http://www.lauralondonfitness.com/rss/?feed=diet Latest food and diet feeds from Laura London : Fitness Model and Trainer en-us Copyright 2012 www.lauralondonfitness.com This is an easy protein pancake to make for breakfast or try it as an afternoon snack. Who said eggs are only for breakfast? You choose your favorite protein powder and addins. The basic recipe: 1 whole egg, 3 egg whites, 1 or 2 scoops of protein powder, Raw Coconut oil http://www.lauralondonfitness.com/food-and-diet/healthy-breakfast/protein-pancake-recipe Thu, 3 Nov 2011 13:32:07 +0000 For the weight conscious, coconut milk provides a good source of nutrition in any weight loss regime. This is because the saturated fat molecules are made up of short-chain and medium-chain fatty acids that are quickly assimilated by the body – they are not stored as surplus fat in the body like the long chain fatty acids in dairy milk. http://www.lauralondonfitness.com/food-and-diet/healthy-breakfast/raw-coconut-oil Sat, 5 Nov 2011 03:34:10 +0000 Do you love lemonade but not all the chemicals and added sugar?  Then you are going to love my RAW lemonade recipe.  It is one of my all time favorites. Run and get that juicer out because http://www.lauralondonfitness.com/food-and-diet/healthy-juicing--smoothies/luscious-raw-lemonade Mon, 28 Nov 2011 13:58:06 +0000 Laura London's Halloween Pumpkin Protein Smoothie - The perfect blend of healthy choices with a great holiday taste! http://www.lauralondonfitness.com/food-and-diet/healthy-juicing--smoothies/pumpkin-protein-smoothie Mon, 28 Nov 2011 18:07:41 +0000 Summer time is officially hear and it is time to get that BBQ out!  I love the BBQ because it makes cooking so easy because there are no pans to wash.  Now I realize not everyone likes eggplant but just give it a try or just http://www.lauralondonfitness.com/food-and-diet/healthy-side-dishes/marinated-grilled-eggplant Thu, 8 Dec 2011 14:56:43 +0000 This is hands down my all time favorite easy to make RAW breakfast cereal.   Here is what you need: 1 Apple, 1 Banana, Almond Milk or milk of choice, Cinnamon, Nuts of choice, Raisins http://www.lauralondonfitness.com/food-and-diet/healthy-breakfast/healthy-raw-breakfast-cereal Fri, 9 Dec 2011 13:23:33 +0000 Ingredietnts: 1 head of Kale  Juice of 1 lemon Sea salt to taste 2 cloves crushed garlic 1/4 cup virgin olive oil 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped Remove the vein of the kale. Tear the leaves into small, bit size pieces.   Mix lemon, salt, garlic, oliv oil and onion together first.  Then add to kale.  Take your http://www.lauralondonfitness.com/food-and-diet/healthy-side-dishes/heavenly-kale Mon, 19 Dec 2011 15:05:57 +0000   ABSolutions Healthy Protein Bars 1 Jar Organic Peanut Butter1 Cup of Organic Maple Syrup or Honey½ cup of Bob’s Red Mill Flax1 Cup each of ORGANIC  Almonds, Walnuts, Brazil Nuts, Sunflower and Pumpkin Seeds2 Cups vanilla protein powder of choice Grind all the nuts and seeds in Vitamix or Food Processor.  Grind them http://www.lauralondonfitness.com/food-and-diet/healthy-snacks/homemade-healthy-protein-bars Mon, 19 Dec 2011 15:26:50 +0000 Baked Sweet Potato Fries   Prep time: 10 minutesCooking time: 35-40 minutesServes: 4 Ingredients: 1 sweet potato1 – 2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oilSea salt (optional) Directions: - Preheat oven to 350 degrees. - Wash sweet potatoes and slice into “french fries”. - Place sliced sweet potatoes in a large bowl, add olive oil and sea salt, toss to coat. - http://www.lauralondonfitness.com/food-and-diet/healthy-side-dishes/baked-sweet-potato-fries Tue, 20 Dec 2011 07:02:22 +0000 This is one of my favorite breakfasts or even a mid afternoon snack. I use Paul Newman's Pineapple salsa on so many things. Low in sodium, high in flavor. Enjoy. Let me know your favorite Salsa.... http://www.lauralondonfitness.com/food-and-diet/healthy-breakfast/simple-eggs-and-salsa Fri, 30 Dec 2011 09:40:37 +0000 I love these healthy wraps!   Bursting with living enzymes to help your digestion, antioxidents to help ward off disease and they just plain taste good. Ingredients: 1 tomato 1 cucumber 1 red pepper 1 green pepper 1 apple Mango Slices Golden raisins Juice of 1/2 lime   Wrap or choice or romain, iceburg or any green leafy vegetable for the wrap   Directions: 1. http://www.lauralondonfitness.com/food-and-diet/healthy-lunch/colorful-fruit-and-veggie-wraps Wed, 18 Jan 2012 11:58:36 +0000 I am a big tea drinker and absolutely love Tulsi Tea.  Organic India is a wonderful company and a global leader in promoting organic products and in supporting sustainable farming, wild crafting and village/tribal agricultural communities in India.   In India, the herb Tulsi also called holy basil has been used for http://www.lauralondonfitness.com/food-and-diet/healthy-juicing--smoothies/tulsi-tea Fri, 20 Jan 2012 06:40:19 +0000 What's for Lunch??   Plate full of Organic baby greens 1/2 ripe organic pear Sprinkle of chopped almonds Sprinkle of Organic Blond ground flax seeds  (Flax Advantage by Purium Health Products) Sprinkle of goji berries 1 TBS Annies Balsamic Vinaigrette.  Bottle of Kevita sparkling probiotic strawberry acai coconut drink.      ** Probiotics are needed for digestive health, they help to support http://www.lauralondonfitness.com/food-and-diet/healthy-lunch/pear-almond-flax-and-goji-berry-over-baby-greens Tue, 24 Jan 2012 11:30:47 +0000 Laura shows you how to make a healthy lunch quickly with your leftovers. Grab and Go. We are all in a hurry, but we still need to eat healthy, no excuses PEOPLE!!!!!Look for my "Exercise Your RIght to Eat Healthy" recipe CD on my products page of this web site. Just pop http://www.lauralondonfitness.com/food-and-diet/healthy-lunch/quick-and-healthy-leftover-lunch-idea Mon, 6 Feb 2012 09:23:53 +0000 Roasted Brussel Sprouts Ok, I know Brussel Sprouts really. I did not know I liked them until I had them roasted with garlic and oil. Try them this one time, and see what you think. They are very easy to prepare and great to throw on top of salad, they add bulk and lots http://www.lauralondonfitness.com/food-and-diet/healthy-side-dishes/roasted-brussel-sprouts Mon, 6 Feb 2012 09:45:49 +0000  Valentine's Day Dark Chocolate Strawberry Smoothie 2 squares your favorite dark chocolate, chopped into small pieces 1 cup of frozen Organic Strawberries About 1 cup Almond Milk or milk of choice I use a few drops of liquid Stevia or sweetner of choice, raw honey, agave etc Place all ingredients in blender and blend well. http://www.lauralondonfitness.com/food-and-diet/healthy-juicing--smoothies/valentines-day-dark-chocolate-smoothie Tue, 14 Feb 2012 14:30:21 +0000 Healthy Cantaloupe Milkshake This is one of my favorite and easy drinks to make!  It is so simple and can be made with different fruits.  Pour over ice to make it fresh and cold.  Nothing better on a warm summer day. 1 Organic Cantalope  1 Blender Thats it! Scoop out the canteloupe and put it http://www.lauralondonfitness.com/food-and-diet/healthy-juicing--smoothies/healthy-cantaloupe-milkshake Tue, 21 Feb 2012 19:00:10 +0000 Quick and Healthy Snack Ideas Everyone is talking about eating healthy and getting in 5 to 6 small meals a day.  Are you having trouble figuring out what to eat.  Do you wish it could just be a little simpler.  Well I have put together a short list of some health http://www.lauralondonfitness.com/food-and-diet/healthy-snacks/quick-and-healthy-snack-ideas Thu, 23 Feb 2012 12:12:36 +0000 Praise the Goddess Juice Recipe 7DayGoddessJuiceFeast.com Here is a sneek peek to one of my favorite recipes from the 7 Day Goddess Juice Feast. Watch the video for instructions on how to make this delicious juice. Ingredients: 5 Carrots 1 apple 1/2 to 1 cucumber 1 handfull of parsley 1/2 avaocado 1 lemon slice 1 cup coconut water or water Optionals: 1 Scoop Protein http://www.lauralondonfitness.com/food-and-diet/healthy-juicing--smoothies/praise-the-goddess-juice-recipe Tue, 6 Mar 2012 14:12:44 +0000 I love Quinoa and I love Cranberry, so what could be better than a healthy salad made with both. You all know I love to eat healthy and part of my passion it to inspire you to eat healthy too.  Planning is a KEY ingredient in eating and living a healthy http://www.lauralondonfitness.com/food-and-diet/healthy-side-dishes/quinoa-cranberry-salad Mon, 12 Mar 2012 13:47:18 +0000