My Toxic Trait?

Trying to Make Everything as Nutritious as Possible…

And One Way I Do That Is by Adding Greens to Everything

We all have our quirks… and mine?
My toxic trait is trying to make absolutely everything as nutritious as possible. 😅
Smoothies? Add greens.
Pasta? Add greens.
Eggs? Yep… add greens.
Burritos? Always greens.
Soup? Greens.
Salads? Even more greens.

But truthfully?
It’s one of the simplest habits that’s helped me the most — especially for energy, digestion, and weight loss in midlife.

So today’s Try-It Thursday tip is something small, realistic, and so easy you can start it today:

👉 Add greens to everything.

🌱 Why This Habit Works

✔️ It boosts fullness (without adding many calories) More volume, more fiber, more satisfaction — especially helpful for weight loss.

✔️ It supports gut health & hormones Fiber feeds your good gut bacteria and helps your body process and balance estrogen.

✔️ It increases nutrients without changing the meal You don’t have to overhaul your diet — you’re just upgrading what you already eat.

✔️ It improves mood & energy Greens contain folate, antioxidants, and magnesium — all supportive of brain health.

✔️ It makes healthy eating effortless One handful here, one handful there… it adds up fast.

🌿 Easy Ways to Add Greens to Everyday Meals

• In Smoothies Add a handful of spinach — you won’t taste it.
• In Pasta Stir spinach, kale, or minced broccoli into warm sauce.
• In Eggs Fold greens in while scrambling or frying.
• In Tacos & Burritos Layer in chopped romaine or baby spinach.
• In Soups & Stews Stir in greens in the final few minutes — they wilt instantly.
• In Salads Add minced broccoli, shredded carrots, and extra greens for volume.

A Simple Step for a Healthier Day

You don’t need to go fully plant-based — or change your whole diet — to feel better.
Just pick one meal today and add an extra handful of greens.

Small changes… big difference.

What meal will you try it in today?