I generally steer people clear of commercial dressings, even the 'natural' ones - ya never know what quality oils they are using. Also the use of clear bottles means consistent exposure to light, which leads to potential rancidity for the oils that they do use. So I'm offering up a couple of simple options for dressings that you can make in 5 - 15 minutes.
Read moreEggs, cholesterol, free range, Omega 3 and other info about what the chicken laid
Eggs, those little oval perfect food bodies in a shell - the ones that need to peel right for the universe to be okay. Are they really an issue for cholesterol? How many can we eat? Which ones should we buy - is free range better than Omega 3 eggs? Is the white sufficient to eat or should I be including the yolk? So many questions for such a little food-bite.
Read more5 VEGETABLES that you don't want to ignore
It's great to see that kale and broccoli are getting their well deserved appreciation, but it's now time to shine the light on five other vegetables that are due for some of the limelight.
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Chocolate Nut Butter Protein Shake
Chocolate Nut Butter Protein Shake
Need a healthy, protein-rich breakfast or snack that is easy and quick to prepare? Bonus - it's yummy, easy to consume first thing in the morning, and it will satisfy your hunger for hours.
Read moreHow singing can help you lose weight
Who would have thought that singing would be a good for your waist line? Sustainable weight loss requires more than just good eating and exercise. Tools are needed to break old patterns. Love to sing (even when no one else can hear you)? Read on.
Read moreFiddle Diddles (Chocolate Protein Snack Bar)
Fiddle Diddles (chocolate protein snack bar)
I decided to adapt my beloved Fiddle Diddles to make a healthy, homemade alternative to protein bars to ensure that I (and you) have a snack that is providing enough nutrition to keep the brain focused and to maintain energy throughout the day. I made them 'not too sweet' so they don't induce cravings or become addictive (and to keep the carbs lower for those needing to keep their weight down).
Read moreFitness Recovery Shake
Raspberry recovery shake
This is a great shake to have within 30 minutes of an intense workout, whether it is power or cardio based. This is the time when the muscles are most ripe to recover their stored sugar (glucose) supply and protein can most easily be shuttled into the muscle tissue alone with the glucose. We keep fat low or non-existent so the digestion and uptake of the sugar and protein are not slowed down.
Read moreMango Protein Smoothie
Spring is in the air. I’m craving lighter and fruitier foods. This morning, I made a mango smoothie that is delish.
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Why You Should Buy A Slow Cooker
Everything is in the pot, ready to be turned on.
Want to know why and how you can use a slow cooker? Delicious recipes included. Guest post by Darren Stehle from eatmovebe.com
Read moreChickpea Crepes
These chickpea crepes have become a staple in my kitchen, acting as a stand-in for the role that bread usually plays. They're soft, comforting, and offer an alternative carrier for sandwiches. The batter stores well for at least four days (maybe more, but I wouldn't know because they get gobbled up too fast in my house).
Read moreIs it safe to cook with Olive Oil?
Just about everyone has a bottle of olive oil in their cupboard. Most people assume it to be good for cooking. Is it? To test this out, I did my own kitchen experiment. Read on to find out the details.
Read moreAre multi-vitamins & minerals worth it?
I get asked this question a lot. Should we be using multivitamins? Are they worth worth your MEF (money, effort, focus)?? Here's my encapsulated view of the world of multivitamin/minerals (further known as multis).
Read moreFoods That Lead to Nightmares
I had a violent nightmare last night. This is a rarity as I usually sleep soundly throughout for seven to eight hours. It has been so long since I had a nightmare that I forgot what had triggered the last one, and all the ones previously and what was triggering this one. The culprit? Sugar.
Read moreCocoa Protein Globes
Yummy and portable – it’s a snack with natural ingredients and a decent amount of protein to help satiate and stabilize blood sugar.
Read moreGluten-free Chickpea Wraps
This recipe was inspired by Carla, a client who has shifted into wholesome eating but wanted a healthy wrap as an option for when she's on the go at lunch. I promised that I'd work on an adaptation of my Chickpea Crepe that would be sturdy enough to stand up to lots of veggies, avocado and protein. Here it is. It's yummy and it stands the test of stuffings.
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