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Some meals just seem made for meal prep (I’m looking at you, overnight oats… 😆).    But can you really meal prep smoothies?    I get that question a lot… and the answer is ABSOLUTELY!   I’m gonna give you ALL the tips and tricks you need to stock your fridge and freezer full of

How Long Does Meal Prep Last We’ve all had prepared food to disappear into the back of the fridge for far too long.    Have you ever opened a meal prep container that’s been hanging out in the back of the fridge for who knows how long and said to yourself, “I’m sure it’s still

It’s no secret that diet and exercise are critical components of creating a healthy, toned body. But even though weightlifting is important for muscle gain, if you’re looking for huge muscles and a slim waistline to show off next summer, there’s no amount of exercise that can out-train a diet of sugar and fast food.

How to Meal Prep Salads If salads are your jam, you know a quality salad can cost you twice as much as a burger. Yikes! Not only does that price take a hit to your wallet, but it also takes a hit to your motivation to eat the salad instead of the burger.   When

Many food trends come and go, but meal prepping is more than a trend. With meal prepping and meal delivery kits growing in popularity over the last two decades, meal prepping is now a way of life for many people. This smart meal-planning method is particularly popular among busy people. You can save time and

Meal prepping is one of the hottest trends for home cooks. And rightfully so – it’s a total game-changer for managing your diet!  If you’re looking to improve your health, save time and money, reduce food waste, and have your meals for the week ready in one day, meal prepping is the way to go.

Are you looking to gain weight and muscle mass but you’re finding it hard to stick to your goals? Sure, you could hit the drive-thru for a calorie-packed meal, but when you want that weight to land on your biceps and not your belly, what you eat matters. Meal prepping is the ultimate way to

How many times have you put yourself on a diet? Too many to count? Yeah, me too. Calorie restrictions are awful! Watching everyone else eat a full meal (and maybe dessert) while you try to starve a few pounds off your waistline is not what any of us want to do. And after all that,

Have you ever heard the saying that “breakfast is the most important meal of the day”? Well, it’s true!  Starting your day with a quality breakfast is linked to higher energy levels, adequate nutrition, controlled weight, and reduced illness. That’s a lot of positives for one little meal of the day! OK… but let’s be

Have you been to the grocery store lately? Can you believe how prices have climbed this year? Seriously, in the time it takes me to write this article, I’m afraid grocery costs will have gone up again! We all know eating out can take a hit to our bank account, but with inflation driving our

You’ve saved a picture of those perfectly prepped, healthy meals all lined up in glass containers – but have you actually given meal prepping a try? It’s one thing to swipe through the millions of examples on social media, but it’s a total game-changer to open up your fridge and pull out one of those

Are you ready to make food not only work for your body but also your bottom line? The meal prep industry shows no signs of slowing, and with projected growth, for years to come, it’s a great market to jump into if you’re considering starting a business. Our lives are busier than ever! And while

Healthy eating doesn’t have to be expensive and it definitely doesn’t need to sacrifice flavor. But even when we WANT to eat healthy foods, prepackaged processed foods and fast food just seem so… convenient. When dinnertime rolls around, and you’re hungry, it’s easy to give in to those unhealthy cravings because of how fast they

Let’s Cook Together Hey, y’all! Summer is officially at its peak. And with it, we’re getting hit with record-setting temperatures, equally soaring gas prices, and eye-popping inflation that’s driving the cost of food higher and higher. I know that for many people, it’s hard to maintain a healthy diet in the face of this kind

There’s an emphasis on eating more real, wholesome foods and being plant dominant in our diets.  I think the best style of eating to achieve that is the Mediterranean diet since it allows for a bit of everything in moderation, while maintaining a strong focus on fresh (not processed) foods and vegetables.   REQUIREMENTS Must

WE CAN STILL HAVE GAME DAY here’s how: Just because the coronavirus is still everywhere, we don’t have to give up on the big game. After all, the stands on Sunday will be full of cutouts AND healthcare workers being flown out in reward for their hard work and dedication. So we know we can

BOOST YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM THIS FALL WITH THESE FIVE GINGER RECIPES There’s a lot of science that backs up ginger’s impressive resume: it’s full of antioxidants it’s anti-inflammatory ginger relieves nausea ginger can protect against cancer ginger bolsters cardiovascular health Our immune systems need all the help they can get this fall, and although coronavirus

Hey, y’all! If you’ve been following along on Insta lately, you’ve heard by now that I have a new line of wellness teas hitting the shelves soon.  If you HAVEN’T been following along, well… now you know anyway! Tea has been a big part of my life ever since I started my health and wellness

Fall into these five soup recipes to stay warm! Look, there are a LOT of reasons to make soup recipes a regular part of your diet: They help you eat seasonally They’re loaded with vitamins and minerals Most can boost your immune system (see above point) Most are low calorie, low fat, and high fiber

Eating Seasonal Foods is Highly Beneficial For your body AND your community: When it comes to our diets, it’s important to think intersectionally: what are your goals? how do certain foods make you feel? how do your overall health and medical history look? what foods are accessible to you? I want to talk about that

Head Back to School with Easy One-Pot Recipes! I TOTALLY understand how hard it can be to eat healthy while in school, no matter what level of education or degree you’re working on. And even as parents, it can be hard to make sure you’re taking care of your diet and health while you’re worrying

Are you looking for ways to get your chocolate fix without compromising your health and wellness? I’m the first one to admit that I’ve got a bit of a sweet tooth. But since I started my fitness journey, I’ve had to eliminate or restrict many things in my diet (especially peanut and almond butter!).  Being careful with our diets

You’ll Love These Long Weekend Recipes I’ve put together a list of five of my fav summertime BBQ recipes that you can enjoy this weekend no matter WHAT diet the people at your table are subscribed to. These are also budget-friendly recipes that you can put together relatively quickly, so you can spend more time

5 Ways to Beat  SAD Ok, talking about mental health is the only way to destigmatize it and work towards a better future.  So let’s go! You’ve heard about the winter blues, right? What about the summer blues? Even though we culturally associate this time of the year with sun, fun, and bbq, it can become draining

AND HOW TO USE CRICKET FLOUR IN YOUR DAILY DIET Last week I challenged y’all to guess the secret high-protein ingredient in a new muffin recipe we tried out in the studio. Most of you guessed almond flour.  While almond flour’s a GREAT source of protein (~6g per ounce), a great source of vitamins and