Meal Prep on the weekends doesn’t have to be hard or take hours! The key is preparing a few staples on the weekend, (or whenever you have time) to ease food prep in your busiest moments during the week. I rarely prepare full meals ahead of time. Instead, I have a routine down that takes me about one hour every weekend, which helps my week go much smoother! Here’s what my one hour prep usually looks like on the weekend!

1. Every other week I make a double batch of my Dashing Dish no bake...

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Protein. It's a hot topic! In this article, we'll break down the basics of this essential macronutrient, why it's crucial for your health, and how to make informed choices about your protein intake.

What is Protein?

Protein is like the body's Lego set, consisting of 20 amino acid building blocks. Nine amino acids are essential, meaning we must get them from our diet. Our bodies can produce the remaining 11. These essential amino acids come from both animal and plant sources. Leucine,...

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Here at Dashing Dish, one of the most common questions I get asked most is, “How in the world do I balance in all?” As a busy wife, mom, friend, daughter, sister, and entrepreneur, I often feel i'm missing the mark when it comes to balance, but I have found there are some key things that help! So today I'm sharing some of the KEYS that help keep my life balanced more often than not, but I don't in any way come from a place of perfection, in fact i'm always growing and learning! That being...

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Being a teenager is a challenging phase of life. However, it is even more difficult for young girls in today's world. They are constantly exposed to unrealistic beauty standards and messages that do not align with the true meaning of beauty and self-worth. This has resulted in an alarming rise in cases of body dysmorphia, particularly among young girls.

Body dysmorphia is a disorder that affects individuals, particularly teenagers, who become preoccupied with perceived flaws in their...

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Good Friday has always been a day that is hard to put into words for me. When I think about Jesus bearing my shame, my guilt, my sin, and the agony He faced as He was beaten and crucified, I simply can't express what my heart feels. Its a day that tears stream down my face just thinking about. To think, His sacrifice made a way for me to be called a child of God!

Although I can't express in words what this day means to my heart, the Word of God always has the words. This morning I read Romans...

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Spring is finally here, and it's time to refresh our homes and bodies to welcome the new season. Here are some of my favorite healthy home and body products to help you get ready for spring:

Salt & Stone Natural Deodorant

Say goodbye to harsh chemicals and embrace the power of natural deodorant. Opt for a brand that uses organic ingredients and is free of aluminum and other harmful ingredients. Salt & Stone is my favorite and will help keep you fresh all day without harming your body.

Force of...

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With increased grocery prices, everyone seems to feel the pinch. Many are trying to cut back on their spending, but with some help, you won't have to cut back on healthy food. While grocery prices have increased, eating healthy on a budget and making smart food choices is still possible. These healthy, tasty, budget-friendly meals will satisfy you and keep your budget in check:

• Start by planning your meals for the week.
• Shop the outside perimeter of the grocery store (meat, produce, and...

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One of the most challenging things about losing weight can often be overcoming all the obstacles that can stand in your way. From plateaus and hormones to nutrition choices and under or overtraining, many challenges come hand-in-hand with trying to reach and maintain a healthy weight. Overcoming them can be daunting, but it's not impossible. With the right mindset and a helping hand, you'll be on your way to reaching your goals in no time! Here are 5 common obstacles to losing weight.

1. You...

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If you're a craftsperson, you know that having the right tools is half the battle of success. This holds true for the kitchen as well. You're much more likely to stick with good long-term habits if you have the right tools to set yourself up for success. We've rounded up some of our favorite ways to help you prepare food and keep it fresh and available to ensure your ongoing success.

Vegetable Chopper Slicer, Dicer, and Food Chopper

Even if I can’t do other food prep for the week, I always...

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I believe that one of the greatest areas of struggle that women face in our society today is a lack of understanding about their identity. I also believe the root behind insecurity stems from the unfulfilled core desire of every woman, which is the need to be loved; And even from a young child, many of us have looked for the answer of the unending question, am I worthy of love, and often in the wrong places. Whether you have asked yourself this question out loud before, or it is the first...

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