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    Chia Breakfast Cookies (Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Vegan)

    February 19, 2021

    Cookies for breakfast… now that I have your attention, let me put you on to these healthy chia breakfast cookies! These chia cookies are made with hearty ingredients like oats and chia seeds which make them perfect for breakfast because they will keep you full or even as a satisfying snack whenever you get a…

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    Flourless Chocolate Chip Blondies (Gluten, Grain, and Dairy Free, Vegan)

    February 20, 2020

    This recipe is legit the only blondie recipe you will ever make…EVER. It is so easy and so tasty….and it has a secret ingredient…. C H I C K P E A S Eating whole chickpeas is a no-go for me … they are hard on my tummy so I don’t eat them unless they…

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Hi! I’m Nadia. I’m a UC warrior, mama of 2, and a foodie! I’m here to share my story, raise awareness and empower others to live fearlessly with IBD . Here you will find gut healthy recipes and strategies to help you on your journey to personal wellness!

Latest Posts

  • Simple Chicken Salad on Rice Cakes (Gluten Free)

    February 6, 2024

  • Pumpkin Risotto with Bacon (Gluten Free, Lactose Free)

    September 18, 2022

  • Pumpkin Spice Loaf with Maple Glaze (Gluten Free, Dairy Free)

    September 16, 2022

  • Chocolate Covered Dates (Gluten Free, Grain Free, Dairy Free)

    September 14, 2022

  • Healthy recipes

    Mango – Coconut Popsicles (Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Grain Free)

    August 16, 2022

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It’s been a minute since I’ve done a #twocenttuesd It’s been a minute since I’ve done a #twocenttuesday post .. 

The train station theory:

Life is a train station. 
People get on. People get off. You get on. You get off.

Some ride with you for one stop, 
others for a few stations. 
And a rare few the whole journey.

The key is knowing who to hold onto and who to let go of. 

Because the right ones they won’t make you question your place on the train.

And if you board the wrong train, get off at the next station. Because the longer you stay on the wrong path, the more it costs.

Just my two cents for today 🙏🏻

Much love and #staygutsy 💜xo

 #trainstation
🐣🍪Mini Egg Cookies🍪🐣 These soft, chewy cookies a 🐣🍪Mini Egg Cookies🍪🐣 

These soft, chewy cookies are loaded with micro mini eggs…the ultimate Easter treat 💛 

 Ingredients: 
• 1/2 cup butter, softened (not fully melted) 
• 1/3 cup cane sugar 
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar 
• 1 egg, room temperature 
• 1 tsp vanilla 
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 
• 1/2 tsp salt 
• 1/2 tsp baking soda 
• 3/4 cup micro mini Cadbury eggs 

 Directions: 
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). 
2. Cream together butter, cane sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. 
3. Add egg and vanilla, mix until just combined (don’t overmix). 
4. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, salt, and baking soda. 
5. Add dry ingredients to wet and mix until combined. 
6. Mix in the micro mini eggs 
7. Scoop dough onto a lined baking sheet (large or small scoops). 
8. Bake: 
 • Large cookies: 15–17 mins 
 • Small cookies: 10–12 mins 
9. Edges should be lightly golden, centers soft. Cool on a rack. 

💡 Makes about 11-12 large cookies or ~24 smaller ones 

Wishing you all a blessed Easter full of hope, renewal, and a little extra sweetness. 🙏🏻✝️

Much love and #staygutsy 💜xo

#gutsygirldiaries #happyeaster #cookies
You won’t believe these pancakes are made with cot You won’t believe these pancakes are made with cottage cheese… 🤯🥞 

Fluffy, slightly sweet, and packed with protein..no protein powder needed. This is your new go-to breakfast…or breakfast for dinner !

✨ Save this recipe! ✨ 

• 1 cup cottage cheese 
• 3 eggs 
• 1 tsp vanilla 
• 1 tbsp maple syrup 
• 1 1/4 cup flour 
• 2 tsp baking powder 
• 1/4 tsp salt 
• 2 tbsp avocado oil 
• 2 tbsp milk 

👩‍🍳 Blend wet ingredients → mix with dry → cook on medium heat → flip → cover the pan after flipping so the steam cooks them through (the batter is thick!) → done in minutes.

Top with maple syrup + berries and thank me later 😍 

Much love and #staygutsy 💜xo

#pancakes #breakfast #cottagecheese
Feeling confident, supported, and completely mysel Feeling confident, supported, and completely myself 💁🏻‍♀️

I’ve been loving this SculptRib Cotton Tank from @knix !

It’s seriously a game changer. It’s bra-optional (yes, really!), with a comfort-first contouring design that smooths and enhances without feeling tight or restrictive.

For me, that’s everything. Living with an ostomy means I’m extra mindful of how clothes feel on my body, and this tank gives me that perfect balance of support and softness without putting pressure where I don’t want it. It gently hugs in all the right places while still feeling breathable and easy for everyday wear.

✔️ Built-in support (no padding or bulky bras needed)
✔️ Soft ribbed fabric that moves with you
✔️ Fitted, flattering silhouette
✔️ Designed for all-day comfort

This is the kind of piece that just works, whether I’m at home, out running errands, or dressing it up a bit 💕

If you’ve been looking for something supportive but not restrictive, this is it.

👉🏻Shop it through the link in my bio

Much love and #staygutsy 💜xo

#knix #knixambassador #gutsygirldiaries
Super proud of our girl for bringing home the silv Super proud of our girl for bringing home the silver medal today at her Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu tournament! 🥈

This moment is the result of a long journey on the mats, with hours of training, pushing through tough days, and showing incredible grit, perseverance, determination, and dedication. Watching her grow stronger not just as an athlete but as a person has been the greatest reward.

Every challenge and every lesson helped shape this moment. We couldn’t be prouder of the heart she shows every time she steps onto the mat.

Keep chasing your goals, keep believing in yourself, and remember that hard work, resilience, and dedication always lead to something great. Oss 💪🏻🥋

 #bjj #brazilianjiujítsu
Honouring the women who came before us and raising Honouring the women who came before us and raising the ones who will go further.

May our daughters grow with confidence, clarity, and an unshakeable sense of who they are 💪🏻

Happy International Women’s Day 💕
#iwd2026 #staygutsy
Behind every colorectal cancer statistic is someon Behind every colorectal cancer statistic is someone’s story. 💙

Colorectal cancer doesn’t just affect “someone else.”It affects our friends, our parents, our partners, our communities… and sometimes ourselves.

Today I’m wearing blue for Dress in Blue Day…
for the people fighting, the survivors, the thrivers, and the families standing beside them. 

Colorectal cancer is one of the most common cancers in Canada …but when caught early, it’s highly treatable.

Awareness matters. Conversations matter. Screening matters.

Who are you wearing blue for today?💙

#colorectalcancer #march6 #dressinblueday
Happy 12th Birthday to our not so little firecrack Happy 12th Birthday to our not so little firecracker 💙 🎉
#march6
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month 💙 This March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month 💙

This month always hits differently. I am here because I was diagnosed with colorectal cancer and I survived it. Not everyone does, and that truth is why I continue to share my story, even when it’s hard.

I am posting for those hearing the word cancer for the first time. For those currently in the fight. For survivors learning how to live in their after. For caregivers loving someone through the unimaginable. And for those we have lost to colon cancer. You are never forgotten.

💙 You are never too young
💙 Colon cancer does not discriminate
💙 Symptoms can be quiet or not there at all
💙 Getting screened can save your life

If this post resonates with you, please take action. Talk to your doctor. Get screened. Share this with someone you love. One conversation, one appointment, one post could save a life.

Much love and #staygutsy 💙

#gutsygirldiaries #getchecked #colorectalcancerawareness #coloncancerawarenessmonth
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gutsygirldiaries

It’s been a minute since I’ve done a #twocenttuesd It’s been a minute since I’ve done a #twocenttuesday post .. 

The train station theory:

Life is a train station. 
People get on. People get off. You get on. You get off.

Some ride with you for one stop, 
others for a few stations. 
And a rare few the whole journey.

The key is knowing who to hold onto and who to let go of. 

Because the right ones they won’t make you question your place on the train.

And if you board the wrong train, get off at the next station. Because the longer you stay on the wrong path, the more it costs.

Just my two cents for today 🙏🏻

Much love and #staygutsy 💜xo

 #trainstation
🐣🍪Mini Egg Cookies🍪🐣 These soft, chewy cookies a 🐣🍪Mini Egg Cookies🍪🐣 

These soft, chewy cookies are loaded with micro mini eggs…the ultimate Easter treat 💛 

 Ingredients: 
• 1/2 cup butter, softened (not fully melted) 
• 1/3 cup cane sugar 
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar 
• 1 egg, room temperature 
• 1 tsp vanilla 
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 
• 1/2 tsp salt 
• 1/2 tsp baking soda 
• 3/4 cup micro mini Cadbury eggs 

 Directions: 
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). 
2. Cream together butter, cane sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. 
3. Add egg and vanilla, mix until just combined (don’t overmix). 
4. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, salt, and baking soda. 
5. Add dry ingredients to wet and mix until combined. 
6. Mix in the micro mini eggs 
7. Scoop dough onto a lined baking sheet (large or small scoops). 
8. Bake: 
 • Large cookies: 15–17 mins 
 • Small cookies: 10–12 mins 
9. Edges should be lightly golden, centers soft. Cool on a rack. 

💡 Makes about 11-12 large cookies or ~24 smaller ones 

Wishing you all a blessed Easter full of hope, renewal, and a little extra sweetness. 🙏🏻✝️

Much love and #staygutsy 💜xo

#gutsygirldiaries #happyeaster #cookies
You won’t believe these pancakes are made with cot You won’t believe these pancakes are made with cottage cheese… 🤯🥞 

Fluffy, slightly sweet, and packed with protein..no protein powder needed. This is your new go-to breakfast…or breakfast for dinner !

✨ Save this recipe! ✨ 

• 1 cup cottage cheese 
• 3 eggs 
• 1 tsp vanilla 
• 1 tbsp maple syrup 
• 1 1/4 cup flour 
• 2 tsp baking powder 
• 1/4 tsp salt 
• 2 tbsp avocado oil 
• 2 tbsp milk 

👩‍🍳 Blend wet ingredients → mix with dry → cook on medium heat → flip → cover the pan after flipping so the steam cooks them through (the batter is thick!) → done in minutes.

Top with maple syrup + berries and thank me later 😍 

Much love and #staygutsy 💜xo

#pancakes #breakfast #cottagecheese
Feeling confident, supported, and completely mysel Feeling confident, supported, and completely myself 💁🏻‍♀️

I’ve been loving this SculptRib Cotton Tank from @knix !

It’s seriously a game changer. It’s bra-optional (yes, really!), with a comfort-first contouring design that smooths and enhances without feeling tight or restrictive.

For me, that’s everything. Living with an ostomy means I’m extra mindful of how clothes feel on my body, and this tank gives me that perfect balance of support and softness without putting pressure where I don’t want it. It gently hugs in all the right places while still feeling breathable and easy for everyday wear.

✔️ Built-in support (no padding or bulky bras needed)
✔️ Soft ribbed fabric that moves with you
✔️ Fitted, flattering silhouette
✔️ Designed for all-day comfort

This is the kind of piece that just works, whether I’m at home, out running errands, or dressing it up a bit 💕

If you’ve been looking for something supportive but not restrictive, this is it.

👉🏻Shop it through the link in my bio

Much love and #staygutsy 💜xo

#knix #knixambassador #gutsygirldiaries
Super proud of our girl for bringing home the silv Super proud of our girl for bringing home the silver medal today at her Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu tournament! 🥈

This moment is the result of a long journey on the mats, with hours of training, pushing through tough days, and showing incredible grit, perseverance, determination, and dedication. Watching her grow stronger not just as an athlete but as a person has been the greatest reward.

Every challenge and every lesson helped shape this moment. We couldn’t be prouder of the heart she shows every time she steps onto the mat.

Keep chasing your goals, keep believing in yourself, and remember that hard work, resilience, and dedication always lead to something great. Oss 💪🏻🥋

 #bjj #brazilianjiujítsu
Honouring the women who came before us and raising Honouring the women who came before us and raising the ones who will go further.

May our daughters grow with confidence, clarity, and an unshakeable sense of who they are 💪🏻

Happy International Women’s Day 💕
#iwd2026 #staygutsy
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