Have you ever eaten or drank something that tasted just like the color it was?
Does anyone else know what I'm talking about? Or am I just crazy?
This smoothie is a prime example - it tastes GREEN. Like if green had a taste, it would be this.
I personally love smoothies because they are the easiest way to get a bunch of vitamins and minerals into your body in one 8oz glass. But the thing you have to watch out for when it comes to smoothies is the sugar content.
Even smoothies that are made of fruit can have a really high sugar content. It tastes delicious - obviously - but it can spike your blood sugar just like your favorite candy ...
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3 Ways To Make Keto A Lifestyle
I am sure that at one point or another you have heard about the ketogenic diet and if you haven’t, get out from under that rock you have been hiding under.
From Lebron James to Jenna Jameson (yes, the adult film star), the ketogenic diet has become all the rage due to its ability to help individuals lose weight and keep it off while also lower risk factors for other diseases.
When one first approaches the keto diet, it may appear to be a bit intimidating with the rules and limitations that come with this diet. After all, who could ever muster up the courage to say goodbye to pasta?
Truly, it is not simple to start a strict diet and ...
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Steak, Eggs, and Kale
Breakfast for dinner? Or dinner for breakfast? This is one of those recipes that could go either way.
If you're anything like me, you love a good, filling, savory breakfast. And this one hits just the spot.
Almost always, when prescribing nutrition advice to people, my number one piece of advice is this - veggies with every meal. That's when the question comes up - how do I eat veggies for breakfast?
There are definitely ways to do it. Smoothies are one of my favorite. But this recipe does it too. Combining greens, like kale, with protein and fat-rich foods can make even the most ardent veggie hater find them tasty.
Besides ...
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Instant Pot Italian Chicken Breasts
Chicken is that *one* food that is constantly in my freezer. It's a go-to food in my meal prep routine simply because it is insanely versatile and tastes delicious in a million different ways.
We have a bunch of different chicken recipes on our site. We even did a whole round up post of some of our favorites. If chicken is your jam too, be sure to bookmark that one.
And then add this one to your recipe collection. It's literally one of the easiest recipes I've ever made. It takes just around 10 minutes and the chicken is flavorful and -most importantly - juicy.
No one likes their chicken dry and flavorless, right?
The best way to ...
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How To Set Goals That Will Change Your Life
Believe it or not, but the new year is upon us!
Sure, you can start writing up a list of New Year’s resolutions to finally learn how to speak French, lose 20 pounds or start reading books at the same rate you, (well, some students) did in high school.
However, studies show that 80% of individuals who establish goals solely for the new year, will most likely fail. Many are unable to adhere to these goals simply due to a poor approach and lack of self-discipline.
Truly, some setbacks are unavoidable and there is no way to go around them when working on new habits. Despite this, there are steps that you can take to ensure that you will ...
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Tuna Cucumber Bites
When it comes to parties, appetizers can start the shin-dig off in the right way. But here's the thing - I don't like to spend a whole lot of time on them. I'd rather spend that time deep cleaning, decorating, or putting some time into desserts (come on, you know that's my fav...)
So, I'm always on the hunt for super easy appetizers that I know my friends will love. I think these tuna cucumber bites hit both of those points pretty easily.
Protein-packed tuna and crunchy seedless cucumber makes a great combination. When you combine the tuna with onion, garlic, dill, and lemon, it really pops on the tastebuds.
When it comes to picking ...
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Paleo Recipes For Your Kwanzaa Celebration
I'll be honest with you. I did not know much about Kwanzaa until I started researching for this article. I, of course, had heard of it - but I really knew nothing of its history, practices, or traditions.
It's a little embarrassing to admit that to the internet, but it's an honest statement.
Learning about Kwanzaa has been eye-opening. If you're unfamiliar with Kwanzaa, I hope what I share with you about this holiday takes you on a similar journey.
I think it's vital to learn about cultures outside of our own. Our cultural differences make us beautiful and unique and I also think bring us closer to humanity.
All About ...
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Spiced Apple Pear Sauce
Spiced apple pear sauce - yum! Have you ever thought about how versatile apple sauce is? I honestly hadn't - until I was writing up this little article right now. You can have it for breakfast, lunch, as a dessert, as a side dish to dinner, as a little snack when you're hungry.
It will basically hit the spot any time of the day - but I didn't even realize it until now. Guess what will be making an appearance in my meal prep routine in the coming weeks!
As if apple sauce wasn't already a win, this recipe manages to make it EVEN better. Adding pear gives apple sauce a fun little twist. Add some warming spices like cinnamon and nutmeg - ...
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The Perfect Paleo Holiday Menu
The lights are up. The trees are decorated. The family traditions are in full swing. The parties are often.
It's official - the holidays are here! It's the most wonderful time of the year.
I have always loved this time of the year. I know there's a lot going on in the world, and sometimes it can feel trivial, or even insensitive, to celebrate when there's a world of turmoil out there.
But I believe, when the world feels that way, it's even more important that we choose to celebrate and surround ourselves with people, spaces, music, and food that we love.
That's just my two cents :)
Hosting a holiday dinner party can ...
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Perfectly Poached Eggs With The Instant Pot
Eggs are an absolute staple in my house. Most mornings, I eat eggs in some fashion - in a scramble, an omelet, over easy with bacon and veggies on the side. I don't get burnt out on food too often.
But, sometimes I feel that way about eggs. And when that happens, you just have to switch up your egg game.
Are you with me on that? If you are, then it's time to try to poach 'em.
Poaching is notoriously tricky to do just right. But with the use of my favorite kitchen gadget (hellooooo Instant Pot), you can get it right every single time. And it is stupid easy to do.
Basically, you can crack the eggs into a small container and put that ...
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