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The Best Time to Drink Green Tea

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            Many people enjoy a piping hot cup of green tea throughout the day. The beverage is renowned for its health benefits and beloved for its delicious herbaceous and vegetal flavors. So when is the right time to enjoy this tasty drink and reap its benefits? We've put together this guide to show you the best time to drink green tea and added a few reasons why you should add this healthy tea to your daily regimen. The Best Time to Drink Green Tea In the Morning Green tea can help to boost energy and alertness, making it a great morning beverage. However, green tea may cause irritation if consumed on an empty stomach. Make sure to have a light snack or breakfast before drinking green tea first thing in the morning. Drinking green tea in the morning can also help to stimulate metabolism and kick-start your day. Before or After Meals One of the side effects of green tea is iron blocking, meaning consuming the tea at mealtimes may caus...

Chicken Salad Meal Prep for Easy, Healthy Lunchtime Convenience!

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Chicken Salad Meal Prep for Easy, Healthy Lunchtime Convenience! {NEW} Chicken Salad Meal Prep  Tasty! Tasty! Lunchtime convenience! Rachel’s Tips: I REALLY prefer golden raisins over the typical raisins we all grew up with. Golden raisins are much more plump, and juicy, with a more delicious, fruitier, lighter flavor. Have you tried them yet? When choosing healthier crackers: Read the ingredients label. There are varieties made out of oatmeal, sprouted oat flours, and even nuts these days that are all great options. The very most important thing is that your crackers do NOT contain partially hydrogenated oils. Also, look for no added sugar. I’m constantly asked WHY I believe so strongly in food prepping. “How do you eat the same thing day after day?” “Do you eat it cold?” “How does it taste the next day?” “I could never do that” Guys, I don’t SURVIVE on prepped ahead meals alone, I DO try to make something fresh each day, and I’m con...