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Month: October 2017

Healthy Almond Joy Protein Balls

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| Categories: Food and Nutrition, Healthy Desserts, Recipes, Snacks

It’s Halloween! So here’s my nod to this sweet, sugary holiday, without all the…sugar. It’s my healthy, low-sugar version of one of my old favorite Halloween treats, the Almond Joy. I don’t eat Almond Joy bars anymore, they are way too sweet for my taste buds these days. But candy shopping for the neighborhood kids brings back memories of that yummy combination of coconut, chocolate and almonds and I still love this combo of flavors! So, I came up with a protein bite version that my healthier self can enjoy as much as my former self loved that Almond Joy…

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Dairy Free Kale Caesar Salad

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| Categories: Recipes, Salads

Ah, the ever popular Caesar salad. Always a favorite due to it’s creamy, garlicky, parmesan cheesy, bread crumb-y calorie dense goodness. So tasty, but not exactly the healthiest choice as far as salads go, and forget it if you’re ditching the gluten, dairy or have an egg allergy! Unlike a traditional Caesar, which can quickly weigh you down and trigger inflammation, this Caesar salad is perfect for cleansing the body, boosting vitality and also happens to be delicious!

I love creating healthier versions of traditional favorites that I know will fuel my body in all the good ways. This recipe…

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Staying Positive (Even When You Don’t Feel That Way)

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| Categories: Faith, Faith and Purpose, Inspiration, Purpose

I’m struggling with my positive vibe right now. Let’s just put that out there. And I don’t take this struggle lightly. After all, my mission in life and my job is to inspire and motivate others toward their healthiest life and most vibrant well-being. When I don’t feel vibrant myself, this becomes more challenging for me and I don’t do what I’m supposed to do. So, I’m working hard to practice what I preach, and to implement strategies to stay optimistic and hopeful despite circumstances. To stay in a positive place rather than succumb to toxic negativity. To rise…

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