Health & Wellness by Lexa's Journal
My mission in life is to not merely survive, but to thrive: and do so with passion, compassion, humor, and style. – Maya Angelou
Category: Healthy Eating
Eating healthy doesn’t mean that we must force ourselves to eat flavorless food. Yes! I enjoy good food, but I am also mindful of the nutritional value of the foods that I eat. Not to be preachy, but what we eat has a direct impact on our overall health and well-being. Here, I’ll share some of my favorite foods– some I cook, others I buy.
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My kitchen was a mess but the food was well worth the time. I’ve said it before, Pinterest is one of my favorite sites to discover new recipes. Being a visual person, I’m attracted to the pretty images of food. I scroll through boards looking for pretty dishes. Today I made two new dishes and…
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I like to challenge myself. I like to learn – so I like to try new things and try to keep growing. -David Schwimmer I loooooove to try new things; it’s scary and fun! If you are on a journey to live healthier, whether it is to eat better foods, get into better physical condition,…
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After a good workout, what should you do? Eat! What should you eat you after a workout? Healthy food such as: A complex carb + lean protein = Fuel & nourishment One of my favorite summer post morning workout meals are steel cut oats with Jersey fresh blueberries. I cook my steel oats two…
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Living at the Jersey Shore, The Garden State in the summer has perks. We’re not called the Garden State for nothing. According to NJ’s official web page, New Jersey is home to more than 9,071 farmers, covering 715,057 acres of farmland. Roadside veggie and fruit stands are plentiful. Nearly every rural road has at least one…
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To look at me, you wouldn’t think I enjoy food, but I do! Today I tried a new Quinoa Chickpea and Avocado Salad recipe. It was delightful!! My mouth is watering again, just thinking about it. I found the recipe on Pinterest, which brings me to the main point of this post. If you are…
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Who says that a quick-lunch cannot be healthy? Look at my colorful plate!!! What’s on the plate? LO’s! Leftovers. A leftover grilled plain sweet potato. High in potassium, about 448 mg, low in calories, 1 cup, about 114 calories, low in sugar, 6 mg, and considered a healthier carb. Leftover grilled bourbon and brown sugar flavored chicken…
Health & Wellness by Lexa's Journal 