healthy-sexy-happy:

nutrientnatalie:

d-o-m-i:

yogurt drops!

Spoon flavored yogurt into a plastic bag. Squeeze dots onto cookie sheet and place in freezer. They’ll be ready in about an hour! | Such a great healthy summertime snack.

only 70 calories per pan too!

Really want to try this with soy yogurt! 

fit-and-slim:

7 Good Foods to Improve Moods

Stressed: Eat Chocolate (particularly dark chocolate)

the Journal of Proteome Research, found that eating just a smidge of dark chocolate (about 1.4 ounces) has the power to lower the stress hormones cortisol and catecholamines in the body, reducing your anxiety and giving you a better chance to get the job done

Sluggish: Have a Spinach Salad 

Eat folate-rich foods like spinach and other leafy green vegetables as well as potatoes, fortified breads and cereals, beans, peas and mushrooms.

Cranky: Eat an Apple with Peanut Butter

Crankiness can be a sign that your body needs fuel. Just be sure to refuel the right way: with foods that don’t leave you with a blood sugar crash an hour later, setting the crankiness cycle in motion all over again.

Carbohydrates are a great source of energy that quickly burns out. Adding some fat or protein will slow the digestion process, causing your sugar and energy levels to remain stable for a longer amount of time

Anxious: Eat a Salmon Burger

Salmon is one of the richest sources of omega-3 fatty acids, a nutrient that may help tame your anxiety. 

Dr. Ilardi says it’s best to stick with fish: “The specific form of omega-3 that most strongly boosts mood is found most abundantly in coldwater fish such as salmon, herring, sardines and mackerel.”

Angry: Sip Green Tea 

Green tea contains theanine, which calms you and helps you maintain clear concentration and focus

Sad: Eat Whole Grain Cereal with Low fat Milk

Vitamin D helps in the production of serotonin. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter known as the “feel-good hormone”.

If you’re low on vitamin D, you may be affecting your body’s ability to stabilize your mood and reduce feelings of depression. To boost your intake of vitamin D, turn to lowfat fortified milk, fortified cereals or mushrooms.

PMS: Eat an Egg-Salad Sandwich 

If your go-to PMS meal usually comes in the form of comfort food (mac ’n’ cheese, potato chips, ice cream) consider making an egg-salad sandwich instead. In the days before your period, it’s normal for women to begin craving carbohydrates. Carbs help your body boost its serotonin levels, in turn helping you improve your mood.

Opt for whole grains, such as whole-wheat bread, and for extra PMS-zapping strength, pair them with tryptophan-rich protein such as eggs, sunflower seeds or turkey, which may enhance the release of serotonin. 
Tip: Cut the mayo and mix your diced hard-cooked eggs with a teaspoon of fat-free or lowfat plain Greek yogurt and half a teaspoon of whole-grain Dijon mustard.

Read more: Foods to Improve Moods - Healthy Living Tips at WomansDay.com - Woman’s Day

undressedskeleton:

I love pistachio almond ice scream it’s definitely my weakness. I saw that Kraft made pistachio almond pudding and had to give it a try. I loved the way it tasted. I decided to freeze it to give me the same ice cream taste and it worked. I used Silk Unsweetened Almond Milk instead of Skim. 

mybeauty-inprocess:

Servings:

4 servings

Prep Time:

15 Minutes

Cooking Time:

50 Minutes

Ingredients:

- 4 large fresh chicken breasts, boneless and skinless

- 4 cups fresh spinach

- 2 Tbsp of garlic

- 1/4 cup walnuts crushed

- Salt

- Fresh ground black pepper

- Olive oil…

emergeabutterfly:

Photo a Day.
Day 27: Something You Ate

A Black Bean Brownie.
Yes.
A Brownie made with Black Beans.
And?
It’s Delicious.
Chocolately Delicious.
And Only 45 Calories a Serving.

Black Bean Brownies
1 Can Black Beans, Rinsed & Drained
3 Eggs
3 TBSPs Vegetable Oil
1/4 Cup Cocoa
1 tsp. Baking Powder
1 Pinch Salt
1 tsp. Vanilla
3/4 Cup Sugar
1/2 Cup Dark Chocolate Chips

Blend in blender, Scrape sides as needed. Pour in Lightly Greased 8x8 Pan. Bake at 350 for 25-30 Minutes.

PS Try Not to Eat the Whole Pan.
[You’re Gonna Wanna]

hungryrunner:

Make this for Dinner: Spicy Rainbow Rice and Beans

I’ve had this recipe saved in my bookmarks for probably over a year and I only just made it for the first time last night. All I can say is… What the heck was I waiting for?! This one goes in the super, super easy category and it’s a new favorite of mine. Cook the rice, saute the spices & veggies, mix everything together, and bam… You’ve got yourself a very tasty, healthy meal! It’s also great because if you wind up with leftovers, it stores easy and can be re-heated quickly if you’re on the go. Can’t really beat that!

Click the link above to get the recipe and try it for yourself!

[image via Veganizzm]

oohhhbaby:

roasted vegetable macaroni and cheese cups

healthysexyhappy:

7 Healthy Foods That Will Fill You Up

• Bananas - If you reach out for a banana when you feel hungry instead of an empty calorie snack, you’ll nourish your body and you’ll be ingesting way less fat and sugar than many snacks.
• Eggs - As long as you’re not eating 12 of them in one week, eggs are good for you.
• Almonds - Just one handful of almonds will keep you full for a long time because they are great at suppressing appetite.
• Avocados - It contains good fats (monounsaturated fatty acids) and it contains protein that will fill you up nicely
• Peanut Butter - You can easily find peanut butter that contains only 100% roasted peanuts (you can buy the organic and non-organic kinds). There are no hydrogenated oils, sugar or salt added to the peanut butter. This is a healthy option.
• Oatmeal - Is a great super food because it’s low in sugar, high in fiber and it’s so quick to prepare. 
• Apples - Packing an apple for your daily snack will not only add one fruit/vegetable portion to your daily recommended intake and the fiber will fill up your stomach

sharongotfit:

veganilla:

Vegan Sweet Potato Burgers: click here for the recipe.

never had avocado before, but these look pretty yummy :) 

lowcalorierecipes:

These are pretty tasty and low cal, too!

Ingredients:

• 2 T. cream cheese, reduced fat, chive and onion, room temp (60 cal)
• 1/4 t. minced garlic (1 cal)
• 1/8 t. soy sauce (1 cal)
• 6 square wonton skins (140 cal)

Directions:

1.) preheat oven to 425 degrees.

2.) in a small bowl, mix cream…