Who doesn't have a warm childhood memory of eating banana bread? This vegan recipe adds a summer healthy spin to classic banana bread with pineapple, mango, and coconut oil. Bananas are a go-to egg substitute in baking, and banana bread is pretty much made for this substitution. We replaced butter with coconut oil for a …
Say hello to your new extra cool summer dessert: these yogurt pops have all of the indulgence of ice cream, with none of the guilt. Who doesn't crave a a cold, sweet treat once it hits 70 degrees? Luckily, there's ways to satisfy your cravings while still eating healthy. I have found that combining yogurt …
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Stuck in a rut? We've all been there at some point, whether that be relating to our physical or mental well-being: where no matter what you do, you're left running in place and feeling powerless. Does this mean you should give up? Of course not. Just like other obstacles, a weight loss plateau can be …
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Making the choice to eat healthy can feel difficult enough, but then there's another pesky factor that complicates things further: money. Sigh. Unfortunately, with a budget being a fact of life for most of us, it's something we have to learn to work within. We put together some tips will make eating healthy on a …
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For the past week (Or weeks, if you're extra-lucky), you've been chilling out, maxing, relaxing, and leaving your fitness goals back in the real world. Perhaps that calorie deficit escaped your mind for a bit. I don't blame you - I do the same thing on vacation, and I'd guess most people do, too. It can be …
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If you thought pesto couldn't be complete without parmesan cheese, well, I have some good news for you! This vegan-ified sauce is, dare I say it, even better than the original. Really. Packed with the superfoods organic kale and coconut oil, it's not only tasty, but healthy, too. Yep, a pasta dish that's good for …
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So you've been hitting the gym consistently, running miles of cardio, and pumping iron; but you're still not seeing the results you want in the mirror, or on the scale. Why not? Exercise is only half of the equation. When it comes to losing weight, it comes down to the simple formula of calories in, …
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