There was a time when the only people that cared about protein were macho men and bodybuilders, but those times are long gone. Now, protein has become one of the most important food groups to watch, especially if you’re trying to lose weight. But how do you know where to start? How much protein do […]
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When you’re trying to lose weight or eat healthy, it can be hard to find any kinds of sweets you can enjoy. So it’s important to have a few “go-tos” you can keep on hand so that you don’t restrict yourself so much that you go crazy and binge on sweets. Dark chocolate is the
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I love dark chocolate bark! It’s like eating chocolate right out of the bag with extra added health benefits. This is one of my favorite recipes, but you can also use the chocolate base and make your own with any combination of toppings you like! Enjoy! Print Yum Deliciously Easy Dark Chocolate Bark Ingredients1 9oz.
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Chocolate chip cookies are one of America’s favorite desserts, but why make or eat something that is just going to make you feel guilty later. Instead, try these healthy chocolate chip cookies, that are gluten free, low-carb, low sugar and oh so delicious! I dare you to just eat one! (Even though you don’t have
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If you’ve read my Mom Hacks: Meal Prep post, you’ll remember that I mentioned make ahead breakfast burritos for my husband to take to work. I wanted to break it down for you and explain exactly how to make these easy burritos and how much easier it can make your busy mornings. Follow the recipe
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With gluten-free and low-carb diets growing in popularity, pastas made from vegetables are becoming all the rage! I mean really, there’s no downside: they’re healthy, low-calorie and provide many more nutrients than their carb-loaded counterparts. Find out three of the easiest pastas you can make to “lighten the load.” Before we get started, you are
I love vegetable lasagna! It’s a great way to get a ton of vegetables and nutrients in one meal! It’s filling and guilt-free! What could be better? Print Yum Roasted Vegetable Lasagna Ingredients1 eggplant 2 medium yellow squash 2 medium zucchini 8 oz. of raw mushrooms 1 red pepper 1 orange pepper 1 yellow pepper
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Whether or not you are aware of it, every second of every day, your body is actively balancing your pH level to keep you alive. It is critically important for your body to maintain it’s pH level and thankfully, as long as everything is functioning as it should, your body should be able to balance it
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Probiotics and prebiotics are both great for your health, but what is the difference and are they both necessary? Between probiotics and prebiotics, most people have heard more about probiotics. They are those helpful little bacteria in your gut that keep your digestive system healthy by keeping the growth of harmful bacteria under control. But,
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Who doesn’t love pumpkin season?! I look forward to it every fall when pumpkin flavored everything comes out, but by the end of the season, you’re so tired of pumpkin that you can hardly look at a pumpkin pie by Christmas. Well, I don’t think pumpkin should just be reserved for the fall. After all, pumpkin
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