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Snag Up These Summer Fruits & Veggies + Recipes

By Christine Oakes Summer is just around the corner! One of my favorite things about summer is all of the fresh fruits and veggies I find popping up in grocery stores and farmers markets. If they are available where you live I encourage…
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Fitness Hacks To Survive The Holidays

There’s no doubt that the holiday season is upon us and is going to get crazy as ever. It always is right? Well, I’m here to help you survive so you don’t completely sabotage all of the hard work you’ve put towards your health and fitness…
How much protein do you REALLY need?
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Top Ways To Ward Off Illness

It seems like everyone is getting sick recently. From the flu to the common cold, tissues are being passed around. While it would be great if there was a way to completely avoid getting sick, there are certain things that you can do to reduce…
Does fasting hurt or help?

Does Fasting Hurt Or Help?

Recently, I have become aware that fasting is integrated into the lives of many people. Some have religious purposes such as the recent Muslim holiday Ramadan. Others fast in hopes of achieving weightloss (I do not believe this is a safe way…
Spinach and Strawberry Summer Salad
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Spinach & Strawberry Summer Salad

This is seriously one of my favorite combo of flavors! As fresh strawberries become available for summer this is a must have. Strawberry Spinach Salad 2 cups spinach 5-6 strawberries sliced 1/2 cup quinoa cooked 1/4 avocado…
Quick Eats - Vibrant Cauliflower
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Quick Eats: Vibrant Cauliflower

With just a few simple ingredients you can create a new twist to what can be a somewhat boring veggie: cauliflower. Ingredients: 1 head of cauliflower - chopped 1 1/2 t turmeric 1-2 T olive oil handful of cilantro - chopped …
Quick eats - veggies with soft-cooked eggs
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Quick Eats: Veggies With Soft-Cooked Eggs

Life is busy! We all want to eat healthy, but need something quick. Here is a favorite go to for me when I am short on time & need to fill my belly. Ingredients: 3-4c of your favorite veggies (chopped) 1c beans (butter beans,…
How much protein do you REALLY need?
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How Much Protein Do You REALLY Need?

When trying to build lean muscle and lose weight most people are always looking for ways to get more protein into their diet. Protein is responsible for building muscle right? While protein is the building block for muscle growth, consuming…