Friday Faves – No. 29

Crunchy Kat Friday Faves

Have you been enjoying #MealsNMunchies week as much as I have? I’ve loved seeing people’s meals and snacks on Instagram! And, it’s also Cinco de Mayo today, which basically means it’s an excuse to eat my favorite foods: chips and guacamole!! (Did you find some good avocados?)

Friday Faves – No. 29

Tonight my husband and I are celebrating Cinco de Mayo with some good friends and I could not be more excited. What’s not to love about margaritas, fajitas, chips, and guacamole?! What are you doing this weekend?

Here’s what I’ve been reading and listening to this week

The best skinny margarita — In case you’re still looking for drink inspiration tonight! Or maybe these spicy numbers instead?

Katie’s food philosophy — The longer I’m in the “wellness” space, the more I align with her thoughts. (It’s a longer read but it’s worth it.)

Is a lectin-free diet the next big thing in wellness? — A lot of the foods he mentions are inflammatory foods for a lot of people, but I wonder if the diet will really catch on. You can also read more about the diet here

The anti-inflammatory diet food pyramid — Speaking of anti-inflammatory foods…  

Understanding nutrition labels — Yes, yes, and yes!! 

How to master work-life balance — I’m learning that it’s ok to disappoint other people. 

20 healthy snacks — In case you need more snack inspo! 

Blueberry superfood smoothie — You know I love my smoothies and this one from Mary Ellen looks awesome!

Homemade vanilla extract — Would you make your own?

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