Benefits of keeping a food record Food records can give you great insight into your own eating patterns and habits. Are you a snacker? Is there a time of day you tend to overindulge. Is there a place you go to when you overeat? Are your days of the week different than your weekends? Are you an evening snacker? Grazer? You can learn so much about yourself by spending a few moments each day to reflect on what you are eating! Food records will help you learn about food intolerances…
My smoothie kick continues! I love to make a smoothie for breakfast and take in on the go. This smoothie recipe tastes like dessert and it is also high in protein! This recipe also tastes amazing with almond milk in place of coconut milk. See below for tips in purchasing a protein powder or shake. 1 cup Coconut Milk ½ frozen banana 1 Tbsp almond butter ½ scoop chocolate or vanilla protein powder (to equal about 10 grams of protein) 1 Tbsp cocoa powder 3 ice cubes Directions: Place all…
Another amazing and easy smoothie recipe with a hint of the tropics. The cucumber gives it a nice refreshing flavor, and you will be amazed at how delicious it is! ½ cup Greek yogurt 3/4 cup Coconut Milk ¼ cup Orange juice 1 cup fresh cucumber, chopped 1 cup frozen mango 1 cup frozen pineapple Directions: Place all ingredients in a blender, blend until smooth. Enjoy! Nutrition Information: Total Calories: 221, Total Fat: 5 g, Total Carb: 40 g, Dietary Fiber: 3.5 g, Protein: 15 g
This smoothie recipe is AMAZING for a fresh and energized morning. And…it is so simple! Ingredients: 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt 1 cup Coconut Milk, use the kind you find by the milk in the store, not the kind in a can 1 cup fresh or frozen spinach 1 cup frozen strawberries (4-5) 1/2 frozen banana Directions: Place all ingredients in a blender, blend until smooth. Enjoy! Nutrition Information: Total Calories: 221, Total Fat: 5 g, Total Carb: 40 g, Dietary Fiber: 3.5 g, Protein: 15 g
By: Ingrid Wentzel, M.S. Body Positive Personal Training Studio Many students and clients come to me with a few misconceptions about yoga. One is the idea that doing yoga is all about being or becoming more flexible, but that’s just part of the story. What most of us think of as yoga is a collection of physical postures (or asanas) under the umbrella of Hatha yoga. Their purpose is to align skin, muscles and bones, creating a balance of strength and flexibility. They also open and stretch the spine so…
As with most pasta dishes, they are a little higher in carbohydrates than some other dishes. The key is to really watch your portions of the pasta! This recipe is a great one to make and then portion into containers to freeze to eat for later. You can also try some of the higher protein pasta options. Serves: 8 Total cooking time: About 30 minutes 1 Tbsp Olive Oil 2 Chicken Breasts, diced ½ tsp Salt ¼ tsp Ground Black Pepper Note: You can substitute chicken sausage for chicken breast…
Have you heard of SUPERFOODS? This recipe is loaded with 8 SUPERFOODS! But more importantly, I think, is that it tastes amazing! What are they? They are foods that are packed with tons of nutrients including vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. Antioxidants are these wonderful compounds that protect your body against all kinds of toxins and can prevent or slow down aging, chronic diseases, and cancers! Who knew food this good for you could taste so amazing??? The superfoods in this recipe are in bold. 6 Servings Ingredients: 3 Medium…
Healthy Snack Ideas It is so easy to grab a granola bar or some crackers for a snack when you feel like you need a boost, but is that really a healthy snack option? Many of our go-to snacks tend to be heavily processed and are less than ideal for good nutrition. So how can we change our habits and our snacks to help us succeed in our health goals. Here are some easy tips and some ideas to get you started. Tips: #1 Make sure to include a good…
“Comparison is either wallowing or boasting, neither of which is helpful.” –John Piper What would it be like if you never compared yourself to anyone else? Ever. Again. What if you ate to nourish your body for energy, health, and well-being? What if you stopped worrying about your weight and focused on eating healthy? I think the world would be a much different place. It seems we are never happy where we are, and we are always trying to look better. The images of what beautiful is go through our…
Better sleep= Less weight More and more research is confirming that there is an inverse relationship when it comes to sleep and weight. In general, this means, the less you sleep, the more you weigh. Experts agree that adults should be getting 7-9 hours of sleep every night. Some of us may have trouble getting in these much needed hours. Here are 10 tips to help you achieve this goal. Number 6 is so important for me! I didn’t even know I was a light sleeper until I had this…
