Workout Wednesday: Fit Tips

I figured I would share some of the things that I do that help keep me fit and healthy. While, working out is important to do so is eating right. Recently, I have found out that I am allergic to soy. This has made things a little more complicated but it is also making me more aware of the things I am eating and what they have in them. Since, soy or soy lecithin is in pretty much any item that is supposed to be able to sit on a supermarket shelf I have to eat more organic or freshly prepared meals. This allergy means I don't get too many cheat meals like ice cream, M&Ms, or candy bars. Yes, you read that correctly ice cream and M&Ms both of these usually contain soy. Anyway, one of the easiest ways to stay on track with eating healthy is too be prepared. I try to cook my meals for the week on Sunday night that way I will have them ready when I get hungry. This seems to be the most effective way for people to eat healthy. This is very effective because you can also have them already portioned out for each day in order to make sure you are getting the proper nutrition from all your major food groups. An easy recipe to make ahead and have in the fridge are Stuffed Bell Peppers. These keep you full with the added bonus of providing you with some of your daily servings of grains, vegetables, and protein. Check out the recipe for the Stuffed Bell Peppers here.  Happy Wednesday!

 

Lots of Love,  Natalie

Week/Weekend Favorites

I have enjoyed seeing these Dandelions after class and work everyday this week. They bring some much life into my home and a smile to my face. Their yellow color is so vibrant that it is hard not to love them. They were extra enjoyable yesterday since it was a gloomy rainy day.

Since, I had some lean ground turkey meat in my fridge I decided would be perfect for these Skinnytaste Stuffed Bell Peppers. While I had made before I decided it was time to make them again. Also, the best part is you can even make them in a Crock-Pot to make them even easier. If you are interested in the recipe it can be found here. I like to add yellow corn and black beans. Also it is just as yummy without the rice.

As you read yesterday we adopted this sweet three year old Shih Tzu that we named Benji for my grandmother. I am so happy for this cute addition to the family. They are getting along great, I believe they will be perfect together.

 For those of you that do not already know I LOVE candles. I really am happy with a simple amazing smelling candle. They just make the house so warm and cozy feeling. There is a store here in Starkville called Aspen Bay. They have the best candles and even a warehouse here. Once a year they have a tent sale which is absolutely amazing! There candles are usually around $30 each but at the tent sale they are all $6-$8. How could a girl pass up that great sale!

I will be heading home today for the weekend. I will get to enjoy spending time with my parents and of course my precious dog Mozart! I am anticipating lovely warm weather, hopefully I will get to lay out and enjoy it. It will also be nice to have the weekend off from work! See you Monday now time to relax!

 

 

Lots of Love,  Natalie

Ground Turkey Recipes

I have some Ground Turkey in my fridge that I am dying to use to make some yummy new dishes. While, I have made the first one (Stuffed Red Bell Peppers) which were extremely good I cannot wait to try to make the next two (Stuffed Zucchini boats & Greek Turkey Meatballs). All of these recipes are from Skinnytaste.com which has great healthy recipes. Don't worry I will be posting about these recipes and letting you know what I personally thought about them. Keep checking in!

 

Lots of Love,  Natalie