Grain + Protein + Veggies + Sauce + Toppings Grain: This is the base of your bowl and will provide the complex carbs your body needs for energy. Different grains have different textures, so try different ones until you find your favorite. Try: brown rice, quinoa, faro, couscous, polenta Tip: Cook grains in chicken, vegetable, or beef broth to add more flavor. Protein: Don’t over … Continue reading Power Up With a Grain Bowl
Everyone is looking for the next new thing when it comes to dieting and exercise, especially with summer right around the corner. For a method that is relatively new and challenging, carb cycling may be the next great thing in the effort to overcome a weight loss plateau. While one’s first thought of this method may consist of riding a bike and eating a cheeseburger, … Continue reading Rotate Your Diet With Carb Cycling
Fudgy Avocado Brownies With Avocado Frosting Ingredients 300 grams dark chocolate, chopped or chips 2 tablespoons coconut oil 2 medium hass avocados, pitted and peeled 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 3 eggs at room temperature 1/2 cup cocoa powder 1/2 cup less 1 tablespoon coconut flour Instructions Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line the base and sides of … Continue reading Healthier Baking Recipes
There are many ways to deal with stress, and coping can sometimes come in the form of food. There is a positive and a negative to food being the solution to our stressful situations. The negative is stress eating, which can add unwanted weight and create unhealthy relationships with food. There is a way that food can be a positive solution, and that is stress … Continue reading Bake Your Stress Away
For thousands of years, tea has been a major part of Asian culture due to its soothing, restorative, and refreshing nature. However, there are many reasons tea should be a part of your everyday diet. At the very least, it’s a flavorful way of getting enough fluid into your body each day. On top of that, studies have shown teas can help protect your teeth, … Continue reading One Steep at a Time
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