I love cucumbers, they are so versatile for salad making! They have a simple fresh flavor that matches pretty much any flavor you add to them. Cucumbers are oftentimes forgotten for their great nutritional value. One cup can boost your intake of vitamin K, B vitamins, copper, potassium, vitamin C, magnesium and manganese. These yummy…
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Triathlon #1 : Lake Tahoe Triathlon
Two weeks ago, I completed my first triathlon!! (The Lake Tahoe Triathlon – Olympic Distance) Honestly, I did not train hardcore for this event. I did some mountain biking with friends, surfed a bunch, and hiked trails in Tahoe (I will add I did a few swims in the lake and had a couple of days of running). However,…
Built Breakfast
Breakfast, the most important meal of the day, so they say… And, it is true!! Breakfast (breaking the fast), is extremely important to start your day off right, for kids, adults, athletes, those wanting to lose weight, and the list goes on. When you skip breakfast, your blood sugars are low from night, and continue…
Meatless Monday
Meatless Monday! A great movement is that not only good for your health, but can also help save money and assist in reducing our carbon footprint. This idea began during World War 1. President Woodrow Wilson issued a proclamation that every Tuesday be a meatless day, and another meatless meal observed every day so there…
Elevated Nutrition 