clean eating vs IIFYM

Clean Eating VS IIFYM

So a very highly debated topic lately, Clean Eating VS IIFYM. For those of you that are not clear on what IIFYM stands for its “if it fits your macros”. My goal with this article is not to change anyone’s opinion on either one. My goal is to simply inform everyone of how IIFYM works.…

Three Amigos Chili

Three Amigos Chili! This hearty comfort food dish is perfect on a cold January day! We found this recipe on Recipe.Rodale.com, but it’s originally from The New Abs Diet Cookbook.  The nutrition stats were too good to pass up, so we had to share. Enjoy! Serves: 6, Prep:  5min Cook: 35min,  Total: 40min  Ingredients: 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 small…

The Eat Clean Diet – Autum Beef Stew!

It’s getting chilly! If you’re looking for some classic comfort food that won’t bust your belt, look no further. This healthy beef stew recipe is sure to warm your belly on a cold November day. It’s easy enought to make, too! From our ALL TIME favorite series – The Eat Clean Diet, by Tosca Reno.…

The Cow Tipper

This week’s recipe also comes to us out of The Abs Diet – Eat Right Every Time Guide. Recipe can be found on page 94, under Chapter 6, Wraps. At approximately 208 savory calories, you definitely won’t be busting your belt. I am a huge, repeat HUGE cheese fan…So anything with cheese, including Bleu Cheese,…

Sausage, Egg ‘N Cheese ChickGriddle

Happy Thursday! Looking for a breakfast sandwich that won’t bust your belt? Look no further! Hungry Girl has done it again. As you know, Becca recently bought the newest book and we will be sharing the recipes with you guys. You can find this in Chapter 2, Breakfast Bowls: You will need: 1 to 2…

Hungry Girl’s Broc ‘n Ginger Tuna Bowl

We recently spotted (and snatched up without much thought) Hungry Girl’s newest book – “300 Under 300.” It’s just what the title says – 300 dishes (breakfast, lunch & dinner) all under 300 calories per serving. This is Follow up to her book “200 Under 200” which we like – but this book is better…

Hearty White Bean Chili

The perfect warm comfort food for those cold, rainy, fall days! This recipe comes to us from one of our all time favorite books – Tosca Reno’s EAT CLEAN DIET. The book is full of simple, clean, healthy hearty foods. It’s a good investement for your healthy lifestyle. Check it out at www.eatcleandiet.com.   Now…

Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers

This recipe comes to us from one of Tim’s personal training clients and fellow ViSalus family member, Carla LaFond. Thanks for sharing, Carla! You will need: 1 cup quinoa: (Always make sure to rinse quinoa thoroughly before cooking, it will be bitter if you don’t!) 2 cups water 4 large or 6 medium green or bell peppers…

Grilled Eggplant & Herb

Happy Tuesday Everyone! Today’s recipe is one Becca just tried yesterday – with great success! It was too good not to share!   Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 15 minutes Ingredients: 2 large eggplants 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 2 cloves garlic, very finely minced 1 pinch each thyme, basil, dill, and…