by Julia | Sep 8, 2012 | Food Fuel, Real Food Tips, Sides & Dips
It’s going on six years since I’ve returned to my alma mater for a tailgate and a football game, but today is the day!! I have flashbacks from college, and the crisp fall days, manic student cheering section, “kegs ‘n eggs” and booze,...
by Julia | Sep 4, 2012 | Body Composition, Diet Dogma & Weight Loss, Food Fuel, Sports Fuel
While walking around a local lake last week, I passed by a cheerful, yet serious walker in her early 30’s. She was the type with the hard, swinging arms (not laughing, I’ve been there before), and a pace at about a 10-minute mile. Sporting a pink t-shirt...
by Julia | Aug 30, 2012 | Food Fuel, Real Food Tips
As Kyle was waking up from his surgery last Friday afternoon, I was anxious to see how he was feeling and how many funny things he would say while drugged up (is it bad that I took a video of him??). A bit nauseous post-surgery, the nurse walked in to check on how he...
by Julia | Aug 25, 2012 | Breakfast, Food Fuel, Real Food Tips, Recipe Fuel, Sports Nutrition
Before Moving to top 10 breakfast for morning,One must know that Not all people are born the same and different persons have their own distinctive immunity system. While some people find no problems handling hay, some others start sneezing in the presence of the same....
by Julia | Aug 22, 2012 | Food Fuel, Healthy Living, Life Fuel, Real Food Tips
I had a recent awakening at our local Farmers’ Market last weekend, which I’ve been neglecting from crazy summer travel and busyness. I am thanking my lucky stars that it’s open for several more months, because I have been missing out BIG time! The...
by Julia | Aug 17, 2012 | Body Composition, Healthy Living, Life Fuel, Sports Fuel, Stress
Everyone has their own preferences when it comes to work. They often say that people who love what they do are lucky, because they get to fulfill their dreams and earn for their living, all at the same time. If you or a loved one has been hurt on the job and your...
by Julia | Aug 13, 2012 | Baked Goods, Recipe Fuel, Sports Food, Sweets & Snacks
This past weekend was a rainy one, and despite it being summer, I felt the need to bust out some comfort food in the kitchen! I opened the cupboards and saw minimal ingredients to work with… except for a bag of enticing cashews. Cashews, or “shews”...
by Julia | Aug 8, 2012 | Food Basics, Food Fuel
Two years ago, eggs (more like egg whites!) were a crucial part of my morning wake-up. A quick crack, and then I’d use the shells to sift out each egg white, leaving the yolk for the drain. If even a little yolk escaped to the pan, I would grab a spoon and...
by Julia | Jul 28, 2012 | Recipe Fuel, Soups, Salads, & Veggies
Leafing through an old school Fannie Farmer Cookbook last weekend, I was hunting for an inspirational, light dish to bring for a gathering. The Waldorf salad caught my eye, but called for store-bought mayo and a few different seasonings, so I twisted it (of course)...
by Julia | Jul 24, 2012 | Food Basics, Food Fuel, Uncategorized
The addiction started in college, and only accelerated as I entered the workforce. Morning coffee? I’ll take Diet Pepsi instead, thank you. Lunch beverage of choice? Diet Pepsi. Afternoon crash? Diet Pepsi. An excuse to get a quick breather from work? Diet...
by Julia | Jul 18, 2012 | Recipe Fuel, Sides & Dips
Just last weekend, my husband, our friends and I were mowing on this exact recipe on a 90 degree + day. Who doesn’t love guac on a hot summer day!? With an empty bowl and recipe requests, I promised to pass along my concoction of creamy, buttery, citrus-y (is...
by Julia | Jul 15, 2012 | Recipe Fuel, Sweets & Snacks
In a world of vices, mine may or may not include dark chocolate. I’m talking at least 80% organic, creamy, just a tad rich, succulent, cocoa deliciousness. Even one small square can send a cascade of flavor to my tastebuds, leaving me satisfied without the carb...
