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Breakfast Rice Cakes: A Fun & Protein-Packed Morning Treat

Does leftover rice go to your refrigerator to die?  I always have good intentions to use it up the next day and never do...until I found this recipe! If you're looking for a new, delicious way to use up leftover rice, these breakfast rice cakes are the perfect solution! Lightly sweet, crispy on the outside, and packed with flavor, they’ve become a staple in my house—especially because my 8-year-old loves them. You can mix in any fruit you have on hand or pile on your favorite toppings for an extra boost! Why You’ll Love These Breakfast Rice Cakes ✔ Uses Leftover Rice – A great way to get that leftover rice out of your fridge and transform yesterday’s grains into something delicious.  ✔ Kid-Approved – Slightly crunchy, naturally sweet, and customizable with fruit and fun toppings.  ✔ Protein-Packed – Thanks to the eggs and my homemade protein powder, these keep you full and fueled for the day.  ✔ Quick & Easy – A simple batter, a quick fry, and breakfast is served...
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Healthy Pregnancy Snack Attack!

 


We all know that pregnancy has the potential to be a wild (and wonderful) ride.  As with all wild and wonderful things, it's important to make sure you're fueling your body with all the right things to enjoy the ride.  That's why I'm a HUGE lover of snacking.  Especially if you are busy and not always making the time to sit and eat a properly balanced mea.l.  Snacking is a great way to sneak in extra nutrients, keep up your energy and curb nausea!  Check out this list I've put together and if you take the time to plan ahead, you'll be well on your way to reaching for nutrition fixes when in the midst of a snack attack!

 Here are a few of my favs:

  • Greek yogurt with berries   Think, protein, calcium, and antioxidants all packed into a satisfying sweet snack.
  • Hummus and veggies Hummus is a great source of protein and healthy fats.   It's the perfect way to spruce up raw veggies like carrots, celery, and bell peppers. It's also been said that "crunchy" foods can help alleviate nausea.
  • Hard-boiled eggs Eggs are a a great source of quick, on the go protein.
  • Trail mix Buy a mix at the store or DIY with nuts, seeds, and dried fruit.  You'll be getting in lots of healthy fats and fiber.
  • Apple slices with almond, sunflower or peanut butter.  Cue fiber , vita C, protein and healthy fats.
  • Roasted chickpeas: One of my favs!  Roasted chickpeas are a crunchy, savory snack packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins and minerals like iron and magnesium. I love roasting mine with cumin for extra flavor.
  • Cottage cheese with fruit: You'll be getting in a dose of protein and calcium + all the vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants from the fruit.
  • Smoothies and Smoothie Bowls: Blend up some frozen fruit with a little nut milk and sneak a few extra in nutrients into your day.
  • Avocado toast: I consider this on ol faithful.  It never lets me down in a moment of hAnger. This combo contains healthy fats, fiber, and vitamins C and K, complex carbohydrates for a little boost of energy. 

Pick a few of these to always have on hand to sneak in extra nutrients + help you curb any pregnancy related nausea.  I'd love to hear what your favorite go-to snacks are!  Please share in the comments below!   Happy snacking!


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