#77 - 3 Steps To Put A Healthy Spin On Your Favorite Recipes
Release Date: 08/10/2022
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info_outlineDo you love your favorite recipes, but feel guilty about the unhealthy ingredients they contain? Well, have no fear! There are plenty of ways to put a healthy spin on your old standbys. In this episode, we will outline three simple steps that will help make your recipes more nutritious. So get ready to enjoy your favorite dishes without feeling guilty!
What You’ll Learn
- Making some simple swaps for healthy recipes
- Reduce the sugar without changing the texture or the flavor
- Making your brain think that it’s the same amount of sweet!
- Using healthy fat on your recipe
- Simple switch for different meal types
- How can collagen protein sustain you
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