Fiercely Connected Wellness

Let's talk about coffee, who is with me? Caffeine in small doses increases your metabolism and gives you a bit of energy.

Black coffee does not break a fast (where the body is burning stored energy, also known as fat). Once we add coffee creamer, the fast is broken. Our bodies revert to burning the fuel that we have just given it. Heavy cream is considered a fat and does not break this fast.

If you require your coffee on the sweeter side, then you may want to consider using a protein drink as a coffee creamer. At least if you are going to break your fast you will get needed protein. Let me know what your favorite protein shake brand and flavor is. I am always looking for a new one to try!

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RECIPE OF THE WEEK

30-minute meal, gluten free, beef stroganoff

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1/2 Onion, diced
• 1/2 tablespoon Smoked paprika
• 1/2 tablespoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 8-16 ounces Mushrooms, sliced
• 1 cup Beef broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 cup Sour cream

Instructions

• In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef and season with salt to taste. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
• Add in the diced onions and seasonings to the skillet. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
• Add in the sliced mushrooms and sauté until soft, about 5 more minutes. Add in the Beef broth, Worcestershire, and ground beef back to the pan and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes.
• Add the sour cream and stir to combine. Taste for seasoning and add salt and pepper if necessary.  Serve with cauliflower (roasted, rice, or mashed).

Notes

Approximate Nutrition for ¼th recipe: 287 calories / 17g fat / 8g sat fat / 5g carbs / 1g fiber / 27g protein

PAIN ~ WEIGHT CONNECTION

Looking for a way to improve pain without medication? Technology advances so quickly. I will try to share some of the cooler things that seem to be working for others. BioWaveGO® RX, is an FDA cleared pain blocking technology® designed to treat severe pain. It delivers high-frequency electrical waves to block pain deep at the nerve to provide long-lasting results. I have used it and it is different from the other TENS units that I have tried in the past. Some insurances cover this. (I am not getting paid by the company).

Remember; It does not matter if the pain caused the weight or if weight caused the pain. I am here to help. I have put together a free guide with my most helpful tactics and added tracking pages as well. You can download the guide here.

STAYING FIERCELY CONNECTED

I am building a Connected Community where you can feel welcome and get support. You can find my Facebook Page here. I would love it, if you would be so kind to like my page and if it interests you, join the FREE PRIVATE GROUP too! I am planning a challenge with some cool prizes soon! Stay tuned for more information and if you have thought of someone who would benefit from my newsletter, feel free to forward it to them.

Until next time friends, Jen xx