Dinner Table Talk

I want to end the year with some real talk. One of the questions I get asked most frequently about the recipes in Your Dinner is Planned is, “What’s the portion size?” Here’s my answer: it doesn’t matter. “What?! Jazzy, how can you say that?!” Here’s the deal: I find that usually when people are focusing on portion sizes, they’re focusing on the wrong things. It’s so important to understand how food affects your body… but when we start to focus on how we feel, portion sizes become irrelevant. Focusing on how you feel teaches you to tune into your body and stop being so hung up on counting calories, following rules, and feeling stressed out. I’m breaking this down more on today’s episode of the Dinner Table Talk podcast! Resources: Follow JazzyThings on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jazzythings

Free Dessert Friday: Strawberry Granola Bars Follow JazzyThings on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jazzythings

You know what sucks? Boring and bland food. You know what doesn’t suck? COOKING WITH WINE! Whether you love to drink it or not (I’m in the "not" camp), wine can add such great flavor to your dishes.  And here’s the best part…it doesn’t have to be complicated! I’m breaking down five simple ways to incorporate wine into your cooking for added flavor on today’s episode of the Dinner Table Talk Podcast. Resources: Follow JazzyThings on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jazzythings

Free Dessert Friday: Chocolate Crinkle Cookies   Follow JazzyThings on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jazzythings

How many times have you felt “stuck”? It happens to all of us. There you are, going along in your life, and suddenly you’re looking around and you’re feeling just… well, stuck! You feel like you can’t move forward. You feel like you can’t achieve your goals. You feel like you can’t try the new thing you’ve been wanting to try. I spend a lot of time working with people who feel stuck. And you know what I’ve realized? The number one reason you’re feeling stuck is because of your perception of fear. It’s how you’re perceiving the unknown. It’s those squirmies in your stomach, that shortness of breath, those sweaty palms… that’s all your perception of what’s happening. And we’re going to talk about this perception and how to face it on today’s episode of the Dinner Table Talk Podcast. You are 100% capable of achieving EVERYTHING you want… without feeling “stuck”. It starts right here, right now. Are you in? I believe in you!   Resources: Follow JazzyThings on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jazzythings

Free Dessert Friday: Peanut Butter Banana Bread   Follow JazzyThings on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jazzythings

We are well into the holiday season, my friend. And even if you don’t celebrate any of the holidays in December, it seems like we’re surrounded by delicious holiday food, doesn’t it? Now listen… you know I’m all about a balanced, sustainable approach to living a healthy lifestyle (I even did an entire podcast episode about how to have a balanced approach to the holidays!). But what if you could still enjoy your favorite holiday meals, but healthified and with a little more substance? On today’s episode of the Dinner Table Talk podcast, I’m giving you five ways to implement healthy holiday substitutes in your favorite dishes. This is not about cutting out those delicious holiday foods. Instead, we’re talking about how to utilize ingredients and substitutions that have value instead of just empty calories, while still keeping all of the deliciousness and indulgence of your favorite holiday dishes. Happy Holidays!   Resources:   Follow JazzyThings on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jazzythings

Free Dessert Friday: Macadamia Cake Follow JazzyThings on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jazzythings

If you’ve been following me on Instagram, then you know that every week, my husband and I volunteer at a local animal shelter where we take the dogs on hikes! Now here’s the deal... Before I volunteered at the shelter, I really didn’t want to volunteer at the shelter. I felt sad about the animals, so I just didn’t take action. I thought I’d be too sad and it would be too hard for me. Spoiler alert: volunteering and making a difference actually isn’t about you. It’s something I had to learn, and it’s exactly what we’re talking about on today’s episode of the Dinner Table Talk podcast. You have the opportunity to create massive impact in this world. I guarantee you that the only thing that’s standing in your way is YOU. Let’s change that, shall we? Here’s to changing the world!   Follow JazzyThings on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jazzythings

Free Dessert Friday: Lemon Poppyseed Cookies Follow JazzyThings on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jazzythings  

Do you find that you tend to sacrifice your health goals when you travel? I feel you, trust me. If you know me, you know I LOVE to travel. Now, when I’m travelling internationally, I typically have one major goal: eat as much delicious food as possible (okay, okay… and stay active, explore the sights, etc.). But here’s the thing — I also travel a good bit domestically. And I found that given I travel so much, I was getting WAY off track with my goals, because I kept telling myself, I’ll just get back on track when I get home… but I was never home! Sound familiar? On today’s episode of the Dinner Table Talk podcast, I’m sharing 6 tips for traveling with food so you can stick with your goals (and even save some money) when you’re traveling!   Follow JazzyThings on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jazzythings    

Free Dessert Friday: Mint Milkshake Follow JazzyThings on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jazzythings

The holidays are upon us! It’s time for food, family, friends, fun, and… more food. Are you someone who gets stressed out about all of the “temptation” during this time? Do you feel like you have to worry sticking with your goals? Do you feel guilty when you indulge? You’re not alone! I hear this from so many people (and have dealt with it myself). But here’s a secret: you actually can have a balanced approach to the holidays — and it starts by changing your mindset. On today’s episode of the Dinner Table Talk podcast, I’m sharing some tips for nixing the stress around the holidays + food. Now, these are not your typical tips you’d find on Google. I’m not going to talk about portion sizes, drinking tons of water, supplements, or making your plate smaller. Instead, we’re going to get REAL about your holiday food thoughts and make a change. Happy Holidays, my friend! Follow JazzyThings on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jazzythings    

Free Dessert Friday: Peach Pie Pockets   Follow JazzyThings on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jazzythings

Let’s all be honest… how many spices, seasoning, and herbs are sitting in your pantry right now that haven’t been used in at least 6 months? We all have those spices that we collect and never throw away. They sit there in the back of our cupboard lonely and begging to be used! So let’s spice things up, shall we? Using new spices can add a ton of new and interesting flavor both to new recipes and those you’ve made a hundred times (like chicken!). Today on the Dinner Table Talk podcast, I’m sharing 25 different spices and how you can actually use them! If you’re seeking to add new flavors to your dishes, or you’re eating the same thing over and over again, or you just want some inspiration, this episode is for you! Do you have certain spices or flavors you like to use in your recipes? Let me know on Instagram! DM me or share it on your Story and tag me, @JazzyThings, so I can get inspired, too!   Follow JazzyThings on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jazzythings

Free Dessert Friday: Protein Cookie Dough   Follow JazzyThings on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jazzythings

I freaking LOVE water. I mean, I really, truly LOVE it. I have it with breakfast, with snacks, in between snacks, when I’m out, when I’m at home — basically all the time! Now, because I love water, I don’t have any difficulty drinking it. But I do realize that most people don’t love water like I do and may have trouble staying hydrated. Sound familiar? Staying hydrated is so important to our health. It impacts our skin, our digestion, our sleep habits — so much! This is exactly why I’m breaking down 12 easy tips to drink more water on today’s episode of the Dinner Table Talk podcast! Whether you like water enough to drink it throughout the day or you absolutely detest it, chances are, you need to be drinking more water than you are now. My challenge to you is take just ONE of these simple tips and start implementing it today. Are you in?   Here’s to staying hydrated!   Follow JazzyThings on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jazzythings

Free Dessert Friday: Double Chocolate Cake   Follow JazzyThings on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jazzythings

Whaaat? A podcast about the F-word?! Okay, you caught me… obviously this podcast isn’t about that F-word. I’m talking about a different F-word — a 3 letter F-word that will change your life! I’m talking about FUN. When was the last time you had massive fun? Is it something that happens daily? Weekly? On today’s episode of the Dinner Table Talk podcast, I’m challenging you to have massive fun (especially during those everyday tasks you might dread). Whether it’s fitness, cooking, sitting in the kiddos carpool, cleaning the house, or some other task you do regularly, we’re about to spice things up. Because what’s life without a little fun? Here’s to having a blast!   Follow JazzyThings on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jazzythings

Free Dessert Friday: Oatmeal Raisin Cookies   Follow JazzyThings on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jazzythings