balanced living made simple with Brett Blumenthal
Creating healthy and fulfilling meals can be easy. Using whole foods in a balanced ratio of carbohydrates, proteins and fats, ensures you get the nutrients you need, all while being delicious.
As a kid, snack time was by far one of my favorite times of the school day. Back then, my mom would buy up the variety snack packs which often included Cheetos, Doritos, Potato Chips, Pretzels etc. Since then, the snacking industry has come a long way. Today, there are some great healthy school snacks [...]
I love this shake and like to refer to it as the “Lean Green Machine.” Because of the Kale, the shake is extremely high in both Vitamin A and Vitamin C. To round out the protein, I’ll often will have it with an egg-white omelet for lunch. It is packed with nutrients and is really [...]
Until last week, the idea of brussels sprouts was as distasteful as the idea of eating liver. However, being the polite guest I try to be, I tried my mom’s recipe. I was pleasantly surprised. These mini cabbage like veggies are sweet and tasty when cooked the right way. Roasting these veggies helps to maintain [...]
We’ve all heard it before, but it bears repeating: Breakfast is a great way to start your day! Breakfast provides much needed energy to start your day on a positive note. Basically, breakfast is “BREAKing the FAST” from the night before. Your body has been without fuel for up to 12 hours (sometimes more) and [...]
This shake is full of antioxidants, is high in fiber, provides a healthy dose of Omega-3s and has a good amount of protein. But don’t you worry…it is absolutely delicious too! Needless to say, it is a great way to start your day! It is also a tasty and nutritious mid-afternoon snack.
This dish is always a crowd pleaser. Very easy to make and absolutely delicious, you can’t go wrong. Using whole-grain pasta and whole-wheat flour, the fiber is high. Further, it is very well balanced and filling!
Chick peas are loaded with fiber and are a good source of protein. This salad has a Mediterranean flare and makes a great side salad for barbecues, and summer parties. Taking only five minutes to make, this salad makes entertaining a cinch.
If you are a fan of Asian fare, try this one on for size. A great stir fry tandoori chicken recipe that is reminiscent of Southeast Asia, this chicken dish is full of flavor, with ginger, cumin and garlic.
This is a version of salsa that is tasty and filling. It is loaded with fiber and protein, which also makes it balanced. Serve it with baked tortilla chips or pita chips for a low-fat option.
A yummy protein shake that provides you with the taste of apple pie. Filled with fiber and protein, it will keep you feeling satisfied, and will provide you with important nutrients to get your morning started.
