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Recipe: Carrot Cake Protein Waffles for One

Some things are a matter of habit - pancakes, waffles, egg whites, peanut butter. I'm just grateful that I know I'm not alone in having foods and ingredients that I incorporate often into my routine. Whether we believe it or not, we all get into our own routines. But sometimes, things need to get spiced up… Continue reading Recipe: Carrot Cake Protein Waffles for One

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Recipe: Crockpot White Chicken Chili

Fall means a number of things: It's now socially acceptable to have a PSL glued to your hand at all time. Leggings and over-sized sweaters are also acceptable. Apple picking, pumpkin craving and all the baking that comes with those can commence. Chili becomes a staple in my house. I make a two kinds of… Continue reading Recipe: Crockpot White Chicken Chili

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Recipe: Grilled Chicken Shawarma Skewers

Guys, it's hot outside, which means it's hot inside. It's not just hot, it's humid and muggy. Last year when we moved into our apartment, aside from the fitness center, one of the outdoor amenities that really excited us, was the grilling. We have access to both charcoal and gas grills. While charcoal is perfect… Continue reading Recipe: Grilled Chicken Shawarma Skewers

Wellness Refocused Education

Wellness Refocused Education: Protein and Amino Acids

We've talked about fats and carbohydrates (part 1 and part 2) already, but what about protein? Like the other macronutrients, protein can be misunderstood. Like dietary fat, I've heard from people including trainers that protein can make you fat if you consume too much. Let's be clear - too many calories can lead to fat… Continue reading Wellness Refocused Education: Protein and Amino Acids

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Recipe: No-Bake Protein Cheesecake Filling

Updated - Let's talk sweet tooth. I love sweet things. If I had to choose sweet, salty or savory - sweet will always win out. When I think of creating balance with my sweet tooth sometimes it's incorporating it into my typical routine like having dessert most nights. Sometimes it's finding ways to change up… Continue reading Recipe: No-Bake Protein Cheesecake Filling