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5 Reasons to Eat More Pumpkins
When I think of Pumpkins I think of Pumpkin Spice Lattés, Legging and boots, Fall, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Harvest…… But did you know that pumpkin’s are one of the best Super Foods available to us? Pumpkins are rich in carotenoids, beta-carotene, fiber, Vitamin C, potassium and tryptophan (found in Prozac). 1.) Pumpkins help Keep our Eyesight Sharp A cup of cooked, mashed pumpkin contains more than 200% of your recommended daily intake of vitamin A, which aides vision, according to the National Institutes of Health. 2.) Pumpkins Aid Weight Loss Pumpkins are a source of fiber, 3 grams per 1 cup serving and only 49 calories, it can help…
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10 Tips for a Healthy Football Season
Can you believe football season has started? This is a fun time of year, filled with parties going out to watch the games as well as going to the stadium to watch your favorite team hopefully win live! In this article you will find my 10 tips for a healthy football season. From the word go, the Football season seems provide a excess of reasons to eat badly. It starts near Labor Day, and goes right on past to New Years. Typically during this time of year our eating habits include foods and drinks that are so delicious, yet carry negative effects. So how can we have a fun football season,…
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Steak Coconut Curry with Edamame Spaghetti
Okay so I made this steak coconut curry with edamame spaghetti for my family last week it was a huge hit. Sometime my kids can be a bit picky. Can you relate? I love it when you make a healthy meal the whole family enjoys. A dinner with no complaining is a lovely dinner! This dinner was so simple and easy to make. For the Steak •1 Steak •Garlic •Onion Powder •Asian Mix Spice •Salt •Pepper For the Curry: •1/2 tablespoon coconut oil •1 large carrot, peeled and sliced, about a heaping 1/2 cup •1 small red bell pepper, sliced, about 1 cup •1 cup broccoli, cut into bite-sized pieces •1/3 cup onion, chopped,…
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Related posts:Fresh Coops, Happy Flock: Discover the Power of GrubTerra Coop RefresherKristin McConnellHi!! I’m Kristin McConnell, I am so glad you are here! I am a wife to my amazing husband and a Mom of two fabulous kids. I love gardening, raising chickens, bee keeping and baking sourdough bread! livesimplywithkristin.com
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Steak Coconut Curry with Edamame Spaghetti
Related posts:Fresh Coops, Happy Flock: Discover the Power of GrubTerra Coop RefresherKristin McConnellHi!! I’m Kristin McConnell, I am so glad you are here! I am a wife to my amazing husband and a Mom of two fabulous kids. I love gardening, raising chickens, bee keeping and baking sourdough bread! livesimplywithkristin.com
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5 Reasons Why It’s Important to Strengthen Your Core
A Strong Core is the Key to Flat Abs If you’re working towards that elusive six-pack, balance is important. Too much focus on the abdominals to the exclusion of other core muscles makes it harder to get the abdominal definition you’re looking for. To avoid this problem, balance exercises that work your abdominal muscles with ones that strengthen the muscles in your back, hips and pelvis. Do a well-balanced abdominal workout that focuses on all of the muscles in abdominal region, and add more back extensions and planks to work the muscles in your back and pelvis. Instead of zeroing in on your abs, aim for balance.Strong Core Muscles Improve…
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Summer Salad
Are you looking for a healthy side dish to bring to a party or serve at a get together? This is a delicious summer salad is full of superfoods. It is an easy and quick recipe to make. You can even add ingredients such as onions, green peppers, mushrooms. Try roasting the pine nuts first to add an even richer taste. Really the options are unlimited. Add grilled chicken or steak to make it a main dish. This salad would also be great to bring to lunch. Did you know? Blueberries are a super fruit packed with antioxidants that may fight disease and help with brain health. Pretty cool right!? Not only do they taste great and…
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Orange Julius
[cooked-notes show_header=true] Orange Julius Related posts:Fresh Coops, Happy Flock: Discover the Power of GrubTerra Coop RefresherKristin McConnellHi!! I’m Kristin McConnell, I am so glad you are here! I am a wife to my amazing husband and a Mom of two fabulous kids. I love gardening, raising chickens, bee keeping and baking sourdough bread! livesimplywithkristin.com
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Kale Chips
Do you love chips and a crunchy snacks but don’t like the fat or calories? Well I sure do but as you know greasy chips are NOT kind to our waist lines! I have a delicious chip alternative. Kale chips! They are so good and my kids LOVE them! I have a hard time keeping in the house. Almost as soon as I get them out of the oven the kids dive right in. You can buy kale at pretty much every grocery store. I like to find a batch with the smallest leaves. They make a better chip. This year we have planted a beautiful garden. I am so…
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TROPICAL CRUSH SMOOTHIE
Tropical Crush Smoothie a delicious blend of pineapple, banana and orange!
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Energizing Protein Balls
There are several ways you can make these protein ball. I want to make these as healthy as I can and without preservatives and other unwanted food additives. I made this batch with home Made peanut butter. Yum!! Homemade Peanut Butter My kids LOVE these delicious protein balls. So I wanted to share them with you! They are great for parties, dessert, a quick pick me up snack. Peanut Butter Protein Balls Makes 48 cookies 1 Cup Peanut Butter, Almond Butter, or Seed Butter 2/3 cup raw honey or agave 2 tsp. vanilla 1/2 cup flax meal 2 cups oats (use Gluten Free oats if needed) 1 cup Vanilla…
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Healthy Spring Food
Spring is here! Summer is just around the corner! The days are getting longer, the air is getting refresher, and everyone seems to be in a good mood. This changing of the season marks a time for all things to come alive and experience renewal. During this time of renewal, allow fresh healthy Spring foods to crowd out unhealthy food & unhealthy habits. Simply eating more of the fresh foods you’ll find at your local market will gradually crowd out any lingering rich or heavy foods until you no longer desire those anyway. To help you embrace the season, I’ve put together a list of spring foods and how…
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Why Hire a Personal Trainer
There are so much information online, free workouts, free recipes, and nutrition advice. Why hire a personal trainer? Can you loose weight and get healthy without a trainer? Sure you can and I’m sure you would do fabulous. Below are my top reasons why you should higher a personal trainer. 1. Motivation Perhaps the single, biggest benefit of hiring a trainer is motivation. On your own, people lose motivation to stick with a consistent exercise program. A Certified fitness trainer can provide structure, direction, accountability as well as be a friend who is interested in helping you succeed. 2. Individualized program Everyone’s body is different and we all carry…
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Toned Legs Challenge
Are you ready to get your legs in shape?? Come join us for a 30 Day Toned Legs Challenge! Let’s make this challenge the biggest challenge yet!!! Please Invite your friends and family!!! How To Accept the Challenge: 1. Click Here going to this event on FACEBOOK and invite your friends. Accountability is key! SHARE SHARE SHARE!! 2.) Click the link to receive your Toned Legs Challenge straight to your inbox: http://eepurl.com/bisgGT 3.) Like Innovative Health & Fitness https://www.facebook.com/innovativehealthandfitnesscoach I HOPE YOU WILL JOIN ME! Kristin Related posts:Fresh Coops, Happy Flock: Discover the Power of GrubTerra Coop RefresherKristin McConnellHi!! I’m Kristin McConnell, I am so glad…
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8 Ways to BOOST YOUR MOTIVATION to Work Out More!
“Don’t wish for it WORK for it!” Are you in need of some motivation to start a new workout routine or to stay on track with your health goals. Here are my eight tip to boost your motivation to workout more! Let’s get motivated to workout more, get moving and getting healthy. 1.) Envision that post workout “high” I just love that post workout feeling! Don’t you? You know there is only one way to get it. Ready. Set. GO!!! 2.) Set realistic fitness goals. Divide bigger aspirations into smaller checkpoints. Making each a triumph of their own. 3.) Visual Goal Hang a picture of yourself at your goal…
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I don’t have time to workout!
I just don’t have time to workout! Is this you? Have you said this in the past? I have heard this statement many times from a wide verity of people. In this day and age, we are generally busier than in previous years. We have work to do, kids to take care of, dinner to make, sports, kids activities…….I know I’m right there with you. Being a Mom of 2 active kids in multiple after school activities, running my own business. There are many reasons why we just don’t have time to work out. Here are my top 5 tips to fit in exercise in our busy schedule. 1.) While Brushing your teeth!…
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Crunchy Cashew Thai Quinoa Salad
What’s for dinner? Do you hear this every evening and then not sure how to answer? Do you struggle with figuring out what to make for dinner every week? It’s so easy to just grab something quick or order take out. Try this quick and easy healthy clean Crunchy Cashew Thai Salad. This dish will surprise your whole family. Make a double batch and freeze for another meal. I made this last week for my family and they just loved it. I added grilled chicken to the recipe to make it a main dish. You can also leave out the chicken and serve it as a side. You can also sub in fish, tofu or…
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Banana Nut Bread
This version is healthier than the normal banana nut bread. Made with less fat and crabs. This bread is also higher in protein. You can sub cottage cheese instead of Greek yogurt.
