Too many times, I see women who struggle with their weight sabotage their success because they do not eat enough. They believe if they eat less (and exercise more), this will cause a calorie deficit and they will drop weight. If you are 20 years old with a rip-roaring metabolism then yes, this tactic will […]
Tag Archives: Snacks
Apple Spice Muffins
These muffins are so yummy and I love that they are well balanced. My kids were amazed that they are “healthy”. 1 1/4 cups Almond Flour 1/4 cup Coconut Flour 1/4 cup Ground Flax Seed 1 tsp Cinnamon 1/2 tsp Nutmeg 1/2 tsp Baking Soda 1/4 tsp Sea Salt 2 Apple (cored and finely diced) […]
Zucchini Carrot Breakfast Muffins
These muffins are sweet, but not too sweet. To me, they are the perfect combo of protein, carbs, veggies and healthy fat for a balanced breakfast or snack. 4 eggs 1/4 cup coconut oil (melted) 3 Tbsp maple syrup or honey 1 Tbsp vanilla extract 1 cup almond flour 1/4 cup coconut flour 1.5 tsp […]
Best Kind Bars (5 Grams of Sugar or Less)
During the busy day, you may need something quick to hold you over. Kind Bars are readily available at most supermarkets. Not all Kind Bars are created equal. I’ve dome the research and here are the Kind Bars lowest in sugar (5 grams or less) and do not have soy. Kind Bars Dark Chocolate Nuts […]
Simple Low Sugar Trail Mix
We all love trail mix when we are having a busy day. However it is hard to find a quality trail mix that is not packed with sugar galore. Make sure to read ingredients and monitor sugar grams – aim for <7 g of sugar/serving. Ideally, you can easily make your own. Batch of Low […]
Easy Lettuce Wrap Snacks
Lettuce wraps are an easy and healthy way to make a balanced snack. So many options too! Here are some fun ideas to get you started. My favorite lettuce wrap contains hummus, sunflower seeds, avocado slices, roasted red pepper, cucumber slices and shredded carrots. There are so many combinations. Just start with a big lettuce […]
