211. Real (Simple) Foods & Recipes with Nom Nom Paleo’s Michelle Tam #FabulousFriends

Our guest today is Michelle Tam, founder and co-creator of the renowned Nom Nom Paleo universe. Dubbed the Queen of Paleo Cooking, she’s co-authored several cookbooks, The New York Times bestselling Nom Nom Paleo, Food for Humans, Ready or Not, and her most recent Nom Nom Paleo: Let's Go!. She is devoted to sharing paleo, gluten-free and Whole30 recipes, kitchen tips and tricks with a focus on ancestral health, quick and easy eats, and staying paleo while on the go.We chat about her initial discovery of paleo and how it successfully addressed digestion issues earlier in her life before delving into the ways the wide-reaching career that’s come from it has impacted how she and her family eats on a daily basis.Along the way, we also get some great kitchen gadget recommendations, talk about boundaries and social media expectations, and hash out a Cracklin’ Chicken recipe that will work for any busy family.More than a pure paleo evangelist, she thinks people should figure out what works for them in terms of diet, and actually pay attention to how food makes them feel. It’s a fresh take, and one that we’re hearing more and more of in the space as we move away from strict regimens and all-for-one wellness advice.You will learn about...Connecting on episode #201 with Dr. Stacy SimsHow Michelle discovered paleo in 2010The at-home fitness revolution that was P90XRemembering the olestra nightmare Good results with the “primal” diet Becoming a paleo evangelist Shortcuts to deliciousness Singing the praises of Magic Mushroom PowderQuick cooking gadgets and recommendationsCooking with kids in the kitchenThe digestion issues Michelle overcame Knowing yourself and being a mindful eaterAppreciating the Glucose Goddess and her blood sugar hacksLifestyle for diet – and diet for lifestyleInfluencing kids to eat healthy, real foodsBeing frugal with grocery shopping Recommending Costco, Thrive Market, and Trader Joe’sMichelle’s go-to recipes (Cracklin Chicken’)Glass, stainless steel, plastic, and silicone How her books are written and illustrated Being content to wind down the hustle Loving on the Smitten KitchenPutting boundaries on social media expectationsSocial media and connection, or lack or it  Resources:Website: nomnompaleo.comBooks: Nom Nom PaleoInstagram: @nomnompaleoTwitter: @nomnompaleoApp: Nom Nom PaleoShop: Nom Nom Paleo Spice BlendsCook: Nom Nom Paleo Recipes Cook: