healthy eating Tag
05 Apr Vegetarian Minestrone Soup
When I know I won't be home until later in the day, and I can anticipate that making dinner will not be one of the things I am going to want to do when I get home, I try and meal plan something using my slow cooker or dutch oven. This way I can just get home and not worry too much that dinner is going to be pizza. And since my back is recuperating again, I've been trying some new fitness classes. Monday I tried a "Muscle" group class (at Mountainside Fitness) taught by Dana. It didn't start until 6, which meant I wouldn't be home until 7:30. For what it's worth, two days later and my calves are still mad at me! If you are reluctant to strength train on the weight floor like me, I really recommend group fitness classes like this. Dana was great, and offered several modifications.15 Mar Rainbow BBQ Chopped Salad
I recently sat in on a talk about flexible macro counting by the Lululemon Scottsdale Quarter ambassador, Kacey Luvi ; avid cross fitter, busy mom and fellow blogger (if you are interested in macro counting click on her name above and she gives a pretty good explanation and how to on her blog). She reminded me of the need to be consuming enough calories to fuel your body. As a woman, I believe our society rewards us for eating "like birds" and as we integrate that habit into our daily lives, the desire to cut calories in order to lose weight becomes second nature to us. Personally, I can find myself falling into the same trap often. Kacey talks about "reverse dieting" on her blog as well.01 Feb Buddha Stir Fry
It's still January, and it's been pretty cold and rainy. Not as cold as it can get in other parts of the country, but for this area... it's our version of winter. With it being so gray and overcast (which I love, for what it's worth), sometimes I just crave a bright and vibrant meal, filled with fresh flavors and bursting with color. This recipe is a go to for me for just those moments.
02 Nov Healthy Fish and Chips
Friday night fish fry was always a thing growing up, but these days I try to avoid anything fried. This recipe is a healthier, low fat version of fish and chips. The chips are crispy and the fish is still breaded, but they are oven...
11 Oct Lighter Cabbage Roll Soup
Monday was Canadian Thanksgiving, and being that I am married to Canadian immigrant, we do a pseudo-celebration of the holiday and I whip up the most Canadian foods I know, pirogies. Those little pasta pillows filled with potatoes and onion, and topped with sour cream,...
17 Aug Simple Tomato & Meat Sauce
I love me some pasta. People get so down on carbohydrates, but theres a huge difference between carbohydrates that are bad for you (like french fries) and carbohydrates that actually fuel your body (like an actual potato or pasta). Carbohydrates are the primary source of...
03 Aug Buffalo Chickpea Salad
My husband loves buffalo chicken salad, and it's a great entree salad that comes together fairly quickly, which is great for busy weeknights!! Also, there are only a few ingredients, so less prep and less expensive. I wanted to change it up and try it...
20 May Rules for Eating Healthy
Here's some quick tips to keep in mind to help you eat healthier: avoid foods that are fried, sauteed, and/or breaded; instead choose foods that are baked, steamed or grilled avoid fake foods like margarine or non-diary creamers; instead choose real butter, milk, etc. in...