The Tano Lifestyle

                                  My favorite breakfast food is eggs benedict hands down. Call me boring, but whenever we go out to breakfast it's the only thing I order every time. The problem for me is the hollandaise sauce. Some restaurants make bomb sauce, and others make it waaaay too sour. Don't get me started on the store bought ones uggghhhh! I always order the hollandaise sauce on the side and dip my bites lightly in it. Typical hollandaise sauce is ridden with fat, and it's simply not healthy. Since I've been taking my diet and fitness very seriously lately, eggs benedict with hollandaise sauce hasn't been an option for me eating out. So I desperately scowered the internet and found a way to make a skinny version that doesn't compromise flavor. In fact, I actually like it better than the one my favorite restaurant serves. The key to making this low-fat or "skinny" is to ditch the cholesterol-laden butter and replace with Greek yogurt. Don'

                                                      (Photo credit: Skincare Physicians of Georgia) You remember those contraptions before on infomercials back in the day. It looks like a belt that you wrap around your waist and makes your stomach muscles contract claiming to help you lose weight. I remember using one 15-20 years ago and thinking it was a major scam. Now that we're in 2021, there is new and improved technology that is reputable and effective. Body contouring is rapidly becoming the biggest sought-after cosmetic procedure in the U.S. Most procedures eliminate fat cells while reshaping your figure. Now, there is a new way to contour your body called Emsculpt that uses intense electromagnetic energy that contracts your muscles in a way that can't be achieved through situps or other abdominal exercise. It's a new trend that claims to define and add muscle instead of simply removing fat.  What Is Emsculpt?   Emsculpt is and FDA approved device that improves abd

It's Christmas day and you're probably exhausted and just want to stay comfy in your sweatsuit. If you're planning on hosting Christmas dinner with friends or having a cozy night in with the fam, these time-saving crockpot dinners will make your life a whole lot easier. Most of these recipes can be made the night before so you don't have to spend all of Christmas day in the kitchen. 1. Slow Cooker Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes I personally prefer scalloped potatoes over mashed potatoes any day. Plus, if you already served or had them for Thanksgiving, this will add more variety to your holiday dinner. The cheesiness of these potatoes will go perfect with your honey baked ham (see number 2).  Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups heavy cream 3 cloves minced garlic 1/2 tsp. dried thyme pinch of nutmeg 2 lbs. russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/8-inch thick slices 1 cup Gruyere cheese 1/4 cup grated Parmesan 1/4 tsp. thyme leaves Salt & pepper to taste How To Make It  1. Whisk the ga

                                    (Photo credit: Facialplasticsnyc.com )      Imagine a long-lasting non-invasive procedure that can give you a youthful glow and make you look years younger. Facial and plastic reconstructive surgeon Dr. Dara Liotta has come up with a new facial contouring procedure called LitLift . She was inspired by the overwhelming popularity of strobing and contouring via makeup. LitLift uses a combination of botox and other dermal fillers with results lasting up to two years. Most botox and dermal filler procedures only last between 4-6 months. The Procedure   Dr. Liotta focuses on the prime areas of the face that you would use to highlight and contour with makeup such as the browbones, forehead, center of the nose, cheekbones, cupids bow, and chin. Don't worry, you don't have to have all areas done, just the ones you're concerned about. LitLift is customizable based on your face and needs. Here are the products Dr. Liotta uses in the specific areas

If you're anything like me, the first thing you want on Christmas morning is a giant cup of coffee and my sweats. Then I'm ready to get going with watching the family open gifts. The last thing I want is to be stuck in the kitchen cooking a bunch of meals for brunch while everyone is having all the fun. These top 5 hearty crockpot meals are not only delicious but will give you more time to spend with the fam. Or the ability to sleep in longer (yeah right).  1. Biscuit Breakfast Casserole This breakfast casserole is an entire meal all to itself. Instead of the typical biscuits and gravy for breakfast or brunch, check out this cheesy biscuit recipe your guests will love from CrockPotLadies.com .  Ingredients (serves 8):  Cooking spray or butter to grease the inside of the crockpot.  1 can Pillsbury (or any brand) refrigerated biscuits (not the flaky layers kind). 4 large eggs 1/4 cup milk 1/2 cup shredded cheese 5 oz. bacon cooked and chopped Directions: 1. Butter or spray the cr

                                                 (Photo credit: Health and Style ) Sit ups are the worst. In fact, I don't know anyone who really looks forward to doing them at the end of their workout. The good news is, crunches aren't necessarily the most effective way to tone your midriff. You must implement high intensity cardio training to burn the fat covering your stomach muscles. Here is a list of the top abdominal exercises to get that toned tummy without the boredom.  1. Stability Ball Mountain Climbers This is a plank variation that makes you work harder due to the instability of the ball.  1. Start with your hands on the medicine ball and walk your feet back into a plank position. 2. Pull one knee towards your chest at a time and return to starting position. 3. Perform 3 sets of 20 reps or until it becomes to challenging. 2. Pot-Stirrers This is another excellent medicine ball plank exercise for a full abdominal burn.  1. Place forearms on your medicine ball intertw

                                                                       (Photo credit: Closet Cooking)                          When it comes to Christmas dinner, the side dishes are just as important as the main course. Why stick to the same boring mashed potatoes and green beans already served at Thanksgiving? Here are my top 5 Christmas (or any fall holiday) side dishes. 1. Ultimate Cornbread Casserole (Courtesy of Five Heart Home ) You won't find a cornbread recipe more savory and decadent than this one! You can choose to buy a cornbread mix from the grocery store or make it from scratch. The jalapenos are also optional depending on how much spice you want in your life.  Ingredients: 1 cup cornmeal 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon baking powder 3/4 teaspoon salt 1-2 tablespoons sugar 1 16 ounce bag frozen corn, thawed 1 cup milk 1 cup sour cream 6 tablespoons melted butter salt & pepper to taste 1-2 jalapenos (optional) 1 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese How To Make It  1.