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Protein bars can be expensive. You may get a 10 bars for $10 deal every once in a while (on sub-par bars), but what if you could cut your average cost by 55-60% and still get a delicious product? I'm all about that cost-savings life and if you are as well, give these a shot! What ya need: 1 ounce of dark chocolate, 70% dark 1½ cups of Medjool dates ½ cup of peanuts ½ cup of almonds ½ cup of natural peanut butter (The stuff that only has peanuts, no sweeteners or preservatives. Make it your self if you can.)   Ok, so:     Using a knife, chop the chocolate in to rough chunks. You can make smaller bits, if you like. Throw all of the ingredients except the chocolate in to a food processor and process until you begin to get a paste. You still want to be able to discern small pieces of each ingredient in the paste, so don't puree it. If you have a smaller food processor, do this in batches. When the paste is done, mix in the chocolate chunks. Take this complete ...

A lot of the cuisine in the middle east and the Mediterranean regions of our wonderful planet is quite healthy. Here's a take on a chickpea salad that a friend and I whipped up over some wine a few months ago. The combination of dates, rice, and chickpeas not only provide for a filling dish, but they also are packed with nutrients, fiber, and plant-based proteins to get you through a workout, a run or a busy day about town. Let me know how it turns out for you! What ya need: 2 tablespoons of olive oil 1/2 of a Vidalia onion 1 -16oz can of chickpeas, rinsed and drained 1/2 teaspoon of ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon of kosher salt ground black pepper, to taste 3 cups of cooked brown rice 1/2 cup of  pitted dates, chopped 1/4 cup of fresh mint , chopped 1/4 cup of fresh parsley , chopped Ok, so: In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion to the skillet and cook, sti...