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• Guest Post – Spinach and Artichoke Topped Chicken

  

  I would like to thank my blogger friend Meredith for today’s guest post – great tips and recipe! Tips for Eating Well This Spring Now that spring has... Read more

  Posted on 10 April 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• April is Soy Month – Give-a-way!

  

  I was asked to help promote Soy Month by giving away WestSoy Milk & Soy Joy Bars. One person who leaves a comment can be entered to win coupons to try thes... Read more

  Posted on 04 April 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• Leftover Ham Dilemma? More Mac & Cheese with Chipotle Mustard

  

  I love macaroni and cheese – and I especially love ham macaroni & cheese with leftover Easter Ham! This is a version of mine that I make that my family... Read more

  Posted on 02 April 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• Top 10 of My Favorite Low Calorie Muffins!

  

  Muffins are one of my all time favorite breakfasts. Before I started this blog and switching to a more healthy eating plan, there was a bakery on my way to... Read more

  Posted on 31 March 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• 10 of My Favorite Soups – All Low in Calories & Great for Weight Loss!

  

  Why is it still so cold in Chicago people! It has been in the teens and with wind chills in the single digits – not fair!! I know many people who are still in... Read more

  Posted on 23 March 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• Great Biggest Loser Finale!

  

  So the season finale was last night and it’s by far my favorite episode of the season. I not only like to see who will win – BUT – how did the people do at... Read more

  Posted on 19 March 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• Way Better Snacks!

  

  So remember how I was complaining that there weren’t any snacks I could eat that were somewhat healthy – and I wanted to give them up? Well, I came home from... Read more

  Posted on 10 March 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• No Chips for You!

  

  One thing I’ve read over and over about making lifestyle changes stick, is you can’t change everything all at once. If you make gradual changes – it won’t seem... Read more

  Posted on 06 March 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• So Lucky – FOOD TV – Jeff Mauro – Burger Boss – Sandwich King

  

  Last week I got a call from a friend of mine who owns 2 restaurants in my town – Cucina Paradiso and Burger Boss. He told me that the FOOD TV network was going... Read more

  Posted on 01 March 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• Sweet Potato Breakfast Hash

  

  The only way I’ve tried sweet potatoes ever is at a restaurant where they served fried sweet potato fries…and I’ve only had that once. Other than that I’ve... Read more

  Posted on 28 February 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• How Was Your Weekend?

  

  I spent a portion of my Saturday volunteering for the Illinois Restaurant Association’s Pro-Start program. What is Pro-Start? It’s an organization that mentors... Read more

  Posted on 26 February 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• Breakfast Bread Bowl – Pretty Awesome Breakfast for 335 Calories

  

  Holy cow my breakfast was delish today! I had an idea about taking a soft roll, cutting off the top, scooping out the inside bread and filling it with veggies,... Read more

  Posted on 21 February 2013 HEALTHY LIVING

• Kretschmer Wheat Germ Coupons to Try It FREE & More Koo-Dohz!

  

  I usually have a jar of wheat germ in my house – it’s a great ingredient to add in baked goods like muffins and pancakes, or you can add to to a smoothie, or... Read more

  Posted on 20 February 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• Finally Made Granola Bars That Worked!!! (and Are Amazingly Delicious!)

  

  I can’t tell you how many times I have attempted to make granola bars and I end up with???? Granola! I’ve tried recipes that baked them, some you put in the... Read more

  Posted on 16 February 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• Jerk Chicken Over Egg Noodles with Roasted Cauliflower

  

  The dinner I made the other night turned out so good – and I didn’t think it would be that great, so I didn’t even take a picture of it! Read more

  Posted on 15 February 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• New Way Easier Way to Cook Brown Rice – Lime and Cilantro Brown Rice

  

  A few weekends ago I mentioned I made Chipotle from home, which of course included trying to make their lime and cilantro rice which is so good. I’ve always mad... Read more

  Posted on 14 February 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• Koo-Dohz!

  

  Last week I mentioned how I am wearing a weight loss motivational bracelet called Koo-dohz. I started the week out great and continued to have a great weekend. Read more

  Posted on 13 February 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• Who Wants to Try Nasoya Pasta Zero?

  

  Many years ago – I was super exited when I saw there were noodles out there that were almost calorie free. My excitement about being able to eat “pasta” every... Read more

  Posted on 09 February 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• A Surprisingly Great Soup! Turkey Kielbasa Vegetable Soup

  

  I’ve made this soup twice already and it is so easy and quick to make for a weeknight dinner. I frequently buy turkey kielbasa, but if I were to just feature... Read more

  Posted on 07 February 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• Motivation

  

  Now that it’s February and the hype of the January 1st – “I’m going to lose weight this year” is wearing off, it’s a good time to set some new goals to keep... Read more

  Posted on 05 February 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION