by Anita Muniz | Jan 10, 2016 | Uncategorized
Grandmas Green Chile
On medium heat cook:
2 lbs. Diced Pork Tenderloin or roast (approx 1/2″ cubes)
In 2 qt bowl pour together
1 8oz can diced tomatoes
2 Cloves Garlic finely minced
1 to 2 cups roasted green chili
1/2 tsp Garlic salt
1/2 tsp Salt
2 Carrots peeled and finely diced
Mash mixture together with hands break up with fingers. Add:
1/2 Medium Onion chopped
1 carrot peeled and finely chopped.
2 medium potatoes peeled and finely chopped
Water to cover over mixture approx 1″
Leave mixture in fridge for up to 8 hours.
Add to cooked pork in hot cook pot. Bring to boil. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer for approx 45 minutes.
~Aneda Marquez
Grandma always makes something delicious to serve with her special Green Chile. We decided to add a fried egg, sautéed tomatoes and shredded cheese. Enjoy!
by Anita Muniz | Jan 3, 2016 | Uncategorized
Have you considered your New Years Resolution?
It might seem like a daunting task, let us help make it easier. The new year is a time for new beginnings and a fresh start so why not start with you. Set yourself up for success this year with a solid resolution and plant the seed for change in your life.
One of the most inspiring quotes I read this year talked about how important it is to do good for others, but ended with how important it is to do something great for yourself. We forget how crucial it is to first be kind to ourselves and invest energy in ourselves before we can be great for others. So here is our call to action to invest in yourself and be the change you want to see.
Here are some simple tips to consider to help you come up with a great New Years resolution. You can’t go wrong when you’re trying to improve. We even included some fun examples from our Fit Snack Team.
“If you’re better, everything will be.”
1. Be realistic – focus on 1 obvious thing you want and/or need to change
~Be specific. What Exactly do you want to IMPROVE? Now what do you want to do to manifest it?
Here’s an example: “I want to start swimming consistently so I can have an edge”. More specifically, “Since I want to swim competitively, I will join a masters swim team and I’ll show up to every practice.”
2. You need a back up plan for your resolution – A little something I like to call Plan B – Prep for it, then prepare to make mistakes and have a Plan B. This helps you to be realistic with yourself about what you can do to eventually achieve what you want.
~Plan B Ex: Anita – “I missed practice and have failed” v.s. “I’ll go to 3 practices a week and work up to 5.”
3. Succeed – if you’re determined you will. With a solid plan you can’t fail!
Here are a few more examples from the Fit Snack Team.
Our Founder Rose wants to become a better speaker, for her resolution she said
“I will sign up for voice lessons to improve control of my voice.” Her backup plan, “If I miss a lesson I will make it up.”
Fit Snack Intern, Arielle said
“I plan to step out of my comfort zone more often. I’ll accomplish this, by asking for and embracing new responsibilities and refusing to shy away from a challenge.”
The New Year is here so why not invest extra energy in improving. You will only be that much more prepared for the challenges and opportunities ahead.
We wish you success in 2016, you got this. Happy New Year!
by Anita Muniz | Sep 9, 2015 | Uncategorized
Eating Fruits & Veggies are Essential
Here are some tips on how to develop fruit and veggie habits:
If you do not eat a lot of fruits and veggies, your body will need a little time to adjust to the lifestyle. Here is a quick 1, 2, 3 on how to make small adjustments, which will result in huge gains later.
- Fruit: Eat fruit in the morning. A few great options are blueberries, raspberries (each lower in sugar) or apples (higher in fiber). From there, you can even add various color combinations, making your AM fruit a fun adventure. We also recommend a play on your favorites, using fruit like frozen grapes in place of popsicles or ice cream.
- Veggies: Start by adding 1 type of veggie to each meal. If you are not sure where to start, go for whatever is in season. Examples are; scrambled eggs or egg whites with Kale or Spinach for breakfast, a Tuna Salad with Green Beans for lunch and Lean Steak with Brussel Sprouts for dinner. Brussel sprout cooking tip – Cut Brussel Sprouts in half, saute’ on hot pan making them slightly charred, then roast in oven at 350 until soft. A little oil and balsamic will sweeten them up!
- Final Step: Our final tip is to make sure that you are eating healthy snacks in between meals. This will keep your pallet on point to appreciate the fruits and veggies to come. Before you know it, you’ll be eating lighter, healthier and fresher.
Cheers to healthy!
~ The Fit Snack Team
by Anita Muniz | Sep 3, 2015 | Uncategorized
The YummyHealth® Mission is to help families “take the fight out of food” by providing snack alternatives that taste like their favorite junk foods but are lower in sugar and processed starches. We use real ingredients with real nutrients, like coconut, almond butter, cocoa and flax seed in our YummySnack Bars and real Wisconsin cheese that makes up 99% of our YummySnack Chips. Snack healthy. Snack happy! Choose YummySnacks!
by Anita Muniz | Sep 2, 2015 | Uncategorized
Our mission is to create incredibly delicious foods that are full of nutritional benefits and that are available to everyone, while educating kids, parents, and teachers on the importance of eating healthy.
When Alex met Maddy, he knew her contagious energy and love for people would help change the world. Their belief that everyone should have access to healthy food is what inspired Love Grown Foods to not just be a product on the shelves, but a company with a passion to make a true change. With Alex’s desire to start his own company, and Maddy’s background in nutrition, together they Love Grown Foods.
In a short matter of time, but a lot of hard work, they turned Love Grown Foods into a national brand on a mission to create change.In addition to offering great products (made with LOVE) in grocery stores across the country, we are passionate to be a part of the bigger change that needs to happen. We are taking the time to visit classrooms (from kindergarten to high school) and educate kids on the importance of eating breakfast and fueling their bodies right. We believe you should be able to recognize and pronounce every single ingredient in your food. All of our products are made with all natural, simple and pure ingredients and LOVE of course!!
