Category: Dieting
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Positive Attitude Moms: 7 Powerful Ways to Stay Positive
Being a mom, whether you are a stay-at-home mom or a working mom, can take a huge toll on your mind, body, and soul. Regardless if you have one or 10 kids, there are days where you really need a breather from all that goes on in your daily life. Occasionally we all get the… Read more
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Skinny Pumpkin Spiced Frappe
Pumpkin spiced beverages from coffee shops and restaurants are all the rage right now. Despite the fact that these beverages taste amazing, they are loaded with sugar and dairy that adds unwanted calories and eventually pounds. Not to mention setting you up for a big energy crash. A medium sized 12 oz pumpkin spiced latte… Read more
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Homemade & Healthy Pumpkin Butter
Without a doubt, each October I fall in love with all things pumpkin and pumpkin spice related. But this year, the pumpkins have rolled out early! Between the pumpkin picking, pumpkins lining the front porches, pumpkin pies, and the pumpkin spiced EVERYTHING, I can’t get enough! There are so many great pumpkin recipes available on… Read more
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Protein Shakes to Shake Off the Booty
Good morning all you sexy mama’s out there! I have been experimenting with various /meal replacement shakes in order to cut the carbs and, hopefully, shed some of this baby weight. While some of the shakes are decent in the flavor department, others are down right awful! So, I have begun experimenting with my blender,… Read more
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Crockpot Spiced Pork Loin Roast
I love cooking in my crockpot. I cook chicken and beef the most but I love to try and create new recipes using other types of meal and poultry. In the past I have featured a few pork dishes on this site to mix it up a bit. When eating more whole foods, I like… Read more
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Crockpot Beef Brisket
Now that summer is almost over, it is time to get back into the swing of things. One of the things that I really enjoy about the fall and winter months is the number of crockpot recipes that I create. I really like to experiment with various types of foods and flavors to make unique… Read more
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5 Tips for Staying Fit at Your Desk Job
It is no doubt that long commutes and even longer work days create an environment of inactivity. Sedentary lifestyles, such as a desk jobs, increase the risk of obesity, Type 2 Diabetes, lower back pain, and cancer. It is imperative for the modern worker to maintain a healthy weight and get adequate exercise. Below… Read more
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So You Want a Healthy Lifestyle?
As a personal trainer and healthcare provider, I often get asked what is the best exercise and diet to maintain good health. It is actually quite shocking how many people are not aware of what it takes to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Adopting a consistent diet and exercise regimen are essential to good health and… Read more
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Paleo Chocolate Mini Tart
Ever since my husband and I began the Paleo lifestyle more than 5 months ago, we have searched for ways to keep it fresh. Like I have said in past posts, my husband is finicky when it comes to lifestyle changes that involve food–if it is mundane or bland, he will abandon ship. I have… Read more
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Nutty Double Chocolate Banana Muffins
I really needed something sweet, yet healthy, the other day. Being on a Paleo type eating plan makes getting sweets difficult. Most of my food intake has consisted of whole foods that do not contain preservatives, additives, or sugar. But, these chocolate banana muffins were just what I needed. By using whole foods such as… Read more