Give Your Entree a Makeover
We all have our favorite things to order when we eat out or get take-out. As you’ve seen above, these items can be made at home, in a much healthier way. This is cool because it allows you to eat the same foods that you love, while losing weight and getting closer to your fitness goals. It’s easier than you think. Make a list of your top 5 restaurant entrees and go online to search for healthier ways to cook them. Start...
Crispy Orange Chicken
Who doesn’t love ordering crispy orange chicken? Forget the restaurant. Now you can stay in and make it yourself at home. Rest assured that this meal is filled with healthy ingredients that will not derail your fitness results. Servings: 6 Here’s what you need: 1/2 cup orange juice concentrate (no sugar added) 3 Tablespoons coconut aminos 1 Tablespoon olive oil Zest from one orange 3 cloves garlic, minced Dash red pepper...
Guilt-Free Kale Chip Snack
Salty, crunchy snack foods are a weakness for most people. Instead of eating chips or popcorn or crackers, which quickly add up in unwanted pounds, make a batch of these delicious, crunchy kale chips. Kale chips are low in carbs and make a delicious crunchy snack. Servings: 5 Here’s what you need 1 bunch kale, washed and torn, stems discarded 1 Tablespoon olive oil dash of salt and pepper Preheat oven to 300...
Blackberry Chicken
This recipe makes a wonderfully healthy family meal. Use organic berries and chicken to get the most from your meal nutritionally and flavor-wise. Serve your chicken on a bed of steamed veggies or on a dark leafy green salad. Servings: 4 Here’s what you need: For the Chicken: 1.5 pounds organic, skinless, boneless chicken tenders 1 cup organic blackberries 1/4 cup coconut aminos (or soy sauce) 1/4 cup plum vinegar 1 Tablespoon...
Roasted Chicken and Veggies Dinner
Roasting a whole chicken with veggies is a wonderful meal and is much simpler to prepare than you might think. Make this recipe on the weekend and then enjoy nutritious leftovers throughout your week. Servings: 5 Here’s what you need… 3 bulbs garlic 1/4 cup olive oil salt and pepper 4 Tablespoons coconut oil, gently melted 1 Tablespoon each minced, fresh rosemary, oregano, tarragon 1 teaspoon minced garlic zest and juice...
Low Carb Muffins Recipe
Most baked goods are terrible for your waistline. Products made with refined flour, sugar and unhealthy fats should always be avoided. This recipe for mini muffins uses coconut flour, an alternative to wheat flour that is lower in carbs and free of gluten. Enjoy one for a breakfast on-the-go or as a quick snack. Servings: 24 Here’s what you need: 6 eggs 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted over low heat 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4...