As it is now spring, that means more family gatherings and cookouts. So, what better to do than make cupcakes that everyone will love for the people you love. I have been making these Salted Caramel Cupcakes for my family and friends for a few years now and everyone loves them. I found this recipe […]
Snack of the day: Peanut Butter Yogurt
I love Peanut Butter. I could probably eat anything as long as there is peanut butter in it. My love for PB is something I use to my advantage. I am actually not a huge fan of yogurt. However, you cannot deny that Greek yogurt is an excellent source of protein. There may be certain foods or […]
I finally slept through the night!
Sleep. Affects. Everything. Lack of sleep affects just about everything in your body and mind. People who get less sleep tend to be at higher risk for so many health issues like diabetes, heart disease, and certain types of cancer; not to mention effects like slower metabolism, weight gain, hormone imbalance, and inflammation. And don’t […]
Ditch the scale
See if the following sounds like you: You despise stepping on the scale and wish you could ditch it. You have this weird hate-love relationship with your weight. I mean, it doesn’t define you or does it. You step on the scale multiple times per day and argue with the results. You wish you […]
Stop the habit of overeating for good
We all tend to overeat at times.
It may happen when we wait too long to eat, and we are starving or maybe because the food is fantastic and you somehow can’t seem to stop yourself. And… yes, a little willpower can go a long way but why not start with some easy tips to at least curb your appetite.
Is there more to exercise than weight loss?
People often begin exercising to lose weight, but you may be missing other great benefits.
Coffee is healthy. Coffee is not healthy. Why all the confusion?
Do you love your daily coffee? I have a great latte recipe for you that I bet you’ve never tried to make at home before (it’s coffee-shop worthy and way healthier).
Everything You Think You Know About Healthy Eating is Wrong
There is no shortage of health information available on the internet, in the media, and from well-meaning family and friends.
But some of that information may be doing you more harm than good.
In this post I spill the beans about some common healthy eating myths and what matters just as much or even more than “how much” you eat.
Learn why “what” you eat and “how” you eat it are super-important things to consider. Plus try my green smoothie meal recipe. HINT: Smoothies should be considered “meals” not snacks or drinks.
Taco Turkey Soup Recipe
Ingredients 1lb lean ground turkey 1/2 cup diced onions 1 Tbsp avocado oil 1 can refried vegetarian beans 32 oz turkey broth 8 oz diced tomatoes 2 oz green chilies 8oz tomato sauce 1/2 Tbsp cumin 1 tsp adobo spice 1/2 Tbsp cilantro 1Tbsp imitation sour cream Optional: top with tortilla chips Directions: Sauté onions […]
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A SMART way to a New Year
It’s natural for us to want to better ourselves and even healthy to start the year off on the ‘right foot’ at the beginning of the New Year. A resolution can be the start to a great success story or the beginning of a new life. This spark that can lead to great things if […]