Pre-heat the oven to 350 degrees Combine the following in a mixing bowl: 1 cup vi-shape shake mix 1/2 cup almond milk 1 tsp baking powder 1/4 cup cocoa powder 1 tbs up to 1/4 cup sugar (optional): I didn’t add sugar and it tasted great.  I’m thinking I might add a little applesauce next time to moisten the cupcakes up a bit. 1  organic egg  (I added, not on the original recipe) Whisk all ingredients together and pour into...

We have been experimenting w/ different Paleo recipes w/in our household.  I typically follow a pretty low-carb diet but obviously w/ a Paleo diet you can incorporate nuts.  So here is a recipe I found but tweaked just a little.  The kids LOVE it!!!!! Fruit/Chocolate Protein (Paleo) Bars 1 ½ cups slivered almonds (unbalanced) 1 cup pecans, lightly toasted 1/3 cup ground flax meal (I used chia seeds) ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon 7 large...

This week, I’ll be flying down to Miami for business.  I always like to be prepared while traveling.  I don’t want to have to stop at the fast food/convenience locations, especially in the airport.  All food is OK to fly with as long as it’s not liquid while going through security.  So I wanted to share some items I am thinking of packing.  I will only be gone for 3 days.  If I was being really strict I would bring a...

OK, I’m sure you can all relate to those lovely late night cravings and you keep walking back into the kitchen staring into the refrigerator or cabinets. I was really trying to talk myself out of it tonight and I realize why I’m craving food right now too, it’s because I didn’t drink enough water today.  So first I chugged some water, waited about 20 mins but still had that craving.  It’s mostly because...

I’m always trying to make my meals exciting and I love FLAVOR! I like to watch my carbs and sugar intake so here is a great meal to try!!!! Roasted Veggies: I first made roasted red peppers and onions, I sliced them up, tossed them in a little extra virgin olive oil and baked them for about 20-30 mins at 375 degrees.  You want to caramelize them, they come out super sweet and amazing!!!! You could put a little sea salt on them before...