Remember back when low-fat diets were all the rage? Those of us who bought into the “fat is the devil” fad didn’t really care about the quality of the food we were eating, as long as it didn’t have any dreaded fat in it. The result: endless packages of “fat free” and “low fat” foods …
Category: Nutrition
DIY Popsicle Recipe: Simple, Delicious and 100% Natural
I have very vivid childhood memories of running into my house on hot summer days and begging my mom for a popsicle. You know, the ones that come in plastic tubes and are loaded with high fructose corn syrup, food coloring and a load of other artificial ingredients. After making the painstaking decision of which …
Amazing Health Benefits of Matcha Green Tea
Let me start this post by explaining that I have never been a big fan of the taste of tea. I don’t detest it, but it previously would not have been my first choice for a caffeinated beverage…especially over my beloved coffee. But then I learned about the amazing health benefits of matcha green tea …
Grain-Free Seed Cracker Recipe That’s Bursting With Nutrition!
I can’t seem to make it through a single trip to the grocery store without passing a huge display of cracker boxes at some point. And the photos on the front of the box always look so delicious and inviting. But then I look at the list of ingredients on the nutrition panel. O…M…G!!! Even …
Banana Ice Cream Recipe: Healthy, Delicious and Free of Dairy & Refined Sugar!
I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! If you’re trying to lose weight, maintain a healthy weight or just follow a clean diet that enhances your health and well-being, the ice creams sold in supermarkets or at those cute little ice cream shops will leave you screaming for sure! Why? Because they are loaded …
Health Benefits of Quinoa & How to Easily Incorporate It Into Your Diet
Quinoa (pronounced KEEN-wah) is an ancient superfood that’s loaded with organic nutrition and health benefits. Though it has gained popularity in the Western world just recently, quinoa has been grown in the mountainous regions of South America (mainly Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador and Chile) for thousands of years! Though it’s often referred to as a grain, quinoa …
5 Key Practices for Shedding Belly Fat
Belly fat. If you’re someone who easily gains and retains excess fat in your abdominal region, you know how frustrating it can be to get rid of it. One thing I know for sure about this topic… Just doing exercises that focus on your core will NOT solve the problem, no matter how many you do! …
Baked Oatmeal Cups With Berries (Free of Dairy, Gluten & Refined Sugar!)
Photo Cred: Team Beachbody If you’re like me, you like to pick one or two days a week to prep as much food as possible for your weekly meals. That way, you’re all set with excellent nutrition that’s grab-n-go when things get crazy and hectic throughout the week. This recipe for baked oatmeal cups with …
Healthy Pizza Crust Recipe That’s Gluten & Dairy-Free!
Pizza. It’s one of those delectable foods I thought I’d have to give up after switching to a clean diet. And then when I discovered I am horribly lactose intolerant and have a gluten sensitivity, forget about it! How could I possibly enjoy pizza without flour or cheese?! I have great news! You CAN enjoy a …
Unlock the Magic of Turmeric With This Golden Milk Recipe
If you aren’t already familiar with the amazing health benefits of consuming turmeric, click here to get the details. In a nutshell, turmeric has proven medicinal properties like reducing inflammation, treating cancer and managing diabetes. If you’re like me and don’t love the taste of turmeric, you may not be excited about adding it to your daily dishes …