Kaitlin Shanks
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Lifestyle blogger and fiction writer. No AI-generated content here. To support me, please follow me on Instagram (I follow back!) send me a tip, visit my Amazon storefront or buy my novel, Last Living Girl. Thanks so much!
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5 Meal Delivery Sites That Sell Curated Diet Programs
If you're about to start a new diet, you don't have to curate meals yourself. Some meal delivery brands offer boxes of pre-planned dishes that suit your dietary needs. The programs on this list claim to help you detox, lose weight, stay healthy while taking GLP-1 medication or adjust to your new vegetarian lifestyle.
By Kaitlin Shanks6 months ago in Feast
12 Companies That Deliver Ready-made Meals
When you don't feel like leaving the house, meal delivery services do most of the work for you. However, with so many options, it can be hard to find a service that suits your diet. Here's a rundown of the most popular meal delivery programs with prices, pros and cons, and example menu items.
By Kaitlin Shanks6 months ago in Feast
My Honest Pitaya Foods Smoothie Bowl Review
I love smoothies, but I've never been a fan of starting from scratch. I've always preferred the pre-portioned kits because they come with ingredients that I don't have lying around the house, such as dragon fruit and blue spirulina.
By Kaitlin Shanks6 months ago in Feast
30+ Coupon-free Ways to Save on Grocery Delivery
If you dread grocery shopping every week, it's easier than ever to skip the chain stores and order healthy, discounted food from online retailers. Here, I've compiled all the ongoing deals and freebies that I could find for Hungryroot, Misfits Market, Imperfect Foods, Thrive Market, Girl & Dug Farm and Martie.
By Kaitlin Shanks7 months ago in Feast
40+ Coupon-free Ways to Save Money at Online Tea Stores
For tea drinkers, the best part of online shopping is discovering blends that you can't find in stores. The second-best part is finding new ways to save money. When shipping gets expensive, wouldn't it be nice to shave off a few dollars?
By Kaitlin Shanks8 months ago in Feast
40+ Meal Kit Discounts That Don’t Require a Coupon
Every day, thousands of people search for meal kit coupons online. However, you might not realize that most meal kit delivery services have special discounts that you can use at any time. Typically, they're hidden away in the footer or FAQ page, so I decided to make a list of all the deals I could find.
By Kaitlin Shanks8 months ago in Feast
4 Health-conscious Prepared Meal Delivery Services
Meal kit delivery services are all the rage, but sometimes, I don't want to cook. I believe that food tastes better when someone else prepares it. Admittedly, this leads me to enjoy frozen dinners more than I should, and if I had the money, I'd practically be sponsoring my favorite restaurants.
By Kaitlin Shanks9 months ago in Feast
6 Protein Sources You Didn't Know You Could Add to Smoothies
Peanut butter and protein powder are common smoothie boosters, but they don't work for everyone. Whether you're dealing with food allergy, worried about additives or just tired of the same recipes, you'll have periods where you want to experiment. These ingredients are a little unconventional, but they're surprisingly compatible with fruit, vegetables and seeds--and they're affordable, too.
By Kaitlin Shanks10 months ago in Feast
6 Unusual Vegan Milks You Can Make at Home
When I was growing up, soy milk was pretty much the sole option for dairy-free diets. Today, the market is exploding, with manufacturers and home cooks alike squeezing vegan milk out of nuts, seeds and legumes. If you have food allergies or want to try something different, here's a few surprising ways to make this vegan beverage.
By Kaitlin Shanks10 months ago in Feast
What is Potted Meat, Anyway?
In my region, potted meat is a food pantry staple--and as a self-proclaimed foodie, I'm ashamed to admit that I enjoy it. When I pull the aluminum tab, I find pink pureed meat with a greasy sheen on top. The meat spreads like butter. Saltiness hits my taste buds first, followed by an intense meaty flavor and a slightly grainy texture. Yum!
By Kaitlin Shanks11 months ago in Feast
