Healthy Resolutions for the New Year
Are healthy resolutions on your to do list this year? Even if you don’t make an official list, chances are good that we’ve all got healthy goals that involve food.
Around the holidays, I always take stock of where I am, where I’ve been and where I’m heading. Then, I start out the new year with a fresh new outlook and a plan.
I’ve put together a fantastic group of cookbooks and snack food that can help with these goals:
- Weight loss
- Making healthy choices
- Cooking with good ingredients
- Eating together as a family
- Going meatless all the time or occasionally
- Reading food labels and choosing organics and non-gmo products
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100% Real:
100 Insanely Good Recipes for Clean Food Made Fresh
by Sam Talbot
You may know Sam from Bravo’s Top Chef and now you can create his clean recipes at home. This book is ideal for anyone looking for healthy recipes, since they are all whole food recipes.
Notable recipes:
- Quinoa Chia Energy Bars
- Zucchini “Pasta” with Green Goddess Vinaigrette
- Vegan Chocolate Chip and Salted Chili Cookies
No one wants to give up snacking, so Organic Seaweed Thins are a good choice that can stick with your healthy resolutions. They are super thin, bursting with flavor and, also, USDA Organic and Non-GMO.
Everyday Vegetarian:
A Delicious Guide for Creating More Than 150 Meatless Dishes
by The Editors of Cooking Light
I am a vegetarian all the time, but I also know many people who are simply trying to reduce the amount of meat that they eat. The delicious recipes in this book will appeal to everyone, whether you serve them daily or just occasionally.
Notable recipes:
- Open Faced Falafel Burgers
- Roasted Red and Golden Beet Salad
- Lentil and Mushroom Shepherd’s Pie
I love raw apple cider vinegar for its benefits and flavor, so was excited to try these handy Vinegar shots from Vermont Village. They are both convenient and delicious!
Purple Potato and Sweet Potato Chips
You may have seen Jackson’s Honest Chips on Shark Tank, and now they are easily available to all of us. They have a great crunch and, also, good natural taste.
Tepatzi and Fire Cider
Here are two great beverage choices that are filled with flavor. Tepache is a traditional Mexican pineapple beverage with spices added. Additionally, those who love the intense flavor of vinegar and spicy heat will like Fire Cider. You can drink a shot of it or you can use it in mixed drinks.
Cooking That Counts Weight Loss Book
Cooking that Counts:
1,200- to 1,500-Calorie Meal Plans to Lose Weight Deliciously
by The Editors of Cooking Light
Yes, counting calories can be delicious and you’ll find out how with this helpful cookbook. The recipes are beautiful, tasty and satisfying, which will help with your weight loss goals.
Notable recipes:
- Chocolate Chip Hazelnut Muffins
- Spinach and Feta Quiche with Cauliflower Crust
- Strawberry Cheesecake Pops
Door Country Premium Popcorn
Door Country Popcorn is a tasty snack made with good ingredients. It tastes like homemade to me, since I also use coconut oil when I pop my own.
Tea made from coffee leaf? Yes, Wize Monkey Coffee Leaf Tea is delicious. There is no bitterness and the flavor is delish. We also like that the sachets are biodegradable.
Healthy Drinks Recipe Book Cookbook
Healthy Drinks:
60 Vital Recipes for Green Smoothies, Juice Shots, Broths, Detox Water, Kombucha, and More
by Anna Ottosson
Healthy drinks are a great way to add nutrition to your day and this book has a delicious assortment. Making your own is a great way to bulk up on the nutrients you want for a daily boost.
Notable recipes:
- Matcha Latte
- Chocolate Heaven
- Almond Milk
Thrive Tribe Paleo Bites taste like something I might make myself, but I don’t have to. These ready to eat snack bites are made from wholesome ingredients and they satisfy my snacking urges.
Snacks
Making healthy choices and keeping resolutions can be quite delicious. Additionally, they can help you and your family thrive!
Also, check out my vegetarian recipes to inspire you in the kitchen!
Healthy Resolutions
