Easy Gluten-free, Blueberry, Banana, Carrot, Oatmeal Morning Muffins

Today I suck less at food prep and getting back to blogging!

I haven't blogged in a few months. I started a new job and life has been moving faster than the speed of light.

My new role is amazing and I love the company I work for. One of the awesome perks is catered lunches and food throughout the day. For the most part this is fantastic, but I've found it incredibly difficult to stay on a clean eating path. The main reason I cook my own food is because I want to know every single ingredient that goes into what I'm eating and what quantity. The dish says "salt" okay, HOW MUCH SALT? I'm a bit neurotic like that.

I've been heading into work early and not been able to find anything to eat for breakfast that stays within my diet. I decided to at the very least I could prep some healthy and clean, grab-and-go breakfast options.

I have a really bad sweet tooth in the morning and night. Working on that! But, I wanted to make something with protein so I could stave off hunger until lunch. I also wanted it to be something I could grab quickly as I ran out of the house.

We have an organic raised garden in our backyard and our carrots just harvested! I threw those in the mix last minute and the addition was a pleasant surprise. I never thought to blend carrots and blueberries together.

These little muffins are easy to make and easy to grab on the run! Next up, I'm going to make some savory spinach and feta mini-quiches.

Easy, Gluten-free, Blueberry-Banana-Carrot-Oatmeal Muffins

Ingredients (Makes about 10 muffins)

• 2 Bananas
• 4 Eggs
• 1 cup of Blueberries
• 2 small Carrots Shredded 
• 1/2 Cup Gluten-Free Oats
• Coconut Oil for greasing the tin

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees

Mix Bananas, Eggs, Carrots, and Oats in a bowl then add in the blueberries and mix lightly.

Grease tin pan with coconut oil or use cupcake wrappers if you have them (I didn't.)

Fill the pan with your mix. Don't worry about filling it too high. There is no flour so the mix won't rise at all. Copeland doesn't want to wait.

Pro-tip: Kids LOVE these!

Bake for 15-20 minutes depending on your oven. Let cool for at least 20-30 minutes.

Enjoy!

Morning Gluten-Free Protein Porridge & Happy Valentine's Day!

Today I suck less at loving my body.

I've been working out every single day since December 27th, doing a combination of HIIT, Kettlebell workouts, Power Yoga and Jump Rope Cardio. You'd think I'd feel great. Well, I do and I don't. I'm getting stronger and more flexible, but my body feels slightly beat up and abused.

I realized this week that I need to dial it back a bit to actually reach my goals. I've been pushing myself so hard that I haven't left room to breathe. I'm going to switch to 3-4 days a week of hard training and add in more walking and yoga. We are inundated with ways to push ourselves to the limit. But, at the end of the day we need to listen to our bodies.

Mine is telling me that it wants more yummy yoga and less stress. Sometimes, most of the time, less is more.

To help me on my journey, I've started 30 Days of Yoga with Adriene. I LOVE her routines and mantra, "Find What Feels Good." Why don't you join me here?

Since it's Valentine's Day, I thought I would post a recipe that really treats my body well. Ask yourself, "What can I do today to show my body some love?"

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup Bob's Red Mill Gluten-Free Quick Oats
• 1/2 cup water
• Put both in small pot, medium heat and stir until your desired consistency
• Cinammon to taste
• 1 packet Stevia (Optional)
• 1/4 cup SunWarrior Protein Powder
• 1/2 cup Blueberries warmed to top your porridge
• Sprinkle with Hemp and Chia SeedsHappy Valentine's Day and Enjoy!

Easy Paleo Gluten-Free Banana Bread Muffins

Today I suck less at making healthy treats for my son... and me!

I'm halfway through my Whole30 journey which will become a WholeLife! I've found this way of eating to be easy, fun, and great on my body. No more major stomach issues, I'm sleeping better, and easily losing that extra 5lbs.

Once I'm done, I'll be adding these little treats into my diet. I don't want to go back to my chocolate binges, but I need a little something sweet in the afternoon.

These banana bread muffins are really easy to make and my son loves them too! I'll be doing a follow-up post with raw cacao in these babies. The best part -- NO FLOUR and NO ADDED SUGAR. And they still taste great!

Ingredients

• 2 Bananas
• 3 Eggs
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (or your nut of choice)
• Cinnamon
• Nutmeg
• Hemp Seeds
• 1 TBS Vanilla Extract
• Ghee or Coconut Oil to line the pan

Steps

• Pre-heat oven to 375 degrees
• Chop walnuts in your food processor
• Blend all ingredients with a hand blender in a large bowl
• Line cupcake pan with melted Ghee or Coconut Oil
• Pour evenly
• Bake for 15-25 minutes depending on your oven
• ENJOY!

Whole30 - Week 1 Recap

Today I suck less at sticking to my guns!

Woohoo! I made it through 7 days of the Whole30 program. I didn't add too many o's to that woohoo, because it really wasn't hard. In fact, it was quite enjoyable. To be fair, I have been eating paleo/gluten-free for the past year. I think that really helps with the program. Whole30 is like a few steps further than eating paleo. Here are a few take aways from this week!

• I cannot eat eggs in the morning. Nope, hate it! Makes me gag. Bulletproof coffee with some Ghee and MCT oil for me.
• My favorite thing about Whole30 is that I'm cooking more! I really love trying out new recipes and you HAVE to cook/prepare your meals on this program. I'm enjoying that part of the program immensely.
• Day 4 was the worst by far. I wanted to kill everyone and I REALLY wanted an Iced Blended Mocha from the Coffee Bean. That is my one addiction. Chocolate and wine were easy. But, I miss my aspartame filled mochas. Oh well, they gotta go--forever.
• So far so good. I'm eager to see what the next week holds. I'm a little worried about the holidays. Not because of the food, I know I'll want a glass of wine. Sparkling water for me, please!
• Lastly, SIGN UP for their newsletter! It is extremely helpful, because it holds you accountable everyday and gives you really great advice and support. Just look at what they sent me today :)

That's it for now. I'll keep you posted on my progress and let you know what my measurements are after the 30 days! I have a feeling this will turn into a Whole328.

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Update to Paleo Pancakes!

Today I suck less and making a healthy breakfast!

I'm updating my Paleo Pancake recipe and it's so freaking good. I'm starting my first day on the Whole30 program. Technically, you aren't supposed to re-create your favorite meals. But, I have a very hard time with savory meals in the morning. I get sick of eggs so fast and my body craves something sweet! So, I'm breaking the rules a little already :(

Either way, you need to make these pancakes! They are amazing. Here is the updated ingredient list.

• 2 Bananas
• 3 Eggs
• 1 scoop of Almond Butter (need addition and it's wonderful!)
• Blueberries for "syrup"
• Sprinkle of Cinnamon
• Coconut Oil for the pan

There you have it! Run to the kitchen to make these now.

I'm going to try to eat all whole foods on this program. But, I'll need this in my back pocket for those days that I NEED something more than eggs!

Enjoy!