Sugar, in all its forms, is not an illegal drug. But, you can definitely consider refined and processed sugar ‘toxic’ to a certain degree. Think about it: When you don’t get your dose of sugar in a day, you feel anxious and uncomfortable. Your energy level hits rockbottom when you don’t get your ‘required dose’. It makes you Read More!
Five Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar You may have heard about this ‘wonder liquid’ before, and all the benefits it offers may seem too good to be true. Well the truth is, it really is worth all the fanfare! Here are its most common benefits that fitness enthusiasts, health buffs, and everyday people have come Read More!
Honey-Lime Shrimp Bowls with Homemade Clean Dressing Bright filling fresh salad bowls to start the New Year right! Makes 4 servings Ingredients: 1/2 cup packed cilantro leaves not stems, chopped 1/3 cup fresh lime juice 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 Tbsps raw honey 1 tsp chili powder Sea salt and pepper to taste Read More!
AMAZING Grain-Free Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread This HEALTHY version might be the best you’ve EVER had! Servings: 10-12 Ingredients: ½ cup coconut flour ½ teaspoon sea salt ½ teaspoon baking soda 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice ½ cup all-natural pumpkin puree 5 Medjool dates 2 Tbsp pure maple syrup 6 whole eggs 1 tablespoon vanilla Read More!
Chocolate Nut Swirl Bars These bars take just 5 minutes to prep & 2 hours in the freezer…a FUN treat to let the kids help make! Makes 16 small squares Ingredients: 1 Cup Raw Almonds 1/2 All Natural Almond Butter or Peanut Butter 1/4 Cup Melted Unrefined Coconut Oil 1/2 Cup All Natural Dark Chocolate Read More!
15 minute Taco Dinner Skillet {Another QUICK weeknight idea!} Serves 4-6 What I did: Brown 1 lb grass fed beef (or ground Turkey) on medium high heat with 1 small diced onion. Drain well. Ingredients: 1/4 cup water, 1, 7 oz can fire roasted, diced green chillies. 2 cloves garlic minced, A good sprinkle of Read More!
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Energy Balls I just made a HUGE batch of these to keep in the freezer for the week! Swap caffeine and/or candy for THESE in the afternoons, and see how you feel. OR, Try eating 1 or 2, a half hour before your workout…#PoweredByPumpkin Serving Size: 1 or 2 balls Recipe makes: Read More!
Pumpkin Protein Pancakes BEST weekend pancakes! Make an extra batch to freeze for the week. This recipe is sooo filling & nutritious! Makes 3-4 medium pancakes. Ingredients: 1/2 cup ground oat flour (oatmeal processed in blender or food processor until it becomes flour) 1 scoop vanilla protein powder 1/2 teaspoon baking powder a good Read More!
No-Bake Raspberry Chocolate Protein Balls Kid-approved After School snacks! 🙌 😍 😋 Keep these in the freezer for quick energy! Have you tried freeze-dried raspberries? I love to use them in these protein balls! Yield approx. 22 balls Ingredients: 3/4 cup all natural peanut/almond butter 1 cup uncooked (dry) rolled oats 1/3 cup raw honey Read More!
THE BEST Chicken Tortilla Soup recipe! Crock-pot OR Stock-pot…THIS will make your life easy & delicious! Makes 6-8 servings Ingredients: 1 (46 ounce) can low sodium chicken broth 1 (15 ounce) can organic tomato sauce, or enchilada sauce (I prefer the enchilada) 1 (15 ounce) can organic diced tomatoes 4 cups cooked chicken, shredded (I Read More!
