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Eat bread to lose weight!

May 26, 2023

Have you been led to believe that you need to give up bread to lose weight? You DO NOT! Weight gain is caused from excess calories; it doesn’t matter if those calories come from protein, carbs, or fat. If you are like me and LOVE bread, trying to restrict it will leave you feeling deprived.…

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My 3 Favorite Kitchen Gadgets for Weight Loss

April 7, 2023

I love a good kitchen gadget. They make preparing your meals easier, faster and can support you in your weight loss goals.  I am always on the lookout for new gadgets that save me time and effort in the kitchen. I have bought my fair share of gadgets that were flubs. It is so disappointing to…

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Trader Joe's Stuffed Peppers ready-to-eat meal

My 3 Favorite Ready-to-Eat Meals

October 27, 2022

Don’t let this busy season derail you. “I don’t have time to make dinners that support my weight loss.” You don’t have time and then end up eating crap! I hear this all the time. Let me tell you…You do NOT need to be prepping all your meals for the week ahead of time. You do…

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My Favorite Trader Joe’s Holiday Products 2020

November 24, 2020

You know I love Trader Joe’s. There are so many amazing products that I recommend in my online program. Now that the holidays are upon us, I’ve hit Trader Joe’s to pick up some favorites and get their latest holiday products. Now you know just what to buy! Asparagus or Mushroom Risotto These creamy delicious…

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