Protein shakes are usually associated with bulking up and helping you gain muscle. So, many might wonder, do protein shakes make you gain weight? Anything can make you gain weight if not done in moderation, but protein shakes as part of your regular, healthy diet will not add on pounds....
5 Healthy 4th of July Recipes from FIXATE
It's the 4th of July weekend so it’s time to start planning your weekend plans!! If your plans involve food then you have come to the right place. Not only food though, healthy, festive recipes that are great options for the holiday weekend. I’m not saying treat yourself for the...
How Many Calories Are Actually in a Chicken Breast?
“According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), one 120g serving of boneless, skinless chicken breast has 193 calories, with 36 grams of protein, 4 grams of fat, and zero carbs.” Chicken breast is a very popular food choice by many and fairly simple to make. Its versatility is...
What 100 Calories of Vegetables Looks Like
100 calories doesn’t seem like a lot of food when you are talking about snacks and desserts, but when it comes to veggies, you may be surprised how much food you can get for 100 calories!! That’s why vegetables are a great option for losing weight, because a lot goes...
Fitspiration Friday
Fitspiration Friday… Congratulations to Taylor who lost 13.7 pounds with Portion Fix. "You don't need to have huge portions to feel satisfied, just the RIGHT portions and the RIGHT food. This allowed me to still be able to eat things I love while following a nutrition plan." Way to go,...
National Zucchini Bread Day
National Zucchini Bread Day means enjoying some delicious and healthy bread!! Homemade breads don’t have to be bad for you… try the following recipe with some all-natural, healthier ingredient substitutes!! “Applesauce and coconut oil give it great texture and a touch of sweetness. Even though it’s better for you this...
How to Build a Healthier Grilled Cheese
It’s National Grilled Cheese Day and who doesn’t like homemade grilled cheese?!? Unfortunately bread and cheese aren’t the healthiest options when it comes to nutritional needs. The good news is there are a lot of options to make grilled cheese healthier without sacrificing taste. Check out some tips below on...
Vanilla Ginger Chiller
A morning tea, an afternoon drink, an evening cocktail… whatever you want to call it, this next recipe is a great beverage for anytime of the day!! Vanilla Ginger Chiller is a smoothie recipe that “checks all the right boxes”. Easy to make, creamy texture, and sweet and zesty flavor,...
An Eating Disorder Resource Guide
“According to Harvard’s T.H. Chan School of Public Health, 9% of the U.S. population — about 28.8 million people — will suffer from an eating disorder in their lifetime.” That’s a pretty staggering statistic and unfortunately many more are suffering that are not even diagnosed. If you or someone you...
Chickpea Curry with Chicken
It’s National Curried Chicken Day, so I’m sharing a favorite of mine… Chickpea Curry with Chicken. The best part of this dish are the chickpeas and delicious sauce. If you aren’t a fan of Indian cuisine, you may want to give this a try before you rule it out because...