12 Ways to Decrease Stress Levels
♫ “It’s the most wonderful time of the year” ♫ … or is it? The Christmas season is often a time of heightened stress levels for many people. People stress about the extra financial burden of gifts and extra outings, not to mention things like cleaning the house, Christmas decorating, extra cooking/baking, shopping for gifts… […]
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 […]
7 Strategies for Carving Out Me Time
(Note to the men reading this article: it’s geared for women, since we seen to have this problem more than you. Feel feel to keep reading and/or pass along to the special women in your life) Have you ever stopped to think about where you fit on your priority list? If you’re like most women, […]
Sugar-Free Chocolate Dip {recipe}
Here’s a little secret (not so secret) about me: I’m not much of a baker. How I came to create this sugar-free chocolate dip is a case in point! I was attempting to make these truffles but had made a few modifications and it didn’t turn out. However, what I did make was this delicious […]
Homemade Hummus {Recipe}
Hummus is one of my go-to snacks. It’s healthy, quick, and easy to make if you don’t have any around. Hummus is high in iron and vitamin C and has significant amounts of folate and vitamin B6. The chick peas are a good source of protein and dietary fiber. I made a plain version, but […]
Be Careful with Online Workouts
Online workouts are great, right? They are free, fun, and there are so many to choose from so you never get bored. Here’s the thing: not all online workouts are created equal! Because anyone can post on the internet there is SO MUCH information out there. Unfortunately, a lot of it is not necessarily safe […]
5 Tips for Getting a Good Night’s Sleep
How many hours a night do you sleep? 6? 8? 10? What about the quality of your sleep? Are you constantly waking up throughout the night or do you sleep solidly all the way til morning? Sleep is actually an important aspect of a healthy body and lifestyle, but it’s often overlooked. I’m just as […]
From A to Z: 26 Ideas for Being Active without Going to a Gym
I love going to the gym. As part of my regular schedule, it actually gets me out of the house and working out. If left to my own devices, I’d find a million and one things to do around the house before getting a workout in…you know, cleaning the bathroom, checking Facebook, etc. For me, […]
Chicken Fajitas {Recipe}
The other night my husband and I were stuck on what to eat. I’m sure you know the feeling! You’ve got some food in the fridge, but nothing really prepared… and no leftovers (I LOVE leftovers!) I knew I had some chicken breast in the freezer and some peppers and onions, so I decided to […]
What is Eating Clean?
You may have heard of clean eating and wondered “what the heck is it?” I was first introduced to clean eating last November when I joined my friend back stage during her first figure competition. Since we had a lot of time to kill we got to chatting about all sorts of stuff, including the […]
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 Barbeque Sauce {recipe}
Have you ever thought to check the ingredients list of your bbq sauce? Before I started eating clean, the thought never crossed my mind. Then, I looked. Guess what the first ingredient was? SUGAR! Chances are, that’s the first ingredient in your barbeque sauce too. Let’s look at the ingredients for Diana Sauce Original: INGREDIENTS […]
7 Tips for Integrating Exercise into Your Life
We all lead busy lives and sometimes it feels like there’s no time for exercise. In a previous post I discussed how it’s important to do all three aspects of physical activity: cardio, strength, and flexibility. I also mentioned that exercise should be done almost daily (days off are necessary). If you aren’t currently exercising, […]
Physical Activity 101: What Kind, How Often and Why?
Unless you’ve been living in a cave, you’ve heard about the importance of daily physical activity. In general, it’s recommended to perform 30-60 minutes of physical activity a day in order to stay healthy or to improve your health. Of course, this is easier said than done… I’ll focus on tips for building exercise into […]
Eat Clean Chicken Muffins {recipe}
A while ago I discovered my go-to meal item – Eat Clean Chicken Muffins. I make two batches of these every week. They are excellent for lunch, dinner, or even as a quick snack. There are so many things to love about these chicken muffins: – They are easy to make (takes maybe 15 min […]
