• 1 cup gluten-free rolled oats
• 1 tbsp. chia seeds
• 1 tsp. baking powder
• 1 tsp. Stevia or raw unfiltered honey
• ½ scoop protein powder**
• ¼ tsp. cinnamon
• ½ tsp. vanilla extract
• 1 cup egg whites
• 2 whole eggs, pasture-raised
• ¼ cup unsweetened non-dairy milk
• 2 tbsp. maple syrup, grade B
• 4 slices turkey bacon, uncured & nitrate-free  
• 5 pitted dates, chopped  
• 1 tbsp. grass-fed butter

**We used Athletic Greens grass-fed whey isolate, vanilla

Directions

1. In a small saute pan on medium-high heat, cook bacon until crispy. Removed bacon from pan, crumble into small bits and set aside.
2. Add the dry ingredients—oats, chia, baking powder, Stevia, protein powder and cinnamon—in a blender or food processor. Pulse until smooth. Set aside
3. Whisk the eggs, egg whites & milk in a medium mixing bowl. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients.
4. Take a paper towel to wipe the pan clean, then add 1 tsp. butter to grease. On medium-heat heat, add ¼ pancake batter. Add ¼ chopped dates and crumbled bacon on top. When batter begins to bubble, it’s ready to flip.
5. Repeat with remaining batter. Serve with maple syrup and grass-fed butter. To cut down on the sugar, mix the maple syrup with equal parts water and 1 tbsp. butter. Heat in microwave for 15 seconds, stir and pour over pancakes. Enjoy immediately.

Nutritional Information & Macros

Dietary Information: Gluten Free

Macronutrients

• 387 calories
• 8.75g fat
• 40g carbs
• 37.2g protein

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Adam Bornstein

Adam Bornstein is a New York Times bestselling author and the author of You Can’t Screw This Up. He is the founder of Born Fitness, and the co-founder of Arnold’s Pump Club (with Arnold Schwarzenegger) and Pen Name Consulting. An award-winning writer and editor, Bornstein was previously the Chief Nutrition Officer for Ladder, the Fitness and Nutrition editor for Men’s Health, Editorial Director at LIVESTRONG.com, and a columnist for SHAPE, Men’s Fitness, and Muscle & Fitness. He’s also a nutrition and fitness advisor for LeBron James, Cindy Crawford, Lindsey Vonn, and Arnold Schwarzenegger. According to The Huffington Post, Bornstein is “one of the most inspiring sources in all of health and fitness.” His work has been featured in dozens of publications, including The New York Times, Fast Company, ESPN, and GQ, and he’s appeared on Good Morning America, The Today Show, and E! News.

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• ¼ cup low-sugar granola*
• 2 tbsp. crushed walnuts
• ⅔ cup plain or vanilla Greek or Skyr yogurt**
• ½ cup mixed berries
• 1 tsp. raw, unfiltered honey

*We used Purely Elizabeth’s Original Grain Gluten-Free Granola

**We used Siggi’s plain 4% yogurt.

Directions

• In a mason jar or serving bowl, add 1 tbsp. of granola & ½ tsp. of honey.
• Top with ⅓ cup yogurt.
• Then sprinkle 1 tbsp. of walnuts, ¼ cup berries and 1 tbsp. Granola.
• Layer once more with yogurt, walnuts, berries and granola, then drizzle with a little honey.

Nutritional Information & Macros

Dietary Information: Vegetarian, Gluten free (if gluten-free granola is used), Contains dairy & nuts

Macros per serving

• 620 calories
• 42g fat
• 43g carbs
• 27g protein

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Adam Bornstein

Adam Bornstein is a New York Times bestselling author and the author of You Can’t Screw This Up. He is the founder of Born Fitness, and the co-founder of Arnold’s Pump Club (with Arnold Schwarzenegger) and Pen Name Consulting. An award-winning writer and editor, Bornstein was previously the Chief Nutrition Officer for Ladder, the Fitness and Nutrition editor for Men’s Health, Editorial Director at LIVESTRONG.com, and a columnist for SHAPE, Men’s Fitness, and Muscle & Fitness. He’s also a nutrition and fitness advisor for LeBron James, Cindy Crawford, Lindsey Vonn, and Arnold Schwarzenegger. According to The Huffington Post, Bornstein is “one of the most inspiring sources in all of health and fitness.” His work has been featured in dozens of publications, including The New York Times, Fast Company, ESPN, and GQ, and he’s appeared on Good Morning America, The Today Show, and E! News.

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Sweet potatoes are often inaccurately touted as superior to white potatoes. The truth is, you can confidently use either white potatoes or sweet potatoes—both are highly nutritious.

How to make a simple baked potato:

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2. Soak wooden skewers in water for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, poke the potato all over with a fork then microwave on high for 3-5 minutes until soft enough to poke with skewer lengthwise.
3. With a sharp knife start at an angle and cut down to the skewer, continuing to cut while rotating the potato away from you to make spiraled rows 1/2 apart.
4. Fan out the potato and place it in a small baking dish.
5. Brush melted butter and garlic on each potato.
6. Bake for 25-35 minutes until crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.

Natalie Sabin

Natalie Sabin has a M.S. in Nutrition & Performance, is a Mayo Clinic trained wellness coach, and Precision Nutrition Level 2 certified. She has helped hundreds of clients simplify nutrition and reach their goals since she joined the Born Fitness team in 2017.

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What does that mean for you?

It means it may or may not have an effect, but is general safe in regular amounts.

We also know it tastes great as an iced tea on warm days.

Iced Turmeric and Cinnamon Tea Ingredients

• Oolong tea
• 1/4 tsp turmeric
• 1/8 tsp cinnamon
• Coconut milk
• Lemon Slices

How To

1. Brew a cup of Oolong Tea.
2. While you are waiting for the teat to brew, add spices. Mix well.
3. Pour over ice and add a splash of coconut milk.
4. Serve with lemon slices.

Natalie Sabin

Natalie Sabin has a M.S. in Nutrition & Performance, is a Mayo Clinic trained wellness coach, and Precision Nutrition Level 2 certified. She has helped hundreds of clients simplify nutrition and reach their goals since she joined the Born Fitness team in 2017.

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• 1 small handful spinach
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 c. Unsweetened vanilla almond milk
• Frozen peach slices (1 peach)
• 1 scoop unflavored protein powder
• 1 tsp Chia seeds
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Note: If you did not have time to freeze peaches ahead of time, make sure to add ice to this recipe. 

How To

Combine ingredients. Blend until smooth.

Natalie Sabin

Natalie Sabin has a M.S. in Nutrition & Performance, is a Mayo Clinic trained wellness coach, and Precision Nutrition Level 2 certified. She has helped hundreds of clients simplify nutrition and reach their goals since she joined the Born Fitness team in 2017.

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• 1/2 cup red onion, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced thin
• 5 cups squash, cubed
• 6-8 cups collard greens, chopped
• 4 small sausage links, chopped
• 4 eggs
• 2 Tbsp feta
• Drizzle olive oil
• Fresh thyme
• Salt and Pepper

How To

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
2. In a hot skillet with olive oil, sauté onions, bell pepper, and squash for 8-10 minutes. Add greens cooking until wilted.
3. Transfer veggie mix to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Add sausage and fresh thyme.
4. Create 4 trenches for your eggs. Using a ramekin for each egg, slowly drop one egg in each trench. Bake for 10 minutes.
5. Add feta. Cook for 5 more minutes or until sausage is cooked and eggs are firm.
6. Add a dash of salt and pepper.
7. Serve with toast!

Natalie Sabin

Natalie Sabin has a M.S. in Nutrition & Performance, is a Mayo Clinic trained wellness coach, and Precision Nutrition Level 2 certified. She has helped hundreds of clients simplify nutrition and reach their goals since she joined the Born Fitness team in 2017.

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What you need

Yields 4 servings

• 1 cup dry Farro, rinsed and cooked to package directions
• 4 medium radishes, grilled and chopped
• 5-10 Shishito peppers, grilled and diced
• 1 cob corn, grilled and kernels removed
• 1 plum tomato, diced
• 1/2 Tbsp olive oil
• Juice of one lime
• Salt and Pepper
• 4 Romaine hearts, halved and grilled

How To

1. Grill radishes and corn on medium heat for 8-10 minutes. (Note: Peppers cook a little faster so check for grill marks at about 5 minutes)
2. Combine cooked Farrow, diced vegetables, tomato, oil, lime juice, and a few dashes of S+P.
3. Serve with grilled Romaine for a complete meal.

(1 head of Romaine per person)

Natalie Sabin

Natalie Sabin has a M.S. in Nutrition & Performance, is a Mayo Clinic trained wellness coach, and Precision Nutrition Level 2 certified. She has helped hundreds of clients simplify nutrition and reach their goals since she joined the Born Fitness team in 2017.

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This variation uses turkey as a leaner protein source and a homemade low calorie “dressing”.

Bonus—Probiotics from sauerkraut and pickles! Probiotics help balance the good and bad bacteria in the stomach. And that may mean better overall health. Many fermented foods provide gut-healthy probiotics—Kombucha, Keifer, Yogurt, Kimchi, and Miso to name a few.

Turkey & Swiss Reuben Ingredients

Makes 1 sandwich

Sandwich Ingredients

• 2 slices bread
• 1 slice Swiss cheese
• 2 slices lean turkey
• 2 scoops sauerkraut

Dressing Ingredients

• 2 spoonfuls of non-fat plain Greek yogurt
• 1/2 tablespoon paprika
• 2 tsp horseradish (or more if you like it!)
• 1/2 dill pickle spear, finely chopped
• Dash each Tabasco and Worcestershire sauce

How To

1. Lightly spray a skillet with avocado oil or drop a tsp of butter (small amount just enough to crisp up the bread). Place two slices of bread in a skillet on medium heat.
2. Line one slice with cheese and turkey. Cover with a lid to keep the heat in and melt the cheese. Cook until outside of the bread is toasted to your liking and cheese starts to melt. Remove from heat.
3. Add sauerkraut. Spread “dressing” on the other slice of toast. Assemble sandwich.
4. Serve with a side salad or your favorite veggies.

Natalie Sabin

Natalie Sabin has a M.S. in Nutrition & Performance, is a Mayo Clinic trained wellness coach, and Precision Nutrition Level 2 certified. She has helped hundreds of clients simplify nutrition and reach their goals since she joined the Born Fitness team in 2017.

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Chocolate Chia Protein Pudding Ingredients

Yields 3 servings

• 1 tbsp coconut sugar or sugar substitute
• 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa
• 1 scoop unflavored protein powder
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups unsweetened regular or vanilla almond milk
• 5 tbsp chia seeds
• Toppings: lots of raspberries and a pinch of coconut flakes

How To

1. Combine cocoa powder, coconut sugar, protein powder, vanilla extract, and 1/4 cup almond milk.
2. Mix well to form a thick chocolate mixture. Add remaining almond milk. Mix well.
3. Add chia seeds. Mix again! Make sure chia seeds are evenly distributed. Let it stand for 2 minutes.
4. Then, you guessed it—mix one more time!
5. Cover and refrigerate for 4-5 hours.
6. Serve with fresh fruit and your favorite toppings.

Natalie Sabin

Natalie Sabin has a M.S. in Nutrition & Performance, is a Mayo Clinic trained wellness coach, and Precision Nutrition Level 2 certified. She has helped hundreds of clients simplify nutrition and reach their goals since she joined the Born Fitness team in 2017.

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What You Need

Fried Egg Burrito Ingredients

• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1 cup onion, diced
• 1 can low sodium black beans, drained (not rinsed)
• 1/2 cup pre-cooked rice (leftovers work great for this meal and saves time)
• 1 tortilla or burrito wrap (suggested: look for 4g or more of fiber per serving)
• 2 eggs, fried (or cooked however you like them)
• Plum tomatoes, diced
• Fresh basil, chopped
• Avocado (optional)

Sauce Ingredients

1/4 cup non-fat plain Greek Yogurt
Hot sauce
2 Tbsp water

How To

1. In a skillet on medium heat, soften garlic and onions for 3 minutes. I use a splash of water in place of oil or butter.
2. Add black beans. Cook for another 3-5 minutes.
3. While veggies are cooking, prepare your eggs the way you like them.
4. For the sauce combine yogurt + hot sauce + water.
5. Assemble the burrito with a spoonful of rice, a spoonful of black bean mixture, a handful of tomatoes, eggs, basil, sauce.

Natalie Sabin

Natalie Sabin has a M.S. in Nutrition & Performance, is a Mayo Clinic trained wellness coach, and Precision Nutrition Level 2 certified. She has helped hundreds of clients simplify nutrition and reach their goals since she joined the Born Fitness team in 2017.

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