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Month: December 2021

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5 Ways to Spice Up Your Holidays

December 27, 2021

Let’s face it the holidays can be a doozy when it comes to calories!  It’s dark earlier in the day, there’s a chill in the air, we crave comfort food and desserts are in abundance.  Things are glazed, salted and drizzled every time you turn around.  It’s not to say you can’t enjoy some of… Read More 5 Ways to Spice Up Your Holidays

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5 Things TO Eat This Holiday Season

December 19, 2021

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays are phrases you frequently hear this time of year. They bring joy and cheer, but unfortunately you also hear a lot of these phrases this time of year: “Don’t eat that!” “Only take one bite!” “That’s loaded with calories so you better run 10 miles today if you’re going to… Read More 5 Things TO Eat This Holiday Season

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A Woman’s Guide to Holiday Party Eating

December 12, 2021

If you’re like this social, party-going dietitian, you are likely at a holiday party, family gathering or co-worker function almost every night until Christmas! FINALLY! And quite frankly you might just keep the trend going into New Year’s too. This is a time of year to celebrate, splurge some and enjoy your family and friends,… Read More A Woman’s Guide to Holiday Party Eating

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5 Christmas Shopping Eating Essentials

December 5, 2021

Christmas is upon us! The hustle and bustle of the holidays has begun and will continue for weeks to come. Your evening and weekends will likely be full of lots of shopping, darting here and there and rushing around to get all of those special “somethings” for the people near and dear to your heart!… Read More 5 Christmas Shopping Eating Essentials

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    We are nearing summertime which means we are getti We are nearing summertime which means we are getting closer to the heat! Hydration is of the utmost importance during the summer months since we often sweat more. While drinking plenty of water is the best way to stay hydrated, it doesn’t have to be boring. Check out my 5 Flavor-Spiked Waters for a flavorful way to keep your cool this summer:
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Each recipe is for 16 oz water:
🍓Lime & Strawberry: 2 slices of lime + 2 sliced strawberries

🥒Cucumber & Mint: 4 slices cucumber + 3 mint leaves

🍊Ginger & Orange: 2 slices of orange + 2 thin slices fresh ginger

🍋Strawberry, Basil & Lemon: 2 slices lemon + 2 sliced strawberries + 2 basil leaves

🥭Mango & Raspberry: ¼ cup cubed mango + 2 tbsp raspberries
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Which flavor of water do you like best?
    We all love going out to eat. As sports players or We all love going out to eat. As sports players or athletes we may even have to travel often for meets or games. It can be tough to navigate those menus when you are trying to stay on track. Check out today’s post for some eating swaps that will keep you on your game!
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Want more tips like this? Go to the link in my bio and check out The Sports Nutrition Playbook 📱
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    It’s I love Reese’s Day and being a self-procl It’s I love Reese’s Day and being a self-proclaimed peanut butter lover this day is absolutely perfect for Amy's Effortless Eats. This one is a little more involved but it is well worth the minimal effort. Check out my Homemade Peanut Butter Cups:
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Homemade Peanut Butter Cup = 3.5 oz melted chocolate + ½ cup peanut butter + 1 tbsp agave nectar or maple syrup + 2 tsp flour
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In a lined mini muffin tin pour half of the melted chocolate into 9 of the molds. Use the back of a spoon to paint the chocolate up the sides a bit. Mix together peanut butter, flour and agave or maple syrup. Divide peanut butter mixture among the 9 molds. Top each with the remaining melted chocolate. Let sit in the freezer for 10 minutes. Remove from the molds and enjoy!
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Are you a peanut butter cup lover?
    I think it’s fair to say we all want to be stron I think it’s fair to say we all want to be strong physically, mentally and emotionally! And the reality is, that starts with a strong, healthy body. We’ve all been told that milk helps you build strong bones, which is true, but did you know that dairy foods like milk, cheese and yogurt can help strengthen way more than that?!

Checkout all the ways nutrient-rich dairy foods can help you build strong muscle, a strong gut and a strong immune system!
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    The last few weeks of May are full of celebrations The last few weeks of May are full of celebrations from graduations to end-of-school parties to prom to field day. No matter the age, partying is going on! It’s a time to celebrate the school year’s completion and get ready for summer, free time and vacation. What’s not to be excited about?!
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However, whether you are a kid, a teacher or a parent, partying usually means lots of food, lots of sugar and thus lots of added calories. Now hear me out, you don't want to be the party-pooper mom or teacher and bring veggies to the party, but there are some things you can do to lighten and freshen up any gathering. Check out my 5 quick pleasers for your partying people in my newest blog post at link in bio!
    Planning to be outdoors this weekend? This time of Planning to be outdoors this weekend? This time of year is perfect for outside activities! It’s time for outdoor sports, walks in the park, hikes, and of course, picnics! 
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Picnics don’t have to be all prepackaged foods and treats. They can actually be very healthy and satisfying to keep you going on all your outdoor activities.
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Check out today’s post for 5 tips on how to pack a healthy picnic!
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