Healthy Chicken Casserole
Casseroles like this are a lifesaver on busy week nights, and unlike most casserole recipes, this one is dairy, grain and gluten free. The tender, hearty veggies and chicken are mixed with tomatoes and basil then topped with a sprinkle of toasted ground nuts and nutritional yeast. You get to enjoy delicious flavor while filling up on protein, veggies and fiber that powers your body and energizes your day. Servings: 8 Here’s what...
Cranberry Chicken Salad
Meals that are high in protein and natural fiber are the perfect way to compliment your strength training routine to achieve your fat loss goal quickly. This recipe for Cranberry Chicken Salad is a delicious way to eat lean and clean. Serve on large lettuce leaves. Servings: 8 Here’s what you need… 4 cups cooked chicken breast, cubed 1 fennel bulb, chopped 1/4 cup roasted pistachios, chopped 1/4 cup dried cranberries 1...
When Fruit Sabotages Results
Most of us consider fruit to be healthy – something that we can enjoy without restraint. And while fresh fruit does contain essential vitamins, minerals and fiber, the market place has been flooded with “fruit products” that are sabotaging your fat loss results. Is any product with the word “fruit” in the name a valid way to meet your fruit quota? Nope. Here’s what I mean: Problem Fruit #1: Juice Fresh...
Whole, Raw Fruit: The Benefits
There’s a reason that health care providers and fitness experts recommend a balanced diet with plenty of fruits. Quite a few reasons, actually. Here are a few things you’ll consume when eating a piece of your favorite fruit: Fiber, which helps maintain gastrointestinal regularity and reduces the risk of heart disease. Folate, which helps reduce a pregnant woman’s risk for giving birth to a child with defects in the...
Baked Veggie and Chicken Skewers
These delicious Baked Veggie and Chicken Skewers are a quick and simple dinner that’s filled with fiber and protein. Dinners like this will get you well on your way to transforming your body. Pack the leftovers for a wholesome, fat burning lunch. Servings: 8 Here’s what you need: 15 bamboo skewers, cut in half 1 cup coconut aminos 1 cup filtered water 1/2 cup pure maple syrup 3 Tablespoons apple cider vinegar 3 Tablespoons...
Roasted Red Bell Pepper Soup
This quick and easy soup is wholesome and nutritious. Red bell peppers are filled with vitamin C, vitamin A and carotenoids, making this a wonderful way to fight off a cold. Servings: 6 Here’s what you need: 5 red bell peppers, roasted, peeled and seeded 4 cups of chicken broth, 1 can of coconut milk 2 teaspoons of lemon juice 1 teaspoon of sea salt, dash of black pepper 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika 1 Tablespoon of nutritional...
Low Carb Spaghetti Pie
This innovative spaghetti pie is made with noodles straight from a squash…not a package! It’s a fun way to serve a traditional, comfort meal without the guilt. Dinners like this are a wonderful way to quickly achieve your fat loss goal. Serving: 6 Recipe Ingredients 1 organic spaghetti squash 1/2 cup raw cashews, soaked in hot water for 10 minutes 2 teaspoons lemon juice 2 teaspoons water 2...
Slow Cooker Turkey Spaghetti over Zucchini Noodles
Making noodles out of fresh zucchini dramatically cuts down on the carbs and calories in your dinner, while increasing the fiber content. Imagine what an impact this simple food trick could have on your fitness results if you always chose zucchini noodles over traditional noodles. Serving: 6 Here’s what you need… 1 Tablespoon olive oil 6 cloves garlic, minced 1 yellow onion, chopped 1 fennel bulb, chopped 4 carrots, sliced...