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Supplements – Yes or No?

by in Blog Posts, Food & Nutrition, Health, Wellness May 4, 2022

Questions about supplements…I get them quite frequently. Questions and supplements. In fact, my BFF/ fitness accountability partner/morning counselor and I were just talking about this exact topic this morning. I have realized that while I most definitely think you can go way overboard with supplementation; it is important that we supplement as an “insurance policy,” […]

#StopFoodWasteDay

by in Uncategorized April 27, 2022

Food waste is a HUGE pet peeve of mine; and a problem in most homes and restaurants in our community and nationwide. Thankfully I know how to buy, preserve and use food so that I am not wasting any or much at all at home. But, I realize that so many of my clients just […]

Cashew Cream Sauce

by in Recipes, Soups & Sauces November 10, 2021

1/2 cup raw cashews (soaked in boiling water for 5 mins and drained)3 T fresh squeezed lemon juice1 tsp Dijon mustardSalt, pepper, sage, paprika, oregano – to desired tasteAbout 1/2 cup milk of choice – to desired consistency (I used almond milk) Place all ingredients in a blender and combine. Use over favorite pasta or […]

Turmeric Cauliflower Rice

by in Recipes, Side Dishes October 17, 2021

The environment we live in promotes inflammation in our bodies. Any time you have chronic inflammation in the body, it is not a good thing. We need to be aware of this and be including foods in our daily diets that are anti-inflammatory. This dish is easy to make and delicious for lunch, dinner or […]

Anytime Oats!

by in Blog Posts, Breakfast, Food & Nutrition, Recipes August 9, 2021

Oatmeal, baked oats, homemade granola, oatmeal crumble, overnight oats… Oatmeal with chopped nuts, oatmeal with diced apples, peanut butter oatmeal, cinnamon oatmeal, peaches & cream oatmeal, pumpkin oats, oatmeal with berries and flax, savory oats, almond butter banana oatmeal, coconut chia oatmeal….you get the point, the options are endless! And on the right morning or […]

Cookie Dough Bowl

by in Recipes, Snacks July 14, 2021

**Inspired by the hungry.blonde on #Instagram and trainer Tom Rusling’s “take 5 Mug Cake Attempt” at Burn Bootcamp Denver, NC** A simple snack for those of us who love that nut butter/chocolate combination!! 1/4 cup almond flour2 T organic nut butter (almond, peanut, cashew) **I love the organic nut butter options at Costco**1 T 100% […]

Fish in the Sea

by in Food & Nutrition March 17, 2021

“I love fish; but I don’t make it because I have no idea how.” I hear this way too often from people who enjoy eating fish, but say that they only eat it when they go out to a restaurant because they are afraid to make it at home. Well, I am here to tell […]

Spinach Dip

by in Appetizers, Recipes January 25, 2021

1 cup frozen spinach 1/3 c plain Greek yogurt 2 green onions, finely sliced 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 c shredded mozzarella 1/4 c shredded Parmesan Salt, pepper, and a dash of cayenne (or chili powder for less heat) Thaw spinach & squeeze out water, combine all ingredients and mix well.  Transfer to a small baking […]

Nut Butter Dip

by in Recipes, Soups & Sauces January 25, 2021

Perfect to accompany your fruit snack or as an addition to your fruit tray at your next gathering. 1/4 cup of organic nut butter (peanut or almond)1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt1 tsp vanilla extract It’s that simple! Stir throughly and serve. TIP: for a bit of sweetness, add 2 tsp of 100% pure maple syrup