“Studies tend to show that in terms of weight loss, diet plays a much bigger role than exercise,” Philip Stanforth, professor of exercise science at the University of Texas. Here’s a very common scenario: Someone (let’s call her Judy) sets a goal to reach a certain weight within a particular time frame. Judy gets ready with Read More!
For most people, finding the best clean eating items in the grocery is as simple as following a shopping list. But, cooking can be another challenge altogether. If you’re eating clean, it is important to know how to benefit most from your fresh produce and pantry goodies by using healthy cooking methods. You’ll be surprised – Read More!
Roasted Cauliflower Steaks I’m staying in Park City, Utah this weekend with my kiddos, and made these to go alongside baked wild-caught Salmon tonight. The adults, and children really enjoyed them! A FUN way to mix-up those Veggies! Ingredients: 2 heads cauliflower, cut vertically into 1/2-inch-thick steaks (4 to 6 steaks total) 2-3 Tbsps Avocado, Read More!
Inflammation in your body means your immune system is fighting off an intense battle against microbes, chemicals, and other foreign bodies that it recognizes as ‘harmful.” Redness and swelling may develop, and you may experience pain, fever, a loss of appetite, and headaches among many other symptoms. When it constantly recurs, inflammation can lead to Read More!
Garden-Fresh Green Bean Salad I made this Salad to go alongside baked Salmon tonight. This recipe is a Food Network recipe that receives 5 stars. I changed it up a bit to make it a little healthier, and it is AMAZING!!! Your family will lick their plates! Makes 6 servings Ingredients: 1 pound French or Read More!
Clean Eating Pantry Inspiration I like to “Spring Clean” in bitter-cold February, so that Spring is wide-open for fun, and memory making! Today I decided to take on the Pantry…getting rid of any bad stuff, restocking with the good. We eat what we have readily available, right? P.s. I have 4 children, shop the sales, Read More!
English Cucumber & Avocado Tuna Rolls Had a few friends over for lunch today, and this is what we made together! So simple…impressive…fun...you gotta invite YOUR people over for a lunch date & make these asap! Ingredient Ideas: Largest English cucumbers you can find Tuna, Salmon, (leftover from dinner works great, or smoked salmon ?) Read More!
Eggs in Bell Pepper Rings Top o’ the Mornin’ Festive Breakfast Ingredients: 1 or 2 red, green, orange, or red bell peppers Whole eggs Sea salt and freshly ground pepper to taste optional toppings: fresh Dill, fresh Chives, smoked salmon, crumbled nitrate-free bacon such as Applegate brand, and/or sliced red onion. Instructions: Slice the bell Read More!
How to Build the PERFECT SALAD-IN-A-JAR with Homemade Lime Vinaigrette How awesome would it be to start your week KNOWING you have a delicious, healthy lunch prepared for the next few days!?! Salad-Jars to the rescue! The secret to a perfect and tasty Mason jar salad is all in the order of assembly! Dressing always goes on Read More!
I spend a few hours every Sunday prepping for the week. It’s something I really look forward to. Coffee, music, chitter chatter with the kids. The purpose: NOT relying on convenience food-regardless of what happens during the busy week. ■ I no longer use “Almond Breeze”. It contains carrageenan (Google it). “Silk” brand uses non-GMO Read More!
