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  • Why Fat Doesn't Make you Fat!

    Why Fat Doesn’t Make You FAT!

    June 4, 2021 / 4 Comments

    If you're concerned eating fat will make you fat, think again!

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    November 29, 2020 / 4 Comments

    It’s 12 Days of Christmas COOKIES. This is my 3rd year doing this series! It’s been a huge hit and I have so much fun putting this together!  I have 12 recipes coming your way. And they are keto, paleo, grain-free, refined sugar-free, and totally and completely full of delicious flavor.  I have something for everyone! These are perfect for anything Christmas desserts. A cookie exchange, cooking with the kids, holiday parties, Christmas Eve night, Cookies for Santa. Anything! I just love this time of year! Even though this year might look a little different! Holiday parties, driving around looking at  Christmas lights, Christmas movies, time for giving…  12 Days of Christmas Cookie Series If there is a time to make a lot of cookies, it is Christmas time!…

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    November 22, 2020 / 0 Comments

    Welcome to Another Meal Planning Sunday! I hope you enjoyed last week’s meal plan! Did you try any of the recipes? Leave me a comment below! Which was your favorite? If you missed it you can check out all my meal plans here. Before planning out your meals and heading to the store.

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  • Hugelkultur: German-style Raised Garden Beds

    May 19, 2018 / 0 Comments

    Hugelkultur: German-style Raised Garden Beds Since I now have 7 raised beds 5 of them are 8X4X2 and two of them are 4X4X2 which means they need a lot of fill. Check out how we built them here: In the past when we had raised beds we ordered a big load of soil. I have since learned so much about gardening. For the last 3/4 years, we have been lucky enough to be able to grow a large vegetable garden at my Father-in-Laws he has a beautiful piece of property. Hugelkultur is essentially making raised garden beds using wood logs as a base. The word Hugelkultur roughly translates to “hill culture.” The…

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    December 12, 2017 / 0 Comments

    I am so excited to start this blog series this month  12 Days of Cookies! These recipes are delicious and healthier versions. I have something for everyone, Paleo, Whole30, Gluten-Free, Vegan… Day 1 of 12 Days of Cookies!  On the first Day of Cookies, my trainer gave to me…  These energy peanut butter protein balls are my take on the tradition Peanut Butter Blossom Cookie. I don’t just make these protein balls just around Christmas time, I make them for parties or for a quick grab and go snack. I have made these for my bunko group, Christmas party, school parties and they are a big hit. Energizing Peanut Butter Protein Balls Paleo, Gluten-Free,…

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  • Planting My Vegetable Garden

    May 14, 2017 / 0 Comments

    Do you plant a garden? I am just so in love with having our own garden. Where I know that there weren't any bad chemicals sprayed on them. I also select organic non-gmo seeds.

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    May 1, 2017 / 0 Comments

    With summer just around the corner we are all looking for ways to flatten our stomachs! Or get that beautiful 6 pack. But how do we do that and what causes our belly gains? In this series I am going to break it down and show you how to get that beautiful flat belly we all strive for. Don’t forget to sign up for my 8 week Bikini Challenge which is designed to help you get that summer body you will feel confident, happy and healthy!  Join Here Flat Belly Series!  I’m really excited to share all this information and hope you are too! What comes to mind when you think…

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    Happy 4th of July! Thank you to everyone who has fought and those who continue to fight for the Freedom we enjoy each and every day! July is one of my Favorite months. Time for BBQ’s, friends and family. I love going to the park to watch the fireworks with my family.  It’s also my birthday month. With all the parties and party food, it can be hard to stick with our goals. I am always on the hunt for fun healthy dishes everyone will enjoy. It is so much fun to bring a healthy dish to a party that no one realizes it healthy! =)  I have some delicious…

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    February 24, 2016 / 0 Comments

    Clean Blueberry Yogurt Oat Cookie Ingredients • 1 cup stevia • 1 1/2 cups plain (no sugar added) Greek yogurt 1 large egg, beaten • 1 teaspoon vanilla • 2 cups oat flour • 2 teaspoons baking powder • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1 cup fresh blueberries Directions Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease several baking sheets, or line them with silicone baking mats, and set aside. In a large mixing bowl, mix together the stevia and yogurt, then blend in the egg and vanilla. In a separate bowl, whisk the oat flour, baking powder, and salt together, then blend it into the wet yogurt mixture. Gently fold…

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  • Herbal Tea

    February 24, 2016 / 0 Comments

    Herbal Tea Challenge! Did You know that tea is packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, herbal teas are a natural way to give your health a boost. Herbal teas are not only delicious and relaxing, they can help with everything from detoxifying your body to boosting your energy levels.   By drinking tea, you are providing your body with much-needed hydration, which most people forget to monitor during cold, winter days.   Tea can relieve insomnia, calm an upset stomach, and help fight viruses and infections. Teas also have been proven to help protect against cancer, heart disease, and diabetes; encourage weight loss, helps burn fat, reduces stress,  prevent clogging…

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    September 15, 2015 / 0 Comments

    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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    August 6, 2015 / 0 Comments

    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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    August 5, 2015 / 0 Comments

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