Easy Spinach Salad

Here’s a high protein salad that is bursting with flavor and nutrients. Try the simple homemade salad dressing – it’s much healthier than store bought dressings, and still lends lots of flavor. Servings: 4 Here’s what you need:     6 cups organic baby spinach     4 hard boiled eggs, chopped     6 pieces bacon, crumbled … Continued

Herb Chicken, Arugula and Mango Salad

This recipe takes the concept of chicken salad to a whole new level. There is so much going on in the flavor department like sweet mango, savory chicken, tender asparagus, tangy arugula, and creamy goat cheese. Servings: 4 Here’s what you need…. For the Herb marinade:     Juice from 1 lemon     1 teaspoon olive … Continued

5 Breakfast Superfoods That Will Save Your Waistline

Are you a breakfast eater? There’s loads of conflicting research and opinions surrounding whether or not breakfast is the most important meal of day. While I’m not a nutritionist, my good friend Lori Kennedy RHN is.  She’s created the nutrition programs and recipes for my Challenge Fat Loss and 21 Day Challenge Diet Plan in … Continued

Easy Pork Chops

Lean cuts of pork are high in protein and low in fat. Add a side of veggies and you’ve got a clean meal that delivers all the right nutrients without waist-expanding carbs. Servings: 4 Here’s what you need…     2 apples, chopped     1 medium yellow onion, chopped     2 Tablespoons coconut oil     cinnamon … Continued

Pesto Spaghetti

Traditional spaghetti is loaded with carbohydrates, so try this squash spaghetti instead. With very few ingredients, this faux pasta has powerful flavor. You’ll love how the distinct flavor of fennel mingles with fresh pesto. Servings: 8 Here’s what you need…     1 spaghetti squash     2-3 cup basil leaves     2 Tablespoons pine nuts     … Continued

On-The-Go Ham Cups

Here’s a recipe for the perfect on-the-go energy food. Ham, broccoli and an egg combine for a tasty snack that’s packed with protein and fiber. Make a dozen and enjoy throughout your week. Servings: 12 Here’s what you need…     1 teaspoon olive oil     1 clove garlic, minced     1/2 yellow onion, chopped     … Continued

Turkey, Apple and Goat Cheese Omelet

Meals that are filled with protein and fat, like this omelet, help to curb between-meal cravings. Enjoy the unique flavor blend of turkey, apple, goat cheese and cinnamon. Servings: 2 Here’s what you need…     3 slices turkey bacon     1 small apple     dash of cinnamon     4 egg whites     2 whole eggs … Continued

Can I Eat a Big Dinner and Lose Weight?

It goes against everything you’ve been taught about dieting. In fact I hate the whole concept of ‘dieting’. If you’ve read anything I’ve ever written, including information about my own program, called ‘The 21 Day Challenge Diet‘ you’ll know that I’m not a big fan of diets in general or of just eating a ‘big … Continued

Women and Alcohol (the not so pretty picture)

Recent Australian research indicates that women over the age of 45 are the highest consumers of alcohol after the 18-25 year olds.  If you’re regularly consuming 2-3 glasses of wine more than 4 days a week, this could be you! Australia’s problem only?  Sorry, no. The Wall Street Journal recently ran this article: “Gallup pollsters … Continued

Healthy “Fried” Chicken

This recipe meets all 5 of the steps to a healthy dinner. By baking the chicken and using low-carb flours, this recipe has half of the calories and 80% less fat than traditional fried chicken. Serve with a side of vegetables and a salad. Servings: 6 Here’s what you need…     2 eggs     2 … Continued