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Summer…we’re so ready for you!

The longer days, early morning walks & gardening, evenings that stretch & are full of fun & play until dark, backyard hangouts, BBQ’s, family gatherings, vacations, pool time, dining al fresco. So many things to love about summer!… *This week has been a heavy one. Thinking of those families who will have a very different summer than they had hoped for, our thoughts & prayers are with them, and I’m committed to living in defiant hope & making the impact we can, right here & now, in our families & communities.*…And with that…comes the inspiration to make sure our health, vitality & energy match our summer bucket lists & plans. Here’s a quick round up of summer essentials, recipes, workouts I’m loving, summer beach reads, and more. Cheers to the long weekend & the start of summer ‘22! May it be memorable & wonderful in every way.
Maddy’s Good list summer roundup: 

*The perfect summer salad (that can be paired with grilled foods or as a stand alone dinner)—shared the recipe over on insta 😉 (tag me if you make it!)

*HIIT workout: when you have 20 min & want to get your sweat on before you tackle the day.

*Beach read, Genius zone: I’ll be bringing this one on vacation with me & discussing with my inspired reads book group…summer is a perfect time to focus in on our zone of genius & what inspires us & allows us to live more creatively. The world needs that from you.

*Kids craft roundup: try these to make memories on the long summer days 

Share what’s on your summer bucket list & essentials for this beautiful season!
My summer healthy essentials roundup:

*Hydrate for natural electrolytes (great for kids & moms & we make popsicles with it!)

*Stress relief for anyone who’s extra busy in summer (mommas ;))

*Peach energizing tea: summer in a glass & a perfect midday boost without caffeine

*Sustained energy boost for all day energy/focus (*free with order!)

*Vitalizer for complete daily nutrition on the go

*Life shake for yummy summer lunches (try the limited edition peach!)

*7 day healthy cleanse: the easiest way to feel & look amazing from the inside out!

These have been powering me through summers with all the energy & vitality I could ask for since 2012…so grateful I get to share them with you & see the impact it makes!
Happy clients tell all:

“J & I are loving the dream serene!”

“I need to do another healthy cleanse soon”

‘I’m feeling less anxious & I’m down 6lbs in 2 weeks”

“This sustained energy boost is incredible!”

*Let’s make your summer the best yet!
Email me hello@maddypidel.com for your free 15 min health or life design consult!
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Gimme all the peaches—Peach crisp, and peaches & cream shake

So, this time of year, seasonal eating means all the fruits for this crew, and especially some quick and delicious fruit desserts, that are light and refreshing.

I have shared this crisp recipe before, in apple form. It’s SO easy, and can be made GF if desired.

And of course, on these hot summer days, sometimes we prefer to have a nice cold shake…those are our family breakfasts of choice often in this warmer season…so I also include a fun peaches and cream shake recipe, for any peaches that don’t make it into the crisp…

Peach Crisp

*4-5 ripe peaches, pitted and sliced

*1 stick butter, some for the pan, some for the topping.

*1 cup organic oats

*1/2 cup organic brown sugar, raw sugar, or coconut sugar

*1/2 cup flour: coconut flour, regular flour, or omit if you want.

Directions:

Prep the 9 in glass pie pan with butter, then toss in peaches with a tiny bit of raw sugar, let them sit while you prepare the crumble.

Cut butter into oats and flour & sugar, using a pastry cutter.

Preheat the oven to 350. Pop the crisp into the oven and bake 15-20 minutes, making sure it’s browning on top, bubbling well and smells like summer goodness as you pull it out. Let cool then douse with whipped cream, because, life is short, and the little things can make all the difference 😉

When you prefer to sip your peach crisp…:)

You all know we love our #lifeshakelife. Only plant protein I trust and use and recommend. It’s seriously amazing and if you’ve been wanting to try but haven’t been ready to commit to a 30 serving bag, hit me up for a sample serving.

So, this shake is easy and tastes heavenly. Of course, I’m always tempted to add greens, but the peach skins add a nice amount of fiber and it’s balanced well by the texture of oats, making it an awesome summer lunch that will keep you energized and on your A-game.

Peaches & Cream Shake

*3 ripe peaches, pitted and chopped (leave skins on, extra fiber)

*1 to 1 1/2 c. almond milk

*2-3 ice cubes

*1 tsp vanilla extract

*2 scoops vanilla life plant protein

*Optional: 1/4 cup organic oats

Blend ingredients. Serve and enjoy.

Cheers to June flavors and summer memory making with loved ones.

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Healthy Holiday treats…3 winners!

As many of you know, I do have a solid sweet tooth, and a few years ago when I began to drastically reduce the sugar we consume, personally and as a family (not super strict, just aware, reading labels and mostly eating whole foods, etc)….I started spending time creating sweet variations for snacking and dessert that would be both satisfying, filling and that myself and my kiddos could have several helpings and feel great about it. With a flexible and intuitive eating philosophy, we’re looking to create recipes from wholesome ingredients that satisfy us, and these really hit the spot for our family.

And if you haven’t noticed, simplifying is a huge theme of mine so these are all minimal ingredients, 2 don’t require baking(!) and are easy to make with busy little hands helping 🙂

I so wish I could hop into all of your kitchens this time of year, share a cup of coffee and enjoy seeing all the fun treats you’re whipping up! If you feel inspired to try these, I don’t think you’ll regret it, and sharing them will make it twice as fun–when you let people in on the secret that these are healthy AND Yummy!

Delicious 3 ingredient fudge

Holiday chocolate protein fudge

(Gluten free, paleo (if you use build shake), dairy free)

This recipe is a winner, we created it first to accompany the pumpkin spice flavors of fall, but it stands alone and is an winner with a chocolate protein instead! Another selling point for me with these recipes–no baking…and easy to decorate 🙂

*3/4 cup organic, raw honey

*1 cup almond butter or peanut butter (smooth)–can sub sunflower butter if nut allergies

*1 cup chocolate life shake

*optional sprinkles

Blend honey and nut butter in a saucepan on low, until fully melted/blended. Add protein powder, stirring slowly. remove from heat, pour into glass pie pan or square dish (no need to grease). Add crumbled candy cane or other sprinkles…Refrigerate 1 hour and enjoy! Store in fridge, can keep up to 1 week…brilliantqar.

I have a feeling both young and old will love these!

Macaroons

Macaroons

(Gluten free, paleo, dairy free)

*5 1/3 cup coconut flakes (1 package)

*2/3 cup coconut sugar

*6 tbsp

coconut flour

*1/4 tsp salt

*4 egg whites

*1 tsp almond or vanilla extract

Mix coconut, sugar, flour and salt in large bowl. Stir in egg whites and almond extract until well blended. Drop by tablespoons onto greased/floured cookie sheets. Bake at 325 for 20 min or until edges are golden brown. Cool and add sprinkles, optional.

 

Peppermint Patties

Peppermint patty protein bites

(Gluten free, dairy free, vegan, paleo, delicious)

*1 cup oats, ground to flour (could also use almond flour)

 

*1 cup Shaklee Life Shake or Build whey protein (chocolate or vanilla).

*1/4 cup coconut oil, melted

*1/2 cup honey

*Peppermint extract to taste – I used 2 teaspoons

Combine and form into balls, chill on wax paper in freezer while you melt chocolate in a double boiler, adding peppermint extract if desired (I did). Dip and sprinkle with crushed candycane, then return to fridge.

Happy “baking” and enjoying!!!

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That Life Shake Life

It’s not hard to love the life shake…

It does what it says it will (gives life, energy and a spring in our step).

It comes in so many flavors and protein types, there’s pretty much something for everyone.

*Non soy vegan

*Non-GMO Soy

*Non-GMO Soy (no flavor no sugar)

*Grassfed Whey Build shake (lowest sugar, 1g/serving)

*Whey

It’s low glycemic, counts as a full meal replacement, and is packed with 1B CFU of probiotics, the benefits of which I discuss over here…but in the shake are found in spore form, also absorbed in the gut. It’s full of fiber and a balanced protein/carb blend for muscle building while burning fat, thanks to a proprietary Leucine blend.

And…the results are staggering. I have clients who have lost 70lbs or more by adding in breakfast (a shake!) changing a few daily habits, and committing to a clean eating lifestyle for years along with exercise. I have other clients who crave the shakes during pregnancy and rave to me that nothing else gets them their protein needs for the day quite like these shakes. Others of my clients adore using them for regular resets/cleanses/healthy lunches, and send me pics of themselves happily slurping away. I drink mine daily, especially for meals I might otherwise skip, like running out the door to school pickup, etc. Or I’ll have one while making dinner to energize my evening and reduce my hunger so I don’t over eat the evening meal. Right now as I type this I’m tempted to go make one for my dessert.

Because healthy should taste good.

So here’s some of my favorite recipes, and the links to the protein are above. If you haven’t tried it yet, I dare you to take the challenge during the holidays as part of our strip and shake, or in the new year to support those incredible resolutions you already have forming.

Oh, and did I mention I sneak it into most of my baking projects (it enhances the flavor and doesn’t lose it’s beneficial chemical properties when heated)…and can be drunk warm in the winter.

Cheers!!

 

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Pumpkin Spice Fudge

This is such a simple fall recipe, and it’s ridiculously good.

But don’t take my word for it:)

I make other variations using the other life shake flavors–especially cafe latte…since this one is seasonal.

*1 cup almond butter or another nut butter of choice.

*1 cup pumpkin spice life shake raw protein

*2/3 cup honey

Heat the honey and nut butter over medium heat, stir well, then slowly add the protein powder, stirring continously.

Remove from heat, place in a glass pie pan (round or square) and refrigerate 2 hours min or freeze 1 hour, if you’re feeling impatient:) I store mine in the fridge as well.

Bon Appetit!

Enjoy with a fall tea like chai, preferably by the fire with some loved ones.