These Tex Mex tacos use jackfruit to replace meat in this deliciously easy taco recipe! Jackfruit has become very popular over the last couple of years because it resembles pulled meat in both look and texture. But the great news is, because it’s a fruit, jackfruit is much healthier for you than pulled meat in […]
An extra special treat for the champagne and cupcake lovers in all of us!
Here I share my new favorite pepperminty holiday indulgence! Click to read how I’ll be using this recipe on Christmas day…
For a gloriously big, soft and chewy ginger cookie, look no further! This is definitely one of my favorite cookie recipes of all time.
Vegan / gluten free or not, your friends and family will LOVE this pumpkin pie! It is a crowd pleaser through and through.
Who said delightfully crunchy, super tasty, slightly sweet and salty snacks need to be unhealthy? Not me! Check out this recipe to find a version of kettle corn you can feel good about.
For a soul-warming pumpkin chili that’s fast and easy to make, give this super delicious recipe a try!
Pumpkin spiced chocolate chunks cookies?! Yes, indeed! These cookies are the perfect treats to enjoy during those cooler months.
How do you make chewy ooey-gooey chocolate chunk cookies even better? By adding rainbow sprinkles to them, of course! Read on to find out how I create these magical little treats.
If you love apples and you love overnight oats (or at least oatmeal!), then you gotta try this convenient, DELICIOUS and nutrient-packed breakfast delight!
For high fiber and protein yet perfectly sweet and fluffy blueberry pancakes, you can’t go wrong with this recipe!
This cookie recipe delivers a moist, hearty and delicious chocolate chunk cookie with just enough added “Hawaiian paradise.” (Not too much, not too little.) Believe me, this is a cookie you definitely have to try for yourself!
Is the ketogenic diet the magical weight loss plan we’ve all been hoping for? Here are my thoughts…
This is definitely one of the BEST pasta dishes ever created in the Dunham kitchen! I especially love it because it’s easy, fast and made with ingredients loaded with antioxidants, fiber and protein.
When you have the sudden urge for warm chocolate cake, look no further than this slightly lighter yet insanely delicious vegan and gluten free chocolate mug cake! It can be whipped up in ten minutes or less.
If you’re in need of a chewy, lightly crunchy, chocolatey, mega yummy cookie treat, these vegan + gluten free cookies will not disappoint!
You know the saying – “Happy Gut, Happy Life!” Ok, ok – that may not be how it goes, but it should be because it’s true! And one way to make your digestive system particularly happy is with one of these amazingly delicious and nutrient-packed shakes. Give it a try and see for yourself!
Taking care of our gut health can completely transform our lives in many ways! Read on to find out how…
This is a great recipe to try if you’re ready to mix up (or step up!) your side dish game. The best part? They’re super easy to make!
Simple, delicious, nutritious, flavorful and satisfying…. who knew 5-Ingredients could offer so much?!
When you need a filling and delicious meal in a hurry, give these super tasty Peanut Chickpea Lettuce Wraps a try! You won’t believe so much fun and flavor could come from 5 simple ingredients.
If you’re in the mood for delicious tacos without all the fuss, look no further! These tasty 5-ingredient vegan fajita tacos are easy and super quick to make.
Satisfying chocolate cravings has never been easier than with these five ingredient, flour / processed sugar free cookies! YUM!
Think dining in a steakhouse is impossible while following a plant based lifestyle? It’s actually quite the opposite! Read on to find out why…
This deliciously easy Sweet n’ Salty Chunky Almond Butter can be used as a spread on bread or as a dip with apple slices! I’ll even add a big spoonful to smoothies along with some banana, almond milk and raw spinach. It makes for a creamy, delicious and energizing snack! So many options with this […]
Whether you’re looking for the perfect dip to serve at a party, the perfect hummus to have for a snack, or the perfect spread for a sandwich, this Sun-dried Tomato Hummus is definitely the way to go!
New on the blog today: Tropical Green Tea Shakes! For a snack loaded with delicious tropical flavors, loads of disease-fighting antioxidants, AND fat loss benefits (THANK YOU, green tea) – look no further! This shake offers it all.
Apply this one simple way of eating to make fat loss so much more enjoyable!
I’ve made this mistake myself many times and hope to spare others from doing the same! Read on to find out what I’m referring to…
Be your own best friend and prep these super delicious and ultra healthy overnight oats tonight! You’ll thank yourself in the morning.
A deliciously flavorful, thick and creamy balsamic dressing made without oil?! YES – it can be done! And with 5 simple feel-good ingredients, too.
A super easy and fantastically delicious veggie meatball recipe dedicated to my sweet mom! Read on to find out why…
Make amazingly delicious vegan Caesar wraps in just 10 minutes using only 5 simple ingredients!
For those who love guacamole and simply can’t get enough, this recipe’s for you! This super flavorful guacamole is lighter in calories, all thanks to one undetectable main ingredient.
When life calls for a light and fluffy, yet, simple sweet treat, these vanilla cupcakes are my go-to recipe!
These pancakes are hearty, sweet and scrumptiously delicious. But never fear – they are made with ingredients you can feel good about!
A deliciously minty and lightly sweetened way to enjoy disease-fighting matcha green tea!
If you’re looking for a truly stunning dessert that offers a blast of sweetly chilled raspberry deliciousness, plus crunchy chocolate cookie goodness, look no further! Best of all, it is super fast and easy to make!
No matter what the time of year, this is our FAVORITE salad dressing!
Want a cold, delicious, chocolatey treat without the excessive fat and/or dairy? If so, you’ve come to the right place!
This hearty and deliciously flavorful side dish is easy to make and feeds a crowd!
These show-stealing tacos offer a fun variety of flavors, colors and textures! Make them if you want to impress people.
Warm, sweet, comforting, and delicious! These cornbread muffins will be crowd pleasers for all of your guests – special food preferences or not!
Warning: this soup is addicting! Everyone in our household rejoices when there is a fresh batch simmering away on the stove.
This easy recipe has it all: Warm roasted vegetables, hearty grains and beans, cool and creamy avocado, crunchy nuts, and a sweet and tangy glaze! Try it only if you love good food.
When it comes to making a quick, super satisfying and berry-blastingly-delicious snack for myself or the whole family, this is my go-to recipe!
Only have 15 minutes to prep dinner? No prob! Make this ultra savory and slightly sweet Asian-inspired stir fry loaded with hearty vegetables, fiber and protein-rich black beans and lots of flavor!
With this recipe, the flavors of coconut milk and curry are brought together to create a scrumptious meal loaded with colorful vegetables, chickpeas and hearty Forbidden rice in just 30 minutes!
These decadent cupcakes are the ultimate salty-sweet chocolate craving crusher!
Need a flavor blasting appetizer or side dish? Oh good! Whip up this super simple Roasted Buffalo Cauliflower recipe complete with homemade Ranch-Style Aioli.
Every now and then it’s nice to switch up the dinner routine and make something fun and completely different! These soul-warming Falafel Waffles with Tahini Sauce are a perfect option.
If you’re in need of a tasty and refreshing blueberry margarita that can be whipped up in moments, look no further – this is the recipe for you!
Baking a batch of these delicious muffins loaded with juicy blueberries means breakfast is ready to go for the next few days! Bonus: they’re made with ingredients you can feel good about!
Make this stunning and delicious side dish any time you’re in need a great veg dish in a jiffy!
This is one of my all-time favorite soup recipes. It is smooth and delicious and super simple to make!
Make a delicious pot of chunky vegetable bean soup in just minutes!
Need a deliciously crunchy and salt-tooth satisfying chip in 20 minutes or less? Thought so! Here you go…
Here are my top tips on how to soar through your first year as a twin parent with as little stress as possible!
Whether you’re in need of a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a portable lunch on a weekday, this simple soup is a delicious way to go!
Satisfy your desire for a sweet, pumpkin spiced treat AND an afternoon coffee all at once with this autumn inspired iced latte!
Find out my favorite way to prep this ultra nutritious super star in the leafy green family!
Have some people in your life in need of perfectly pumpkin spiced cupcakes with a fluffy, sweet and salty maple frosting?! Oh good! You’ve come to the right place…
This creamy, cinnamon-y cookie ice cream will not only send you to sweet dessert heaven, but it’s also easy and so much fun to make!
Easy, fresh and bursting with pizzazz – this salad dressing is one I highly recommend!
Whether you use it as a dip or a spread, delicious homemade hummus has never been easier!
Do you ever make a big ol’ fruit salad for a party, then see the leftovers quickly lose that fresh look and taste? Here’s a tip that will have you enjoying leftover fruit salad long after its creation date!
You’re going to love this shake – Not only does it taste oh-so chocolately delicious, but it also offers the ultimate afternoon pick-me-up!
If you’ve hit a roadblock in your fat loss journey, this post is a must read!
I’m crazy about this breakfast recipe because it’s sweet, comforting, made in just one bowl and uses ingredients you can feel good about!
This flavor-packed veg burger is simple to make, but will leave your family and friends feeling completely impressed!
Taking time off for vacation can do wonders for our relaxation levels, but it can also be the perfect time to get creative with our food and fitness choices!
Whether it’s the middle of summer for you or you’re getting ready to head off on a vacation to a warm destination, I’m sharing my favorite exercise to try before rocking those shorts!
Today I’m sharing a need to try, oh so delicious treat made with ingredients that will blow your mind!
These easy and super delicious black bean burgers will satisfy both the vegetarians AND the meat eaters in your life!
And now, my final strawberry recipe for the week! This time I’ve got the perfect summery dish for you!
I’m sharing another brand new strawberry recipe on the blog today! Fellow strawberry shortcake lovers – this one’s for you!
With the 4th of July just around the corner, it’s time to start planning those parties! And do I ever have an awesomely delicious, refreshing and EASY drink to serve your guests!
While I was pregnant with my twins, I realized I was going to need to get creative with my maternity wardrobe. Find out what I wore to stay comfortable and keep things practical!
Let’s discuss easy-peasy, super simple ways to boost our self-awesomeness level!
Learn what you should be buying and eating during the spring!
Learn my ultra flavorful favorite snacks that can be prepped in about two minutes!
Learn how to use those hours of the day you feel your very best to achieve your goals and create the life you want!
When late afternoon carb cravings start to creep up on me, I reach for this sweet and salty snack that comes with zero guilt!
To say the last four months have been a whirlwind would be a major understatement!
I’ve got a way to help you satisfy those chocolate cravings while also contributing to a healthier, longer life!
There are many foods out there that earn the title “super foods,” but here are nine of my favorites!
Learn my tricks for recognizing the very subtle signs of illness creeping up on you, and know what to do right away!
Learn how to slowly but surely change your life to achieve permanent fat loss!
Crispy edges… soft and savory center… comfort food magic… these are all words I use to describe this butternut squash and grilled onion amazingness.
The perfect drink to whip up the day after a big meal or night on the town!
It seems to be a safe and healthy ingredient, but is it?
This is one of my favorite treats in this whole wide world!
I ran my first marathon in the month when I turned 60, but I never could have done it without a few lucky discoveries. Let me tell you about them!
Find out how my curiosity allowed me to start relating some of my own nutritional issues to those of my cat, Simon, and my dog, Sheila.
Since I love pumpkin everything AND I love pancakes, creating this awesomely easy and super d-lish recipe was an obvious choice!
Being pregnant with twins was an indescribably special time in my life, but it definitely came with some things I didn’t expect!
Hey guys – meet my baby boys! I’m so excited to share with you all my new mommy experiences, but as you can imagine, these little cuties have been keeping me pretty busy lately. I’ll be sharing more shortly, but in the meantime, if you want to see what we’ve named our bundles of joy, allow me to […]
Let’s discuss what the various possibilities for overeating would be, before I spill the beans as to which reason I feel fills that top spot!
Find out how your health and sanity can improve when you start focusing on taking deeper breathes on a regular basis!
My favorite season is here! I love the fall, and you’ll love this fresh autumn produce!
This is why I feel we should do our best to hold off from putting anyone on the almighty “pedestal status.”
Most cleaning products are a big source of indoor pollution and are often considered unsafe to inhale, touch and ingest. Luckily, there is one natural ingredient that most of us already have in our cabinets that will accomplish many of our cleaning missions just as keenly!
What a difference 15 weeks makes! Geez… the human body is just amazing, and I’ve never appreciated mine more than I have over this past trimester.
These Single Serving Cinnamon Apple Crisps spell comfort and happiness for me AND they’re gluten and guilt free!
Many great things come out of adding this super duper, easy breezy 20 minute activity to your daily list of “things to do” ….
Wow, what an incredible week we’ve had! Last Wednesday, August 19th and Saturday, August 22nd were spent taping Jeff’s new special, “Unhinged in Hollywood,” and I really do think you’re going to be blown away when you see it this fall! It is his funniest special yet. Jeff has been preparing for this special for […]
I love weight lifting because there are a bunch of benefits that come along with it that aren’t so obvious. Read on to see what I mean…
They seem innocent, but condiments can turn a healthy plate into a calorie-laden one. Learn which condiments pack the flavor without the gnarliness!
If you’ve sustained a minor injury or are recovering from a more serious one, there is a form of exercise that will keep your body active and speed up the healing process!
We know we’re supposed to sleep 7 – 8 hours per night in order to feel our best, but how are we expected to pull that off if we can’t fall asleep to begin with?
Life has its moments of inevitable drama here and there, but I do my best to avoid it by doing these three things as soon as situations start to heat up!
Jeff attended his first Vent Haven Ventriloquist ConVENTion in the summer of 1976… And believe it or not, he’s been going every year since! As a youngster, Jeff competed in the junior contests held at the convention, taking top honors year after year. Eventually, they kindly requested that he no longer enter the contests so […]
Let’s talk about how much bread, ideally, we should or shouldn’t be eating.
Most of us LOVE bread! And we want to eat it without feeling bad about it! But what if the problem isn’t bread, but the quality and the portions of this beloved carb that we need to adjust?
What are my likes and dislikes? Get to know me better and find out!
Most of us just jump on the scale to check our weight status because it’s quick and easy, but it isn’t necessarily the best way to measure fat loss or fat gain. Before I explain why, however, let’s back up a bit… I feel there are two different types of people in the world: the […]
Strawberries, blueberries, avocados, toasted almonds and fresh greens all tossed together in a tangy dressing… that spells summertime magic, right there!
There sure has been a lot of chatter about “GMO” foods over the last few years, but what are they and why is the food world making such a big deal about them? And lastly, why should we care?
Knowing what to drink during a flight can have a big impact on how you look and feel once you arrive at your destination!
One of the bonus gifts that came with marrying Jeff was becoming a stepmom to his three daughters, Kenna, Bree and Ashlyn!
It’s interesting what two tiny little embryos can do to a girl’s body and overall existence! Boy oh boy, did these little guys make their presence known from the moment they decided to stick around.
A former pro fitness competitor, who now follows the IIFYM diet, recently posted the above Big Mac / Salad comparison photo online. It may look fantastic and exciting at first glance, (“WOW, a Big Mac is just as healthy as a salad!”), but there’s actually A LOT wrong with this photo and the message behind it. Before I get into that, however, let me first share the background info
In case you missed the announcement on Facebook, Jeff and I have some very exciting news to share: This fall, we will be welcoming twin boys to the family! Woo hoo! These little boys are so lucky because they will have three big sisters to watch over them and have loads of fun with. […]
With all of the clever marketing and mixed information in the media, it’s understandable that most people are confused as to which foods truly are healthy and which ones aren’t. Hey, I’ve been there! I’m unofficially a former addict for all snack foods labeled “Fat-free.” Yep, true story.
I have good news: Dessert doesn’t have to be taboo! In fact, it actually can be a rewarding part of a healthy, happy lifestyle. How? Read more to find out.
Look no further – here are the simple formulas you need to figure it out!
Is it possible to dine out and eat in a way that contributes to your fat loss goals? Absolutely! Be fearless with your meal ordering! You’ll be surprised what you can get if you just ask nicely. Read more to learn my tips and tricks.
Lower back injuries do not need to be part of our futures! These injuries can occur when doing very simple every day activities, such as lifting boxes/kids/dogs/backpacks or while riding bikes, lifting weights, playing sports or simply bending over to tie a shoelace. Needless to say, having a lower pack injury is no fun. You […]
I’ve been unhealthy and out of shape. And I’ve been so in shape that I’ve competed in NPC fitness competitions. But I found true happiness only when I figured out how to live right in the middle of those two extremes. I’ve learned you don’t have to completely go overboard to be healthy. I’ve learned […]
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These Tex Mex tacos use jackfruit to replace meat in this deliciously easy taco recipe! Jackfruit has become very popular over the last couple of years because it resembles pulled meat in both look and texture. But the great news is, because it’s a fruit, jackfruit is much healthier for you than pulled meat in […]
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