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Weight Loss Wednesday: Hiking!

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Have you ever wanted an exercise that was a bit more rewarding? I personally get bored with most exercises fast. When the only thing I’m working toward is the end of an activity, it just doesn’t seem like I’m really getting anything out of it. If you feel the same way I do, I suggest that you try hiking! Not only do you give your body a great workout, but you’re aiming toward seeing whatever is at the top of the mountain, the other side of the forest, or within the depths of the cave.
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Beyonce, Mrs. Obama & Diabetes… I mean Pepsi.

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Fifty. Million. Dollars. For a woman who looks like she no more drinks Pepsi than she wears House of Dereon. And who could blame Pepsi for selecting her for this deal? After all, her Bootylicious jelly you weren’t ready for boosted Welch’s grape sales more than Biggie’s “t-bone steak and cheese eggs.” She’s already endorsed everything from video games to cosmetics to a Presidential sponsored youth health and fitness campaign. So naturally and unarguably so, the next phase of her entrepreneurial endeavors should be diabetes. Continue reading

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Meatless Monday: Lunch Ideas – Pesto Pasta Salad

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Meatless Monday is upon us again, I thought I’d share a quick easy lunch recipe. Meatless meals tend to be pretty elaborate but a lot of times going meatless is so easy you are almost there anyway. Continue reading

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Meatless Monday: Southwestern Quinoa Salad

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This is a what I call a recipe remix, where we are using a leftover from another recipe and making it into a great lunch idea! Continue reading

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Meatless Monday Idea: Poor Man’s Spicy Peanut Ramen

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Try this easy, cheap noodle recipe. Why do I recommend it for those new to the meat free lifestyle? Noodles are fun to eat and a great comfort food in the cold Winter months. Continue reading

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Meat-Less Monday Dinner Idea: Tempeh Picatta

Tempeh Picatta

Why do I suggest tempeh for the new meatless person? Tempeh has almost the exact same protein value as fish and chicken. It’s high in calcium, iron and tempeh is a naturally cholesterol-free food… Continue reading

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