I have some exciting news!!! After a lot of pestering and nagging, I finally convinced my mom to start a recipe blog! Since I was a kid, my friends have been telling me how amazing her cooking is and how lucky I am to have a mom who is such a great chef. I didn’t […]
Commit to Stay Fit This Fall with The MTL Fall Challenge!
Are you ready for the MTL Fall Challenge!? It starts this October… Less than two weeks away!!! Just because Summer is over doesn’t mean you have to stop working out! Exercise and eating healthy not only improves your physique, it makes you feel good too! Stay healthy this fall and kick off October with my […]
8 Great Protein Sources for Vegans
Some people claim that vegans and vegetarians cannot consume enough protein per day to gain muscle or even support a healthy body. I beg to differ! Having been a vegetarian for twenty-one years, I know just how easy it is to get enough protein into your daily diet. It comes down to making smart choices […]
Juicing vs Blending
The great debate…. which is best, juicing or blending!? Both have their pros and cons. The good news is, none of the “cons” are all that bad. I mean, it’s pretty hard to go wrong when you’re filling your body with nutrient dense fruits, veggies and other fresh fare! So what ARE the pros and […]
Fish & Stir Fry Medley
The day before grocery shopping day reminds me of laundry day. You have to hunt and pick through what you have to come up with something decent. Thankfully this time, I happened to have ingredients that meshed VERY well together (the equivalent of finding clean pants… yay!). It’s not your classic stir-fry, but it’s a […]
Spicy Garlic Salmon
I admit it. I’m lazy. My parents will vouch for me on that one. I’ve been lazy since birth. It’s something I have to fight on a daily basis. I’m a person that prefers my meals to be short and simple (unless of course I’m cooking for more than just myself). This fishy little number […]
Avocado & Blue Cheese Chicken Salad
This salad is packed with nutrients! It contains protein, complex carbohydrates, as well as healthy fats. Not to mention fiber, antioxidants and vitamins C & E to name a few! If that wasn’t enough to tempt you… it tastes amazing as well! Feed your body well… you deserve to feel good! Avocado & Blue Cheese Chicken […]
Custom Nutrition Programs
Like a lot of college students, I was heavily into partying. Two and a half years ago, I decided to quit my unhealthy ways and create a positive lifestyle. I’ve been addicted to learning about health and fitness ever since. An even bigger passion is sharing that knowledge with others… Which is what I have […]
Spicy Stir-Fried Asparagus and a Little Asparagus History
Since ancient times, asparagus has been considered a delicacy. Its cultivation began over two thousand years ago by the Greeks and Romans. The name “asparagus” comes from the Greek word for “sprout”. In the 16th Century, this Spring veggie became popular in England and France. It earned its title as the “Food of Kings” due […]
Healthy Burrito Bowl
While most burrito joints are absolutely delicious, their ingredients can contain copious amounts of sodium and oils. To avoid the mystery and create a cheaper, healthier version, make your own at home! This recipe is simple and easy to make! Healthy Burrito Bowl Ingredients: 3-4oz Mahi Mahi (or meat of choice) 1/2 Ripe Avocado 1/4 […]