Fat. Often labeled as 'the bad guy,' much like carbs, it can get a bad rap. But the truth fat alone does not make you fat, and your body needs a certain amount of fat to function its best. The body uses fat as an energy source during longer endurance workouts and lower intensity exercise. And dietary fats play an essential role in cell growth, balancing healthy hormones, protecting your organs, regulating body temperature, and nutrient absorption. But all fats are not created

Think eating healthy means you have to sacrifice flavor and all those FUN foods you love? No Way! If you've been around my blog long, then you know I'm all about that healthy life balance. And that means you absolutely can have your cookie and eat it too! Even better when that cookie boasts great health benefits! And don't let the name fool you, these Skinny Chocolate Chip Banana Cookies do not disappoint! They're loaded with yummy flavor and chocolatey goodness. By using ba

Warm, fresh out of the oven pizza. A tried and true comfort food, great for a picnic at the park, your next Friday movie night in, or to serve the masses at a social gathering. Unfortunately as tasty as it is, most pizza, whether it's store bought or delivered, is often not too healthy. High in salt, unhealthy fats, and more. But with a few simple tweaks you can put a healthier spin on your pizza and have FUN doing it too! And it's a super fun way to engage the whole hous

'Tis the season for pumpkin! From lattes to muffins and everything in between, pumpkin flavor is in the air and tantalizing our taste buds. Making it a great time to whip up a batch of these Pumpkin Oatmeal Muffins! Loaded with the goodness of pumpkin, oatmeal, nuts (optional) and egg, these muffins deliver protein, complex carbs, healthy fats and all kinds of essential vitamins and minerals to keep you going strong! Perfect for busy mornings, a mid-day snack or after dinner

I love a good smoothie... because it's one of the simplest ways to support my healthy living goals by supplying all sorts of nutrients, one tasty sip at a time. And if one of your health goals includes eating better, smoothies may be your new best friend. The truth is most of us don't have time to sit down and eat a plate full of fruits, vegetables, proteins, complex carbs, and healthy fats at each and every meal. I mean that's a lot of prep! But with a smoothie, you just thr

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