You may not think of burgers as a flavorful go-to meal if you’re on a gluten free or grain-free diet, but these Low Carb Bleu Cheese Burgers can pack a serious punch. You’ll forget all about the bun! I recommend making your own hand-pressed patties using fresh ground chuck over the pre-made and pre-seasoned burgers… Read More
Staying on a healthy track, meaning nutritious diet and regular exercise, takes serious focus and mental strength. You’ve got to be able to step outside your comfort zone—especially if your goal is to lose weight. A friend recently inspired me to get back to my fighting weight from one of our previous phone calls. The… Read More
After a big weekend, I like to start the week with a healthy breakfast and an early morning swim. I’ve learned that if I exercise early, I won’t miss my workout by getting distracted by all of the day’s responsibilities. It’s a good habit! Eggs are my #1 choice for breakfast. They are a rich… Read More
Do you want clearer skin, to feel light on your feet, or your eyes to sparkle? It really comes down to one thing: what you’re putting in your body. If you’re looking for a simple change or a quick fix to look and feel better, either cut WAY back on sugar or stop eating it… Read More
I like being me. No makeovers or do-overs. No plastic surgery or Botox. Authenticity is the meat and potatoes of living a life of simplicity and purpose. I do, however, sometimes feel the need to change things up a little. It could be as easy as adding a new dress to my closet for a… Read More
“The breakfast of champions is not cereal, it’s the opposition.” —Nick Seitz Breakfast is my favorite meal of the day, and these 4 different Breakfast of Champions will certainly kick-start your day. Each one is gluten-free and low-carb / no carb and will give you LOTS of energy. You shouldn’t get hungry for at least… Read More
My brother-in-law was visiting from South Carolina, and is low-carb / no carb too, so dinner was easy for me to plan while he was in town. First course was fresh peel-n-eat shrimp from Joseph’s Market, which any challenged cook knows is the perfect go-to meal. It’s pretty, simple to prepare, tasty, and people love… Read More
When you do things from your soul, you feel a river moving in you, a joy.—Rumi I’m a worker bee. I don’t necessarily like being the center of attention, but I’m not shy. I love good people and would rather be doing things for others—especially ones I love. It’s just the way I have always… Read More
I grew up with my 100% Italian mom and grandma making Stuffed Shells or homemade Manicotti for Christmas. I made those for my kids and husband every Christmas until we went low carb / no carb. To stick close to Italian family tradition, we went with a (gluten free) Chicken Parmesan that my mom Annabelle… Read More
There’s a group of people I know who own Christmas. They’ve got the holiday jeuge from decorations to Disney trips. Me… not so much. But I am known to whip up a great Christmas Eve meal that’s traditionally lobsters—and the morning of breakfast is always sweet. I love preparing something yummy Italian on Christmas Day.… Read More