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My mum makes up the best salads! Some she finds in her reading of cookbooks, cooking magazines or watching cooking shows and others she just whips up. This one she made on the 4th of July and we all enjoyed it! Simple Summer Delight Salad Ingredients: Large head romaine or 2 smaller 1 cup black beans… Read More
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
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
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
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
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
Learn how to make a delicious ‘Signature’ lettuce wrap in less than 5 minutes. Lettuce wraps are such a great meal and so easy to make. In no time you can make your own Signature lettuce wrap. Healthy because they are full of fresh veggies. Pretty with the colors of the rainbow. Delicious to eat anytime and… Read More
Baked Beet Chips 4 medium beets 2 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil Sea Salt Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees, with racks in upper and lower thirds. Peel beets and slice 1/16 inch thick with a mandoline or by hand. In a large bowl, toss beets with extra-virgin olive oil. The beets should have a very… Read More
I saw a fellow coach make this with turkey breast but all I had was chicken in the house. I baked 1/2 and sautéed 1/2. I think I prefer baking. Both tasted really good but baking is so much easier and about the same amount of time. I love trying new recipes and adapting them to be… Read More
This is a perfect chili for game days, cool autumn afternoons or tailgating! Great for leftovers too. White Bean and Chicken Chili 1 TBSP extra virgin olive oil (or I used avocado oil) 1 onion, chopped 1 pepper of any color cut and chopped 3-4 cloves fresh garlic, minced 3-4 cups organic chicken broth (reduced sodium best)… Read More
I was at the home of a dear friend, Estelle (also one of my Fall Lean & Clean Cleansers) to help her do some food prep and teach a few tips and tricks of healthier eating. We had a ball!!! While we were prepping, we had a recipe for a protein ball but didn’t have… Read More
This is a tasty and great healthy side that will please everyone’s palate at your Thanksgiving dinner table. So flavorful and delicious and filled with protein you can serve it up for dinner plus you never will miss the bread! This is one of the most requested recipes from my fall programs. Stuffed Acorn Squash 2 tablespoons coconut… Read More
Thanksgiving only comes around once a year, and what do we usually do? Splurge, right? We justify by saying “it is only one day, what can it really do to my waistline?” Gaining weight during the holiday season seems like something that just happens like it’s part of the tradition. It is very common for… Read More
This is a remix of the “I-really-do-love’ green shake from that popular fast food restaurant aka Shamrock Shake. This is a healthy yet still tasty version that you can have all year round. JUST LOVE, LOVE, LOVE MINT! Shamrock Shake Remix 1 serving vanilla protein shake mix 1 cup vanilla almond milk (or reduced fat… Read More
Tis the season for CINNAMON….ooh la la The holidays have begun and cinnamon is topping the seasonal spice list once again. We add it to smoothies, muffins, coffee, sweet potatos and even to tea. There are so many holiday recipes that call for cinnamon that we can’t forget how great a spice it really is.… Read More
Divinely delicious! A cream-free corn chowder that leaves nothing out of the taste and is so satisfying, those you serve it to will be asking for seconds (and so will you). I call it Can-I-have-another-bowl corn chowder. Clean (and Cream Free) Corn Chowder (adapted from Vegan Cooking for Carnivoires) Ingredients: 1 tablespoons grape seed oil… Read More
Recipes this easy, tasty and good for you need to be shared. A perfect dish for you alone or even Thanksgiving dinner. With a whole lot fewer calories (1 cup = 45 cals), the good carbs, and only .5 fat grams per cup, it is a tasty replacement for any pasta. It will leave you… Read More
7 Tips for Eating Out without Packing on the Pounds Eating out is not forbidden if you are trying to lose weight or lead a healthier iifestlyle. The benefits of enjoying a meal out with family and friends is important for our relationships, connections and our wellbeing. Here are 7 of the top tips for… Read More
Sunday afternoon was cool and fall was in the air… a perfect day for soup. My husband, who is greek, had a a craving for his mother’s chickn lemon soup. His mother passed away a few years ago but she has passed on some great recipes and this is one of them (with a little… Read More
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