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Are you waiting for the New Year to make better choices for yourself and your family? Don’t gain an extra 10-15 pounds before the New Year. Balance your lifestyle and still stay on track and lose some weight through the Holidays.

Pruvit came out with this amazing offer for the 60-hour keto reboot PLUS 30 days of metabolic optimization to follow.

Check out the flyer below and if you have any questions, message me or to place your order, click here

Update on my pregnancy, not much to update besides I’m getting bigger, I have 8ish weeks to go, I’m not feeling nearly as agile as I was about a month ago! I’m really looking forward to finding out if it’s a boy or a girl. I’m embracing this pregnancy but I’m also getting the point of “ok, I just want to meet you!” But of course, we want baby to go to term and I’m going to just enjoy all the fun things that come along with Christmas time and with Mallorie & Makenzie. Hoping to share some recipes through the Holidays as well. 🙂

So, I want to share again on how the Keto Products work that I use. Do I still eat carbs? YES, and you can. Right now I have been because mostly in my pregnancy, that’s what sounds good. I try and eat my meats and veggies at least once a day and I always have eggs a couple times per week but generally when I’ve been pregnant I am more prone to reach for that bowl of cereal, banana, apple or other carbs! I am generally around 50 carbs when I’m not pregnant but in pregnancy I’m more around 100 to 120(probably 150 some days 😉  I also drink a shake once a day with my fruits and greens supplement(to find out more info on this if you’re interested, let me know!) and a Ketogenic shake because that’s what I’ve been having for months but instead of doing almond or coconut milk I’ve been having whole milk for more calories because I’m always really hungry in the mornings and between getting the girls up and ready, dogs out, coffee in hand, a shake is my go to and has been for many years!

So, why have the carbs and still do the keto max packs? This is why….

 

 

 

 

 

 

If you are interested in more information, please don’t hesitate to ask. Not only are ketones great for your body inside but the mental and physical effects are great as well. If you are interested in getting in on the last REBOOT of 2018, let me know. It goes on sale on December 1st and kicks off on December 16th as a group. As always, it can be done at any time and I will guide you along the way! 🙂  My particpants last month lost 40.5 pounds!

As always, thank you for reading!

So at almost 30 weeks pregnant, I went to “hop” on my bike and do cardio this morning. First of all, I don’t know what made me think that was going to work out but needless to say I may have lasted 30 seconds and had to get off. I’m happy though that I still feel agile enough that I thought I was going to just be able to do it! I then did BodyAttack for 30 minutes from my LesMills OnDemand, which was a lot better choice and was able to get a good workout with Makenzie. I had a baby appointment today and baby is measuring right on and it’s always neat to listen to that heartbeat! I’m 70 days away from my due date, which is so crazy as time has flown by so fast.

A couple funny things that have happened in our household is my jacket no longer zips and with the winter we are having I had to go on the search for a new one because there is just something about that cold belly while running around that doesn’t feel good! I ordered it from the maternity section from Gap and it’s supposed to be here Friday so here’s to hoping that one zips.

Also, I feel like there’s always the debate on toilet paper rolls being under or over and I’m one of the people who could care less but I can tell you I do have a peeve of the toilet paper rolls having to be changed once a day so I was adamant when we bought our last rolls that they were giant rolls. Travis had bought the right toilet paper just not the right size rolls and it drove me nuts as I was having to change the toilet paper rolls all too often!

I am beyond excited to share the Reboot results with you all. I have a couple people who opted to do theirs after Thanksgiving and are starting on Sunday so I will give you the total weight loss then but so far we are at 30 pounds. If you are interested in getting the December reboot, message me! 🙂

A couple tips for not over doing it on Thanksgiving. Go for small portions if you enjoy everything. I enjoy the pecan pie and sweet potato the most so I generally do smaller portions of everything else and take a little more of the things I love. I generally am all in for the wine but this year I will make up for the sweet wine and maybe try another dessert or two! 😉

So, also I know Black Friday is coming and I am not one of those people who goes out and shops because I can’t handle the madness. Although, I did do a little Target online shopping today from my phone and if you are a RedCard Holder (Debit or Credit, doesn’t matter which one) you get the deals before! Go check them out by clicking here.

If you need to sign up for a RedCard click here. I have the debit card that is directly linked to your checking account, which I love!

Enjoy your Thanksgiving, all!

So, a group of people are going to be kicking off with the Keto Reboot on Sunday. The reboot runs from Sunday evening to Wednesday morning. I’m excited for this months reboot to see how well people are going to do with Thanksgiving being on Thursday. The Reboot really steers you away from all that junk and I’m hoping people are going to find that they’re not going to be “stuffing” themselves on Thursday. Of course, enjoying themselves and balancing is key but focusing on smaller portions and the healthier options. If you think you’d like to give the December reboot a try, let me know!

I love creating my own recipes but I enjoy following new recipes and I also love adding my Pruvit products in the mix as well. So, check out the link below to the Pruvit’s blog for all kinds of great recipes. The Chicken Curry soup has been one of my favorites. Also, the Gimme S’more Frappeketo looks delicious and I’m making sure I have all the ingredients for it to make as a treat this coming week! This recipe calls for the Swiss Cacao Keto Max Ketones, which are 30% off today.  All of Pruvit’s Keto Max packs are 30% off today, I will post that link below to see the prices and to place an order, this is a BETTER THAN BLACK FRIDAY SALE! To check out the recipes click here

To see the sale items on the website, click HERE

It really is the most wonderful time of the year! As always, if you have any questions, reach out to me on Facebook, Instagram, email me @ melodiemariealexander@gmail.com or comment on this blog post and I will get back to you! 🙂

Tomorrow marks 28 weeks of this pregnancy (last trimester, what?!) I can’t even believe it. I’m thoroughly excited to celebrate the Holidays with family and friends and then we get another joyful bundle in January or February. My due date is February 1, so that’s why I say January or February. Still pretty smooth sailing, I really can’t complain. Baby kicks a lot and can be quite obnoxious sometimes but I love every minute of it. My workouts have stayed consistent and I enjoy working out at the Y three days a week and then I workout two days a week at home and generally take two “rest” days. It’s been a really great flow and I’m looking forward to finishing off these next 12ish weeks.

Today is the last day to get in on the sale of the Keto Reboot. Here are five things about the reboot that I think are absolutely amazing. When Travis did the Reboot last month he had such a sense of calm about him. He was still the same happy Travis but when he got home in the evenings, he had this “calm” mind about him and it was very noticeable.  He will be participating in the Reboot again this month.

Appetite vs Hunger

Wanting to eat or needing to eat, that is the question! The Keto Reboot helps you identify + work through your appetite and the desire to eat that we are accustomed to. After the 60-hours, you are more aware of when to eat because you’re hungry, not because your appetite (and smartwatch) say it’s time.

BETTER Mood
Hanger is no match for the Keto Reboot! As your body transitions to utilizing Pure Therapeutic Ketones® and your appetite levels out, your mood stabilizes. BETTER mood = BETTER you!

Imprüv focus

Whether you realize it or not, we’re always thinking about when and what we’re going to eat for our next meal. Rebooting for 60-hrs gives you MORE time to be productive (because you’re not focusing on what to cook for dinner), and it also gives you more energy to focus on the task at hand!

Trust your Gut, LOVE your Gut

Giving your gut a 60-hour break is returning it backs to its natural, balanced state. This 60-hour Keto Kleanse supports microbial function in your gut, leading to healthy gastrointestinal function + overall health.

Regulate your Circadian Rythym
Literally, it is reseting you! Deeper, better sleep will lead you to waking up refreshed and restored. That lack of energy you initially felt is suddenly transformed into will power + upbeat drive to kickstart your day!

Here is a new recipe I made this week.
CROCKPOT ROAST WITH MASHED SWEET POTATO

2-3 lb roast of choice (I used Venison Roast)
Half red onion cut ut
1 ½ tsp beef bouillon
½ Bag Organic Carrots
1 C. Water
Put on high for 5-6 hours, low for 1 hour
I then transferred to plate and cut up.

2 Yellow Sweet Potatoes
Boil until soft(drain)
Add ½ tbsp. Organic Salted Butter
Salt and Pepper to taste
Mash

Gravy(Optional)
Use ½ C. of the juices from the crock pot
2 tbsp. Gluten Free Flour
1 tbsp. Organic Salted Butter
Salt and Pepper to taste

The serving size is for about 6-8 oz of meat and 1/2 C. Sweet Potato

 

 

 

 

 

It’s a new month and what better way to kick off post Halloween and Pre Thanksgiving than joining the thousands of people and reset your metabolism by doing the Keto Reboot! Did you go in on the sugar this week with Halloween?

The Keto Reboot is a 60 hour system that clears out the mess, removes your bloat, resets that fat burning metabolism & leaves you feeling fabulous. Last month, one of my participants lost 6.5 inches off his waist, 2 inches off his hips and 7 pounds, another participant lost 3 inches off his waist, 2 inches off his hips and 8.5 pounds.

More benefits include:
*Controls Cravings
*Protects Lean Muscle Mass
*Maximize Energy
*Stay Accountable

The results are amazing, I’ve posted some result photos below for you to take a look at! And it’s not just about the results, it’s about the detoxing of your body, and the mental benefits are amazing as well.

THE REBOOT IS ON SALE NOW but sells out quick so if you’re ready to do it in this next round, LET ME KNOW or click the here to order! As always, any questions, send me an email at melodiemariealexander@gmail.com or message me on Facebook or Instagram.

 

I use Prüvit products everyday. I wanted to elaborate more on the benefits and the background behind the products. Of course I sell these products but I’m all for them because they work, there’s proven results and they are backed by tons of research and science.

So, here is what I will tell you. I use them every day. I use the Keto Kreme, the 143 MCT oil, and the Keto Max packets, I also use the bone broth at least 3-4 times per week and the Keto Kalm 3-4 times per week as well! Prüvit’s proprietary formula, KETO//OS®, has been researched, tested, and doctor approved. It is the first natural consumer product on the market to provide elevated blood ketone levels to the body.

Checkout the website, take a look at the video. Click the picture below and click the orange How it Works Button and watch the video. As always, if you have questions let me know.

 

 

 

I wanted to share a pizza recipe I found on pinterest, but I did make some tweaks to it. I’ll post it at the bottom of this blog post!

A little update on my pregnancy, I will be 24 weeks this Friday. I’m feeling great, I’m at the point in the pregnancy where I have energy and feel pretty much normal except the growing belly and movements, which I love! This baby seems to get really active when I’m ready to go to sleep, so I generally get to enjoy the feeling of those baby kicks to myself for 10-15 minutes before I fall asleep. Mallorie has yet to keep her hand on there long enough to feel the kicks and Makenzie loves to get rocked to sleep randomly again (which I’m not minding at all) and she lays on me with her back on my belly and she’s gotten some kicks, and she gets alarmed and says “what’s that?!” So cute. I think I’m most excited in this pregnancy for the girls to meet their new sibling. I feel like my heart already explodes and I get emotional just thinking about it, I can’t imagine what that exact moment of them meeting each other is going to be like!

I’m sure you have all seen my posts on the Pruvit products and the Reboot that happens in the middle of every month. I’ve put some information for you to read on exactly what the reboot is. As always, if you have any questions, feel free to message me on Instagram or Facebook or send me an email at melodiemariealexander@gmail.com.

This 60 hour Keto Reboot will assist you to reset your metabolism by reprogramming your genes to run on fat for fuel. By conquering a 60 hour Keto reboot, you engage your body to use fat as an energy source while gradually shifting into Keto Adaptation. Click here to view the Pruvit page.

If you are interested in doing the Reboot this month, let me know. I have a couple extras available I can ship out this week!

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It’s been a while! Life has been busy but great. Mallorie is going to preschool full time so that’s been an adjustment but she is loving it, and it’s amazing to see the changes in her already! I can’t believe she is going to be FIVE in February. Makenzie and I have been enjoying our days together, going to the Y so I can workout and she goes to tot watch and is getting better and better every time we go. She also has been taking a 2.5 to 3 hour nap every day so I’ve been able to get a lot of organizing and things done. Most everything is organized and set for baby number 3’s arrival. Baby is moving around, getting bigger and I’m looking forward to finding out if baby #3 is a he or she! We will not find out until baby’s BIRTH day!

On Monday I made a really tasty dinner, which I followed from my Women’s Health Magazine. I’ll share the recipe below. I did tweak the ketchup amount and didn’t use breadcrumbs.

And I wanted to touch base on this because I always get a lot of questions regarding using the Pruvit ketone supplements and if you have to be on a keto diet. The quick answer is no. You do not have to follow a strict keto diet to be on these supplements. The science and research that backs these supplements is amazing and that is why I use them. Click the link here to see the video on how they work!

I’m having fun creating meal plans for people and seeing people get results. If you’re interested in advice or have any questions, just let me know!

Here is the recipe for Sheet Pan Meatloaf & Cauliflower:
1 lb ground beef 80/20
1 large egg
½ tsp pepper, divided
3 tbsp ketchup
½ C. Sharp White Cheddar Cheese (grated)
1 head cauliflower, trimmed into small florets
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp lemon juice
½ tsp salt
2 Tbsp chopped parsley

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Lightly oil a large, rimmed baking sheet. In a large bowl, mix together beef; egg ¼ tsp pepper, ½ C. Cheese, 2 tbsp Ketchup. Shape into 4 small loaves and arrange on baking sheet. Bake for 10 Minutes
3. In a large bowl, toss cauliflower with olive oil, lemon juice, salt and remaining ¼ tsp pepper. Arrange in a single layer on the baking sheet, next to the meatloaves. Bake for 35-40 minutes
4. Brush on the remainder of the ketchup on top of the loaves once you take them out of the oven

Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts:
515 Calories per 4 oz of meat and 1 C. of Cauliflower
36 Fat 10 Net Carbs 31 Protein

 

 

 

 

 

I’m almost 17 weeks into pregnancy #3. I’m back to feeling more energetic, the first trimester I was fatigued a lot and obviously with two other little ones you don’t get to rest as often as you like, so my bedtimes were right around the time the girls went to bed, which is between 8:30-9 and I always like to stay up and unwind but not for the first trimester! Also, I always managed to get in those 20-30 minutes of a workout to release endorphins and give me SOME energy. Food hasn’t been my friend because I can never make choices because my taste changes all the time. The food I stay most consistent with is a shake every morning because I am SO hungry in the morning and that always sounds good to me! My shake consists of:

4oz Whole Milk
4oz Almond Milk
2 Scoops Vanilla Ketogenic Shake
1 Scoop Berry Fruits & Greens

Monday I did a 45 minute cycling workout which felt amazing! I’m still guilty of not wanting to initially start my workout but then as soon as you start moving, you’re like “oh yeah, releasing those endorphins feels amazing!” and you don’t want to stop!

Here is one of the meals we had last week:
Meatloaf Recipe:
1 lb 80/20 ground
1 Egg
Generous amount of salt and pepper
½ Tsp. Onion Powder
½ Tsp. Garlic Powder
12 Cut up green olives (optiona)
1 tsp ketchup (optional)

Cook @ 350 degrees for 45-50 minutes. We paired with a garden salad!

As always, thank you for following along and if you need any guidance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me!