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"Beauty does not need to be rushed" - Natalie

Feed Your Glow

Nourishing recipes, glow foods, and slower living inspiration from Natalie’s kitchen.

electrolyte water by Love + Be Well

Homemade Glow Electrolyte Water

A simple refreshing wellness drink from Natalie’s kitchen — lemon, raw honey, mineral-rich salt, and sparkling water blended together into an easy everyday hydration boost.

When life feels extra stressful, exhausting, or overstimulating, one of the first things I notice is how depleted my body starts feeling.

Dry skin. Low energy. Puffiness. Headaches. Fatigue.

And honestly…sometimes the simplest support can help the most.

This homemade electrolyte water has become one of my favorite little reset drinks because it’s refreshing, hydrating, and incredibly easy to make with ingredients already sitting in the kitchen.

Fresh lemon. Raw honey. Mineral-rich salt. Sparkling water over ice.

Simple ingredients that somehow make you feel noticeably more alive afterward.

Especially during hotter months, stressful seasons, travel, workouts, or those days where your body just feels a little run down.

Why We Love It

Lemon

Rich in vitamin C and naturally refreshing while helping support hydration and digestion.

Raw Honey

Adds natural sweetness while helping the drink feel grounding and nourishing.

Himalayan Pink Salt

Provides trace minerals that help support hydration and electrolyte balance.

Sparkling Water

Makes the drink feel refreshing and elevated while encouraging you to drink more fluids throughout the day.

Ingredients

  • juice of 1 lemon
  • pinch Himalayan pink salt
  • 1/4 cup warm water
  • 1 tablespoon raw honey
  • 8–10 ounces sparkling water

Optional:

  • ice
  • sliced lemon
  • fresh mint
  • splash coconut water

Directions

Add the raw honey and Himalayan salt to a heat-safe jar or glass.

Pour the warm water over and stir until dissolved.

Add the fresh lemon juice.

Top with sparkling water and stir gently.

Serve immediately over ice if desired.

Glow Note

I love recipes like this because they remind me wellness does not always need to be complicated.

Sometimes it’s simply slowing down long enough to nourish your body with what it actually needs.

Hydration. Minerals. Rest. Simplicity.

That’s usually where the glow begins.

Love + Be Well,
Natalie

 

Natalie’s Easy Glow Breakfast Plate

Natalie’s Easy Glow Breakfast Plate

A simple nourishing breakfast from Natalie’s kitchen — colorful whole foods thoughtfully layered together into one balanced plate designed to nourish energy, skin, and overall wellness from within.

Is this technically a recipe?

Not really.

Honestly it’s more assembling than cooking.

But truthfully…this is how I eat most often.

I open the fridge, pull colorful nourishing foods, and start building a plate from there.

Something with protein. Greens. Healthy fats. Color. Fiber. Freshness.

The older I get, the more I realize eating well does not always need to involve complicated recipes or perfectly measured ingredients.

Sometimes it’s simply learning how to thoughtfully combine real food.

That’s usually where the magic happens anyway.

What’s On My Plate

  • scrambled eggs cooked in coconut oil
  • pastured local pork links
  • heirloom tomato slices
  • sautéed spinach and garlic
  • seaweed flakes
  • fresh berries in coconut milk
  • cinnamon
  • fresh parsley
  • sea salt + black pepper

On the side:

  • kombucha
  • organic coffee with coconut milk

Why We Love It

Eggs + Protein

Help create balanced satisfying meals that support energy and help keep you fuller longer.

Greens + Seaweed

Mineral-rich ingredients that help support overall wellness and healthy glowing skin.

Berries

Packed with antioxidants that help support collagen production and skin vitality.

Healthy Fats

Coconut milk and coconut oil help create a more balanced nourishing breakfast.

Building a Colorful Plate

One of the simplest ways to naturally increase nutrient variety and support overall wellness.

How Natalie Approaches Breakfast

I do not always make a full breakfast during the week.

Most weekdays I stick with smoothies because they’re quick and easy.

But slower weekends?

That’s usually when breakfasts like this happen.

No complicated recipes.
No perfection.
Just real food thoughtfully layered together.

Glow Note

I love meals like this because they remind me nourishment can feel relaxed and intuitive.

A colorful plate. Good coffee. Slow mornings at home.

Honestly one of life’s simplest little luxuries.

Love + Eat Well,
Natalie

Creamy Dairy-Free Ranch Dip

Creamy Dairy-Free Ranch Dip

A creamy herb-packed ranch dip from Natalie’s kitchen — made with coconut milk, avocado mayo, dill, and simple pantry ingredients for the easiest dairy-free glow-food sauce.

This is one of those little staple recipes we make constantly around here.

Because honestly?

It tastes like real ranch.

Creamy. Tangy. Herby. Perfect for dipping absolutely everything into.

And nobody ever realizes it’s dairy free.

I love keeping recipes like this on hand because they instantly make raw veggies, salads, bowls, wraps, and snack plates feel way more exciting.

Plus it takes maybe two minutes to make.

Exactly the kind of low-effort kitchen win I appreciate during busy weeks.

Why We Love It

Coconut Milk

Creates a creamy rich texture while adding healthy fats that help support skin hydration.

Dill + Herbs

Fresh flavorful herbs instantly brighten the dip while adding that classic ranch flavor.

Avocado Mayo

A healthier fat-based alternative that keeps the dip creamy and satisfying.

Versatile Texture

Easy to keep thick for dipping or thin out slightly for a quick homemade dressing.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
  • splash pickle juice or apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried or fresh dill

Optional:

  • black pepper
  • fresh parsley
  • lemon juice
  • fresh chives

Directions

Add all ingredients to a bowl or jar.

Whisk until smooth and creamy.

Adjust thickness as desired depending on whether using as a dip or dressing.

Serve immediately or refrigerate until chilled.

Serving Ideas

Perfect with:

  • raw vegetables
  • asparagus fries
  • salads
  • wraps
  • roasted potatoes
  • grain bowls
  • chicken

Glow Note

I love recipes like this because they prove simple healthy swaps do not need to feel complicated or restrictive.

A good sauce honestly makes healthy eating feel so much easier and more enjoyable.

Always worth it.

Love + Eat Well,
Natalie

Homemade Gingerbread Coffee Creamer

Homemade Gingerbread Coffee Creamer

A cozy holiday-inspired coffee creamer from Natalie’s kitchen — creamy coconut milk blended with warming spices, molasses, and maple syrup for the easiest gingerbread coffee at home.

If you want your kitchen to smell like the holidays in five minutes flat…make this.

Warm ginger. Cinnamon. Nutmeg. Molasses. Fresh coffee brewing.

Honestly it feels like wrapping yourself in a blanket from the inside out.

We started making this little homemade gingerbread creamer during the colder months and now it’s one of those seasonal rituals that instantly makes mornings feel extra cozy and special.

And the best part?

You can shake up a batch in a mason jar and keep it in the fridge ready to pour into coffee whenever the mood hits.

Although around here…it rarely lasts more than a couple days.

Why We Love It

Ginger

Warming and comforting while adding that classic gingerbread flavor.

Cinnamon + Nutmeg

Cozy spices that instantly make coffee feel festive and comforting.

Molasses

Rich deep sweetness packed with minerals and beautiful holiday flavor.

Coconut Milk

Creates a creamy rich texture while keeping the recipe dairy-free if desired.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon powdered ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon molasses
  • 1/2 teaspoon maple syrup

Optional:

  • pinch clove
  • vanilla extract
  • espresso
  • whipped coconut cream

Directions

Add all ingredients to a mason jar with a lid.

Shake well until fully combined.

Store in the refrigerator.

When ready to use, brew coffee or espresso and gently heat the creamer if desired.

Pour into coffee and stir well.

Iced Version

Pour hot coffee over ice into a mason jar.

Seal tightly and shake well.

Add the gingerbread creamer and shake again until frothy and cold.

Glow Note

I love little recipes like this because they make ordinary everyday moments feel a bit more special.

Warm coffee. Cozy spices. Slower mornings.

Honestly that’s part of wellness too.

Love + Eat Well,
Natalie

Sweet + Spicy Chili Noodles

Sweet + Spicy Chili Noodles

A fast flavorful noodle recipe from Natalie’s kitchen — silky noodles tossed in a sweet spicy chili sauce that comes together in minutes with pantry ingredients.

This is one of those dangerously easy recipes.

The kind you make once…and suddenly find yourself craving constantly.

Because honestly? The sauce is that good.

Sweet. Spicy. Salty. Slightly smoky. Cozy. Addictive.

And the entire meal basically comes together in the amount of time it takes to boil pasta.

Exactly my kind of dinner on busy nights.

We used egg noodles here, but honestly this works with almost anything.

Rice noodles. Ramen. Soba. Gluten-free pasta. Spaghetti.

The noodles really are just the vehicle for that sauce.

Why We Love It

Coconut Aminos

Adds rich savory flavor while keeping the sauce balanced and slightly sweet.

Chili Crunch

Brings warmth, texture, and bold flavor that makes the noodles incredibly crave-worthy.

Sesame Oil

Adds deep nutty richness that makes the sauce taste restaurant-level good.

Flexible Base

Easy to customize with vegetables, greens, chicken, shrimp, tofu, or eggs depending on what you have on hand.

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons coconut aminos
  • 2 tablespoons chili onion crunch or chili garlic sauce
  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons maple syrup or date syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • green onions for topping
  • 8 ounces noodles of choice

Optional additions:

  • sautéed mushrooms
  • spinach
  • broccoli
  • shrimp
  • chicken
  • soft boiled egg
  • sesame seeds

Directions

Cook the noodles according to package directions.

Meanwhile whisk together the coconut aminos, chili crunch, sesame oil, maple syrup, onion powder, and garlic powder.

Drain the noodles and return to the pot or a large bowl.

Pour the sauce over the warm noodles and toss well until coated.

Top with green onions and serve immediately.

Glow Note

I love recipes like this because they make cooking feel easy, flexible, and genuinely fun.

A handful of pantry ingredients. One good sauce. Dinner done.

Honestly hard to beat that.

Love + Eat Well,
Natalie

How To Make the Perfect Jammy Egg

How To Make the Perfect Jammy Egg

A simple kitchen staple from Natalie’s kitchen — silky golden jammy eggs with perfectly soft centers ready for toast, salads, bowls, snack plates, or honestly just eating warm straight from the shell.

There are few things in life better than a perfect jammy egg.

That silky golden center.

The creamy rich texture.

A sprinkle of sea salt while still warm.

Honestly? Elite snack status.

We add these to everything around here — toast, salads, grain bowls, snack boards, ramen, roasted vegetables…or sometimes just eat one standing at the kitchen counter because patience feels impossible.

And while it seems simple, timing really is everything here.

Five minutes.

No more. No less.

Why We Love It

Pastured Eggs

Rich in protein and healthy fats that help support balanced nourishing meals.

Golden Yolks

Deep orange yolks often reflect nutrient-rich diets from healthier happier hens.

Easy Protein Boost

One of the simplest ways to add nourishment and richness to almost any meal.

Meal Prep Friendly

Perfect for keeping in the fridge for quick snacks and easy meal additions throughout the week.

Natalie’s Jammy Egg Method

You’ll Need

  • fresh pastured eggs
  • pot of boiling water
  • slotted spoon
  • cold running water

Directions

  1. Bring a pot of water to a full boil.
  2. Using a slotted spoon, gently lower the eggs into the boiling water.
  3. Allow the water to return to a boil.
  4. Set a timer for exactly 5 minutes.
  5. Remove the eggs immediately and drain.
  6. Cool quickly under cold running water for several minutes to stop the cooking process.
  7. Peel and enjoy warm or refrigerate for later.

Pro Tip

The darker and richer the yolk color, the more nutrient-dense the eggs often are thanks to the hen’s diet and outdoor access.

Glow Note

I love little kitchen staples like this because they make everyday meals feel more nourishing and beautiful with almost no effort at all.

Simple food done well really is enough sometimes.

Love + Eat Well,
Natalie

 

Crunchy Sprouted Glow Almonds

Crunchy Sprouted Glow Almonds

These crunchy raw-almonds are made from sprouted almonds which makes them easier for the body to digest and improves nutrient absorption.
Honey Spiced Ice Coffee

Honey Spiced Ice Coffee

A creamy cozy iced coffee from Natalie’s kitchen — espresso, raw honey, warming spices, and frothy nut milk shaken together into the ultimate glow-up coffee ritual.

Fair warning…

This coffee is wildly addictive.

Creamy. Frothy. Slightly sweet. Cozy from the spices while still icy cold and refreshing.

Basically the kind of coffee that makes you immediately start planning when you can make the next one.

And one of my favorite things about it is how adaptable it is.

Full-fat coconut milk makes it feel rich and indulgent like melted ice cream.

Almond milk keeps it lighter.

Oat milk makes it extra creamy.

You can change the spices with the seasons, switch up the sweetener, make it hot or iced…

It’s one of those recipes that becomes more of a ritual than a recipe.

Why We Love It

Espresso

Rich bold flavor and packed with antioxidants.

Raw Honey

Adds natural sweetness and blends beautifully into warm espresso.

Pumpkin Pie Spice

Warm cozy spices that instantly make this feel special.

Coconut or Nut Milk

Creates that creamy frothy coffeehouse texture at home.

Easy Ritual

Simple little moments like this make everyday life feel softer and more intentional.

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon–1 tablespoon raw honey
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon
  • 2–4 shots espresso
  • ice
  • nut milk of choice

Favorite milk options:

  • full-fat coconut milk
  • almond milk
  • hemp milk
  • oat milk

Optional:

  • maple syrup
  • vanilla
  • cinnamon sprinkle
  • collagen

Directions

Grab a quart-sized glass jar.

Add the honey and pumpkin pie spice.

Brew the espresso and pour it directly into the jar.

Stir until the honey melts completely.

Fill the jar with ice.

Add your milk of choice.

Place the lid on tightly and shake vigorously until frothy and creamy.

Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately.

Natalie’s Favorite Version

Full-fat coconut milk + extra cinnamon.

Basically tastes like drinking melted spiced ice cream.

Glow Note

I love recipes like this because they turn something ordinary into a tiny little ritual.

Good coffee. A few beautiful ingredients. A slower moment in the middle of the day.

That counts too.

Love + Eat Well,
Natalie

Beauty From the Inside Out Smoothie

Beauty From the Inside Out Smoothie

A creamy naturally sweet glow smoothie from Natalie’s kitchen — strawberries, banana, spinach, hemp seeds, and nut butter blended together into one nourishing beauty-supportive breakfast.

Not every smoothie needs to taste super green to be incredibly nourishing.

Sometimes you just want something creamy, fruity, slightly sweet, and comforting while still packed with ingredients that support your glow from within.

This smoothie is exactly that.

Strawberries, banana, spinach, nut butter, and hemp seeds blended into one creamy dreamy breakfast that feels indulgent while still being deeply nourishing.

It’s especially perfect for anyone wanting a more approachable glow smoothie without sacrificing nutrition.

Why We Love It

Strawberries

Rich in vitamin C and antioxidants that help support collagen production and healthy radiant skin.

Spinach

Loaded with vitamins and minerals that help support overall wellness and glow.

Hemp Seeds

Packed with healthy fats and protein that help support the skin barrier and balanced energy.

Nut Butter

Adds richness and healthy fats that help keep the smoothie satisfying.

Banana

Creates natural sweetness and creaminess while helping balance the smoothie beautifully.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup almond milk
  • 1 cup fresh spinach
  • 5–6 frozen strawberries
  • 1/2 frozen banana
  • 2 tablespoons nut butter of choice
  • 2 tablespoons raw hemp seeds
  • small handful broccoli sprouts (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup (optional)

Optional:

  • collagen
  • chia seeds
  • cinnamon
  • coconut flakes

Directions

Add all ingredients to a blender.

Blend until completely smooth and creamy.

Serve immediately while cold and fresh.

Glow Note

I love smoothies like this because they make healthy eating feel easy, approachable, and genuinely delicious.

A little sweetness. Lots of nourishment. No overthinking required.

Exactly how I like it.

Love + Eat Well,
Natalie


immune boosting turmeric shot

Immune Boosting Turmeric Shots

A warming wellness tonic from Natalie’s kitchen — turmeric, ginger, lemon, cinnamon, honey, and black pepper simmered together into a soothing immune-supportive glow drink.

We made a huge pitcher of these turmeric shots for a wellness gathering at our house and honestly…everyone became mildly obsessed.

People kept asking what was in them.

Then we ended up drinking the leftovers all week ourselves because they’re just that good.

Warm, spicy, bright, soothing, and deeply comforting.

They’re especially wonderful during colder months, stressful weeks, travel, or anytime your body feels like it could use a little extra support.

And unlike many wellness shots that feel harsh or impossible to drink, these are actually enjoyable.

Which matters.

Why We Love Them

Turmeric

Rich in antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds that help support overall wellness and healthy glow.

Ginger

Warming and soothing while helping support digestion and circulation.

Lemon

Packed with vitamin C and bright refreshing flavor.

Cinnamon

Adds warmth and comforting spice while helping balance the flavors beautifully.

Black Pepper

Traditionally paired with turmeric to help improve absorption.

Honey

Adds soothing natural sweetness and comforting richness.

Ingredients

organic when possible

  • 1 quart filtered water
  • 3 inches fresh ginger sliced
  • juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons turmeric powder
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons manuka or raw honey
  • pinch black pepper

Optional:

  • fresh turmeric root
  • cayenne pepper
  • orange slices
  • collagen

Directions

Add all ingredients to a pot on the stove.

Bring to a gentle simmer.

Simmer for about 20 minutes.

Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.

Serve warm or chilled.

Store in a sealed glass jar or pitcher in the refrigerator throughout the week.

Pro Tip

Don’t throw away the ginger slices.

They become soft, spicy, and delicious after simmering.

Glow Note

I love recipes like this because they feel nurturing in the simplest way.

A warm mug. Real ingredients. A little extra support during busy seasons of life.

Sometimes wellness can be beautifully uncomplicated.

Love + Eat Well,
Natalie