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Valentine's Day Protein Pancakes

Feb 13, 2019
2 min

Valentine's Day Protein Pancakes

Happy Valentines Day, fit fam! Last week, you guys asked me to share my favourite, drool-worthy Mixed Berry Protein Pancake recipes with you. So, I figured that a day as sweet as Valentine’s Day deserved an even sweeter breakfast companion. HOWEVER, I will warn you… whether you’re celebrating today with your one true love or not, I can pretty much guarantee that you’ll have a better time with these Mixed Berry Protein Pancakes. (So, cancel your plans immediately - because the

Healthy No-Sugar-Added Banana Bread

Jan 10, 2019
2 min

Healthy No-Sugar-Added Banana Bread

Ah, banana bread… It’s the ultimate comfort food: it’s sweet, warm, and oh-so-comforting. Especially this banana bread. It’s sweet enough just the way it is - without any processed sugar added - because everything used to sweeten this recipe comes from natural ingredients, like maple syrup! That way, not only does it taste delicious, but it’s also filled with lots of good-for-you ingredients that will make you feel amazing from the inside out. Try this recipe out as a sweet b

Chicken Soyaki Macro Bowl

Jan 6, 2019
2 min

Chicken Soyaki Macro Bowl

One of my favourite things about my recent trip to Florida (you know, other than going to Disney World and Harry Potter World…) was getting to visit Trader Joe’s and stock up on all my fave spices, sauces, snacks and seasonings. Yes, I’m one of the few that actually considers a trip to the grocery store THAT exciting. But, with so many creative, healthy & “wellness-inspired” food products sold at Trader Joes that you simply can’t find at any other grocery store in Canada, you

Morning Glory Protein Breakfast Muffins

Dec 5, 2018
2 min

Morning Glory Protein Breakfast Muffins

Growing up, I remember seriously disliking the “healthy” muffins they’d sell at coffee shops and bake shops. You know the ones - the Blueberry Bran and Morning Glory Muffins that would be filled to the brim with good-for-you ingredients like nuts, seeds and fibre. Ugh, fibre. I didn’t get the point. To me, a muffin was kinda like a cupcake. By choosing to eat a muffin for breakfast, I was already making the conscious decision to indulge in something sweet and likely unhealthy

Smoked Salmon Breakfast Tacos

Nov 28, 2018
2 min

Smoked Salmon Breakfast Tacos

Who doesn’t love tacos? They’re fun to eat, easy to make and never boring! Speaking of boring… I think I’ve gotta come clean. I’ve been eating relatively the same thing every morning for about a month now: two slices of whole grain toast - one with avocado, the other with smoked salmon and cream cheese - and a cup of scrambled egg whites. Luckily, it’s absolutely delicious, has the perfect balance of protein, carbohydrates & fats and never ceases to satisfy. However, this mor

High Protein Carrot Cake

Nov 19, 2018
2 min

High Protein Carrot Cake

Last weekend was the Santa Claus Parade here in Toronto, which means that from now until December 25th, every radio station, every advertisement and every store in the entire city has permanently switched on their Christmas spirit. The world gets a little more festive. There’s lots of Mariah Carey & Michael Bublé in the air. And all I want to do is eat my weight in baked goods until it’s Spring again. Don’t get me wrong, I love the holidays. But, in November!? I mean, I’m sti

Easy Protein Crepes Recipe

Oct 18, 2018
2 min

Easy Protein Crepes Recipe

Earlier this week, I decided to experiment with my existing Protein Pancake recipe to see if there was an even easier way to make them. (Currently, you have to whip the egg whites before incorporating the rest of the ingredients in order to create that classic, thick & fluffy texture of traditional pancakes.) But sometimes, it’s just not as easy to whip together when you’re running around doing a million other things. And that morning, I wanted easy. I’m talking, “throw-every

My Fave Food Hacks

Aug 23, 2018
2 min

My Fave Food Hacks

Have you guys checked out my Top 5 Nutrition Tips & Hacks video on IGTV yet? You may not know it, but this yummy-looking breakfast incorporates TONS of little 'hacks' that make this meal BOTH delicious & macro-friendly! (It even uses Tip # 3 that I shared in my latest IGTV vid.) If you want to know what my fave NUTRITION-related tips are, make sure to watch the full video! I also wanted to share a few more FOOD-related that apply directly to this breakfast here: 1. Frozen Ber

Cinnamon Swirl Protein Pancakes

Aug 19, 2018
2 min

Cinnamon Swirl Protein Pancakes

The protein pancakes are BACK! I honestly can’t think of a better way to start my Sunday than by pouring myself a hot cup of coffee, cranking up the tunes & making myself some absolutely delicious Cinnamon Swirl Protein Pancakes. Since it’s been such a crazy week, I find that starting my morning with my FAVE breakfast is one of the best ways to set myself up for a positive & productive day. (Plus, that PB & banana combo is just absolutely DIVINE!) I N G R E D I E N T S: 3/4 c

Vanilla Protein Chia Pudding

Aug 7, 2018
1 min

Vanilla Protein Chia Pudding

You already know how obsessed I am with turning delicious breakfast foods into delicious AND healthy breakfast foods - so here we are again with another chia pudding recipe for y'all. Although chia pudding is typically filled with tons of healthy fats (thanks to the Omega 3's found in chia seeds) which are excellent for long-duration energy storage & promote heart and brain health, there isn't quite enough protein in there to help preserve muscle mass, promote muscle growth o

Loukoumania: Greek Sweets You Can Feel Good About - From The Outside In!

Aug 4, 2018
3 min

Loukoumania: Greek Sweets You Can Feel Good About - From The Outside In!

Last weekend, Kyle & I had the incredible opportunity to check out this fun, new Greek bakery & cafe in Vaughan, called Loukoumania. The cafe is named after their specialty treat, loukoumades (pronounced loo-koo-mah-thes), which is a traditional Greek dessert made up of fried dough soaked in honey - so that when you bite into it, you get a delicious burst of sweet and savoury flavours all in one. At Loukoumania, you also get to customize your loukoumades with as many toppings

Turkey Burgers, Sweet Potato Fries & Easy Summer Salad

Aug 3, 2018
2 min

Turkey Burgers, Sweet Potato Fries & Easy Summer Salad

Mmm... this is the ULTIMATE summer dinner idea! It has the perfect balance of protein, complex carbs and healthy fats. Plus, it’s just super delicious! The best part? You don’t even need to cook the Turkey Burgers on a barbecue for them to taste like summertime. Just throw them on a grooved cast-iron skillet to get that same “barbecued” look, or cook them on a regular non-stick skillet. Nothing is off limits here! Enjoy with a nice, fresh homemade mojito, because it’s all abo

Banana Nut Protein Pancakes

Jul 12, 2018
2 min

Banana Nut Protein Pancakes

Mmm… the banana-nut combination will ALWAYS be one of my favourites. Whether it’s in muffins, cakes, cookies or pancakes, you can’t go wrong with this killer combo. These Banana Nut Protein Pancakes are a simple, easy and healthy alternative to my classic high-protein pancake recipe. There’s even less fuss (because you don’t even have to whip the egg whites) and - if you’re a big fan of bananas like me - it’s honestly even more delicious! TIP: Try prepping these pancakes in b

Low-Carb Egg White & Lox Omelette

Jun 16, 2018
2 min

Low-Carb Egg White & Lox Omelette

Honestly, smoked salmon is so underrated! It’s a great source of protein, has a lot of healthy fats & Omega-3’s and is just incredibly versatile. It’s great on sandwiches, in salads, or even for breakfast. You guys may not know this, but whenever I’m planning on going out for brunch, the first menu item I ALWAYS look for is Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict with home fries. I don’t know what it is, but it’s just so damn delicious. That melt-in-your-mouth texture of the smoked salmo

Why Eating Carbs After A Workout Is Actually GOOD For You

Jun 14, 2018
1 min

Why Eating Carbs After A Workout Is Actually GOOD For You

This may look like just another breakfast post, but this gorgeous, high-protein oat bowl is actually my POST-WORKOUT meal. Yes, eating carbs after a workout is actually GOOD for you! Here's why... While you're out there smashing a killer leg workout, your muscles are using up all of your glycogen stores as its primary source of fuel. This results in your muscles being (partially) depleted of glycogen. (To simplify things a little... glycogen = glucose = sugar = carbs.) After

Rustic Italian Chicken Noodle Soup

Jun 11, 2018
2 min

Rustic Italian Chicken Noodle Soup

A few weeks ago, I decided to experiment with various styles of Chicken Noodle Soup recipes to try to fight off a virus that was still lingering. (We ALL know that chicken noodle soup is the ULTIMATE comfort food when you’re feeling sick!) Not only were they ALL delicious, but my efforts to nourish myself back to health was surprisingly very effective. Since you guys already loved my Vietnamese Chicken Noodle Soup recipe, I thought I’d throw this recipe into the mix for you t

How To Build A Macro Bowl Based On Your Goals

May 14, 2018
2 min

How To Build A Macro Bowl Based On Your Goals

Wondering how I build my lunches so that I’m not eating the same thing every day, minimizing prep work, but also able to maintain my goals? I always follow the same sort of framework for creating the BEST macro bowls that suit my overall fitness goals. Usually, I’ll prep all of my core ingredients (listed below) in bulk, and then mix and match them whenever I need to create unique & tasty bowl each time. Here are a few tips on how to build your own MACRO BOWL: Pick a leafy GR

High Protein Yogurt Bowl

May 6, 2018
2 min

High Protein Yogurt Bowl

Anyone else have a hard time getting their protein in at breakfast? Whether you’re not a fan of eating egg whites every morning or just can’t do protein shakes - this yogurt bowl is for you. Personally, I think it’s SO important to have at least 25-30g of protein for your first meal of the day. Protein takes longer for your body to break down, keeping you fuller & more satisfied for longer - as well as lowering your glucose and insulin levels. Studies also show that people wh

Easy, High Protein Chocolate Mug Cake

May 1, 2018
2 min

Easy, High Protein Chocolate Mug Cake

Mmmm, cake… I will ALWAYS have a soft spot for cake. A lot of you may not know, but I actually used to bake and sell my cakes to friends & family. From classic Chocolate Hazelnut cakes to giant Cinnamon Roll-inspired coffee cakes (with actual cinnamon rolls piled high on top), the cakes I created were a thing of beauty. Not to mention, I used to work for the Cake Queen herself, Yolanda Gampp, for almost two full years. So, I think it’s safe to say that cake and I have a loooo

Loaded Nacho-Inspired Egg Whites

Apr 24, 2018
1 min

Loaded Nacho-Inspired Egg Whites

Whenever I think of "celebration food", I ALWAYS feel like nachos have to be involved. That's why I really wanted to create an easy low-carb, high-protein Loaded Nacho-Inspired Egg Whites to celebrate all this amazing stuff happening this week, while still sticking to my cut. (Yes, it's SO possible!!) This baby's got bacon bits, salsa, avocado, and it's even got jalapeños for an extra "kick". Trust me, you won't even miss the nachos here. I N G R E D I E N T S: - 1 cup liquid