Showing posts with label Clean Eating. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Clean Eating. Show all posts

Thursday, November 17, 2016

Warm Up Dinner with Hearty Roasted Vegetables

Roasted veggies always sound good on a cold night. They are so simple, and yield a delicious result! Try this blend and see what you think.

Tuesday, November 15, 2016

Enjoy Holiday Treats without Ruining Your Health Goals: Recipe 2

These Coconut Macaroons are naturally low in sugar, but still taste wonderful! Let everyone at your parties remain unaware that they are getting a healthy treat this holiday season.

Thursday, November 10, 2016

Chicken Pot Pie, minus the hassle and calories

Comfort food usually means lots of calories. But this twist on favorite Chicken Pot Pie isn't loaded with calories and has a short cut with an end result just as delicious, but cuts the prep time significantly! I am betting this will become a regular at your house this winter.

Tuesday, November 8, 2016

Enjoy Holiday Treats without Ruining Your Health Goals: Recipe 1

The holidays are just around the corner, and we can already feel the thoughts of "I must avoid the sweets." But not this year! There are many scrumptious options that won't sabotage your health and fitness goals. All you chocolate lovers are in for a superfood delight!

Monday, November 7, 2016

Make Your Vegetables Even Heathier

Not a vegetable lover? Try these three methods to bring out the best flavors and nutrients of your veggies, and you may become a veggie lover after all.

Thursday, November 3, 2016

Healthy & Hearty Slow Cooker Beef Chili

This slow cooker beef chili recipe is so easy for 2 reasons: first, you most likely have all the ingredients already, and second, you just have to toss it all in your slow cooker and forget about it for hours until dinner time!

Give it a try and see if it becomes your new fall favorite.


Tuesday, November 1, 2016

Pumpkin Pie Bites...That Gives an Energy Boost!

Want a little energy boost? Look no further! These Pumpkin Pie Energy Bites are a delicious little package of the fall flavors you love. They are fast, easy, healthy, and require no baking! They are perfect for a snack, a lunch boost, or a party tray. And little hands love rolling the balls.

Monday, October 31, 2016

A Healthy(er) Halloween Snack

Today is the day of treats! Right? Hopefully you saved a few "cheats" for today. But even if you didn't, this Candy Corn Smoothie will definitely take care of the sweet-tooth cravings.

Tuesday, October 25, 2016

Branch Out From the Seasons "Pumpkin Spice"

The cooler weather means it's time to cozy up with a nice hot cup of... well, whatever your preferred beverage be. Whether you crave rich coco, soothing tea, or the kick of coffee, try giving it a little spice this season. These drinks not only cut down the calories, but are a welcome change from the mundane old drinks.

Monday, October 24, 2016

Making the Switch to Healthier Eating is Doable!

Making the switch to healthy eating can seem daunting. But, you are probably already doing more than you realize. With a little more meal planning and cleaning out the not-so-healthy go-to foods from your cupboards, you will make impressive gains toward a healthier life.

Friday, October 21, 2016

What's a MUFA? Definitely not a Disney Character!

MUFA means "monounsaturated fatty acids." They are the "good fats" that help our bodies absorb fat-soluble vitamins. This article explains a little more clearly what MUFAs are and how they are useful in our diet. It also gives some ideas on how to add them into your diet in delicious ways!

Wednesday, October 19, 2016

A Fun AND Healthy Halloween Meal

Halloween is just around the corner, so we all know this means buckets of sugary sweets will be coming home soon. Luckily your dinners can counter all the candy. These Stuffed Bell Pepper Pumpkins are so fun your kids won't be able to resist. You'll be glad that they are healthy. And you won't have to feel too guilty sneeking a treat after this yummy and Fix-approved meal.

Monday, October 17, 2016

Fruits and Veggies - Stick with the reliables or try something new?

Are you a tried-and-true fruits and veggie person, or are you in with everyone trying out the new, and strange looking, options. Not sure how I feel about the appearance of some of these, but their health benefits sound amazing! Not to mention, a little variety can be fun.

Friday, October 14, 2016

What IS Clean Eating, Anyway?

With so many ideas about "clean eating" floating around, it's hard to know what it really means. When we think of healthy eating, diet comes to mind. But clean eating doesn't revolve around how few calories you eat or how much more protein you eat. Clean eating is more about getting back to basic, real food - food that is unprocessed, or at least minimally process, refined, or handled.
A good way to think of it is, food that is as close to it's original form as possible.

When asked what "clean eating" means, Beachbody's senior director of nutrition content Denis Faye said "That’s a good question. In my opinion, 'clean eating' should be shorthand for 'eat lots of fruits and vegetables and less processed food.'"

Read more about what Faye said in this article.