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Diary of a Semi-Health Nut

ramblings + recipes of a semi-healthy nut

Hi! I’m Amanda.

I’m a writer, chocolate chip cookie baker, blog designer, power walker, Instagram fiend, peanut butter toast lover and copious coffee drinker living in Nebraska with my husband and three cats. (also a fan of a good run-on sentence)

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Health + Fitness

Juicing: Natural Way to Get Your Vitamins

February 18, 2015 by Amanda R DeWitt

juicing is a natural way to get vitamins into your system fast

Juicing can also help the body’s detoxification process and might be just the thing for you after one too many drinks.

Filed Under: foodspiration, guest post, Health + Fitness, nutrition, recipe, tips Tagged With: guest post, juicing, nutrition, recipe

ShN Happy Moves (+ Eats) 2-17-15

February 17, 2015 by Amanda R DeWitt

my workouts on dailymile #running #fitness #movehappy 1-26 through 2-15 2015

Hey guys, how’s your week going? I’m back with another round of SHN Moves where I share the ways I’ve been moving the past week (slash 3 weeks if it’s like today and it’s been awhile..).

Filed Under: fitness, food, foodspiration, Happy Moves, ramble Tagged With: fitness, foodspiration, Monday Moves, zoeyfluffybutt

Tips to Help You Eat a Little Healthier in Restaurants

February 10, 2015 by Amanda R DeWitt

7 Tips to Help You Eat Right When You’re Eating Out via @semihealthnut at semihealthyblog.com

You should never fear going out to eat! While it’s good to indulge every once in awhile, if you’re out to eat fairly often, you may need to have some of these handy tips in your arsenal. A certain holiday is also coming up..you know that romantic one involving roses and chocolates..and often a restaurant….

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Filed Under: food, nutrition, restaurant, tips Tagged With: restaurant, tips

Is it Possible To drink Too Much Water? #diduknowlink #13

February 6, 2015 by Amanda R DeWitt

Over-hydration is definitely a thing! Learn how much water you really need and what you can do to ensure you aren’t drinking too much water.   This post may be a tad shorter than my usual 1000+ word posts, but that’s only because life happened. Life like that cute little kitten of mine gnawing on…

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Filed Under: fitness, Health + Fitness, nutrition, tips Tagged With: Did You Know

SHN Moves 1-26-15: Bringing it Back

January 26, 2015 by Amanda R DeWitt

week's workouts via @semihealthnut at semihealthyblog.com

Remember like two years ago when I did Monday Moves? Welp, we are bringing it back!

Filed Under: fitness, motivation, running, workout Tagged With: fitness, Monday Moves, running, zoeyfluffybutt

12 Drool-Worthy Caffeinated Protein Shakes

January 20, 2015 by Amanda R DeWitt

frozen strawberry protein frappuccino via @semihealthnut at semihealthyblog.com 2

Caffeinated protein shakes are the perfect way to start your day, fuel before a run or drink up after a hard workout. They give you a boost and have that extra staying power of protein.

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Filed Under: coffee, drink, fitness, foodspiration, nutrition, recipe round-up, Skoop B Strong Protein, smoothie Tagged With: link-love, recipe round-up, shake, smoothie

Did You Know #12: All About That BMI

January 9, 2015 by Amanda R DeWitt

all about that BMI via @semihealthnut at semihealthyblog.com

BMI. Or Body Mass Index.
This is a tool that is used to assess body fat using height and weight ratios. Let’s get nerdy and chat about it!

Filed Under: body image, fitness, Goals, Health + Fitness, link-up, tips Tagged With: Did You Know, fitness, health, link-up

5 Last Minute Gift Ideas + Giveaway

December 19, 2014 by Amanda R DeWitt

5 last minute gift ideas via @semihealthnut at semihealthyblog.com

Check out these awesome last minute items that will be perfect for your favorite foodie or fitness enthusiast.

Filed Under: birthday, Favorites, fitness, food, giveaway, holiday, review, running, running outside Tagged With: fitness, review, round-up, running

Did You Know #11: How Much Physical Activity Do You Really Need? [ Link-Up ]

December 5, 2014 by Amanda R DeWitt

physical activity guidelines

Today I’ve decided I wanted to research and share a little about physical activity. More specifically about how much we really need each week. The answer might surprise you!

Filed Under: fitness, Health + Fitness, tips Tagged With: Did You Know, fitness

Staying Active in the Winter Months ::Winter Body Weight Workout::

December 1, 2014 by Amanda R DeWitt

baby it's cold outside indoor workout

It’s still possible to get in some movement whether it be playing outside in the snow, or with this fun indoor body weight workout! It’s important to stay active no matter the season.

Filed Under: fitness, Goals, motivation, ramble, workout Tagged With: fitness, workout

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Banana Funfetti protein Cookies

banana funfetti protein cookies via @semihealthnut at semihealthyblog.com

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Chewy Almond Funfetti Cookies + 7 Happy Things

chewy almond funfetti cookies via @semihealthnut at semihealthyblog.com perfect for customizing for any holiday including the 4th of july! #yum #recipe #cookies #dessert

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Raspberry Homemade Fruit Roll Ups with Frozen Fruit

easy DIY homemade fruit roll ups. great as a snack, a semi-healthy treat, or for fueling for a run. via @semihealthnut at semihealthyblog.com

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gf pumpkin spice browned butter protein bites via @semihealthnut at semihealthyblog.com

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