Eating is perhaps the piece to the health puzzle that causes the most frustration. We are inundated with food everywhere we go and with different ways to approach it. And let’s face it–the things we ate when we were younger, we just can’t get away with as we age. Old habits die hard. I want to help you have a healthy relationship with food. To know that it’s something that fuels our body, but also something God has created for enjoyment! I want to help you not just eat, but eat well.
My Favorite Grab & Go Foods
I have written before about how taking 30 minutes at the beginning of your week can save you time, money and pounds throughout the week. But there are some of you who either: a.) Don't have the time to take to prepare fresh foods and snacks, or b.) Have zero interest...
Recipe: Salsa Eggs To Go
A key to keeping your calories in check, fueling your body for energy, and saving money on drive thru foods is to be prepared with healthy snacks when you are on the go! One of my favorite snacks are hard-boiled eggs. I take about 30 minutes to prepare this (and many...
Rock it. Work it. Love it. Fridays
It's time for another installment of Rock it. Work it. Love it. Fridays!! Rock it: Things you can wear, stuff with hair, fashion etc Work it: Things you can cook, create, make or do!! Love it: Articles, blogs, music etc that I love! ♥♥♥ Rock it. The FiveFinger shoes...
Recipe: No More Muffin-Top Mac & Cheese
My friend Leslie got this recipe out of a Cooking Light magazine about 6 years ago. (She also gave it the name!) We both make it a lot and always get asked for the recipe so I thought you might enjoy it too! (Someone asked me just last week for it!) It's a healthier...
Weight Watchers, Clean Eating, Crying it Out & Co-Sleeping: Things to Consider When Making a Decision for Your Family
A question I get a lot from people is, "What diet plan do you recommend for me to follow to lose weight?" It's such a hard question because there's simply no right answer for it. (Diet in the context of this post is defined as the sum of food consumed by a person)...
Rock it. Work it. Love it. Fridays
I'm adding a new part to my blog every Friday. It's called "Rock it. Work it. Love it. Fridays"! Many bloggers are compiling a list of favorite links or items each week now so I thought I'd join the crowd! This is a way for me to expand into other things than fitness...
Recipe: Strawberry Coconut Smoothie
Here's a sweet treat to make the love of your life happy this Valentine's Day weekend! My husband LOVES smoothies. If I had a fresh smoothie waiting for him when he came home from work every day, he literally would be grinning from ear to ear. My kids love them too!...
Recipe: Veggie Tortellini Soup
I made this earlier in the week and we all really enjoyed it! I don't buy tortellini a lot since it can have lots of crazy ingredients in it, but every once in a while, it's a nice treat. Veggie Tortellini Soup (Taste of Home) Ingredients ♦ 5 cups chicken broth ♦ 1...
Recipe: Nutella Vanilla Smoothie
Oh yes. You heard me right. I mentioned this on my facebook wall last week and you guys flocked to it fast! I found a recipe online but have modified it a little bit. Choose this to satisfy a sweet craving. Have it instead of ice cream at night or use it as a...
Recipe: Mediterranean Tuna Pasta Toss
The honest truth is I never crave a salad. I wish I did, but many times they leave me feeling hungry! I found this recipe in an old Pampered Chef cookbook. I love it because it's a little heartier yet leaves you feeling light! I made this salad and was able to eat it...
