, where I am scheduled once a month to teach the basics of GF/DF cooking and baking. I will be focusing on how to create the perfect Italian Dinner, a delicious Weekend Brunch and a special class on integrating Anti-Inflammatory cooking into your day to day menus. 

​You'll get to learn how to make the dishes seen here on Nosh and Nurture, a few surprise treats and of course, you'll get to taste ALLLL the deliciousness first hand in a state-of-the-art kitchen facility at one of my FAVORITE schools in the country!

Located in the new building on the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine Campus in Tempe, Arizona, my class schedule is as follows:
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• Prepare a Traditional Italian Dinner - Gluten & Dairy Free
  Saturday, April 29, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
  This class will teach you how to create traditional gluten-free and dairy-free Italian dinner and dessert favorites without sacrificing flavor
• Anti-Inflammatory and Immunity Boosting Cooking 
  Friday, May 19, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
  Learn to implement anti-inflammatory, immunity boosting ingredients into easy, everyday meals
• Learn to Prepare a Gluten & Dairy Free Weekend Brunch  
  Saturday, June 24, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
  Learn the basics of Gluten and Dairy Free baking and how to prepare family Brunch favorites!

You can get more information of the classes offered, pricing details and register here:

​It's that time of year again! The Gluten Free Allergen Free Expo returns to Phoenix and I am SO EXCITED to attend!

With baby in tow, (and his second blogger event in his 3 months so far!), I will be scoping out the healthier, hottest and yummiest new additions to the allergen free food and health world. 

Taking place this weekend November 12th and 13th at the Renaissance Hotel in Glendale, AZ from 10am-4pm each day, the event offers free parking and an array of vendors offering safe samples and plenty of info on what we can expect in the GF/AF market in 2017. 

You can save on your ticket by visiting this link today or tomorrow and entering the code ADVANCE to save 20% off of the door price. 

I'm looking forward to seeing some of my favorites! Follow me on Instagram [ @noshandnurture ]  to watch my live Instastories throughout the day as well as snaps of baby Grey and me checking out our favorite booths! 

Will I see you there? If you'll be following along online, what types of products are you looking for? 

A new season of bright, fragrant, ruby-red strawberries always holds my attention. I’m tempted to load up on as many as I can carry and head home with little else and hunker down for some serious enjoyment.
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But strawberry season is a long one, lasting well through June in my region. I’ve found that branching out to incorporate berries in everyday meals and treats really pays off. Creative, unexpected uses for them is one of the highlights of spring eating!

Strawberry Tips & Tricks

• The freshest berries are glossy and firm and sport sprightly, leafy caps. Avoid berries that have white or green patches near the top, a sign that they were picked before peak ripeness.
• Refrigerate strawberries for up to 2 days. Remove any that are soft, mushy or moldy so that they don’t compromise the others. Rinse berries just before using and pat them very gently dry.
• Hull strawberries by using a paring knife to cut a small cone-shaped divot out around the green stem end.
• Strawberries freeze well, so consider buying extra when the price is right. Remove the hulls and arrange the berries in a single layer on a tray. Slip the tray into the freezer until the berries are very firm,- 1 to 3 hours. Transfer them to freezer bags; they’ll keep for 6 to 8 months.
• Need to boost the flavor of tired or bland strawberries? Place sliced berries in a bowl, toss with a small amount of stevia and lemon juice and let sit at room temperature 20 minutes.