Lauren Minchen Nutrition

10/09/2025

This might be one of the things my clients feel most confused about! I get a lot of questions about which oils are best and which ones to avoid.

A deciding factor is the oils' stability in heat. Use this as a guide when preparing meals.

09/30/2025

It's that time of year again when our immune systems need a little extra help. Our daily and weekly habits play a huge role in how we respond to illnesses. I've noticed that when I'm not sleeping enough and I'm stressed, I'm more likely to get sick. What about you?

09/25/2025

With the start of fall come warm, easy one-pot dishes! Hope you enjoy this!

Note: I used Trader Joe's veggie and flaxseed tortilla chips. We love those!

Easy Enchilada Skillet

2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1.5 pounds boneless chicken thighs
1 15-ounce can black beans, drained
14 ounces green enchilada sauce
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
4-5 corn tortillas, torn into 2-inch pieces
1/4 tsp sea salt

Seasoning:
1 cup tomatoes sauce
1 tsp Himalayan pink salt
2.5 tsp cumin
1.5 tsp mild chili powder
1.5 tsp minced garlic

Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces. Tear tortillas into small pieces. Season chicken with the seasoning mixture above.

In a large pot, add seasoned chicken and sautee until chicken is cooked through (165 degrees). Add chopped onions and red peppers. Sautee until soft. Add sauce, salt, beans, and tortilla pieces. Mix well and heat until simmering. Stir in cheese and mix well to heat through.

Serve with more tortillas or chips.

09/19/2025

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- Steady energy: no crashes, thanks to l-theanine

- Calm focus: you won't feel hyped up. You'll feel alert without the jitters

- Glowy skin: matcha provides potent antioxidants, like EGCG and chlorophyll, that support skin structure and elasticity and protect your skin from UV damage

- Strong immunity: that same EGCG protects cells from damage and reduces inflammation, bolstering the body's ability to fight viruses and bacteria

- Healthy gut: matcha's antioxidants are associated with reduced gut inflammation and better bacterial balance in your gut

- Reduced stress: the amazing l-theanine promotes relaxation and a sense of calm

A great way to start drinking matcha is to

Do you drink matcha? What benefits do you experience when you drink it?

09/15/2025

08/20/2025

We're savoring these last weeks of summer break with some fun ice pop creations! Easy and fun!
No refined sugar or fruit juice.
Real frozen fruit.
A few grams of protein.

For this yummy creation:

- 1-2 cups frozen berry blend
- 3/4 - 1 cup milk of your choice (unsweetened)
- 1/2 cup Plain whole milk Greek yogurt
- Honey to your preferred sweetness (I did 2-3 Tbsp)

Blend fruit with milk until smooth. Fold in yogurt and honey, and blend again all together if needed.

Pour into molds and freeze for 2 hours.