Okay, this year is officially flying by. I swear we just got through the frigid winter, and now we’re on our way to the next one? Except I’m getting ahead of myself here, because it’s been HOT…so…hot this past month. Despite the heat and humidity, though, our summer adventures have not disappointed. We’ve done some…
Archives for July 2019
Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Sandwiches
Make these Chocolate and Peanut Butter Banana Sandwiches for a quick bite-sized treat. Pretty sure I could write a book about 1,000 ways to use chocolate chips. They’re my go-to ingredient for making desserts that do double-duty as a healthy snack, as well. Such is this case with today’s recipe. Chocolate and peanut butter just…
Crunchy Orange Chicken Quinoa Salad
For a tasty meal using fresh, simple ingredients, try this quinoa salad with chicken and mandarin oranges. Citrus might be my all-time favorite ingredients, especially limes. This dish uses a duo of oranges and limes to add some fresh flavor to an already healthy meal. In addition to the fruity flavors weaved into this quinoa…
7 Ways to Make Salads Suck Less
Many of us reach for salads when we’re trying to make the healthier choice, but sometimes salads just really suck. And who’s actually willing to eat healthy long-term if the food isn’t even remotely satisfying? Salads are often thought of as boring, not filling, and just overall…not very appetizing. It’s easy to make these types…
Workout for Weak Glutes & Hips
I originally started this blog with a running theme, but ever since I developed IT (iliotibial) band syndrome four years ago, running has been pretty nonexistent in my life. I’m not going to get into that story, but if you want to read more about my experience, check out my running after IT band syndrome…
