Skinny Snacking Tips For Shedding Pounds
Do you snack right? Or is your snacking adding unwanted pounds? You’ve heard that snacking is good for your metabolism. It’s something that we read about and hear fitness experts encourage the public to do. We all want to be fit, lean, and healthy so we snack away. In fact, recent surveys report that 65% of adults eat two snacks each day. If these were wholesome snacks then logic would dictate that 65% of adults should be lean...
Flax Meal Protein Pancakes
Who doesn’t love pancakes? Here’s a recipe that you can enjoy guilt free. These pancakes are packed with protein and contain omega-3 fatty acid from the flax meal. Omega-3 fatty acids are not manufactured naturally in your body, and thus must come from your diet as they are essential for growth and development. Servings: 2 Here’s what you need… 1 egg and 2 egg whites 2/3 cup nonfat cottage cheese 1/2 cup whole...
Fruit Medley
Craving something sweet? This recipe is the perfect summer dessert. If you don’t have nectarine or pear on hand, be creative and use other fresh fruits. Servings: 2 Here’s what you need… 1 white nectarine, chopped 1 pear, chopped 1 Tablespoon chopped pecans 1 Tablespoon chopped dates Dash of cinnamon Mix the nectarine, pear, pecans, and dates in a medium sized bowl. Sprinkle with cinnamon and mix until well coated....
Peanut Butter & Jelly Makeover
Not all PB&J sandwiches were created nutritionally equal. It all depends on the quality of the ingredients that you use. If you use white bread, corn syrup-filled peanut butter and refined sugar-filled jelly, the result would be a sandwich that will skyrocket your blood sugar, promotes fat storage and leaves you feeling hungry a short time later. However, if you make this recipe, with sprouted grain bread, true peanut butter made...
Quinoa Fruit Salad
This refreshing summer salad is made with quinoa. Quinoa is a gluten-free, protein- packed seed. It’s a complete protein, containing all 9 essential amino acids. Add a side of lean protein to your salad and you’ve got a highly nutritious, balanced meal. Servings: 6 Here’s what you need… 3/4 cup plain non-fat greek yogurt 2 Tablespoons lime juice, divided 1-15 fresh mint leaves, minced 2 cups cooked quinoa...
Sweet Potato Protein Muffins
Most muffin recipes use white flour, sugar, canola oil and dairy—but not these healthy muffins. Each of these Sweet Potato Protein Muffins is packed with nutrients, vitamins, minerals and 9 full grams of protein. Enjoy one as a nutritious breakfast or after-workout snack. Servings: 12 Here’s what you need: 1 cup almonds (or almond flour) 10 dates, soaked in hot water for 10 minutes 1 cup baked sweet potato, skin removed 1 cup...
Chili Spiced Nuts
A warm bowl of these chili spiced nuts make a fantastic appetizer or snack to serve at your holiday function. The spice combo is so good, try not to eat them all before your guests arrive! A jar of these would also make a wonderful hostess gift, free of preservatives or harmful ingredients. Servings: 20 Here’s what you need… 1 cup raw pecan halves 1 cup raw pepitas 1 cup shelled pistachios 1 cup raw almonds 3 Tablespoons coconut...
Cinnamon Baked Apple Chips
Most packaged dried fruits contain added cane sugar, but here’s a recipe for baked apple chips that uses only a touch of wholesome sweeteners and a sprinkle of cinnamon. No need for a dehydrator either, these tasty chips are made in the oven! Enjoy this as a delicious dessert or pack a bagful for an on-the-go snack. Servings: 5 Here’s what you need: 6 apples (try Pink Lady or Honeycrisp) 6 cups fruit-only juice (try pear...
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