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FIXATE Power Gummies

Nikki — Tue, 10 Nov 2020 21:00:33 +0000

Gummy bears, gummy worms, gummy rings, gummy sharks, and the list goes on… what do these all have in common? They are all gummy candy filled with sugar and artificial flavorings. How about a gummy bear that is good for you and provides fuel for your next training session? Check out FIXATE Power Gummies in the link below!! Yes, you make these gummies in your own kitchen!! They are much simpler than you may think and you can use any candy mold that you may have. “If you’re on the Endurance Athlete Nutrition Path in Ultimate Portion Fix, these FIXATE Power Gummies are the perfect Yellow for you!”

FIXATE Power Gummies

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11 Grocery Shopping Tips to Make Healthy Eating Easier

Nikki — Mon, 12 Oct 2020 19:45:56 +0000

Grocery shopping can be overwhelming, especially when you are trying to shop healthy and efficiently. The options are endless, so where do you begin? Healthy foods don’t have to break the bank, but a little bit of planning and research can go a long way. Check out the link below for 11 grocery shopping tips to make healthy eating easier. Grocery shopping shouldn’t feel like a hassle… it’s all part of your healthy journey!!

11 Grocery Shopping Tips to Make Healthy Eating Easier

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FIXATE: Honey Roasted Carrots & Beets

Nikki — Wed, 10 Jun 2020 20:30:22 +0000

If you are looking for a great and healthy side dish for this summer, this FIXATE recipe is perfect!! Honey-Roasted Carrots and Beets dish is simple to prepare and so flavorful. Beets and carrots are both on the summer produce lists and have so many wonderful health benefits. Check out the link below to see how this tasty side dish can be prepared in your own kitchen!!

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Tips to Keep Your Leftovers from Spoiling

Nikki — Thu, 26 Mar 2020 18:00:45 +0000

Right now, more than ever, preserving foods in your refrigerator is so important. When you have leftovers and would like to keep them from spoiling, what is the proper way to do so? The following article explains tips on how to keep your leftovers from spoiling, and why food goes bad in the first place. These tips will not only help preserve food that you otherwise might throw away, but it also can save you so much money from buying more groceries!!

Tips to Keep Your Leftovers from Spoiling

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Pan-Roasted Salsify

Nikki — Wed, 29 Jan 2020 21:00:11 +0000

The following recipe is a pan-roasted salsify recipe that is an alternative to the usual root vegetables. Make sure to peel the outer layer like you would a potato and just roast the inner flesh. Salsify pairs well with any protein, so this recipe makes a great side dish and a healthy one with lots of fiber!!

https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/269447/pan-roasted-salsify/

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December Produce List

Nikki — Mon, 02 Dec 2019 22:15:00 +0000

December has arrived and winter is right around the corner, but don’t worry fresh produce is still available even when the flakes begin to fall!! Check out December’s Produce List and the options are still plentiful. The cold weather is no excuse for not eating fresh and healthy, but frozen fruits and veggies are still a great option when you can’t find fresh in the store.

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Baked Tomatoes Oregano

Nikki — Thu, 03 Oct 2019 20:00:42 +0000

Have some tomatoes left from the garden this year? Try this next recipe that makes a great side dish and is super simple to whip up. Baked Tomatoes Oregano is basically a healthier version of a mini pizza without all the carbs. The oregano is the star in this recipe in my opinion because it really helps pull all of it together and gives that extra zest!!

https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/25243/baked-tomatoes-oregano/?internalSource=staff%20pick&referringId=1070&referringContentType=Recipe%20Hub

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Health Benefits of Plums

Nikki — Thu, 11 Jul 2019 15:00:07 +0000

The next July produce item are plums. Plums belong to the Rosaceae family which include peaches, apricots, and nectarines. There are over 2,000 varieties of plums and they come in many colors. Plums are full of many health benefits as listed below. Plums are a great choice for boosting immunity and regulating cholesterol levels. Plums have been known to reduce anxiety because of its antioxidant properties. Dried plums are another great option, which “exerts anabolic and anti-resorptive actions, which aid in maintaining healthy bones”.

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FIXATE VOL. 2 Cookbook Now Available!!

Nikki — Tue, 04 Jun 2019 15:00:10 +0000

If you loved the FIXATE Volume 1 cookbook, well guess what is now available??? FIXATE Volume 2 is ready for purchase with 102 brand-new recipes!! “These new FIXATE recipes combine Autumn’s knowledge of nutritional balance with Bobby’s culinary expertise. Each recipe is measured for perfect portions using the principles of Ultimate Portion Fix.” Check out the link below for a little sneak-peek into the new cookbook.

Get the FIXATE Vol. 2 Cookbook

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Crock Pot Recipe: Not your average Pulled Chicken

Nikki — Wed, 05 Oct 2016 17:05:25 +0000

How many of you LOVE Pulled beef, but want a new or healthier version??? Well, I know my family loves pulled beef on Italian rolls… So, I thought I would try a “Pulled Chicken over Brown Rice” and it was PERFECT! Everyone loved it, even my two kids!

Directions:

1. Add into Crock Pot:

4 Chicken Breast (Add Desired amount of Chicken in CrockPot)
1 large onion
2 stalks of celery
3 cups of Chicken Broth
1 tbsp of Garlic Powder (you can also use minced or fresh garlic)

2. Put on High for 2-4 hours of Low for 6-8 hours

3. Use 2 forks and pull chicken apart

4. Turn off and Let sit for 10-15 min to pull all juice together

-While Chicken sits, make your brown rice/quinoa!

You Can make with a veggie or not, you can serve on rolls or over rice or quinoa, you make it however you want for YOUR family =)

***This Recipe Made for 2 Adults, 2 Children, and had left overs for 2 adult lunches!

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