I recently had the chance to sample CalNaturale Svelte and I am definitely a fan. Its a product line from California Natural Products, a 30-year old leading natural foods company. First off, I love the sayings on the cartons. Who doesn’t want to see positive messages like “hello beautiful” and “looking good” staring at them […]
New Crystal Light Mocktails
When I saw one of my favorite low-cal drink mixes, Crystal Light, had a new line of flavors, Mocktails, I had to snag a sample. They were offering them on their Facebook page and I was very excited when it arrived. They come in Margarita, Mojito, Pomtini, Peach Bellini, and the one I tried was […]
Worthwhile reads from the web this week
It’s official. I am all moved in! The keys have been given back for the old apartment and everything moved out for the new tenants. I am just about finished selling stuff on CL too. And I unpacked every single bag and box at the new place. I have been stressed and busy and my […]
Smoked Turkey and Apple Sandwich Recipe
When the temps go up outside, who really wants to turn on a hot stove? A perfect lunch or dinner for summer or really any time of year, this turkey and apple sandwich is easy to make. The apples give the sandwich a sweet, cool, crunch, perfect on a warm day, while the onions give […]
Q&A and tips for getting fit from trainer Jay Priestley
As you know, I have weekly visits with a personal trainer to keep me on track with my weight training. I definitely think that that is one of the many reasons I was able to lose ten pounds. With Memorial Day, the unofficial kick-off to summer, right around the corner, I figured; why not follow […]
Vitalicious VitaTops
You know how much I loved the Guilt free 100 calorie VitaBrownies. Now my newest low fat fave snacks are VitaTops. I received the Super Sampler Pack, which includes the brownies plus a wide variety of muffin tops. From apple to chocolate options, let me tell you, each one is better the next! You keep them […]
Celebrate Mom with My Easy Spinach, Tomato, and Pepper Goat Cheese Omelet Recipe
Happy Mother’s Day! There is no better way to celebrate then to cook brunch for your mother, grandmother, wife, or whatever special women you have in your life. Today or any day really, this easy omelet only takes around ten minutes! I used Chevre Fresh Goat Cheese with Four Peppers, baby spinach, and a plum […]
Convenient and natural New England Country Soup
New England Country Soup is a Cambridge, Massachusetts based company that has launched a line of ready to heat and eat classic soups. They use natural ingredients and have created an earth conscious pouch for you to store and heat up the soups. It is very convenient since you do not need a can opener […]
Criss cross will make you jump, jump for this BLT recipe
Sometimes the calories can really add up when you are making a BLT because you want the bread completely covered with bacon strips. With this recipe, you can use just 3 strips to create a sheet of bacon (criss-crossed) to cover your bread! I used Pepperidge Farms 7 grain light wheat bread, Boar’s Head bacon, […]
Celebrate National Oatmeal Cookie Day or any day with Quaker
Today, April 30 is National Oatmeal Cookie Day, so what better healthy product to feature then Quaker Crunchy Oat Granola Cookies! I told you how much I liked the New Soft Baked Cookies from Quaker but now onto the crunchy. The flavors they offer are: Apple cinnamon – Make snack time crunch time. Treat yourself […]