Posts by Amelia Frost
Turkey-Stuffed Bell Peppers
Ground turkey substitutes for beef nicely in these stuffed peppers that can serve as a light dinner, satisfying lunch or side dish. With less than 345 calories and 33 grams of protein this is one high-protein dish. Active time: 15 minutes Total time: 45 minutes Easy Turkey-Stuffed Peppers Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil 1 lb…
Read MoreAsian-Inspired Chicken Salad With Sesame Dressing
Not your ordinary salad, this recipe makes a huge salad with pops of flavor to keep things interesting. Crunchy snow peas and cabbage mingle with rotisserie chicken and a creamy-tangy Asian-inspired dressing, while segments of juicy mandarin orange add sweetness. With 38 grams of protein and 7 grams of fiber, it’s also going to keep…
Read MoreSlow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup
Do a quick prep in the morning and come home to a ready-to-eat chicken tortilla soup. At only 348 calories with 39 grams of protein and 11 grams of fiber, this soup makes a healthy leftover lunch. Tip: Add a splash of hot sauce to dial up the flavor. Active Time: 5 minutes Total Time:…
Read MoreEnzymes: What They Do and Why We Need Them
The kids, work deadlines, what’s for dinner… these are the kinds of things that often occupy our thoughts. What’s going on inside our cells? Not so much. However, our cellular health is the key to a healthy body, and enzymes play an important role in the entire process. This article is a deep dive into…
Read MoreWhole-Grain Cinnamon-Apple Pancakes
These hearty pancakes combine oats and white whole-wheat flour for 100% whole-grain goodness. They cook up fluffy, yet somehow maintain a beguiling creamy texture inside. A little shredded apple goes into the batter for sweetness, but the majority of the apple is cooked down for the sweet, fruity topping. We serve these pancakes with ¼…
Read MorePineapple Turmeric Smoothie Bowl
Frozen pineapple is a great fruit for smoothies, making the mixture thick and delicious. Adding turmeric and black pepper makes it an anti-inflammatory superfood that helps to protect brain health. (1, 2) A pineapple turmeric smoothie bowl is a breakfast that seems like a bowl of ice cream, but it packs enough protein and fiber…
Read MoreEgg & Turkey Sausage Breakfast Sandwich
You can love turkey sausage without loving the sodium, additives and preservatives usually found in store-bought versions. How? Make your own sausage patties with this lower-sodium recipe! Pair each patty with a whole-grain English muffin and tomato slices for a complete breakfast. To save time in the morning, prep sausage patties and freeze until you’re…
Read MoreUltra Creamy Lip Butter
Lip balm, lip gloss, lip stick, and now lip butter. I’ve created lots of different natural lip products over the years to replace all the tubes of lip products I used to buy. This lip butter is so simple to make with just a few ingredients and melts like butter on your lips, hence the…
Read MoreBreakfast Burrito Bowls
Convenient, precooked brown rice, canned beans, frozen corn and premade pico de gallo help this meal-prep breakfast come together in a flash, without loading on lots of sodium or fat. You can refrigerate for morning meals throughout the week or freeze for longer storage (see thawing/reheating instructions at the end of the recipe). This filling…
Read MoreMango-Pineapple Yogurt Bowl
Enjoy this easy, breezy mango-pineapple yogurt bowl for a tropical breakfast treat. Plain yogurt is sweetened naturally with chunks of pineapple and mango, along with toasted coconut flakes. Plain yogurt is an excellent breakfast choice because it’s a probiotic (e.g. source of good bacteria), and contains protein, calcium and vitamin D (1,2). Active Time: 10…
Read MoreSmoked Salmon & Brussels Sprout Scrambled Egg Whites
If you like a quick breakfast of scrambled egg whites, you’ll love them with slivered, browned Brussels sprouts and savory smoked salmon. Paired with whole grain toast to make it a complete meal, and you’re ready to take on the day! Smoked Salmon & Brussels Sprout Scrambled Egg Whites Ingredients 8 egg whites ¼ tsp…
Read MoreQuinoa Spinach Scramble
Looking for some protein at breakfast? Nutty, whole-grain quinoa is a tasty, protein-rich food, and scrambling it with eggs provides a satisfying morning meal (1). The spinach and bell peppers in this recipe add a serving of vegetables and you can pair this with a citrusy fruit like an orange to help absorb the calcium…
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