Healthy Protein Buckeye Treats

Today’s post is sponsored by Acorn Influence and it’s advertiser #ProteinAtWalmart  Healthy Protein Buckeye Treats     For those of you that don't know what a Buckeye is, buckeyes are nuts that grow on trees and are related to the horse chestnut.We like to make a dessert that resembles them so we call them Buckeyes! It's a peanut butter ball dipped in chocolate that are are insanely good.  A traditional Buckeye recipe calls for … [Read more...]

Have a Muay Thai Holiday in Thailand

Have a Muay Thai Holiday in Thailand Those of you who are lucky and planning their next holiday at this moment have many different options. Even if you don’t have much money to spend, you can find many interesting travel destinations. We will get straight to the point and say that Thailand is definitely one of these destinations. After all, more than 20 million people who visited Thailand last year can’t be wrong, right?   Thailand is an … [Read more...]

60% off Hip Hop Abs DVD Workout !!

60% off Hip Hop Abs DVD Workout !! Get flat, sexy abs without ever doing a single crunch or sit-up with Hip Hop Abs Hip Hop Abs comes with 10 total workout routines including 3 bonus workouts and 3 bonus Learn to Dance workout routines across 3 DVDs Includes step-by-step nutrition guide, 30-day workout calendar, measurement card, and tape measure Bonus: 3 additional workouts, 3 Learn to Dance with Shaun T routines, Results on the Run … [Read more...]

6 Tricks for Dealing with Halloween Treats

Disclosure: This post was sponsored by the MetLife TRICARE Dental Program as part of an Ambassador Program for Influence Central. Halloween for most children means tons of free candy and a chance to build a stockpile of sweets for the winter. However, Halloween doesn't have to be a nightmare for your children's teeth. What better time to teach kids about good dental health habits while still allowing them to enjoy Halloween treats. 6 … [Read more...]

Lose Weight with Jenny Craig

Disclosure: I was provided a free Jenny Craig Weight Loss Starter Kit. However, the opinions expressed are entirely my own. Lose Weight with Jenny Craig Being a "stay at home mom" (work my butt off and don't get paid) means I’m always in the kitchen trying to find ways to cut back on calories for myself. I realize that there are a ton of options to lose weight, but they all require so much thought!   Diets that require different food than … [Read more...]

A Day in the Life of Princess

Disclosure: This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone.  #BrightMind #CollectiveBias Last week, I shared Princess's  story and how we switched her food to Purina® Pro Plan® BRIGHT MIND Dog Food. She's been on the new food for a little over a month now and I'm very happy to say that we've seen some great changes. She is more active and up and around the house more than she has been … [Read more...]

Dog Food for Older Dogs – Purina® Pro Plan® BRIGHT MIND

Disclosure: This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #BrightMind #CollectiveBias   My dog, Princess, has been part of this family for a long time.  The picture below was taken when we 1st adopted her. It seems like yesterday we saw her little brown and tan, Reese-cup colored face at the Petsmart Chihuahua rescue event. A Chihuahua and Dachshund mix, she was the cutest puppy I … [Read more...]

Follow the Signs of Summer to Outdoor Adventures

Follow the Signs of Summer to Outdoor Adventures Our family is on the move this summer! We have been boating, swimming, traveling, and enjoying some much deserved time off. With all of the activity going on, it is sometimes nice to slow things down and do something simple together that doesn't require a bunch of planning and logistics. When we visit my parents, there is this park near their house that we have visited as a family for many years. … [Read more...]

EASY Healthy Gluten-Free and Dairy-Free Lunch Box Ideas

  My daughter has been wanting to go Gluten Free for awhile now for many different reasons! I've been trying to figure out what to do about lunch at school. Options are obviously very limited especially when you add Dairy-free. When trying to find ideas for gluten-free lunch box ideas, they also seem to involve buying bread substitutes. These ideas are usually expensive and taste not to great!! Here are some bread-free lunch box ideas … [Read more...]

Healthy Cooking Tips: Kitchen Seasonings

Healthy Cooking Tips with your Kitchen Seasonings Learn how you can spice up your meals and give them lots of great flavor without all the added calories. Be sure to check out our homemade taco seasoning mix recipe that is delicious and so much better than the store bought packages of taco seasoning. Kitchen Seasonings: Herbs, spices and other seasonings are a natural and healthy way to add a lot of flavor to your recipes without adding a … [Read more...]

Healthy Cooking Tips: Homemade Salad Dressings Recipe

Healthy Cooking Tips: Homemade Salad Dressings Recipe Want to lose weight but not flavor? Today you will learn how to make Homemade Salad Dressings Recipes! Learn how you can spice up your meals and give them lots of great flavor without all the added calories. Last week, I shared with you, Healthy Cooking Tips with your Kitchen Seasonings. Making homemade seasonings is cheaper and also better for you in my opinion. You can make your … [Read more...]

Healthy Cooking Tips: Olive Oil

Make sure to check out all of our Healthy Cooking Tips including Homemade Salad Dressings and Kitchen Seasonings. You will learn how to make your own Homemade Taco Seasoning and also a delicious Balsamic Vinaigrette Salad Dressing Recipe!    Healthy cooking is easy. In many cases, your favorite recipes can be modified so they offer a healthier alternative. Get all the flavor with less fat and calories! Do you ever wonder which oils to cook … [Read more...]

Getting a Health Assessment before starting a Fitness Program with Walgreens Healthcare Clinic Louisville

I am a member of the Collective Bias® Social Fabric® Community. This content has been compensated as part of a social shopper amplification for Collective Bias and its client. All health related suggestions and opinions expressed in this post are all my own. #HealthcareClinic #CollectiveBias   After reaching the age of “gulp” 40, I’ve come to terms with the fact that I’m not getting any younger and that as time goes on, it will only … [Read more...]

Midnight Munchies: Defending Your Diet Against Late Night Snack Attack

Midnight Munchies: Defending Your Diet Against Late Night Snack Attack Calming The Craving Crazies Is there any pie leftover? Where's that last piece of birthday cake? I know I hid that Halloween candy somewhere. I bet some cheese dip would be great with these potato chips. Sound familiar? Most of us at one time or other have experienced the midnight munchies. We're watching the end of the movie, almost ready to turn in, and all of a sudden we … [Read more...]

Midnight Munchies: What Not To Eat Late At Night, And Why

Midnight Munchies: What Not To Eat Late At Night, And Why Midnight Munchies Series What Not To Eat Late At Night, And Why We all, young, middle-aged and professionals, usually stay up late because of home chores, late-night movies, or work. If there’s one thing that’s common in all of us, Midnight Munchies!! Let's admit it.  There will always be times when we crave a snack before bed.  Something sweet, something salty, something fried, … [Read more...]

Simple Food Swaps for a Healthier Thanksgiving

Want to be able to enjoy Thanksgiving this year without being in a food coma or having a bloated belly?  If you make an effort to eat well everyday, you don't have to throw your healthy habits out the window on Thanksgiving. Instead, clean up your favorite holiday meals with these healthy Thanksgiving swaps. We're not saying go full-on tofurkey...yuck!, but by choosing better-for-you ingredients, you can make the holiday healthier for you and … [Read more...]