Homemade Healthy Chocolate Delight Ice Cream
When the weather is hot, you want to cool down with a refreshing treat, right? How about a healthy option that’s tasty too! :) Try this Homemade Healthy Chocolate Delight Ice Cream and it’s variations. It only takes a few minutes to make and uses minimal ingredients. Homemade Healthy Chocolate Delight Ice Cream (Original Version) 3 bananas, […]
No-Bake Carrot Cake Balls
Oh. My. Goodness. These No-Bake Carrot Cake Balls are soooooo delicious!! As usual, they are extremely easy to make (I love anything no–bake) and according to some, they taste like ginger molasses cookies. Yum! If you’re looking for a healthy snack, I highly recommend these. Ingredients: – 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut – 6 medjool dates, […]
The 4 Worst Things to Do After Overeating
Yesterday I ate too much. The day started ok, with a typical breakfast and lunch. Mid-afternoon I was at a friend’s for a little gathering. I didn’t show up hungry but over the course of a few hours I nibbled on the chips, popcorn, hummus and crackers, bologna and fruit. I didn’t stuff my face […]
Decadent (and Healthy) Chocolate Brownies {recipe}
Decadent… AND healthy?! Yup, you read that correctly! These brownies are sure to be a crowd favorite and no one will ever guess the secret ingredient… black beans. Seriously. Don’t knock it until you try it. And, in keeping with all my other recipes, they are super easy to make with minimal ingredients. I’m sharing […]
10 Sneaky, Simple Ways to Eat More Veggies
We all know we should eat more vegetables, but it’s often tough to eat enough of them. Here are 10 ways to eat more vegetables:1. Smoothie – eat a smoothie for breakfast or snack. Add a cup of spinach and some berries. You won’t taste the spinach, I promise.2. Chop in advance – spend 30-45 minutes […]
Healthy Low Sugar Peanut Butter Cookies {recipe}
Peanut butter! YUM!! I don’t know why but it’s so tasty! Most people I know can’t get enough of the stuff! It’s definitely hard to limit how much you eat. I have to force myself to stop putting the spoon in for more. Turn peanut butter into a cookie and wham!! even more potent! However, […]
No-Bake Cocoa Macaroons {recipe}
I’m not one to love sweets… I’m more of a chip gal, but when my Mom sent me this recipe for No-Bake Cocoa Macaroons (thanks Mom!) I thought I’d try it out. Can I just say, YUM! And only 5 ingredients! And no bake!! It’s a perfect snack for busy parents to make for the kids […]
Easy Homemade Apple Sauce {recipe}
Making apple sauce from scratch is much easier than you may think! And by using the right apples, it will be naturally sweet so you won’t need to add any sugar. I was making my homemade protein bars recipe which calls for 1/4 cup apple sauce but when I opened up the bottle I had […]
Top 10 Ultimate SuperFoods
“Super food” is a name given to a food that is highly nutritional and contains many health benefits for your body. Part of the eat clean way of eating is to eat whole, natural foods instead of processed food. Superfoods are like the cream of the crop of these healthy foods. If optimal health is […]
How to Make Perfect Homemade Popcorn {recipe}
mmm who doesn’t love popcorn?! It’s a fun, finger food snack that everyone can enjoy, from child to grandparent. It’s also a really healthy snack…except for when slathered in heavy oil or butter (or who knows what’s in that fake butter/oil at the movie theater). Making homemade popcorn is super easy and also saves money! […]
How to Make Homemade Ketchup in Under 5 Minutes {video}
Ketchup. A favorite on burgers, fries, and eggs, it’s probably the most popular condiment on the market. But did you know, it’s also extremely easier to make?! Yup, you can make your own clean, healthy version at home with simple ingredients you likely have around the house. All you need is about 5 minutes, a […]
Homemade Protein Bars {Recipe}
I’m totally one of those people who always has food on them. I generally eat every two hours (small meals), so if I know I’m going to be away from home/food for a while I bring a snack with me. I don’t want to be caught hungry and tempted to buy junk food. Protein bars […]
Eat Clean Nuts and Seeds Granola
I was never really that fond of granola…not that I didn’t like it, I just never ate it. Until I started making my own eat clean version! Now I make a batch about once every two weeks. I’ve discovered the most amazing ways to eat it! Option 1: Make a protein shake (I use unsweetened […]
Protein Mini Muffins
Protein Mini Muffins are super easy to make (5 min prep, 15 min bake) and are a healthy alternative to a treat like a two-bite brownie. If you use a flavored protein powder (I love BioX Chocolate Peanut Butter Swirl) it’s super yummy and low-calorie! Just compare nutritional info for 2 servings (2 pieces): Two-bite […]
