Have you lost sleep over the past several weeks? Are you struggling to lose weight? How many hours of sleep did you get last night? Sleep (or lack of!) might just be the SECRET to why you are not losing weight! Researchers at the University of Chicago found even with a perfect diet … Read More
Hard times call for unexpected FUN! Cookies for breakfast are exactly what’s in order on a quarantined rainy Florida (or snowy northern) day! My kids thought I’d lost my mind when I added COOKIES to the meal plan, but these are secretly loaded with healthy fats, protein, no refined sugars or flour, and only quality … Read More
Remember the old adage, “an apple a day keeps the doctor away?” Well, it’s true! Please never underestimate the superpowers of an apple. Sure it’s easy to throw in your purse, but little did you know it also has amazingly magical capabilities to transform your health and to boost your weight loss too! And when … Read More
I don’t know about you, but my family LOVES ice cream…and lots of it! And while it’s awesome to put a smile on their faces, it’s not so great to have the guilt associated with adding sugar to the family diet. It really doesn’t matter if it’s organic, gluten-free, non-dairy or even low fat dairy, … Read More
I’ve got a delicious smoothie recipe for you that is packed with nutrients your muscles (and taste buds) will LOVE, all disguised behind two of my favs..chocolate and cherry! I love chocolate, and I love cherries…but not for the reasons you might think! Yes, they’re both ridiculously amazing in the flavor category, and what you … Read More
Chocolate Coffee Protein Breakfast Bowl Smoothies are the best! You really can’t screw them up, and by a simple fruit or veggie swap or addition, you can pretty much take the flavor in a whole new direction. Serve it up in a large glass or pour it in a bowl, garnished with amazing “condiments” such … Read More
We’ve been here before…Is there really anything better than chocolate?..Especially when it’s packaged in a fudgy brownie, filled with nothin’ but the good stuff and nothing inflammatory to harm your gut. ??No refined wheat or gluten ??No vegetable oil ??No dairy ??No refined sugar Now, I know what you’re thinking…No flavor either! Wrong! These brownies … Read More
On Christmas morning, will your home be Pinterest, Facebook, and IG picture ready? …Yeah, me neither. It’s easy to get wrapped up in social media posts, expecting a pinterest-worthy brunch, a tree that is deserving to grace the pages of a catalogue, and the perfect gifts wrapped and adorned with silk ribbons…oh, and don’t forget … Read More
Pears and Apples are the quintessential fall fruits. I love both, because they are both readily available, affordable, and adaptable. Plus, they are both full of natural sugars, so the whole family will enjoy them in any dish. Nutritionally, apples and pears both pack fiber and phytochemicals in addition to being sweet and tasty. A … Read More
There are a few foods that make me extraordinarily happy: chocolate, bananas, and peanut butter. Each are magnificent independently and superb when combined. As a child, I can remember eating Jiffy peanut butter smeared on my pancakes. Better yet, throw a few chocolate chips into the batter and you have one incredible breakfast treat. Zoom … Read More
