xo,
michelle
Tuesday, August 26, 2014
Monday, August 25, 2014
Tuesday, August 19, 2014
Fit Tip...
Beware of labels promising “real fruit juice”!
Most of theses fruit juices may sound healthy, especially when they promise to have "added vitamins" but juice is basically a stripped-down version of its origins. Meaning, the fiber from the skin is removed and you are left with mainly sugar.
A typical eight-ounce serving of juice packs in 20 to 30 grams of sugar—the amount you’d find in a regular soda!
Sure, it’s better to choose fruit juice over soda, but if you really want extra vitamins, grab an apple instead (the fiber it contains slows down sugar absorption) & wash it down with water.
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Wednesday, August 13, 2014
RECIPE: Watermelon & Heirloom Tomato Salad
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Schools may be back in session but that doesn't mean we're pulling out
the cozy sweaters yet!
Sweet watermelon & savory heirloom tomatoes are a perfect pair & make a delicious, healthy summer salad. Choose tomatoes of several different colors for dramatic appeal.
Total Time: 15 min.
Prep Time: 15 min.
Cooking Time: None
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients
1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
3 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
2 Tbsp. finely chopped basil (or mint, chives, or parsley)
¼ tsp. sea salt
¼ tsp. ground black pepper
1 cup arugula (also known as rocket)
½ medium seedless watermelon, rind removed, cut into 2-inch triangles
3 medium heirloom tomatoes, sliced into wedges
½ cup yellow cherry tomatoes, cut in half
¼ medium red onion, sliced thin
2 Tbsp. crumbled feta cheese (about ½ oz.)
Directions:
1. Combine oil, vinegar, basil, salt & pepper in small bowl; whisk to blend. Set aside.
2. Arrange arugula, watermelon, heirloom tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, & onion on a large serving platter.
3. Drizzle evenly with dressing.
4. Top evenly with cheese.
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Tuesday, August 12, 2014
Tell Me...
I recently posed this question on my FB thinking I knew exactly what the majority answer would be...
& I would be lying if I said I wasn't shocked by the outcome!
So, let me pose the same simple question here...
Are you a CHAPSTICK or LIPGLOSS girl?
COMMENT below & let me know!
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xo,
michelle
Friday, August 8, 2014
RECIPE: Weekend Huevos Rancheros
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Weekend Huevos Rancheros
Total Time: 35 min.
Prep Time: 10 min.
Cooking Time: 25 min.
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients:
2 tsp. olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 (14.5-oz.) can diced tomatoes (OR fresh!)
1 (4-oz.) can diced green chiles
½ tsp. ground chili powder
¼ tsp. sea salt
Nonstick cooking spray
4 large eggs
4 corn tortillas, warm
2 Tbsp. finely chopped red onion
2 Tbsp. shredded Monterey jack cheese
Cilantro leaves (for garnish; optional)
Directions:
1. Heat oil in medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add onion; cook, stirring frequently, for 4 to 5 minutes, or until onion is translucent.
3. Add tomatoes and green chiles; cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes.
4. Season with chili powder and salt; cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Set aside.
5. Heat large nonstick skillet, lightly coated with spray, over medium heat.
6. Add eggs one at a time, taking care egg whites don’t touch; cook, covered, for 3 minutes. Remove lid. Cook to desired yolk consistency. Remove from heat.
7. Top each tortilla evenly with onion mixture. Top gently with egg and top evenly with red onion and cheese.
8. Garnish with a cilantro leaf if desired.
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Thursday, August 7, 2014
Wednesday, August 6, 2014
RECIPE: Chia Quinoa Muffins
Summer's coming to an end, schools are back in session & traffic is about to get BANANAS!!!
These babies are a deLISH option for a healthy breakfast (or snack) on the go!
They're filled with good for you superfoods & a great protein source...
thank you very much greek yogurt!!!
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INGREDIENTS
2 cups cooked quinoa
1/4 cup banana Greek yogurt (I thought it added a fun flavor!)
1 cup whole wheat flour
1 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup coconut palm sugar ( or brown sugar)
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
2 Tbsp chia seeds
3/4 cup fat-free milk
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla extract
INSTRUCTIONS
1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2.Cook quinoa according to package directions & let cool for about 5 minutes.
3.In medium bowl, combine quinoa, flours, sugar, baking powder, salt and chia seeds.
4.In a smaller bowl, whisk together milk, egg, yogurt & vanilla extract.
5.Slowly add to quinoa mixture and stir until just combined.
6.Divide mixture evenly among 15 greased muffin tins & bake for about 25 to 30 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7.Allow to cool for about 5 minutes and ENJOY!
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from my first big shipment from Better Body Foods!
xo,
michelle
Monday, August 4, 2014
Thursday, July 31, 2014
FIT TIP: Step Away From the Sugar
That's right folks...
Step awaaay from the SUGAR!
(You're already sweet enough)
Did you know that your recommended daily intake for sugar is
LESS than the amount in one can of soda!
YIIIKES!!!
According to the World Health Organization, less than 5 percent of your total daily calories should be sugar.
For us girls that comes out to about 24g & guys 36g...
Click HERE for a quick video that visually breaks that down for you in terms of FOOD!
For us girls that comes out to about 24g & guys 36g...
Click HERE for a quick video that visually breaks that down for you in terms of FOOD!
That’s tricky, given all the sneaky places sugar hides these days...
like bottled salad dressings, ketchup, breads & even MILK!
(Side note: A serving of milk contains on average, 12 grams of sugar! WHAT!?!)
And that's not to mention the obvious sources, like pastries!
A good rule of thumb is to aim for foods with less than 4 grams of sugar per serving,
and look at the ingredients label for not only plain old sugar,
but also high fructose corn syrup and organic cane juice.
Now don't go freaking out on me! This doesn't mean you have to be deprived
of a little sweetness in your lives!
Here are some of my favorite natural alternatives to plain ol' sugar...
Stevia...
I even just planted my own stevia plant!
Coconut Palm Sugar...
I get mine HERE
Agave...
also available thru BBF or at most local grocery stores these days!
Maple Syrup...
& NO, I dont mean the Mrs. Butterworth type.
Get the "real" stuff people!
I know I was definitely shocked to find out how much sugar has been stowing away in my favorite foods... Especially when it comes to my condiments!
Luckily, I have found some amazingly easy to make & TASTY recipes that I have stared making to replace the store bought evils that I have banned from my household!
Would you like me to share some of these recipes, including one for sugar-free ketchup, with you!?!
If you do, drop me a comment below
& be sure to subscribe to the blog up top so you dont miss them!
xo,
michelle
Tuesday, July 29, 2014
RECIPE: Coconut Flour Sponge Cupcakes
INGREDIENTS
1/2 cup coconut flour
6 eggs room temperature - VERY IMPORTANT
6 tablespoons coconut oil
6 tablespoons raw honey
2 tablespoons coconut milk - room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
DIRECTIONS
1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and prepare a muffin tin with 8 liners
2. Combine the coconut flour and eggs until smooth.
Add the remaining ingredients and stir well.
3. Divide evenly between the muffin tins. Bake until golden and a toothpick comes out clean, about 20 minutes.
4. Cool completely and frost with your fav "healthy" (or not) topping.
and ENJOY!
A few notes:
* I threw mine in the fridge to cool because it was such a hot day & the chill together with the texture of the cupcakes a moist, dense & spongey... SO GOOOD!!!
* My 13 year old daughter helped me make these & once we had the batter divided into the cupcake liners she suggested we add a drop of vanilla on top of each & swirl it in with a toothpick... genius idea Lauren!
* These are a "good for you" treat but you might not want tell that to your taste testers so they wont turn their noses up before they have a chance to try them & fall in the love! Then you can sit back & feel good about making a treat for your family that does a body good!
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PS... Check out a little recent "unboxing" fun video
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from my first big shipment from Better Body Foods!
xo,
michelle
Monday, July 28, 2014
Thursday, July 24, 2014
The BOOM Tube: Protect Your Skin
Suns out here is the good ol' USA so what's
the most important part of your skin routine...
moisturize & PROTECT!!!
Check out the latest episode of The BOOM Tube
to find out what I'm currently using to
do just that!
the most important part of your skin routine...
moisturize & PROTECT!!!
Check out the latest episode of The BOOM Tube
to find out what I'm currently using to
do just that!
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Wednesday, July 23, 2014
Monday, July 21, 2014
Milkshake Monday... Peppermint Patty
Ingredients
1 scoop Chocolate Shakeology
(you can also use Vanilla Shakeo with a heaping TBSP of good quality cocoa powder)
1 tsp of organic coconut oil
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
1/8 cup of unsweetened shredded coconut
2 teaspoons of organic mint extract (or to taste)
1/2 banana
5ish ice cubes
(sprinkle with a few mini choc chips as a topping if you like!... I DO!!!)
Directions:
Combine all ingredients, blend & ENJOY!!!
Packed full of your daily dose of dense nutrition, this recipe is the perfect solution whether you're looking to satisfy a sweet tooth or looking for an effective post-workout companion!
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The BOOM Tube: Hair Product Must Have!
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Friday, July 18, 2014
The BOOM Tube: Suckered in By a Snazzy Name...
Welcome to the FIRST EVER edition of...
The BOOM Tube Vlog!!!
Today you'll find me at Target... AKA mine & my daughter's MECCA!
Check out what stopped me in my tracks & suckered me in!
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