Nourish with Desiree

Nourish with Desiree Helping clients improve energy, mood & stress support. No extremes. Just nourishment that makes sense.
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03/14/2026

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Meals and timing can be adjusted to better suit your specific routine, however consistency is key. Apply the following a...
03/13/2026

Meals and timing can be adjusted to better suit your specific routine, however consistency is key. Apply the following and you will notice a better stress response, less anxious/jittery energy, and a calmer nervous system, I promise 💛:

Eat every 3-4 hours
Food before coffee
Protein/fat with every carb
Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate - at least 6-8 cups of water daily
Sleep for 8 hours (or do your best! Valerian root before bed for my fellow insomniacs 💛)
Get in multiple 20-30 minute walks outside, spring is almost here! 🌸

But the most important part: be kind to yourself. Perfection isn’t always attainable, and that’s ok. Start with small, achievable steps and go from there. 💛

Happy International Women’s Day 🤍If you’re the woman who:• Holds everything together• Thinks about everyone else first• ...
03/08/2026

Happy International Women’s Day 🤍

If you’re the woman who:

• Holds everything together
• Thinks about everyone else first
• Carries the emotional weight of your family
• Keeps the schedules, the lists, the plans running
• And still feels like you should be doing more…

This is your reminder:
You deserve nourishment too.

Rest.
Eat well.
Step outside.
Take a breath.
Let someone take care of you for once.

Save this for the days you forget. 🌿

Raise your hand if you’re the one who:• remembers everyone else’s appointments• makes sure everyone else eats• carries t...
03/04/2026

Raise your hand if you’re the one who:

• remembers everyone else’s appointments
• makes sure everyone else eats
• carries the mental load

…but somehow your wellness always comes last.

Save this if you’re done doing the most and ready to support your body instead. 💛

03/03/2026

More Sun, More Joy 🌞

The days are getting longer, and so is our time to soak in that natural mood booster-sunlight!

Sunlight = more serotonin = better mood & energy
Outdoor time = reduced stress & mental clarity

With the extra daylight, take a moment to move your body, fuel yourself with whole foods, and embrace the positive shift in energy.

Spring is around the corner and it is a season of renewal so let’s make the most of it! 🌸

Eclipse seasons illuminate what’s been unconscious.For many over-functioning women, that often means:– The over-responsi...
03/03/2026

Eclipse seasons illuminate what’s been unconscious.

For many over-functioning women, that often means:

– The over-responsible identity
– Suppressed resentment
– Exhausted nervous systems
– Roles that can no longer be sustained

During an eclipse, emotions can feel amplified. That doesn’t mean something is wrong, it just means that your system is processing.

If you’re in burnout, your nervous system has likely been in overdrive for a long time.
So if things feel heavier or more exposed right now, pause before reacting.
Regulate before interpreting.
Eat consistently.
Sleep.
Reduce stimulation.

You do not need to manifest anything in this state. This is a time for stabilization and integration. Let your body settle before you decide what anything means.

This eclipse isn’t about becoming someone new. It’s about remembering you don’t have to carry everything anymore.

➡️Swipe through and save what resonates. 💛

Yep, this is who you’re taking hormone balancing and burnout advice from. 😅Wild, right?This tiny human grew up to:→ care...
03/02/2026

Yep, this is who you’re taking hormone balancing and burnout advice from. 😅

Wild, right?

This tiny human grew up to:
→ care way too much about magnesium
→ talk about cortisol like it’s casual dinner conversation
→ care deeply about helping women thrive
→ and build simple systems that actually support your body

I didn’t just study nutrition.
I lived the stress.
I lived the burn out.
I learned the hard way that blood sugar, sleep, and nervous system support matter.

Now I help you do it differently. 🤍
Drop a 🫶 if you love seeing the “before.”

02/26/2026

My nervous system after getting home from a busy day and remembering that I meal prepped: 🧘‍♀️✨

It’s not just about “being organized.”
It’s about removing a decision.
It’s about stabilizing blood sugar.
It’s about not letting hanger + cortisol run the evening.

When you’ve already prepped protein, carbs, and veggies, you’re not:
• skipping dinner
• grazing through the pantry
• surviving on snacks
• or ordering takeout because you’re exhausted

You’re simply reheating a balanced plate and letting your body exhale.

Stable meals = stable blood sugar.
Stable blood sugar = fewer cortisol spikes.
Fewer stress spikes = a calmer nervous system.

Future you taking care of present you will always be one of the most underrated forms of self-care.

Save this as your reminder to prep 2–3 days ahead this week 🤍

Stress doesn’t just live in your mind, it lives in your gut, too.Your digestive system and your brain are constantly com...
02/17/2026

Stress doesn’t just live in your mind, it lives in your gut, too.

Your digestive system and your brain are constantly communicating through what’s called the gut–brain axis.

This connection influences mood, stress response, sleep, and even how resilient you feel day to day.

In fact, about 90% of the body’s serotonin (a key neurotransmitter involved in mood, calmness, and emotional stability) is produced in the gut.

That means the health of your gut microbiome can directly affect how you feel, not just how you digest.

Several clinical studies have shown that certain probiotic strains can help:
• Reduce perceived stress
• Lower anxiety symptoms
• Improve mood and emotional resilience
• Support the body’s stress response

These beneficial bacteria help regulate inflammation, influence neurotransmitter production, and support the vagus nerve which is the main communication pathway between your gut and your brain.

If your life feels busy, overwhelming, or emotionally draining, your gut might be one of the most supportive places to start.

Simple ways to get more probiotics into your day:
• Add plain Greek yogurt or kefir to breakfast
• Include fermented foods like sauerkraut or kimchi with meals
• Sip on kombucha or drinkable yogurt
• Consider a high-quality probiotic if needed

Your gut is listening to everything you do.
Let’s give it something supportive to work with. 🤍

Clients often ask me how to eat well when their days are busy, full, and exhausting.Truthfully, I just rely on a simple ...
02/16/2026

Clients often ask me how to eat well when their days are busy, full, and exhausting.

Truthfully, I just rely on a simple system.

Once or twice a week, I set aside about 2 hours on a day off or a quieter day.

And I literally schedule it into my calendar like an appointment.

Because if it’s not scheduled, it usually doesn’t happen.

Here’s my simple routine:

Step 1: Batch protein (2–3 days worth)
Usually something like roasted chicken breast.

Step 2: Prep a grain
Quinoa, rice, or wraps (enough for a few lunches and dinners)

Step 3: Wash and chop veggies
Bell peppers, lettuce, greens, or keep frozen veggies on hand for easy stir-fries.

Then I build simple meals from the same ingredients:

Day 1
Dinner: Chicken fajita bowls
(chicken, peppers, onions, fajita seasoning, quinoa)

Day 2
Lunch: Chicken fajita bowl
Dinner: Chicken Caesar wraps

Day 3
Lunch: Chicken Caesar wraps
Dinner: Chicken, quinoa, and frozen veggie stir-fry

Nothing fancy.
Nothing complicated.
And definitely not perfect.

Just simple, repeatable meals that keep me nourished even on my busiest days.

Healthy eating doesn’t have to mean new recipes every night.

Sometimes it just means a little planning and a lot of simplicity.

Save this for the next time your week feels overwhelming. 🤍

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