If you’re looking to omit extra carbs, calories, and gluten from tortillas, bread, and wraps, look no further than these fabulous, whole-food substitutes! Romaine leaves Collard greens (remove the stem, fill, and wrap like a burrito) Red or yellow bell pepper halves (these travel especially well) Cucumbers (just scrape out the inside with a spoon…
Today’s #whattoeatwednesday is all about…spice! Spices are a simple way to add variety, zing, heat, or sweet to your food without added calories. Healthy food need not be bland! Spices are also wonderful for metabolism, immunity, inflammation, anti-aging, digestion, fertility, and more! Some wonderful spices to enhance sweet are allspice, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, cinnamon, and…
Are you trying to lose weight, build muscle, stave off cravings, prevent mood swings, and maybe even a child’s (or spouse’s) tantrum? Protein to the rescue! After all, • Protein is satisfying! Incorporating enough protein will help you feel nourished and less likely to crash or binge. • Protein is linked to better brain function…
The kids are back in school which means a lot of parents are looking to get back into a healthy routine. Now I know all of you, just like my wife and I, love our kids and enjoy having them around, but getting back to our “normal” schedule can be just what we all need….
If you wonder whether you ought to be springing for organics, we heartily say, whenever possible, YES! After all, organic food: Has more nutrients—vitamins, minerals, enzymes, and micronutrients—than commercially grown foods Organic soil is managed and nourished with sustainable practices Helps you avoid chemical poisons. There are over 600 poisons put on American food daily…
Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) is a terrific ingredient to add to your healthy lifestyle. After all, ACV: • Has antibacterial properties that help aid in clearing infections • Helps make you feel more satisfied so that you consume less food • Contains potassium and enzymes to help banish and prevent fatigue • Has antimicrobial properties making it a natural…
It’s #whattoeatwednesday by @moanoutloudproteinshakes! If you find yourself craving something sweet, try using stevia instead of sugar or artificial sweeteners to slay that craving. Stevia comes from a plant, like basil, and is 200 times sweeter than sugar without any calories or impact on your blood sugar. All you need is a tiny little bit…
Did you know that sweet potatoes are delicious and nutritious ingredients in protein shakes? Try this popular Sweet Potato Pie protein shake recipe by @moanoutloudproteinshakes that is crazy delicious, super nutritious and protein packed. Sweet Potato Pie Protein Shake 1/2 cooked sweet potato 2 eggs 1/2 cottage cheese 1 capfull of vanilla Cinnamon to taste…
The Fourth of July is a time to celebrate America’s Independence Day with family and friends. Some people go out of town while others head to barbeques. If you’re looking to throw a party or have been invited to one, I have a few quick and healthy dishes you can make. Fruit Kabobs Fruit Kabobs are…
The Keppel family is always on the move during the week. While things can get hectic, we still make sure to eat something healthy. One of our go to meals is eating a breakfast dish at dinnertime. I typically have an omelette with 2 whole eggs and 1 egg white, some veggies, and 2 to…