by Tanya | Feb 12, 2014 | Healthy Lifestyle, Nutrition
I first saw this recipe in Shape magazine and have modified it. They’re a little “sticky” so not so easy to eat on the go, but they’re nutrient packed and yummy! INGREDIENTS 1 cup wild blueberries 1 cup natural peanut butter 1 cup local honey...
by Tanya | Feb 10, 2014 | Healthy Lifestyle, Nutrition
I love to eat, but I don’t like to cook. I do it because I like to eat, but if the recipe is too complicated or takes too long – I’ll find something else to eat. This is a little recipe that seriously takes about 30 minutes to prep, cook, and be...
by Tanya | Feb 6, 2014 | Functional Training, Healthy Lifestyle
Up here in the Northeast, we have had SEVERAL snow days this winter. There is no disputing that Old Man Winter is HERE! Yesterday we had approximately 10″ of fresh, white, fluffy snow fall mixed in with some freezing rain. Shoveling was a necessity, but a...
by Tanya | Jan 28, 2014 | Healthy Lifestyle, Nutrition
Growing up in rural upstate NY, food was quite basic. There wasn’t much diversity or ethnic cuisine. My idea of soup was what came out of a can! Oh my how things have changed!! Now I make my own soups! This is a simple and hearty lentil soup recipe for you to...
by Tanya | Jan 27, 2014 | Healthy Lifestyle, Nutrition
For the most part, people know that they need to eat a balanced diet. What exactly that balanced diet looks like is less clear. For today, let’s talk about proteins, fats, and carbohydrates. All three are vital components of your balanced diet. Proteins are a...
by Tanya | Jan 21, 2014 | Healthy Lifestyle, Nutrition
Those of you who know me, know that I LOVE STRONG coffee! Not just coffee, but REALLY STRONG coffee with a seriously robust taste! The caffeine kick is nice too, but I LOVE the taste! People wonder if it’s “ok” to drink coffee and how much is “ok”. Let me tell you...