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Golden Latte: The Simple Winter Drink with a Health Punch

Robert Morton — Thu, 07 Dec 2023 13:00:17 +0000

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Before I got rolling on the good-for-you food train, if you had told me I’d regularly drink turmeric and like it, I’d have sworn you off as a quackish spice-hugger. No way that can taste good or have enough health benefit to be worth choking down with any regularity, right? To my mind, turmeric was just another super/titanic/power-packed [insert other superlative for incredible health punch] food on someone’s clever list that perhaps I should be eating, if I loved my taste buds less.…

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Guilt-Free Dairy-Free Avocado Chocolate Pudding

V "Paleo Boss Lady" Capaldi — Thu, 23 Nov 2023 13:00:50 +0000

Everyone I serve this avocado chocolate pudding to simply goes nuts. It is one of the easiest and most delicious treats to make and offers up healthy fats, antioxidants, and much more. This dish works for a treat at any time of day, and everyone seems to enjoy it — because we are talking chocolate pudding here.

The best part about this avocado chocolate pudding is that you can modify it in so many ways.…

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Quick Weeknight Fish with Wicked Easy Sauce

Robert Morton — Wed, 01 Nov 2023 12:00:31 +0000

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Weeknights at our house trail only weekday mornings for unbound mayhem. Practices, lessons, homework, late work meetings, pet needs, to-do catch-up from what didn’t happen the weekend before, nuttiness aplenty. This is particularly true early in the week before the golden light of Friday begins to dawn.

In this sanity-deprived environment, we cherish super simple dinner recipes that everyone will eat (in our place, that means two adults and three young ones ranging from ages nine to sixteen).…

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Easy Tahini Banana No-Bake Dessert That’s Better Than Cheesecake

Jannine Myers — Wed, 16 Aug 2023 12:00:14 +0000

A very talented foodie friend who has the most amazing cooking and baking skills introduced me to this dessert a couple years ago. Although I’ve modified her recipe, it’s still very close to Laura’s original.

What I love about this no-bake dessert is that even though it’s deliciously creamy and decadent, it’s also impressive in terms of its nutritional quality. Compared to a traditional mini-cheesecake recipe, the differences are fairly substantial:

Regular mini-cheesecake dessert: 17g fat, 5g saturated fat, 45-50g carbs/sugar, 39mg cholesterol, 230mg sodium, 0.90g fiber

Laura’s tahini banana no-bake dessert: 11g fat, 2.8g saturated fat, ~33g carbs/sugar, 0mg cholesterol, 2.4mg sodium, 2.95g fiber

While the protein content is similar, the no-bake dessert contains considerably less fat, sugar, and sodium.…

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Recipe: Oatmeal Hemp Pancakes with Blueberry Cacao Syrup

Jannine Myers — Wed, 09 Aug 2023 12:00:21 +0000

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These hemp pancakes are one of my favorite weekend recipes. They not only satisfy my appetite after a long morning run, but they also keep me feeling full for hours. One of the reasons they promote satiety is because they contain a half cup of hemp protein powder, and if you didn’t already know, hemp seeds are a great source of fiber (and iron!).…

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Recipe: Fresh Chicken and Sausage Stir Fry

Jon Gilson — Wed, 02 Aug 2023 12:00:07 +0000

Rainbow-colored veggies, butcher-fresh sausage, and air-chilled chicken combine to make the perfect one-pan dish. This recipe is an awesome way to up your vegetable intake with a minimum of effort, packing an entire season of vegetables into every serving.

Fresh Chicken and Sausage Stir Fry

Rainbow-colored veggies, butcher-fresh sausage, and air-chilled chicken combine to make the perfect one-pan dish.

Course Chicken, Dinner, PaleoCuisine Kickstart, Lifestyle, Performance

Prep Time 15 minutes minutesCook Time 20 minutes minutesTotal Time 35 minutes minutes

Servings 6

Author Jon Gilson

Ingredients

2 pounds air-chilled chicken tenderloins

1 pound sweet Italian sausage

5 Brussels sprouts

1 zucchini

1 summer squash

1 bunch asparagus

1 yellow pepper

1 orange pepper

1/2 white onion

fresh basil

Salt pepper, cayenne powder

Olive oil

Instructions

Shred Brussels sprouts.

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The 5-Minute Mug Breakfast Recipe for Reduced Morning Chaos

Robert Morton — Wed, 19 Jul 2023 12:00:50 +0000

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Weekday mornings in our house are full-on bonkers. There are two adults, three kids, a dog, and a cat in our circus — most of whom need to both inhale a breakfast meal and whip up something for lunch each morning. And all in the space of about thirty minutes. Think frenetic restaurant kitchen scene meets Turner & Hooch level pet-destroys-house vignette.…

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Recipe: Guilt-Free and Gluten-Free Oats-n-Seeds Bread

Jannine Myers — Wed, 12 Jul 2023 12:00:23 +0000

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The Whole Life Challenge doesn’t expect you to be perfect. We don’t even want you to be perfect. And that means sometimes you’re going to want to do things — like eat bread. But that doesn’t mean you have to fall back into old habits of eating unhealthy ingredients.

This gluten-free bread recipe is a tried-and-true way to make a super nutritious and tasty treat with ingredients that conform to the Whole Life Challenge standards.…

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Cheese-Free Saag Paneer: Spice Up Your Nutrition with this Recipe

Alma Schneider — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 12:01:05 +0000

I love Indian food, but some of the dishes are just not compatible with my approach to healthy eating. Recently, I took my favorite Indian dish, saag paneer, and eliminated the non-compliant cheese. It came out great! I also swapped the traditional spinach for kale and it lost none of the delicious comfort of the original recipe.

If you’re a fan of Indian food (or even if you’re not), give this simple recipe a try and spice up your nutrition!…

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Easy, Healthy Breakfast Recipe: Egg & Sweet Potato Cups

Jannine Myers — Thu, 22 Jun 2023 17:28:50 +0000

I often spend Sunday afternoons preparing make-ahead meals and snacks. I find that having delicious options on hand makes it easier to make healthy choices throughout the week, not to mention it saves me time and money.

During one of these recent occasions, I came up with the idea for this healthy breakfast recipe: egg and sweet potato cups. The version I made contains just three wholesome foods that go gloriously well together: eggs, avocado, and sweet potato.…

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8 Quick and Delicious WLC Compliant Salad Dressings

Peter Haas — Mon, 12 Jun 2023 09:00:08 +0000

“The look of excitement on her face quickly turned to one of disappointment and then horror. For Zeus had packed the box full of all the terrible evils he could think of. Out of the box poured disease and poverty. Out came misery, out came death, out came sadness…”

— Pandora’s Box…or someone reading salad dressing ingredient labels.

It’s almost impossible to find compliant salad dressings in the store.…

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Slow Cooker Apple Barbecue Pulled Turkey

V "Paleo Boss Lady" Capaldi — Thu, 01 Jun 2023 09:00:08 +0000

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Whether it’s summertime and you’re trying to avoid heating up the house — or it’s winter and you could use a warm meal of comforting food — this pulled turkey recipe fits the bill. And, even better, this traditional-feeling turkey is done so simply in the slow cooker.

Of course, a big part of turkey is the leftovers and this recipe delivers.…

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Make a Healthy, Easy Breakfast With These 3 Shake Recipes

Jessie Holder — Mon, 15 May 2023 09:00:39 +0000

Reading Time: 4 minutes

I love my morning protein shakes. I love that I can start off my day with quality nutrition that is not only fast and easy to make, but also portable, so I can drink it on my morning commute.

Every morning, I simply combine two scoops of my favorite protein powder, one scoop of fiber, and ten to twelve ounces of water in a shaker, shake like crazy, and then drink over ice.…

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Quick and Easy Roasted Vegetables

V "Paleo Boss Lady" Capaldi — Tue, 02 May 2023 09:00:27 +0000

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When I first started eating more consciously, I realized I did not eat enough veggies. Not only that, but my plate tended to be all one color and not a rainbow. In order to get all the nutrients needed to be healthy, my goal was to have each meal be comprised of many different colors.

When I was a kid, my mother was famous for steaming all our vegetables so we did not worry about adding “evil” fats.…

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Strawberry and Banana Breakfast Smoothie

Sophia McDermott Drysdale — Wed, 08 Mar 2023 10:00:47 +0000

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Smoothies are a great way to pack in a nutritious breakfast while you are on the run. This is one of my favorite breakfast smoothie recipes because it is so easy. It is made with almond milk so it is dairy free and I love how the chia seeds give it texture, help me feel fuller for longer, and aid in digestion.…

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3 Kid-Approved Gluten-Free Pancake Recipes

Peter Haas — Fri, 17 Feb 2023 10:00:40 +0000

What should you do if you are craving something from your pre-healthy eating days?

Eat it anyway.
Leave out some ingredients and force-feed yourself the resultant hockey puck.
Find a delicious and healthy alternative.

If you’re intent on doing numbers one and/or two, read no further. If you’re the type of person that chooses option number three, then read on.

This scenario happened to me with pancakes.…

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Healthy Thai Butternut Squash Curry

Alma Schneider — Mon, 06 Feb 2023 13:00:55 +0000

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When I first started the Whole Life Challenge, I was concerned I would not get to eat my favorite Thai food — red and green coconut curry. But with just a few substitutions from the original recipe, anyone on the Lifestyle or Kickstart levels can enjoy this blend of sweet, tangy, and healthy ingredients without feeling like you’re bloated and doing wrong by your body.…

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Buttery Spiced Gluten-Free Breaded Chicken Recipe

Alma Schneider — Wed, 25 Jan 2023 10:00:33 +0000

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There is a lot of joy and satisfaction to be found in creating a recipe that not only is deemed healthy in the eyes of the three adults in the house — but also loved by all four of my kids. Who knew that gluten free could be so incredibly delicious?

Try this chicken dish with a nice big salad with nuts, dried currants, olive oil, and lemon, as well as some steamed quinoa, and you will have the tastiest dinner of the week.…

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(An Epic) Cast Iron Ribeye Steak Recipe

Jon Gilson — Tue, 10 Jan 2023 13:00:21 +0000

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I’m having a hard time writing this recipe, because I keep drooling on the keyboard. See, I made this cast iron ribeye steak for lunch today, and looking at the pictures is triggering a (rather unsightly and definitely unexpected) Pavlovian reflex.

I apologize for the mess. Still, I’ll carry on for your sake, as you’re going to want to make this steak ASAP.…

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50/50 Bacon and Beef Burger Recipe

Jon Gilson — Wed, 04 Jan 2023 16:00:40 +0000

Reading Time: 3 minutes

I don’t usually cry out in delight while eating. It tends to throw off my fellow diners (and no matter what the occasion, moaning while chewing is a habit best kept to oneself). Luckily, I was by myself, sampling the output of this recipe, the last time I did it.

If you’re not familiar with the 50/50 Bacon and Beef Burger, you’ve likely never been to Slater’s in San Diego.…

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Zesty Beet, Carrot, and Apple Salad Recipe

Lianne Low — Mon, 19 Dec 2022 13:00:00 +0000

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Beets are an excellent source of folic acid and a very good source of fiber, manganese, and potassium. You can roast beets, but I love the flavor when they’re raw. They are sweet, but also have an earthy flavor that is especially delicious in salads or juices.

I love a good salad, and this beet salad is delicious and refreshing on its own, or you can have it as a side with some grilled chicken or fish.…

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Herb, Tomato, and Nut-Crusted Baked Salmon Recipe

Lianne Low — Mon, 24 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0000

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Salmon. I absolutely love this fish that is full of omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3s are said to help with everything from treating arthritis and depression to maintaining neurological and heart health.

When baked salmon is cooked right, it is so delicious — I could have it every day. When baked, it keeps its moisture in and also creates this crunchy top that makes it even more delicious.…

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Easy and Versatile Breakfast Frittata Recipe

Lianne Low — Thu, 06 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0000

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Breakfast is my favorite meal, and no doubt the most important, too. So I love spending a bit more time cooking something substantial that keep me going for the rest of the day. I also love breakfasts that leave me with extra and save me time on subsequent mornings.

This is a very versatile recipe that allows you to add or remove any ingredients you fancy or have in your fridge.…

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Easy Protein: Asian Turkey Lettuce Cups Recipe

Sophia McDermott Drysdale — Thu, 22 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0000

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I love Asian food because I love the mixture of salty and sweet together. But I find after eating it, I blow up and retain water due to all the salt, sugar, and sauces, and I end up all wired with a huge headache due to the MSG. Most restaurants, even though they may claim not to use MSG, still use some variation of a preservative or flavor enhancer in their food.…

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Bored with Breakfast? 41 Distinctive Scrambled Egg Recipes

Peter Haas — Mon, 19 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Reading Time: 4 minutes

Are you sick of the same old thing in the morning?

Consistency is the key to the Whole Life Challenge. Consistently fueling with good food. Consistently sleeping. Consistently mobilizing.

Consistency is what will help you shed those pounds, energize your days, sleep better at night, and feel better in your own skin. It will rebuild a body and mind that delights in engaging with the world.…

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Roast Vegetables and Chicken Salad With Yogurt Dressing Recipe

Holli Lawler — Mon, 12 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Reading Time: < 1 minute

This is a delicious and hearty alternative to a traditional salad. Instead of being cold and crunchy, this salad is warm, satiating, and packed full of protein and good carbohydrates. All the different vegetables give it lots of texture and the dressing, although easy to make, brings a yummy and zesty surprise.

Print Roast Vegetables and Chicken Salad With Yogurt Dressing Instead of being cold and crunchy, this salad is warm, satiating, and packed full of protein and good carbohydrates.…

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Healthy, Tasty, Simple: Orange Chicken Quinoa Salad

Holli Lawler — Thu, 01 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0000

For those of us in Australia, this chicken quinoa salad is a fabulous summer dinner option – and if you’re on the flip-side of the planet, it can also be a wonderful way to add color to your winter nutrition. The zest from the orange is refreshing and gives it a lovely flavor. The quinoa makes the salad more filling. And nutrient-wise, this is a perfect meal for after a workout.…

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Sweet Potato Bacon Mash

Sophia McDermott Drysdale — Mon, 15 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0000

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The best time to eat your most carbohydrate-dense meal is right after an intense workout or a long hard training session. The carbs you eat then are more likely to go straight into your muscle to replenish your glycogen stores rather than being stored on your hips and belly.

Most people think of complex carbs as rice, bread, and potato (usually in the form of fries).…

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How to Make Perfect Scrambled Eggs in 5 Minutes Flat

Peter Haas — Thu, 28 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Reading Time: 2 minutes

Late for work again?

The Whole Life Challenge is about adopting good habits — exercise, lifestyle, and nutrition habits. But those habits won’t survive your boss’s dirty looks if you walk in late. Again.

What’s the problem? Is a solid breakfast slowing you down in the morning? Would you like to know a simple trick that gets your first meal on the table in under five minutes?…

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Quick and Easy Matcha Cocoa Bars

Lianne Low — Mon, 25 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0000

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I’m currently obsessed with matcha (green tea powder) and its many benefits. Matcha is not only high in antioxidants, but it is also known to boost your metabolism and burn calories. When combined with medjool dates, nuts, and chia seeds, it makes a great post-workout snack or a guilt-free dessert.

These matcha cocoa bars don’t have to be bars if you would prefer a different shape.…

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Spicy But Simple: Moroccan Tuna Veggie Scramble

Holli Lawler — Mon, 11 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0000

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This veggie scramble recipe came to me one day when I got home from the gym starving – and the only things in the house were eggs, canned tuna, and frozen vegetables. So I threw it all together in a pan and never looked back. And guess what? It turned out great!

Now it’s my recipe to fall back on when I’m in a rush.…

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No-Sweat Roasted Italian Peppers Recipe

V "Paleo Boss Lady" Capaldi — Mon, 16 May 2022 12:00:00 +0000

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Getting into the kitchen and learning to have fun while preparing food is a huge component of living a whole life. In a life of better nutrition habits, long gone are the days of opening a box, setting the timer, and eating an unknown-shelf life meal. But it doesn’t have to be complicated, either. Instead, preparing food gets to be about celebration and creativity!…

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Roasted Garlic Rosemary Lemon Chicken Salad Recipe

V "Paleo Boss Lady" Capaldi — Mon, 02 May 2022 12:00:00 +0000

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This roasted garlic rosemary lemon chicken salad is a mouthful to say, but intensely enjoyable to eat. This is a very easy meal to prepare, and the result is elegant in presentation with great flavor. My version of this lemon chicken salad was inspired by a recipe from the eBook The Badass Brunch Menu.

Pro-tip: for the easiest prep, chop your veggies the night prior and start your chicken cooking in the slow cooker in the morning.…

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Kale Chips Recipe: How to Make a Surprisingly Tasty Un-Chip

Michael Stanwyck — Mon, 25 Apr 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Kale chips are a great, mouth-watering snack you’ll be happy to eat until they’re all gone. Sound crazy? I mean, kale is a vegetable, right?

Just give this kale chip recipe try and see for yourself. We’re willing to bet you change your tune. All it takes is fifteen minutes to have a crispy, salty, delicious (and healthy) snack.

Kale Chips

All it takes is fifteen minutes to have a crispy, salty, delicious (and healthy) snack.…

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Coconut Banana Waffles Recipe

Michael Stanwyck — Mon, 18 Apr 2022 12:00:00 +0000

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Who doesn’t love Sunday breakfast? It’s a sweet tradition that calls to mind steaming piles of waffles, fresh fruit, eggs, and bacon. Just because you’ve changed the way you eat, doesn’t mean you have to forget all those Sunday brunch favorites.

This coconut banana waffles recipe from Salty Spicy Bitter & Sweet gives you everything you need to produce amazingly delicious waffles that will help you create new (and healthier) traditions your friends, family, and kids will love and love to carry on.…

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Paleo Southern Savory Biscuit Recipe

Michael Stanwyck — Mon, 11 Apr 2022 12:00:00 +0000

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This paleo savory biscuit recipe is from Lela Buttery, author of We Can Do Butter. According to Lela: “This recipe is a play on a breakfast biscuit I grew up with. Being from the South where anything is acceptable when served on a biscuit — from bacon, eggs and cheese to fried chicken — I attempted to reinvent a healthy paleo rendition of this nostalgic breakfast staple.”…

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How to Cook Basic Greens

Michael Stanwyck — Mon, 04 Apr 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Reading Time: 3 minutes

It’s not always an easy balance: convenience and variety. If you want to prepare in advance and in a jiffy, you’re often stuck with the same thing day after day. But there is a solution.

One of the best ways to get variety in your meals without too much struggle is to make one dish that can be transformed into something else when you reheat it.…

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2 Simple Recipes for Weeknight or Weekend Kebabs

Michael Stanwyck — Mon, 28 Feb 2022 13:00:00 +0000

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Everyone loves handheld food, especially kebabs, and taking on a healthy-eating perspective makes for a great time for breaking free of the “bun” mentality. Kebabs aren’t just a great way to get an easy meal of meat and vegetables in one bit, they’re a great way for everyone to get exactly what they want.

Here are two recipes for some awesome pork and chicken kebabs.…

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Recipe: Paleo Breakfast Sandwich Biscuit

Kristin Kaschak — Mon, 21 Feb 2022 13:00:00 +0000

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I finally got it — thanks to Paleo Comfort Foods — a paleo biscuit recipe that doesn’t taste like crud. It’s even fully approved for the Whole Life Challenge. They’re not really the buttermilk beauties you get from a restaurant, but they certainly do the job.

The other paleo biscuits I’ve had tend to fall apart. These are crumbly, but they hold up enough that you can cut them in half and they will support a sandwich.…

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Recipe: Crispy Salmon with Pickled Asparagus and Baby Greens

Michael Stanwyck — Mon, 14 Feb 2022 13:00:00 +0000

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Salmon and asparagus. A combo for the ages. Put together since time immemorial. Problem? Boring!

How many times do you want to poach, grill, or roast asparagus? I mean, I’m not putting it down, but come on! It just gets old. These were my exact thoughts as I stared down the raw ingredients in my kitchen just a few short weeks ago.…

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Recipe: Very Veggie Nicoise Tuna Salad

Michael Stanwyck — Mon, 07 Feb 2022 13:00:00 +0000

Today we are talking about protein. We’re talking about protein because it’s easy to make a big deal about it. It has to be perfect – moist, juicy, delicious. There’s so much stress about getting it right.

What we’re not going to talk about today is how to cook a perfect steak or brine a chicken to perfection. We’re not going to talk about minutes per pound or searing in the juices.…

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Pumpkin Hummus for the Holidays

Lauren Lobley — Mon, 06 Dec 2021 13:00:00 +0000

What better ingredient to work with at this time of year than pumpkin! This recipe for pumpkin hummus will make for the perfect addition to your holiday table this year. It’s a definite show-stopper, but it only takes a few minutes to put together. Score!

As far as what to dip in your pumpkin hummus, the options are pretty limitless. You can cut up celery, carrots, or jicama.…

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Warming Winter Squash Soup

Nancy Teas-Crain — Thu, 18 Nov 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Reading Time: 3 minutes

Winter squash is a wonderful and nutritious winter vegetable. It has a slightly sweet taste, but is low on the glycemic index. (Simply put, this means the carbs go into your system more slowly.) The bright orange color tells you it is loaded with beta carotene, a precursor to vitamin A. Also, it is also a good source of fiber, potassium, and magnesium.…

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Morning Nut Milk Latte with Turmeric and Cinnamon

Alma Schneider — Mon, 08 Nov 2021 13:00:00 +0000

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If you’re trying to kick dairy, but are having trouble giving up the milk in your coffee — try getting rid of your coffee instead!

This nourishing morning beverage makes for a tasty alternative to coffee and it’s full of beneficial ingredients. Turmeric and cinnamon are anti-inflammatory, the nut milk has protein, and the coconut oil will give you the feeling of fullness and energy you need to start your day.…

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4 Low-Calorie Alcoholic Drink Recipes That Won’t Ruin Your Diet

Timothy Bell — Wed, 17 Mar 2021 05:00:08 +0000

Reading Time: 7 minutes

We all know alcohol isn’t the best thing for us. But, it doesn’t mean we can’t indulge in a drink (or three) every now and then. The key is knowing which drinks are the best option in terms of fitting in with nutrition and fitness goals as well as your overall health.

Drinking too much alcohol can leave you feeling bloated, dried out, and hung over.…

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Recipe: (Tasty Tasty) Bacon Shredded Short Ribs in the Slow Cooker

Jon Gilson — Thu, 22 Oct 2020 15:00:37 +0000

There’s nothing better than throwing some high quality (double-tasty) ingredients into a slow cooker and eating a life-altering meal a few hours later.

But wait — it does get even better when the ingredients are boneless short ribs and bacon, and the output is transcendent enough to make you moan involuntarily (especially when served over sweet potatoes).

Here’s the recipe. Grab your slow cooker and your friends — and try not to eat it all at once.…

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Roasted Beets, Carrots, and Sweet Potatoes Recipe

Lauren Lobley — Thu, 01 Oct 2020 15:00:21 +0000

This dish of roasted beets, carrots, and sweet potatoes is a great way to warm up your winter, but in truth, roasted vegetables are great at any time of year. These roasted veggies can dress up a salad, making it beautiful and nutritious, but they are also perfect when served warm alongside fish or your favorite protein.

Beets, carrots, and sweet potatoes all come in different colors, and each of those varieties is packed with slightly different nutrients.…

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Crispy Movie-Night Chickpeas (Recipe)

Michael Stanwyck — Tue, 22 Sep 2020 15:00:42 +0000

Everyone loves a good snack, but have you every thought of snacking on chickpeas? Here’s a little something you can try that’s not only a great substitute for popcorn, but that you probably won’t get in the habit of overdoing. These chickpeas come out crispy and crunchy; they’re roasted, not fried; and they’re super easy to whip up.

Crispy Movie-Night Chickpeas

We've heard these healthy, crispy chickpeas are the perfect intra-workout nutrition for Netflix endurance events.…

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2 (Healthy) Chocolate Smoothies to Soothe Your Cravings

V "Paleo Boss Lady" Capaldi — Fri, 11 Sep 2020 15:00:51 +0000

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There’s nothing like smoothies that taste and look like “milkshakes” to make you feel like a kid or a grown up having a special day. And just because you’re making healthier choices with your food, doesn’t mean you don’t deserve those special days, too!

These two sugar- and dairy-free chocolate smoothies will tickle your taste buds and fill your belly with goodness.…

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How to Make Crispy Lemon Pepper Chicken Drumsticks (Recipe)

Jon Gilson — Wed, 02 Sep 2020 15:00:31 +0000

Crispy lemon pepper chicken drumsticks are the highlight of my Sundays. Borne of the need for a game-time snack (and the realization that nachos and beer don’t fit my lifestyle), they’re satisfying, tasty, and they tick all the right boxes: a little bit of heat, crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and a great citrus finish.

They taste like you’re cheating on your diet (even though you’re not).…

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How to Make a Hearty Breakfast Casserole (Recipe)

Courtney Spiegl — Mon, 24 Aug 2020 17:00:55 +0000

Reading Time: 2 minutes

Put a simple, hearty meal on the table with this delicious breakfast casserole recipe. You can make this version to eat solo and have a ready-made breakfast all week or you can double the recipe to serve to a hungry table.

This breakfast casserole recipe is extra convenient because you can prep and assemble the ingredients in advance and store them in the fridge until you’re ready.…

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How to Make Crispy Paleo Buffalo Chicken Wings (Recipe)

Jon Gilson — Thu, 13 Aug 2020 16:00:38 +0000

Reading Time: 2 minutes

In the year 2006 B.W.L.C. (that’s “before Whole Life Challenge”) I had a bit of an issue with chicken wings.

(And if I’m honest, Trader Joe’s wine.)

I’d order a bunch of takeout wings, quaff a bottle of red, and generally descend into a buffalo sauce-driven coma. And then I’d pay for it, because Two Buck Chuck and sugar-filled wing sauce is the world’s most effective hangover recipe.…

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The WLC’s 12 Most Popular Recipes: Eat Healthy All Day

Becca Borawski Jenkins — Tue, 04 Aug 2020 03:30:11 +0000

Did you know we have a large archive of recipes? No need to sort through them all right now (though you may want to at some point), as we’ve picked out twelve of our most popular recipes to help you get from the beginning to the end of each day in healthy, Whole Life Challenge style.

P.S. While you’re at it, download our brand-new recipe book to get every single recipe we published in 2017 completely for free:

Breakfast Recipes

Easy and Versatile Breakfast Frittata – Breakfast doesn’t have to be boring or complicated.…

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How to Make Amazing Gluten-Free Banana Pancakes

Michael Stanwyck — Fri, 24 Jul 2020 13:00:10 +0000

Reading Time: 3 minutes

I’ve always loved the idea of the two-ingredient banana pancakes. I remember when I first made them. They seemed perfect in their simplicity. Gluten free, banana flavor through and through, and all the goodness of pancakes in two simple ingredients.

Over time though, I became disenchanted. While they were tasty and filled a hole left by pancakes missing from a healthy diet, they were nearly impossible to flip and almost always ended up like scrambled pancakes before I was done.…

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Feed Your Family with Instant Pot Carnitas

Shannon Gilson — Thu, 02 Jul 2020 19:19:07 +0000

Right now, finding easy ways to cook and feed yourself and your family is more important than ever. With everything going on, no one needs the added stress of trying to get dinner on the table every night. But it’s also never been more important to make sure we’re eating right and taking care of our health.

The instant pot is a saving grace in that department.…

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How to Cook an All-American Pot Roast

Michael Stanwyck — Wed, 02 Oct 2019 13:30:49 +0000

Reading Time: 3 minutes

Fall is here and the time for long, slow braises has arrived. Braises that fill the house with mouthwatering aroma for hours and leave your belly filled with rich, warm and satisfying stews.

This week we’re bringing you a classic—the all-American pot roast.

With just a few hours of hands-off work and some inexpensive ingredients, you can have a meal (or a few meals) that is as delicious as it is Whole Life Challenge compliant!…

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How To Make Crispy Chicken Wings (Without The Mess)

Michael Stanwyck — Tue, 13 Aug 2019 14:00:16 +0000

Reading Time: 2 minutes

Labor Day is coming up!

It’s a day for BBQ and other delicious roasted treats, so here’s a simple recipe for traditional buttery red-hot chicken wings you can whip out at your celebration. (I mean, if tonight isn’t celebration enough.)

All you need is just some wings, salt, butter, hot sauce and a little time, and you’ll be chowing down on wings like it’s Super Bowl Sunday.…

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How to Reverse Sear a Steak

Michael Stanwyck — Thu, 08 Aug 2019 15:00:05 +0000

Are you the kind of person who frets over cooking the perfect steak? I was. Even after having trained as a cook, I realized I wasn’t terribly confident that I could routinely turn out a well cooked steak — dark crust on the outside and my perfect temperature on the inside — every time I wanted one.

So I set out to teach myself, by any means necessary, how to cook a perfect steak.…

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4 Delicious One-Pot Recipes You Can Easily Make At Home

Michael Stanwyck — Thu, 25 Jul 2019 16:20:37 +0000

I make dinner at home almost every night. One of the things I do to reduce the stress is use as few pots and pans as possible – it keeps me from getting squeezed on the stove, reduces overall mess, and makes clean-up much easier.

The fewest pots I can use and still turn out a meal? One.

And this might be a pot, a pan, a pressure cooker, or a sheet-pan.…

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Dips on Dips on Dips: How to Make Ranch, Ketchup and BBQ Sauce that are WLC Compliant

Michael Stanwyck — Wed, 24 Jul 2019 16:00:31 +0000

Reading Time: < 1 minute

There are definitely things you’ll give up when you’re doing the Whole Life Challenge.

Then there are things you can adapt!

Sauces are an easy way to make food delicious and there is no reason why you have to leave behind some of the standards.

Check out the video above so I can show you how to make ranch, ketchup, and BBQ sauce — all great for the summer and all Whole Life Challenge compliant.…

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Berry Protein Smoothies

Tulika Venugopal — Mon, 17 Jun 2019 07:01:01 +0000

The warm weather has officially arrived, and that means that it is berry season. I absolutely love the assortment of in-season berries that have made their presence in the markets, and I cannot resist buying them.

This recipe for berry protein smoothies utilizes a variety of delicious berries, which can be either fresh or frozen for the recipe. The frozen banana provides a creamy texture, and the tofu and almond butter provide healthy sources of protein and fat.…

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A Simple Kale Salad (Even Haters Will Enjoy)

Sandy McCall — Mon, 10 Jun 2019 07:01:12 +0000

Reading Time: 2 minutes

Do you often hear people say things like this?

“Kale is tough.”

“Kale tastes bitter.”

“I know kale is good for me, but I don’t like it.”

Well, I think this simple kale salad recipe will change most of the doubters’ minds. It did for me.

The process of making this simple kale salad includes marinating the chopped kale in lemon juice.…

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Apple Cider Vinegar Immunity Tonic

Sandy McCall — Mon, 03 Jun 2019 09:00:00 +0000

Many people know the benefits of consuming apple cider vinegar (ACV), but have you ever considered drinking it every day?

Here’s a “doctored up” version that you may love (or learn to love). I call it my “immunity tonic.” I have been drinking this tonic twice a day for a couple of years, and the benefits continue to be great. It really helps me in relieving inflammation and the pain of arthritis, plus it supports my digestion.…

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How to Make Pico de Gallo (Just 3 Ingredients)

Nancy Teas-Crain — Tue, 28 May 2019 07:01:07 +0000

Reading Time: 4 minutes

Pico de gallo is a chunky fresh salsa made from a few simple ingredients. It is a dietary staple in Mexico. In Spanish, “pico de gallo” literally means the “rooster’s beak.”

There are a number of different thoughts on the origin of the name. One is that the sensation of hot peppers in the mouth is like a peck from the rooster’s beak (and, believe me, a rooster’s beak can give quite a peck — that’s my boy Cowboy right there).…

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You Can Grill & Chill with These 7 Memorial Day Recipes

Becca Borawski Jenkins — Mon, 20 May 2019 07:01:04 +0000

Reading Time: 3 minutes

When we picture a holiday meal around the grill, it’s usually accompanied by an assortment of unhealthy foods: chips, beer, burger buns, pasta salads, desserts.

And the idea of “healthy” food always seems like it’s going to be a lot of work.

Which isn’t how any of us want to spend our summer holidays.

But it’s totally possible to have a healthy and enjoyable grill n’ chill festivity — with these Memorial Day recipes.…

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Kale Chip Salad with Spicy Strawberry Salsa and Avocado-Lime Non-Dairy Crema

Sandy McCall — Mon, 13 May 2019 07:01:00 +0000

Reading Time: 5 minutes

This sweet, spicy, and savory kale chip salad has it all. Get ready to enjoy the crunch, crunch, crunch of the kale chips, layered with the pleasing sweetness of ripe strawberries (with a little added heat), topped with the creaminess of a delicious and healthy avocado crema.

I used lacinato kale for this recipe, but any kind of kale will work.…

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Chia Breakfast Pudding (Only 5 Minutes of Prep)

Tulika Venugopal — Mon, 06 May 2019 07:01:42 +0000

Reading Time: 2 minutes

Eating a healthy breakfast is often challenging, especially during busy mornings. So, I prefer make-ahead breakfasts that I can prepare the night before.

This chia breakfast pudding requires only five minutes of prep time, is naturally grain-free, and can be easily customized to include your toppings of choice. The best part is that these highly nutritional chia seeds include both protein and fiber, which will leave you feeling satisfied until lunch time.…

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Indian-style Dry-Fried Green Beans

Tulika Venugopal — Mon, 22 Apr 2019 07:01:51 +0000

Green beans are a vegetable that I enjoy dressing up. My favorite way to prepare green beans is to crisp them up in a cast iron skillet with some simple Indian flavors. Just follow this recipe for my Indian-style dry-fried green beans and you’ll see. I assure you that once you try this method, you will not go back.

Pro-tip: this recipe can be made using either fresh or frozen green beans.…

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Tickled Pink Pickled Eggs

Nancy Teas-Crain — Mon, 15 Apr 2019 07:01:02 +0000

Reading Time: 3 minutes

Eggs are a powerhouse food. According to the 2016 Proceedings of the Nutrition Society:

“Eggs have one of the lowest energy-to-nutrient density ratios (in other words, a lot of nutritional value for not a lot of calories) of any food, and contain a quality of protein that is superior to beef steak and similar to dairy. “

Not only that, eggs are a bargain food.…

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(Gluten-Free & Keto Friendly) Cloud Bread with Easy Garlic-Sage Butter

Sandy McCall — Mon, 08 Apr 2019 07:01:42 +0000

Reading Time: 4 minutes

Are you a bread and butter lover? Are you tired of the time and effort it takes to knead bread and let it rise? Or are you sensitive or allergic to yeast and/or gluten?

If any or all of that describes you: you will love this cloud bread and garlic-sage butter.

U.S. News and World Report states: “[G]luten-free packaged foods have one important thing in common with their glutinous counterparts: The majority of them are absolute junk …” But some of the gluten-free bread recipes out there get complicated, and others just aren’t that satisfying.…

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Smashed Chickpea Salad

Tulika Venugopal — Mon, 01 Apr 2019 07:01:42 +0000

Reading Time: 2 minutes

I have fond memories of eating egg salad sandwiches for lunch when I was growing up; it was always a special treat. Recently, as I was reminiscing about this delicious lunch idea, I decided to give the traditional egg salad a healthy makeover.

While all of the ingredients in this smashed chickpea salad recipe are Whole Life Challenge compliant, the flavor still recalls the familiar egg salad we all know and love.…

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Beets, Beet Greens, and Bacon (or Butter)

Nancy Teas-Crain — Sun, 24 Mar 2019 09:00:40 +0000

Reading Time: 3 minutes

It is so nice to cook up all of one purchase of fresh vegetables in one recipe. Often with vegetables, we use some and some is left for another day — and then forgotten. It gives me a terrible feeling when I see valuable organic produce becoming compost in the vegetable bin of my refrigerator.

Fresh beets look so beautiful in a bunch.…

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Wild Fermented Salsa

Sandy McCall — Sun, 17 Mar 2019 09:00:39 +0000

Reading Time: 2 minutes

This easy-to-make fermented salsa beats anything you can buy in the store. It’s fresh and simple, and you get to decide how much heat there will be. And, of course, it’s fermented, which means it brings all the health benefits that fermented foods have to offer us.

I love the bold colors of this salsa. Not only does it taste great, but it makes for a wonderful presentation on your favorite tacos, wraps, eggs, chicken, and plenty more.…

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Baked Rosemary and Garlic Rutabaga Fries

Tulika Venugopal — Sun, 03 Mar 2019 10:00:06 +0000

Reading Time: 2 minutes

Rutabaga is a gem of a root vegetable. It not only has a pleasant and slightly sweet flavor, but it also provides a plethora of nutritional benefits. The rutabaga looks similar to a turnip, but it is a bit more yellow in color and slightly bigger than a turnip.

This veggie is so versatile and can be a welcome addition to any meal, but my favorite way to prepare them is to bake them into rutabaga fries.…

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Chipotle Chicken Pile-up

Sandy McCall — Sun, 24 Feb 2019 10:00:37 +0000

Reading Time: 5 minutes

What in the world is a chipotle chicken pile-up? Well, think: smashed purple sweet potatoes, shiitake mushrooms, caramelized onions, and fresh spinach. Oh, and don’t forget the red pepper sauce and balsamic reduction.

In my opinion, this chipotle chicken pile-up is the perfect entree for yourself, your family, or company. The roasted red pepper and jalapeno sauce and the balsamic reduction make for a lovely contrast in flavors.…

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Creamy Balsamic Salad Dressing

Nancy Teas-Crain — Sun, 17 Feb 2019 10:00:49 +0000

Reading Time: 2 minutes

Homemade salad dressing is a delicious addition to a dinner salad. And even more valuable than that — the primary benefit to making your own salad dressing is that you have complete control over the ingredients.

Most commercial salad dressings use inexpensive oils such as corn and soybean oil. Olive oil is a much better choice for a salad oil, but you still need to be discerning.…

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Roasted Blueberry Bites and Homemade Coconut Butter

Sandy McCall — Sun, 10 Feb 2019 10:00:03 +0000

Reading Time: 3 minutes

We all like simple, yet nutritious foods and this recipe for roasted blueberry bites is top on my list — plus, it’s a dessert!

I am always looking for healthier desserts and I also love it when a recipe doesn’t taste too sweet. These blueberry bites have a nice amount of sweetness coupled with the tang of citrus in each bite.…

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Instant Pot Saag Tofu (Mixed Greens with Tofu)

Tulika Venugopal — Sun, 03 Feb 2019 10:00:25 +0000

Reading Time: 3 minutes

This recipe is compliant on our Vegetarian Kickstart and Lifestyle levels. If you aren’t familiar with our Vegetarian nutrition guidelines, you can learn more here. This recipe is also compliant on our Omnivore Kickstart level in moderation.

One of my favorite hobbies is creating healthy versions of traditional Indian recipes. This recipe is one of my go-to dishes to prepare when I am short on time and want to pack a punch with some leafy greens in a flavorful way.…

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Whole Life Challenge Compliant Super Bowl Snacks

V "Paleo Boss Lady" Capaldi — Sun, 27 Jan 2019 10:00:35 +0000

Reading Time: 3 minutes

Watching the Super Bowl is only part of what makes the day great in America. Super Bowl snacks and the commercials are two additional reasons to participate in the day America watches the NFL like no other.

But when participating in a Whole Life Challenge, “snacking” takes on a different meaning. Now, we’re talking about healthy snacking (and, yes, there is such a thing).…

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Carrot Ginger Juice (No Juicer Required)

Tulika Venugopal — Sun, 20 Jan 2019 10:00:53 +0000

Reading Time: 3 minutes

There are times when I want to drink my veggies, and I end up spending too much money on a bottle of pure vegetable juice at the store, due to the fact I do not own a juicer. Maybe you’ve had this experience, too?

This makes me especially excited to share this carrot ginger juice recipe with you because it does not require a juicer.…

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Super Simple (and Freezable) Chicken Soup

Alma Schneider — Sun, 13 Jan 2019 10:00:08 +0000

Reading Time: 2 minutes

While trying to incorporate new and healthier habits into your lifestyle, it’s always important to have food on hand that is satisfying and comforting. Soup is a great way to feel full — and for you to be full of nutrients, too.

I love making this chicken soup because it simplifies my meals. Once I make a pot, I have something tasty at the ready and it’s freezeable, too.…

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Carrot Apple Salad with Vinaigrette

Nancy Teas-Crain — Sun, 06 Jan 2019 10:00:33 +0000

Reading Time: 3 minutes

Part of the trick of eating well and staying with your food plan is having ingredients on hand that hold well and are flexible in their use.

A bag of organic whole carrots is a great thing to keep on hand. Raw carrots sticks can be a portable snack food, can be cooked as a colorful side dish, and are useful as a vegetable ingredient in different soups.…

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Sweet Potato Pizza Crust, White Sauce, Red Sauce, and Vegan Mozzarella (Oh My!)

Sandy McCall — Sun, 09 Dec 2018 10:00:59 +0000

Reading Time: 6 minutes

Do you love to have choices? This sweet potato pizza crust recipe set will give you just that. You can choose which sauce you like (or use both), pick your fresh or leftover veggies for toppings, and opt for meat or no meat. Oh, and you can add all the extras or not, too! Your options are endless and directed by your own taste and preferences in food, as well as the leftovers you might have in your refrigerator.…

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Jackfruit Tuna Salad (With No Tuna)

Alma Schneider — Sun, 02 Dec 2018 10:00:10 +0000

Reading Time: 2 minutes

Jackfruit is the new be all, end all vegan food or meat substitute. That means this jackfruit tuna salad is healthy, low carb, and low calorie — and it can even fool many meat lovers.

This jackfruit tuna salad is compliant on all levels and is really tasty. If you haven’t tried anything jackfruit before, this is a flavorful and simple way to start.…

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Kerri’s Tomato Soup (and 2 Dairy-Free Pesto Recipes)

Sandy McCall — Tue, 27 Nov 2018 10:00:07 +0000

Reading Time: 3 minutes

The soup is on. As the fall and winter months progress, who doesn’t love a simple and tasty soup recipe? This particular tomato soup has a pesto “twist” that I know you will love.

Personally, I am not much of a tomato soup fan, mostly because my memories are predominantly of canned tomato soup. Kerri’s Tomato Soup is the exception for me.…

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Cabbage and Pomegranate Salad

Nancy Teas-Crain — Sun, 25 Nov 2018 10:00:24 +0000

Eating with the seasons is a great way to make sure you are getting variety in your diet. And that’s important because variety in foods means a variety in nutrients. Fall is an excellent opportunity to tune into nutrient-packed fruits and vegetables, especially pomegranates and cabbage.

This cabbage and pomegranate salad is a winner on so many levels. The ingredients are inexpensive, the salad holds well for several days, and it is very refreshing.…

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Grain-Free Thanksgiving Stuffing

Tulika Venugopal — Mon, 19 Nov 2018 10:00:20 +0000

Reading Time: 3 minutes

Thanksgiving is very much a food-centered holiday, but it comes with challenges for those who are working on maintaining a healthy lifestyle during the holidays.

I decided I wanted to give a well-known Thanksgiving dish a “healthy makeover.” Being gluten-free, I don’t get the opportunity to partake in stuffing, as it is typically made with bread, so I thought it would be a nice change to make this traditional Thanksgiving dish grain-free.…

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3-Ingredient Paleo Pancakes

Shannon Gilson — Sun, 18 Nov 2018 10:00:27 +0000

Reading Time: 2 minutes

Pancakes for breakfast can be such a nice treat, especially if you have kids in the house. But, if you’re trying to stay away from sugar, then traditional pancake batter is not your best option.

These paleo pancakes, however, are a great replacement for those classic sugary breakfasts. With only three ingredients, they’re quick to whip up — and they’re even healthy for you.…

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Pot Roast with Celery Root Puree

Brandon Cress — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 10:00:16 +0000

Reading Time: 2 minutes

This delicious pot roast recipe is a true “stick to your ribs” kind of meal.

It’s the kind of pot roast your grandmother would make. Simple and flavorful, it’ll warm you up all the way down to your soul.

It all starts with grass-fed chuck roast, then we add in vegetables to round out the flavor – the more the merrier, honestly.…

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Apple Sage Chicken with Cabbage and Fennel

Brandon Cress — Sun, 04 Nov 2018 10:00:23 +0000

Reading Time: 2 minutes

This apple sage chicken is the perfect dish for fall. Actually, for you non-traditionalists out there, this may well make a perfect Thanksgiving meal.

Because do you know what says “fall”? Apples. And sage is thought to have many physical and emotional healing powers — from aiding in digestive issues and heartburn, to helping with depression and Alzheimer’s

And in addition to all that, the crunchy sweetness of fennel really turns up the flavor of this dish.…

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Pumpkin Berry Acai Bowl

Tulika Venugopal — Tue, 30 Oct 2018 09:00:59 +0000

Reading Time: 3 minutes

This acai bowl has become our go-to vacation breakfast. It’s packed with flavor, nutrition, and crunch; it’s a perfect addition to an active weekend.

The acai berry is a fruit native to South America, and it not only boasts a variety of health benefits, but it also tastes delicious. Acai bowls typically include a smoothie-like base of frozen acai berries, additional frozen fruit, and some type of non-dairy milk.…

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Mayo-Free Avocado Chicken Salad

Shannon Gilson — Sun, 28 Oct 2018 09:00:38 +0000

Reading Time: 3 minutes

This avocado chicken salad has so much flavor and is so simple to make that it will easily turn into one of your daily lunches. It’s hearty so it fills you up, and it’s also satisfying with all the amazing ingredients. Plus, the avocado gives this salad a creaminess without using any mayo, so it feels lighter than most chicken salads.…

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Chicken Cacciatore with Buttered Spaghetti Squash

Brandon Cress — Sun, 21 Oct 2018 09:00:58 +0000

Reading Time: 2 minutes

Sometimes simple is best. Simple and hearty? Even better.

The Good Kitchen began as a way for Founder Amber Lewis to share her (paleo) take on home-style dishes with friends. This chicken cacciatore — or “hunter-style” — chicken is in line with that vision.

Substitute spaghetti squash for (more traditional) pasta to add another layer of vegetables, as well as a little crunch and texture in each bite.…

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Tomatillo Turkey Stew

Courtney Spiegl — Sun, 14 Oct 2018 09:00:12 +0000

Reading Time: 2 minutes

The fourth quarter of the year is a great time for a hearty, healthy stew. But that doesn’t mean you need to keep making that same old dish.

Kick bland stews to the curb with this healthy turkey stew made with broiled tomatillos, garlic, and jalapeno. The combination of turkey (or chicken) and lime juice lends both heartiness and zest to this unique, yet simple recipe.…

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Easy Grain-Free Plantain Tortillas (and Dairy-Free Coconut Sour Cream)

Sandy McCall — Tue, 09 Oct 2018 09:00:33 +0000

Reading Time: 4 minutes

Try these easy plantain tortillas if you love tortilla dishes, but you would rather not use corn or wheat-flour tortillas. (You can read more about the potential issues with wheat here.) These plantain tortillas are always a hit with my whole family, and they’re also great for a buffet with family and friends.

To make it easier to prepare these tortillas, I bought a cast iron tortilla press for about twenty dollars.…

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Tandoori Chicken Thighs

Brandon Cress — Sun, 07 Oct 2018 09:00:54 +0000

Reading Time: 2 minutes

Break out the grill for our version of the traditional Indian dish of tandoori chicken. There’s certainly a lot of history that comes with chicken prepared in this manner (just Google it), but we’ll keep it simple. And give a little twist, since most of us don’t have clay pots readily available for authentic tandoori cooking.

So, instead, we’ll grill the marinated chicken on medium-high for tenderness inside, while preserving a char on the outside.…

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Shrimp and Cauliflower Grits

Brandon Cress — Sun, 30 Sep 2018 09:00:53 +0000

Reading Time: 3 minutes

For our money, you just can’t go wrong with the classic Lowcountry staple shrimp ‘n’ grits. But we did find a way to improve upon it in this shrimp and cauliflower grits recipe.

This recipe uses cauliflower to create “grits” instead of cornmeal. Using cauliflower keep us eating whole foods, rather than consuming ground (processed) corn, and all the starch and sugar we digest as a result of consuming those grits.…

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Tahini Miso Dip for Vegetables

Nancy Teas-Crain — Sun, 23 Sep 2018 09:00:14 +0000

Reading Time: 3 minutes

I stopped eating soy a few years ago when I realized it was not the health food I had been led to believe. The recent ruling in the cancer court case involving Monsanto’s glyphosate (Roundup) makes an even stronger case for running the other way from conventional soybeans, in my opinion. Conventional soybeans are typically a GMO crop where the grower is using glyphosate to kill weeds without killing the soybeans.…

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Spiced and Smoky Butternut Squash

Tulika Venugopal — Fri, 21 Sep 2018 09:00:56 +0000

Reading Time: 3 minutes

Fall is quickly approaching, and I have to admit my favorite part about fall is the prevalence of winter squash. I love roasting butternut, acorn, and spaghetti squash with some simple spices and olive oil.

But sometimes, I forget there are so many other ways to prepare these tasty gourds.

This recipe is a unique way to prepare butternut squash that is sure to delight your taste buds.…

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Homemade Coconut Milk

Lauren Lobley — Thu, 20 Sep 2018 09:00:30 +0000

Reading Time: 2 minutes

I drink an obscene amount of nut milk: almond, coconut, hemp, hazelnut. But I don’t love all the additives in the store-bought versions, so wherever I can (read: when I’m not feeling lazy), I make homemade almond milk and homemade coconut milk.

This recipe for homemade coconut milk uses shredded coconut and could not be easier — or faster, for that matter.…

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