Confession: I married an Eggo waffle addict. He has eaten Eggos every morning pretty much since I've known him. And in my ongoing attempt to clean up all our household staples, I was determined to leave no waffle unturned! Pun intended. My criteria was simple: whole grains, high protein, low processed sugar, and still delicious! … Continue reading Healthier Buttermilk Freezer Waffles
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PB&J Raspberry Oat Bars
These bars were the result of someone on television simply mentioning oat bars and my brain deciding, yep, I want some of those. Simultaneously, my husband has been a little obsessed with fresh raspberries lately. So I thought I'll make raspberry oat bars. That's how I found Erin Lives Whole's healthy-yet-highly-rated version that are technically … Continue reading PB&J Raspberry Oat Bars
Favorite Healthy Cookbooks of 2021
Throughout 2021, I've had to deal with a health condition that keeps me on a restrictive diet on a long-term basis. That doesn't mean, however, that I no longer want my meals to taste great. So I started looking for help in the form of health-minded cookbooks from chefs that understand flavor. After perusing quite … Continue reading Favorite Healthy Cookbooks of 2021
Almond Joy Chia Pudding
What is your favorite candy? One of our preferred sweet treats is definitely Hershey's Almond Joy bars. The combination of milk chocolate, sweetened coconut, and almonds is delicious! However, this indulgence is off-limits to anyone following a sugar, gluten, and/or dairy-free diet. So we created this chia pudding, which takes the mouthwatering flavor of Almond … Continue reading Almond Joy Chia Pudding
Cinnamon Vanilla Star Anise Chia Pudding
I get it: chia seeds are strange. However, for those who find themselves on frustrating diet restrictions, chia pudding can be a welcomed treat for those who can't indulge otherwise. Also, chia seeds provide several power-packed health benefits, including high fiber, antioxidants, and omega-3 fatty acids. They lower blood pressure, regulate blood sugar, and reduce … Continue reading Cinnamon Vanilla Star Anise Chia Pudding
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