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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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Summery Strawberry Recipes [IMM Link-Up #13]

June 8, 2015 by Amanda R DeWitt

8 Summery Strawberry Recipes via @semihealthnut at semihealthyblog.com

These strawberry recipes seemed to call out to me, saying…summer will be here soon enough! Then I will have to start worrying about things like sunscreen and making sure I run outside before 10am.

Filed Under: blogging + writing, food, Inspire Me, life, link-up, recipe round-up, weekend Tagged With: concert, music, strawberries

Did You Know #17: Benefits of Compression Socks

June 5, 2015 by Amanda R DeWitt

do compression socks really work

There’s this fad nowadays in the fitness and running industry involving compression gear, more specifically, compression socks. But are they just fashionable or do they really serve a purpose?

Filed Under: fitness, Health + Fitness, link-up, running, tips Tagged With: Did You Know, fitness, running

[IMM #12] My Favorite Productivity Tools

June 1, 2015 by Amanda R DeWitt

4 awesome productivity tools so you can get stuff done

When blogging is a real source of income however, you tend to put a little more pressure on yourself. (But of course, you still want to try to have fun with it!) Here are 4 awesome productivity tools that have helped me grow my readership by 50% by being more focused and efficient.

Filed Under: blogging + writing, Inspire Me, link-up, make money blogging, tips Tagged With: blogging + writing

[IMM #11] Farewell to Minnesota Giveaway

May 25, 2015 by Amanda R DeWitt

q. cumbers event giveaway via @semihealthnut at semihealthyblog.com

Today it’s a Minnesota giveaway hosted by Q. Cumbers restaurant with two tickets to see Kat Perkins at a live outdoor concert at Centennial Lakes Park. This also includes a picnic dinner from Q. Cumbers!

Filed Under: About Amanda, giveaway, Inspire Me, life, link-up, ramble, twin cities, weekend Tagged With: giveaway, Minnesota

[IMM #10] Inspiration from Blend Retreat 2015

May 18, 2015 by Amanda R DeWitt

Upslope Brewing Company blend retreat 2015 via @semihealthnut at semihealthyblog.com

Blend Retreat 2015 was amazing! I am coming away from the experience refreshed, full of inspiration and ready to take on the world.

Filed Under: Dave, friends, Inspire Me, life, link-up, weekend Tagged With: Blend2015

Did You Know Link-Up #16: Fueling for Races

May 1, 2015 by Amanda R DeWitt

how to fuel for a race via @semihealthnut at semihealthyblog.com

Let’s dig into proper fueling for races since this topic is on my mind (my half-marathon is in two days!!) and it’s Did You Know Friday!

Filed Under: fitness, half-marathon, link-up, nutrition, race, ramble, running, tips, workout Tagged With: Did You Know, fitness, run, running

[IMM #8] 7 Homemade Fruit Snacks + Blend Love

April 27, 2015 by Amanda R DeWitt

healthy homemade fruit snacks the whole family will love via @semihealthnut at semihealthyblog.com

I was super inspired by a project I did for Mode Media last week where I decided to find different fruit snacks you could make at home with fresh fruit. These are all healthy, fun ideas the whole family will love!

Filed Under: blend, foodspiration, friends, Inspire Me, kid friendly, link-up, recipe round-up, snack, twin cities, weekend Tagged With: blends, inspire me link, Minnesota, Minnesota bloggers

Inspire Me Mondays #7: Grandma’s “Special Friend” John

April 20, 2015 by Amanda R DeWitt

john and family mother's day

Inspiration can come in the strangest places…even at a funeral. Share your inspiration and you can hopefully be inspired by all of the awesome posts that are linked up here each Inspire Me Monday!

Filed Under: family, Favorites, Inspire Me, life, link-up, ramble, SHN Favorites Tagged With: family, life, link-up

Did You Know #15: Epsom Salt Baths

April 3, 2015 by Amanda R DeWitt

Are epsom salt baths really effective at relieving sore muscles via @semihealthnut at semihealthyblog.com 2

Today’s Did You Know Friday (<-find out more here) topic is Epsom salt baths. I’m mostly going to discuss the healing benefits for sore muscles, but I want to dig into a little bit of the other uses because there are many!

Filed Under: fitness, Health + Fitness, link-up, running, tips Tagged With: Did You Know, fitness

Inspire Me Monday #6: Netflix Shows to Watch

March 30, 2015 by Amanda R DeWitt

3 shows you should watch on Netflix with strong female leads via @semihealthnut at semihealthyblog.com

Time for another Inspire Me Monday link-up where you can link your best work from the week AND be inspired by others. We all have something to offer, right?

Filed Under: blend, blogging + writing, Inspire Me, link-up, ramble, twin cities Tagged With: blends, inspire me link, Minnesota, Minnesota bloggers

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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

[IMM Link-Up #9] Chocolate Covered Strawberries

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

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