When I decided to try this whole Clean Eating “Paleo” Lifestyle free from sugar or any other processed foods, the hardest part I found was finding “dessert” like sweets that I could have once in a while that would satisfy my sweet tooth and were not a piece of fruit. It was pretty impossible to find any chocolate without sugar added, and honestly I was amazed by how much sugar dark chocolate possessed. When I went off sugar I was amazed by how much better I felt so I […] Continue reading →
I am sure that I am not the only one out there who has bought tomato’s in December or Strawberries in January only to get them home and discover that while they may LOOK appetizing there is absolutely no flavor. And without any flavor the argument can be presented that there probably isn’t very much nutritional value as well. It’s common sense that something which is grown artificially in the wrong season, or is grown 2,000 miles from where it is actually going to be […] Continue reading →
Disclaimer: The information published on this blog is not written by medical professionals. It is my personal blog, with a purpose of sharing my own personal knowledge, opinions, and experiences with nutrition and fitness. Always consult your physician before starting any exercise or nutrition program if you have any existing medical conditions. You probably remember how a few months ago I began trying to transition into a very clean way of eating by following the Paleo Lifestyle (for […] Continue reading →
The average shopper combing the super market isles can expect to see an array of food labels which can make finding the healthiest choices for you or your family confusing. We however, are hoping to make your supermarket experience a little less confusing by providing you with the helpful information you need to decode some common food label terms. USDA Organic: This means that items have been certified by the USDA as “100 Percent Organic” meaning that the only methods used to produce […] Continue reading →
I am on another lettuce wrap kick which actually is working out perfectly while I am participating in my Spring Clean Eating Challenge. This challenge basically means that for 30 days I am eliminating all dairy (except eggs) grains, legumes, vegetable oils, processed foods, and added sugar. I have to say that while I thought this challenge would be difficult it really hasn’t been at all and I have found myself to be really enjoying it. For last nights dinner we decided to go the Fish […] Continue reading →
Every year come Spring my taste buds seem to change and I wind up craving a whole slew of different foods than I did in the dreary winter months. While some of my favorite foods this month are average household shopping staples, I have made a few amazing finds that are a little out of the box and that I am completely obsessed with! Kombucha: Oh My God! How do I even describe my love affair with Kombucha! This all natural beverage loaded with powerful enzymes and probiotics have been doing […] Continue reading →
Green juices are obviously a favorite of mine. I love the bright green color, the endless combination of delicious blendable ingredients, and the potential to get creative each morning I make one. This morning I wanted to try my best to keep the glycemic index on this bad boy down by deciding to pass on the half banana I usually add in place of pineapple. While both fruits are relatively higher in sugar I thought that pineapple may be a better option to try, plus it is a great metabolism booster! […] Continue reading →
Today in my office we launched our second clean eating/living “Paleo” challenge where we vowed for 30 days to eat a clean diet based on vegetables, fruit, healthy fats, lean meat, and NO grains, dairy, added sugars, or artificial/processed foods. My family also decided that they would like to take part in the challenge and so we decided to do girls versus the boys. My mom and I are totally planning on kicking Mike and my Dad’s butts. For any of you out there would like to […] Continue reading →
While living the Paleo Lifestyle grains are considered to be off limits. Instead, we are supposed to fill our meals with nutrient rich fruits, nuts, vegetables, and meat protein to curb the need to overdose of carbohydrates. When we eat this way our bodies begin to use the fat we have stored for fuel, rather than immediately using the carbohydrates we consume from grains. While fruits and vegetables do consist of carbohydrates they are not nearly as carbohydrate dense as most […] Continue reading →
Even though Spring and Summer have yet to really arrive here in the Northeast, I have been itching to break away from the packaged and canned products from the grocery store and get back to making things fresh like I do mostly all Spring and Summer long. When I got to thinking about one of my favorite Italian sauces, dips, or spreads…I am talking about you PESTO, I realized that this particular item is something which really can be made year round. Since herbs tend to do great […] Continue reading →
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