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Chia seed pudding is a light breakfast that actually packs a protein punch! Chia seeds are a complete protein, meaning that they contain sufficient quantities of all nine essential amino acids required for humans. While animal proteins are complete proteins, very few plant sources are, making chia seeds a super special seed. The Recipe For
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I first encountered this recipe at a cafe near my hotel in Raleigh, NC. It was so tasty I just had to recreate it when I got home. It’s highly portable and makes a great, filling breakfast at any time of year. Feel free to switch up the toppings based on what you have and
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This simple but delicious smoothie is sure to become a go-to. The banana and blueberry complement each other well. You could even sneak in some spinach or kale if you were feeling the need for veggies. Or just enjoy it as is. As my coach used to say, KYSS (Keep Your Smoothies Simple)…or something like
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When it comes to acai bowls, in my experience it’s all about the toppings. This combination is a classic but can be modified based on what you have and are in the mood for. That’s the beauty of acai bowls! The Recipe To Blend: 1/2 frozen banana 1 cup blueberries 1.5 tsp acai powder 1
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Sophie Egan’s book How to Be a Conscious Eater: Making Food Choices that are Good for You, Others, and the Planet is a necessary education for anyone that eats in America. It helps you be more informed about what you put on your plate and what you see in stores. Walking down a grocery aisle
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Celebrate the star fruit of summer with this bright and fresh smoothie. The oats give it a nice heartiness that is sure to sustain you throughout the day. The Recipe To Blend: 1 peach 1/2 banana 1/8 cup oats 1/2 tbsp chia seeds 1/2 cup almond milk To Top: 1/2 peach 1/4 cup granola Why
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This tasty, hearty breakfast is sure to brighten your morning while also fueling you for whatever you get up to today. The protein powder in the oats also makes it extra thick and creamy. The Recipe In the Oatmeal: 1/2 cup Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free Old Fashioned Oats 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp vanilla
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As a kid, I used to attend a dry-land training camp in the summers for ski racing. The program was all about fitness, nutrition, and goal setting. We were literally running by six every morning then too! One of the best parts of the camp was going into the kitchen to make their (at the
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Cherry, cherry in my smoothie? Kinda scary. Took a risk and it paid off big time! This bowl, slightly modified from Lily Kunin’s Good Clean Food is tasty and packed with nutrients. The Recipe To Blend: 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk 1/2 cup blueberries 1/4 cup cherries 1 tbsp almond butter 1/2 tbsp maca root
Alexa Murray 