Posts in Nutrition
Clean Green Protein Muffins

I love creating green muffins as they are a great breakfast or snack on the go packed with nutrients and protein!  And I get my dose of greens all at once!  On top of that, they taste incredible!  Made all natural with only natural sweeteners!  Bonus!

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V \ GF Lentil & Veggie Stuffed Peppers

So as I mentioned in my Instagram post, I'm not normally a fan of stuffed peppers.  However, it turns out, I really enjoyed this version - as did my husband!  Bonus!  

I usually start out with a rough plan of what I want to make.  Meaning, I had all of the base ingredients such as lentils, peppers, onions, garlic, some other veggies and of course, avocado!  However, aside from that, I don't really know what I'm going to make or how it will turn out until I start working in the kitchen.  That's just the way I roll.  No recipes, or if I do use them, I alter them every time.  Its how I express my creativity and I really enjoy the challenge of finding new ways to make healthy foods!

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A Host of Health Benefits for Cruciferous Vegetables

Let's talk Cruciferous vegetables.  Some of which include (bok choy, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower) and dark, leafy greens in this category  (collard greens, kale, spinach, Swiss chard)  Raw or cooked these vegetables are rich sources of antioxidant compounds like vitamins A and C and flavonoids that help reduce inflammation which as we know is the root cause of most problems in our body.  

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Miso Cod and Roasted Veggies

This recipe was life-changing for me to change my viewpoint of cod.  I mean I've enjoyed some pretty amazing cod at some spectacular restaurants in New York but aside from that, I've never had a thing for it.  I don't do fish often and when I do I don't typically choose cod.  However, because I was cruising the aisle at the local grocer I noticed some frozen wild cod and thought I'd give it a try.  Now this was a challenge because I had to make it tasty!  So I came home, went through all of my spices, oils and etc. and came up with a little marinade concoction that actually turned out to be quite delightful!    

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Sweet Potato Gnocchi

I think this is one of my FAVORITE recipes when it comes to a healthy pasta version.  Its gluten free, paleo, grain free - you name it! Whole, real food! And it tastes like it!

I love real gnocchi from great restaurants where its prepared from scratch, that day.  Otherwise, forget it.  I love fresh and real ingredients in my food and this is one way to have your gnocchi and not feel an ounce of guilt!  Well, depends on how much you each but as you will find this recipe is VERY filling

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Cherry Chocolate Overnight Oats

Who doesn't love chocolate?  And with cherries?!?  I mean, this has to be one of my favorite smoothie and now oat concoctions!  I need to have something readily accessible for my husband and I to grab and go in the morning.  We are both usually busy with our little one and out the door to work or I'm off teaching a fitness class!  Life is just easier if we have something that's readily available to us to grab and head out of the door without having to grab something that isn't so healthy.

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Mango Turmeric Super Smoothie

I'm always looking for new smoothie ideas and I love the idea of adding turmeric to a smoothie I just wanted to figure out a way to mask the taste without adding loads of sugar!  The reason I like to use turmeric is because it is one of many ways to reduce inflammation in the body.  And why would one want to do that?  Because inflammation is the main cause for most of the problems we have going on in our bodies. 

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Sweet & Salty Granola Cereal

This granola has the perfect combination of salty and sweet which I love!  When I have cravings and don't know which I prefer, this is a great option because it satisfies them all AND its loaded with super foods!  As much as I can I try to jam pack everything into bars and granola because its a great way to give the most bang for your buck, or so to speak.  This includes pumpkin seeds, chia, cacao and whole grain oats which all are fabulous for an energy boost!  

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Spicy BBQ Jackfruit Tacos

Jackfruit is absolutely one of a kind tropical fruit recognized for its unique shape, and size. It is rich in energy, dietary fiber, minerals, and vitamins and free from saturated fats or cholesterol; fitting it into one of the healthy treats to relish!  Here are just a few reasons why it should be part of your diet:

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Loaded Beet Veggie Burgers

Now regardless of if you like beets or not, you absolutely need to try this recipe!  I've made these burgers a couple of different times and typically just make a huge batch of 15 or so burgers and keep a few in the fridge for the week and freeze the rest. They are perfect for on-the-go where you don't have to think about a meal and you know its packed with veggies and nutrients.

Now, what I can say is these things are messy.  Its a bit time consuming, especially if you make a double/triple batch like I do.  However, know it will save you a lot of time throughout the week.

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Vegan Lentil Pasta with Almond Tumeric Slaw

Some days I feel like more than others and today I just wanted something healthy and fast.  I scurried through the cabinets and found I had this bag of lentil pasta.  And when I say lentil pasta, I mean made from straight lentils.  So, protein and nutrient rich and also, very dense!  It is one of my favorites when I want a hearty and filling meal that's going to satisfy me for the entire evening.  Well it does that and then some.  Unlike traditional pasta, lentil pasta doesn't have the sugar and processed ingredients so you don't end up feeling hungry 2 hours later.  So not only is it a great filler but it's easy to add in some veggies and whip up a meal that is macro nutrient dense.

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Lemon Roasted Salmon & Cauliflower

I was majorly craving salmon and veggies today.  Its not uncommon for this craving to happen and I ALWAYS have veggies on hand to ensure I'm getting my daily dose.  Tonight was no exception and I had some frozen salmon and cauliflower and fresh broccoli florets.  I decided I needed both and that would require a little bit of prep.

Get ready to wow your tastebuds with some zing and zang!

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Healing Tumeric Latte

You may have or may have not heard of this remedy / health healer Golden Milk AKA Turmeric Milk.  It’s become quite popular in recent years and as more and more studies are published on turmeric and its health benefits.  There are more ways that are being introduced in which this little superfood is utilized. 

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Mint Chocolate Vegan Smoothie

I love smoothies and frankly nothing makes me happier than creating something new and smoothies make it so fun and easy to change up the flavor to keep your taste buds guessing.  I had a major craving for chocolate – this is nothing new – so rather than just make a plain ole chocolate smoothie I added some kick with a bit of mint and it was exactly I was imagining and sparked some jazz for my taste buds!

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5 Easy steps to incorporate a healthy lifestyle TODAY!

In 2018 we are being inundated daily with healthy food tips, new diets, exercise and etc. as opposed to even 5 years ago when living a healthy lifestyle was just beginning to rise and generate awareness.  But where do we begin??  Let's start with a few simple guidelines to help guide you if you are just starting out. 

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