Wheat free chocolate brownies

Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 40 min
Serves: makes 12-16

These wheat free brownies are perfect if you are on a gluten free diet, the rich and gooey brownies are studded with pecans for extra crunch

Ingredients

    200 g dark chocolate, at least 70% cocoa solids, roughly chopped
    100 g unsalted butter, plus extra for greasing
    200 g caster sugar
    125 g ground almonds
    4 eggs, separated
    100 g pecans, roughly chopped

Low-Carb Desserts You'll Fall in Love With

Sweet tooth got you hangry? Us, too. Good news: These five low-carb desserts all contain fewer carbohydrates than the combined protein and fat counts, an easy way to determine whether or not your low-carb grub is really what it claims to be. "It's good to keep insulin as low as possible, since this hormone can promote the storage of fat and stops your body from using stored fat as energy," says nutritionist Jenny Westerkamp, RD. Consuming protein and fat with carbohydrates will save you from that crazy blood sugar spike you can get from carbs alone, so you won't need as much insulin to metabolize your treat. And considering all of these recipes are delicious and low-carb, we're arguing that yes, you can now have your cake and eat it, too.

 Low-Carb Desserts: Homemade Peanut Butter Cups

Forget Reese's. These peanut butter cups are the real deal—gluten-free with just two grams of sugar. Go ahead: Grab another.

Easy Ways to Crush Your Food Cravings

Show your sweet tooth who's boss.

Is your sweet tooth getting out of control, or do you feel like that bag of chips is always calling your name? Thankfully, dietitian Julie Upton, M.S., R.D., of Appetite for Health is here to offer some great tips on how the pros knock out their food cravings.

Research shows that virtually all women have food cravings, especially for chocolate, but also for foods rich in fat, sugar, and salt. While many believe cravings stem from nutrient deficiencies, studies show that jonesing for French fries or Swedish Fish happens from habit and emotional eating, not from lacking vitamins or minerals. If that were the case, we'd all be craving nutrient-packed veggies—not chocolate and chips.

There are ways to cave to cravings without destroying your diet. Research shows that those who restrict food suffer the most from intense cravings, compared to women who don't make specific foods off-limits. The key is to indulge—in moderation—and with healthier substitutions. In addition, studies reveal that adequate sleep, avoiding alcohol, not skipping meals, and exercise can all help reduce cravings.

Healthy Breakfast Recipes That Will Promote Weight Loss All Month Long

Time to kick your boring breakfast routine to the curb.

By now, you probably have that one healthy breakfast staple that gets you through the day—but who says you have to settle for the same bowl of oatmeal or egg white omelet every morning? Breakfast is the prime time to get your day off to a healthy and delicious start, so let it live up to its full potential! Click through these slides to check out recommendations for recipes that help you lose weight—you'll be set for the whole month.

Smoked Salmon Toast

1 slice whole-wheat bread, toasted
1 1/2 Tbsp cream cheese
2 oz smoked salmon
1 thick slice red onion
1 Tbsp chives

Spread cream cheese on toast, and top with salmon, onion, and chives.

Total: 360 calories

Don't let cream cheese's bad rep discourage you. Researchers believe that the calcium found in dairy helps you burn more fat.