7 Ways to Add Protein to Your Smoothie, with Real, Whole Foods
3 Things You Need for a Healthy Smoothie
Smoothies are a great way to start the day. They are incredibly easy to make, gentle on the digestive system and provide the body with nutrient dense, clean fuel. That is, if you use the right ingredients.
First things first, what ingredients should you be adding to your smoothie?
Three important things. Protein, healthy fats, and fiber.
But...this is only a winning combination if you use clean ingredients. And let’s be honest, I know you’ve looked at the ingredient labels on protein powders and thought to yourself, there’s an awful lot of ingredients in this powder, is it really healthy?
Protein powders are notoriously loaded with sugar and other junk ingredients that are absolutely, not necessary. You can literally get you protein fill from single sources using real, whole foods.
The Importance of Protein
So let’s talk a little more about protein. A healthy serving per meal is about 15 grams, which along with...
The 5 Step Meal Planning Framework
Healthy Eating Starts with a Plan
Healthy eating can seem like a daily battle when you have no idea what to eat, aren’t stocked with health supporting foods (grab my guide here) and don’t have the energy to prep something after a long day at work.
Instead of setting yourself up for failure, why not set yourself up for success? It all starts with your weekly meal plan and prep. And once you get in the groove, you can easily streamline the process and settle into better health, as a result of your fruitful labor.
So what should you do to ensure you eat healthy all week long?
Follow this 5 step framework for healthy eating success all week long.
The 5 Step Process to Healthy Eating Success
Step #1: Schedule a Recipe Inspiration Session (on your couch with a glass of natural wine)
It's quite easy to get stuck in a rut, about what to eat, each week. So why not get inspired, by setting aside some time to browse your favorite cookbooks,...