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Chocolate Zucchini Muffins

Chocolate Zucchini Muffins

These low calorie, low fat, low sugar, low carb brownies have the extra boost of zucchini goodness. If you add carrot, even more goodness disquised in a sweet treat. Chocolate Zucchini Muffins Ingredients: 1/4 c. unsweetened applesauce 1/4 c. natural peanut, sunflower or almond butter 1 egg yolk (see Martha Stewart’s easy way to get… Read More

Caprese Skewers

Caprese Skewers

  Basil, tomato, balsamic – I love the combination. The recipe below calls for mozzarella cheese but if you are dairy free, just omit (or replace with a black olive) – I promise they are just as tasty to eat without. Caprese Skewers Look for the longer, decorative skewers in the paper plate/picnic aisle. Ingredients… Read More

Chunky Cucumber Salsa

Chunky Cucumber Salsa

Cucumber Salsa – A Refreshing Summer Salsa Recipe Did you know cucumbers belong to the same plant family as squash, pumpkin, and watermelon? And that  cucumbers are made up of mostly water (95%)?  This means eating can help you stay hydrated. Plus, they are filling so they make a great snack that helps keep your weight in check… Read More

Smokey Grilled Watermelon

Smokey Grilled Watermelon

Doesn’t this just look DELICIOUS! It has been a hot and humid summer so far this year and on some days, grilled watermelon just hits the spot. This watermelon has an intensified sweetness combined with a little smokienes. This blending of summer flavors makes it a splendid treat. Grilled Watermelon Ingredients: 1 medium seedless watermelon, ripe but not… Read More

High Protein Hummus

High Protein Hummus

Hummus is a great snack but store bought brands are really low in protein, throwing off the balance with fats & carbs. Most have only 1 gram of protein and if you are lucky, you may find some with 2 grams and some more local brands may have as much as 3 grams. I’ve found a… Read More

3 Tips to Eat Healthy When You’re CRAZY BUSY!

3 Tips to Eat Healthy When You’re CRAZY BUSY!

I am always getting this question asked… How Can I Eat Healthy When I’m Sooooo Crazy Busy? And I bet you’ve had this question too.:)  Today, I want to share some tips with you for when you are really busy but still want to eat healthy – because you know it makes you feel GREAT… Read More

6 Simple Steps to Detoxing Your Kitchen

6 Simple Steps to Detoxing Your Kitchen

6 Simple Steps to Detoxing Your Kitchen Did you know chemical toxins are sneaking into your body on a daily basis—even if you’re living a super healthy lifestyle? And they can wreak havok on your health and weight loss too! It’s true. Toxins piggyback on the products you buy and use everyday: household cleaners, soaps,… Read More

Toasted Almond Chicken Salad with Tart Cherries

Toasted Almond Chicken Salad with Tart Cherries

Here is a great QUICK CUP of CHICKEN recipe that is great for lunch or dinner.  I found this in Cooking Light Magazine Summer Cooking June 2015 and have made it before. Both kids and adults love it + it is really easy. Toasted Almond Chicken Salad in Bibb Lettuce Cups Rotisserie chicken is a great… Read More

Dietary Fats – The Shift in Recommendations

Dietary Fats – The Shift in Recommendations

Dietary Fats: They may not be as bad for you as you think. Written by guest blogger Russ Barton MS, CNS, CISSN.  Russ earned a Master’s Degree in nutritional science from BYU in 1993. He is a Certified Nutrition Specialist with the American College of Nutrition and a Certified Sports Nutritionist with the International Society of Sports Nutrition.… Read More

Why are smoothies important for breakfast?

Why are smoothies important for breakfast?

Why are smoothies important for breakfast? Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and sometimes it just doesn’t fit into our schedule the way it should. How we begin the day will determine how the rest of the day goes. It will determine if we feel energized or if we feel dragging with… Read More

Top 5 Healthiest Fruits & Veggies and What Makes Them So Important

Top 5 Healthiest Fruits & Veggies and What Makes Them So Important

5 Of The Healthiest Fruits And Vegetables: What Makes Them So Important? Plus recipes too! “We are what we eat”, or so the saying goes. Different foods help our bodies to grow, to heal, and to keep the immune system running properly. More than that, they stop our bodies from falling apart: the absence of… Read More

IT’S-SO-GOOD Red Onion Jam

IT’S-SO-GOOD Red Onion Jam

I so love onion, particiuarly red or purple onion. It has been a favorite of mine for years. This red onion jam is so good you’ll be looking for ways to serve it.  Try it on beef or veggie burger, in a lettuce wrap, on a salad or even top off your morning eggs with… Read More

Delicious Veggie Pasta Salad

Delicious Veggie Pasta Salad

A HEALTHY SUMMER PASTA SALAD Missy Bird loves to cook and she also loves to find healthy recipes. When I saw this one, I knew she had a winner! 🙂 Thanks Missy – see you in August! Guest Contributor: Missy Bird From: USANA Test Kitchen Barbecue season is officially in full swing and cookouts are… Read More

Spring Cooler Green Juice Recipe

Spring Cooler Green Juice Recipe

This is one of my favorite green juice recipes with the ginger and mint. Don’t have a juicer, just blend all together with a little extra purified water and make it a smoothie. Want to know about the difference between blending smoothies and juicing?  You can learn more about the difference between juicing and blending smoothies… Read More

Jenn Brown Loses Weight with USANA RESET

Jenn Brown Loses Weight with USANA RESET

Editor’s Note: The following was written by Jenn Brown, two-time Emmy Award-winning sports broadcaster and TV host. For more, check out her Facebook Q&A where she share more and answers questions on the USANA RESET program. Jenn Brown on USANA RESET I have always considered myself a healthy person. I try to eat healthy and exercise regularly.… Read More

Top Seven Weight Loss Tips I Tell All My Clients

Top Seven Weight Loss Tips I Tell All My Clients

These are the the top 7 weight loss tips I tell my my weight loss clients and program participants. They are easy to incorporate and have such a big impact.   Start incorporating 1 or 2 and in a few days, add another. Soon all seven will working for you and helping you achieve your personal… Read More

Vitamin D Deficiency: The Truth Revealed

Vitamin D Deficiency: The Truth Revealed

If you know me, you know I share what I believe to be the best you can do for yourself is to have good pharmaceutical-grade nutritional supplementation support – even with a great diet. One of my top 3 is Vitamin-D. Guest blogger, Nick Peterson, does a great job sharing the truth about Vitamin-D, what it… Read More

Good Seasons Italian Dressing Copycat

Good Seasons Italian Dressing Copycat

Dry Seasonings Mixture: 1 tablespoon garlic salt 1 tablespoon onion powder 1 tablespoon sugar 2 tablespoons oregano 1 teaspoon pepper 1/4 teaspoon basil 1 tablespoon parsley 1/4 teaspoon celery salt 2 tablespoons salt     Dressing: 2 tablespoons dry seasonings mixture 1/4  cup cider vinegar 2/3 cup oil 2 tablespoons water Mix together by shaking (using… Read More

Grandma Macklmen’s Irish Spring Rolls

Grandma Macklmen’s Irish Spring Rolls

This is a great recipe for a snack, lunch, or a side dish to a meal like grilled salmon. It is a great meal on the go too. I don’t know Grandma Macklem and I don’t even remember how I found this recipe but it was too good looking to not share (link to original recipe… Read More

Top 5 Farmers Market Tips & Tricks

Top 5 Farmers Market Tips & Tricks

It’s spring, it’s Farmer’s Markets time and this bodes well for getting your fill of delicious, locally grown and organic veggie’s. Do you know how to make the most of your experience? Here are 5 tips for navigating your local farmers market. Plan ahead. Bring enough bags, a cart, and some understanding of how you are going… Read More

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