Brussels Sprouts. A vegetable full of fiber, vitamin A, vitamin C, potassium and calcium. I have a tasty recipe for you guys today (using this good-for-you vegetable)... it's citrusy and sweet. It takes no time to make, which makes it perfect for those nights when time is limited and the family is hungry. The maple and orange flavors go very nicely together...I think you’ll be pleased.  Enjoy this nutritious side dish!   Tools You’ll Need:        Small saucepan        Read more [...]

I never really liked mayonnaise. Like, ever! I used to swamp my sandwiches and French fries with either mustard or ketchup, buy NEVER in the world would you see me using mayo. Eww. “Who likes mayo? And, why?” These two questions would always come to mind whenever I saw mayonnaise. Just the thought about how awful French fries would taste when dipped in plain ol’ mayo, weirded me out completely.  I would then immediately force myself to stop thinking those thoughts, because otherwise, I Read more [...]

Those of you who follow me on Facebook know I am following a 3-month training program. This trainer is not your usual moderate program; this one is hard-core. I am lifting like a man, doing cardio twice a day, eating super clean foods and taking a few supplements every day (multi-vitamin, fish oil, l-carnitine, yohimbe, green tea, egg-white protein powder, and BCAAs). It is a big challenge, requiring a ton of dedication and a strong-will, and I am committed to it 100%. I did it last year with Read more [...]

Let me start by saying…HAPPY THANKSGIVING EVERYONE! I know some of you may not celebrate this holiday, since you may not be from the US or live in the US, but for those of you who do, I wish you nothing but a wonderful and joyful day! I highly, highly enjoy Thanksgiving J. What’s not to love? Having more time to sleep in, having family around the house, getting excited for lunch/dinner plans, and thinking of all the yummy food that awaits ahead. I’m smiling big right now. Today is the Read more [...]

People love mashed potatoes. This side dish is great to accompany steak with veggies, chicken, turkey, and even fish! It is also a Thanksgiving must; no dinner table on this holiday can be without a large mashed potatoes bowl and a big plate of gravy right by its side. Even though people love its taste, they don’t always like how it makes them feel afterwards: bloated, extra full and like you're carrying 3 extra pounds around with you no matter what you do. I have an easy solution for you...just Read more [...]

I have a surprise for you guys! You know how thanksgiving is in 7 days?! Well, I am going to post a Thanksgiving recipe each day till Thanksgiving! It is going to be a blast and you guys won't want to miss a post. This upcoming holiday doesn't have to be one where you're stuffed to the bone and you wish you wouldn't've eaten such a heavy meal. This Thanksgiving is going to be different; you can eat healthy foods that will leave you feeling light and 100% satisfied. To help you out and give Read more [...]

A Paleo Hummas Appetizer Recipe! Appetizers. What is it about them that attract us so much? Is it the fact that we get to share them with people? Is it that they are fun to eat, which is why sometimes they are referred as “finger food”?  Is it that it is an “easier” dish to put together? Or is it simply because people relate them to parties, get-togethers or dining out? Whatever the reason may be people of all ages love these finger-licking-good dishes. I know I do! And lots! There Read more [...]

Paleo Breakfast. Yum! In my opinion, there is nothing better than breakfast foods. I love the weekends because my honey and I get to go on breakfast/brunch dates and order all sorts of yummy goodies (usually Paleo approved…but sometimes I do splurge a little and get myself a menu item that is not so Paleo…shh!). It’s such a wonderful time; we’ll order coffee and get some good hours of conversation in. Currently, we are hooked on breakfast potatoes. They are filled with delicious spices Read more [...]

Kids often get asked “what’s your favorite color?” or “what’s your favorite food?” Well, as a child when I was asked what my favorite food was, I responded with an innocent voice: “artichokes”. No joke. It was hands down my favorite thing to eat; in my mind it was ten times better than pizza, hamburgers, ice-cream…it beat them all! I was a great eater. Any mother wished they had me as their own child when it came to eating well. I would like all meals and lick the plate clean Read more [...]

I’ve been active on various social channels and I’ve found a common need amongst various Paleo followers: the need for more easy-to-make side dish recipes. People want something easy, something that is not a salad, and something that requires few ingredients yet still remains delicious and exciting. I would like to dedicate this post to them (and you!) and provide a simple and quick side dish.  You will need few ingredients (some of you might be able to find these already in your kitchen, Read more [...]