Super Bowl Party Appetizers

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Jalapeno Chicken Bites Ingredients: 3 Chicken Breasts cut into ½ inch chunks 8 fresh jalapenos cut in half length wise then cut into ½ inch slices width wise (be sure to wear gloves when handling the jalapenos.  If you refuse to get gloves or don’t have any, wash your hands VERY thoroughly before touching your […]

Healthy eating without breaking the bank

Healthy Eating

Feeding your family healthy, nutritious meals while staying on a budget can seem overwhelming.  Most people even dread going to the grocery store.  Sticking to a few simple tips can help make grocery shopping more enjoyable and cost effective. Money saving tips Successful grocery shopping starts at home.  Before heading to the store, take an […]

Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta

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Many a child (and adult for that matter) has turned up their nose at the sight of Brussels Sprouts. But when prepared correctly, these mini cabbages are quite tasty. Plus, they have 4g of fiber per serving. Try this delicious Brussels with Pancetta recipe! 1 oz. pancetta, minced 1 lb. Brussels Sprouts, shredded 2 tsp. extra […]

Avoid Holiday Weight Gain, 4 Tips

Weight Loss

The Holiday Season! A time filled with family gatherings, social outings and…heavy calorie consumption. Along with all the joy and cheer, the holiday season brings an abundance of rich foods, sweet treats and high caloric cocktails. Looking for ways to enjoy the season without weight gain? Here are 4 Tips to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain: […]

Crockpot Cauliflower Mash

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2 medium heads of cauliflower 8 oz. ⅓-fat cream cheese 1 tbsp organic butter or coconut oil 4 cups fat-free chicken broth Red pepper flakes Freeze-dried chives Black pepper Garlic power Sea salt Wash cauliflower and cut into florets.  Place in Crockpot.  Season with red pepper flakes, garlic powder, onion power, black pepper, and salt.  […]

Low Carb DOs and DONT’S

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For first-timers, the world of low-carb diets can be intimidating. Imagining your everyday existence without handy foods like sandwich bread, granola bars or even fruit, can be all but inconceivable for some. Low-carbohydrate diets can be an effective way to get the weight loss wheels moving in the right direction, but the key is sticking […]

Cinnabun Iced Coffee

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8 oz. chilled coffee 1 scoop Weightloss® Cinnabun protein powder 1 tbsp. Half & Half 5-6 ice cubes For best results, brew and chill coffee ahead of time.  Blend chilled coffee with protein powder, Half & Half and ice until is mixture is smooth and ice is crushed. Nutrition Facts: Total Calories: 140 Fat: 2.7 […]

The Magic of Muscle

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Six Reasons Why You Should Be Lifting Weights. People often think that the only way to get lean is to do tons of cardio exercise. The truth is weightlifting, along with proper nutrition and cardio, is the best way to achieve a lean body. Building muscle offers many other benefits too! Here are six reasons […]

Banana Cream Protein Pancakes

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1 scoop Medi Banana Cream Protein Powder ¼ C cottage cheese ¼ C egg white 1 T coconut flour ¼ C unsweetened vanilla almond milk (add more for desired consistency) Directions: Mix above ingredients in blender. Heat a skillet over medium heat and coat with cooking spray.  Pour mixture onto the skillet and cook until […]

Are your hormones making you fat?

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Are you struggling to lose weight even when you’re doing everything ‘right’? Are you suddenly gaining weight although your diet and exercise have remained the same? Your hormones could be to blame! Hormones are important to all body functions and play a significant role in your ability to lose weight and maintain a healthy weight. There […]