One thing has remained constant these past few years – my need for a snack. I’ve gone through periods where I’ve stuck to three square meals a day but I’ve always ultimately reverted back to including a mid-afternoon snack. Today, I wanted to share with you all a flavorful, filling high-protein snack I’ve come across and talk a little bit about why I think snacking is so important. Continue Reading…
I’ve lived in Utah for a little over three years now and I was starting to feel a little antsy. Whilst I’ve traveled a fair bit to neighboring states and their various tourist attractions, I still hadn’t been down to Southern Utah/Arizona to see Horseshoe bend, Antelope Canyon and Lake Powell. I felt like that was nuts and I promptly set to work. Our Southern adventure ended up happening over Labor Day weekend, giving us just enough time to drive down and back up to Salt Lake City again without overdoing it with the driving.
Read on to learn more about our fun time down South and how I planned in a major workout at the same time!
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Merry Christmas eve, my friends! I cannot believe another year is coming to a close, and what a year it has been. Personally, and professionally, 2018 was an amazing year for me. Inevitably, as the holidays approach and the days wind down, an irresistible urge to bake and create comes over me (and particularly for banana bread!). I’m not sure if it’s because of the extra time on my hands or the urge to create something new to take into the new year with me, but whatever it is, I’m appreciative of it.
Let me introduce you to my newest (and one of my best) creations – a healthier Kodiak Cakes Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips!
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