I wholeheartedly believe making healthy snacks for kids. A family favorite in our house are healthy Cheerio balls. Since we made these Peanut Butter Banana Cheerios Balls, we've tried different flavors and toppings. We even make them for holidays! We just made St. Patrick's Day Cheerios Balls and Valentine's Cheerio Snack Balls a month before. The … [Read more...]
Mint Chocolate Protein Smoothie
I did not buy a single box of Thin Mints this cookie season. Who says I can't avoid temptation? I love them but I eat way too many. But there is something so refreshing about minty chocolate. I always need help when it comes to my cravings. My sweet tooth is my undoing when it comes to my health and fitness goals. Got a soft spot for Andes? No problem. Can't stay away … [Read more...]
Yummy Healthy Snacks: 20 Super Tasty Chia Pudding Recipes
Cha cha cha chia! Just about every year, my sister gives me a chia something for Christmas. One year I got a Chia Duck Dynasty head. Another year, a Chia Zombie. Who knew that these fun novelty gifts would one day be outed as a "superfood?" These days I add chia seeds to my smoothies. However, there is another delicious way to enjoy the benefits of chia - in tasty chia … [Read more...]
Homemade Chocolate Raspberry Protein Pudding Cups
Ready to Drink Protein shakes are a quick and easy healthy snack idea. I toss them in a little lunch cooler for a quick snack when I am out and about. But as much as I love them, I admit they can get boring when you drink them every day. So I find other ways to enjoy my protein while at home. I love to have my protein as a nice, smooth protein pudding! I have a sweets … [Read more...]
Yummy Coconut Pineapple Smoothie: A Premier Protein Recipe
The toughest part of my fitness planning is the food. I am not a fan of meal "planning." I like to eat the food I cook. I just detest having to cook every.single.day. A large part of "my life flashing before my eyes" will be me cooking. Or cleaning the kitchen while cooking. Sad. (And morbid lol) It sucks to be 40. I don't burn through carbs like I … [Read more...]