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This is just another recipe for the continuation of a series on simple recipes that will help support more protein in your diet, as well as combining carbohydrates and protein to support energy for your body. Why carbohydrates and protein? When carbohydrates are taken with protein, there’s a blast of insulin. Insulin kicks the body’s [...]

This is just another recipe for the continuation of a series on simple recipes using protein powder that will help support more protein in your diet, as well as combining carbohydrates and protein to support energy for your body. I’ve tried a few over the past couple of weeks, and they didn’t work out great, [...]

I am always looking at ways to include protein in my family’s daily diet. Why?  Protein is just one way to keep you on a path of good nutrition and weight management. Protein is more satisfying than fats or carbohydrates.  Also by eating enough protein, you help preserve muscle mass and encourage fat burning, while [...]

This quick soup recipe makes a healthy and creamy soup from puréed vegetables and skim milk. You can have it as a light start to a heavier meal, or serve it with a crusty wheat bread for a light meal. Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes Ingredients: 1 Tbsp. [...]

Do you love the combination of peanut butter and chocolate?  Well, I do!  It is absolutely one of my weaknesses.  So I found a way to still have the great taste, just in a healthier way… It’s very simple… a slice of wheat bread toasted (I usually use Country Kitchen Double Fiber 100% Wheat Bread) [...]

This was my first time making Kale Chips.  I’ve heard about them a lot through other healthy sites, so I finally decided to give them a try.  I am so glad I did, they are delicious!  Better yet, they are so incredibly simple!!! Ingredients 1 bunch kale 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon sea salt Directions Preheat [...]

Looking for a tasty quick snacks that not only give you energy, but help satisfy a craving for sweets?  These chocolate almond butter balls do just that.  This is a slightly modified version of a recipe I got from core conditioning, a great site for recipes. (Makes 12 Balls) ½ cup rolled oats ¼ cup [...]

It’s not so easy to cut out the consumption of fried foods in your diet because many of them are just so delicious!  So here is a recipe that gives you the taste and texture of a fried food favorite without all the fats and calories.  AND, your kids will love it!!! Ingredients: 1 lb [...]