The Bluebird Patch

If you love pancakes for breakfast as much and I do then you must try this recipe from our friend Carolyn O'Neil latest cookbook, " Eating well and living healthy in the land of biscuits and bacon ".  I was  partnered  with Carolyn as part of the "got milk" Milk Mustache campaign and we had the opportunity to sit down for lunch and talk about nutrition and common myths regarding milk  consumption . She signed our book and I was so excited to meet her that the next morning I made her "Pecan Pancakes" for breakfast. My kids absolutely loved them and even ask me to make them again the next day.  The pancakes because of the added pecans are loaded with vitamin E and heart healthy omega-3 fatty acid. Of course, a tall glass with 8oz of milk is a must. Pancakes and milk = happy breakfast! Slim Down South Cookbook  “Pecan Pancakes” INGREDIENTS 1 cup of all purpose flour ½ cup of finely chopped pecans (or walnuts) ...

I'm a spokesperson on behalf the Protein Fight Club Milk Mustache Campaign. I have been compensated for this post. All opinions expressed are 100% my own. Time flies fast when you are having fun! I can't believe a month ago I started my journey as a spokesperson for the Milk Mustache "Got Milk" campaign.  I was paired with registered dietician Carolyn O'Neil and was given cool gadgets to help me achieve my new year resolutions towards a happy and healthier new me.   It has been an exciting journey mostly because of the many lessons I've learned along the way. From not skipping breakfast to being more mindful of how many steps I take during the day here are my top five lessons I take with me that has helped me live a happy and healthier life. 1. Start your day with milk!  A good breakfast habit is essential is you want to loose weight! Breakfast is the most important meal of the day and with 8 grams of protein in...

I'm a spokesperson on behalf the Protein Fight Club Milk Mustache Campaign. I have been compensated for this post. All opinions expressed are 100% my own. It's Not Breakfast Without Milk If you are looking for ways to loose weight and fight your mid-mornings cravings don't skip drinking a glass of milk. In recent study by Dr Michael Zemel and colleagues, analyzed the diets of 32 obese adults and discovered that those people eating three servings of low-fat dairy products a day lost more than 10% of their body weight. In contrast, those taking calcium supplements or those who had little calcium or dairy in their diet lost only 8% and 6% of their body weight, respectively. Personally, I love having high protein breakfast every morning. It gives me energy and valuable nutrients that I need to help me tackle the day. I always use egg whites, fresh fruit and of course a glass of 8oz of skim milk. If I'm making an omelet or scrambled eggs, I absolutely l...

I'm  a spokesperson on behalf the Protein Fight Club Milk Mustache Campaign.  I have been compensated for this post. All opinions expressed are 100% my own.  With the new year comes a new set of goals. Improve my eating habits, become more active, and learn to make better choices when it comes to food. A happy and healthy life is based on balance. Adequate carbohydrate vs protein intake has always been my biggest struggle so when the people behind The National Milk Mustache “got milk?” Campaign contacted me to become a spokesperson I couldn't say no. In full disclosure I'm the type of person who drinks milk everyday so the opportunity to document my journey, promote my love for milk and engage in a discussion about developing a healthy eating plan with my readers really excites me.   The National Milk Campaign has paired me with registered dietitian Carolyn O’Neil, MS RD, author of The Slim Down South Cookbook: Eating Well and Living Healthy in...