Gelatin is the purified protein derived by the hydrolysis of collagen-rich connective tissue or bones of animals.  Sounds kinda gross, right?  If you can forget about what it is, and focus on what it does for your health, you will love this amazing high protein powdered supplement — up to a whopping 11 grams per […]

  Fill in the blank. For me it could’ve been one more: glass of wine bout of stomach pain and vomiting day of worrying for my children’s wellbeing loved-one’s suicide abusive phone call sinus infection day of struggling with body image round of antibiotics betrayal of trust by an addict episode of emotional binge-eating day […]

Having trouble losing weight? Can’t build muscle? Hormone troubles? You might be chemically clogged-up. Fact #1: Everything we are exposed to must go through the liver Fact #2: The liver plays a crucial role in several important functions in the body; including regulating hormonal balance, repairing and building new muscle, metabolizing all our foods and […]

    Who says your post-workout smoothie has to be same old same old?! In true Mipstick fashion, we combine different varieties of clean protein, fast-acting carbohydrates, and healthy fats to create meals and snacks that not only provide the macronutrients your body needs, but the flavors your soul loves. Enjoy!  

CAFOs (concentrated animal feeding operations) or commercially raised animal operations, contain antibiotics, hormones and other industrial chemicals that can disrupt the normal ways in which your hormones work in your body. Such substances are called endocrine-disruptors. The endocrine system includes the adrenal glands, thyroid, sex organs (ovaries and testes), pituitary gland, pancreas and thymus. Together […]

  Those delicate little green leaves that taste so good in our European and Mexican flavored dishes is the fresh leaf part of the coriander plant, also called cilantro. Because you can eat the stem and the leaves, dried and fresh, it is considered both an herb and a spice. Cilantro is high in dietary fiber, […]

Download your printable recipe HERE!   What is Tahini? Peanut butter is made from peanuts. Almond butter is made from almonds. Tahini is made from ground up sesame seeds – I know, it should be called sesame seed butter, right?! (sometimes it is 😉) Sesame seeds are an excellent source of many minerals; including copper, […]

  Super Easy Homemade Guacamole 1 avocado diced tomatoes finely chopped purple onion crushed garlic ½ lime Crush/grind all ingredients up together. Super healthy yummy and oh so natural, preservative free condiment to have with chicken, veggies or whatever you like. Great in a leaf of lettuce with sliced up veggies and/or chicken too!   […]

    Great alternative to Ranch dressing! 1 large avocado 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice 1/2 cup greek yogurt 1 teaspoon hot sauce 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 garlic cloves 3/4 teaspoon salt Blend it all up in your magic bullet or ninja. Enjoy!   Avocado is one of our top heart healthy […]

  Here’s a super low calorie, low carb thick and creamy soup perfect for hiding chicken or other protein in when you need a low carb disguise. And it’s quick and easy to make for a warming comfort soup on a cold day! 4 tbsp (or so) chopped fresh ginger 4 cups each chopped kobacha […]