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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

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    February 6, 2024

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    September 18, 2022

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    September 16, 2022

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

    September 14, 2022

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

    August 16, 2022

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A little reminder to put yourself on your own prio A little reminder to put yourself on your own priority list. 💗

Just went for my yearly breast screening. I know firsthand how important these appointments are, and how much anxiety can come with the waiting and the what-ifs.

Showing up for your health matters. Early detection matters. And so does advocating for yourself.

Of course, I kept up with my favourite tradition of treating myself to a little something after my appointment. ☕️Because taking care of yourself deserves a little reward, too!

Consider this your gentle nudge to book that screening and keep that appointment.

Take care of yourself, much love and always #staygutsy 💜xo #cancer #screening #advocacy
Pretty sure Husbo made all these faces this past w Pretty sure Husbo made all these faces this past week alone 😂
…still loves me tho 🫶🏻

#husband #marriagehumor #patience
November 4🙏🏻 It’s been 4 years since my cancer di November 4🙏🏻
It’s  been 4 years since my cancer diagnosis.

Four years later, my heart knows a gratitude that words will never fully capture. 🥹

A journey of healing, growth, resilience and becoming someone I never knew I could be.

I’m grateful for the life I get to live, the lessons, the people, my medical teams, the growth, and the privilege of being here to share my story.

My heart is with those still fighting, and with those who should still be here fighting alongside us.

I’ll keep using my voice, advocating, raising awareness and reminding others that their stories matter.

Still healing. Still growing. Still living. Still gutsy. 

Much love and thank you for being here 💙xo

#cancer #healing #survivor #ostomy #advocate
Super proud of our girl for always putting herself Super proud of our girl for always putting herself out there on the mats. 

We see how hard you work
We see the pressure you carry, the sacrifices you make, and all the things you handle without ever asking for recognition.

We hope you never forget that you are loved, appreciated, and deeply admired.
Not for what you provide.
Not for what you do.
But simply for who you are. 🤍

Thank you to her coaches, professors, and team mates for all the support, encouragement, and love🙏🏻

Oss 🤙🏻 

#jiujitsu
This November, I’m choosing to slow down, be prese This November, I’m choosing to slow down, be present, and make more room for gratitude. Not the kind that pretends everything is perfect, but the kind that allows space for both the beautiful moments and the difficult ones.

So here’s to softer days, deeper connections, genuine gratitude, and being a little kinder to ourselves along the way.

Drop a 🤍 if you’re choosing gratitude this month

Much love and #staygutsy xo

#gratitude #november
Happy Halloween from SpongeBob, Patrick, and Squid Happy Halloween from SpongeBob, Patrick, and Squidward!!

🎃🎃🎃🎃

#halloween #spongebob
🍲 HIGH-PROTEIN, LOW-CARB SAUSAGE SOUP In case yo 🍲 HIGH-PROTEIN, LOW-CARB SAUSAGE SOUP 

In case you missed my IG stories over the weekend, or if you were one of the many asking me for the recipe after I shared it… here it is! ☺️

This creamy, cozy sausage soup is packed with flavour, protein, and veggies …the perfect comforting meal that still fits your healthy lifestyle. 

Made with savory pork sausage, cabbage, carrots, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and rich beef bone broth, all finished with a splash of cream and freshly grated Parmesan. SO GOOD!

INGREDIENTS

* 1 lb pork sausage, casings removed
* 1 medium onion, diced
* 3 carrots, chopped 
* 3 garlic cloves, minced
* 2 tbsp tomato paste
* 3 tbsp sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
* 1 tsp each garlic powder, onion powder, paprika & Italian seasoning
* Salt & pepper, to taste
* 5 cups chopped green cabbage
* 4 cups beef bone broth
* 1 handful baby spinach
* ½ cup heavy cream
* ⅓ cup freshly grated Parmesan

HOW TO MAKE IT

1. Brown the sausage in a large pot, breaking it into crumbles.
2. Add onion and carrots; cook until softened. Stir in garlic, tomato paste, sun-dried tomatoes, and seasonings.
3. Add cabbage and beef bone broth. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 20–25 minutes, until the veggies are tender.
4. Stir in spinach, heavy cream, and Parmesan. Simmer for another 2–3 minutes.
5. Serve warm with extra freshly grated Parmesan

Enjoy! 

Much love and #staygutsy 💜xo

#soup #lowcarb #bonebroth
CHOCOLATE QUINOA CRUNCH BITES 🍫 These homemade ch CHOCOLATE QUINOA CRUNCH BITES 🍫

These homemade chocolate quinoa bites are my kind of treat: easy to make, naturally delicious, and made with ingredients you probably already have in your pantry.

The secret ingredient? TAHINI! 😍

That creamy sesame goodness paired with rich chocolate and crunchy quinoa is such a delicious combo.

INGREDIENTS

* ½ cup quinoa (I got mine at @costco_canada )
* 1 cup chocolate chips (I used @enjoylifefoods )
* ⅔ cup tahini (or your favourite nut or seed butter!)

Optional: 1–2 tbsp coconut oil for a smoother chocolate mixture.

HOW TO MAKE THEM

1. Toast your quinoa in a pan over medium heat. When its popping and golden, it’s ready!
2. Melt the chocolate chips gently, adding coconut oil if desired.
3. Stir in the tahini until smooth and creamy.
4. Fold in the quinoa until everything is coated in chocolatey goodness.
5. Spoon into silicone moulds
6. Freeze for 2 hours, until firm.

Pop them out, take a bite, and try not to eat them all at once. 

✨ WHY MY FAMILY LOVES THEM
✔️ Quinoa provides plant-based protein and fibre
✔️ Tahini brings creamy sesame flavour and some healthy fats
✔️ Easy to customize with almond butter, peanut butter, cashew butter, or sunflower seed butter
✔️ Perfect for keeping in the fridge or freezer for when a chocolate craving hits

💌 Save this recipe and use it as part of your Sunday #mealprep 

Much love and #staygutsy 💜xo

#chocolate #quinoa #healthyrecipes
A moment that felt like Hozier’s yell 🥹 Today, I A moment that felt like Hozier’s yell 🥹

Today, I had the honour of joining an incredible group of panelists at Colorectal Cancer Canada’s Patient-Centered Approach to Clinical Trials conference in Montreal, discussing a question close to my heart: “Why Patients Need More Trials Now.”

I felt so honoured to share the stage with people working toward a future where patients have more options, more hope, and a greater voice in the research that affects their lives.

As someone who has lived with IBD (ulcerative colitis) for most of my life, participated in clinical trials, and faced a colorectal cancer diagnosis, I know what it feels like to need another option. To hope for something new when the things you’ve tried haven’t worked. To want more answers and more possibilities.

That’s why this work matters to me. Clinical trials aren’t just data or research. They represent hope, possibilities, and potentially life-changing options for real people.

When I started Gutsy Girl Diaries, I wanted to share my story so others wouldn’t feel so alone in theirs. I never imagined it would lead to moments like this: sitting at the table, sharing the patient perspective, and advocating for change.

Today felt bigger than a panel discussion. It felt like a reminder of why I use my voice, even when sharing the hard parts of my story feels vulnerable.

Patients deserve a seat at the table. We deserve to help shape the research, the conversations, and the future of the treatments we may one day depend on.

Here’s to more trials. More patient voices. More possibilities.
More collaboration.

Some moments deserve a quiet thank you. Others deserve a full Hozier yell. This one deserves the yell. 💙💙

Much love and #staygutsy xo

#pact2026 #clinicaltrials #ai #colorectalcancer
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A little reminder to put yourself on your own prio A little reminder to put yourself on your own priority list. 💗

Just went for my yearly breast screening. I know firsthand how important these appointments are, and how much anxiety can come with the waiting and the what-ifs.

Showing up for your health matters. Early detection matters. And so does advocating for yourself.

Of course, I kept up with my favourite tradition of treating myself to a little something after my appointment. ☕️Because taking care of yourself deserves a little reward, too!

Consider this your gentle nudge to book that screening and keep that appointment.

Take care of yourself, much love and always #staygutsy 💜xo #cancer #screening #advocacy
Pretty sure Husbo made all these faces this past w Pretty sure Husbo made all these faces this past week alone 😂
…still loves me tho 🫶🏻

#husband #marriagehumor #patience
November 4🙏🏻 It’s been 4 years since my cancer di November 4🙏🏻
It’s  been 4 years since my cancer diagnosis.

Four years later, my heart knows a gratitude that words will never fully capture. 🥹

A journey of healing, growth, resilience and becoming someone I never knew I could be.

I’m grateful for the life I get to live, the lessons, the people, my medical teams, the growth, and the privilege of being here to share my story.

My heart is with those still fighting, and with those who should still be here fighting alongside us.

I’ll keep using my voice, advocating, raising awareness and reminding others that their stories matter.

Still healing. Still growing. Still living. Still gutsy. 

Much love and thank you for being here 💙xo

#cancer #healing #survivor #ostomy #advocate
Super proud of our girl for always putting herself Super proud of our girl for always putting herself out there on the mats. 

We see how hard you work
We see the pressure you carry, the sacrifices you make, and all the things you handle without ever asking for recognition.

We hope you never forget that you are loved, appreciated, and deeply admired.
Not for what you provide.
Not for what you do.
But simply for who you are. 🤍

Thank you to her coaches, professors, and team mates for all the support, encouragement, and love🙏🏻

Oss 🤙🏻 

#jiujitsu
This November, I’m choosing to slow down, be prese This November, I’m choosing to slow down, be present, and make more room for gratitude. Not the kind that pretends everything is perfect, but the kind that allows space for both the beautiful moments and the difficult ones.

So here’s to softer days, deeper connections, genuine gratitude, and being a little kinder to ourselves along the way.

Drop a 🤍 if you’re choosing gratitude this month

Much love and #staygutsy xo

#gratitude #november
Happy Halloween from SpongeBob, Patrick, and Squid Happy Halloween from SpongeBob, Patrick, and Squidward!!

🎃🎃🎃🎃

#halloween #spongebob
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