I honestly do love healthy food. I’ll take a bowl of quinoa over pasta any day of the week. The problem for me, and many other people isn’t what I eat- it is how much I eat. Read: I have a problem with portion control! Even “bad” food isn’t that bad for you in small… Continue reading Portion Control Snacks
Tag: Healthy Eating
Grocery stores in Sacramento
Who doesn’t love a good sale? And grocery stores in Sacramento (and across the nation!) have some awesome deals. And what’s even better than finding a deal is sharing it with others! It feels great to let people know when there is a great deal on a healthy food item (which I love) at one of… Continue reading Grocery stores in Sacramento
Elixirs for Beginners
Have you tapped into the power of elixirs yet? If not, consider adding it to your to-do list, and your grocery list, too! Much like kombucha took off a few years ago (I’m a huge fan- My personal favorite is Health Aid Pomegranate), elixirs are making their way into more and more people’s homes and… Continue reading Elixirs for Beginners
Rescate Coffee
Rescate Coffee in Elk Grove has amazing drinks, friendly staff, and a vibe that makes you want to hang out there all day long. I tried it out for the first time earlier this week when I drove down to this beautiful coffee shop off of Elk Grove Blvd. Side Note: It only took me… Continue reading Rescate Coffee
How to Stop Produce from Going Bad
How do you stop produce from going bad in your fridge? I mean really, how much easier would life be if you could solve this riddle? Because no one is happy when they are reaching for that costly avocado and find it way past it’s prime. And just yesterday it was so firm,… Continue reading How to Stop Produce from Going Bad
Kale Power Smoothie
Kale Power Smoothie- you literally just feel healthier saying the name of this Sacramento-based company! And it’s not just talk. Their beautiful and delicious smoothies are chocked full of real superfoods. But beyond packing a nutritional punch, they also taste amazing. I know, because I’ve tried their different flavors and I’m completely hooked. … Continue reading Kale Power Smoothie
Skinny Matcha Latte
Skinny matcha lattes have it all. They are yummy, really good for you, and give you the perfect pick me up. Their downside? If you keep getting them at your local coffee shop you are spending a pretty penny for your healthy caffeine. And that’s if you can even find a skinny matcha latte. Most… Continue reading Skinny Matcha Latte
Collagen Peptides
Adding collagen peptides into your diet is a great way to take care of your body from the inside out. So what’s the deal with these collagen peptides and why do they seem to be popular all of the sudden? As you know, collagen is found in a lot of skin care products. … Continue reading Collagen Peptides
Cutting Calories While Injured
I’m not sure what’s worse- being injured or cutting calories while injured. As someone who loves food, it’s a total tossup. As I mentioned last week, I’m currently nursing a stress fracture I got while training for my upcoming marathon in June. Fortunately, I can still do some physical activity, like spin and strengthen… Continue reading Cutting Calories While Injured
healthy roasted veggies recipe
Having roasted veggies on hand is a huge help when you are cutting back on the calories. If you’re anything like me, one of the first things you want to do when you come home from work is head over to the fridge or cupboard for a little snack. It’s not that I need anything in… Continue reading healthy roasted veggies recipe