Healthy Eats: Open Face Sandwich
There is no need to only eat broccoli and chicken when you are eating clean. Why not make a gourmet open face sandwich and really impress a lunch guest? My mom was coming over for lunch one afternoon and I wanted to serve something that was within my Check Total Health meal plan but I also […]
Healthy Eats: Cilantro Salmon
Fresh herbs can take bland to bold with almost no effort required. Snazz up your fish by adding chopped fresh herbs to it before broiling and voila: Cilantro Salmon is born! Buy your fresh or frozen salmon and pat dry before placing on a tinfoil lined baking sheet. Season salmon with salt, pepper and garlic […]
Healthy Eats: Parmesan Mushrooms
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, make your vegetables taste good and it won’t be hard to eat them! Parmesan is very low calorie and fat for a cheese so it won’t ruin your day to have a little and mushrooms provide a ton of health benefits…put them together and you’ll have […]
The Best “Diet” Out There
DASH, Paleo, Weight Watchers, Atkins, The Zone, Jenny Craig, South Beach, Nutrisystem, Mediterranean, Beverly Hills…I mean the list of different diets out there goes on and on and on! These are just some examples of the most popular ones and absurd “fad” diets. I mean come on…the Beverly Hills diet??? Give me a break! Is […]
Healthy Eats: Sugar Snap Pea Salad
I stand by what I said in Healthy Eats: Grilled Vegetables, people burn out on veggie eating because they can be bland and boring if not prepared right. The next time you find yourself done with foods that are green, consider making this roasted Sugar Snap Pea Salad and turning your loathsome feeling into that […]
Healthy Eats: Pumpkin Bread
Oh the smell of fall! You know what I’m talking about, pumpkin pie, pumpkin cookies, pumpkin bread, anything pumpkin! Now you can have a fall time favorite with half the guilt! Prepare this homemade pumpkin bread and have it for your breakfast carb or your post workout carb, and not just during FALL, have it […]
Healthy Eats: Turkey Meatballs
A hearty dinner can put a smile on anyone’s face. Sometimes all you need is a little Italian love from the kitchen, but can you have the hearty while still being healthy? With these Turkey Meatballs..you sure can! Using 93/7 ground turkey, season with garlic powder and Italian seasoning. Form large (baseball sized) balls with […]
Healthy Eats: Watermelon Avocado Salad
When you think of summer, do you think of watermelon? I sure do! The Watermelon Avocado Salad is possibly the most refreshing side dish you could pair with your grilled chicken for a perfect summertime dinner! And it is so easy which we LOVE! Chop watermelon, avocado and a little tomato if you have it. Squeeze […]
Healthy Eats: Crispy Beef Lettuce Cups
The next time you’re craving PF Changs, save yourself 1000+ calories and opt to prepare Crispy Beef Lettuce Cups at home instead. By using healthy ingredients and measuring your carb (rice) and meat portion before assembling the crispy beef lettuce cups, you’ll be sure to stay on track with your Check Total Health meal plan. […]
Healthy Eats: Tropical Snapper & Roasted Carrots
Summer is here and this recipe for tropical snapper & roasted carrots will remind you of sunshine and waterside dining. Use fresh or frozen snapper, seasoned lightly with salt and pepper. Broil in the oven for 10-12 minutes. Serve on top a bed of brown or white rice. Top with tropical salsa and toasted coconut […]
