Vegan Chocolate Milk

Chocolate milk is probably one of the biggest childhood classics.  Also, not exactly the healthiest. This classic beverage would often contain loads of processed sugars, and no real nutrients.  Sure, the milk would supply some protein, but there are arguments against the use of dairy. This being said, I came up with a  recipe forContinue reading “Vegan Chocolate Milk”

Take A Hike

via Daily Prompt: Hike When someone says:’ Go take a hike!’ Your response should always be ‘CHALLENGE ACCEPTED!’ and here at Modern Food Explorer, we are going to tell you what the best foods are to help you complete that unofficial, yet totally official challenge. first off are the energy boosting foods. Things that naturallyContinue reading “Take A Hike”

College Hacks for Health: the Cafeteria

I’m willing to bet that most of y’all college kids don’t have the money eating out for every meal. That leaves you with one choice: THE DINING HALL ‘E gads! ack, no!!!’ I can here y’all saying in your Calvin and Hobbes voices.(if you have never heard of calvin and Hobbes, I suggest you GoogleContinue reading “College Hacks for Health: the Cafeteria”

Morning Oat muffin

Need a lasting energy boost? Look no further! This recipe includes ingredients best for getting your energy up, and stabilizing it throughout the day! Oats are a healthy carbohydrate, which provides the lasting energy. Eggs contain lots of protein, and provide B-Vitamins, which help boost the metabolism. Strawberries are a way to satisfy the morningContinue reading “Morning Oat muffin”

Hot Chocolate Coffee Slushie

Get your usual good morning caffeinated gogo juice, with a cooling chocolatey and healthy twist! Still dont believe its healthy? Here’s the nutrition breakdown. Cocoa powder contains certain helpful antioxidants. The unsweetened coffee, as well as the cocoa  contains a little bit of natural caffeine to get your energy up. Maple syrup is an unprocessedContinue reading “Hot Chocolate Coffee Slushie”

Watermelon Spritzer

Watermelon is a very nutritious and low calorie fruit.Watermelon contains numerous nutrients that promote great health. Among them is lycopene, which is a nutrient thought to help cardiovascular health, and possibly protect against cancer. Watermelon is mostly water, which makes it a lower calorie food; only 40 calories per cup. Hibiscus tea also helps cardiovascularContinue reading “Watermelon Spritzer”

Peanutbutter Muffin with Energy Spread

ingredients: 12 tbs P2B .5 tbs pumpkin spice 1 Egg 3-4 tbs water 1 tbs. coconut oil 1 tsp matcha powder 1 tsp honey Directions: Place P2B, Pumpkin spice, egg, and water into mug Mix ingredients well. Microwave for 3 minutes. Take muffin out of cup. set aside. place coconut oil, matcha powder, and honey intoContinue reading “Peanutbutter Muffin with Energy Spread”

Sweet Greek Fruit Dip

Ingredients: .5 cup plain greek  yogurt 1/4tsp cinnamon 1/8tsp ginger 1/4 tsp turmeric 2tbs honey Strawberries or other fruit for dipping directions: Place yogurt and spices into a bowl, mix well. drizzle honey into yogurt, mixing one tablespoon in at a time. Serve immediatly with strawberries, or chill in refrigerator. calories( dip only): ~185  

Healthy Chocolate Chips

Ingredients 2 tbs coconut oil 1 tbs honey 4 tbs cacao powder 1tsp cinnamon 1 tsp pumpkin spice   Directions Place all ingredients into a bowl. Mix until well blended. put mix into a pastry bag( if you dont have one of these, take a plastic sandwich bag and make a small cut to oneContinue reading “Healthy Chocolate Chips”

Spinach Potato Soup

Ingredients 18 white potatoes( peeled, diced, and boiled) 1 can spinach, 1 cup plain greek yogurt 2 c. whole milk 1.25 c. water 2 tsp turmeric 1.25 tbs black pepper 1.5 tbs red pepper flakes 5 tbs italian seasoning 1 yellow onion, diced 2 tbs. veggie broth powder   Directions Puree potatoes and spinach. addContinue reading “Spinach Potato Soup”