5 No Effort Healthy Breakfasts
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It’s also the easiest meal to mess up. Donuts, breakfast sandwiches, pancakes, waffles, hash browns, sugary cereals…there are so many ways to start your day off in a fattening way. Read on for 5 No-Effort Breakfasts that deliver in taste, nutrition and speed. 1. Egg Muffins Traditional fluffy bakery muffins sure are delicious, but that’s the fast track to weight gain. So instead let’s...
Low Carb Pumpkin Muffins
Here’s a muffin that isn’t sugary, starchy and devoid of nutrients – like the muffins at your favorite coffee shop. These muffins are rich in beta-carotene and contain half an egg’s worth of high quality protein. The delicately sweet flavor will satisfy and have you coming back for more. Servings: 12 Here’s what you need… 1/2 cup coconut flour (find at natural foods store) 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg...
Ham, Almond Butter & Apple Wraps
Here’s a quick, tasty snack that’s big on protein and fiber and low on carbs and sugar. Take a few of these delicious ham wraps to work with you, and enjoy as a power snack – rather than turning to the vending machine. Enjoy! Servings: 2 Here’s what you need… 4 ham slices 1 small apple 3 Tablespoons almond butter 1 Tablespoon raisins Assemble the ham slices with a smear of almond butter, a few...
Honey Grilled Chicken
Desirable abs are made in the kitchen, just as much as in the gym. In order to flatten your stomach, enjoy lean meals like this Honey Grilled Chicken. Lean, high protein chicken breast is best paired with veggie sides for phenomenal results. Servings: 6 Here’s what you need… 4 Tablespoons honey 4 Tablespoons spicy mustard 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel 2 teaspoons low-sodium soy sauce 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic 6 boneless,...
Turkey Spinach Salad
Here’s a quick and flavorful salad that makes a wonderful fitness meal. It’s filled with fiber, protein and satisfying flavor. Use the dressing recipe below whenever salad is on the menu for dinner. Servings: 4 Here’s what you need… 2 cups shredded roasted turkey 1 organic apple, chopped 2 organic celery stalks, chopped 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped 1 cup organic, red grapes, halved 4 cups baby...
5 Healthy Meals in 5 Minutes
Most of us want to eat healthy – we really do – but a single detrimental factor gets in our way…we simply don’t have the time. I get it, we all lead busy lives that leave very little extra time for healthy meal prep, but the alternative of fast food meals, frozen dinners and restaurant fare is making us lose in the battle of the bulge. All too often I see people exercise hard everyday, and then flush their results away...
Low Carb Chicken Soup
What’s more comforting than a bowl of homemade chicken soup? Not the stuff from a can – I’m talking about steaming, fragrant soup that starts with real vegetables and wholesome chicken. Not only is a bowl of this soup delicious and soul tickling, it’s also a great, light meal to keep you on track with your fitness and fat loss goals! This chicken soup recipe is made without added carbs like noodles or potatoes. It’s filled with fiber,...
Spinach & Egg White Wrap
This wrap is delicious for breakfast, lunch or dinner. It’s ready in a flash, tastes amazing, and is filled with lean protein, veggies and whole sprouted grains. Try it today, but don’t be surprised if you get hooked! Servings: 2 Here’s what you need: 1 teaspoon olive oil 1 garlic clove, minced 1/4 cup tomato, finely chopped 2 cups spinach, roughly chopped 1 cup egg whites dash of salt and pepper 2 sprouted grain...