The Pause Wellness Blog

Articles, tips & resources from Martha to help you be your best self — for you and those around you.

Martha Kester
My Hashimoto’s Journey: A Reminder To Be Your Own Advocate

My Hashimoto’s Journey: A Reminder To Be Your Own Advocate

  I was first diagnosed with Hashimoto’s somewhere around 2012 to 2014. At the time, I was a full-time teacher—stressed out, running on very little sleep, and still navigating my recovery from an eating disorder I battled in my mid to late 20s. Looking back, it...

Healthy Broccoli Salad

Healthy Broccoli Salad

"This vibrant take on Broccoli Salad is packed with crunchy vegetables, sweet Medjool dates, and toasted almonds, all tossed in a creamy Greek yogurt dressing with toasty coriander and tangy sumac."     Enjoy this recipe from The Mediterranean Dish

Edamame Salad

Edamame Salad

This Edadame salad is a plant based powerhouse full of protein, fiber and color!  Top it with chicken and you will stay full for hours.  Enjoy!!!      Enjoy this recipe from Food with Feeling

Easy Kale Quinoa Salad

Easy Kale Quinoa Salad

I loved this salad! I used Lacinato Kale from the market.  The kale is raw and Lee was not a fan so I would either make this again for myself or would sautee the kale first.  I enjoyed it as my main meal topped with chicken I cooked in the oven. I hope you enjoy this...

Chasing the Northern Lights

Chasing the Northern Lights

  I recently returned from an unforgettable adventure through Canada—a 9-day, 8-airplane journey with one big goal: helping my aunt check the Northern Lights off her bucket list. She invited my mom along, and my cousin Anna and I gladly invited ourselves on the...

Asparagus and Feta Salad

Asparagus and Feta Salad

This is the perfect side dish at your Easter gathering.  It is easy to make and full of flavor.  The asparagus are cooked in a skillet on the stove and only for 5 minutes which I have never done before.  They turned out great! The pistacchios add a nice crunch too.  ...

Busting Common Health Myths

Busting Common Health Myths

    Busting Common Health Myths: What You Really Need to Know When it comes to health and wellness, there’s a lot of misinformation floating around. Some myths have been around for decades, while others pop up thanks to social media trends. Today, we’re...

White Chicken Chili

White Chicken Chili

"This hearty slow cooker white chicken chili takes just 10 minutes to prep and is naturally dairy free.  It is great for busy weeknights and freezer meal cooking sessions.  You can add beans to the recipe to give it even more fiber and protein."     Enjoy...

Pumpkin Energy Balls

Pumpkin Energy Balls

"These easy and healthy pumpkin energy balls are a great healthy treat for fall or winter!"     Enjoy this recipe from Two Peas and Their Pod