A fruit-packed smoothie like this one can be a great breakfast or between-meals option. According to a 2012 study, thick drinks help you feel full longer-so the creamy mango and dense, protein-rich Greek yogurt will keep you satisfied until mealtime. Plus, the ground flax contains healthy fats.
Recipe by Alison Kent Ingredients 1¼ cups (300 mL) each whole-wheat flour and all-purpose flour¼ cup (50 mL) poppy seeds1 tsp (5 mL) baking powder1 tsp (5 mL) baking soda½ tsp (2 mL) salt¾ cup (175 mL) butter, softened1¼ cups (300 mL) granulated sugar or organic evaporated cane juice2 eggs3 tbsp (45 mL) finely grated lemon zest3 tbsp (45 mL) fresh lemon juice 1 tsp (5 mL) vanilla extract11/3 cups (325 mL) buttermilk1 cup (250 mL) icing sugar Light and lemony and with a sweet and simple glaze, this Bundt-style cake is the ideal dessert complement to coffee or tea.
Your dietary choices directly or indirectly affect your health. In order to stay fit, one must opt for nutritious food. If you think that preparing wholesome dishes is not a piece of cake, then you are wrong. You'd be surprised to know that you can cook them at home with ease that too without spending a lot of time in your kitchen.
It feels super good to be back at CrossFit this week. We did a heavy set of squats before the WOD on Monday and Eric and I are still sore!! Yesterday morning Eric and I went on a quick 2.5 mile run together around the neighborhood.
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Ingredients 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) whole wheat flour1/2 cup (125 mL) SPLENDA® No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated1 tsp (5 mL) baking powder1 tsp (5 mL) baking soda1 tsp (5 mL) ground cinnamon1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt1/2 tsp (2 mL) ground nutmeg1/4 tsp (1 mL) ground cloves1 egg1 3/4 cup (430
Ingredients 1 cup (250 mL) chopped rhubarb, fresh or frozen1 cup (250 mL) strawberries, fresh or frozen1 small banana1 cup (250 mL) unsweetened almond beverage1/2 tsp (2 mL) vanilla extractCouple of ice cubes (Note: if using frozen fruit, skip the ice cubes) Directions Blend all ingredients until smooth. Nutritional information Serves two.
Try this healthy baked avocado and egg recipe for breakfast to satisfy hunger and boost your energy throughout the day.
By Paul Finkelstein Ingredients 100g 70% dark chocolate1-1/2cups (375 mL) low-fat fruit-and-nut granola cereal*12 raspberries1 tsp (5 mL) icing sugar * For example, Dorset Cereals Granola Cherry & Almond, or Kimberley's Own Original Blend Directions Place chocolate in a medium-sized stainless steel bowl.
Ingredients 1 cup (250 mL) brewed green tea, chilled1 cup (250 mL) fresh or frozen mango chunks1/2 cup (125 mL) low-fat vanilla yogurt2 Tbsp (30 mL) fresh lime juiceHandful of ice Directions Blend all ingredients together. Nutritional information Serves two.