In our fast moving lives, it seems that we rarely have time for the most important meal of the day. For an on-the-run breakfast, try Overnight Oatmeal. Simply fill a mason jar with oatmeal along with your favorite toppings, and refrigerate overnight. These yummy oats are a perfect way to start your day, and can also be an excellent pre-workout choice. INGREDIENTS 1/4 cup rolled oats (gluten-free) 1 tbsp chia seeds 1/2 to 3/4 cup almond milk or 1 container (5.3 oz) Greek yogurt, any flavor liquid

Shout out to Oakland’s own Chef Lamont for this week’s low-carb, protein packed recipe. This delicious Crab Salad is easy to make and perfect served over lettuce, cucumber chips, or on crackers.Chef Lamont’s Crab SaladINGREDIENTS1 lb Jumbo Lump Crab meat (remove shell or cartilage)½ lb Claw Crab meat (remove shells or cartilage) 1 celery stalk (peeled and diced)4-6 finely sliced fresh green onions1 tsp minced fresh dill½ Fresno Chile (1/8-inch diced) 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juiceI tsp

Each color in fruits and vegetables is caused by specific phytonutrients, which are natural chemicals that help protect plants from germs, bugs, the sun’s harmful rays, and other threats.Below is a breakdown of each color’s specific nutrients. Red: These fruits and vegetables contain phytochemicals, including lycopene and ellagic acid. These powerful nutrients have been studied for their cancer-fighting effects and antioxidant that supports heart health. Orange/Yellow: These

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What is YOUR favorite fall/winter soup? As temperatures outside continue to drop, our bodies naturally seek warmth. Warm your body from the inside out with this creamy, comforting Butternut Squash Apple Soup. (Photo and recipe courtesy of Kylee Cooks)BUTTERNUT SQUASH APPLE SOUP Ingredients 3 cups butternut squash peeled and cut into cubes 4 cups vegetable stock 1 cup onion diced 1 cup apple peeled, diced 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper 1 pinch nutmeg Instructions Add all ingredients to a

Can you say Yummmmm!!! Gluten-free Brownie Batter Oats is like eating dessert for breakfast… only without the guilt! ????   Nutritional Facts (1 serving) – Calories: 537 | Fat: 20g | Carbohydrates: 64g | Protein: 32g Recipe Inspired by & Photo Courtesy of: Running on Real Food   INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup (50 g) rolled oats 3/4 […]

A classic cucumber and tomato salad just got better with the addition of avocados and cilantro, with a light and flavorful lemon dressing.   Cucumber + Tomato + Avocado Salad Photo & Recipe Courtesy of Natasha’s Kitchen Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes | Yields: 4 Servings   INGREDIENTS 1 lb Roma […]

This Citrus Avocado Salad is almost too pretty to eat! ????????????????   Recipe by The Kitchen Magpie   Prep Time: 20 Minutes | Yields: 3 Servings   INGREDIENTS 6-8 cups arugula 1-2 medium cara cara oranges or one large grapefruit peeled and sectioned 1-2 medium navel oranges peeled and sectioned 1 medium ripe avocados peeled […]

I’ve been on a sweet potato kick lately… and for good reason! Besides being rich in fiber this sweet-tasting root vegetable contains an array of vitamins and minerals including iron, calcium, selenium, and they’re a good source of most of our B vitamins and vitamin C. Sweet potatoes are also high in an antioxidant known […]

Going into your workout fueled and ready to go will maximize the work you do when you train. For your pre-workout nutrition, you want to focus on foods that are high in carbs, moderate in protein, and low in fat and fiber. Carbs are your main fuel source for activity and, just as important, it’s […]