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EPISODE OVERVIEW In this episode of "Recipes for Your Best Life with Chef Mareya", Chef Mareya and her guest, Peter, discuss the power of positive thinking in the kitchen as well as Peter's journey of overcoming Crohn's disease and becoming Mr. America. They explore the power of positive thinking in overcoming obstacles and achieving goals. If you're looking for inspiration to overcome your own challenges and lead a healthier life, this episode is a must-listen. " So many people that I meet in my life, some of the best successful people have had the worst lowlights of their lives. And...

“The success formula for any type of physique competition is 90% what you put on the end of your fork.” -Mareya Ibrahim “If you eat to thrive and you help your brain and your body to function at their best, that’s where we can make the biggest impact on our health three times a day.” -Mareya Ibrahim If thinking about food is becoming your full-time endeavor, and you are your family’s designated chef, I’ve got a solution for you, and it’s called Meal Prep. In this episode, we’ll break down what meal prep is, by shedding light on 10 actionable...

They say we eat with our eyes, not just our stomachs, and this includes the colors of our food. From shiny red apples to dark green kale, you can tell how fresh and full of flavor food is by the color. As you prepare your kitchen for clean eating, it helps to have an idea of what the colors of your food are telling you. Here are some tidbits about food colors, how they impact your meal, and why you should care about what’s on your plate. Plant Extract Color Plant extracts like olive oil and CBD oil change based...

You ate a healthy breakfast and an hour later, you’re ready for lunch. Is it hunger, boredom or are you just thirsty?   Being thirsty can disguise itself as hunger, so before you reach for a snack or another serving, chew on this. Your ‘starvation’ may be dehydration. In addition to drinking at least 2 liters of water per day, eating a diet rich in foods that will keep you hydrated and satisfy your hunger is essential for ensuring those afternoon sugar cravings don’t get the best of you. Here are some foods and serving ideas that will help you...