Protein Made Easy – Macro Counting

Protein Made Easy – Macro Counting

Protein is vital for building and preserving muscle, especially during a fat loss phase. Protein is one of the three main macronutrients (Protein, Carbs, Fats) and is important for many reasons. Protein is great at keeping you full and feeling satisfied. I love this macro because when you are eating enough protein you will generally not overeat carbs and fats, protein fills you up. Some people may find it difficult to eat enough protein, so I have some quick and easy ways to up your protein. I am one of the rare individuals that actually has trouble not going over...

The Emotional Side of Celiac Disease in Children

The Emotional Side of Celiac Disease in Children

Just about five months ago, McKayla and McKenzie were diagnosed with celiac disease. It was not the news I wanted to hear. As their mom, this diagnosis seems as though it is harder for me than them. (Since, their dad was diagnosed two months earlier they had already learned a lot about celiac disease and were very invested into their daddy’s healthy.) I worry about how isolating this disease can be, I worry about all the different things in life they are going to miss out on. I worry about their health and safety. I worry that they become exhausted...

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