Immediately after having Ainsley, I started on a major smoothie kick. I’ve always loved smoothies, but with a little one they became a necessity for getting a lot of nutrition into one easy-to-prepare meal. I’m planning on doing a post later in the year on protein powders and how to choose one that’s best for you, but until then, I thought I would share with you my g0-to smoothie. I drink one almost every day for either breakfast or lunch, although … Read More
Berry-Orange Smoothie with Heritage Reserve Oranges
A number of weeks ago, before Ainsley arrived, the sweet people over at Heritage Reserve Naval Oranges offered to send me a case of their oranges for review. Joe loves oranges, so he was as excited as could be, but I was a little hesitant. You see, I’m not really a fan of oranges. There, I said it! It’s not that I mind them, but I rarely sit down and eat an orange for a snack because I always find … Read More
Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie (aka The Healthy Girl’s Milkshake)
Now that our first full week of January is underway, I’m finding myself with a serious case of winter blahs. Don’t get me wrong, it’s not seasonal depression or anything of the sort, but I find it incredibly difficult to jump from the warmth, glow and excitement of the Christmas season to the bone-chilling routine of January. Maybe if 2013 was a little less wonderful I wouldn’t be so sad to let it go and would have anticipated the arrival … Read More
Tropical Coconut Smoothie
Thanks to everyone who entered the Larabar giveaway. The winner is Roxy who said: E-mail me at madisonjanemayberry@gmail.com and I will get your Larabars in the mail! On Tuesday I had the pleasure of visiting the dentist and having four fillings done. It was, as you can imagine, about as fun as it sounds. Two new cavities and two old repairs makes for one awfully sore mouth and some pretty numb lips. I really should do a better job … Read More
Berry-Love Smoothies
Inevitably, as Valentine’s Day creeps closer, I start to think about people I love and cherish. I’m fortunate to have quite a few of those individuals in my life, and on February 14th I plan to make sure they all know how deeply I care for them. And while it’s so important to love those around us, I think it’s time we start showing our bodies a little bit more love, too. Body-image and weight isn’t something I’ve talked much … Read More
Pumpkin Pie Smoothie
After this past weekend, are you in need of something to lighten you up? Would you rather just be eating pumpkin pie? Yeah, I’m with you on that one. I don’t care how many times I’ve had it, I love pumpkin pie and I wish it stuck around longer than just two months. What keeps my cravings at bay these days? Pumpkin Pie Smoothies. If you follow any health blogs, you’ve probably seen a recipe or two similar to this … Read More
Fruit and Veggie Smoothie
Most nights before dinner I do a mental tally to track how many fruits and veggies I’ve had throughout the day, and most nights it’s not much of an uplifting experience. I’ll be honest, sometimes my food ‘pyramid’ is dismally out of balance. Heavy on the carbohydrates, low on fruits and veggies, you know the drill. And while I’ve never been much of a fruit juice or V8 drinker, I am a big advocate of the smoothie. I’ve had quite … Read More