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Spiced Pomegranate Spritzer
Besides being super healthy and tasting wonderful it will make your house smell amazing Ingredients: 2 cups whole cranberries 4 cups of water 3 cinnamon sticks 3 cardamom pods 1 tsp whole peppercorns 1/2 lime 8 oz. pomegranate juice 1 Shaklee Triple Defense Boost packet Directions: Bring cranberries, water, cinnamon sticks, cardamom, peppercorns, and lime to a boil Simmer for 2-3 hours until it is reduced to about 16 oz or 2 cups Strain cranberry mixture with a cheeseclot
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Three Amigos Chili
This version of chili is a family favorite. It is easy to modify the "heat" of this recipe by adding more or less of the cumin and hot sauce. 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 small onion diced 1 lb ground turkey breast 1 can diced tomatoes (for extra spice choose those with jalapeno peppers added) 1 can (10 ½ oz) each of chickpeas, black beans and kidney beans - drained 1 can (14 oz) low-sodium chicken broth ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp cumin 1/8 tsp cinnamon Hot sauce to taste In a pot, heat the
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Dec 11, 20251 min read


Sparkling Orchard Spritz
What can be better than a healthy version of Apple Cider that is great either hot or cold? Enjoy!!
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Nov 7, 20251 min read


Apple Nachos with Caramel Sauce
Looking for a healthy, fun snack? Here is a delicious treat to enjoy. Ingredients: 1 lemon juiced 1 cup cold water 3 apples sliced 18 dates - medjool - pitted 1/4 cup peanut butter 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips 1/4 cup pecans - chopped Juice the lemon and add to medium bowl with water. Slice apples and place in lemon water. Set aside. Soak dates in very hot water for 10 minutes. Keep the water for use later. Place dates in food processor and pulse until it forms
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Oct 16, 20251 min read


Carrot Cake Protein Snack Balls
1 1/2 cups rolled oats 4 Scoops Vanilla Life Shake 1/2 cup chopped nuts - pecans, walnuts or cashews work well 1 cup dates (pitted) *if...
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Aug 29, 20251 min read


Homemade Granola
This will be your new favorite granola recipe! It is easy to make, healthy, and delicious all by itself, or as a topping on your...
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Aug 11, 20251 min read


Watermelon Blueberry Salad
This simple and refreshing salad is a summertime favorite. Ingredients: ¼ cup honey 3 teaspoons lemon juice 2 teaspoons fresh mint,...
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Jun 25, 20251 min read


Mango Cucumber Refresher Life Shake
You can practically taste the goodness of summer! ½ banana ½ cucumber (peeled) ½ cup of spinach ¼ cup of mango 1 cup of milk of your...
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Jun 3, 20251 min read


Pina Colada Protein Balls
A healthy treat that tastes like summer. Ingredients: 1 cup dried pineapple pieces, soaked in hot water, to soften 1 cup cashews 1/2...
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May 13, 20251 min read


Pina Colada Smoothie Breakfast Bowl
Here is a delightful way to power up your morning!! Packed with protein, fiber, prebiotics from ancient grains, vitamins and minerals,...
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May 3, 20251 min read


Triple Berry Angel Food Cake Roll
Ingredients 1 Angel Food Cake mix plus ingredients to prepare 1/4 cup + 3/4 cup powdered sugar divided 8 oz light cream cheese room...
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Apr 2, 20252 min read


Key Lime Pie Life Shake
This is one of my favorite smoothie recipes! It is healthy, refreshing and oh so good!! 8 oz. ice cold water 2 scoops Life Shake Vanilla...
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Mar 4, 20251 min read


Broccoli Cheddar Frittata Cups
Delicious quick breakfast
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Feb 19, 20251 min read


Lemon Chia Seed Blueberry Superhero Muffins
As a Mom of 4 active sons, I was always looking for healthy nutrition packed recipes. This recipe from the Cookbook Rise and Run by...
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Feb 18, 20252 min read


Melon Berry Mojito Mocktail
Enjoy this special beverage for Valentines day or any time of the year. It is refreshing!! Melon Berry Mojito Mocktail Ingredients: 1...
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Jan 28, 20251 min read


Chicken Pozole Soup
This soup is hearty, healthy, loaded with fresh goodness and full of exciting flavors. 1 ½ Tbsp olive oil ½ cup diced yellow or white...
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Dec 19, 20241 min read


Bulgur Bread
This has become one of my most requested recipes. The original recipe was developed in the summer of 1982 when I was working at Okoboji...
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Dec 18, 20242 min read


Spiced Pomegranate Spritzer
Besides tasting wonderful and being super healthy for you, this recipe will make your house smell amazing! Ingredients: 2 cups whole...
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Nov 22, 20241 min read


Make Ahead Roast Turkey 101
When you're expecting a large crowd for the holidays, one of the best gifts you can give yourself is the gift of simplicity. We like to...
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Nov 15, 20242 min read


Cucumber Avocado Shrimp Bites
Ingredients: 1 English cucumber, sliced 2 avocados ½ tsp each salt + pepper Juice of ½ lemon 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 tbsp...
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Oct 29, 20241 min read
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