So I have come to find over the years that I am an INSTANT GRATIFICATION kind of person. I LOVE to have immediate results and immediate change when I do something. This is exactly where my issues with my body and eating have stemmed from. When I was bigger, instead of making life long changes that would help me not only lose weight but get healthy... INSTEAD I dyed my hair, went shopping, tried a different style of makeup, all of these things were coping mechanisms to help me burry my issues with my body.
LONG story short, I also HATE waiting for my food to cook, or bake, or WHATEVER. I want to eat when I am hungry. hahahah SO I need recipes that are quick and easy or else I will be very grumpy :D
BOOM!!!! Sweet and Spicy Baked Yams
Though these are not quite INSTANT because you do have to wait for them to bake.... I didnt have to do much, and I like that, I like it a lot :P
So here is how I made this magic!
Thing you will need:
- 1 sweet potato or yam
- Cayenne pepper
- Cinnamon
- Curry powder
- Coconut Oil
- a pan, a knife, and an oven ;)
Steps:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees, I had to do 400 degrees F because I think our oven is a little off!
2. Dice the yam into small pieces, since I am impatient I like to make smaller pieces so they will cook through faster!
3. Take 1 tsp. of Coconut Oil and rub into bottom of your pan
4. Place yams in the pan and sprinkle the 3 seasonings over the top, SHAKE IT AND BAKE IT!
5. Place the yams in the oven for approximately 30-40 minutes or until tender, use a fork to test out a larger piece.
VOILA a DELICIOUS side dish to add to dinner. It will taste AMAZING and not take you any time <3
ALSO fun fact of the day: If you are trying to lose weight and cut back on carbs, sweet potatoes and potatoes are (in my opinion) a GREAT way to get complex carbohydrates without all the processed CRAP that you'll find in other products. Remember when you eat clean you are eating things that don't come from a bag or box, that are fresh, and as little ingredients as possible!! I do my best to eat a Paleo Vegetarian diet because honestly just FEEL better, less bloated, and clean <3
Try this recipe out, and please leave feedback for what you think!
I have not been very consistent with my workouts since I got back from VEGAS but what I HAVE done is lost 5 lbs. and 2 inches since MONDAY!!! WHAAAAAATTTT yeah thats right people.
Physically I did not see much of a change, I didn't miraculously get ABS, and I didnt think I could have even lost this much weight, but the scale does not lie!
REMEMBER I am a work in progress..... please only positive comments.
Those 5lbs. may be mostly waste and water weight, but HEY that is all the NASTY my body has been holding on to, and now it is GONE.
I feel really refreshed, clean, and lean! I can see myself doing this 3 day cleanse at least quarterly throughout the year. It helps getting past plateaus, and pushing you harder in your nutrition.
It was easy to follow, I was hungry but only during my 6 hour bartending shifts, but other than that I felt REVIVED!
AND it is available to you! Have you ever done a cleanse to drop a few lbs. quickly?
So how do you even know that you need or want a cleanse??
If any of these are you, it might be time to FLUSH the toxins out and get rid of all the NASTY your body has been holding on to.
What is the 3 Day Refresh?
In just three short days, Beachbody’s 3-Day Refresh is engineered to clean your body quickly while keeping you full, and giving you more energy than you’ve ever had before! Unlike any other “cleanse” you may have tried, 3 Day Refresh was created to make your body full so that you can easily go about your day, and even get your workouts in! I did PiYo everyday on the cleanse and felt AMAZING.
With three day refresh, you can expect to see a flatter belly, reduce your cravings for carbs, sugars, chocolates, and your clothes will fit better. This is perfect when you are heading on vacation and want to look your best a few days before hitting the beach for BUNS OUT SUNS OUT!!! I can say that my stomach has NEVER been flatter and leaner <3
What Does 3 Day Refresh Include?
Shakeology for Breakfast (3 packets)
Shakeology will be your main source of incredible nutrition. Packed with supergreens and superfruits, Shakeology will make you feel amazing right when you wake up! Many of your bodies vital organs have been deprived of key vitramins, amino acids, pro and pre biotics for years. Shakeology will restore your body quickly to it’s ultimate state. 30 Day Supply of Shakeology- you pick the flavor you want of this incredible super drink. It will ensure you keep the weight off, and clinically proven to help you lose even more weight!
Vanilla Fresh Shakes for Lunch and Dinner (6 Packets)
20 grams of plant based protein is packed into this delicious shake, as well as 22 essential vitamins, minerals, and more. These shakes will curb your apetite further and ensure you get all the muscle building protein you need.
Daily Fiber Sweep (3 Packets)
An important part of the 3 Day Refresh is to clean your stomach of all the “junk” that has been deposited in their. The 3 Day Refresh Fiber Sweet uses a combination of whole ground flax, chia, and psyllium seed husks to gently clean your stomach, restoring it to it’s natural state.
Program Guide
This comprehensive guide walks customers through how this program works, what to expect, and how to prepare a shopping list, as well as their body, for the 3-Day Refresh. It also contains a menu planner with numerous easy-to-make, nutritious, and delicious meals, a list of fruit and veggie options, guilt-free flavorings, and recipes for fresh-pressed juices.
3 Day Refresh is NOT a liquid cleanse or fast! You’ll be pairing the Vanilla Fresh and breakfast Shakeology drinks with actual whole foods which in my HONEST opinion is a very, very good thing, because I love food <3
Out of all 3 options, I would most strongly recommend the 3 Day Refresh Challenge Pack. You’ll get the added benefit of a free trial Club membership where you can have a customized meal plan laid out for you 30 days. You can also print out grocery lists to make meal planning that much easier.
Shakeology is a part of the required breakfast for all 3 days so do not choose the 3 Day Refresh Kit without it unless you have a supply already on hand. FYI: Vegan Shakeology is recommended as part of the 3 Day Refresh as vegan sources of protein are easier to digest.
Pour some Shakeology on me!
If you are ready to change your body, restart your journey, need a REBOOT after an amazing vacation, or just need TO START, contact me TODAY so that I can help you. I would love to guide you to a whole new you!
