The One Appliance Your Kitchen is Missing

I’m not someone who loves to spend all day in the kitchen. When I started cooking with an Instant Pot, it changed meal planning for me. Read more about why I think every kitchen needs an Instant Pot and a super simple recipe you can try tonight!

So I LOVE to cook, (sometimes… lol)

I love the finished product and the feeling that comes from preparing healthy dishes for my family (and knowing what they are putting in their bodies!)

But there are times that I’m just not excited to hit the kitchen and do the meal prep and the cooking. read more

How To Eat Enough Protein Without Meat

We all know how important protein is for building muscles, staying full, boosting our metabolism. However, many of us struggle to eat enough protein each day because we don’t love eating a ton of meat. I’m sharing my tips of How to eat enough protein without eating a lot of meat.

I was never a huge meat eater… and it wasn’t really on purpose. I just tended to eat more carbs (even healthy ones) but I realized how important protein really was for my health and weight loss goals. read more

High Protein Brownies

This is a super yummy and easy high protein brownies recipe that even your pickiest eaters will love.

Angela of Grassfed Mama shares healthy tips for busy moms.
Angela of Grassfed Mama shares healthy tips for busy moms.

I don’t know about you… but I have a weakness for brownies.

I mean… come on.

Warm, melt-y Chocolate… Who wouldn’t want to eat that!?!

With fall approaching, I really wanted to get in the kitchen and make some brownies for the whole family to enjoy. Because I want my girls to learn some healthy recipes and tips, I thought this would be a great recipe to try!

After a morning playing at the Children’s Museum, we could all go for a great snack. I loved that this was easy (not many ingredients) and they girls loved helping me mix in everything with my stand mixer. read more

Foods That Cleanse

In our modern world, our bodies are constantly bombarded with toxins from various sources, including processed foods, environmental pollutants, and stress. These toxins can accumulate in our system and have a negative impact on our overall health and well-being. That’s why it’s crucial to support our body’s natural detoxification processes by incorporating foods that cleanse and help eliminate these harmful substances. In this blog post, we will explore 20 of the best foods that cleanse and aid in detoxification. By including these foods in your diet, you can give your body the support it needs to detoxify and thrive. read more

5 Tips to Lose Belly Fat

Here are 5 Tips to lose belly fat if you want to target your results and start losing weight.

ditch your sugar cravings
ditch your sugar cravings

All of us carry our weight differently.

I know that for me, I tend to gain weight below my waist first… but then slowly my waistline starts expanding too.

When I was pregnant… I developed diastasis recti (a gap between the abdomen muscles), I was limited to the exercises I could do to flatten my stomach. Then, with my second pregnancy my diastsis got worse… ouch!

I was beginning to lose my self confidence. My clothes didn’t fit exactly right. I didn’t feel like myself at all. read more

Why You are Not Losing Weight While Breastfeeding

You hear it all the time when you are pregnant “the weight will just melt off when your breastfeed.” However, for some of us, this is just not the case. We are the ones who are not losing weight while breastfeeding.

You may think that you are doing something wrong since your doctor, your friends, magazines, books all tell you that the weight should be going away if you are breastfeeding. There are some real reasons why some of us just don’t “melt” away.

FREE: How To Lose Weight While Nursing Guide

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Here are some reasons why you are NOT losing weight while breastfeeding:

Hormones

It is no secret that while you are pregnant and breastfeeding your hormones are very active. Prolactin, the hormone responsible for milk production, also increases your appetite. Prolactin remains extremely high during the first 6 months. This hormone can prevent weight loss and even cause weight gain according to this study.  This article explains that prolactin reduces the bodies metabolism of fat… so your body really is holding on to that weight. read more

Cucumber Tomato Avocado Relish

This Cucumber Tomato Avocado Relish is the perfect addition to my salmon cake recipe.

Salmon Cake Spinach Salad

I’ve shared previously with you my Waffle Iron Salmon Cake recipe using coconut flour like  Bob’s Red Mill Organic Coconut Flour.

Today I’m going to share an awesome relish that goes perfectly with the Salmon Cakes (or burgers or grilled chicken… the uses are endless!)

Cucumber Tomato Avocado Relish

This relish is a great compliment because of all the textures and flavors it adds to any dish.

The cucumber adds a nice crunch with a clean fresh flavor. read more

4 Tips for Cooking with Glucomannan

Welcome to my low carb kitchen, where we’re about to embark on a cooking adventure that not only can help with creating tasty low carb recipes but also caters to a healthier lifestyle. Today, our focus is on the versatile and low-carb superhero – glucomannan. I’m sharing my 4 tips for cooking with glucomannan to save you time and hassle!

If you’re looking to add a dash of creativity to your cooking routine while keeping things mindful of your wellness goals, you’re in the right place. Join us as we dive into the world of cooking with glucomannan, unraveling tips and tricks that will elevate your low-carb game. From crafting satisfying meals to whipping up delectable desserts, get ready to infuse your culinary creations with the magic of this unique ingredient. Let’s turn the ordinary into extraordinary, one glucomannan recipe at a time! read more

Top Glucomannan Recipes

 

Top Glucomannan Recipes

Are you tired of sacrificing your health and waistline for quick and easy meals? Well, we’ve got a game-changer for you: Glucomannan! This natural, low-carb ingredient is the secret to guilt-free indulgence in your favorite dishes. Whether you’re following a keto diet or just looking for healthier options, we’ve got you covered with delicious Glucomannan recipes that will satisfy your cravings without derailing your goals. Get ready to enjoy all your favorite comfort foods without the guilt – let’s dive into the world of low-carb cooking with Glucomannan! read more

Summer Broccoli Salad

Summer Broccoli Salad

Summer is finally on its way! We are having a neighborhood cookout today to celebrate the warmer weather and longer days. I wanted to bring something somewhat healthy, because it is so easy to bring something unhealthy to parties and celebrations.

This is one of my favorite salads. Broccoli Salad filled with vegetables and satisfying cheese and dressing – yum!

This may be a crossover because of the carbs from the raisins, but it is still lower in carbs than most salads (and you could drop the raisins of course!). My mom used to buy this salad at the grocery store, then we learned how to make it ourselves. read more