“WHAT GLUTEN FREE FOODS SHOULD I EAT BEFORE A LONG RUN?” Apparently that’s one of the top searches I get to my site. Maybe it’s because I’ve chatted about
The Importance of DHEA and an Omega-3 Packed Recipe!
So I have a new motto. Keep calm, and eat more F I S H. Yes, hear me out now! Ok? You see, the Kiwi and I have chosen a lifestyle that throws us a lot of
What We Eat to Maximize Recovery and Fight Oxidative Stress
What We Eat to Maximize Recovery and Fight Oxidative Stress Before I jump into today’s post, I’m thinking I better explain what oxidative stress is. Maybe
Why We Eat Resistant Starch for Gut Health
Why We Eat Resistant Starch for Gut Health. Health benefit and example recipes. This time around I want to talk about the wellness of your gut flora and the
Gluten Free Pre-Race Meal Ideas
I’ve been married to the kiwi for over 6 ½ years, which means I’ve made a lot of gluten free pre-race meals. Some have been at home, some have been in a
What the Heck is Sablefish and Why is it So Good for Us? Plus a Recipe!
If you follow me on instagram, you’ll see a lot of pictures of fish. Yes, we love our sablefish (SIZZLEFISH)! One of our favorite types of fish to eat is
Overnight Chia Matcha Smoothie
So as my husband (aka the kiwi) prepares himself for this first block of races, I will embrace the repetitive side and prepare for any and all chances.
Honey Bacon Rice Cakes and Carbohydrate Timing
Honey Bacon Rice Cakes and the Importance of Carbohydrates Timing! Today I’d like to share a little bit about carbohydrate timing, blood sugar, and cortisol
Feeding the Adrenals- Cherry Sleepytime Shake and Sea Salt
Okay, we’ve covered immunity and good gut flora to help fight adrenal fatigue, so let’s get to sleep solutions and the importance of trace minerals. Now, I am
Gluten Free Beet Potato Mash with Basil
Gluten free beet potato mash with Basil! A great side vegetable side dish rich in antioxidants and full of flavor! Easy to make and healthy. What's more
Maintaining Gut Health and Gluten Free Living
A few weeks ago I posted my story, my gluten-free story. And I might've left you hanging a bit. This past year has really been about hanging on. Or shall I say,
Gluten Free Training Food and Nutrition for Triathletes
Ahh yes, we’ve come to the end of the week. Feels good. And even though this has been a rest week for us, I’m still looking forward to a some what restful
More Tips for Kombucha Brewing and a Kombucha Kamp Giveaway
Okay here we go! Another Kombucha post. But this one will definitely benefit you, promise! Stay with me here. So remember how I’ve professed my love for
How to Fuel a Professional Triathlete for Race Season
I always joke with my husband that feeding him (during hard training and race season) is like feeding a family of four. And when we go do training camps or have
Health and Healing Pin it Party
Well, my class rocked it yesterday! 300 burpee variations done! I was impressed with who all came. Even novices. And they didn’t give up! Just modified when
Make it, Move it, & #LBT Review
Happy Monday Folks! We had quite a few weeks of celebration and I’m sad it’s over but glad we can finally get back in the swing of things. These Crazy Cotters
Food for Thought Friday & #GF Cocoa Pumpkin Cake
This past week we've celebrated my parents 48th wedding anniversary. My Dad’s 69th birthday. Yes, he looks 40. Unreal! Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Health Benefits of Holiday Spices PLUS a Naughty & Nice #GF Cookie Recipe to Gift!
Can you smell it? The Holiday spice that is. There is something wonderful about the aroma of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and allspice. Not to mention
Grain Free Apple Cider Coffee Cake for Immunity. Eat up!
Well, things are healing nicely here at the Cotter household. The Kiwi seems to be moving around better after his little spill on Sunday (I’ll save you the road
Basics of Gluten Free Living
1. Health Basics- Find out what your sensitivity level is. Get tested for Celiac. Don’t treat the symptom, treat the source. But here’s the tricky part, in
Cotter Feeding Zone: Oh my Cod! The Nutrition Perks.
Two more races, yes, that’s it. It’s been a slower season but a HEALTHY season for the Kiwi, so we’ll take it. Hoping that these last two races will go well and
Trending? Allergy Friendly Foods
Okay, we’re gonna talk about it. The so called “diet trends.” The fact that we still have diet trends scares me, but that’s our society, always wanting quick
Mood & Food: Stress Less Nutrients
I feel like I’m on a Worry Free roll here, with blog posts that is. Might as well keep it going, yes? Anyway, it seems like a lot of people are dealing with
Tell All Tuesday: A day in the life (sherpa style)
Today is TELL ALL TUESDAY. You see, my husband started this series WAY BACK WHEN he was blogging on a regular basis. It was a post about his daily eats,
