Topic Thursday

Do you get the recommended 24 g (for women) or 36 g (for men) PER day of sugar?  Most Americans get triple of that each day.  Here's why you need to get your sugar under control!

Wellness Wednesday

Tasty Tuesday

Hawaiian Turkey Burgers Recipe:

(Makes 4 burgers)

Ingredients:

1 pound lean ground turkey (aim for ground turkey breast)

1/2 cup dry bread crumbs

1/4 cup green bell pepper, minced

1/2 cup thinly sliced green onion

1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

1 small can pineapple slices, reserve juice

1/2 teaspoon salt

4 slices Swiss cheese

Teriyaki Sauce (I use Kikkoman)

Light mayonnaise

Hamburger buns

Directions:

In a mixing bowl, combine turkey, bread crumbs, pepper, onion, ginger, 1/4 cup reserved juice from pineapple and salt.  Divide turkey mixture into 4 equal parts and form into patties.  Grill, broil or cook in a frying pan over medium until cooked through.  The last few minutes of cooking, place pineapple over heat to grill.  Place a slice of Swiss cheese on top of each patty when warm.  Spread Teriyaki sauce and light mayonnaise on buns and top with burgers and pineapple. 

 

Source: Here

Motivation Monday

No matter what your goals are...there's no better time to start than TODAY!!

Fit Friday

Here's a workout sure to make those abs burn!

Topic Thursday

Wellness Wednesday

Here is a great scale to determine just how hungry you really are.  Most of the time, we eat well before we're actually hungry and eat past the point of satisfied.

Tasty Tuesday

Summer is a great time to bring that Crock-Pot back out!  No heating up the house and this breakfast will be ready for you in the morning!


Slow Cooker Banana Nut Oatmeal

Ingredients

• 1 cup steel cut oats
• 1 ripe banana - mashed
• ¼ cup chopped walnuts
• 2 cups skim milk (or almond milk)
• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons flax seed meal
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• ½ teaspoon nutmeg
• ½ teaspoon salt
• banana slices, walnuts or brown sugar - optional garnish

Instructions

1. Place all ingredients in slow cooker and stir until well combined.
2. Cook overnight on Low for 8 hours.
3. In the morning, stir oatmeal with a fork to loosen the steel cut oats and make sure everything is fully incorporated.
4. Serve warm with banana slices, chopped walnuts or a pinch of brown sugar if you wish.

Notes

For easier clean-up and to avoid the slight "crusty" residue inside the slow cooker, place all ingredients in a glass bowl that fits into the slow cooker then add enough water to fill the lower half of the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours.

 

Source:  Here

Motivation Monday

How true is this?


Time to feel better and fuel your body with what it needs!

Fit Friday

Here is a great guide to dealing with muscle soreness!

Topic Thursday

Here are some great sources of antioxidants that you can find in your food!

Wellness Wednesday

Do you eat more from the 'More' Category or the 'Less' Category?  It's never too late to change those eating habits!

Tasty Tuesday

In keeping with the summer-weather appropriate recipes, here's a great one from Iowa Girl Eats that everyone in your family will love!




Ingredients

1/2 cup milk (I used unsweetened vanilla almond breeze)

4-6oz vanilla Greek yogurt (1 individual-sized container)

1/2 cup frozen blueberries

1/2 frozen banana (or a whole banana if you like your smoothies sweeter)

1/4 cup raw, uncooked oats

1/4 teaspoon lemon zest

1/2 cup ice cubes

 

Instructions

• Add ingredients to blender in the order listed above then blend until very smooth, about 2 minutes

Source:  Iowa Girl Eats

Motivation Monday

No Excuses!  Work for your goals.  You'll be amazed at what you're capable of!

Fit Friday

Here is workout sure to get those legs-a-burnin'!

Topic Thursday

The topic for today is Sun Safety!!!

Wellness Wednesday

How many of these beauties are in the foods and drinks you consume? 



*Corn--not referring to good old corn when consumed as a vegetable.  Rather corn by-products.

Tasty Tuesday

Here is a great grilled veggie recipe that will amp up any summer time meal!




INGREDIENTS
3 yellow squash, sliced lengthwise into 1/2-inch thick strips
3 small eggplant, sliced lengthwise into 1/2-inch thick strips
1 bunch (1-pound) asparagus, trimmed
You can also use zucchini, bell peppers, onions or other vegetables of your choice.

Dressing:
1/4 cup plus 2 Tablespoons olive oil
Salt (to taste)
Freshly ground pepper (to taste)
3 Tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons minced garlic
Chopped herbs and seasoning blend of your choice. (In this recipe we used a citrus seasoning blend and thyme.)
DIRECTIONS

1. Place a grill pan over medium-high heat or prepare the barbecue.
2. Brush the vegetables with 1/4 cup of the oil until coated lightly.
3. Sprinkle the vegetables with salt and pepper.
4. Working in batches, grill the vegetables until tender and lightly charred all over (about 7 minutes for the yellow squash and eggplant and 4 minutes for the asparagus) Note: The key to getting those great grill marks is to not shift the vegetables too frequently once they’re placed on the grill.
5. While the vegetables are grilling, whisk the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil, lemon juice, garlic, and thyme in a small bowl with salt and pepper (to taste).
6. Arrange the grilled vegetables on a platter.
7. Drizzle the herb mixture over the vegetables.

- See more at: http://www.freebiefindingmom.com/summer-recipe-grilled-vegetables-cookout-must/#sthash.7gF0Rdga.dpuf

Motivation Monday

I think this quote is so insightful in so many aspects of life.  Whether it is fitness, family, faith, etc.  This definitely applies!

Happy 4th of July!

Topic Thursday

Did you know that simple crafts, like coloring, can help lower stress??  Plus it's FUN!  Bring out your inner-child and use these free printables to not only have fun with your own kiddos but help lower your stress at the same time!  That's a Win-Win in my book!


Click Here for the printables!

Wacky Wednesday

I'm going to do something a little different today!  I thought it would be fun to see some great 4th of July crafts and inspiration to make your 4th a little more FUN!  Get the whole family involved to show your pride for America!

Handprint Flag


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Q-Tip Fireworks Craft

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Red, White and Blue Mason Jars



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Popsicle Flag

Click Here for instructions

Tasty Tuesday

Here is a 4th of July edition of Tasty Tuesday!
Here are some great healthier patriotic treats!



 Simply fill strawberries with low fat whipped cream and top with a blueberry!


Banana, Strawberry & Blueberry kabobs!