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- 1/4 cup oat flour ( grind your own oats in blender or coffee grinder)
- 1 Tablespoon NuNaturals oat fiber
- 2 Tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup egg whites
- 1/4 cup raspberry puree (blend 1/2 cup frozen berries until smooth)
- 1 1/2 Tablespoons NuNatural Cocoa Syrup
- 1/2 cup nonfat Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt for NON-DAIRY
- 1/2 teaspoon NuNaturals NuStevia NoCarbs Blend
- Puree raspberries in a small blender until smooth.
- In a small bowl add the puree, cocoa syrup and the egg whites and mix well.
- In another small bowl, mix the oat flour, oat fiber, cocoa powder, baking powder and mix well.
- Combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients and mix until blended.
- Use 2 small ramekins and spray with non-stick coconut spray.
- Divide batter between both ramekins and cook in microwave for 35-40 seconds so it does not get dry.
- Mix yogurt with sweetener and top each cake with 1/4 cup of creamy frosting. Garnish with a raspberry and more cocoa syrup if desired.
- Herbal teas
- lozenges
- essential oils
- Homeopathic meds
- and healing foods
- Plantain has long been regarded as an important herb to support a healthy inflammatory response in the respiratory tract.
- Helichrysum‘s essential oil is one of the most potent sources of antioxidants and is used to soothe the occasional bronchial irritation.
- Grindelia has long been used to support the respiratory system and assists in the normal production and elimination of mucous.
Chocolate Raspberry Mug Cake for Two (4 Giveaways)
February 9th, 2016There are only 5 days left until Valentine’s day and I made you a delightful dessert without the guilt of overindulging. I mean to say, perhaps, if you have already started indulging in a chocolate feast that you can give your body a break and try a new dessert that can be prepared under 10 minutes and be cooked in 45 seconds in the microwave.
I know the holidays are the times when we can indulge, but frankly, I think I have been stuck in this mentality the past 4 years since having my first baby. First, it’s Thanksgiving, then it is Christmas, then it is New Years, then there’s Super Bowl Sunday and it just keeps going.
You get my drift?
I am the type of person that needs to be consistent. If I sway after just starting something, then it is easy to fall off the wagon which is why I do not make New Years resolutions. I simply have to be resolved that I will stay away from certain foods until I can get things under control.
But what about chocolate, you might ask. While it has its benefits, chocolate desserts are laden with copious amounts of sugar. I am not going to pretend I am an expert at anything, but what I do know is that sugar has been my enemy the last few years. Knowing I am hypoglycemic is half the battle but not getting one’s eating lifestyle is another.
Now before I bore you and you ask where the darn recipe is located, I just want to let you know that I will be sharing lighter recipes mostly focused on a low-carb lifestyle. This mommy has not eating as well as she should to maintain the energy and control she needs to keep her home or her mind balanced.
In comes NuNaturals, a new company to me that provides nutritional supplements, baking products and ingredients and sweeteners that help maintain a healthy blood sugar level and even introduce more fiber into an eating lifestyle. I have already been trying a few products in their line for my every day baking and beverages and I have to say I have been enjoying stevia and other natural sweeteners without bitterness or displeasure.
We are working on week four of no refined sugars and limited high glycemic fruits, and it is amazing how my husband and I have been noticing the differences. While this is going to be a long journey, I am glad that my husband is on board with me not only for support but also, so we can continue on a healthy eating lifestyle.
NuNaturals has a new stevia-based, zero calorie, sugar-free, gluten-free, vegan, cocoa syrup , plus a simple syrup and a cocoa mint syrup that I was able to play with. Since we have been off sugar for almost a month, the stevia taste is pleasant and a little goes a long way.
If you are a fan, try this recipe, if you have not heard of this product, check out your local grocery store, perhaps Whole Foods or Wegmans or order some online.
Cannot wait to try these products? Use my code BLG0616 and you will receive a 15% DISCOUNT on your entire order. ( Not to be combined with other discounts ). This discount remains EFFECTIVE UNTIL JUNE 30, 2016.
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Here is my recipe for a lighter Valentine’s dessert or you could also try a fellow blogger’s amazing Brownie in a Mug. After checking out the recipe, enter the giveaway below:
sugar free and gluten free. Can be made dairy free as well.
Ingredients
Instructions
Notes
This is a E dessert for those following the Trim Healthy Mama.
Nutritional facts here: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/recipe/view/243685353483517
Disclosure: I received products to review. All opinions, photos, and recipes are my own.
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Keeping Family Healthy with Herbs #MomsMeet
February 8th, 2016With only one winter storm in our midst, I have been happy that our family has been pretty healthy for the most part. We have been trying to stay away from indoor playgrounds as MUCH as we can, since I believe those are breeding grounds for all kinds of germs.
That did not last too long.
Moms get desperate you know? After days of being indoors using creative ways to keep your kids entertained all I want to do it go out and change the scenery which means…..
Yes, an indoor playground. What are the consequences?
Sneezes, drippy noses, coughs and more. I only do this to myself and our family but I should follow my own rules people. Well, despite that, it means I try to get my kids to ride their colds through so their immune systems can fight it off naturally, but in that, I try to aid them in their healing process by using natural remedies, like:
Even though my kids are 3 and 4, I know there is really not much I can do for them, but I am glad that there are companies like Gaia Herbs who supply a line of herbal formulas JUST for children called GaiaKids®.
Formulated by pediatric naturopath, Dr. Mary Bove, this line consists of 10 alcohol-free herbal formulas that deliver herbal support with kid friendly tastes like GaiaKids® Bronchial Wellness for Kids which I received. It came at a perfect time because I was able to have my girls take it in order to for it to provide herbal support for their respiratory system and to promote healthy mucous membranes.
The key is finding a natural support for my kids health. Nothing truly can HEAL or cure a child at such a young age but products like what GaiaKids provides help support the body and promotes a healthy immune system and in this instance of the Bronchial Wellness for Kids, it soothes the throat.
Something I learned about this company is that each product has an ID# that traces every herb in the product down to the source and quality testing, so I can rest assured that the product I am giving to my children is pure and safe. My product has the following ID# for you to check out:
What is an example of the herbs in this Bronchial Wellness for Kids?
My girls definitely are very attune to horrible flavors when it comes to supplements and vitamins. They much prefer something to be tasty and easy to swallow than something that is pungent or hard to swallow. They totally liked the GaiaKids® Bronchial Wellness for Kids because the great taste comes from organic honey, lemon, and flavorful essential oils. It is recommended for kids ages 2 to 15 so we were really glad that it was a great fit for our family.
Want a chance to try your own full-size bottle of this supplement? Fill out the FORM in the link provided and as supplies last a bottle will be mailed to you and a coupon as well.
How do you keep your families healthy during the winter?
Other Gaia Kids Products Gaia Kids liquid extracts, oils, salves, and tonics deliver the same potent herbs as their adult formulas in an alcohol-free concentrate formulated just for kids by Dr. Mary Bove, pediatric naturopath.
For a full list of Gaia Kids® products, visit gaiaherbs.com
Disclosure: I received this product for free from the sponsor of the Moms Meet program, May Media Group LLC, who received it directly from the manufacturer. As a Moms Meet blogger, I agree to use this product and post my opinion on my blog. My opinions do not necessarily reflect the opinions of May Media Group LLC or the manufacturer of this product.
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Elegant Tex-Mex Fare at Cantina Laredo
February 5th, 2016Sorry I have been MIA for a few weeks but life has been busy after the new year. After we returned from Texas from seeing relatives it was important to reorganize our lives and start with our normal every day. I will be writing about what our family has been doing the last 3 weeks that includes a health jump-start and lifestyle.
The last thing I forgot to share before the year were all the yummy eats our family had been enjoying. As we budget monthly, we really set aside to be able to dine out once a week and sometimes we alternate with new places to dine and other times we visit our go-to places.
One of the places that has become our new normal is Cantina Laredo. While it is a good 20-25 minutes away from us, I have visited for lunch on two occasions. I also introduced my husband to the restaurant and he was glad that they served tasty and tender fajitas which is his go-to meal at Tex-Mex places.
In December, I held a women’s Christmas party with some ladies from my church. Many had not heard of Cantina Laredo or that it was at the King of Prussia Mall but they were impressed with the flavors and dishes served. We proceeded to have a book exchange while eating our delectable desserts.
Truthfully, I think that Cantina keeps its patrons happy with seasonal menu items and sometimes offering new drinks or appetizers or even deals for special occasions, like Super Bowl season. They will be offering Combo Fajitas for $10 a person but only if you go online and sign up for their newsletter, you have to show them a picture of the special or go to their Facebook and see if they post the advertisement.
During the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays they offered tamales to-go or for parties, so, since I know my husband likes tamales, I had him taste one on his birthday and he was smitten. He later order 2 dozen to freeze so we could have it on occasion when we had a tamale hankering.
In addition to the amazing menu, there are special events held like the Tequila Dinner and Tasting I attended. I was able to taste Don Julio tequila in a variety of drinks using the 1942, Reposado and Blanco. While I had only had tequila in a margarita, I had never been to a tasting of this kind where I had a chance to taste different tequilas from the same brand in different cocktails. It was a foodie experience and one that everyone should try at one point.
We had a Don Julio representative talk about the tasting notes and how the tequila is made and how the company got started. It was pretty informative and amazing at the same time. I felt like I could enjoy the pineapple upside down shot we had at the end of our whole meal. The chefs at Cantina Laredo are impressive in my opinion, and I wish someday to go behind the scenes and see them work.
I want to continue to give you a preview of what this event included which was in my opinion very much worth the cost per person. We started out with our appetizer and drink, then our main meal came with two choices for our protein with another cocktail, and then we had a surprising membrillo flan to finish with a shot. While we were still sober by the end of the meal, the restaurant offers Uber for those patrons not able to go home on their own, which makes for thoughtful business.
This tequila tasting or flight can be done at any time and is available on the menu, so even if you know your loved one enjoys tequila, the King of Prussia location boasts more than 100 tequilas. My hubby had a chance to taste a REAL nice one and he ended up purchasing it for his birthday. Make it a night to remember folks!
HEY GUYS or even wives! You don’t have a place to take your loved one? Check out the Valentine’s Menu available February 12-14. It will not disappoint.
Cantina Laredo
King of Prussia Mall
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-Be Mine- Valentine’s Day Giveaway
February 4th, 2016We are very excited to share with you an awesome sponsored by Mommy Scene and filled with lots of amazing natural products and fun stuff for families!
Be Mine Gift Set
Bun Maternity Classic Black Cozy Nursing Hoodie + Cozy Nursing Tee
Wythe and Berry Organic Vegan Creams – Lavender & Chamomile + Lemon & Eucalyptus
La Magie Nail Polish – 1 peel off pink polish + 2 pink wash offs + 1 color lock top coat
Sudsy Dough Moldable Soap – 12 oz. fragrance of choice
Pure Hazelwood necklaces, 1 adult size and 1 child size
Jack N’ Jill Bunny Gift Kit
Baby Bump Bundle – Lollacup Straw Sippy Cup
GroVia Hybrid Trial Kit – 1 Hybrid Shell with Hook & Loop Closure + 1 No-Prep Cloth Soaker Pad + 3 Disposable BioSoakers
Revelae Kids Discovery Box style of choice
This giveaway is sponsored by Mommy Scene and is open to US entries. One winner will be chosen and displayed on the giveaway widget after the giveaway ends on Feb. 14th, 2016. Mommy Scene and participating blogs are not responsible for fulfilling brand-sponsored prizes. Prizes will be shipped directly from each brand.
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Party Clothes for Little Girls at Monsoon Kids
January 25th, 2016Monsoon Kids is an international line of boutique clothing for babies, kids and even women. There are stores in the US like the one I visited at King of Prussia Mall. For unique clothing for your children, check them out online or inquire if there is one near you.
I never thought I would have three girls but here I am almost 37 years old with three girls under the age of 5. I think I might have told this story before but before I started having children, I really never thought I would have girls. Most of the families I used to babysit were mostly boys. I really thought it was training for the life as a mother of boys. Boy, was I wrong, because maybe I really did not know how it would be.
I have many mom friends who only have boys and we compare stories and it is quite different. There is always a reason why God gives us what he does and I am thankful. I am thankful that I have girls because it continues to encourage my femininity. Does that make sense? I used to not like pink or frilly colors but since having girls, pink and purple are such fun colors for me. Do you get what I am saying? My girls love wearing dresses and skirts and they love primping that I even desire it. Why would I dress them up and then look like a slob myself?
When I go shopping for myself, I only then turn to shopping for my girls because girls clothing are so precious and I seriously get distracted. When the holidays were here I had a chance to shop for my girls at Monsoon Kids at King of Prussia. They are cute boutique filled with clothes for babies, toddlers and kids. While they are widely known in the UK and around the world, Monsoon Kids is starting to make more of a presence with boutiques in malls around the US.
It was really really difficult shopping in Monsoon because they have SUCH beautiful dresses and even more so when the holiday season was around. I was able to find 2 matching dresses for my older daughters to wear to Christmas Eve service and then I purchased a gorgeous champagne colored dress with sequins for my 5-month old. I usually never splurge for my little ones but it was so worth seeing my girls matching and dresses so elegantly for the season.
I was actually really happy with my dresses because I did not think they really looked like holiday dresses but more like party or special occasion dresses which means I will be able to get the girls to wear them often. We had SO many people compliment the girls.
I was able to purchase royal blue flats for my oldest daughter and matching accessories for all girls. I only wished I had a chance to primp myself up, seeing Monsoon also has a line for women.
I was pleased with the quality of the dresses and the service given at the store. After I purchased the dresses, they were all pressed on site and placed in plastic bags to keep them clean. I simply cannot get over how many dresses there were to choose from and how amazing their sales were during the holidays.
If you’re daughter is having a special birthday party, this is the place to find a unique and beautiful dress. I am afraid that my daughter would have made me buy other dresses that looked like princesses if she had been shopping with me. Love it!
If you get a chance and are in the Philly area, check out Monsoon Kids at KOP Mall on Instagram. They post sales quite often. Check them out! If not, check Monsoon Kids ONLINE!
Disclosure: We received a stipend to shop at Monsoon Kids at KOP Mall. We loved our time there and are smitten. All opinions are my own.
