Often times when you are invited to a potluck or party, it’s hard to know what kind of food to bring that will both please the crowd and be nutritious. It’s no fun to be the person who always brings a veggie tray! Instead, be the person who brought the dish [...]
Many people think of peanut butter as something that goes with toast, fruit or chocolate. Well, I’m here to tell you that peanut butter also has it’s place in savory dishes! When-ever I go out for Thai food, I always order something with Thai Peanut Sauce on it. It’s that perfect [...]
This Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie is amazing! It has that salty and sweet combination that many of us crave. I made it today, then I sat in the sunshine with my dog and gulped it down. After I finished it, I ran back inside and threw more bananas in [...]
I am one of those people who MUST have breakfast. If I skip it, I get a headache, shaky hands and the urge to pass out. Because of this, I always like to have a breakfast option that I can take to-go. Have you ever eaten breakfast only to be starving [...]
Today’s world is full of short cuts and one of the worst short cuts of our time is processed food. Yes, it saves time and it’s really easy to grab a protein bar or shake, but as an athlete we should focus on whole foods like: Lean meats, dairy, fruits/vegetables, whole [...]
Juicy, sweet, delicious mango…in addition to being high in fiber and vitamins A, C and E, this super fruit may also be helpful in the treatment of obesity and diabetes. A study on mice at Oklahoma State University showed that mango added to the diet can reduce levels of the hormone [...]
Crisp, sweet, delicious apples…while they are chock full of healthy antioxidants, they may also be beneficial for runners and other athletes when used in nutritious Raw Fruit Smoothies. According to a 2007 study, consumption of apples may help reduce fatigue, thereby improving performance during exercise. Study participants received either Applephenon (a [...]
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