Bright strawberries and jewel toned beets combine for a healthy, antioxidant blend that can’t be beat when it comes to disease prevention. High in Vitamin C, this will help keep sickness at bay as well.
Strawberry Beet Smoothie
1 medium beet (peeled and grated)1 banana1 tbsp ground flax seed1 cup coconut water1 cup frozen strawberries
Put all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth and creamy. Serve immediately. ...
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Archives for February 2017
Peregrine Nutrition Bars Reviewed
One of the most fun parts of my job is getting to try the newest Paleo-friendly products coming on the market. I fully believe we are in the midst of a food revolution; people like you are demanding that “food-like” products loaded down with artificial ingredients and sugar no longer fit the bill. We want real food that nourishes and heals. And companies are stepping up to that challenge.
One such company is Peregrine Nutrition.
Based out of Denver, Colorado, husband and wife team Rudy and Katherine have developed their solution to a problem many of us have - how to eat well while on the go.
Enter the Peregrine Nutrition Dark ...
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Sausage and Pepper Breakfast Casserole
This savory egg casserole is loaded with spicy sausage and sweet peppers for a breakfast combination everyone will love. It’s filling, hearty, and delicious.
Sausage and Pepper Breakfast Casserole
16 eggs1/2 cup coconut milk1 pound breakfast sausage (crumbled)2 bell peppers (any color)2 tsps fresh thyme2 cloves garlic (minced)sea salt (to taste)fresh ground black pepper (to taste)
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Beat the eggs in a large bowl with the coconut milk. Set aside.
In a large skillet, add the sausage, peppers, and thyme, and cook until sausage is almost cooked through. Add the garlic and continue cooking until ...
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UPG Mailbag #7: Collagen, paleo resources, and sweeteners
Welcome to another edition of our Mailbag posts! This series focuses on questions that are frequently asked by the UPG community. Have a lingering question? Ask it here and we might feature you in future posts!
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“I have a collagen supplement, but I’m wondering how do I get more collagen in my diet?”
The word collagen is actually derived from the Greek word kolla which means glue. Collagen is the most abundant protein ...
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What is Water Weight?
If you’re a frequent fad dieter, you’re probably familiar with the term water weight. Those diet pills, crash diets, and cleanses boast fast and big weight loss results mostly because of it. We’re going to explore what causes water weight and how it could be affecting you.
What is Water Weight?
Water weight can make the scale fluctuate frequently. Our bodies are made up of 50-60% water, but sometimes we retain more than that. This extra water is stored in cells, tissues, or between blood vessels.
But, unlike fat gain, water weight isn’t necessarily connected to calorie intake and energy expenditure. Water weight has more to do ...
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Bacon Wrapped Dates
This recipe makes the perfect snack. With just the right combination of sweet and salty, it’s easy to put together. Make these for a party and watch them disappear fast.
Bacon Wrapped Dates
24 pitted dates24 raw almonds24 slices bacon (cooked until crisp and cooled)
Stuff each of the dates with an almond. Wrap with a bacon slice and secure with a toothpick if necessary. Serve immediately. ...
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Valentine’s Day Recipe Round-Up
Valentine’s Day may be one of the most tempting holidays on the calendar. No matter where you go, you’re bombarded by treats trying to reel you in - chocolates, cookies, truffles, and everything in between.
Whether you’re celebrating with your loved one or just celebrating yourself (which you should!), we thought we’d round up some of our favorite sweet Paleo treats.
Don’t use the holiday as an excuse to veer off path. There are so many delicious Paleo noms that won’t throw you into a sugar coma or leave you clutching your stomach afterwards. And while we don’t advocate eating these sweet treats every day (even if they’re Paleo), we ...
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How To Make Bacon (In The Oven!)
Whether you love it crispy, tender, on top of a burger, or as a side to your eggs, some may argue that bacon is the ultimate Paleo staple. As delicious as it is to eat, making it isn’t always a joyful experience. I know I can’t be the only one who has suffered a few splatter burns on the arms while cooking it on the stovetop.
Don’t get me wrong - I love cooking my bacon in my cast-iron pan when I need a few quick slices. But, for someone who loves to host brunch like myself, cooking a big batch of bacon this way is a time-consuming project (ensuring that each slice gets cooked just right) and leaves me dodging grease-splatters left and ...
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Curried Coconut Chicken Soup
This spicy and flavorful soup is an easy way to use up leftover chicken, and makes a hearty meal. You can easily substitute shrimp for a change of pace.
Curried Coconut Chicken Soup
2 tbsp olive oil1 onion (sliced)1 carrot (peeled and sliced)2 cloves garlic (minced)1 tbsp curry powder4 cups chicken broth1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes2 cups cooked and chopped (or shredded) chicken breast1/2 cup coconut milkJuice of 1 lime1 bunch fresh cilantro (chopped)Coconut flakes (for garnish)sea salt (to taste)fresh ground black pepper (to taste)
Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium high heat. Add the onion, carrot, and garlic ...
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Butcher Box Reviewed
It seems now-a-days, subscription boxes are all the rage. There are boxes for makeup, socks, cleaning products, and even your pets. You can sign up for whatever tickles your fancy, and each month a box of goodies is dropped on your doorstep.
Personally, I’ve never been too into this trend. But when Butcher Box reached out about their product, I couldn’t wait to try it. High quality meat delivered straight to my door?? That’s the stuff I dream about!
Click this link and use the code "UltimatePaleo10" for $10 off your own box today!
What is Butcher Box?
In case you haven’t heard of Butcher Box, let me break it down for you. ...
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