Author Archives: Brooke Bliss, BScFN, RYT-500

This smoothie is a perfect way to start your day. Matcha is the most concentrated form of green tea. It comes in a powdered form and can be found at many health food stores. It is known as a superfood for its vast antioxidant content. Antioxidants protect our body’s cells from damage. Damage to yourContinue reading “Banana Mango Matcha Smoothie”

YUM! Nothing beats pancakes…especially with protein! This is a great meal after a workout involving resistance training. The high protein content will help with your muscle synthesis and development. Mix together: 1 mashed banana 1 egg OR 2 egg whites 3/4 cup oats 1 scoop chocolate whey protein (or your own protein powder of choice)Continue reading “Cocoa Flax Protein Pancakes”

Everyone loves banana bread! This wholesome banana bread is great for breakfast or a snack! Blend in a bowl: ~1 cup mashed bananas 1 tsp vanilla 3/4 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk (you could use skim or coconut milk) 3/4 cup almond flour 3/4 cup whole-wheat flour 1/3 cup yogurt (I used 0% vanilla) 1Continue reading “Wholesome Banana Bread (Dairy-free)”

Chia seeds are a great addition to many recipes. They contain the Omega-3 fatty acid, ALA, which is an essential fat. Therefore, it must be consumed in the diet. 1TBSP of chia seeds contain 3 grams of omega-3 fatty acids and 3 grams of protein! Additionally, I added ground flax and wheat germ for aContinue reading “Banana Chocolate Chia Muffins”