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(Roasted) Root Veggies – 3 Ways!
Have you seen root vegetables piled sky-high at the markets? We love this time of year, and how the season lends itself to whipping up a warming soup, or roasting a mixture of roots to pair with lean...
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Protein-Packed Pumpkin Pancakes
This time of year we know people fall in love with both pumpkin spiced flavors and comfort foods. With a little creativity, and commitment to a wholesome food diet, you can enjoy favorite meals that...
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Healthy Grocery Shopping Made Simpler
Your trip to the grocery determines your eating habits for the week. Don’t set yourself up for failure. Follow these do’s and don’ts to make sure you make the right choices and bring home good-for-you...
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10 Healthy Spooky Foods For A Happy Halloween
With less than 10 days until Halloween we’re getting into the spirit of things here at FitStar. Traditionally Halloween is a sugar-filled holiday, and not just for the kids, either. Are bowls of candy...
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Crockpot Turkey Meatballs
This recipe from sallysbakingaddiction.com makes deliciously tender crockpot turkey meatballs with hardly any work. Throw them in the crockpot in the morning and come home to an amazing smelling home...
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Two Hearty Chili Recipes (Vegetarian + Con Carne)
This time of year we love cooking up a batches of hearty soup or stew to have at the ready. When the weather turns chilly, we, too, turn to chili (see what we did there?) – the hardest decision is...
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Healthier Holiday Pies (Pumpkin, Apple, Cherry, and Pecan, Too!)
We love pie. Especially the kinds served on Thanksgiving. But not all pies are created equal – here are two perfect pumpkin pies for healthier holiday dessert options. The star of the Thanksgiving,...
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How To Eat To Survive Cold Season
This article, written by Becky Duffett, was originally published by Fitbit. The days are getting shorter, the air is getting crisper, and you’re stepping indoors, from the train to the office to gym...
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Easy Leftover Turkey Soup
This week many families will feast on turkey, and then find they need use up what’s left. Should you have leftover turkey on hand, or cooked chicken for that matter, making a hearty soup with fresh...
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8 Tips To Avoid Overeating This Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is the most anticipated meal of the year. If your families are anything like ours, the event starts mid-afternoon for a feast that lasts hours and consists of enough food to feed an army....
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Slow-Cooked Bolognese Sauce
Have you ever wanted to make your very own Bolognese sauce, but couldn’t stomach spending all day in front of the stove? Here’s a recipe you’ll love, especially when you want to warm up a winter...
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Healthier Holiday Beverages (Plus Workouts!)
This holiday season, remember that what you drink counts just as much as what you eat. So if you’re going to indulge, do it mindfully, and with the best ingredients possible. Here are three of our...
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Homemade Apple and Pear Crisps and Chips
This time of year, when sweets and treats are everywhere, have some natural sugar ready to crunch instead. Try these homemade apple and pear crisps, or chips, for a fresh, fun, and fat-free bite....
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Seven Things to Skip at the Holiday Buffet (And What to Eat Instead)
Restrictive diets are practically designed for failure—especially this time of year, when endless parties, dinners, and family get-togethers fill your calendar and test your willpower. Luckily,...
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6 Reasons Why You Can’t Out-Exercise An Unhealthy Diet
You know the saying “abs are made in the kitchen?” It’s true that you can’t out-exercise an unhealthy diet and a recent article on The Huffington Post Living has the skinny. #1 – You Are Not Michael...
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5 Healthier Takes on the Potato Latke
We love a good potato pancake any time of the year, but especially when celebrating the holiday season. They aren’t known as being the healthiest dish so we scoured the internet for some alternative...
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Sweet & Spicy Chicken Wings and Other Fun Party Foods
With New Year’s Eve around the corner (and some important sporting games on the horizon), we’re digging through our favorite recipes for feeding a crowd. These are all great to make whether you’re...
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Tips For Finding High-Quality Produce During Winter
If you live in a cold-weather region, chances are you’ve noticed something different lately at the grocery store. Shelves are piled high with squashes and potatoes, summertime favorites like peaches...
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A Creamy Green Smoothie for the New Year
Happy New Year! Raise your glass and join us in the first toast of 2017. What’s in that glass? We suggest a super simple smoothie that will jump-start any day of the week, let alone the first of the...
View ArticleHearty and Healthy Make-Ahead Mason Jar Salads
Living a healthy lifestyle is on many minds this time of year and, along with exercise, comes eating well. One of our favorite ways to pack a lot of #fitfuel in one meal is to make mason jar salads....
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