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Jennifer DiGregorio

Jennifer DiGregorio is a Health Coach who helps busy women lose weight naturally & feel great through simple and delicious smoothies, whole food eating & healthy lifestyle habits.

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🥚5 steps to perfect hard boiled eggs . . 1️⃣ Place eggs in a pot and cover with cool water by an inch. 2️⃣ Bring water to a boil over high heat. 3️⃣ Once water begins to boil, remove pot from burner and allow eggs to cook in the pot of hot water for 8-10 minutes. 4️⃣ Drain water and immediately run cold water over eggs until cooled. 5️⃣ Peel and enjoy in your favourite recipe or on its own. . . Make your hard boiled eggs mouth popping good by adding your favourite spices, oil and sea salt. Give my Turmeric Basil Hard Boiled Eggs a try! . . Serve these eggs alongside sliced tomato and avocado OR add them to a salad for a healthy breakfast or lunch. . . 🥚🌿Turmeric Basil Hard Boiled Eggs . . INGREDIENTS: (serves 1) 2 hard boiled eggs 1 tsp. extra virgin olive oil 1/2 tsp dried basil 1/4 tsp turmeric powder Sea salt and black pepper to taste . . INSTRUCTIONS: 👉Cut eggs in half lengthwise. 👉Drizzle olive oil over eggs then add spices and sea salt on top. . . #eggs #eattheyolk #eggrecipes #breakfast #healthybreakfast #healthyrecipes #wholefood #glutenfree #grainfree #glutenfreerecipes #ketorecipes #lowcarbrecipes #keto #paleo #paleorecipes #weightloss #weightlossrecipes #cleaneating #ibsdiet #ibsfriendly #ibs #antiaging #justeatrealfood #eatyourcolours #leakygut #guthealthmatters #healthygut #torontohealthcoach #weightlosscoach #JDsKitchen

💚4 reasons why I use PurePaleo Protein powder . . 1️⃣ It’s derived from grass-fed cows, making it not only healthy, but extremely nutrient-dense. Grass-fed meat gives you more bang for your buck on all fronts, with its significantly higher levels of omega-3s, antioxidants (like vitamin E and glutathione), minerals (like zinc, iron, phosphorus, potassium and sodium), and other important nutrients. . . 2️⃣ It’s comprised of 70% collagen making it the perfect anti-aging protein powder. PurePaleo Protein powder works from within to enhance your skin, hair and nails, naturally. Collagen helps restore the skin’s moisture, improving the elasticity, tone and vibrancy that’s already within you. A true anti-aging protein powder! . . 3️⃣ It’s gut-friendly so you won’t crap your pants! Many people complain about how protein powders irritate their gut and cause things like gas, bloating, heartburn, diarrhea, etc. That’s because most protein powders on the market use low quality protein sources that are contaminated and/or hard for our bodies to digest. They are also loaded with fillers, artificial flavours, colours and preservatives. PurePaleo Protein is processed in a way that allows for easy extraction, digestion & absorption of protein + nutrients. It’s also squeaky clean. . . 4️⃣ It tastes amazing and blends beautifully into a smoothie. This is by far one of the best tasting protein powders on the market. PurePaleo Protein blends perfectly into smoothies with not chalky taste or weird textures. You’ll be convinced you’re drinking a milkshake! . . 🥬🥥🥑🍓Learn how to create healthy dessert-inspired smoothies using protein powder by signing up for my FREE 14-day smoothie challenge >>> LINK IN BIO.

🥥🍋High-Fiber Coconut Lemon Bars . . 3 ways coconut meat can support gut health . . 1. Coconut meat is high in insoluble fiber (meaning that it doesn’t get digested), which helps bulk up your stool and supports healthy and regular bowel movements. Just 1 cup (80 grams) of shredded coconut provides 7 grams of fiber, which is over 20% of the DV. 2. Coconut meat is high in healthy fat which helps you absorb fat-soluble nutrients, including vitamins A, D, E, and K. 3. The MCTs in coconut meat have been shown to strengthen your gut bacteria, which may protect against inflammation and conditions like metabolic syndrome. . . Try my Coconut Lemon Bars! They only require 4 ingredients and are super easy to make. Plus, no baking required. . . This high-fiber healthy snack is perfect for those following a vegan, keto, paleo or IBS diet. . . 🍋INGREDIENTS: 3 cups shredded coconut, unsweetened @earths_choice 1 cup coconut oil, melted 1/4 cup honey (replace with a low-carb sweetener for keto/low-carb bars) 4 drops lemon essential oil (food-grade) @younglivingcanada OR 1 tsp. lemon extract @simplyorganicfoods . . 🥥INSTRUCTIONS: 👉Line an 8 x 8-inch or 8 x 10-inch pan or glass tupperware with parchment paper and set aside. 👉 In a large bowl, add ingredients and mix into a thick batter. If it’s too crumbly, add a little extra honey or a tiny bit of water. 👉Pour the mixture into the lined pan/tupperware. Using your hands or a spoon, press firmly into place. Refrigerate or freeze until firm. Cut into bars and enjoy! . . #JDsKitchen

🍋Cold Lemon Hibiscus Tea🌺 . . The antioxidant liquid you want to be drinking! . . Hibiscus is full of antioxidants that fight free radical damage caused by exposure to food and environmental toxins. . . I steep this tea in a mason jar, store it in the fridge overnight then add fresh sliced lemon to it in the morning. It's awesome to sip on throughout the day! . . 🍋INGREDIENTS🌺 1 bag hibiscus tea @herbs.and.tea (2 bags for large mason jar) 1/2 lemon (thinly sliced) . . INSTRUCTIONS: 👉 Add tea bag to a mason jar filled with hot water. Cover with lid and set aside on counter. 👉 Once tea has cooled, remove tea bag and refrigerate until cold. 👉 Add sliced lemon to mason jar and enjoy! . . #JDsKitchen

🐟☀️Did you know? Wild salmon is high in Vitamin D. . . On average, wild-caught salmon contains 988 IU of vitamin D per 3.5-ounce or 165% of the RDI. Some studies have found as high as 1,300 IU per serving! . . Up to 50% of the world’s population may not get enough sun causing many people to be deficient in vitamin D. This is partly because people spend more time indoors, wear sunblock outside and eat a Western diet low in good sources of this vitamin. . . Vitamin D deficiency is linked to everything from skin problems to weight gain to autoimmune disease to cancerand heart disease. . . This stresses the need for all of us to get plenty of sun exposure, and supplement or eat vitamin D-rich foods, such as wild salmon, on a regular basis. . . Give my Wild Salmon with Pesto recipe a try. Some great sides to pair with this dish are Cauliflower “Rice”, Sauteed Garlic Chard or Arugula Salad (find these recipes on my blog) . . 🐟Wild Salmon with Pesto🌿 . . INGREDIENTS: (serves 2-3) 🌿1 lb wild sockeye salmon fillet 🌿3 tbsp. Dairy Free Pesto (see previous post) 🌿Sea salt . . INSTRUCTIONS: 👉 Preheat oven to 425. 👉 Wash and pat dry salmon with a paper towel. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and sprinkle with sea salt. 👉 Bake salmon for 10-minutes then remove from oven, spread pesto onto salmon fillet and bake for 5 more minutes. Remove from oven and serve. . . #JDsKitchen

🥥Coconut Lemon Muffins🍋 . . OMG these muffins are ridiculously good and SO easy to make. By far one of my favourite recipes to date. You NEED to make them - they will change your world 💛 . . ✔️Gluten & grain free ✔️Paleo & low-carb ✔️Dairy free ✔️IBS friendly ✔️Quality protein & healthy fats ✔️Fresh & flavourful ✔️Healthy snack or breakfast option . . INGREDIENTS: (makes 12-16 muffins) 🥥6 free run eggs 🍋1/2 cup coconut flour, sifted @earths_choice 🥥1/2 cup coconut oil, melted @spectrumorganic 🍋1 lemon, zest and juice 🥥1/4 cup honey 🍋1 tsp vanilla extract @simplyorganicfoods 🥥1/2 tsp sea salt 🍋1/4 tsp baking powder . . INSTRUCTIONS: 👉 Preheat oven to 350. 👉Add and mix all dry ingredients in one bowl and all wet ingredients in a separate bowl. 👉 Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and whisk together thoroughly until a thick smooth batter is formed. 👉 Grease muffin tins with coconut oil or use liners. Fill muffin tins 3/4 of the way full with batter. 👉 Bake for 25 min. . . Make a batch, freeze them and grab one whenever you need quick and healthy fuel. They thaw out quick. Or store them in the fridge if you plan on consuming them within a week or so. . . #JDsKitchen

🙋🏻‍♀️Do you have IBS or gut issues — like gas, bloating, constipation, diarrhea or heartburn? 🙋🏻‍♂️Are you struggling to lose weight – and keep it off – despite trying a long list of trendy diets? 🙋🏼‍♀️Are you looking for a sustainable approach to weight loss and better health that gives you long-term and lasting results? . . This e-book is for you if you’re ready for a simple way to heal your gut, lose weight and feel great! . . Here’s what you’ll find in this e-book: 🥑32 dessert-inspired smoothie recipes for the Winter, Spring, Summer & Fall (print & keep in your kitchen) 🌱5 gut healing smoothie ingredients 💩4 ways to tweak your smoothie if you’re experiencing gut issues 🍒9 hacks for creating YOUR perfect smoothie 🥥A quick-start shopping list (print & take to the store) 🥬Info on protein powders & blenders (along with Jen’s top recommendations) 🍌Recipe modifications & tips 🍓Plus more great info. . . 👍These smoothies are low-carb, keto, paleo, vegan and IBS friendly. . . ❓How to incorporate these smoothies into your daily routine... . . Replace one meal a day (breakfast, lunch or dinner) with any of the smoothie recipes in this e-book. It’s best to replace meals that are low in nutrients and/or high in carbs, sugar or processed ingredients. . . For example, most people decide to replace breakfast with a smoothie since it’s a quick and easy meal to prepare for the morning rush. Common morning foods – cereal, toast, bagels, granola bars, juice – are not only very high in sugar and carbohydrates, but low in protein and healthy fats. Replacing these nutrient-poor foods with nutrient-rich smoothies will work wonders for your body. Feel free to replace more than one meal a day with a smoothie if it works well for your lifestyle. . . 📗Get this e-book for just $10 >> LINK IN BIO.

🍋 Lemon Chia Seed Pudding . . Did you know? Chia seeds are a great plant-based food to help with weight loss. . . Chia seeds rank high on the list of plant-based protein foods, making them great for putting on lean muscle, burning fat, and managing hunger and appetite. . . Studies show that increasing your intake of protein can promote weight loss by curbing cravings and therefore reducing your caloric intake. Other research shows that following a high-protein diet rich in foods like chia seeds could reduce the hunger stimulating hormone, ghrelin. . . If you’re looking for an easy and delicious way to add protein-rich chia seeds into your diet, I highly recommend chia seed pudding. It makes for a great snack or dessert! . . INGREDIENTS: (serves 2-3) 🍋2 cups almond or coconut milk (unsweetened) @silk 🍋6 tbsp. chia seeds @pranasnacks 🍋3-4 drops lemon essential oil (food-grade) @younglivingcanada or 1 tsp. lemon extract 🍋2 tsp. honey 🍋Coconut flakes (optional topping – 1 tsp./serving) . . INSTRUCTIONS: 👉Whisk all ingredients in a bowl until well combined. 👉Store in a glass container or jar in the fridge. Let sit for a minimum of 1-hr before consuming. The longer you let the chia seeds soak the more delicious this pudding becomes (I like to soak them overnight). 👉Sprinkle with coconut flakes and enjoy! . . #JDsKitchen

Easy Dairy Free Pesto 🌿 . . Is your herb garden bursting with the amazing aroma of fresh basil? Or maybe you just love the smell and taste of this beautiful herb? . . Summer is the perfect time to create fresh and flavourful pesto sauce since you can easily find fresh basil in the grocery stores, at farmer’s markets and in your own backyard if you’re the green thumb type! . . From time to time I make a batch of pesto and store it in a small mason jar in my fridge. This makes it super easy to add fresh flavour to almost all my dishes throughout the week. . . Pesto goes great with a variety of whole foods including; 🌿Spaghetti squash and zucchini noodles 🌿Seafood & fish (including canned fish) 🌿Chicken & pork 🌿Eggs 🌿Potatoes and other veggies . . ❓DID YOU KNOW? Traditionally, basil has been used to help reduce bloating and water retention, stomach cramps, acid reflux, and even to kill stomach worms or parasites. In addition, basil can help restore the body’s proper pH by balancing acid levels. Healthy bacteria can flourish in the gut when acid levels are balanced which leads to better digestion and a stronger immune system. . . Give my Easy Dairy Free Pesto recipe a try. It’s great for those following a paleo, vegan, or dairy free diet. . . 🌿INGREDIENTS: 2 cups fresh basil leaves, packed 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/3 cup pine nuts 3 garlic cloves 1/4 tsp. sea salt 1/8 tsp. freshly ground black pepper . . INSTRUCTIONS: 👉Pulse basil, pine nuts and garlic in food processor. Scrape sides if needed. 👉Slowly stream in olive oil as the food processor is running. Scrape sides occasionally. 👉Stir in sea salt and black pepper after processing. 👉Use right away or store in an air-tight jar in the fridge for use later. Use within 4 days or store in the freezer for up to a month.

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