This recipe represents the wonderful flavors of Spain. Tapas are fun and flavorful! This recipe serves 2 as entrée size servings or 4 as tapas size servings. Enjoy! Ingredients: 1 lb. fresh or frozen large shrimp, thawed, peeled and deveined Salt and pepper 1 tsp paprika ½ tsp cumin ¼ tsp garlic powder or 1Continue reading “Skillet Shrimp with Chorizo and Squash”
Author Archives: FuelingBodyAndSoulByCharles
I choose optimal health. The choice is also yours!
What if I told you that you could slow down, maybe even reverse, some of the ravages aging does to your cells? Don’t take my word for it, read this article and decide for yourself. Link to Article Go a step further and couple it with the best nutrition and give your body what it needsContinue reading “I choose optimal health. The choice is also yours!”
It is so easy to unknowingly ingest toxins!
I was pondering about all the toxins around us that we probably ingest or breathe in and this example came to mind so I did a bit of research. As an example, when we bake a birthday cake and use a common cake mix we end up eating Polysorbate 60. What is Polysorbate 60? ItContinue reading “It is so easy to unknowingly ingest toxins!”
Want more protein out of your shake?
Not all meal replacement shakes are make equal and that’s not all that surprising. What is surprising is how much difference there is between them and what a tweak in how I make mine can increase the protein availability six-fold. I recently came across an independent study that highlighted Net Protein Utilization, which is theContinue reading “Want more protein out of your shake?”
Is it Protein you are looking for? Here’s the scoop!!
When trying to lose weight, maintain a healthy weight, or simply lead a healthy lifestyle, having a delicious meal that can easily be consumed on the go is key. Unfortunately, many of the options on the market today are essentially comprised of protein, artificial sweeteners, and vitamins. Without the proper balance of macro- and micronutrients,Continue reading “Is it Protein you are looking for? Here’s the scoop!!”
Don’t overthink it; just believe!
Easter is here! For me it is always a time to remember the crucifixion and death of Christ; the time when God sent his Son Jesus Christ to die for our sins. For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish butContinue reading “Don’t overthink it; just believe!”
The Power of Protein
Protein is an important component of every cell in our body. Our nails and hair are mostly made of protein. Our body uses protein to build and repair tissues. We also use protein to make enzymes, hormones, and other body chemicals. Protein is also an important building block in our body for bones, muscles, cartilage,Continue reading “The Power of Protein”
How toxic are we?
What a wakeup call when you read articles such as this one: “Herbicide used in weed killer Roundup is detected in several leading beer and wine brands”. A couple of links to articles that covered this are HERE and HERE. With all the chemicals and toxins found in our world, be it in our foods,Continue reading “How toxic are we?”
Guarding against becoming a shadow of your former self
What I envision when I think about being a shadow of my former self is subtle weight gain, muscle loss, feeling less strong, less energy, and loss of vitality which kind of translates to losing the ability to live a full life. When these losses occur you tend to sit around and be less active. Continue reading “Guarding against becoming a shadow of your former self”
When things go well we tend to forget about God
Did you ever notice that we are more likely to call upon God when things are not going as well as we are accustomed to? When the sun is shining, when the temperature is perfect we tend to bask in the sun and plan fun things with friends. But when we are sick, or theContinue reading “When things go well we tend to forget about God”
Living Healthful 