12 Sources of Plant Proteins When asked where they get their protein, most people will site animal products. Some might even say spinach, if they are old enough to remember the “Popeye” cartoon. Otherwise, beyond animal products and spinach, most people are at a loss for where they can find protein. The simple truth is, protein is
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Tropcial Green Protein Smoothie: This simple tropical green smoothie has 25 grams of plant-based protein, for those of you who like to count your macros. Personally, I focus more on eating clean whole foods, than on counting calories, protein, carbs and fat. Nutrient-density should be your nutrition focus–when you eat nutrient dense, you eat more fruit, veg,
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Oatmeal with Nuts and Flax: My favorite on a cool fall morning, This simple recipe has a whopping 15 grams of plant-based protein, for those of you who need to know your macros. Make it 30 grams by replacing some of the oatmeal with plant-based protein powder. (See ProTip below). Personally, I don’t count calories or macros,
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Lentil Soup with Avocado Lentils are a great source of protein, omegas, and fiber. Adding lentils to any soup will boost the nutrition substantially. They are easy to cook and delicious! This simple soup boasts 64 grams of protein in the pot. It makes 4-6 servings. If serving 4, each serving has approximately 16 grams of protein.
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Benefits of Nightime Intermittant Fasting for Healthy Aging and Hormone Balance Part of your hormone balance, healthy lifestyle, and healthy aging plan should include intermittent fasting. Studies show that: skipping a few meals, waiting longer in-between meals, and having a lower calorie meal day (about 500 calories in 24 hours) once a week–each help with improving the
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Sweet Corn Summer Salad I love summer corn–especially sweet corn. This is a fun summer salad to share with family and friends. It takes less than 30 minutes to make, and is consumed even faster! I spent a few summers picking corn from my friend’s gradfather’s corn field. At the end of the day, he would pay
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Bing Cherry, Almond and Quinoa Salad I love bing cherries! Every since I was little, and would pick the cherries from my grandpa’s trees every summer, they have been a special favorite summer fruit for me. I used to collect pounds of cherries, and then sell them by the pound, door-to-door to earn money, pulling the brown
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Watermelon Slushy I love summer slashes–and this is a healthy alternative to the traditional iced cones or snow-cones. I like to freeze these and make them into healthy popsicles–when I do this, I add chunks of strawberries to the molds for a fun fruity appearance. Ingredients: 2 c Strawberries 1 lemon, peeled, and sliced 3 c watermelon
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Watermelon Salad A nice way to cool off in the summer! Cool watermelon, paired with strawberries–delicious! Ingredients: 2 c strawberries, quartered 2 c watermelon, cubed 1/2 c feta cheese, crumbled 1/4 c mint leaves, chopped and diced 1 T apple cider vinegar Directions: Plate strawberries and watermelon, Drizzle with a little apple cider vinegar Top with feta
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Avocado Cucumber Soup Avocados are a natural source of healthy omega fatty acids, essential for brain and heart health. And cucumbers are great for cleansing, detoxification and beautifying the skin. Add them together in a meal, and it’s a delicious way to nourish your body. Ingredients: 3 cups water 2 avocados 1 green bell pepper 1
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