I moved to NYC 8 years ago on a beautiful weekend in May. What I was in search of i found immediately and became aware of things i needed that i didn't know existed. Lightly ...
Sweetly spiced NUTS
Always looking for new healthy snack ideas, I began looking for something interestingly easy, crunchy and versatile enough for lunch salads or breakfast greek yogurts. I was seeking the ultimate protein crunch factor. I ventured to my absolute favorite recipe ...
Healthy GREEN Hummus
Healthy GREEN Hummus For an afternoon snack - I put all of this in my Magic Bullet and Blended until smooth. Add a little water if the consistency is too thick. I noshed with Broccoli florets, cauliflower & ...
Walnut Goat Cheese Summer Salad
Walnut Goat Cheese Summer Salad Super light and super easy. Another salad alternative that blends robust flavors and keeps lunch interesting.
Summer Berry Salad
Super Simple Summer Berry Salad. Last week this replaced my juice for lunch. Very filling and satisfying.
Maya Angelou – Phenomenal Woman
5/28/14 It's amazing that we (women, black women, girls, females, all colors) have influences such as Dr. Maya Angelou and still act as if we have no power or voice. We are still constantly (publicly) degrading ...
#RobertaChiaFresca
Roberta Chia Fresca This easy refresher is a natural detox that helps to flush impurities from the system, perfect for keeping you full throughout the day. Fast & dirty! Half a Cucumber: peeled and sliced 1 medium Lemon: squeeze ...
Goal Setting : A goal without a PLAN is JUST a wish
Upon the cusp of each New Year I begin to excite about the challenges that will surely come and the unknown opportunities that will birth from those very obstacles. This may sound strange, but for ...
How I boost my Metabolism! Me(tabb)-boosting!
It's simple - I eat & drink SPICE! All kinds of peppers, especially jalapeño & cayenne. By character I like spice, zest and kick added to my foods so i've learned to use that to ...
Bill Cosby
Today - May 1, 2014. Not only did I randomly come across reading this quote but I heard the man say it himself on The Today Show before I left for work. Taking heed.
Liquid Unicorn (magic juice)
I'm trying to live FOREVER! Who's with me? Each ingredient listed is GREAT for Weight Loss on its own ... but combined - just imagine the possibilities! Weight loss, lowered cholesterol, improved digestion, great skin, nails & teeth ... Pain relief, reduced ...
NY Youth at Risk – Career Day 2014
I have been affiliated with NY Youth at Risk for quite some time. Beginning as a mentor, this organization is the epitome of what I intend my life's work to amount to. Last year along ...
The journey to HERE & The People Magazine All-Star Feature
In 2014 I was honored with the opportunity of a lifetime for a second time, I was asked again to be featured in People Magazine. The 1st time was in 2005 (see feature) and I was ...
Brigette, 32 – Proud BBW!
My name is Brigette, I'm a 32 year old woman from Pittsburgh, Pa who has suffered from obesity since a young age. I grew up with very low self-esteem because I didn't think anyone would ...
Erin, 30 – Determined
My name is Erin Velez. I am 30 year old woman that has lost over 300 pounds. My highest weight was over 500 pounds. I currently weigh less than 200 pounds. My weight was so ...
Tara, 33 – Happy Mommy
This story is my weight loss journey. My name is Tara, 33-year-old mom of two beautiful girls. I have been obese basically since elementary school. Food was my friend. As I grew older, emotional eating ...
Tummy tactics : Natural Bloating remedies
Way too often I am a victim of false advertising around my midsection. Instead of showing off the careful sculpting of my waistline I channel a puffy distorted replica. This happens at the smallest urging ...
