Why I am so Excited about the ALL Access Beachbody On Demand Challenge Pack & Membership

Team Beachbody launched a brand new option for its customers and coaches called the All-Access Beachbody On Demand Challenge Pack.  Its amazing how quickly technology changes !! Merv and I were Blockbuster addicts !! We loved to rent our movies ! The only bad part were the late fees that we accumulated as we were not so great at returning them on time !! No more Late Fees !! Not mow with the opportunity to STREAM just about anything you want.. 

Well now you can STREAM not just your movies but your FITNESS as well !! Wahoo - this is totally exciting stuff !! Beachbody is now set up to allow you to access On Demand right from the comfort of your own home!! 

WHY IS THIS GREAT NEWS ? 

Well, because times are changing for fitness as well.  Yes you still have to put in the work if you want to get healthy and see results -- THERE IS NO QUICK FIX.  But, now you have more options at your fingertips to help you achieve the look and feel that you want!  I started my journey 4 years ago with a program called T25 - well actually I started years before that but never consistently) - Shaun T was the trainer and his 25 minutes a day set me on the path that I continue to follow today. I told myself that if I didn't have 25 minutes a day to commit to myself to get healthy I had a serious problem.. My priorities were out of whack! So i joined a Challenge group for Support and Accountability -- This time would be different - I was actually going to complete the program from start to finish! In the Challenge group I discovered an added bonus !! My coach focused on the Clean Eating principles.. I started to implement them into my daily life and BAM -- Changes started to occur.. The support and motivation that I got from the group was nothing like what I had in the past from Friends and Family -- these people were all on the same journey as me.. 

That group forever changed me ...  

Fitness + Nutrition & my Shakeology + Support = SUCCESS ! 

This was a life changer for me and I still follow these principles today -- 

25 pounds and 56 Cholesterol points later Im still going strong !! 

What I am super thankful for is that Beachbody continues to be innovative in the products that they deliver and the support that they offer their customers and coaches. They know that we are moving to a DIGITAL WORLD and they are open to the changing times.

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT

The CEO of Team Beachbody Carl Daikeler announced a new option for anyone to take advantage of.

 The Annual All-Access Beachbody On Demand Challenge Pack & Membership

Total access to EVERY program available on Beachbody ON Demand, PLUS future releases. ($6,000 in programming people!!)

So that means that every single program Beachbody has ever created from P90X, Turbofire, Insanity, 10 Minute Trainer to new ones like Cize, T25, 22 Minute Hard Corps, Hammer and Chisel, Insanity Max30, 21 Day Fix and Fix Extreme, Core De Force and more are on a digital library you can access plus anything new that Beachbody releases you get INSTANT access at no additional charge for an entire 12 months. That is incredible!!!! 

 Starting on December 27th you will be able to purchase either an annual membership or the Annual All Access Beachbody On Demand + Shakeology Challenge Pack. This is an incredible opportunity for me to help you get even better results.

WHY IS THIS SO AWESOME?

So I’m going to give you my personal opinion on the new feature. I love the All Access Challenge Pack because it gives you:

• 1 Year Membership to Beachbody On Demand (BOD) with all content included, plus future releases.

• Shakeology (choice of 30-day supply on home direct)

• Portion Fix (includes 7 piece portion control container system, eating guide, large blue container and shaker cup)

• Business Starter Kit Waived if you choose the coach enrollment option.

• You get all of this for $199 for the entire year  (12 months) and there is no monthly fee.

The points I listed above is worth thousands of dollars and for 12 months you are getting access to everything that Beachbody has ever created plus anything new through the year. That is awesome but the real reason I am excited is this. You can purchase this pass and together we can choose to start with for example, 21 Day Fix.

Blueprint for Success

So imagine this, you can complete 21 Days of the program, at the end of the 21 days we can have a discussion around what program you are going to do next!! And what a library of choice you will have! You have the personalized support and guidance if you need it not just for your fitness plan but for your nutrition too!

• What your goals are, 

• What you have already accomplished; and 

• How we can help to tweak your plan to get you AMAZING results!

Maybe after the 21 day fix you decide you want to add in more cardio. We can move over to T25 or Core De Force as the next program. Or let’s say you have an injury that is preventing you rom completing the 21 Day Fix, we can switch programs and move over to the 3 week yoga retreat until you are feeling well enough to go back to your T25 workout. The key here is options that help YOU achieve YOUR goals. We can mix, match, tweak and change your plan so that you do not lose steam, you do not get bored and YOU get the results that you want- THIS is the secret to continued success!

Calendar, Guidance & Support

Each fitness program through BOD has the calendar of workouts and what to do when.  I know I needed that help- what do I do when?

Each program has a nutrition guide you can download, tracking sheets and you have me to help walk you through the program to make sure you are getting the results that you want. This is not about just starting and completing 1 program, it is about moving through each stage of your journey and entering into a lifestyle of proper nutrition and fitness.

I love this option because it gives you flexibility and creativity. But the most important part of this whole thing is the SUPPORT! Sure, anyone can just buy a program but where you see most people getting results is when they have a COMMUNITY OF SUPPORT around them helping them to get results! That is where the magic truly happens! This is what has kept me CONSISTENT for almost 3 years!! Before that - NOPE. Try, try, try, FAIL.

I was never a GYM rat however I was that girl that vowed to start a program and stick to it -- I truly had good intentions but never could make it past the 2nd week with any kind of consistency. I would take the weekends off thinking that I could just try and workout more and that would erase all the bad choices that I had made.. I was in a vicious cycle of little results and never really accomplishing anything. I didn't really KNOW how to eat clean or what that meant - I though that STARVING MYSELF on occasion was the only way to get results..  I was very very wrong !! 

So this year is your year! If you are like me and you need structure, support, guidance and accountability then Beachbody might be your magic ticket. I got scared of the workouts that were an hour in length and let that be an excuse as to why I couldn't get it done. But Beachbody Listened and they have an entire collection of workouts that are 30 minutes of less !! I personally experiences results without killing myself in the gym and from the comfort of my own home.. Yes 30 minutes a day is all that you really need ! 

I am inviting you to #1 take advantage of the All Access Pass and make me your coach! Let me help you set some new goals to achieve your healthy and fulfilling life. Whether you want to be a part of my accountability and support groups or not I am here to help.

I am kicking off my next group called Resolutions into Results Health Bet on January 2nd through the Beachbody Challenge Tracker App. You will set realistic and achievable goals, log your workouts, your nutrition and Shakeology daily through our app based program and I will be there 24/7 to provide support, accountability, guidance, recipes and meal planning to make this a lasting lifestyle change. Does this sound like something you would like to do? 

What is the cost of the All-Access Beachbody On Demand Challenge Pack & Membership?

The Annual All Access Beachbody On Demand Challenge Pack is $199
The Annual All Access Beachbody On Demand Membership is $99.95 and that does not include Shakeology & the portion containers.

If you are an existing Beachbody On Demand Customer you will HAVE to cancel your current membership by calling customer service at 1800-470-7870 and canceling and then you will be price adjusted accordingly. Then, you can complete this form to upgrade to the all access subscription.www.BODMembershipChange.com You cannot do this until the 27th of December when it is launched.

WHO CAN BUY THIS CHALLENGE PACK??

If you are an existing customer you can cancel your current On Demand and get this option.
If you are a new customer or coach you can utilize this option as well.
It is for EVERYONE which is awesome!

WHEN CAN I BUY THIS CHALLENGE PACK??

The New All Access Beachbody On Demand Challenge Pack is available for sale on the 27th of December. Until then you can get on my list to stay updated by subscribing to my blog and/or filling out my application for more info below!

I am so excited about what this has to offer and I truly believe that this is going to be a game changer!

My goal in 2017 is to continue to provide you with excellent support and accountability and show you how to truly make this a lasting lifestyle change through our advanced support & accountability groups.  Let’s do this together!  Why not you!

Are you in??  Make sure to get on my list ASAP!

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5 Tips to Detox after Halloween Candy Binge

Candy corn… Kit Kat… Snickers… 3 Musketeers… M&Ms… Reese’s… Twizzlers… Skittles… Starburst… Butterfinger… Hershey’s… Milky Way...

What do these all have in common? You got it - they are all candy! It’s the day after Halloween and if you’re like most folks you may be feeling the after effects of the SUGAR COMA!! All of a sudden you have the urge to get back on track!! You feel like CRAP from the sugar overload, your tired and sluggish, and a little bit guilty.... 

What can all that sugar do for you ?? It has more consequences than benefits.. such as tooth decay, elevated blood lipids, increased weight gain, and increased risk for heart disease, hypertension, and type II diabetes. Nobody wants that so why not try out these simple strategies to reduce sugar intake and improve your health and nutrition:

Detox Plan : 

1. Drink more water: Make water consumption a priority the day after your Halloween festivities; not only will it help flush out all those indulgent decisions , but it'll give you more energy to tackle the day. Water Tip: Shoot to drink 1/2 your body weight in ounces of water per day. If you struggle with water, try adding a little flavor with this great recipe -  Body Flush and Detox Water


2. Break the sugar addiction: Eating a lot of sugar will only make you crave it more. I know its a terrible thing right.. AND the problem is, once you get off track it can be hard to reel yourself back in. If your looking at cutting those cravings why not give the 3 Day Refresh a try ?  I mean, who doesn’t want to rid their body of toxins, lose weight, have more energy, eliminate sugar and carb cravings, and even discover a deeper connection to ones’ self? And dont forget, the best way to kick the sugar habit is to load up on lots of fresh fruits and veggies. 

3. DONATE that Evil bowl of  Goodness: The point is -- GET IT OUT OF THE HOUSE... You may be strong right now but trust me.... those temptaions will set in... Take some to work, and there is always that great option of supporting our Troops!  Create a care package for those that serve for our Country - Candy for our HEROES - Operation Gratitude

4. Get up and Get out -  Get your metabolism going — and sweat out all the bad stuff — with an intense workout; go for a walk or check out a workout on Beachbody On Demand..   If your looking to punch and kick those Sugar Bugs out of your system then you have to check out Core De Force. Did you know that ACCOUNTABILITY is the key to Success? Having an Accountability Community to check into is where its at!! Are you plugged into one?  

Accountability  truly is key to success.  I can tell you that my customers are back on track today, drinking their water and I’m giving them tips to stay on track in our closed accountability and support group.  I believe that having a community of support around you is the very best thing you can do for yourself and for others.  Are you plugged in?  If not visit my Testimonials page to see what others think of the community or message me for upcoming groups Mshewell1218@gmail.com


5. Finally, don’t stress over the Halloween binge.

One bad day is not the end of the world, nor will it harm your health in a serious way. What you eat on a weekly basis is more important. Use these tips to cut back on sugar and focus on including extra fruits and vegetables. The focus on healthy eating will have you feeling energized in no time!

What is Core De Force ? Join the Exclusive Test Group

How exciting is this !! A brand new program home fitness program from Beachbody with the word CORE in it !! I would be willing to bet that this one is going to get you in knock out shape !! It will be here before we know it !! It launches on October 31st!!  Core De Force is a 30 day total body transformation program that will rock your world.  The best part about the program is that there is NO EQUIPMENT required -- just YOU!  Core De Force is an MMA inspired program which includes 3 minute “rounds” where you will get boxing, kickboxing and Muay Thai, knee-elbow combinations, bodyweight training and cardio spikes that will help you lose belly fat and shred your body. If you can focus on hitting it hard for 3 minutes at a time before you know it the workout will be over.


So check out all the details here - Whether you are interested in changing up your workout, breaking a plateau, getting started with your transformation or holding yourself accountable over the holidays.  I am going to be hosting a private test group for people who are ready to join me in this 30 day program.

What is Core De Force?
What do you think that you could accomplish in just 30 days? How about getting in knockout shape with a workout that is deigned to work your entire body and carve your entire core leaving you feeling empowered!

This workout was created by Joel Freeman and Jericho McMatthews, it is the ultimate mixed martial arts-inspired workout that is going to really knock off the belly fat, get rid of inches and tone and tighten your entire body with no equipment.

A great feature that comes with this workout is a “learn it & work it” section that breaks down the moves so that you can learn them before you do jump in and do them.  So for those of us that are new to the MMA style exercises this will give you confidence to go right in and kick some butt.   There are modifiers in every single workout so no matter what your ability level is, you can go at your own pace.  As you get stronger the goal is to challenge yourself with higher intensity and increased focus.
I also like that there is no equipment needed except yourself.  This perfect for those that travel or don't want to invest in any additional equipment.

What are the Workouts like ?

The workouts are 30-45 minutes in length and you workout 6 days a week with a stretch on the 7th. The workout program is 30 days in length.

There are 8 workouts in the program

• MMA Speed- ∫ Upper body and core focused boxing influenced workout. (27 minutes)
• MMA Shred- Muay Thai inspired elbow and kicks for total body shred. (37 minutes)
• MMA Power- Uses explosive and defensive style movements in this fast paced cardio conditioning workout (47 minutes)
• MMA Plyo- Core De Force is an MMA style home fitness program that will transform your entire body in 30 days. When you combine boxing, Muay Thai and plyometrics in one workout you get a huge calorie burn and RESULTS. (47 minutes)
• Power Sculpt- Total body burner that uses explosive power and interval training to lean and sculpt. (37 minutes)
• Dynamic Strength- Low on impact but high on intensity. (47 minutes)
• Active Recovery- Recharge for the week ahead with this rest day that focuses on form and technique to help fight fatigue and sore muscles. (21 minutes)
• Core De Force Relief- A quick 5 minutes stretch before bed session. (5 minutes)
• Team Beachbody Exclusive MMA Mashup– All the best Core De Force moves in one workout. (26 minutes)
• Core Kinetics- A unique core workout inspired by Mixed Martial Arts movements.
• 5 minute Core on the Floor- the ultimate core finisher- 5 minute challenging plank movements that gets your abs on fire.

If you want to take your fitness to the next level after your 30 days you can get these 3 additional advanced workouts too:

Agility Strength- combines fast footwork drills with body weight resistance to help improve coordination and blast major calories. (9 rounds- 37 minutes).

Agility Power- Grab your agility ladder and rip through multifunctional training that ignites every muscle and helps shred fat for serious definition (6 rounds-27 minutes).

MMA Kick Butt- This workout is meant to target your legs and butt with nonstop mix of powerful kicks and calorie burning conditioning spikes (9 rounds- 37 minutes).


Who Should Buy this program?
Anyone who wants to tighten up their midsection, carve a stronger core, and sculpt total-body definition. This program is great for intermediate or advanced exercisers- but beginners and people who are looking for significant weight loss can follow the modifier and drop serious weight too.

It's also a great choice for people looking to try a workout inspired by mixed martial arts. Trainers Joel Freeman and Jericho McMatthews packed CORE DE FORCE with Boxing, Kickboxing, and Muay Thai moves that are both effective AND empowering. Those who want to see results fast will also love the program. The high-energy mix of combinations, bodyweight training, and cardio is designed to get you into knockout shape in 30 days.

What is the Nutrition Plan like ?
This program comes with a complete nutrition plan based on a very successful portion control system.

With that said you will not receive the containers unless you want them or purchase the Deluxe Kit. The nutrition plan is really 80%of your results but this plan makes it easy to track what you need. It base on Clean Eating principles that teach you the balance and portion sizes of the foods that you should be eating.

When can I get this workout?

Core De Force will be available on the 31st of October to customers of Team Beachbody coaches.  So if you do not have a coach right now make sure to sign up with me so that I can be your coach and guide you from start to finish through the program.  Here is your link to create your Free Team Beachbody Account.  

Make sure that you complete the application below to be considered for a spot in my Core De Force Test Group so that you can also get the support and accountability to start and complete the program.  To complete the application click here:  Core De Force Application

How Much Does It Cost?

Core De Force has a variety of options. The one that I recommend the most is the Core De Force Challenge Pack because it comes with everything you need to be successful with this program. It comes with the entire Core De Force workout program, nutrition guide, program manual, Shakeology, access to me as your coach, discounted price and shipping plus it gives you entrance into my Test Group where I will be personally walking you through the nutrition guide, helping you to create a food plan that meets your needs, giving you recipes, tips, daily accountability so that this program does not become another dust collector on your shelf.

The Challenge Pack is $140 on Sale starting October 31st through November 2016.

How Can I Get Involved In the Support & Accountability Group?
So now here is the MOST important part.  How do I REALLY succeed at this program??  Well, anyone can go out there and buy the Core De Force Challenge Pack and do the workouts.  Unfortunately I have seen many of times ( I am also guilty of this) where we purchase a program with the best of intentions and before we know it, the workout is sitting on our shelf collecting dust and we make excuses for why we don’t have time or it isn’t the right timing.  So don’t let this be another program that you have good intentions with!  It’s time to take charge of your fitness and nutrition and get involved in a closed online community of support that is going to help you start and complete the program and get the RESULTS that you want just in time for the holidays.  Better yet, we are going to help you create a holiday plan that is going to give you the flexibility to enjoy the holiday things you want to eat but still get results.  Does that sound like a good plan?


Do you want to join???  Here is the requirements and how to get started:

• In my Test Group I am going to be requiring that each participate for the entire 30 days of the program starting on the 7th of November.  Each participant must have ME as their assigned coach.  You cannot already be working with another coach or be a coach yourself.
• You must commit to both the fitness program and Shakeology to join the group.  You will be getting everything you need for this group when you sign up with me.
• You must be willing to participate daily in the closed online group.  I will have you log your workouts, your daily food activity and provide you with tools, tips and recipes to help you get to your goals.
• You must be willing to give it your all!  Change is not always easy but it is totally worth it.

There will never ever be a perfect time to start your fitness and health transformation.  You literally just have to take that leap of faith, bite the bullet and go for it.  If you do not try, how will you ever know if you can succeed! This just might be that 1 thing where everything comes together and just finally makes sense to you and your lifestyle.

Are you in???  There is limited space in my Test Group so make sure you complete the application below to get your spot!

Check out my EVENT for more information!


I want to see you crush those goals and feel confident and empowered to take on the rest of your life!!!!

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Drop a Jeans Size in 30 Days

I think that its safe to say that swimsuit season is over and Skinny Jeans are in. I really do love living in Michigan and having the change in seasons !! I love putting on my favorite pair of jeans, with a big cozy sweater and a great pair of tall boots !! "Skinny may not even be jeans to you. Maybe its your favorite top or dress. Its all about feeling CONFIDENT in your clothes !!

We need to start by making a commitment to yourself. Commit to making a change!!

t's time to say good-bye to that extra spare tire and bring on the confidence to ROCK ANY OUTFIT THAT YOU WANT THIS FALL SEASON! 

My Goals:

1.  Kick the sugar cravings.

2.  Start consistently getting in my water intake for the day.  1/2 my body weight in ounces of water daily.

3.  Follow the meal plan that I put in place each week

4.  Take time each day to read my personal development to keep my mind fresh.

5.  Take time to rest.  Make sure to go to bed at a decent hour so that I do not feel run down and overwhelmed with life.  {easier said than done right}

I don't know about you but I do best when I make myself accountable ! Sometimes you just need to say it out loud ! Shout if from the rooftops!!  I’m hoping that together we can keep each other accountable!  Guess what -- No one is perfect, we are all human and we all slip up ... AND that is why being accountable is so important to helping me achieve my goals ! I want to help you by sharing my own personal struggles with you in hopes that it will inspire you to keep going in the right direction!

There is nothing worse than pulling up those jeans and having your muffin top hang over the top of your pants! UGH… It has an instant negative impact -- it can automatically throw you into a a state of the CRANKIES !! It messes with your confidence in yourself.. Now your searching for all the big and baggie shirts to cover yourself up... I know because i lived that way for a long time.. 

Dont Let this be you !

Finally I was just sick and tired of feeling that way. I started with T25 and Clean Eating and I started to see some changes.. I started to feel better.. and my CRANKIES had left the building! 

I didnt do this all on my own -- I had the help of a coach and a community of wonderful women who were all dealing with very similar situations.. 

I want to do the same for your ! I want to provide you with the same support that led me to my goals.. (3 years and counting) 

I am putting together a Drop a Jeans Size Challenge! Starting on October 17th. This is a closed 6 weeks online support and accountability group. My goal is to teach you how to meal plan, grocery shop, modify your favorite recipes to make them healthier, kick those sweet cravings to the curb, how to handle eating out, and to deal with the added temptations of the upcoming Holiday Season..  Were going to shed those unwanted pound and inches thru daily motivation and tips to help you start and complete the program and get the results that you are looking for!

So how does all this work?? 

Well the first week is call prep week.. This is so important as we focus on your mindset, we focus on getting you setup for success, we focus on making small changes that can be sustained for long term success. 

Next we start the PHYSICAL FITNESS portion ! I help you choose a Team Beachbody Fitness program that will best suit your needs and your fitness levels. We have something for everyone!! One of my absolute favorites is the 21 Day Fix. This changed my nutrition dramatically!! It was super easy to follow and opened my eyes to how and where I was off. The workouts are great as well as they offer a little bit of everything- Cardio, Weights, PlyoMetrics, Pilated, Upper and Lower Body !! Its a super fun mix !! And no worries if your just a beginner - there is a modifier for each program so that you can start at your own level.   

Lastly, each person is required to replace 1 meal a day with Shakeology for the 6 weeks of the group. The reason is this.  Shakeology is not a protein shake.  Its not comparable to Slim Fast or any other shake!  It’s like comparing apples to oranges.  When you look at Shakeology you are seeing high quality ingredients that are not processed, there are no artificial sweeteners or flavorings and it is going to help you lose weight because it’s portion controlled and it has the right carb to protein ratio that your body needs to make up a complete meal.  You can choose any meal during the day to replace with Shakeology.  I always suggest you choose the meal that you struggle with the most.  Some days I am crazy in the mornings with getting out the door to work, or traveling to tournaments on the weekends so it is my breakfast and other times its my lunch at work as I have back to back meetings and its easier to drink Shakeology in a meeting or on a conference call than bringing in a full lunch. It works perfect as dinner on busy sports and activities evenings and it keeps me out of the drive thru. The great part is you decide when it works best for you!!  You don’t have to commit to it forever, but give it 30 days!  It will help the transition to clean eating easier, it will help you get better results because your body is getting proper nutrition and can recover faster and at the end of the 6 weeks we can re evaluate to see where to go from here!

Every day you check into a group, it could be a Closed Facebook group or the Challenge Tracker App on your phone. Either way I will post in the group daily. Examples of posts can be Motivation, Tips, Recipes or Accountability. 

This is your safe place. Its a group of like minded people helping you, lifting you up on the hard days and celebrating with you on the good days. These groups were the game changer for me.. This was where the difference was.. I tried to do it on my own for years and continued to fail over and over. 

My Transformation

So now that I have told you all about - Are you in ? 

Just for some added motivation I spend some time on Pinterest and looked for some great styles that I want to ROCK this fall .. I recommend that you do the same! Post those pics in your house ! In your closet, in the bathroom, in the fridge, in the pantry, in your car !! Make it a constant reminder of what you are after !! 

Just because i am a mom in my 40's and have a busy crazy life, doesn't meant that I'm giving up on myself. You can ROCK your jeans at any age !! 

Do not let this be you!

Are you joining me ?  

Motivation & Inspiration 

That's it! We start on the 17th of October so don't delay! This is so much more than just dropping a Jean Size -- We are going to get you healthy and fit from the inside out! There are always going to be a million reasons why you are too busy, don't have time or don't have the $$ but trust me there will never be a perfect time!

You just have to take that leap of faith and TRUST that I will be there with you every single step of the way!

DEAL!

Let's do this!

If you have questions feel free to message me!

To reserve a spot in my Drop a Jeans Size Challenge Group please complete the application below!  There is a limited number of spaces and its first come first get!  

Hope to see you in the group, get to know you and together become fitter and healthier versions of ourselves!!!  DROP A JEANS SIZE WITH ME AT THE END!!!

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PoppySeed Casserole

Ever have a recipe that you make that reminds you of someone or something?? 

Well there is a story behind this one.... It goes back over 20+ years ago ! 

My husband and I (boyfriend back then) were invited over to my sisters house for dinner -- My mom shared that she was making some dish called PoppySeed Casserole !! 

Seriously - What the Heck was that?? 

So being the Smart Teenagers that we were , Merv and I went to the nearest McDonalds Drive thru and ate dinner on our way to her house... 

Joke was on us !! We both LOVED It !! 

Moral of the Story -- Dont judge a book by its cover ! Ya never know unless you TRY IT !! 

20 years later I make this dish on a regular basis and the whole family loves it!! 


Ingredients: 
1 1/2 lbs ground turkey
1/3 cup chopped onion
1/3 cup green pepper
2 - 15 oz cans of tomato sauce (No HFCS)
1/2 tsp Himalayan Salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1- 8 oz package of wide No Yolk Noodles
1- 8 oz cream cheese
1 cup cottage cheese
1/2 cup plain or greek yogurt 
1 Tbsp Poppyseed

Directions: 
Cook Turkey & Onion and Green Pepper
Add Sauce, Salt and Pepper
Cook Noodles 

Mix Cheeses w/ yougurt & Poppyseed.
Toss with Cooked Noodles 

Layer a 9x13 Dish 3/4 full with the noodle mixture
Add Meat to the center of the Noodle mixture 
Add remaining noodles to the top

Bake Covered 375, 30-35 Minutes
Uncover - Bake for 10-15 more minutes 

FREE - 7 Day Clean Eating Crock Pot Meals

Can you Smell what that Crock is Cooking? 

It feels like summer just ended, but I can feel the air changing... Its time for Comfort food !! My absolute favorite time of the year to cook is the FALL !! I love all the casseroles and Chili's and hot food that warms your belly !! 

Lets face it - I dont care if your young, or old with children or without.. We are all BUSY!! 
I think that most of us strive to eat healthy but many times we are faced with what is convenient !! 

Its TIME TO PULL OUT THE CROCK POT !! It can be your best friend. As long as you have an idea of what you want to make --- It makes cooking easy! I even started prepping in the evening and putting the crock pot in the fridge overnight.. In the morning I just have to turn it on !! 

Starting on October 10th Im hosting a FREE - Can you Smell what the Crock is Cooking group! I will share with you some of my favorite Health and delicious Crock Pot Recipes for a week ! 

So join me for 7 days of Clean Eating Crock Pot Meals!! 

If you would like to join, its super simple !! Just RSVP HERE

Chocolate Chia Pudding with Fruit

These little Chia Seeds that pack a big punch nutritionally remind me of Chocolate Tapioca pudding that my grandma used to make !! She would make this big huge pot and we would all stand in the kitchen with our bowls waiting for her to let us know when it was done.. See in our house it was best HOT right off the stove!!

 

It seemed so rare as most people knew Tapioca as white -- Not sure if my grandma invented her own recipe or not but all I do know is that my entire family loved it !!

 

Over the years I have tried to reproduce it -- Many batches tossed in the garbage !!

 

So here we are today and these little Chia seeds are being talked about... Hmmmm I think that its time to give it a try again and so I did !! It was really good!!

 

Serves 6 (1/4 cup each)

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 Cups  Unsweetened almond milk
• 1/2 Cup Chia Seeds
• 6  Tbsp. Organic Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
• 2 Tbsp. Pure Maple Syrup
• 2 tsp. Pure Vanilla Extract
• 1/4 tsp. Himalayan Salt
• 3 cups chopped fruit (I used blueberries)

It can be topped with Chopped Banana, fresh blueberries, fresh strawberries, fresh raspberries, chopped kiwi fruit or chopped pear.

 

NOTE: It was a little bit bitter to me -- So you could add additional maple syrup to sweeten. Since mine was already made -- I added a tsp of Almond Butter to it and it did the trick !!


Directions:
1. Combine the almond milk, chia seeds, cocoa powder, maple syrup, extract and salt in a large bowl; whisk vigorously for 2 minutes, or until cocoa powder is incorporated and pudding is well blended.
2. Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes; mix well.
3. Divide evenly into 6 small bowls ( I used little mason jars) and top each serving with 1/2 cup of fruit.


Another Note: I wanted mine to taste like my grandmas so I warm mine up before eating - then I top with fruit...

21 day Fix  - 1 Yellow, 1 Purple, 1/2 Orange, 1 Spoon (if you add the extra Almond Butter)

Source: Fixate Cookbook

Beans - Did you know they can lower your Cholestrol?

My journey truly started once I was told that my Cholesterol was high and I needed to be put on medication. I was not ready for that - heart disease runs in my family. I lost my dad way to young to heart disease and I knew where this could be headed.

 

I started on a mission to find alternative and preventative  ways to better my health and lower my cholesterol NATURALLY without the use of medications.


One of the ways to lower your cholesterol is thru changes to your Nutrition.

 

Beans are one of the best foods that you can eat to do that.

 So I started to eat more BEANS!!

Actually I was not a fan.. I  shyed away from chili for years because most had beans. I thought that they were dry and tasteless... I guess for me as I got older I started to try new things, different recipes and I came to the realization that WOW - these really are pretty good!! They come in all different shapes and sizes, colors etc.. and the best part is that they are good for you !!

  

Here are 6 ways beans help lower your cholesterol:

1. They’re rich in fiber, including soluble fiber, which helps lower total cholesterol, LDL (“bad”) cholesterol and triglyceride (fat) levels in your blood
2. They’re a good source of resistant starch, which helps lower your cholesterol
3. They contain phytosterols, the plant form of cholesterol, which help lower your cholesterol levels
4. They’re cholesterol free
5. They’re trans fat free. Trans fat raises your cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
6. They’re low in fat, especially saturated fat, which increases your cholesterol levels

So what kind of Beans can you eat?

• Pintos, black beans, chickpeas, lentils, navy beans, great northern, peas, etc.
• Start with 1/2 cup a day and work your way up to  1- 2 cups a day

There are a variety of ways to get in those servings:

• Salads
• Chili's (Buffalo Chicken Chili)
• Soups
• Burritos
• Fajitas
• Tacos
• Enchiladas - (Black Bean Chicken Enchiladas)
• Dips
• Spreads
• Desserts (Black Bean Brownies)
• Crock Pot Recipes - (Salsa Chicken)

Another way is to replace your Meat with beans ! They are packed with protein, minus the saturated fat - the bad stuff that can put you at risk of raising your cholesterol levels and heart disease.