When the weather gets hot I love to host and attend as many barbecues as possible. Unfortunately, the typical spread of hamburgers, hot dogs, ribs and potato salad can wreak havoc with your diet so here are my 10 tips to stay slim during summer BBQ season. If you are hosting the barbecue it’s up to you to serve healthier fare but when attending you don’t have that option.
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HEALTHY, EASY EGG RECIPES
My healthy, easy egg recipes will have you licking your lips and begging for more! Protein is one of the main building blocks to a healthy diet and eggs are one of the best options available. Eggs have only 70 calories, no carbs and 7 grams of high quality protein plus other nutrients. They are readily available, cheap, low calorie, gluten free, and extremely versatile. I love eggs simply cooked but adding extra ingredients can easily turn them into a really special meal or snack.
Read MoreHEALTHY HOLIDAY HOME COOKING
This time of year centers around family and food so I wanted to share my favorite healthy holiday home cooking recipe with you. All of us have different traditions and I thought it would be fun for us to exchange some of our treasured recipes. I do let my hair down at this time of year but I still try to maintain a good balance between nutritious and decadent foods.
TIMES UP: GETTING SLIM WITH TIMED FASTING
Throughout the years, I’ve tried it all – fad diets, crash diets, supplements, cleanses, calorie counting and more! The benefit of having tried everything is that I know what actually works for me and when I can expect results. One thing that has always helped me to jump start my metabolism and maintain a healthy lifestyle is timed fasting.
How to Count Calories in Your Sixties
There’s nothing better than meeting up with an old friend over drinks and delicious appetizers. I adore preparing my son’s favorite meals when he comes home for a visit. And don’t even get me started on how I feel about all the treats that come with the holiday season. Food is an integral and happy part of life that brings people together. However, it’s important that women – especially those of us in our 60’s and older – are fully in the know as to how much food and what types of food our bodies need for optimal performance and health. It’s important to know how to count calories in your sixties.
