Taco Stuffed Zucchini Boats

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Here's how to put a healthy twist on Taco Tuesday!

 

Not to mention, it's a great way to get some good creative use out of ALL of those fresh zucchinis you have from your garden right about now.

 

If you like a little kick in your dishes, then you'll love this recipe too.  So let's get right to it:

 

Taco Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Yields  4 servings

 

 

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1/2 cup mild organic salsa
  • 4 medium zucchini, cut in half lengthwise
  • 1 pound lean ground turkey
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • Sea salt, to taste
  • 1/2 small onion, diced
  • 2 tablespoons bell pepper, diced
  • 4 ounce can organic tomato sauce
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup chopped scallions or cilantro for topping
  • 1/2 cup reduced fat mexican cheese (optional)
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DIRECTIONS:

1. Preheat oven to 400ºF.

2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

3. Place a 1/4 cup of salsa in bottom of  large baking dish.

4. Using a small spoon or melon baller, scoop out the center of zucchini halves, leaving a 1/4 inch thick shell on each half. Chop the scooped-out flesh into small pieces, set aside 3/4 cup to add to taco filling later. (You can save the extra zucchini or discard).

5. Put hollowed out zucchini halves in boiling water and cook for 1 minute.

6. Remove from water and place in baking dish, hollow side up.

7. Brown turkey in large skillet, breaking it up while it cooks. When no longer pink, add spices and mix well.

8. Add onion, bell pepper, reserved zucchini, tomato sauce, and water.

9. Stir and cover.

10. Simmer on low for about 20 minutes.

11. When mixture is cooked, use a spoon and add to hollowed zucchini boats; dividing the mixture evenly.

12. Top each zucchini with 1 tablespoon Mexican cheese.

13. Bake for 35 minutes until cheese is melted and zucchini is cooked through.

14. Top with scallions or cilantro and serve with salsa on the side.

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Taco Tuesday's may never be the same! Enjoy.

 

Yours in Health,

Danette

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The #1 excuse that people give for not eating healthy is the higher cost of buying healthier foods.

While studies have shown that unhealthy foods do tend to cost less than healthier options, one thing that we can’t forget is the high cost of healthcare that’s associated with poor eating.

The difference in price is really very small, when you think about the long term costs of treating the multitude of chronic diseases that tend to occur from consuming a poor diet.

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Of course, when you’re forced to choose between paying rent and eating healthy foods, most people aren’t going to consider the long term effects.

Fortunately, I have good news:

There is really no reason to skip healthy foods, even if you’re on a limited budget.

There are some fabulous “superfoods” that are affordable, meaning under $1 per serving – which means that there is really no reason to pick up that box of generic mac ‘n’ cheese or package of hot dogs, right?!

Lentils, cost an average of just 15 cents a cup. They’re loaded with fiber and protein, which makes them a great choice when you’re trying to lose weight as they help keep you full and satisfied, and, they’re good for your heart too. Plus, they’re easier to prepare than dried beans, as they don’t need to be presoaked and cook up in just 15 to 30 minutes.

Just about any type of dried bean is extremely affordable and good for you, so choose any type you like and you’ll be getting a bargain when it comes to your health.

Bananas are a terrific, cheap superfood to take on the go. Choose organic so that you don’t get the pesticides along with its powerful nutrients like potassium – the average cost is just 33 cents, compared to 26 cents for the non-organic type.

Tea is probably the best beverage choice you can make, except of course for water. It costs an average of just ten cents per bag, and, both green and black tea are packed with antioxidants that can help strengthen your immune system and promote heart health.

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Kale is a low cost superfood. As one of the most talked about superfoods in recent years, just one cup offers ten times the daily value of bone-healthy vitamin K, as well as three times the daily value of vitamin A. It’s also loaded with vitamins B and C, and calcium. And, all of this for around 60 cents a serving!

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Garlic is an incredible superfood. It not only adds lots of flavor to your meals, but it averages only pennies per clove and contains a multitude of active phytochemicals. The active ingredient released when garlic is crushed, allicin, stimulates the immune system, and this same compound has even been found to help with weight loss as its anti-bacterial effects work to reduce unhealthy fats and cholesterol.

To maximize the effects of garlic, be sure to crush or mince it first. Then, allow it to sit for 10 to 15 minutes before cooking.

Eggs are also incredibly economical. You can use them to make all sorts of meals, for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Free-range eggs do cost more than conventional eggs, but they’re still just 25 to 33 cents per egg and contain 13 essential nutrients, including protein. Eating eggs can help fight cravings for less healthy foods and help to maintain muscle mass too.

Organic Raw almonds is run and average of 63 cents per one-ounce serving.  Almonds offer healthy fats that can help keep your energy levels up, making them an ideal snack in between meals. Just keep in mind that they are high in calories, so limit your consumption to just one ounce, which is about a handful.

Yours in Health,

Danette

Can you believe that the average American consumes THREE POUNDS of sugar every week?!

Even if you know all about its harmful effects, it can be hard to resist sugar-filled treats, sipping soda, or dumping a teaspoon or more of sugar into your cup of coffee every morning.

And, there’s a reason behind that.

Sugar is addictive.

So addictive, that this sweet white poison has been compared to the addictive properties of drugs like cocaine!

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No wonder you’re having difficulties kicking the habit, right?

In case you need a reminder:

  • Refined white sugar is one of the biggest factors in the expanding waistlines in America and beyond.
  • It has absolutely NO nutritional value, providing only empty calories.
  • It also plays a major part in obesity as well as chronic disease like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, type 2 diabetes and cancer.

But you probably already knew that.

So, instead of giving up your taste for sweets, you may have attempted to try at least one type of “healthier” sugar, perhaps seeking out one of the natural sugar options on your grocery store shelf and foods that contain “natural” sugar.

But are they really any better than refined white sugar?

Evaporated cane juice is one of the more popular ingredients used to sweeten foods and beverages.

It’s made from sugar cane, and is only slightly less refined than white sugar. It does retain more flavor, color and nutrients from the sugar cane, but the only real difference between it and white sugar is that it goes through one less step of refinement.

Agave nectar sounds like a wonderful alternative to sugar, doesn’t it?

Blue agave is an exotic plant that grows in the rich volcanic soil of Mexico. It’s known as a fantastic healing remedy for skin wounds, which leads many to believe that it’s an ideal substitute.

But, that’s just what the sellers of the product want you to believe. It’s actually a highly processed, refined product and nothing at all like the blue agave that grows in the desert.

Agave is actually a man-made sweetener, similar to high fructose corn syrup.

Just think of it this way – using agave sugar would be like an alcoholic who drinks a six-pack of beer every night switching to a bottle of wine. 

Raw organic sugar is less processed than refined white sugar, and it does still contain some of the original nutrients found in cane juice.

As it’s organic, you won’t be exposed to pesticides that are found in commercial sugars.

While it’s definitely a better choice than refined white sugar, it’s still sugar, so it should only be consumed in small amounts.

Sugar alcohols

You can identify a sugar alcohol by the use of “ol” at the end of their name:

  • sorbitol
  • glycerol
  • maltitol
  • xylitol
  • glucitol,

These are not as sweet as sugar, and don’t contain as many calories, but they aren’t totally calorie-free.

One of the reasons that sugar alcohols provide fewer calories as compared to sugar, is because they aren’t totally absorbed into the body.

As such, if you eat too many foods that contain them, it can lead to diarrhea and gas.

And maltitol spikes blood sugar nearly as much as a potato.

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Some sugar alcohols, like xylitol, which doesn’t have much of an effect on blood sugar, are said to be a good choice but it's not any better  of a choice than highly refined sugar.

A natural sugar like honey also seems like a healthier choice, and it can be, but most honeys are highly processed.

If you use honey, be sure it’s completely natural in its raw, organic form, and consume it only in minimal amounts.

Finally, coconut sugar, which is harvested from the sap of the coconut through a natural process, may be the best option of all.

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It contains a lower percentage of fructose compared to other sugars, as well as a small amount of fiber and other nutrients.

The bottom line is, no matter what type of sugar you choose, be sure you limit your intake in the same way you would with refined sugar and you’ll be on your way to better health and a slimmer waistline too.

Yours in Health,

Danette

If you haven't fallen in love with Asian fusion food yet, here's your chance!

You will love how these wraps are both light yet hearty and filling.

This is actually TWO recipe because the tasty Thai Peanut Sauce can be used on lots of yummy dishes and is a winner in it's own rite. It can be whipped up ahead of time and stores in the fridge for a few days.

Let's get right to this recipe because this is a new favorite around my house and I'm excited to share it with all of you!

Danette May Recipe Shrimp Lettuce Wraps

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THAI PEANUT SAUCE

INGREDIENTS

 

1 Cup Natural Crunchy Peanut Butter

2 Tbsp. Natural Honey

1 Tbsp. Toasted Sesame Oil

1 Cup Low-Sodium Chicken Broth

2 Tbsp. Low-Sodium Soy Sauce

1 Pinch Cayenne Pepper

DIRECTIONS

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1. In a small saucepan over medium-heat, combine all the ingredients until smooth.

2. Serve at room temperature.

3. Enjoy!

You will think you are at a fancy restaurant with these delightfully scrumptious beauties!

Yours in Health,

Danette

Sometimes you just want to have some Coconut Banana Cream Pie! It happens.

I have just the recipe for you to scratch that itch. 🙂

This smoothie is so rich and creamy and it won't leave you with that heavy feeling that actual Coconut Banana pie does. In fact, you'll feel energized, satisfied and light on your feet.

I always toss my bananas in the freezer when they turn just a little too brown. Be sure to peel them first. You'll want to be sure to use frozen bananas for this one so pop one in the freezer ahead of time.

Here's my super easy recipe for a creamy, delicious Coconut Banana Pie Smoothie:

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And if you're feeling fancy you can even whip up some guilt-free whipped cream to top it off! Here's how to make the healthy whipped cream. So deliciously satisfying- Enjoy!

Yours in Health,

Danette

Everyone has heard the saying “You are what you eat.”

With sodas, alcohol and excessive coffee drinking, we often forget that we are what we drink too. Urine is the liquid waste from what we drink throughout the day.

Everything else is stored in our bodies. Our urine can tell us a lot about how our bodies are reacting to the things we consume each day and acts like a sort of warning system to alert us when there are any problems.

The color of both our urine and our feces can tell us how healthy or unhealthy we really are.

For instance, when our pee is dark yellow, orange or honey-colored, we should be consuming more water.

Although foam or fizz is normal, if your pee is frequently foamy it can be a sign of excess protein consumption or kidney disease.

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Gut bacteria, food dyes, medications and rare genetic disorders can cause your pee to turn green or blue. If this continues, see a doctor as a precaution.

If your pee is occasionally red or pink in hue, it could be because you ate blueberries, rhubarb or beets. If you haven’t eaten any of these, and you have red or pink pee, then see a doctor to check for kidney disease, a urinary tract infection or a tumor.

The scent of your pee is also indicative of good health. We all know how pee can smell.

Although the scent isn’t always pleasant, if you have either a sweet, musty or strong odor, this can be a sign of major problems.

A strong odor can indicate a urinary tract infection.

A sweet smell can mean that you have diabetes. Some metabolic disorders can cause a musty urine scent. Also, the frequency with which you urinate can indicate a problem.

If you have spotting or a frequent need to urinate, you might have incontinence or an overactive bladder.

Increased frequency and urgency to pee can also be signs of diabetes, an infection, or kidney stones in women. See a doctor if you notice any of those scents.

Common problems for females and how to fix them

According to Dr. Yim Lik, a urogynaecologist at Mercy Hospital for Women in Melbourne, Australia, women’s bladders shrink over time from about 500 or 600 milliliters at the age of 30 to about 300 milliliters at age 80.

Height also plays a role in bladder size. For instance, a five-foot-tall woman will have a smaller bladder than a six-foot-tall woman.

A common problem that occurs as we age is the inability to control when we have to go. As our bladders shrink, so does the length of time between visits to the bathroom.

We can also experience urinary incontinence, which means it might be more difficult to control when and how you pee.

This can manifest in a few forms. Stress incontinence can increase the likelihood of peeing when you cough or sneeze, while an overactive bladder can cause you to go more often.

Although this is more likely in older women, 20 to 30 percent of women in their twenties experience this. Men may also experience urinary incontinence, but it is more common in women.

Medications, pads and surgery are available for people suffering with incontinence. Behavioral therapy is also available for those dealing with incontinence as a result of stress.

Thankfully, public awareness of this problem, in younger and older women alike, has grown due to advertisements for feminine products of this nature.

There are now many products for a variety of urinary needs to help reduce the embarrassment of pee problems.

Two products that are common treatments for urinary problems are over-the-counter urinary tract infection (UTI) tests and UTI treatments in cream, pill and suppository forms.

Urinary tract infections are also more common in women because the urethra is shorter in women, allowing it to come into contact with bacteria more frequently.

Symptoms are similar to kidney infections, bladder infections and dehydration, but if you have multiple symptoms, you should either buy a test or see your doctor.

Symptoms include burning urination, increased frequency in bathroom breaks, pain just below the rib cage, feeling like you can’t empty your bladder, fever and leaking urine, or incontinence.

Kidney infections are also particularly common in women and symptoms mirror those of a UTI.

If your UTI test comes back negative, see a doctor to make sure you don’t have a kidney infection.

Although recurring kidney infections should be treated by a doctor, you can alleviate symptoms by avoiding coffee and alcohol, drinking more water, drinking cranberry juice, applying a heating pad when pain is felt, wearing soft cotton, and not holding your pee.

Can girls really pee standing up?

I know, it sounds bizarre, right? Guys can pee sitting down, but few people realize that girls can actually stand up while doing their business.

If you’re interested, there are many devices on the market to help you, including Go-Girl, Sani-Fem Freshette, pStyle, Whiz Freedom, Shewee and the Sheenis — and yes, the last one is a real product.

All of these devices are the shape of a funnel to help girls have a stream that points away from them. More surprisingly, you can actually recreate that stream without any device.

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It’s easier to do with a skirt, but you will have to remove your panties before attempting this.

First, bend your knees slightly, arch your back and thrust forward. Use your fingers to part your inner labia to create a controllable stream. Try not to minimize pauses.

Push out the last bit instead of letting it drip. Unlike the devices, this technique helps you pee standing up in a way that minimizes germs, is effective, and reduces the risk of coming into contact with your own urine.

If you are new to this, then practice when hovering over a toilet so you don’t get messy. Once you have the hang of it, you will be able to use this trick on camping trips without the need for a gross porta potty.

Pee better for better health

Healthy pee is indicative of good health. To reduce your risk of diseases, infections and complications, check your pee regularly. Ensure that you have an unscented, colorless pee stream for good health.

Drink plenty of water and reduce your consumption of alcohol, coffee and soda. Holding your bladder is not good for your health either and can cause many problems, so don’t be ashamed to make a run to the bathroom.

Go when you need to go and see your doctor if you notice any changes in frequency, urgency, color or scent.

If you pee standing up, holding your inner labia is less messy and reduces the risk of spreading germs compared to using a device.

When peeing sitting down, be gentle and make sure you thoroughly clean your vaginal area so you don’t have embarrassing spots on your panties or bacterial buildup on your vagina.

Despite us learning how to wipe when potty-training, many of us forget to wipe front-to-back. According to Alyssa Dweck, M.D. and ob-gyn and author of V is for Vagina, wiping back-to-front can cause rectal bacteria to come into contact with our sensitive lady parts, which can cause infections.

Also, over-wiping can cause irritation, inflammation and itching. If you feel the need to over-wipe, it can be a sign that you still have more pee in your bladder or that you need to increase your water and fiber intake.

According to Anish Sheth, M.D., a gastroenterologist and author of What’s Your Poo Telling You?, you should only need to wipe roughly two times.

So be sensitive to your lady bits and keep them clean, but not overly clean. In fact, using wipes, sprays and lotions can irritate the skin as well and throw off your pH balance, leading to irritation and infections.

Your pee can tell you a lot about your health, so pay attention, pee regularly, don’t over-wipe, wipe correctly, or pee standing up, and drink plenty of water.

Have you ever tried peeing standing up? Did you use a device or do it organically, and which do you prefer? Have you ever had urinary problems? What did you do to solve it? Leave us a comment below. We’d love to read about your story.

—Nicole Manuel

Nicole Manuel, CPC is a certified life coach with a degree in economics and over five years of professional writing experience. Her goal is to help others discover ways to incorporate sustainable solutions that can improve their health and well-being on a budget.

Thanks to our friends from the Alternative Daily for giving us the OK to republish this from their original article.

Yours in Health,

Danette

If you want to eat truly healthy, lose body fat consistently, normalize your blood pressure, cholesterol levels, prevent cancer, and even boost your brain health and energy levels, you may have heard all over the news that the Paleo Diet has been found to be one of THE best methods of achieving all of these benefits compared to any other popular “fad” diets out there.

The truth is that the Paleo Diet will NEVER be considered a “fad” because it’s just simply the way that humans evolved to eat over approximately 1.9 million years.  And eating in a similar fashion to our ancestors has been proven time and time again to offer amazing health benefits, including prevention of most “diseases of civilization” such as cancer, heart disease, alzheimers, and other chronic conditions that are mostly caused by poor diet and lifestyle.

One of the biggest misunderstandings about the Paleo Diet is that it’s a meat-eating diet, or a super low-carb diet… This is NOT true!

There is no one single Paleo Diet, as our ancestors from all over the world ate dramatically different diets depending on the climate where they lived, their landscape, accessibility to water bodies, and the latitude that they lived.

In some cases, a Paleo Diet may be 90% plant foods and 10% animal foods, and in other cases, a Paleo Diet may be 90% animal foods and 10% plant foods…

For example, our ancestors that lived near the equator had year-long access to more plant materials such as root vegetables and various fruits, veggies, and nuts.

On the other hand, our ancestors that lived at higher latitudes further away from the equator only had access to fruits and vegetables seasonally at one specific time period per year, and had larger periods of the year where they ate a higher % of meats, organ meats, fish, and other animal-based foods, or fermented foods that could be stored for winter.

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However, studies of tribes or isolated groups of people still living off the land and eating a hunter-gatherer diet (such as the research conducted by Dr Weston Price) consistently shows the distinct LACK of modern western diseases of civilization such as cancer, heart disease, obesity, and alzheimers… and this distinct lack of degenerative disease occurs regardless of what % of their calories came from protein, carbs, or fat.  This is one of the biggest misunderstands of Paleo eating…

Some of these tribes or groups of people eating an ancestral diet do indeed eat a very high % of their annual calories from protein and fat (such as the Masaai and Samburu tribes, or the Inuit people), whereas on the other hand, there are also examples of isolated groups of people such as the Kitavans that eat as much as 60-70% of their annual calories from carbohydrates (mostly from starchy roots) yet still display robust health and a lack of disease.

And there are also other tribes that supplement their regular meat eating with various amounts of honey, berries, and nuts at certain times of year, and once again, display almost perfect health on their ancestral diet.

It’s important to note that modern-day factory farm animals are a far cry from the wild game that our ancestors ate, so if you want to be truly healthy, you must choose pasture-raised meats and eggs (or wild game) instead of factory farm raised meats and eggs.

Another characteristic of our ancestors that ate a hunter-gatherer diet (Paleo) is that they always ate the entire animal (unlike modern humans that mostly just eat the muscle meat), without wasting anything, including eating the organs, cartilage, and other collagen-rich parts.

This was very important for health, as organ meats are THE most nutrient dense foods on the planet (more nutrient-dense than most veggies), and the collagen protein is important for slowing the aging process, protecting our joint health, and preventing cancer.

As you can see, the Paleo Diet isn’t necessarily a low-carb diet per se, and it’s not a meat-based diet either, although it can be weighted more heavily in favor of protein and fats in certain cultures.

The most natural and healthy diet for humans is an omnivorous diet, and not a plant-based diet, or a meat-based diet per se.  The Paleo Diet can be very widely varied and omnivorous for the most part, but the most important thing is that it’s unprocessed, and avoids the worst foods that agriculture brought mankind… refined inflammatory vegetable oils, refined grains (some are worse than others), and sugar!

As you can see, the benefits of adopting a Paleo way of eating can be incredible!  I have dozens of friends that have adopted a more Paleo way of eating too, and have seen all sorts of health problems disappear, including eliminating acne and other skin problems, digestion problems, improving brain clarity, and of course, losing a lot of body fat!

If you want TONS of ideas on how to eat Paleo, but do it in an exciting delicious manner where you enjoy mouth-watering meals and desserts every single day, you MUST try out this new Paleo cookbook here.

You will REALLY enjoy the meals in there!  Plus, you’ll enjoy the improved energy levels, skin health, digestive health, brain clarity, and fat loss too!

Yours in Health,

Danette

What do you consider a snack?

A muffin, an energy bar or perhaps even a side order of fries?

What many people think of as just a “snack,” typically ends up being more of a meal. If you indulge often enough, the pounds can quickly add up.

Snacking is an integral part of a healthy daily diet, but it’s important to make it count when you’re watching your weight.

Just as nutritious meals are essential for fueling your body, so are healthful snacks, which should be made up of whole, minimally processed foods that provide essential nutrients.

Here are the 4 Best Snacks to reach for.

1. Fruits and Veggies

Just about any fruit or veggie makes for nature’s perfect healthy, low calorie finger food. The ideas are practically endless!

For example, slice up an apple, and keep it from browning by putting the slices back into the apple’s original shape and secure it with a rubber band.

Carrots and celery sticks are some of the most obvious nutritious finger foods. If you need a little extra energy boost, consider purchasing organic raw almond butter in individual packets to dip them into.

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Frozen grapes are a great way to indulge in something juicy and sweet. Just freeze a handful of red grapes for five minutes, which makes them deliciously sweet and crisp as well as easy to snack on wherever you might be.

Or, you might alternate cherry tomatoes with pineapple on a skewer. You can get creative and add mushrooms or olives too.

2. Nuts and Seeds

Just a half-cup of pumpkin seeds contains about 14 grams of protein and healthy fats that will keep you going until your next meal.

At Halloween, when you have pumpkin seeds left over after carving your Jack o’ lantern, be sure to make good use of them. Wash, dry and roast the seeds with a sprinkle of sea salt.

Make your own spiced pistachio snack by combining 18 pistachios with a ½ teaspoon paprika, 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper and juice from ¼ of a lime.

If you make a larger amount ahead of time, just split them up into individual, easy-to-take snack bags. These are handy for providing a great energy boost!

Keep it simple by snacking on one ounce of nuts, which is about 24 almonds or 15 walnuts.

Here's one of my favorite go-to snacks…

Veggie Egg White Bites

Veggie egg white bites are incredibly nutritious and don’t take a lot of time to make. You can prepare them ahead of time and put them in the freezer or fridge to save for later too.

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INGREDIENTS:

♦ Grape tomatoes ♦ Egg whites♦ Spinach leaves 

♦ Black pepper ♦ Mushrooms

♦ Coconut oil ♦ Avocado (optional)

First, preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and then prepare a muffin tin by rubbing it with a little coconut oil.

Chop up the tomatoes, spinach and mushrooms and then place them into each muffin cup until about ¾ full.

Pour egg whites over the veggie mixture until full.

Sprinkle black pepper over the top of each one, along with a little avocado, if you’d like, for more flavor.

Place them in the oven for 25 minutes.

3. Hard Cooked Eggs

Hard cooked eggs are one of nature’s best portable snacks. They’re packed with protein and antioxidants, helping to easy hunger pangs and improve your health without packing on the calories.

4. Homemade Trail Mix

Make your own healthier trail mix without all that added sugar or salt by combining some of your favorite raw nuts with dried fruit like mango, raisins or pineapple.

So keep on snacking because with the right foods, you will actually boost your weight loss efforts!

Yours in Health,

Danette

This recipe puts the ‘smooth' in smoothie!

Melons are ripe for the picking right now so I've been getting creative to make the most of the fresh Summer fruits. I found a winning combination here, you HAVE to try it!

Smoothies are the quickest way to get your fruit servings in and this one is so rich, creamy and satisfying!

cantaloupe banana smoothie recipe

It's a sweet refreshing smoothie that is loaded with Vitamin C, Potassium, Cartenoids and Electrolytes so your body will love it as much as your sweet tooth will!

Yours in Health,

Danette