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ButcherBox Review

ButcherBox Review I remember the first time I heard about meal delivery services – my mind went crazy with all the possibilities as well as the pitfalls. I mean, things could go very right. But they could also go very wrong as far as spoiled food….. Until now, I’ve stayed pretty far away from meal and perishable food delivery services because they made me nervous. But I may have changed my mind after using ButcherBox, in an attempt to simplify my busy life. ButcherBox is totally targeted toward meat lovers like me and you! Their meats are grass-fed, grass-finished, and… Read More

November 2017 Traffic & Income Report

November 2017 Blog Traffic & Income Report Hey there! Gretchen here, checking in with Fit Mom Journey’s latest traffic & income report. Quickly, let’s talk about how these income reports started. I’ve been blogging here for almost 2 years, but I have other blogs beside this one, the oldest of which is actually 4 years old. I only dabbled with Fit Mom Journey when I started it, trying to find my groove, both in health and fitting this blog business into a health, food, and fitness niche. My other blogs are in the camping and personal finance niches, so this… Read More

7 Reasons Why You Need an InstantPot

7 Reasons Why You Need an InstantPot + InstantPot Recipes Remember the old-fashioned pressure cookers found in your Mom’s and Grandma’s kitchen? The ones with the rattling, hissing, and massive amounts of steam? Growing up, we got most of our vegetables from a gigantic garden, which meant that during the summer and fall, the pressure cooker was in use most days, and when it was I stayed far, far away from the kitchen. I swore up and down I would never have one when I grew up and have my own house. Well, fast forward to today, and the thing… Read More

The Best Keto Chocolate Chip Cookies

The Best Keto Chocolate Chip Cookies For a long time, realtors have used the Chocolate Chip Cookie Trick to sell houses. What is the Chocolate Chip Cookie Trick? Well, it’s where they literally use the enticing smell of chocolate chip cookies baking in the oven to entice people to buy houses. Science is now saying that we associate smells with good and bad memories more than through any other sense, and I can’t think of one reason why the smell of chocolate chip cookies could be bad! I’ve seen this trick work many times, and if you’re in the market… Read More

Keto InstantPot Shepherd’s Pie

Low Carb Shepherds Pie Recipe Shepherd’s Pie is one of those recipes that I really didn’t like growing up. Thankfully, my tastes as an adult have changed drastically, partially thanks to my husband who associates foods like Chicken Soup, Chili, and of course Shepherd’s pie with comfort. And really, I think most people look to Shepherd’s Pie for comfort food, provided they have it on hand, because if we’re being honest, traditional Shepherd’s Pie is pretty labor intensive to make. But I’ve got great news for you! My Keto Shepherd’s Pie is quick and easy to make, thanks in part… Read More

5 of The Best Keto Supplements (To Help You Stay in Ketosis)

The Best Keto Supplements for a Ketogenic Diet The Ketogenic Diet has been proven time and time again to help with medical conditions such as: Alzheimer’s Disease: Research is increasingly linking sugar with Alzheimer’s, and a Ketogenic diet can reduce the symptoms of this disease and slow down it’s progression. (source) Parkinson’s Disease: One study found a Ketogenic Diet can help the symptoms of this disease. (source) Polycistic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): The Ketogenic Diet can help reduce insulin levels. Elevated insulin levels are associated with PCOS. (source) Insulin Resistance/Diabetes: A Ketogenic Diet is designed to not produce an insulin response… Read More

Fit Mom’s Top Black Friday & Cyber Monday Deals

I have to tell you, this week is already giving me a kick in the pants. And it’s only Tuesday. Anyone else feel this way? Here are a few tips to help you get through this busy, sleep-inducing week: Give Yourself Permission: If you want to say “no” to a certain event, or “no” to overspending on gifts, or “no” to hosting an event, give yourself the right to do what is best for you. This is the beginning of self-care. Involve All Your Senses: For example, think of the smell of an apple pie baking in the oven, this smell… Read More

Keto Meal Plan 11/20/2017

Keto Meal Plan 11/20/2017 Who is ready for Thanksgiving?!? I only have 3 days of work this week, and I couldn’t be more excited! Are you hosting, traveling, or escaping your house completely? We are heading to my brother and sister-in-law’s house for Thanksgiving Dinner, and then home again because my husband has to work on Black Friday. Are you ready for this week’s meal plan? How I create my meal plans At the bottom of this meal plan is a handy download with the meal plans as well as a Shopping List. Yep, I’ve even put together a Shopping… Read More