Nutrition By Mia

#Summersmoothie Series: Strawberry Maple Water Smoothie

I teamed up with Happy Tree to bring you this strawberry maple water smoothie that is sweet, creamy and great post-exercise fuel. Maple water is only half the calories of coconut water and is rich in B vitamins and electrolytes. Happy Tree sources their water straight from the source-maple trees here…
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#Summersmoothie Series: Coconut and Papaya Smoothie

This smoothie takes me back to the life on Maui island, featuring tropical fruit, coconut and papaya. Papaya is one of the richest sources of vitamin C, not only an essential nutrient but also a powerful antioxidant. Coconut milk adds a rich, creaminess to this summer drink along with the blended cashews….
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Sparkling Melon Water

Poolside Hydration: Sparkling Melon Water

Capping off this pool party week with sparkling melon drinks. In case you haven’t noticed, I like freezing water-dense fruit, yesterday’s watermelon pops and today’s mock ice cubes (with much more flavor). Here I have taken two of summer’s favorite fruits and transformed them into the perfect poolside accompaniment to sparkling water. All…
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Poolside Snack: Summer Fruit Skewers and Frozen Watermelon Pops

Taking summer fruit to another level when it comes to poolside snacking. Here I’ve taken some of this season’s standouts: watermelon, strawberries, blueberries, and cantaloupe and transformed them into something “snack-able” and easy to prepare.  Once you get your hands on some skewers and popsicle sticks, all it takes is…
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Poolside Snack: Coconut Hempseed Energy Bites

When it comes to creating the perfect poolside snack, I wanted to pair fast acting carbohydrates for immediate energy with a little protein and fat for staying power. This recipe could not be simpler and is a staple in my raw snack/dessert files. All it calls for is dates and…
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Throw a Summer Pool Party!

It is no secret that California has been hit with some pretty prolonged warm weather this year, hence the unfortunate drought. I find myself wanting to hit the pool more often than not this season and why not make a party out of it! Pool parties are incomplete without the right food…
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