Member Success Stories

Published Sunday, 6 May, 2012

I am surrounded by people who offer support and encouragement to me on a regular basis regarding my workout program and nutrition. I value and appreciate it all but I have begun to notice a couple of behavioral changes emerging from those around me. First of all, whenever food is involved in any activity I…

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Published Friday, 30 March, 2012

Manuel Villacorta, author of Eating Free, was interviewed by More. com to discuss eating after 6 pm. Is it allowed? Read More.com to find out!

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Published Wednesday, 28 March, 2012

Last week I meet with Sarah, my MV Nutritionist Guru, to further plan my new food program and discuss calories. During that meeting she taught me how to use the food tracking tool on the MV Nutrition Eating Free website. We practiced entering information so I could utilize the tool fully.  It was awesome –…

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Published Thursday, 15 March, 2012

A bowl of rich, cheesy, bubbling French onion soup is perfect on a chilly day.  But just one cup of this soup at a restaurant can pack 465 calories and a whopping 30 grams of fat!  Thankfully, you’re not out of luck this winter!  By using less oil and cheese, this reduced fat version of…

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Published Friday, 13 January, 2012

Funny story: Billy @ DIAKADI gave me some two amazing grass-fed steaks for Christmas, and challenged me to actually cook them, since I NEVER cook.  (Yes, it’s true, I’ve lost over 90 pounds since March and I hardly ever cook at home.  I eat out a lot, and simply make better choices off the menu…

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Published Tuesday, 10 January, 2012

Chicken is a great lean meat, but sometimes it can be bland and boring. Try making a batch of our Roasted Chicken over the weekend and eat it throughout the week. Why cook when you can assemble your meals? Here are some great meal ideas! 1)      Mexican night: Pour salsa verde on meat, add cilantro…

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Published Thursday, 5 January, 2012

6 Pork tenderloin, thinly sliced 2 tbsp Sugar 1 Garlic clove, crushed 2 tbsp Soy sauce 1 tbsp Ginger, grated 1 tsp Sesame oil 1 to 2 Chili peppers, crushed Pre heat oven to broil (450 degrees). Combine sugar, garlic, soy sauce, ginger and chili in a plastic bag. Add pork tenderloin and marinate for…

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Published Thursday, 13 October, 2011

Have you ever heard of Bear’s Head Mushrooms (also known as Lion’s Mane Mushroom)? I was at my local farmer’s market last weekend and the mushroom man had these weird looking mushrooms. I asked him how he cooks them and decided to buy a few. I brought them home and they were amazing! These mushrooms…

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Published Wednesday, 21 September, 2011

You have to try this butternut squash and barley pilaf. I made it for a dinner party the other night and it was a huge hit. So flavorful and hearty. My guests were amazed at my culinary skills because the dish seems so gourmet, yet it is very simple. 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil 1…

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Published Friday, 16 September, 2011

Feeling like you’re in the whole grain doldrums? Tired of brown rice, whole wheat, and oatmeal? Whatever you do, don’t give up on the grains! We’d like to introduce you to a nutty alternative – Barley.  Super high in fiber – in fact 20% more than oatmeal, barley helps regulate glucose and insulin levels, maintain…

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