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Month: October 2019

Roasted Eggplant Meatballs

Roasted Eggplant Meatballs

We frequently schedule meatballs as part of our weekly meal plan, as they are a great option when it comes to a weight loss program. First of all, one batch of meatballs serves you for several lunches and dinners. More importantly, once you realize that “spaghetti and…” are not actually the words that always precede “meatballs”, you’ll find that they can be a great source of protein, low in calories, and fit in with almost any weight loss plan. For…

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Meal Planning: A Key Part of Your Weight Loss Program

Meal Planning: A Key Part of Your Weight Loss Program

With the beginning of fall comes the return of routine. Kids are back to school, vacations are done, and everyone gets back on their regular schedule. Believe it or not, for some people (mostly parents), the start of a new school year comes as a welcome respite after an often chaotic summer. How does this relate to long-term weight loss? It’s simple.  There is no part of your weight loss program that responds better to routine and scheduling than weekly…

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Mounds Overnight Oats

Mounds Overnight Oats

Here’s another in my series of classic candy or dessert-based overnight oats recipes, this one aimed squarely at those who, when presented with age-old TV advertising question of whether they “feel like a nut” or “don’t”… don’t. Mounds overnight oats combines chocolate and coconut to make this a tasty start to any day, while still containing the satisfying fiber from the oats which should take you most, if not all, of the way to lunch time! Ingredients (makes 4 servings)…

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