Archive for December 2020

Cookies are allowed on your clean eating plan, when you follow this recipe! The ingredients in this cookie seem almost too simple, and I wouldn’t blame you for being skeptical, but SOMEHOW these crispy, thin, chocolate-minty cookies come out PERFECT! It’s worth noting what LITTLE sugar goes into making these cookies…and trust me, you won’t miss it! …

The term, eat clean, has nothing to do with washing your food and has everything to do with eating in a way that promotes fat loss. While it may sound simple enough, in reality it’s challenging to stick with a clean eating plan. I suppose if it were easy then everyone would be lean and…

Chicken Pot Pie SoupWho doesn’t love Chicken Pot Pie? Creamy, hearty chicken soup wrapped up in a warm flaky crust…it sounds dreamy, but it’s actually a nutritional nightmare! Not only are there far too many carbs and calories in the crust, but the soup itself is often filled with heavy dairy products and noodles that…

It’s the time of year for homemade sweets, so why not make these healthier cookies? These No-Bake Fudge Cookies taste JUST AS GOOD as naughty, sugar-laden cookies that would get you off track with your fitness quest.  I think that you’ll be incredibly pleased with the flavor of these sweet-n-salty no-bake cookies. As a bonus,…

Today I’d like to be brutally honest with you about the food abuse that is so rampant today, but please know that I’m not trying to offend you. Instead of writing a ‘feel good’ article about cutting back a few calories and exercising a few more minutes each day, I’d like to write something that’s…

Sweet and Sour Chicken Has your chicken dinner repertoire gotten a little boring? Liven things up with this tender, savory, sweet-and-sour-y, flavorful chicken dinner recipe! This recipe serves up chicken thighs that are browned on the outside and seeped in flavor on the inside. Tender carrots and celery are enjoyable, tasty bites served alongside the…

Here’s a delicious way to serve up white fish – with lots of spice and a sprinkle of pretty garnish! I love all of the flavor in this ultra-healthy dish. White fish can be bland or even unpleasant tasting if not properly dressed, but you won’t have to worry about flavor with this incredible spice…

Since most people use the holidays as an excuse to not exercise, I’m here to remind you of two incredible benefits that exercise gives you. Even in December. Especially in December! Benefit #1: Better Health People who exercise regularly are healthier and live longer. Not only does exercise help you achieve and maintain a healthy…

No Bake Thumbprint Cookies It’s always fun to try a new, healthy cookie recipe! Today I have a recipe for you that is simple, wholesome, tasty and doesn’t even require an oven. These cookies are made with unsweetened coconut flakes, raw honey and coconut oil. All three main ingredients are filled with vitamins, minerals and…

Here’s a perfect recipe to use while meal prepping. Shredded chicken is a wonderful source of protein that can be packed with different veggies and salads for an endless combination of flavors! Courtesy of RealHealthyRecipes.com What you needServings: 8 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch piecessea salt and black pepper2 tablespoons plus 1…