How to Make Canned Soup More Nutritious – Easy Health Boosts!

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December is always a hectic time of year for me. This year it’s been compounded by extra worries and stress, and likely for you too! I am constantly reminding myself that eating well by focusing on nourishing food (and not just holiday junk) is so important for my sports performance and overall well-being.Easy Upgrades to Make Canned Soup More Nutritiious

 

It may sound almost contradictory, but I like to stock my pantry with canned soups ensure that I have a healthy, quick meal just minutes away, no matter what. No shame in the canned soup game, read on to find out some easy nutrition boosts for canned soup – and any other type of shelf-stable convenience soup from carton, jar, or pouch.

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Gym Bag Essentials for “Anywhere” Summer Workouts

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I live for summer workouts, the weather is beautiful, my schedule is looser and the opportunity for adventure is virtually unlimited. That’s why I always keep my gym bag packed and stowed in the car, ready to accommodate my every workout whim – whether that be hitting the trail for a run, taking on the turf for an impromptu boot camp, jumping in the lake for a paddle board session or any other fitness fun I can dream up.

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Take a peek to find out what’s actually inside my workout bag including all of my gym bag essentials for anywhere summer workouts:

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Keto and Low Carb Survival Guide for Holiday Parties

Cheese boards, fruit trays, charcuterie, sweet and salty snacks– oh my! To many of us, a smorgasbord of holiday party snacks is an invitation to over indulge  . . . ‘tis the season, fa, la, la!  To others, especially those trying to be mindful of a low-carb lifestyle or weight-loss diet (like keto, paleo, etc.), just the sight of a high-carb, high-calorie food fest turns the mood from happy to high stress.  beef charcuterie cheeseboard - paleo, keto and low carb options   But fear not, you can still treat yourself to a night of delicious nibbling and drink by following these diet-friendly and low-carb tips that are much less naughty and way more nice. Read on for my low carb and keto holiday snack tips! Continue reading

Six Ways to Step Up Your Fitness Eco-Ninja Game

Do you consider yourself skilled, stealthy and smart at your chosen sport(s), or at least making forward progress on a fitness journey?  Whether you are racing through an obstacle course, balancing upside-down on a yoga mat, lifting heavy things or chasing small kids around (a workout in itself), there are always ways to step up your game in a way that benefits the planet.

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Throw Dad a Backyard Grill Out (with Steak) in 30 Minutes or Less!

Your King of the Grill deserves a break this Father’s Day, so why not throw dad a backyard bash (with steak) in 30 minutes or less?! It’s time for him to retire his tongs, and let you take over – even if only once a year. Don’t worry, I’ve got a fast, fail-proof plan to pull off a meaty, mouth-watering, memory-making celebration that will leave you plenty of time to kick back and relax on the patio with pops!How to Throw Dad a Backyard Bash (with Steak) in 30 Minutes or Less

Read on to get the game plan, the easy no-recipe recipes, and other tips. Continue reading