Collagen

05.21.2017

Collagen is the new “it” supplement. I’ve seen this stuff everywhere. Supermodels are calling it their secret supplement, bloggers are raving about it, and health professionals are using it in their practice. So… whats the sitch with this “in” supplement. I was scrolling through my insta feed the other day and saw a post from the Balanced …

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Banana Protein Pancakes

04.15.2017

Healthy pancakes DO exist! These are not the kind of pancakes you will find at your hometown diner. Heck, these aren’t even your average protein pancakes. These stacks are made with a simple and nutritious ingredients, but with an added twist! I was first introduced to protein pancakes when I was scrolling through my Instagram feed and I saw …

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L-U-V Avocado Toast

03.31.2017

Ever since I was a little girl singing and clapping to “Avocado, avocado is the name of the game” on the playground, I knew avocado ruled the world. Alright, confession time. When I was in elementary school clapping to that catchy tune, I had no idea what an avocado was. I didn’t even know what the color …

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Forget the Toast, Put that Butter in my Coffee!

03.15.2017

Coffee + Butter + Oil I’d consider myself the “Lorelai Gilmore of coffee”. I dare you to spot me without a cup of coffee in my hand! Over winter break, my friends and I decided to take the train into downtown Chicago and spend the day in the city. We started our trip at the Ogilvie Train …

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Coco For Coconuts

01.21.2017

Throwback to the 1970’s when all fat was demonized as an unhealthy source of calories. Now we say… …Well, sort of! My grandpa was given some advice regarding his diabetes. His doctor instructed him to avoid any food containing fat – including eggs and peanut butter. Every so often, my grandpa would treat himself with a spoonful of… …

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