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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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Announcing Pumpkin Week! + Other Exciting Updates

October 12, 2015 by Amanda R DeWitt

Get excited! Me and my awesome co-hosts are all whipping up 2-4 recipes EACH on our blogs for pumpkin week 2015, plus we are hosting a giant pumpkin recipe link-up on Friday, the 23rd.

Filed Under: ramble Tagged With: news, pumpkinweek2015

Fire-Roasted Tomato Hummus Recipe with Bacon [GF, DF, NF, EF]

October 7, 2015 by Amanda R DeWitt

This sweet and savory fire roasted tomato bacon hummus recipe will become your new favorite thing to dip everything into.

Filed Under: 5 minute snacks, Dairy Free, egg free, Gluten Free, nut free, ramble, recipe, snack, spreads + dips Tagged With: fire roasted tomatoes, hummus, tomatoes

Midyear Blog Survey Results 2015 [ and why you should do one on your blog ]

October 5, 2015 by Amanda R DeWitt

Finally sharing the results of my blog survey from July! Check out the answers..do any surprise you?

Filed Under: blogging + writing, ramble Tagged With: about DSHN, survey, survey results

The Truth About Sugary Drinks

September 16, 2015 by Amanda R DeWitt

I might have a slight addiction to sugary drinks as of late. Here’s why it needs to stop!

Filed Under: confessions, nutrition Tagged With: drinks, fit tips, SHN Eats

Confessions 9-7-15

September 7, 2015 by Amanda R DeWitt

I hope these confessions posts give you a little peek into my brain (if you’re into that sort of thing) and might either entertain you or likely make you feel a little better about your own life. Cuz I definitely don’t have it all together.

Filed Under: About Amanda, confessions, ramble Tagged With: blogger confessions, confessions

Happy Things #5: Good News

August 31, 2015 by Amanda R DeWitt

I don’t know about you, but sometimes I need to focus on the happy things in my life. I have one of those weird brains that naturally seeks out the negative in pretty much any situation, but I think with practice (and with these types of posts) we can train our brains to focus on the GOOD.

Filed Under: About Amanda, Dave, family, Favorites, happy things, life, Nebraska, positivity, ramble, thankful, wedding, weekend Tagged With: happy things, positivity

A Beginners Guide to Crossfit

August 7, 2015 by Amanda R DeWitt

This post (and one coming to you next week) focus on a beginner’s guide to crossfit from someone who has been there, done that!

Filed Under: fitness, ramble Tagged With: crossfit, David Dack, fit tips, tips

It Is Good to Have a Partner in Crime to #shareyoursummer

July 31, 2015 by Amanda R DeWitt

my favorite partner in crime, Dave Cakes

Hey friends! Today, I want to take this opportunity to tell you how awesome Dave (aka Dave Cakes) is. #shareyoursummer

Filed Under: Dave, life, ramble Tagged With: Sponsored

Semi- Healthy Banana Oat Muffins [ GF ]

July 29, 2015 by Amanda R DeWitt

Semi Healthy Banana Super Oat Muffins via @semihealthnut at semihealthyblog.com

These sweet little banana super oat muffins will delight your taste buds and surprise you with some super healthy ingredients. I mean, they do have butter and sugar, so I would definitely stick them in the semi-healthy dessert category, but oh my golly are they a tasty semi-healthy treat!

Filed Under: breakfast, dessert, egg free, Gluten Free, kid friendly, muffin, ramble, recipe, Skoop B Strong Protein, snack, Vegetarian or Vegetarian Friendly Tagged With: love grown foods, semi-healthy dessert

IMM #43: Badass Burger Recipes with a Twist

July 27, 2015 by Amanda R DeWitt

9 badass burger recipes with a twist via @semihealthnut at semihealthyblog.com

You need to check out these badass burger recipes to grill up this summer!

Filed Under: confessions, Inspire Me, link-up, recipe round-up Tagged With: inspire me link

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banana funfetti protein cookies via @semihealthnut at semihealthyblog.com

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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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