Chewy Flax Bars

March 9th , 2010 → 11:57 am @ Nathan & Jenni Oates

Chewy Flax Bars

I have a delicious protein bar recipe that I make almost weekly for our kids (and me, of course!) but I decided to experiment this weekend to see if I could make it totally gluten free (the other bars have oats) since I know so many people have gluten issues.  These bars are totally gluten [...]

Category : Food / Recipes / Soy Protein

Is Your Organic Food Really Organic?

March 6th , 2010 → 1:40 pm @ Nathan & Jenni Oates

Is Your Organic Food Really Organic?

This investigation is somewhat alarming, especially since I personally have been one of the thousands who have grabbed a bag of organic veggies without ever reading the label! But don’t despair. There is still a plan B.
We are a part of a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) where we can be assured of what we are [...]

Category : Diet / Diet / Food / Kids Nutrition

Peanut Butter Banana Bites

March 2nd , 2010 → 11:01 am @ Nathan & Jenni Oates

Peanut Butter Banana Bites

Great for kids and adults!
INGREDIENTS:

2 T Natural peanut butter**
1 T Low-fat Stoneyfield Farms vanilla flavored yogurt
1/3 ea Banana, sliced
dash Cinnamon
1 ea. Flour (or Gluten free) tortilla, 6 inch in diameter**

DIRECTIONS:
Combine peanut butter and yogurt in a small bowl and stir until blended. Spread peanut butter mixture over tortilla. Arrange sliced banana in a single layer [...]

Category : Diet / Food / Kids Nutrition / Recipes

Apple Cinnamon Spice Energy Tea

March 2nd , 2010 → 10:50 am @ Nathan & Jenni Oates

Apple Cinnamon Spice Energy Tea

Ingredients:
1 stick Cinch Energy Tea Mix
6 oz. hot water
2 tbsp. unsweetened apple juice
1 tsp. orange juice
Dash of cinnamon
Directions:
Heat water and mix with one stick of Energy Tea Mix unsweetened. Add apple juice, orange juice, and cinnamon. Stir and sip.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 22   Protein: 0g   Carbohydrate: 4g   Fat: 0g   Fiber: 0g

Category : Cinch Inch Loss / Diet / Food / Recipes / Weight Loss

Receive $100 Worth of Shaklee FREE!

March 1st , 2010 → 12:43 pm @ Nathan & Jenni Oates

Receive $100 Worth of Shaklee FREE!

Have you been saying you want to get healthy, but don’t know where to start?  Well, we know where to start!
The 21CD Program is the perfect way to ease yourself into a healthier lifestyle or propel you forward in your existing journey.  Listen to FREE health teachings and earn FREE product! It’s that SIMPLE!
Receive $100.00 [...]

Category : "Swap Out" Sunday / Cinch Inch Loss / Detox / Food / Health Solutions / Health Solutions / Helpful Tips / Kids Nutrition / Nutrition / Pregnancy and Post / Shaklee / Supplementing / Supplementing / Weight Loss

Digestive Health Plan

February 26th , 2010 → 10:40 am @ Nathan & Jenni Oates

Digestive Health Plan

While, as you follow the plan outlined below, you should begin seeing somefairly immediate improvements, you should commit to following this plan closely for at least 6 months in order give your system an opportunity to significantly begin to heal.
First, here are a few DON’Ts:
** Immediately eliminate all fried foods, period. Absolutely none during this [...]

Category : Diet / Diet / Food / Health Solutions / Healthy Nutrition / Kids Nutrition / Nutrition / Shaklee

Pesticide & Chemical Free Vegetables–Join the Co-Op

February 21st , 2010 → 10:41 pm @ Nathan & Jenni Oates

Pesticide & Chemical Free Vegetables–Join the Co-Op

Fresh, Local, Chemical-Free Produce!

Hello friends of Eco-Gardens CSA!
Today’s sunshine provides a glimpse of spring weather soon to come!
If you are looking for chemical free and pesticide free produce, this is the place to get it. Co-ops are great ways to cut costs and get delicious, healthy food straight from the farm. Our family is really [...]

Category : Diet / Diet / Food / Kids Nutrition

Garlic: Nature’s “Wonder Drug”

February 19th , 2010 → 2:53 pm @ Nathan & Jenni Oates

Garlic: Nature’s “Wonder Drug”

Sometimes called nature’s “wonder drug,” garlic is a powerful antibiotic that fights bacteria, parasites, fungi, and viruses.  Studies have shown it to be more effective in some cases than penicillin.  A growing body of research shows its effectiveness in preventing heart disease and stroke by lowering both cholesterol levels and blood pressure.
Garlic contains many preventative, [...]

Category : Antibiotics / Detox / Food / Health Solutions / Health Solutions / Healthy Nutrition / Kids Nutrition / Nutrition / Shaklee / Supplementing

2 Types of Shaklee Protein

February 17th , 2010 → 4:11 pm @ Nathan & Jenni Oates

2 Types of Shaklee Protein

Energyzing Soy Protein

Delivers Sustained Energy, with Highest Quality Plant Based Protein Available!
This low-fat, non-GMO (non-genetically modified organism) biologically complete protein contains all nine essential amino acids. It’s ideal for the entire family, giving you 14 grams of heart-healthy soy protein per serving. More than a healthy snack alternative, Energizing Soy Protein is a delicious way [...]

Category : Cinch Inch Loss / Diet / Diet / Food / Health Solutions / Healthy Nutrition / Healthy Weight / Kids Nutrition / Nutrition / Shaklee / Soy Protein / Supplementing / Supplementing / Weight Loss

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie

February 15th , 2010 → 8:27 pm @ Nathan & Jenni Oates

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie

Ingredients:
1 Serving of Shaklee Chocolate Cinch Mix or Energyzing Soy Protein
1 Cup milk, almond milk, or coconut milk
1 tbsp. natural , creamy peanut butter
Stevia, xylitol, or agave to taste (optional)
4-6 ice cubes
Directions:
Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until creamy.
Nutritional Information:
Calories:380  Protein: 28 g  Carbohydrate: 42 g  Fat: 11g  Fiber: 6 g
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Category : Cinch Inch Loss / Diet / Diet / Food / Healthy Weight / Kids Nutrition / Recipes / Soy Protein / Weight Loss