Here’s an example of a healthy and balanced packed lunch. Try this one out, and then use it as a springboard for your own creative lunch ideas. Don’t fall into the trap of eating the same thing day after day. Remember to use the 7 steps above to create your perfect packed lunch. Servings: 1 [...]
Best Spinach Salad Ever
May 28, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The first thing that you’ll notice about this salad is that it tastes amazing. It also doesn’t hurt that spinach is an extremely nutrient-dense food. The recipe calls for raspberry vinegar, which is a flavorful and refreshing alternative to traditional, oily dressing. The fruit and nuts add flavor, fiber and healthy fat. Servings: 8 Here’s [...]
Chicken Quinoa Stir Fry
February 9, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Here is a simple, wholesome meal that is ready in 30 minutes – perfect for busy weekday dinners. There’s no reason to hit the take out line when you have this quick and delicious recipe on hand. Eating simple, wholesome meals like this and exercising regularly will get you to your goal weight. Servings: 4 [...]
Smartsize Your Weight Loss
December 31, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Quinoa and Winter Squash Salad
December 31, 2010 By Leave a Comment
This recipe is another great way to enjoy protein-filled quinoa. Winter squash combined with celery, onion and parsley makes a healthy and comforting side dish. Servings: 10 Here’s what you need: 2 yellow onions, diced 4 celery stalks, diced 4 carrots, diced 2 cups diced squash, butternut or any other fall or winter squash 1 [...]
Gourmet Open-Faced Salmon Sandwich
December 24, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Open-faced sandwiches are great for cutting out extra calories while trying to lose weight. This recipe calls for sprouted grain bread, which is flourless bread that is densely packed with nutrients. Store your sprouted grain bread in the freezer, since it is made without preservatives or chemicals to promote shelf life. Yield: 2 servings Here’s [...]
Grocery Shopping Cheat-Sheet
December 24, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Here’s your grocery shopping cheat-sheet. Take this with you as a reminder of what to buy and what not to buy. Don’t buy food items that: Are filled with sugar or high fructose corn syrup. Are highly processed and contain unidentifiable ingredients. Are full of fat. Do buy: Whole, fresh fruits and vegetables. Whole grains. [...]
Spinach & Egg White Wrap
December 14, 2010 By Leave a Comment
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 3/4 cup tomato, [...]
Easy Turkey Wrap
December 10, 2010 By Leave a Comment
This wrap is perfect to pack for lunch or makes a quick and healthy dinner. It’s ready in a flash, tastes amazing, and is filled with lean turkey, veggies and whole sprouted grains. Try it today, but don’t be surprised if you get hooked! Servings: 1 Here’s what you need: 1 sprouted grain tortilla, 6 [...]
Home Cooking
December 6, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Here’s a simple way to lose weight in the New Year – cook more meals at home. Take control of the foods that you eat. This is the first step toward reclaiming your body and boosting your metabolism. Dinner doesn’t have to be elaborate. Include lean protein, fresh vegetables and a whole grain – that’s [...]
