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I joined Aspen in November of 2007 and I have since lost 118 lbs, 73.5 inches and 20.3% body fat! I did all of this with the help of my personal trainer Laura Brammeier, she has continued to push me when I felt like quitting and she encourages me to keep going and never give up. She has been a true inspiration to me every step of the way. I admit that it has not been easy and I complain ALOT but she has sincerely changed my life. Thank you so much Laura for believing in me, I never could have done it without you!

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Angel Delights

Angel Delights Provided by EatingWell.com

Serves 48	Prep Time 30 min.	Total Time 30 min.
Nutrition Profile: Diabetes Appropriate Heart Healthy Low Calorie Low Carb Low Cholesterol Low Sat Fat Low Sodium

Frances Van Vynckt, 78, combined dates, toasted rice cereal and coconut into an easy no-bake treat that won EatingWell’s 2008 cookie contest.

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INGREDIENTS

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1/4 cup unsalted butter

1 cup sugar

1 1/2 cups chopped pitted dates, (8 ounces)

1/8 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 cups toasted rice cereal, such as Rice Krispies

1 cup shredded coconut

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COOKING DIRECTIONS

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Step 1
Combine butter, sugar and dates in a large saucepan. Cook, stirring constantly, until the butter is melted, the sugar is no longer white and the dates are mostly melted, 8 to 15 minutes. The mixture should be a shiny, brown sticky mass. Remove from the heat.

Step 2
Add salt, vanilla, cereal and coconut; stir well to combine.

Step 3
When cool enough to handle, squeeze and roll the mixture into 1-inch balls. Place on a wax paper-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate until chilled.

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MAKE AHEAD TIP

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Cover and refrigerate for up to 1 week.

Rasberry, Avocado & Mango Salad

Raspberry, Avocado & Mango Salad Provided by EatingWell.com

Serves 5	Prep Time 25 min.	Total Time 25 min.
Nutrition Profile: Diabetes Appropriate Gluten Free Diet Heart Healthy High Fiber High Potassium Low Calorie Low Carb Low Cholesterol Low Sat Fat Low Sodium

Pureed berries give the tangy wine vinegar dressing a creamy texture that gently clings to the lettuce and fruit. This is a salad to enjoy when fresh berries are in the market.

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INGREDIENTS

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1 1/2 cups fresh raspberries, divided

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

1/4 cup red-wine vinegar

1 small clov garlic, coarsely chopped

1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

8 cups mixed salad greens

1 ripe mango, diced (see Tip)

1 small ripe avocado, diced

1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion

1/4 cup toasted chopped hazelnuts, or sliced almonds (see Tip), optional

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COOKING DIRECTIONS

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Step 1
Puree 1/2 cup raspberries, oil, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper in a blender until combined.

Step 2
Combine greens, mango, avocado and onion in a large bowl. Pour the dressing on top and gently toss to coat. Divide the salad among 5 salad plates. Top each with the remaining raspberries and sprinkle with nuts, if using.

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RECIPE TIPS

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1. Slice both ends off the mango, revealing the long, slender seed inside. Set the fruit upright on a work surface and remove the skin with a sharp knife.

2. With the seed perpendicular to you, slice the fruit from both sides of the seed, yielding two large pieces.

3. Turn the seed parallel to you and slice the two smaller pieces of fruit from each side.

4. Cut the fruit into the desired shape.

Tips: To dice a mango:

To toast chopped or sliced nuts, heat a small dry skillet over medium-low heat. Add nuts and cook, stirring, until lightly browned and fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes.

MAX Drink Mix – Vanilla Protein Drink

MAX Drink Mix is a delicious, balanced meal replacement and pre- and post-meal liquid formula. It is designed to provide high protein (41 grams) in a small volume to help increase protein intake during weight gain. This formula includes proteins with the highest biological values including whey, egg, and caseinate.

MAX Drink Mix contains additional glutamine which plays an important role in regulating protein synthesis, acting as an anti-catabolic agent, contributing to glycogen storage following exercise, and contributing to cell volume.

The use of Apex MAX Drink Mix with other Apex supplements should allow total nutrient intakes to be within a safe and optimal range.

A high performance drink mix with extra protein to help build muscle mass.

protein 41g
glutamine 2500 mg
branched chain amino acids (BCAA) 8500 mg

Best suited for:

* Anyone as
o Increase calorie intake for the goal of weight gain
o Early morning pre-workout meal

* Experienced exercisers as
o A pre- and post-workout liquid meal (when mixed with additional carbohydrates) to enhance training and recovery
o Addition to cell volumizing nutrients

Designed to be a satisfying pre- and post-workout liquid meal, APEX MAX DRINK MIX works to lose body fat or gain lean muscle.*