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Sweet Paleo Treats for the Holidays
Paleo Shirataki Shrimp with Roasted Bok Choy
Paleo diet allows you to eat shirataki noodles, and they are pretty fabulous when you do it right. I used to love bok choy when I was riding solo, and it was nourishing and filling at the same time. I have a love for noodles too, so both combined are my dream meal. I went … Continue reading Paleo Shirataki Shrimp with Roasted Bok Choy
Quick Getting Started Paleo Cheat Sheet - Leverage Ambition
I don’t know about you, but I have always had trouble wondering what to eat to feel good and keep a healthy Body Mass Index (BMI). When I was younger I had no problem keeping thin. I was an athlete, doing gymnastics over 35 hours a week, actively cheerleading, and having a great time. Once … Continue reading Quick Getting Started Paleo Cheat Sheet - Leverage Ambition
14 Paleo Friendly Starbucks Hot Drinks to Keep you Warm This Winter | Leverage Ambition
I have been on the Paleo diet since March early this year. I am happy to say that I have lost 33 lbs and counting! My sister was diagnosed with Celiac disease when she was younger, which gave her a bad reaction gastro wise to carbs. I always sort of knew that I had an … Continue reading 14 Paleo Friendly Starbucks Hot Drinks to Keep you Warm This Winter | Leverage Ambition
Thanksgiving Appetizers to Get Your Paleo Party Started! 🦃
I don’t know about you, but Thanksgiving appetizers really set the mood for the entire Thanksgiving! I love hot appetizers, especially when it is cold out. Cold dips are cool too especially sitting by the hot fireplace. I spent many years testing fad diets and the best diet that worked for me was the Paleo … Continue reading Thanksgiving Appetizers to Get Your Paleo Party Started! 🦃
Eating Out Paleo Style This Holiday Season 😎
What a year! We made it and are lucky to be alive that’s for sure. There were many challenges we have all faced personally, business wise, and family wise but we are still here. As the holidays roll out, we want to be sure we are extra safe and take extra precautions as we go … Continue reading Eating Out Paleo Style This Holiday Season 😎
7 Paleo Sweet Treats, Desserts - Guilt Free Snackypoos
The weather is much colder now, and the seasons have changed from summer to fall. I don’t know about you, but as soon as the temperature drops I instantly get in the mood for stew and sweets. Summer is usually a time for fruit sweets, and fall is a time for pies, muffins, and cookies. … Continue reading 7 Paleo Sweet Treats, Desserts - Guilt Free Snackypoos
‘Spice Up Your Life’ Fall Paleo Chicken Stew Inspired by The Spice Girls
People of the world! Every boy, every girl! Spice up your life with this stellar spicy chicken stew inspired by The Spice Girls. It is so spicy, you’ll be playing Survivor by Destiny’s Child shortly after your last bite! Seriously though we came upon this recipe by accident, but we have to give major credit … Continue reading ‘Spice Up Your Life’ Fall Paleo Chicken Stew Inspired by The Spice Girls
Whole30 + Paleo - Spicy Hotdog Succotash with Sweet Peas
Feeling fall weather kick in, and when it does there is nothing better than spicy hotdog succotash with sweet peas! It is filling, quick, and easy! Double bonus, it’s kid friendly too. Lets start with the spicy hotdog succotash! First use extra virgin olive oil on low heat and add 1 teaspoon of red chili … Continue reading Whole30 + Paleo - Spicy Hotdog Succotash with Sweet Peas
Whole30 Hot or Cold Tantanmen Ramen Soup
INGREDIENTS 4 pieces of Chicken Breast with Bones 2 Large Boiled Eggs 2 Bundles of Baby Bok Choi 1 Cup of Bean Sprouts 1 Large Zucchini 8 Scallions 2 Tablespoons of Tahini Paste 1 Tablespoon of Coconut Aminos Half Teaspoon of Five Spice 2 Tablespoons of Cashew Butter Handful of Toasted Sesame Seeds DIRECTIONS Add … Continue reading Whole30 Hot or Cold Tantanmen Ramen Soup
Whole30 Bacon Wrapped Asparagus - OMG so good
I finally decided to start my second round of Whole30 this week! It took me a while to get into it again as I have had a busy month preparing to switch jobs. Good news is that I will be joining a new company at the end of the month! Excited for a new start … Continue reading Whole30 Bacon Wrapped Asparagus - OMG so good
Whole30 R5, Energizer Bunny Sugar Detox
Just got back from a much needed vacation in Lake Arrowhead this week, and I fell off the wagon. The sugar wagon that is! I had a slice of pizza and a spicy watermelon margarita, AND THEY WERE DELICIOUS! Back home now and back to reality where I am writing and getting back into the … Continue reading Whole30 R5, Energizer Bunny Sugar Detox
Whole30 + Paleo Breakfast - Kerala Egg Curry
This is one recipe for the history books, y’all. My lovely mother gave me the most delectable breakfast recipe on the planet, and if you are a spice fan (and are hungry now) this one is for you. All you need is a pan of water, and insert cherry tomatoes, carrots, uncured, sugar free bacon, … Continue reading Whole30 + Paleo Breakfast - Kerala Egg Curry
Whole30 Lunch - Kale Chicken Caesar Chive Bacon Salad
Oh wow, this was the BEST salad I have had on the Whole30 diet since I started my first round in November this year! I had leftover baked chicken drumsticks from dinner last night so I chopped this up and added Tessemae’s Caesar dressing. It is definitely more pricey than the regular dressing you find … Continue reading Whole30 Lunch - Kale Chicken Caesar Chive Bacon Salad
Whole30 Lunch - Homemade Baked Potato Chips with Boiled Eggs and Tessamae Ranch Dressing
2018! I am on Round 2, Day 2 of my Whole30 diet. First round last year I lost 13 pounds, and looking to lose 10 more this time around. I have to admit I gained 3 pounds or so since my last round. I haven’t had raw sugar however I did have non-compliant meat and … Continue reading Whole30 Lunch - Homemade Baked Potato Chips with Boiled Eggs and Tessamae Ranch Dressing
WHOLE30 MEALS IM LOVING NOW
This is my 4th round of Whole30, and it’s hard girl! The things I miss most but are most dangerous for me include whole milk (can you tell I have kids yet?), toast with butter and jelly, and WINE. WINE, WINE, WINE! I know it’s only for 30 days but it’s a hike uphill for … Continue reading WHOLE30 MEALS IM LOVING NOW
Whole30 Dinner - Spicy Roasted Chicken with Mashed Potatoes and Carrots
You guys are in for an extra special New Year’s celebration meal! This was a nice comfort meal I made yesterday which made all members of my household happy! 👍😄 It does taste as good as it looks! Ingredients 3 Organic Chicken Breasts 1 bag of Organic Mini Carrots 3 Russet Potatoes, Organic 4 tablespoons … Continue reading Whole30 Dinner - Spicy Roasted Chicken with Mashed Potatoes and Carrots
Whole30 Dinner - Chicken Sausage & Mashed Potatoes
It has been a long day y’all! We had a lot of kids activities, including tutoring them with flash cards from Bob’s Books which are great for kids as they start to learn how to read. We are also digging Netflix recently as they have two really great shows for kids speech and learning: Story … Continue reading Whole30 Dinner - Chicken Sausage & Mashed Potatoes
Whole30 Baked Garlic Kale Chips, Blueberry Lemon Water & Cherry Tomatoes
Everyone wants to know what I am eating on the Whole30 diet, as many find it hard to be creative, full, and happy with the limited ingredients this diet has. Great part is when you are withdrawing from dairy and sugar, you look much leaner in your face and eventually see weight loss on your … Continue reading Whole30 Baked Garlic Kale Chips, Blueberry Lemon Water & Cherry Tomatoes
Whole30 Snack - Deviled Eggs & Homemade Mayo
Happy Holidays to everyone! I am excited to share the following: 1) I took off a week from my day job to potty train my twin boys and chill with my husband; 2) We booked a few days in the Westin Hotel in Long Beach and it was awesome. The room service and … Continue reading Whole30 Snack - Deviled Eggs & Homemade Mayo
Fat + Tired? Time for Whole30
Here’s a grocery shopping list to kick start your Whole30 diet. It’s filling, and you can eat as much as you want as long as you have the right groceries at hand. Let’s get started! PROTEIN Wild Caught Salmon 100% Grass Fed Beef Organic Eggs Tunafish Almond Nut Butter (no added sugar) Uncured sugar free … Continue reading Fat + Tired? Time for Whole30
Perfect Whole30 + Paleo Breakfast Ideas
Get your morning started right with these perfect breakfast ideas that leave you satisfied and ready to get your day started! 1. Eggs + Uncured, Sugar Free Bacon Not in that order though as you have to cook the bacon on low heat for about 20 minutes, flipping it midway. After the bacon was drained … Continue reading Perfect Whole30 + Paleo Breakfast Ideas
Whole30 Snacks – 10 Compliant Larabars
Today I was on a quest. A quest to find the best and easiest meal replacer as I forgot to pack my lunch before work today. It stinks when I forget, and typically it is leftovers from the night before. Problem is, my husband now wants in the Whole30 club! He has not been following … Continue reading Whole30 Snacks – 10 Compliant Larabars
10 Salty & Sweet Snacks on the Whole30
Guys! I just had a great lunch and was really craving something sweet! In the past I would just have a cookie or a potato chip snack in my office, but now that I am on the Whole30 I need to be prepped with better choices to make sure I remain compliant and stick to … Continue reading 10 Salty & Sweet Snacks on the Whole30
Take Back Your Mojo via our Whole30 Dinner - Mojo Cubano Marinated Pork
I have to admit I have never been to Cuba, but I would really love to visit now that it is open to Americans to come in and stay! I hate to drop the Kardashian’s name in it but I saw them visit and Jezebel wrote an article about it here. Too funny! I am … Continue reading Take Back Your Mojo via our Whole30 Dinner - Mojo Cubano Marinated Pork
Fried Bratwurst, Eggs with Potato Brussel Sprout Hash Whole30 Lunch
Sounds delicious, right? You bet your damn britches it is! Just made this bad boy for lunch and what a joy. It was actually enough for my next meal too, to those who are doing the Whole30 diet. For those that are looking to get on the Whole30 diet, I would definitely recommend going to … Continue reading Fried Bratwurst, Eggs with Potato Brussel Sprout Hash Whole30 Lunch
2018 New Year’s Eve Party - Whole30 Appetizers & Drinks
Happy New Year’s Eve, everyone! Congrats on the end of 2017 and a celebration to the new projects and challenges to come! I have recently written a blog about my 2018 goals, if you haven’t checked it out yet I would catch it here: 2018 New Year’s Goals We are staying in on the home front … Continue reading 2018 New Year’s Eve Party - Whole30 Appetizers & Drinks
