Friday night I found myself in a battle of wills - lil ‘ol me versus a carrot cake. Not a store-bought cake, mind you, which would be tough enough to resist. I’m talking a real, homemade carrot cake. Moist cake with flecks of grated carrot, hints of cinnamon and nutmeg and chunks of walnuts. Topped with […]
Kiwi Mint Green Smoothie
Ditch the green beer and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a colorful green smoothie, jam-packed with vitamins, minerals, anti-oxidants – oh, and great taste! Enjoy a refreshing frozen superfood green smoothie any time of the year.
Shakeology Chocolate Peanut Butter Hearts - A Healthy Treat for Valentine’s Day
Chocolate is definitely my weakness, but when I indulge I try to choose healthier options. So I have a square or two of 85% dark chocolate every day (anti-oxidants!) and drink my chocolate Shakeology. But every so often I need something even more decadent, and that’s how these Chocolate Peanut Butter Shakeology Hearts came about. […]
Paleo Turkey Bacon Meatballs with Tomato Sauce
Meatballs are one of those foods you can never get enough of. They are a family favorite in my house, a proven kid-pleaser, you can season them in a variety of ways to suit your whims, AND they can be made paleo and gluten-free. Yay! While my Cheese-Stuffed Gluten Free Meatballs were a big hit, […]
Easy Protein Pancakes Recipe
I love pancakes. Pancakes, in my case, have to be gluten-free, so I have experimented with many different versions using flours such as coconut or oat. Some have been tasty, others not so much. Some pancakes have been dry and flat, and others moist and fluffy. Some require lots of prep work, and other versions are quick […]
Quest Chips Recipe: Crispy Walnut Crusted Chicken
I love boneless, skinless chicken tenders because they are healthy, versatile and help dinner come together in a snap. Keep a bag in the freezer for a quick meal that everyone in the family will love! This chicken tender recipe features the new Quest Chips to add crunch and seasoning. I’ve also added walnuts and […]
Chocolate Nutella Popsicles Recipe & eMeals Discount for Busy Moms!
Are you overwhelmed because you have a family and (gasp) they expect to eat dinner? Do you struggle finding healthy but simple and easy meal ideas? Do you spend way too much time browsing gourmet recipes on Pinterest only to find yourself chowing down on takeout AGAIN? eMeals is the perfect solution for those of […]
Bolthouse Farms Vanilla Chai Tea Protein Ice Cream Recipe
Protein ice cream is a delicious treat for dieters, athletes and anyone wanting a sweet treat without all the guilt of Ben & Jerry’s. Tonight I made a new flavor and it is my new favorite. I am in love. Begin with Bolthouse Farms Vanilla Chai Tea. Bolthouse Farms drinks are totally delish, and Vanilla Chai […]
14 Deliciously Simple Quest Chips Recipes!
Quest Protein Chips are a new kind of chip. With only 5g of carbs and a whopping 21g of protein per bag, now you can eat chips every day! No soy, no gluten, no junk. What’s better than eating the new Quest Protein Chips right out of the bag? Using them in creative, unique and […]
How to Make Perfect Guacamole
My husband can be a picky eater. (Sorry, dear.) He will interrogate me about a recipe’s ingredient list and is known to turn his nose up at anything involving ground turkey. Thank God he never discovered the time I snuck soy crumbles in the chili…. DH is extremely suspicious of anything I make that […]
Cheese-Stuffed Gluten Free Meatballs
A few weeks ago I saw a recipe for mozzarella-stuffed meatballs shared on Facebook. The meatballs looked amazingly delish - covered with tangy marinara sauce and with a hunk o’ gooey mozzarella cheese peeking out of the center of each meaty circle of happiness. Let’s make a healthier meatball. I don’t mind eating indulgent […]
Quest Bar Pancakes - Blueberry Pancakes with Lemon Cream Cheese Filling and Blueberry Sauce
Use amazing Quest Protein Bars as the base of fluffy, delicious and healthy protein pancakes! But don’t just stop there – dress up the lemony pancakes with a zesty lemon cream cheese filling and a homemade blueberry sauce! Protein pancakes have now been taken to a new level. The Quest bar pancakes use fresh blueberries […]
3 Pre-Workout Smoothies to Supercharge Your Performance
You don’t need a super hero cape to rock a great workout or ace your next long run. You just need smart pre-workout nutrition. Here’s the scoop on pre-workout nutrition along with three delicious, nutritious smoothie recipes to help fuel your muscles for maximum performance. Ready to hit the gym or the start line Superman […]
Super Food Mocha Chip Greek Yogurt Recipe
Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body and it’s also one of the most important minerals for athletes. We all know that calcium is important for good bone health, but did you know that calcium is required for nerve function, hormonal secretion and for muscle contractions? Try running, biking or lifting without moving those strong […]
Quest Bar Ice Cream Cones With Two Healthy Ice Cream Recipes
Is it possible to make a simple, healthy, protein-packed Quest Bar Ice Cream Cone? The answer is YES! Good news for all of us fitness fanatics who prefer to #CheatClean for our desserts, rather than to dive headfirst into a tub of Ben & Jerry’s. After a recent visit to Baskin Robbins (I swear I […]
