Vanessa Aviles
Life transformed through fitness, balance and friends.

Debloat Potion // Detox Drink

Debloat Potion // Detox Drink

Detox drink It’s 5 o’clock somewhere. 🙌🏼  Okay. This is not alcohol, but it’s definitely happy hour because this Debloat Potion will definitely help you un-fluff for any occasion. This detox drink is made with turmeric, which has powerful anti-inflammatory benefits and is a strong antioxidant. Helps keep the fluff down, plus super good for you! Perfect before the beach, a big event … and especially after some unscheduled cheat meals.   Ingredients: 32 oz. warm water 1.5 – 2 lemons 1 inch ginger root 1/2 to 1 Tbsp Turmeric* 1/2 to 1 tsp ground Cayenne* (Optional – Stevia, cinnamon or organic maple syrup to taste) Directions: Fill post with 32 oz. of water. Squeeze fresh lemon and add ginger – whole or pressed. Bring to boil. Remove from heat and set it…

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Gingerbread Balls Recipe

Gingerbread Balls Recipe

Gingerbread Balls It’s so easy to overindulge during the holidays with tempting treats like peppermint, chocolates, cookies, cakes and gingerbread. So I wanted to share with you a healthy recipe for one of your holiday favorites. These no-bake gingerbread balls are a surprisingly delicious way to enjoy the spiced flavor of gingerbread cookies without the guilt! With only 87 calories per serving, these treats will satisfy your sweet tooth and keep you off Santa’s naughty list. Prep time: 15 mins // Total time: 15 mins Serves: 12 servings, 1 ball each Ingredients ¼ cup almond flour ¾ cup dry old-fashioned rolled oats, gluten-free 1 scoop Vanilla Shakeology (or a vanilla protein) 1 tsp. ground cinnamon ½ tsp. ground ginger ¼ tsp. ground cloves 1¼ cups pitted dates, packed Instructions Place almond flour, oats, Shakeology, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves in…

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Easy Peasy Fancy Egg Cups

Easy Peasy Fancy Egg Cups

These egg cups are simple to prepare and are a great grab-and-go breakfast. Extra egg cups can be stored in the fridge (or freezer) and reheated in the microwave. And you can get creative with toppings for something a little “fancy” … like I show you with Step 2. I hope you enjoy them! Please come back to this post and comment below how they turned out … and would love to see any photos of your creations! Ingredients: 6 large eggs 6 egg whites 2 small yellow squash, chopped 1/2 medium red bell pepper, chopped 1/2 small onion, chopped 1/2 cup arugula 1 crispy bacon strip 1-2 tsp fresh feta, crumbled Himalayan salt, to taste ground black pepper, to taste; optional Nonstick cooking spray Preparation: Step 1: 1. Heat oven to 350° F. 2. Beat eggs…

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Coconut Flour Pancakes

Coconut Flour Pancakes

Coconut Flour Pancakes Recipe Breakfast food is my favorite food! Coconut Flour Pancakes And these Coconut Flour Pancakes are a great way to enjoy a weekend treat without the guilt! Plus if you’re on a Paleo or vegetarian diet it’s a perfect fit. This recipe is grain free, dairy free and packed with protein! Plus these pancakes are so delicious and super fluffy! Thanks to my husband who introduced me to these! You would think you’re eating a “regular” pancake. Ingredients: 3 Tbsp Coconut Flour 3 Tbsp Coconut Milk 3 Tbsp Coconut Oil (melted) 3 Eggs 1/4 tsp of Pink Himalayan Salt 1/4 tsp Baking Powder Optional – explore with different flavors by adding cinnamon or vanilla powder. Directions: Place everything in a blender and mix – OR – place in a bowl and…

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Pistachio-Crusted Halibut Recipe

Pistachio-Crusted Halibut Recipe

Pistachio-Crusted Halibut Recipe If you love fish that doesn’t taste “fishy,” then this halibut recipe is for YOU! Halibut is a firm whitefish that goes with pretty much anything, and it’s equally delicious when baked, broiled, poached, or grilled. This recipe only takes 20 minutes and seven ingredients to quip up! It’s simple, high in protein and low in fat! Prep time: 20 mins // Cook time: 10 mins // Total time: 30 mins Serves: 4 servings Ingredients 2 Tbsp. Dijon mustard 1 tsp. finely grated lemon peel 1 dash sea salt Ground black pepper (to taste; optional) 4 (4-oz.) raw halibut fillets ¼ cup raw, unsalted pistachios, finely chopped 1 Tbsp. corn meal 1 Tbsp. finely chopped parsley Instructions Preheat oven to 400° F. Combine mustard, lemon peel, salt, and pepper (if…

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