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 […]
How to Deal with Loose Skin
by guest contributor, Paula Henderson How many of you have wondered about loose skin? How many have wondered how to get rid of it? Well, I’m here today to help you out a bit. I work for a medical reconstructive and cosmetic surgery practice in New Jersey and I get this question in emails all […]
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 […]
The Importance of Self-Love & How to Achieve It
Self-love isn’t about outer beauty. It’s much deeper than that. Self-love is important for a healthy mind and body. It might not seem that important at first glance.. even selfish to some, but it has a huge impact on so many aspects of our lives. It influences our relationships, who we choose as friends and […]
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 […]
Sweet Treats and Healthy Eats Recipe eBook
You won’t believe these desserts are healthy! The Sweet Treats and Healthy Eats recipe eBook contains 35 healthier versions of your favorite classic desserts… along with a few you may never have tried! • All 35 recipes can be made gluten free. • 34 of the recipes can be made egg free. • 29 of […]
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 […]
Healthy Summer Berry Salad
After skimming pinterest for a few hours (yes, I admit I’m a pinterest addict!) I was inspired by all of the pictures of fresh summer fruit! I decided to throw a few things together for lunch and it actually turned out way better than I was expecting! If you are looking for something simple, quick […]
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 […]