Hummus Recipe: 1 can chickpeas, only drain half of the water 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning, I like the Bragg’s brand 1 garlic clove Salt and pepper to taste (You can add olive oil, but I typically don’t if serving with pesto) Everything you eat, especially if you’ve had cancer, greatly affects your health and your future ❤️ That’s why I’m super picky with what I put on my plate. 🥒 I was out of cucumber or it would have been on my plate too! Pesto Recipe: 2-3 packed cups of fresh basil leaves 1 cup toasted walnuts 2 cloves garlic 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (high quality from Italy) Salt and pepper to taste Add olive oil in as you purée the ingredients. Stop, check the pesto, and add more olive oil until you reach your desired consistency. I like my pesto to be more runny than thick. ❤️ What a phenomenal discovery! When I was diagnosed with cancer back in December 2023, I was juicing copious amounts of carrots, beets, and apples. My mom didn’t have access to a juicer at the time, so she decided to eat 1 carrot, 1/2 beet and 1/2 apple every day alongside me after watching a Facebook reel and being encouraged to eat these 3 foods to lower her cholesterol. Not only did it work, but her eye pressure decreased and surgery wasn’t required! We both eat this combo EVERY.SINGLE.DAY! Comment FRUIT for my healing leaves tea recipe! *FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY, NOT MEDICAL ADVICE.

Comment MILLET and I’ll send you more information on where to buy it. When I was going through cancer, millet porridge became a regular part of my diet because I was intentionally looking for simple, whole foods that were alkalizing to the body. Millet is an ancient, naturally gluten free whole grain packed with fiber, magnesium, plant based protein and antioxidants, including beneficial polyphenols. It’s also super inexpensive and often put in birdseed, why are they getting all of the health benefits!?! I cook 1 cup millet with 4 cups water until it becomes soft and creamy. For added health benefits, you could add turmeric and black pepper, ginger, cinnamon or if you go the savory route fresh garlic. You can make it SWEET with berries, cinnamon, nuts, seeds and a little honey, or SAVORY with vegetables and herbs. During cancer, I loved mine with sautéed onions and shiitake mushrooms. Tonight I made it with pesto and Parmesan and it was SO good. Sometimes healthy eating isn’t about finding the newest superfood. It’s about rediscovering the simple, nourishing foods that have been around for generations. * FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY, NOT MEDICAL ADVICE #millet #cancersurvivor #homemakeronabudget

Being diagnosed with cancer at 38 completely changed how I look at my kitchen. I NEVER want cancer again, treatment was hard, and the emotional toll is torture. I chose to guard my home the best I could, here’s some swaps! Comment SWAPS for the full list! These are 5 things I no longer bring into my kitchen, and what I choose instead: 1.Artificial fragrances → I stick to fragrance-free or essential-oil-based dish and cleaning products 2.Conventional cleaning sprays → Simple, non-toxic cleaners that actually get the job done 3.Traditional nonstick cookware → I use non-toxic nonstick like Caraway, plus stainless steel and cast iron 4.Plastic food storage → Glass containers for leftovers, prep, and pantry staples 5.Ultra-processed foods → Real ingredients that nourish instead of inflame (eat the food God created) This wasn’t an overnight overhaul. It was one thoughtful swap at a time, until my kitchen became a place that supports healing, not stress. If you’ve been curious about creating a healthier kitchen without going extreme, I’ve shared my full Non-Toxic Kitchen Swaps on the blog. Comment SWAPS for the full list! #NonToxicKitchen #CancerSurvivorLiving #RealFoodHome

It’s been over 1 year now in Virginia, and even though I miss my friends deeply I KNOW in the depths of my soul I’m right where I’m supposed to be. The enemy meant to destroy me, but God has used my cancer story for good. I get to help thousands now. I never meant to have this story. I truly ate SO HEALTHY, but cancer can invade even the “healthiest” through ways we cannot see. My environment, the commercial agriculture of California and all its pesticide use destroyed my health. I remember when we bought our last home in California my dad came over and said “Aimee don’t ever walk barefoot in your backyard because this ground used to be cotton fields and there are forever chemicals in the dirt.” WHAT?!? These pesticides are ruining people’s lives. Evaluate where you live, make sure you are able to drink, clean water and breathe fresh air, and of course eat the foods that God created for us to eat. Read the Bible and learn about the foods that He said are good. Comment WATER for my favorite water filter. Comment FOOD for my daily foods list after beating cancer. Comment PRAY for 5 powerful prayers to pray if going through cancer. Comment FREE for my free guide if starting chemo soon. #cancersurvivor #homemakeronabudget #healthylifestyle

Comment CURRY and I’ll send you the recipe! Not a fan of curry, just omit it! The recipe is SO GOOD either way! Swapping mayo for cottage cheese adds a different element to this recipe and I’ll never go back! After beating cancer I vowed to NEVER buy lunchmeat again. It’s a class one cancer-causing carcinogen! Get creative, and there’s so many other sandwich options out there. I buy ALL my eggs local through farmer’s markets and neighbors. If you are able, do the same! Store bought eggs aren’t very tasty when you’ve had fresh. #eggsaladsandwich #cancersurvivor #homemakeronabudget

You don’t need a detox diet. Your body already has one built in. Your liver is doing that work every single day, and foods like beets simply help support it. They’re rich in antioxidants and naturally support blood flow, which means your body can function the way it was designed to. After walking through cancer, I stopped chasing extremes and started focusing on simple, real foods I could eat every day. This is one of them. Comment BEETS and I’ll send you one of my favorite ways to eat them + how to cook them 🤍 * FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY, NOT MEDICAL ADVICE.

Here’s what goes into their school lunches: •The main event (sandwich, soup, etc) •1 cutie orange •1/2 apple •Something crunchy (carrot, chips, etc) •Something fun •Granola bar (snack) sometimes trail mix too. Comment LUNCH and get your hands on the Real Food Lunchbox Cookbook for this school year! The emphasis with this cookbook is EASY! Easy prep, easy on the wallet, and can easily be maintained throughout the year. I prepare every lunch for my 4 kids, every single day. These are the recipes we use and love, and I hope your family loves them too. Comment WHOLE for my whole chicken Instant Pot recipe, another favorite for sandwiches! For the chicken: •Slice the chicken breasts thin •In a ziplock or glass container at the chicken with 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 Tbsp garlic and herb seasoning, and 3 Tbsp apple cider vinegar. •Let this marinate for at least 30 minutes. Then, cook on a grill. #schoollunchideas #homemakeronabudget

#ad In a world that celebrates and demands busyness, God’s Word invites us to slow down and enjoy 1 day of rest. Since implementing Sabbath on a weekly basis, I’ve seen some of the sweetest moments of faith, family, and hospitality happen around my ordinary table. That’s why I love The Chosen Presents: Taste & See by Dallas Jenkins (creator of The Chosen), Amanda Jenkins, and Tara McClary Reeves. It’s more than a cookbook. It’s a beautiful invitation to gather, nourish those you love, and keep Christ at the center of your home. Comment CHOSEN for a link to more details about the book! Available wherever books are sold. Stay tuned for more content wrapped around how our family practices Sabbath and how it’s tied to my healing journey from beating cancer. @david.c.cook #Sabbath #TasteAndSeeCookbook #TheChosen #DavidCCook Cookbook Devotional BiblicalHospitality

These little sourdough pizzas are one of my FAVORITE things to keep in the freezer for my kids school lunches. 🍕🙌🏼 Every Friday I send the kids to school with pizza. There’s a reason I choose sourdough. During fermentation, the wild yeast and beneficial bacteria begin breaking down some of the carbohydrates and proteins in the flour. Fermentation also reduces phytic acid, which can improve the availability of certain minerals and make sourdough easier for some people to digest. I par-bake the crusts, add the toppings, and freeze them. When the kids need a quick lunch, they grab one, pop it in the toaster oven, and finish baking it until the cheese is gooey and delicious! Homemade convenience food that starts with fermentation. That’s a win in my book! Comment BREAD and I’ll send you a link to my sourdough cookbook with 40 simple recipes your family will love. 🍞🤍