Perfectly moist, sweet and filling, these gluten-free blueberry muffins just might blow your mind! They are absolutely delicious, but they are also free of sugar and artificial sweeteners. AND, you don’t need any flour or expensive...
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19 Insanely Delicious Tex-Mex Recipes that are Light & Flavorful
While Cinco de Mayo is the Mexican holiday celebrating it's 1862 victory over France, it might be safe to say that Americans enjoy celebrating it just as much! At least according to some statistics, Mexican/Hispanic food remains one of the...
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Tex-Mex Breakfast Taco- Perfectly Quick & Satisfying
A savory and satisfying breakfast is only minutes away! Loaded with high-quality protein, healthy fats and complex carbs, this Tex-Mex Breakfast Taco will give your brain a memory boost and energize you all morning. Just make 1 for you to take on the run OR set up a breakfast taco bar for the entire family to build their own.
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Courage & Community- Brave Mommas Healing After Cesarean
A waterfall of emotions flooded my body right there in that moment in the hospital room. Disappointment, grief, relief, fear… Having spent the better half of a year preparing for that day, those hours, that moment, this was the one kink in...
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Sweet & Tangy Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing- Easy as 1,2,3!
There is something formal and fancy sounding about homemade salad dressing. But there are few recipes as easy- especially vinaigrette dressings. And my Sweet & Tangy Balsamic Vinaigrette does not disappoint!
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Easy Ways to Amp Up Nutrition in Everyday Meals
DID YOU KNOW… according to research, there are 9 critical nutrients Americans aged 2 and up UNDER-consume every day? That’s right, thousands of kids, teens, adults, and elderly aren’t getting enough nutrients to promote optimal health, wellness and energy. Good health is about nourishing and fueling our bodies so that we feel and perform our best. And, it’s not as hard, expensive or complicated as we might think! You can amp up your nutrition with a few no-brainer tweaks.
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Parmesan Carrot ‘Fries’- Easy & Kid-Friendly
Gone are the days of boring carrot sticks and frozen carrot rounds! This wholesome root vegetable, when prepared well, can become a new family favorite! Sweet, savory and salty, these Parmesan Carrot Fries are fun to eat and a yummy side dish to roasted chicken, grilled beef OR black bean burgers, or baked pork chops.
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Are You REALLY Hungry? How to Know…
Moist chocolate cupcakes with coconut cream icing and chocolate ice cream- that was how my husband wanted to celebrate his birthday a few days ago…
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High Protein Chocolate Banana Breakfast Quinoa
A smart breakfast will keep you satisfied for hours- it will stave off mid-morning cravings and fuel you until lunch. No more foggy brain or second cup of joe to help you ‘push through’- breakfast can do that. This High-Protein Chocolate Banana Breakfast Quinoa will do the trick and tastes delish!
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The Pros & Cons of a Food Tracker App- Is It Right For You?
Food tracker apps are on everyone’s smart device. MyFitnessPal Calorie Counter has over 50 million downloads! The USDA SuperTracker has over 27 million users. LoseIt, SparkPeople, FatSecret- there are dozens of food diary apps that allow you to record what and when you are eating. The question isn’t ‘Are you using one?’ but ‘Which one are you using?’ And maybe more importantly, are these tools really useful?