Feeling down? Don’t grab a cookie or bag of chips. Instead, eat these specific foods to boost your mood. Here’s why. Certain foods can boost your mental health, while others can bring you down. Psychiatrist Laura LaChance and Dr. Drew Ramsey compiled a list named the Antidepressant Food Scale (AFS) that ranks food based on … Read More
Make this Blueberry Morning Oats recipe the night before so you have an instant power breakfast in the morning! (You can also make this recipe in the morning with cooked oats.) Oats are a gluten-free grain that can help lower blood sugar levels, reduce the risk of heart disease, and keep you feeling full until … Read More
Raspberries are low in sugar, rich in anti-aging antioxidants, high in fiber, and anti-inflammatory compounds. Blend up this super Raspberry Yogurt Smoothie recipe for a healthy breakfast or snack. Makes 1 Serving INGREDIENTS 2/3 cup plain Greek yogurt or non-dairy yogurt 2/3 cup unsweetened nondairy milk (i.e., almond, coconut, oat, hempseed) 2/3 cup frozen raspberries 1 … Read More
This Almond Coconut Drop Biscuits recipe produces a flaky, crumbly, scrumptious, and lower-carb biscuit. When you bake them, leave a comment to let me know what you think! INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons coconut butter, cubed 2 tablespoons coconut oil, solid 2 and 1/2 cups almond flour 1 tablespoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon Himalayan pink salt 3/4 … Read More
Oatmeal is a breakfast staple for many. It’s warm, filling, and easy to make. This gluten-free whole grain is a great source of fiber, minerals, vitamins and antioxidants. Regular consumption of oatmeal can potentially increase your gut health, lower blood sugar levels, and reduce the risk of heart disease. While the benefits of oatmeal are … Read More
Protein shakes, protein supplements, protein diets, and protein-enriched products have been dominating the nutrition world for a while. While some may think consuming a lot of protein is a fad, research has shown that eating foods rich in protein has many benefits for your body. Here is more information about what protein is, why protein … Read More
This Apple Chia Seed Pudding recipe is full of mood boosting nutrients and fiber which makes it the perfect breakfast meal or snack on the go. Makes 2 Servings INGREDIENTS 1 cup non-dairy unsweetened milk 1/4 cup unsweetened apple juice 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/3 cup chia seeds Sliced apple (optional) DIRECTIONS … Read More
Breakfast may be the most skipped meal of the day for various reasons. Some people are too busy to prepare something, while others may not feel hungry or may be trying to fast until lunch to lose weight. However, breakfast is important for many reasons and after reading this you may think twice about skipping … Read More
Makes 1 Serving INGREDIENTS 1/3 avocado 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided 1 teaspoon lemon juice Salt and red pepper to taste 1 slice sprouted grain or sourdough bread, toasted 2 eggs (or 1/2 cup egg whites) 1 ounce Monterey Jack cheese (optional) DIRECTIONS Mash the avocado in a bowl with 1 teaspoon olive oil, 1 … Read More
Makes 1 Serving INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup steel cut oats (or non-instant oatmeal) 1 cup water 1 scoop chocolate or vanilla protein powder 1 tablespoon almond butter ¼ cup unsweetened almond milk or coconut milk ¼ teaspoon cinnamon DIRECTIONS Cook oats according to package directions. Stir in protein powder, almond butter, and non-dairy milk. Top with … Read More
