Smoothie Time.

So I'm out of town on vacation right now and although I'm eating a lot of really great food -- I can't wait to get home and start a healthy eating ritual again. It's crazy to think that I've gained almost 12 pounds in just under 5 months. I promised myself I was going to get my eating under control before I got married in November and was so proud of my success...just to turn around and throw it all away again! Mark my words, there will be change in the near future. Permanent change. Enjoy some smoothie inspiration via Instagram guys!

@allencstern

@almondsandavocados

@cnbennett

@nourishup

@vickymfk

What are some of your favorite ways to maintain a healthy weight?

Salad Fever.

I'm starting to get salad fever now that the weather outside is getting nicer. I remember growing up my mom always had a fresh salad on the table for dinner every night, but unfortunately I haven't kept up with it as I've gotten older. She use to put sliced pickled beets on top -- my favorite! Hoping that once vacation is over, I'll get into a better habit of adding salads to my daily/weekly diet. Enjoy some Instagram Inspiration guys!

@ahnah_romarie

@alkalinesister

@almondsandavocados -- sweet potato + avocado!

@b_lynn3 (currently @mealsfullofcolor)

@bee_holiday -- peppers, apples and beans.

@divaeatslife -- mandarin oranges, peppers and tomatoes.

@freshncrunchy -- carrots, pom seeds and avocado.

What are some of your favorite spring/summer combinations?

Juice-ful!

Just a little juicing inspiration via Instagram. I'm seriously considering pulling out my juicer and blowing the dust off it -- but then again, I've been super busy (and heck, even a little lazy) and would just rather go buy some fresh pressed juice :) ENJOY!

@amberhezlep

@colorfullyraw

@gsantollo

@johnny2bad808

@man_on_amission

@mealsfullofcolor

What have you guys been running thru your juicers lately?

Juicy.

I wish I knew why the end of each week was so chaotic. I think because I know the weekend is coming, so I give myself a million things to complete before giving myself Saturday and Sunday to do fun (and sometimes) relaxing things. So I'm just passing thru to give you some Instagram Inspiration to get your 'juices' flowing before the weekend comes!

@addictedtoraw

@b_lynn3 (now @mealsfullofcolor)

@deliciouslyella

@judsonmoss

@lucypembertonplatt

ENJOY and let your taste buds thank you!

Juiced.

Well it's Thursday and even though we're getting close to finishing the 30-Day Smoothie Challenge, I thought I'd switch gears back to juice since it's been on my brain lately. If you didn't see my post from yesterday, definitely check it out and support the cause! And while you're contemplating how generous you're going to be, enjoy some Instagram Juice Inspiration for the day!

@allencstern -- I've recently learned that Allen passed away from health
issues. He was truly an inspirational man that had overcome so many
things and was on track to do so much more. You will be missed.

@b_loved_earth -- the color on this is beautiful!

@disahelinko

@foodmattersfilm -- looks so refreshing.

@leanlibrarian -- green monster for sure!

What's been in your juice lately?

Stuffed Ideas.

It's been a while since I've given you guys any real Instagram Inspiration and after 'stuffing' my face this past weekend, I only thought this would be the most appropriate place to start! I have decided that I want to focus on eating smart again. I know it's not bad to enjoy yourself every once in a while, but I have started to really let my eating habits take over my life again. I'm not proud to say it, but I've gained almost 10 pounds back since my wedding at the end of November. It seems like it was just yesterday! Back to trying to cut meat out of my everyday diet and finding protein elsewhere. 

@almondsandavocados -- stuffed sweet potatoes

@asimplyrawlife -- stuffed peppers

@kirkerlove -- stuffed tomatoes for breakfast

@missanniep -- stuffed jalapenos with some sort of sprouts

@myhealthydish -- lettuce wraps

@nomyourself -- stuffed tomatoes 

What are some of your favorite food items to stuff?

Green Thumb.

Ok guys, it's almost the end of Week 2 of the 30-Day Green Smoothie Challenge! How's everyone starting to feel? I don't know about you, but I'm noticing a difference in my hair and my skin already. It's hard to explain, but it's noticeable to me :) I'm also feeling like I have more energy and it's helping me to make healthier eating decisions thru out the day too! Enjoy the Instagram Inspiration for the day!

@aniiit -- my favorite, Chobani Greek yogurt!

@myhealthydish_

@cnbennett -- doesn't have to be green to be a 'green' smoothie

@nourishup

@simplegreensmoothies -- frozen fruit is so good!

@tattooedvegan

What are some new things your drawing inspiration from?

Spring Colors.

@alkalinesisters -- so beautiful! 

Hope this adds some inspiration to your spring time meal rainbows this weekend!

Green Inspiration.

So this month I plan on giving you a bunch of green smoothie inspiration instead of the normal juicing routine. I'm really, really going to try to stay faithful to the one a day challenge and then maybe see how long it goes after that?! Pretty safe to say you can figure out the ingredient lists from the pictures :) Enjoy!

@asimplyrawlife -- I never think of putting actual nut butter in mine. I always
just used the powdered stuff. Must try this week!

@divaeatslife -- this was from the last smoothie challenge. Presentation
and inspiration is beautiful!

@healthylifelounge

@judsonmoss -- juices a lot too!

@nourishup

@simplegreensmoothies -- they're leading the 30-Day Challenge :)

@sproutedlife -- love the chalkboard backdrop!

@xo_xominichulinda

What are some of your favorite combinations this week?