There is only one month left before the local farmer’s market closes for the year, so I’m preparing vegetables for the winter months. I’ve been freezing sauces such as homemade tomato sauce and roasting ... Continue Reading
Delicious Paleo Desserts Made Easy
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You’ll-Never-Miss-the-Ricotta Cauliflower and Cremini Rollups (Recipe)
I've heard people say it’s the everyday small victories that matter most. Maybe it’s a new personal record at today’s workout or a small kitchen victory that leads to more nutritious home-cooked ... Continue Reading
On-the-Go Mason Jar Meals for Busy Athletes
Once I realized the foods I ate mattered, I started looking at everything that entered my body. From cleaning products to plastic storage containers, my house does not even remotely resemble anything from ... Continue Reading
The Pivotal Role Food Plays in Your (Lack of) Performance
We constantly hear, and may even say ourselves, “I can eat whatever I want since I worked out today,” or, “He or she is so active they can get away with eating that.” This attitude comes from people ... Continue Reading
NOURI Bars (Product Review)
Finding a nutrition snack bar for pre- or post-workout is one thing, but what about finding one that is also socially responsible and donates a portion of their profits to children in need? Well, now we ... Continue Reading
The Science and Substance Behind Your Emotional Eating
We have all seen this scenario on our favorite primetime TV sitcom. Girl breaks up with boyfriend and sits on the sofa eating a pint of ice cream. Many people can relate to this same situation in their own ... Continue Reading
Ladera Granola (Product Review)
Attention granola lovers! I’ve got something for you to check out called Ladera Granola. I’m a bit of a granola enthusiast, and have made it myself a few times. Normally homemade stuff is greatly superior ... Continue Reading
Product Review: About Time Fruit, Nuts & Protein Bars
While I think most people agree that whole foods are the best option for snacking and post-workout protein meals, some people opt for convenience. When time is short, we've all probably reached for ... Continue Reading
Backyard Protein: An Urbanite’s Guide to Raising Chickens
It's 2:00 and you have a hankering for some protein. You grill up some chicken breast and have a nice mid-day snack. Ah, delicious protein. Then you get to thinking...do you really know where that chicken ... Continue Reading
Product Review: Joebar by Cocomo Joe
As long as I am exposed to incredible products and brands like Cocomo Joe, I’ll continue to have the world’s best job. As a consumer, I’ve seen Joe Bars around more and more of the places I frequent, such ... Continue Reading
Food Forward: How Backyard Harvesting Feeds the Hungry
Photos provided by Danette "Dizzle" Rivera and Food Forward. I pulled up to a neat, one story house tucked away in a bedroom community of the San Fernando Valley. A rectangle of grass lay before the ... Continue Reading
Healthy Eating On The Go: 8 Snacks to Try
Life gets crazy sometimes, and it's easy to compromise a good diet with unhealthy snacking habits. Here are eight healthy snacks to keep you going when life gets hectic. Some of them are even gluten-free ... Continue Reading
What’s In Your Mouth? 3 Food Tracking Apps for Rookies And Pros
Twelve years ago, my first year out of college, I became obsessed with what I ate. I had a job, but entry-level work meant I had to watch where I spent my money and I cared too much about my health to fall ... Continue Reading
Down in the Dirt Series: Part 4 – Food Justice and Communal Health
Photos provided by Danette "Dizzle" Rivera and Just Food. As a kid, my mother sent me to the market often. I bought milk, hot dogs, beans, and bread. She sent me regularly because she was ... Continue Reading
For the Love of Pie: 7 Steps Toward Reconnecting With Your Food
When I walk into a regular chain grocery story I can smell the corn syrup in the air. It is no wonder eating healthy is a constant struggle for many. We are bombarded daily with messages about food, ... Continue Reading
Product Review: Perky Jerky
And the winner for best brand name is history goes to: Perky Jerky! The makers of Perky Jerky have combined a seemingly improbable pair - jerky meat and energizing guarana - to form a truly unique product. ... Continue Reading
Product Review: Meenut Butter
With quadruple nut power Meenut Butter might just replace your almond butter fix. Meenut Butter is high on flavor and rich in healthy fats. Meenut Butter is the creation of CrossFit Coach, NASM Certified ... Continue Reading
Food Reviews Recap: Snacks You Need to Try
Sometimes too much of a good thing can be, well, too much! Readers tell me occasionally they worry they've missed out on something here on Breaking Muscle because there's just so much good stuff be post ... Continue Reading
Product Review: You Bar – Custom Energy Bars
Ever look at your favorite energy bar and wish it had a little more protein or that it was gluten-free? Or maybe you wish it came in a different flavor or contained fewer calories? Now, thanks to You Bar, ... Continue Reading
