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Hey! I'm Kate, a holistic health and lifestyle coach. I practice nutritional healing and a total body approach to wellness. I believe we always have the ability to make healthy choices and design our lifestyle.

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Hands up if you’ve ever Googled ‘how to manage sugar cravings’? Battling the (refined) sugar addiction is tough – that stuff is addictive as heck! Plus, they put sugar in just about everything these days… even foods that aren’t even “sweet”. ⁣⠀ Cravings are driven by your brain’s need for a “reward”, not your body’s […]

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Have you been trying to lose body fat and gain muscle at the same time?⁣⁣⠀⠀⠀⠀ If I had a dollar for every time someone messaged me saying they wanted to “lose fat and build lean muscle”, then I’d be ROLLING in it! A lot of my clients tell me they want to do both. Like, […]

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Have you ever wondered why some people are successful on their weight loss journey and others aren’t? I know how frustrating it is to watch someone who is eating and exercising the same as you achieve their health and fitness goals while you remain stuck. There are SO many factors associated with successful weight loss […]

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Throughout my twenties, I struggled with acne, dark under eye circles, puffiness and a range of skin issues. All I wanted was naturally glowing skin like all the models on Instagram, but had no idea how to achieve it. Over the past few years I’ve overhauled my skincare routine and worked towards improving my skin […]

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Ahh summer. There’s no better time for ice-cold smoothies to enjoy while relaxing in the morning sun. And it’s not just about cooling off in hot weather. Delicious summer fruits are now in-season which means they are easier to find and cheaper to buy! Pro tip: try chopping and freezing all your ingredients before blending […]

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What if there was more to losing weight than what you eat and how you workout? If you’ve followed me for a while, you know that I advocate a holistic approach to healthy living; one that includes behavior change, building sustainable habits and recognizing the mind-body connection. If you’ve hit a weight loss plateau or […]

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plant based diet

Are you struggling to stay full and satisfied on a plant-based diet? Whether you’re fully plant-based or still transitioning, the key is to be mentally AND physically content after eating. 7 ways to stay satisfied on a plant-based diet: 1. Make sure you are eating enough Establish your caloric baseline and know what your unique […]

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So you binged last night. Now what? I’ve been there – that paralyzing moment when you wake up the next morning feeling ashamed of yourself and like you want to stay under the covers forever. How did I give into the urge AGAIN?  You make a promise not to eat much today and exercise for […]

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healthy vegan recipes

Can’t put down that post-dinner chocolate, cake or ice cream? If you need your daily dose of sweetness, there are plenty of healthy, plant-based dessert swaps you can make for a guilt-free treat!  I’m a pancake lover through and through, but I love getting creative with plant-based powerhouse ingredients like Medjool dates, cacao powder, oats, […]

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plant-based sausage patties

If, like me, you’re running on pantry staples like lentils, spices and whatever fresh veg you can get your hands on, give this recipe a go!  Plant-based sausage patties Recipe chili powder (1 tbsp) coriander (1 tbsp) cumin (1 tsp) dill (1 tsp) garbanzo bean flour (or flour of choice) (1/4 cup) lemon juice (1 […]

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