Need a little afternoon pick-me-up or something to boost your morning productivity? This Creamy Mocha Protein Smoothie is small and mighty, a powerhouse full of healthy fats and protein to keep you feeling fuller longer, with a little boost of caffeine to keep you going! Did you know that collagen is the most abundant type…
A week ago I had a thighplasty and posterior back lift to get rid of the remaining extra skin I had on my body after losing 125 pounds. Warning: This post contains graphic images! To read the first post in this series, click here! I’ve been off of heavy duty pain meds for over 24…
These are the Best 20 Healthy Recipes for any Fourth of July celebration! Anyone who knows me knows that I am a Summer girl through and through! There is hardly anything I love more than soaking up warm weather, swimming in the pool, and barbecuing with my friends and family. These recipes are a combination…
Protein powders come in many different types of formulations. Each has its own benefits and potential risks, so choosing the perfect protein powder can be a little overwhelming. Especially if you are trying to be more holistically minded in your food choices. Protein powders range in price just as they do in ingredients. Some are…
Air Fryer Roasted Curry Cauliflower is a smashing hit in our home. Adults and children alike will go crazy over this simple, tasty, side dish! I love that this Air Fryer Roasted Curry Cauliflower recipe only has 5 ingredients and can be whipped up in no time. Using the air fryer gives the cauliflower a extra…
Black Friday is a much anticipated day where products everywhere are steeply discounted! The Black Friday 2019 Sale has arrived with great Black Friday deals on all kinds of kitchen gadgets, kitchen appliances, the latest tech gifts, and more! By now you know that I literally use Amazon (and Costco) for just about everything. What better…
I came up with this recipe because the thought of dirtying one more dish tonight was enough to inflict a self induced coma. These are truly the easiest Instant Pot Meatballs Ever! Don’t think for a second that just because they’re easy you’ll be sacrificing any flavor, NOPE! No flavor sacrificed here! Just tangy delicious…
Does anyone else have picky children? My kids are the weirdest! If I put a salmon fillet in front of them they won’t eat it but if I put a salmon burger in front of them, they’ll gobble it right up! That’s why I came up with these Salmon Burgers with Broccoli Slaw. They’re an absolute slam-dunk…
A common struggle when making a lifestyle change that requires diet and exercise alteration is, staying the course. I can’t even list the amount of times I’ve been doing great, just to have something happen to sabotage my progress. Whether it be an emotional devastation, time crunch, travel, or family parties– it felt like I…
I might be biased but I think Fall has some of the best sweet treats of all the seasons! I cannot get enough pumpkin, apples and spices. It is all so darn good! All of these sweet treats are recipes I created during my weight loss journey. I knew I couldn’t give up sweets altogether…
Here is a list of my favorite Fall side dishes! Tasty, all stars in their own right, these yummy sides are all worth giving a try this season! Maple bacon, dairy free creamed corn, and candied yams- oh my! All of these sides are delicious clean eating recipes that can easily be altered to suit…
These Fall main dishes will leave you wanting more! With the changing of the leaves comes delicious dinners. My family eats these constantly during the cooler months because all of these are so easy to prepare! Keep warm with easy Fall recipes made with chicken, veggies, pasta and more! These hearty, home-cooked Instant Pot dinners are…