Books & Menus

This past week I had the pleasure of reading Tina Haupert’s new book, Carrots ‘N’ Cake: Healthy Living One Carrot & Cupcake at a Time. I have been a follower of Tina’s blog for some time now, in fact I have modified several of her recipes to be gluten-free.  A couple of those recipes have become some of my favorites!  The first one is the Chocolate Pumpkin Loaf!  Wow…..this is a decadent treat!  The other is her Oatmeal Raisin Bars.  These bars can even pass for an on-the-go breakfast or healthy snack! 

I love Tina’s laid back approach to managing her life, exercise & weight.  When she has special occasions planned, Tina makes sure to adjust her diet & exercise to be able to enjoy those times and not stress about indulging in some drinks & food.  Instead of beating herself up after an indulgence, she goes right back to eating & exercising like normal.  Everything in moderation, right?  Life is too short to live on a strict diet or skip outings & functions with friends & family. 

If you get a chance to read this book, it is a great read!


Weekly Menu Plan

Sunday – Grilled shrimp over brown rice pasta or baked potatoes, sugar snap peas & salad

Monday- Baked Ziti, steamed green beans & salad

Tuesday – Taco Tuesday, black beans, corn & salad

Wednesday – Dinner out/Leftovers

Thursday –BBQ chicken breast, chili cheese potatoes, roasted broccoli & salad

Friday – Make your own pizza night

Saturday – Breakfast for dinner


Weekly Recap

Don’t forget to enter: Nature’s Path Giveaway

Celiac-Disease.com Giveaway – Delight Gluten-Free

Big news about Gluten-Free Hamburger Helper no longer being gluten-free.

Review: Organicville Ice Cream

California Pizza Kitchen to offer gluten-free pizza starting June 29th

Frito Lay updates their product lists.

Giant Eagle stores offering gluten-free tours

Raisin Rack is now carrying Udi’s gluten-free buns


I hope you all have a great week!  I am sending good luck vibes out to a bunch of my MIT friends who are running their first full marathons today!!!  I can’t wait to hear about your races! 

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