Did you know? When you consume matcha, you consume all of green tea’s benefits in the most concentrated form - amplifying the health benefits of this superfood. Matcha is loaded with polyphenol compounds called catechins, a type of antioxidant, making it a powerful anti-aging tea. .
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In addition, studies have linked green tea to a variety of health benefits, like helping to prevent heart disease, type 2 diabetes and cancer, and even encouraging weight loss.
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Creamy Matcha Green Tea Latte .
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INGREDIENTS: (serves 1)
1 cup almond or coconut milk (unsweetened) @silk
1 tsp matcha tea powder @organictraditions
1 scoop collagen powder or collagen creamer (optional) @vitalproteins
1-2 tsp raw honey or a pinch of stevia
2 tbsp hot water .
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INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Heat coconut/almond milk in a pan.
2. Add 1 tsp. matcha powder to a small bowl, and pour in 2 tablespoons of the hot water (hot, not boiling, since matcha is delicate). Using the back of a spoon, stir the matcha powder into a paste.
3. Use a hand-held frother or a blender to combine the matcha powder paste, collagen, heated coconut/almond milk and honey.
4. Pour into a mug and enjoy!
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Did you know? Most restaurant salad dressings contain low-quality industrial seed and/or vegetable oils that are oxidized.
These inflammatory oils can cause a long list of health problems even when consumed in small quantities over a period of time.
When ordering salads at restaurants, I always request no dressing and ask for olive oil and balsamic vinegar (or whatever vinegar they have) instead.
When preparing salad dressings at home, I opt for heart healthy and anti-inflammatory oils like extra virgin olive oil and avocado oil. These high-quality fats allow us to absorb fat-soluble vitamins from food and support all our hard working cells therefore keeping us healthy and youthful.
Check out my Mediterranean Paleo Cobb Salad recipe below. It's a perfect and complete meal that's loaded with nutrients, healthy fats and protein.
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Mediterranean Paleo Cobb Salad
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INGREDIENTS: (serves 2)
4 chicken thighs (bone in, skin on)
2 hard boiled eggs (cut in half) - check out how to make the perfect hard boiled egg below.
1 avocado (skin removed, cut in half)
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (cut in half)
1 pack sliced mushrooms
1 small red onion (sliced)
8 cups spring mix salad
1 tsp balsamic vinegar
1 tsp avocado oil
Sea salt and black pepper
Chicken marinade:
1 garlic clove
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp avocado oil
1/2 tsp dried basil
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/4 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
Salad dressing:
4 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 tsp dried basil
1/2 tsp dried oregano
Sea salt to taste
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Get the full recipe here >>> https://jenniferdigregorio.com/2019/02/10/mediterranean-paleo-cobb-salad/ OR click on the link in my bio. .
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5 reasons why my smoothies will help you lose weight and feel great ...
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1. The right balance of macronutrients, including protein. My smoothies will provide you with all macronutrients, in a well balanced formula, to give you just what you need for a complete meal. These smoothies contain: smart, high-fiber carbohydrates; healthy and essential fats; plus high-quality and easily absorbed protein.
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2. No excess fruit or juices, keeping blood sugar levels in check. My smoothies will keep your blood sugar levels in check, yet still give you small doses of powerful nutrients and fiber found in whole fruits. Adding multiple cups of fruit or juice to your smoothie defeats the purpose of what smoothie making is all about — to be healthier.
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3. Healthy fats for optimal health and a smaller waistline. My smoothies contain essential and healthy fats that fuel and support every cell in your body, which is crucial for optimal health — and optimal health leads to effortless weight loss. Healthy dietary fat not only gives your body the fuel it needs, but also allows you to absorb fat-soluble vitamins found in fruits and vegetables.
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4. Loaded with green goodness. My smoothies are packed with vegetables and all the benefits that come with them including: antioxidants to combat free radicals, essential vitamins and minerals, detoxification, collagen production, gut health through dietary fiber, weight loss, disease prevention, etc. Not only are they super healthy, but they taste like dessert too!
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5. Gut-friendly and healing ingredients. My recipes and recommended protein powders for the challenge include only nutrient-dense, high-quality, gut-friendly ingredients that are free of gluten, dairy, eggs, soy, grains, nuts, GMO ingredients, fillers, artificial flavours, colours, preservatives or sweeteners and other common gut irritants.
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Sign-up for my FREE 14-day smoothie challenge and receive 16+ dessert-inspired smoothie recipes for weight loss and better health >>> https://jenniferdigregorio.com/14-day-smoothie-challenge/ OR click on link in bio.
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4 ways to effortless weight loss & better health .
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There are many different approaches to weight loss, health and fitness – so many that it’s easy to get overwhelmed when trying to figure out which approach will work best for you.
Looking back, I spent most of my life struggling to maintain my weight through intense and excessive exercise and a “healthy” diet that probably ended up doing more harm than good.
I did my fair share of experimenting with diets and exercise for weight loss and optimal health, so I’m aware of the frustrations and disappointments that can come about.
Although the approach you take to health and fitness is important, it’s not the only part of the equation.
The one thing that most healthy and physically fit people have in common is consistent healthy habits.
They don’t dabble in a diet or exercise program for 1-month then stop without rhyme or reason and jump on board another trendy program the following year only to fall off the wagon again.
They’re more consistent than not when it comes to healthy eating, exercise and/or lifestyle practices.
I often get asked the question – “Jen, what’s your secret to always looking healthy and fit?”
Well, my secret in my early 20s is definitely different than my secret today. I’d argue that my current secret is much juicier given that I’m both fit and healthy today vs. just being fit (and not very healthy) years ago.
Without question, my approach to health and weight loss has evolved over the years given new research that has shaped my perspective and opinion.
My years of experimenting and gaining knowledge have led me to a formula of healthy habits that I can say with confidence have allowed me to not only lose extra weight I was holding onto, but also sustain a healthy weight effortlessly – all while gaining back my health.
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Check out my top 4 healthy habits for effortless weight loss and better health here >>> https://jenniferdigregorio.com/2019/02/05/4-ways-to-effortless-weight-loss-better-health/ OR click on the link in my bio. .
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4 reasons why I use PurePaleo Protein powder
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1. It’s derived from grass-fed cows, making it not only healthy, but extremely nutrient-dense.
Grass-fed meat gives you more bang for your buck on all fronts, with its significantly higher levels of omega-3s, antioxidants (like vitamin E and glutathione), minerals (like zinc, iron, phosphorus, potassium and sodium), and other important nutrients.
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2. It’s comprised of 70% collagen making it the perfect anti-aging protein powder.
PurePaleo Protein powder works from within to enhance your skin, hair and nails, naturally. Collagen helps restore the skin’s moisture, improving the elasticity, tone and vibrancy that’s already within you. A true anti-aging protein powder!
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3. It’s gut-friendly so you won’t crap your pants!
Many people complain about how protein powders irritate their gut and cause things like gas, bloating, heartburn, diarrhea, etc. That’s because most protein powders on the market use low quality protein sources that are contaminated and/or hard for our bodies to digest. They are also loaded with fillers, artificial flavours, colours and preservatives.
PurePaleo Protein is processed in a way that allows for easy extraction, digestion & absorption of protein + nutrients. It’s also squeaky clean.
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4. It tastes amazing and blends beautifully into a smoothie.
This is by far one of the best tasting protein powders on the market. PurePaleo Protein blends perfectly into smoothies with not chalky taste or weird textures. You’ll be convinced you’re drinking a milkshake!
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Learn how to create healthy dessert-inspired smoothies using PurePaleo Protein powder by signing up for my FREE 14-day smoothie challenge >>> https://jenniferdigregorio.com/14-day-smoothie-challenge/ OR link in bio. .
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Purchase PurePaleo Protein powder here >>> https://jenniferdigregorio.com/protein-powders/
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Lately, I’ve been preparing meals for more than one hungry belly during the work week, so I’ve started to experiment with different ways of putting together healthy whole food meals that are easy to manage even with a busy schedule.
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Sheet pan dinners have made it high on my list of go-to meals during the week and I’ll explain why …
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Here’s what makes sheet pan dinners so great:
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1. They’re quick to put together (unless you’re super slow at chopping veggies) and typically cook in under 35-minutes.
2. Clean up is easy since everything is being cooked (and can be prepared) on one pan.
3. It’s an easy way to cook for multiple people or cook enough so that you end up with leftovers for the busy week ahead.
4. The combinations of meat/fish, vegetables and marinades are endless, so you’ll never get bored of sheet pan dinner.
5. Allowing your meats and veggies to cook together in a marinade (or just some simple seasoning) is a great way to achieve a flavourful end product.
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Check out this new addition to my sheet pan dinners …
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Sheet Pan Lemon Butter Chicken & Veggies
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INGREDIENTS: (serves 3)
8 chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
8 medium carrots (cut crosswise then lengthwise)
1 bunch asparagus (cut stalks into 3)
1 pack whole mushrooms (cut in half)
3 garlic gloves (minced)
1/4 cup ghee (melted)
1/2 lemon (juice only)
1 tsp dried rosemary
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
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Check out instructions on how prepare this easy sheet pan meal here >>> https://jenniferdigregorio.com/2019/01/28/sheet-pan-lemon-butter-chicken-veggies/ OR click on the link in my bio. .
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