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Month: April 2023

Spinach And Banana Smoothie | The Picky Eater

This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Please read my disclosure. This healthy, creamy spinach and banana smoothie recipe is perfectly balanced, lightly sweet, and totally satisfying! Sweet bananas, nutrient rich spinach,…

What is Soy Milk? Good For you? Bad for you?

Soy milk is made from soybeans. It is best to get your soybeans from an organic, non-GMO certified company, but no matter where your beans come from, soy milk is better for you than cow’s milk. That being said, homemade soy…

Diary of an Aspiring Loser: Clearing Out the Funk

[PSA: “like” my blog’s Facebook page to get tips and updates on my blog posts in your news feed.] Well, hello there. I won’t attempt a catch-up post because it’s been far too long. I’ll just dive in to the here-and-now. Which…

Metabolic Stress vs. Mechanical Stress and Muscle Growth

Have you ever wondered why some people build muscle faster than others, despite similar workout routines and diets? Factors like genetics, training intensity, exercise selection, training frequency, and nutrition all affect the gains you get from strength training. By adjusting…

How to Cook Brown Rice – WellPlated.com

A pot of fluffy, tender Brown Rice is yours for the making! Follow these steps to cook the perfect stovetop brown rice every time. Pin this recipe on Pinterest to save for later Pin It! Cooking brown rice can be…

Six Factors to Fit Book and Giveaway!

For those of you that read the blog regularly or follow me on my social media pages you know, I have the honor of serving on the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) National Board of Directors. The OAC is a non-profit…

111 Tired Quotes You Can Relate to (But Also Get a Boost of Energy From)

If you’re tired today then maybe this post can help you. In it I want to share relatable and timeless thoughts on tiredness. To give you some comfort. To remind you that you’re not alone in feeling this way. But…

Weight Loss

Easy Paleo Pancakes Recipe. Low Carb Goodness!

It’s Paleo Pancakes time! But if you had told me a few months back that I would give up my regular pancakes forever for this (weird?) paleo stand in, I would’ve laughed in your face and proceeded to cover my…

Medical Gaslighting: How to Deal When Doctors Won’t Listen

Have you ever walked into a doctor’s office, voiced your concerns to a provider, and essentially been told that it’s either in your head or just the result of stress, when you know it’s something more? Well, there’s a name…

Baked Teriyaki Chicken (Sugar-Free) – Kalyn’s Kitchen

I love this Baked Teriyaki Chicken and I use Golden Monkfruit Sweetener in the Teriyaki Sauce to make it sugar-free and low-carb. And I’ve updated the method for this favorite recipe with some simple changes that make it even better!…

Friday Faves 4.7 – The Fitnessista

Hi hi! How are you? How was the week? Any fun Easter plans? We’re having the usual brunch with my dad’s side of the family (give me all the drunken French toast and egg dish) and dinner with madre’s side…

Asian Salmon and Pineapple Stir-Fry

Jump to recipe   Asian Salmon and Pineapple Stir-Fry March 17, 2020 Ingredients FOR THE SAUCE: 1/2 cup water 1/4 cup Tamari 2 Tbsp Mirin or rice vinegar 4 Tbsp honey 2 inch ginger, minced or grated 1 garlic clove,…

Weight Loss

2017 – The Year of Balance

bal·ance noun 1.  an even distribution of weight enabling someone or something to remain upright and steady. 2.  a condition in which different elements are equal or in the correct proportions. verb 1.  keep or put (something) in a steady…

Currently: April 2023 – The Fitnessista

Hi friends! Happy Monday and I hope that my friends who were celebrating yesterday enjoyed a blessed Easter. We had a great day with our fam. The fun started off with an Easter basket scavenger hunt. It prolonged the Easter…

Quick Keto Protein Balls (No-Bake) – Ditch The Carbs

This post may contain affiliate links. Keto Protein Balls are a satisfying snack that only requires six ingredients, takes less than 10 minutes to make, and there are multiple ways to flavor them. The entire family will love these peanut…

FOR THE LOVE OF FOOD: How to keep your heart 30 yrs younger, hunger induces risky eating behavior, and climate change makes oysters more dangerous

Welcome to Friday’s For The Love of Food, Summer Tomato’s weekly link roundup. A few extra this week since I missed last week. This week how to keep your heart 30 yrs younger, hunger induces risky eating behavior, and climate…

Is Naan Bread Vegan? Nope!

Is naan bread vegan? No, naan bread is not vegan. Now that we got the short answer out of the way, lets discuss why naan isn’t vegan, as well as how you can cook or purchase vegan naan. What is…

On the Joy of Handmade with Lisa Jordan

In today’s edition of our handmade interviews I’d like you to meet Lisa Jordan, a very inspiring wool artist living the rural life in the woods of Minnesota. She creates art that reflects the variety of textures and colors around…

Road Trip Planning – RoniNoone.com

Before I get into the trip I’m planning with the boys, let me wrap my head around something. This guy, The Baby, The Toddler, the one who made me a mom and changed my life forever, is turning SEVENTEEN on…

Friday Night Photos #110 on Saturday Morning

I have a pretty hectic weekend and wasn’t able to do my Friday Night Photos last night, so here are some Saturday Morning Photos (and one short video) instead… I already shared a lot of photos from the past week…

Week 49 ⋆ 100 Days of Real Food

Need some ideas for dinner this week? Take a peek at what I feed my family with this FREE Weekly Real Food Dinner Plan, complete with 5 dinners, side items, and a treat. Why Meal Plan? Not only does meal…

5-Ingredient Fig and Honey Breakfast Quinoa Recipe

In a sauce pan, add the quinoa, 1/2 cup of condensed milk, and water. Bring to boil and then reduce to low and cover for about 15 minutes. Watch closely as to avoid burning. Rinse the figs and slice to…