In a nutshell, Trim Healthy Mama is an eating plan that can benefit anyone who is needing to improve their health. Trim Healthy Mama focuses on nutrition and balancing of blood sugars that help you lose weight in a healthy way (or stay trim and healthy).
This is an Eating plan… not a starvation diet.
You can look at my recipes and see for yourself that we are full and happy here at the Parker house.
This Grain Free Gluten Free Bread is so quick and easy for all the times you want to add a slice of bread to your meal or make an open faced sandwich.
I got the idea from my Trim Healthy Mama book for making bread in the microwave. I love Trim Healthy Mama.Check out my review here. You don’t have to use the microwave, you can bake this in the oven too. Sometimes life gets busy and I forget to plan ahead… that’s when I really like having recipes like this that I can make in a hurry. read more
I hope you have been enjoying 2014 as much as we have. In Richmond, we have had two snows already! This Louisiana girl can’t contain her excitement. We started off the new year with a challenge for 2014 to be the best year for your health in our New You New Years Series. In the series I covered several health topics each week for baby steps for slowing moving toward a healthier lifestyle.
This sugar free hot chocolate mousse is a delicious, creamy dessert you can whip up anytime you need something sweet. It uses a secret ingredient – glucomannan!
Sugar Free Hot Chocolate Mousse is the perfect sugar free treat that you won’t have any guilt over not sharing. It is light and airy. This is also gluten free with a dairy free option. Indulging in a rich and creamy dessert doesn’t have to mean compromising your health goals.
In this blog post, we will guide you through the process of making a delectable sugar-free hot chocolate mousse that is not only gluten-free but also keto-friendly. Get ready to satisfy your sweet tooth without any guilt!read more
Going to the grocery store just got easier with this Grocery Shopping Printable. Just add what extra items you need in the blanks and mark off what you don’t need for the week. You can simplify your shopping by having everything organized by area of the store.
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Hey there, fellow foodies and health-conscious pals! Are you ready to embark on a flavor-packed journey that’s as guilt-free as it is delicious? Today, I’m beyond excited to share with you a recipe that’s sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more: Apple Oatmeal Cream Pie!
But wait, it gets even better—these mouthwatering treats are not only bursting with apple-y goodness but also sugar-free, gluten-free, and dairy-free. Yep, you heard that right—indulgence without the guilt! So, grab your apron and get ready to whip up a batch of these heavenly pies that prove you can have your cake (or pie!) and eat it too, even on a health-conscious journey. Let’s dive into the recipe and treat ourselves to some wholesome, guilt-free indulgence! read more
Glucomannan is becoming my favorite new cooking addition
I had never heard of glucomannan before reading Trim Healthy Mama. Since adding it to our pantry, I can’t believe this is such a secret! It has many health benefits too, so if you haven’t tried glucomannan yet – let this be your sign.
It is basically a thickener. It absorbs liquids without changing the flavor and without needing to be heated. It is able to turn 1 cup of liquid into a thick pudding with only using a teaspoon. This also fills you up and keeps you full longer, which can benefit people trying to lose weight. Glucomannan is fiber, so it helps keep you regular too!
It can be used to replace corn starch, flour rouxs, and xanthan gum in most recipes. It has zero carbs or calories, and add no bad aftertaste or slimy texture.
On the plus side, you don’t even have to heat it up to use it. You can whip it up in your cold smoothies and it immediately goes to work. I used it in these Asian Lettuce Wraps to thicken up the sauce.
Can Glucomannan Help with Weight loss?
In one study, participants lost an average of 5.5 pounds in eight weeks by adding one gram of glucomannan to their diet one hour before meals – with no other changes. Now that is something to get excited about! With any new supplement, you should always ask your health care provider if this is something you should try.
Where do you buy Glucomannan?
I buy my glucomannan from Amazon. You can probably find it in your local health store too. It is gaining more popularity, so it should be fairly easy to find. It also lasts forever, because most recipes don’t use a huge amount.
I don’t think my kitchen will ever be complete without having glucomannan in the cabinets.
Have you tried Glucomannan yet? What are you favorite ways to use it?
Chicken Nuggets are such a staple in most kid’s diets (and some adults too!). We love the taste of fried chicken in little tasty bites… But all too frequently American’s feel trapped into getting fast food Chicken Nuggets.
We know that McDonald’s isn’t health food, but we expect to be eating only fried chicken and breading when you order their chicken nuggets.
It can’t be too bad, right?
Natural News.com released a forensic investigation to find out what was in McDonald’s chicken nuggets. The chicken nuggets that were inspected were from a McDonald’s located in Austin. Tx.
The investigators found several items in the chicken nuggets that were not chicken or breading!
1) Dark black hair like structures
Where did these come from since chickens don’t have hair?
I fell in love with lettuce wraps not to long ago… and I am hooked. We had them first at Cheesecake Factory. They were chicken and mushroom lettuce wraps and they were amazing! I was hooked from the first bite. I knew I would need to figure out a way to make these at home, because I couldn’t afford to go to Cheesecake Factory as often as I would want to eat these Asian lettuce wraps.
Since opening my world to lettuce wraps, I have a love for all things wrapped in lettuce. I know that if you haven’t tried them yet, you may not think they could be that wonderful… but just wait til you try these!!! I am going to be working on Mexican Lettuce Wraps, Peanut Sauce Lettuce Wraps, and Cheeseburger lettuce wraps.read more
When you are planning eat out, here are tips and what to order to help you stay on track even at restaurants. Read how to eat out on a diet.
ditch your sugar cravings
Healthy lifestyles are easy to follow when you are at home. You are in control of all the ingredients when you are cooking. You know exactly how many teaspoons of butter you put on your sweet potato. But we live in a real world where we need to know how to eat healthy even when we are not at home.
The good news is that it can be easier than you think!
book for making bread in the microwave. I love Trim Healthy Mama. 
