I want to share more recipes with you guys and this simple meal prep combo is a great place to start. My husband loves this meal and so do I (I’ll miss it as I’m going Vegan, but that’s for another post…). 7 dollars (or less) for 2 meals! All you need is… 16 oz of […]
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6 Top Vegetarian Sources of Protein
Protein is an incredibly important aspect of a healthy diet. Many people get their daily protein needs met with meat but for vegetarians and vegans it can be difficult to get enough if you don’t realize that you can get enough protein from a variety of plant-based sources. Protein is the nutrient responsible for many body […]
What are the best carbs to eat when you are slimming down?
When you are trying to slim down one of the most difficult things to manage is your carb intake. Some weight loss plans promote “no carbs at all” or very little carbs. For many people, that is not a good idea, especially if you are looking to lose the weight and to keep the weight […]
5 Superfoods That You Should Be Eating
Superfoods have been in the news lately and can be found listed in many diet plans. The obvious conclusion from their nickname is that these foods can somehow provide more nutritional benefits than the average fruit or vegetable. What makes something a “superfood” isn’t that it contains an unusually high level of any one beneficial […]
Weight Loss on a Budget Tip #15: Diversify Your Protein Options
The Weight Loss on a Budget Tip for Today: #15 Diversify Your Protein Options. Meat is not the only source of protein. There are so many different, affordable options for you to get the protein you need. Sometimes, having variety in terms of meat can be expensive. You may not be able to afford some […]
2-Day Clean Eating Sample Menu
Today, I wanted to give you a preview of our Clean Eating Ebook with this 2-Day Clean Eating Sample Menu. This sample will give you an idea of how you could be eating this month to support your weight loss efforts. Each meal is approximately 1500-1700 calories by my judgement. Of course, you can adjust […]
Recipe: Pesto Shrimp and Snow Peas with Quinoa and Whole Grain Brown Rice
My fiance can really cook and I’m a very, very picky eater. That can drive him crazy at times, I’m sure. I made Pesto Shrimp and Snow Peas with Quinoa and Whole Grain Brown Rice for him a few months after we joined households and he loved it. Now he makes this recipe for me […]
