Archive: June 2014

Microwaved popcorn truly is a delicious snack, but it’s not so hot in terms of healthiness. Namely, there’s the toxic chemicals in the bags, the trans fatty acids in the oils, and the GMO issue . Quinn Popcorn is different, though. The bag is chemical-free paper, the corn organic, and the oil not only free […]

I’m generally not a fan of protein bars, but I like what EPIC Bar is doing. Their protein bars are 100% grass-fed animal based, and are designed to be paleo friendly, gluten free, and low in sugar. They currently offer bison, beef, and turkey bars, and each have a few extra ingredients thrown in that […]

Good ol’ pancakes are one of my favorite cheat meals. It’s just hard to beat. Accordingly, I’ve tried a LOT of recipes and mixes, and I keep coming back to the Kodiak Cakes Flapjack and Waffle mixes. This one in particular–BUTTERMILK & HONEY–is my favorite. It tastes great, is relatively healthy (whole wheat and oat […]

PB2 is such a great find that it feels like a life hack. It’s a powdered form of peanut butter that has almost all of the fat removed. You mix it with a little bit of water and it turns back into a peanut butter-like paste, which is quite tasty, and very low calorie (45 […]

I’m basically obsessed with almond butter. It’s incredibly tasty and nutritious, with about 9 grams of healthy fat per tablespoon along with 4 grams of protein and3 grams of carbs. Almonds have also been associated with other health benefits, such as a reduced risk of diabetes, and lower body weight. While I prefer freshly ground almond butter the […]

Regular consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages (and particularly carbonated soft drinks), can lead to weight gain and increase your risk of cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. Not to mention the daily highs and lows that come with regularly spiking your blood sugar levels. The common solution for sweetening foods and beverages and avoiding the issues with blood sugar levels is […]

These make awesome little desserts. They’re 100 calories each, taste great, and are dairy free (which matters to me–if I eat dairy too often I’ll get constipated). If you have issues with cravings, little treats like these can help. It’s very easy to fit them into your meal plan, and they taste quite good.