It began with a chronic illness...
Life turned upside down my first day of senior high school. I developed an unexplained gastrointestinal disease that wreaked havoc on my life for many years to come.
Frustrated and confused by the lack of answers, I turned to food to heal my body.
Not knowing where to start, I tried every "health" diet out there. Some involved nine bananas a day, while others had me eating animal fat by the spoonful.
I felt isolated, confused, and sadly, still sick.
“I traveled a lot during that time. Living abroad shifted my focus from illness to exploration.”
Life in Morocco11 countries in 4 years
“Cuisines and local markets taught me the most about a new culture.”
Global FlavorsSicily, France, and England
“There was no quick fix. There were incremental shifts.”
Mind Body Connection10+ Year Process
Nutrient dense and flavor-packed in under 20 minutes.
Scallion and Bell Pepper SaladAntioxidants & Fiber
No gluten? No problem.
Italian Breadcrumb PastaLow-Carb & Grain-Free
Meal plans ready in 30" minutes with under 10 ingredients.
Meal Plans (That Don't Suck)Coming Soon
Healing through structure
But, there came an upswing.
Through trial and error, I learned how to listen to my body.
Rather than strict diets, I created general guidelines that replaced refined sugars, gluten, dairy, and food additives with whole foods and stress-less meal plans.
Today, that combination forms the basis of the Bravabod recipes.
I'm thrilled to share them with you.
A flavor for every starting point
But here's the thing: we're all different. Some meals aren't for everyone. That's why Bravabod was built for variety.
We offer a variety of flavors, diet, lifestyles to help you find your own bod's perfect fit. When you rate a recipe, we ask how it made you feel, so that we can work together to better understand what your body truly craves.
Because no matter where you are on your journey, your bod matters here.
“I don't like smoothies. But I really, really like this one.”
Anna S.Green Smoothie with Banana and Flax
“Your site helped me figure out that peanuts upset my stomach. It's been a game changer!”
Jason D.Peanut Cookie Cups (made with Sunflower Butter!)
“I love that you offer both vegan and non-vegan versions of the same recipe.”
Jeanette T.Brown Rice Balls with Sweet Chili Glaze
“Thanks to you I'm incorporating more fish into my diet - and actually enjoying it!”
David P.Herb Roasted Salmon
Where do you fit into all of this?
If you've ever
- Struggled to eat better
- Felt frustrated in the kitchen
- Craved variety on your plate
- Not known where to start
There is something here for you. All levels and appetites welcome.
Thanks for reading
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