tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86159546967331535582024-03-12T19:14:46.555-07:00Fit & WellUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger89125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8615954696733153558.post-56833248863258004352015-05-12T17:36:00.002-07:002015-05-12T17:36:55.676-07:00General Fitness Tips<a href="http://40.media.tumblr.com/c135c4d024116c93c7d064aff29e859a/tumblr_n81twtSIGc1qaon9po1_500.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://40.media.tumblr.com/c135c4d024116c93c7d064aff29e859a/tumblr_n81twtSIGc1qaon9po1_500.jpg" height="200" width="200" /></a>1. <b>Prepare Ahead</b><br />
If you prepare all of your meals ahead of time you'll be less likely to reach for the unhealthy cravings with those pre-made nutritious meals all ready to go in your fridge.<br />
Also, if you schedule exactly what you'll do to exercise the following day, whether it be a plan for the gym, or a certain distance you'll run outside, you're more likely to push yourself to stick to that plan, and less likely to back out of your plans to workout.<br />
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2. <b>Eat More</b><br />
<a href="https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/03/52/94/035294c2177c1cd5f951ba07268b936b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/03/52/94/035294c2177c1cd5f951ba07268b936b.jpg" width="200" /></a>Eating regularly throughout the day works to increase your metabolism, which thus aids in weight loss. Most people have this idea of eating less to lose weight, however instead of eating three meals throughout the day make those meals smaller and eat them in 5 sittings instead to more effectively shed the pounds.<br />
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3. <b>Hydrate</b><br />
Drinking enough water isn't just to avoid dehydration. It helps to ensure that your GI tract is healthy, which is the area where most nutrients are absorbed within the body. It's been shown that if you drink a large glass of ice cold water first things in the morning you can boost your metabolism by 24% for 90 minutes.<br />
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4. <b>Avoid Discouragement</b><br />
Find what works for you best and what you see improvements in, and then overload to grow off of that to further develop. Sometimes what you want to work for you doesn't, and you have to accept that. For example, running on an indoor track is easiest for me since it's at the gym, but the humidity prevents me from running very far. Whereas, if I take the time to run outside before or after the gym I can run over twice the distance as when in the gym, and this leaves me feeling more confident that I'm seeing progress.<br />
<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8615954696733153558.post-48766786256942708522015-01-24T08:48:00.000-08:002015-01-24T11:41:13.062-08:00Why Should You Eat Kale?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>1 Cup of Kale:</b><br />
- 206% DV of Vitamin A<br />
- 134% DV of Vitamin C<br />
- 684% DV of Vitamin K<br />
...<i>33 Calories</i><br />
<i><br /></i><b>That's equivalent to eating...</b><br />
...103 bananas for enough Vitamin A<br />
...384 carrots for enough Vitamin K<br />
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<b>Caloric Ratio:</b><br />
- 72% Carbohydrate<br />
- 16% Protein<br />
- 12% Fat<br />
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<b>It's also...</b><br />
...an anti-inflammatory<br />
...high in fibre<br />
...a great source of antioxidants<br />
...a digestion aid <i>(due to the sulfur content)</i><br />
...an anti-cancer agent <i>(due to the ITC from glucosinolates)</i><br />
<i><br /></i>Enjoy!<br />
RUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8615954696733153558.post-50457616105623189002015-01-23T12:50:00.000-08:002015-01-23T12:50:11.961-08:00Tilapia w. Honey & Lime<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>Ingredients:</b><br />
4 Tilapia Filets<br />
1 Large Lime <i>(Juice and Zest)</i><br />
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil <i>(Separate)</i><br />
1 1/2 Tablespoons Honey<br />
1 Garlic Clove <i>(Minced)</i><br />
1/2 Cup Whole Wheat Flour<br />
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<b>Instructions:</b><br />
- Mix together the lime juice and zest, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, honey, and garlic.<br />
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- Put the fish in a large ziploc bag, pour the marinade on top, press the air out of the bag, and seal it tight.<br />
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- Place the ziploc in the fridge for 1 to 4 hours, flipping the bag over once during this time.<br />
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- Put the flour in a shallow dish. Then place the leftover 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large frypan and wait until it's hot.<br />
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- Coat the tilapia filets in the flour and cook in the frypan for 3 to 5 minutes per side <i>(making sure not to touch the fish as it's cooking unless you're flipping it).</i><br />
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- Serve w. a vegetable side dish.<br />
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Enjoy!<br />
RUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8615954696733153558.post-71954382183121018332014-10-05T15:45:00.000-07:002014-10-05T15:45:53.295-07:00Artichoke Pasta<b>Ingredients:</b><br />
12 Ounces Whole-Wheat Pasta<br />
1 Cup Broccoli <i>(Chopped/Cooked)</i><br />
1 Cup Artichoke Hearts <i>(Chopped)</i><br />
1/4 Cup Walnuts <i>(Oven Roasted/Chopped)</i><br />
1 Cup Red Peppers <i>(Chopped/Pan-Fried)</i><br />
1/2 Cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes<br />
2 Tablespoons Basil Pesto<br />
1 Lemon <i>(Zest)</i><br />
1 Garlic Clove <i>(Minced)</i><br />
1/2 - 1 Cup Crumbled Feta Cheese OR Grated Parmesan<br />
Fresh Oregano OR Fresh Basil<br />
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<b>Instructions:</b><br />
- Set up the pasta to cook on the stove top according to the directions on the package.<br />
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- While the pasta is cooking mix together the broccoli, artichoke, walnuts, and red peppers. Set this mixture aside.<br />
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- In another bowl mix together the tomatoes, lemon zest, minced garlic, and pesto, then toss this mixture in with the vegetables you had previously set aside.<br />
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- Drain the pasta, mix in the vegetable mixture, then finish the dish off by topping it with feta cheese or grated parmesan and some fresh oregano or basil.<br />
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Enjoy!<br />
RUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8615954696733153558.post-32143907893083312972014-09-28T07:14:00.000-07:002014-09-28T07:14:25.232-07:00Packing a Lunch 101...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>Step 1: Starch & Protein!</b><br />
- hummus w. pita<br />
- beans w. wild rice<br />
- chicken w. quinoa<br />
- turkey w. pasta<br />
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<b>Step 2: Fruit!</b><br />
- apple<br />
- orange<br />
- peach<br />
- grapes<br />
- berries<br />
- applesauce (<i>unsweetened</i>)<br />
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<b>Step 3: Veggies!</b><br />
- carrots<br />
- celery<br />
- cucumber<br />
- salad<br />
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<b>Step 4:</b> <b>Snack!</b><br />
- granola bar (<i>pay attention to the sugar content!)</i><br />
- yogurt<br />
- almonds<br />
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<b>Step 5: Water!</b><br />
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Enjoy!<br />
RUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8615954696733153558.post-56315765657464240822014-05-30T07:35:00.002-07:002014-05-30T07:35:58.262-07:00Dirty Dozen & Clean Fifteen?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>Dirty Dozen!</b><br />
Here's a list of the produce that tend to have the highest level of residue from pesticides on them <i>(after being washed and peeled).</i> These are the produce you would want to spend a little extra money on buying organic.<br />
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<li>Apples</li>
<li>Strawberries</li>
<li>Grapes</li>
<li>Celery</li>
<li>Peaches</li>
<li>Spinach</li>
<li>Sweet Bell Peppers</li>
<li><i>Imported </i>Nectarines</li>
<li>Cucumbers</li>
<li>Cherry Tomatoes</li>
<li><i>Imported </i>Snap Peas</li>
<li>Potatoes</li>
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<b>Clean Fifteen!</b></div>
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These items are the ones that don't necessarily need to be bought organic, because they are found to have the least amount of pesticide contamination.</div>
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<li>Avocados</li>
<li>Sweet Corn</li>
<li>Pineapples</li>
<li>Cabbage</li>
<li><i>Frozen</i> Sweet Peas</li>
<li>Onions</li>
<li>Asparagus</li>
<li>Mangos</li>
<li>Papayas</li>
<li>Kiwis</li>
<li>Eggplant</li>
<li>Grapefruit</li>
<li>Cantaloupe</li>
<li>Cauliflower</li>
<li>Sweet Potatoes</li>
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Enjoy!</div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8615954696733153558.post-88799989284247817662014-05-27T09:19:00.001-07:002014-05-27T09:19:11.345-07:00Skinny Spaghetti Squash Alfredo<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>Ingredients:</b><br />
1 Spaghetti Squash<br />
1 Tablespoon Butter<br />
2 Garlic Cloves <i>(Minced)</i><br />
2 1/2 Tablespoons Flour<br />
1 1/2 Cup Milk <i>(Skim)</i><br />
1 Tablespoon Cream Cheese<br />
1 Cup Grated Parmesan Cheese<br />
Fresh Parsley <i>(Optional)</i><br />
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<b>Instructions:</b><br />
- Preheat your oven to 350 F.<br />
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- Take your spaghetti squash and cut it in half using a <i>(large)</i> knife. After it's halved, scoop out the seeds and put the squash cut side down on a rimmed baking sheet that has a layer of water on it. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately one hour.<br />
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- Once baked, use a fork to scrape the strands <i>(spaghetti-like)</i> into the centre.<br />
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- To make the sauce, melt the butter in a small pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and saute for 30 seconds. Whisk in the flour and stir for approximately 1 minute.<br />
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- Whisk in the milk until clump-free, and once the milk is hot add the cream cheese and stir until smooth.<br />
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- Take the pan off of the burner and stir in the parmesan cheese.<br />
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- Spoon your sauce into each half of the squash, and pull up the spaghetti-like strands to coat them with the sauce.<br />
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- You can add some more parmesan on top and place it in your oven to broil for a couple of minutes, and then top with parsley if desired.<br />
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Enjoy!<br />
RUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8615954696733153558.post-47555065673929081512014-05-24T09:11:00.002-07:002015-05-09T11:57:10.383-07:00Running Benefits!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>1. Overall Mental Health...</b><br />
...causes the body to release endorphins, which make you more happy<br />
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<b>2. Reduces Asthma...</b><br />
...strengthens your lungs and the connecting respiratory passages to help you breath better long term<br />
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<b>3. Prevent High Blood Pressure...</b><br />
...the arteries grow wider in diameter and contract while running to help them stay "fit", which maintains a healthy blood pressure<br />
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<b>4. Stronger Immune System...</b><br />
...you'll experience less minor illnesses<br />
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<b>5. Lose Weight...</b><br />
...the up and down movement of fat helps to break it down<br />
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<b>6. Physical Strength...</b><br />
...builds lower body strength (especially tendons and ligaments)<br />
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<b>7. Higher Bone Density...</b><br />
...when you place stress on your bones your body relocates essential minerals to them, so as you run there's an additional batch of minerals sent to your bones, which increases the density over time<br />
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<b>8. Joint Strength & Balance...</b><br />
...running strengthens your tendons and ligaments to help increase the strength in your joints<br />
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Enjoy!<br />
RUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8615954696733153558.post-44827550240286128642014-05-15T18:15:00.000-07:002014-05-15T18:15:07.668-07:00Simple Kale & Quinoa Casserole <b>Ingredients:</b><br />
1 Cup Quinoa <i>(Cooked)</i><br />
1 Bunch Kale<br />
1 Onion <i>(Diced)</i><br />
1-3 Garlic Cloves <i>(Minced)</i><br />
2 Eggs<br />
1 Cup Greek Yogurt <i>(Low Fat)</i><br />
1 Cup Mozzarella <i>(Light)</i><br />
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<b>Instructions:</b><br />
- Preheat your oven to 350-375 F.<br />
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- Grease a 9x13 baking pan with your choice of either olive oil or butter.<br />
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- Bring a large pot of water to a boil, and place the <i>(washed)</i> kale in the pot. Leave the kale to cook for around 10 minutes.<br />
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- While the kale is cooking, lightly oil a large fry pan and fry the diced onion for 5 minutes <i>(until golden brown)</i>, then add the minced garlic and continue to stir/cook for about 30 seconds more.<br />
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- Drain the kale in a sieve, and add it to the pan of onions and garlic. Stir the mixture occasionally while cooking for another five minutes.<br />
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- Mix the eggs, yogurt, and cheese in a bowl and set aside.<br />
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- Take the pan of kale and onions off of the burner and set aside to cool. Once it has cooled down slightly, mix the egg mixture, cooked quinoa, and kale mixture together in a large bowl.<br />
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- Pour your dish into your baking pan and smooth the top of it with a spoon. Sprinkle some extra cheese on top if you wish and cook in the oven for about 30 minutes.<br />
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Enjoy!<br />
RUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8615954696733153558.post-89996739610305831402014-05-13T13:24:00.000-07:002014-05-13T13:29:43.565-07:00Lifestyle Advice?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>It's a process that becomes a way of life...</b><br />
...fad diets/yo-yo dieting aren't going to help you to lead a healthy lifestyle. They may help you temporarily lose a few pounds, but if you don't consistently make healthy choices long term, you'll soon gain those pounds back. It's important to ease into a healthy lifestyle and to realize that it has to be a permanent, consistent change!<br />
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<b>Plan out a time to workout before hand, and pack your gym bag the night before...</b><br />
...it's really easy to convince yourself that you'll work out tomorrow, but then tomorrow comes and you get distracted. Before long the day is over and you've yet to get to the gym. What helps is to plan out the chunk of time you'll use to workout the night before. Don't just say you'll go to the gym tomorrow, but plan that you'll go from a certain time to a certain time so you avoid putting it off. It's also helpful to have your bag packed the night before, or to have your workout clothes sitting in a pile by your bedroom door. When you wake up in the morning you'll be reminded, and will have all of your stuff ready to go!<br />
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<b>Don't depend on vitamins or supplements...</b><br />
...I'm not saying that they're bad for you by any means. I believe that we should aim to consume all of the required daily vitamins and nutrients through our own diet, and to not learn to depend on daily vitamins or supplements! It encourages you to eat healthier and make healthier decisions throughout the day if you know you haven't consumed an adequate amount of a certain vitamin!<br />
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<b>Have fun, and laugh...</b><br />
...don't work out by doing something you don't like to do. If running hurts your body and doesn't feel good, try biking instead. It's important to enjoy what you're doing to not add additional stressors to your lifestyle. Also going with a friend or two can not only encourage you to work harder, but it also initiates conversation and laughter which also help to reduce stress.<br />
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Enjoy!<br />
RUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8615954696733153558.post-60891274494128080472014-05-09T10:48:00.000-07:002014-05-09T10:50:05.575-07:00Kitchen Beauty Treatments!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>Banana Shave Cream</b> <b>-</b> mash up a banana, add a splash of water, and mix together <i>(high natural oil content along w. the vitamins and minerals present)</i><br />
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<b>Sugar Exfoliant -</b> mix some brown or white sugar with a splash of olive oil, and rub this mixture on your skin<br />
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<b>Avocado Face Mask -</b> mix a mashed avocado with a spoonful of yogurt and honey <i>(relieves redness and irritation)</i><br />
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<b>Potato Skin Brightener -</b> mix grated raw potato with loose leaf tea in a 1:1 ratio, add in a spoonful or two of olive oil and massage onto your face or body <i>(moisturizer and exfoliator to leave you w. a natural brightness)</i><br />
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<b>Coconut Oil -</b> massage a few small handfuls of the oil into your hair from the roots to the ends, leave for a few minutes to dry, and either braid your hair or put it up for the night, followed by a normal wash and condition the next morning <i>(the oil won't stain your pillow, and will act as a hair growth treatment/shine inducer)</i><br />
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<b>Strawberry Teeth Whitener -</b> mix a crushed strawberry with 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda, apply to your teeth with a toothbrush, let rest for 5 minutes, and then brush your teeth <i>(repeat once per week)</i><br />
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<b>Milk Foot Bath -</b> soak aching or cracked feet in a cold bucket of milk <i>(add ice when the milk starts to warm)</i><br />
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Enjoy!<br />
RUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8615954696733153558.post-87158080130413141362014-05-06T08:58:00.001-07:002014-05-06T08:58:17.373-07:00Pizza Zucchini Halves<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>Ingredients:</b><br />
4 Zucchini<br />
1 Can Diced Tomatoes <i>(Drained)</i><br />
1/2 Cup Shredded Mozzarella <i>(Light/Low-Fat)</i><br />
3/4 Pound Ground Meat <i>(Turkey/Beef/Pork)</i><br />
Basil<br />
2 Garlic Cloves <i>(Minced)</i><br />
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<b>Instructions:</b><br />
- Preheat your oven to 350 F.<br />
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- Cut the zucchini in half lengthwise, and then scoop out the flesh <i>(dice this removed flesh and mix it in with the ground meat)</i>.<br />
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- Cook the ground meat and diced zucchini flesh for about 5 minutes on medium-high heat <i>(until browned)</i>. Stir in the minced garlic for a minute, and then remove the pan from the burner. Drain the excess liquid from this mixture and set aside in a bowl.<br />
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- Add the tomatoes and 1/4 cup of the mozzarella to the cooked meat/squash flesh mixture and mix well.<br />
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- Fill the squash halves with this mixture and place on a lined baking sheet.<br />
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- Bake for 20 minutes and sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of mozzarella over top w. a sprinkle of basil as well.<br />
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- Place back in the oven for about 5 minutes to melt the cheese topping.<br />
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*This recipe is super easy to alternate according to your dietary preferences: the meat can be removed, or you can add pepperoni pieces instead of the ground meat!<br />
*You can add any of your favourite pizza toppings on top when you add the last bit of mozzarella: olives, broccoli florets, etc.<br />
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Enjoy!<br />
RUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8615954696733153558.post-16998196842519093362014-05-05T14:24:00.001-07:002014-05-12T08:26:40.315-07:00Monday Motivation?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Some common motivational techniques that people suggest are: keep a food diary, have pictures around you of what you want your body to look like, and look at pictures of healthy food throughout the day. While I think the last option might work in terms of maybe assisting you in altering your cravings...I really don't believe in the first two.<br />
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<b>Keeping a food diary...</b><br />
...if it works for you then I have nothing against that! Just in terms of getting you started on the right track at the beginning of the healthy living journey, I don't believe this is that strong of a motivational tool. If you do happen to slip up and consume too many unhealthy foods in a day, it forces you to take note of those slip ups, which in a lot of cases makes one feel guilty. It's important to eat what your body is craving, just in moderation and always thinking of the healthy alternatives!<br />
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<b>Have pictures of what you want your body to look like...</b><br />
...I believe this is way too much pressure to place on yourself, and can lead to negative thoughts if you aren't seeing the fitness/health gains you'd like to see take place. It's important to weigh yourself occasionally and to take note of your weight <i>(if you are on a weight loss journey)</i>, however no more than once every 1 to 2 weeks! That way you can keep track of your long term weight loss, and can see the results in numbers, without pressuring yourself based on whole body images you surround yourself with.<br />
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<b>Look at pictures of healthy food...</b><br />
...I think it's important to eat what your body craves but to make healthy decisions, and to eat unhealthy foods that you crave in moderation. If you post pictures of healthy foods on your fridge it <i>may</i> help to alter your cravings so that if you see a picture of an apple when you're reaching for chocolate cake, it may help to change your mind. <i>But</i> I also think that it can lead you to feel guilty if you see the apple and still decide to eat the chocolate cake your body is naturally craving.<br />
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<b>My suggestion...</b><br />
...Keep a list of healthy alternatives to your favourite unhealthy foods on your fridge. It'll remind you that if you're craving chocolate chips to maybe try cacao nibs next time instead!<br />
...If you have trouble eating in moderation and making healthy decisions then maybe decide to only buy healthy alternatives to your favourite foods next time you go food shopping, and ditch the unhealthy foods in your house. This helps to reduce cravings and improve your self control.<br />
...Once you start to crave healthier foods, you can reintroduce some of your favourite guilty pleasures into your diet by buying one bag of baked chips for example, and start to work on your self control and ability to snack in moderation!<br />
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Enjoy!<br />
RUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8615954696733153558.post-34477707472772704142014-05-05T13:26:00.003-07:002015-05-09T11:58:37.692-07:00The Sauce Guide...It's easy to go overboard on the amount of sauce you use on things like sandwiches and meat. Not very many people are aware of how calorie-rich certain sauces and spreads are! You can easily eat whatever lunch or dinner main course you want, and simply cut back on, or switch sauces to cut a couple hundred calories from your daily intake!<br />
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<b><u>Watch These...</u></b><br />
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<b>Olive Oil - </b>1 Tbsp = 100 Calories<br />
<b>Mayonnaise - </b>1 Tbsp = 80 Calories <i>(depends on the fat content/brand)</i><br />
<b>Sour Cream -</b> 1 Tbsp = 25 Calories <i>(rich in unhealthy fats)</i><br />
<b>Guacamole - </b>1 Tbsp = 25 Calories <i>(rich in - good - fats)</i><br />
<b>Ketchup - </b>1 Tbsp = 14 Calories <i>(high in sugar)</i><br />
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*Note: often in sauces that require sour cream, low-fat yogurt works as a perfect supplement, and when using sour cream as a dip for things like perogies apple sauce is a healthy alternative!<br />
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<b>Salsa - </b>1 Tbsp = 4 Calories<br />
<b>Mustard - </b>1 Tbsp = 5 Calories<br />
<b>Worcestershire - </b>1 Tbsp = 13 Calories<br />
<b>Soy Sauce - </b>1 Tbsp = 9 Calories<br />
<b>Hot Sauce - </b>1 Tsp = 0 Calories<br />
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Enjoy!<br />
RUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8615954696733153558.post-83601877499809341292014-05-04T17:48:00.000-07:002014-05-04T17:48:00.075-07:00Liebster Award!I am so excited to announce that "Fit & Well" has been nominated for the Liebster Award. It's an award specifically given to smaller blogs in recognition for the content of the blog!<br />
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I would like to thank Olivia @ <a href="http://meandbabye.com/">Me and Baby E</a> for nominating me, and encourage you all to check out her own amazing blog!<br />
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And now on to answering her questions for me...<br />
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<b>1. What inspired you to start a blog...</b><br />
...I decided to take some time off of school to focus on myself for once <i>(I've always been very education oriented)</i>. During that time I was working out constantly, and only eating natural foods, which yes is great, but I realized I was only doing it all in order to look physically fit. This inspired me to start my blog "Fit & Well"...I really wanted to learn for myself, and share with others as I learned, how to lead a healthy lifestyle and enjoy the process.<br />
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<b>2. Are you a cold weather or warm weather fan...</b><br />
...Warm weather all the way!<br />
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<b>3. What is your favourite feature and why...</b><br />
...Eyes. They express so much emotion, and you can really tell what someone is feeling or thinking just by looking into them.<br />
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<b>4. Favourite dish...</b><br />
...Anything with quinoa or balsamic vinegar.<br />
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<b>5. It's an open bar, what's your poison...</b><br />
...Water for me!<br />
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<b>6. For clothing and accessories, on-trend, or comfortable on? Which takes precedence...</b><br />
...Oh for sure comfort. I'm a sweatpants girl all the way.<br />
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<b>7. If you could up and go to any place in the world, where would you choose...</b><br />
...Ireland.<br />
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<b>8. What has been your favourite post on your blog so far and why...</b><br />
...I'd have to say "I Hate My Body". I think it's important that we all pay more attention to the things we say without really thinking. It's important to think about their real meanings and their effect on the other people around us.<br />
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<b>9. What inspires your content...</b><br />
...Just wanting to enjoy living a healthy lifestyle for the sake of feeling healthy, and not necessarily just wanting to look it.<br />
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<b>10. Early bird or night owl...</b><br />
...Both.<br />
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<b>11. Frosting, cake, or both...</b><br />
...Both.<br />
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<b>My nominations for the Liebster award are...</b><br />
...The Rehead Sez Blog<br />
...Tea Bag<br />
...Texas Crafty Kitchen<br />
...MB Things I Know<br />
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<b>And the rules for the nominees are...</b><br />
...thank and link back the blogger that nominated you<br />
...answer the 11 questions listed above<br />
...pick 4-10 blogs with less than a couple thousand followers<br />
...tag your nominees and comment on a post of theirs to let them know!<br />
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Thank You!<br />
RUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8615954696733153558.post-63109171060141545702014-05-04T13:54:00.000-07:002015-05-09T11:59:56.696-07:00Be Happy, Be Healthy!<b>exercise every day...</b><br />
...often when people take this to heart they feel like they have to workout daily, but getting some simple exercise in every day does not mean you have to go to the gym daily to be healthy<br />
...there are so many different ways in which you can get in some simple exercise every day, like walking your dog, running a few days a week, and maybe a day of yoga here and there<br />
...make sure to change it up constantly to keep your mind motivated and your body interested<br />
...it's all about what makes you happy if you're not working towards an intense fitness goal, so don't feel like you have to force yourself to run every day because it'll train your mind to think that working out is a pain<br />
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<b>eat clean...</b><br />
...eat as natural as possible, without over analyzing and counting calories<br />
...avoid processed foods as much as you can, and stick to whole grains, vegetables, and legumes/beans as the main components of your diet<br />
...be sure to treat yourself now and then because naturally your body will crave a treat day, and it's not only important to treat yourself, but it's just as important to be able to do it guilt free<br />
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<b>be happy & love your body...</b><br />
...it's important to do the things that make you happy<br />
...stop comparing your self to others, and this includes not only your body but your general lifestyle<br />
...everyone is made to be different, and your body allows you to do the things that make you happy, so make sure you respect it<br />
...a key component that people ignore is stress because we can't always directly control it, however it is a major factor in disrespecting your body<br />
...some stressors are good, like exciting events coming up, but make sure to reduce stress caused by work or school <i>(your body will appreciate it)</i><br />
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RUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8615954696733153558.post-28850032737723042872014-05-04T08:51:00.000-07:002014-05-04T08:51:17.054-07:00Homemade Latte w. Oat Muffins<b><u>Almond Milk Latte</u></b><br />
<b>Ingredients:</b><br />
2 Cups Almond Milk <i>(Original/Plain/Cocoa)</i><br />
2 Mugs of Strong Coffee <i>(1/2 Full)</i><br />
Pinch of Cinnamon/Cocoa<br />
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<b>Instructions:</b><br />
- Warm the almond milk in a pot on the stove or in the microwave.<br />
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- Use a blender or a handheld milk frother to foam the milk.<br />
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- Prepare the coffee, and then pour the almond milk over the coffee <i>(using a spoon to hold the foam in the cup)</i>.<br />
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- After you've poured your desired amount of milk into the coffee, scoop the foam on top of the latte's with the spoon.<br />
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- Add a sprinkle of cinnamon or cocoa on top of the foam.<br />
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<b><u>Oat Muffins</u></b><br />
<b>Ingredients:</b><br />
1 1/4 Cup Rolled Oats<br />
1 1/2 Cup Oat Flour<br />
1/2 Cup Low Fat Yogurt<br />
1/2 Cup Almond Milk<br />
1/2 Cup Brown Sugar<br />
1/3 Cup Apple Sauce <i>(Oil Substitute)</i><br />
2-3 Mashed Bananas<br />
2 Teaspoons Baking Powder<br />
1 Teaspoon Baking Soda<br />
1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract<br />
1 Egg<br />
1/2 Teaspoon Nutmeg<br />
1/2 Teaspoon Salt<br />
1 Teaspoon Cinnamon<br />
1/4 Cup Cacao Nibs <i>(Chocolate Chip Substitute)</i><br />
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<b>Instructions:</b><br />
- Preheat the oven to 350 F.<br />
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- Stir together the oats, yogurt, and milk and leave this to rest for 10 minutes <i>(use a large bowl).</i><br />
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- Stir together the bananas, egg, sugar, vanilla, and applesauce.<br />
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- Mix together the oat flour, salt, spices, baking powder, and baking soda in a medium sized bowl.<br />
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- Add the banana mixture into the oats, yogurt, and milk mixture in the large bowl.<br />
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- Add the oat flour mixture into the large bowl as well and stir well. Once completely mixed add in the cacao nibs.<br />
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- Use an ice cream scoop to scoop the dough easily into a lined muffin tin, and bake for 20 to 25 minutes.<br />
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Enjoy!<br />
RUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8615954696733153558.post-32898575934228297962014-05-03T17:59:00.000-07:002014-05-03T17:59:28.047-07:00Homemade Salsa RecipeHomemade salsa is not only fresher than store bought, but also contains way fewer preservatives. The preservatives in store bought salsa do allow it to have a longer shelf life, however this results in a much higher sodium content than in homemade.<br />
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<b>Ingredients:</b><br />
3 Fresh Tomatoes<br />
1/3 Red Onion <i>(Chopped)</i><br />
Cilantro<br />
Cayenne Pepper<br />
1 Lime <i>(Juiced)</i><br />
2 Garlic Cloves <i>(Minced)</i><br />
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<b>Instructions:</b><br />
- Chop the tomato up into medium sized pieces.<br />
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- Mix the tomato in with the onion, cilantro, and garlic.<br />
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- Squeeze the lime juice over the mixture, and add a pinch or two of cayenne pepper.<br />
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- Place the mixture in a food processor for a few quick pulses to create a chunky salsa, or pulse for a bit longer to make a thinner dip.<br />
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*Feel free to add some processed jalapeƱo pepper into the salsa for a bit of a kick!<br />
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Enjoy!<br />
RUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8615954696733153558.post-84968435519353899622014-05-01T19:21:00.001-07:002014-05-01T19:21:17.569-07:00The Lowdown on Minerals...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8615954696733153558.post-50970831123570058602014-05-01T17:10:00.000-07:002015-05-09T12:00:53.832-07:00Salad Making Guideline!There are countless foods that taste good mixed into a salad that allow you to pack in a ton of nutrition within just one meal. The trick is knowing how to build a salad from the greens all the way to the extra toppings so you can optimize the nutritive value of the meal!<br />
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<b>Start w. Leafy Greens...</b></div>
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...<i>1.5 - 2 Cups</i></div>
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- Arugula</div>
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- Lettuce</div>
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- Mixed Greens</div>
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- Spinach</div>
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<b>Add Protein...</b></div>
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...<i>1 or 2 Servings</i></div>
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- Sliced Boiled Egg</div>
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- Crumbled Feta Cheese/Mozzarella</div>
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- Grated Parmesan Cheese</div>
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- Grilled Chicken/Turkey</div>
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- Salmon/Tuna <i>(Fresh/Canned)</i></div>
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- Black Beans/Kidney Beans</div>
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- Chickpeas</div>
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- Lentils</div>
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<b>Add Veggies...</b></div>
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...<i>2 Tablespoons</i></div>
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- Avocado</div>
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- Chopped Asparagus</div>
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- Sprouts</div>
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- Beets</div>
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- Bell Peppers</div>
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- Broccoli</div>
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- Shredded Carrots</div>
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- Celery</div>
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- Corn</div>
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- Cucumber</div>
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- Peas</div>
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- Tomato</div>
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<b>Add Fruit...</b></div>
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- 1/2 Sliced Apple</div>
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- 1 Teaspoon Cranberries</div>
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- Handful of Grapes</div>
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- 1/2 Sliced Pear</div>
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- Sliced Strawberries</div>
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- Mandarin Chunks</div>
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<b>Additional Toppings...</b></div>
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...<i>1 Tablespoon</i></div>
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- Almonds, Cashews, Pecans, Walnuts<br />
- Pumpkin Seeds, Sunflower Seeds, Sesame Seeds</div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8615954696733153558.post-34604768936891506832014-04-29T11:01:00.000-07:002014-04-29T11:01:04.932-07:00Best & Worst Smoothie Ingredients<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b><u>Best Ingredients -</u></b><br />
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<b>High Protein:</b><br />
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<li>Low Fat Yogurt</li>
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<li>Oats</li>
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<b>Baking Powder (1 Teaspoon)</b> - 1/4 teaspoon baking soda + (1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar) OR (1/2 cup buttermilk...<i>decrease the liquid in the recipe by 1/2 cup</i>) </div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8615954696733153558.post-55422673218545378272014-04-28T14:46:00.000-07:002014-04-28T14:50:14.135-07:00I Hate My Body...?I hate my hair, I hate my nose, I hate my arms, are all things that are said or heard fairly often. The one saying that's really starting to show up is the broader version: <i>I hate my body</i>. People hear or say things like "ugh I hate my legs" with such ease, and in a jokingly light tone...but now that people are easily voicing "I hate my body" it's important that we all learn to take it seriously.<br />
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I believe that a big portion of why people comment negatively about their body is due to how they believe others will perceive them based on what others look like. We see seemingly perfect women and men plastered across billboards and on TV screens in front of us, and then any little flaw we see when we look in the mirror becomes a big deal in comparison to those airbrushed ads. We go and hang out with our friends and know that they have seen these "perfect people" in the media and we think to ourselves that we don't amount to them so we jokingly comment on our perceived flaws. It's almost like we think others will voice our flaws if we don't, so saying them on our own makes us feel better because then we can assure our peers won't be secretly thinking about them. But that's just wrong.<br />
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If it's about thinking you won't have friends if you're not stereotypically beautiful, or if it's about not being able to find a boyfriend or girlfriend because you think they'll see you as ugly, then it's truly an issue of psychological nature.<br />
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On the other hand, if it's others that tell you you're not beautiful then it doesn't actually have anything to do with you at all, it's an issue that the other person has to deal with. It may hurt to hear those negative comments, but you can't let it lower your self-esteem. You just have to remind yourself that it's the other person who has an issue if they think it's okay to say those things to you.<br />
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The beauty in our world is uniqueness. Yes people say it's all about being beautiful on the inside, but let's face it, beauty on the outside is a factor and we all know that. However, it's about the fact that beauty on the outside is not measured by stereotypic beauty portrayed in the media, it's about beauty found within uniqueness.<br />
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You don't have to completely prevent yourself from thinking negative thoughts about your body. It's about being able to recognize what you are thinking, and to actively let the thought go. After the thought passes it's important to concentrate on more positive thoughts. Work on accepting your body without making comparisons.<br />
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We are overly critical of our own bodies mostly due to what we believe we are perceived as. But most of the time others don't see what we see when we're standing up close and over analyzing ourselves in a mirror.<br />
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In the end, everyone is beautiful in their own unique way, and it's one thing for me to say that, but it's important that everyone out there is able to say it about themselves. Let's work together on appreciating not only our own body but also everyone else around us. Let's not jokingly say we hate things about ourselves, because it's important to remember that it really isn't a joke in the end.<br />
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I believe it's important for us to eliminate this saying from our vocabulary...and in the process learn to enjoy fuelling your body with nutritious <i>(and delicious)</i> foods, and getting some exercise with friends and family.</div>
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Learn to love yourself and those around you, on the inside and out.<br />
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RUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8615954696733153558.post-4315315728262263902014-04-28T12:49:00.004-07:002014-04-28T12:51:30.088-07:00Cauliflower Potato Salad<b>Ingredients:</b><br />
1 Head Cauliflower<br />
6 Eggs<br />
3 Celery Stalks <i>(Chopped)</i><br />
1 Cup Peas<br />
1 Bell Pepper <i>(Chopped)</i><br />
1/2 Cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes<br />
1 Cup Greek Yogurt<br />
1 Tablespoon Mustard<br />
Ground Pepper<br />
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- <i>Hard Boiled Eggs:</i> place them in a pot, cover them with one inch of water, bring the water to a gentle boil, remove the pot from the heat, and let the covered pot stand for 8 to 10 minutes.<br />
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RUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8615954696733153558.post-41128280115898883322014-04-28T10:48:00.001-07:002015-05-09T12:02:33.420-07:00Unusual Weight Loss Methods!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b><span style="color: #351c75;">Peppermint:</span> </b>the scent of peppermint can reduce hunger before a meal <i>(lower caloric intake)</i><br />
- brushing your teeth w. mint flavoured toothpaste right after eating tells your brain the meal is done and you'll be less tempted to take another bite of food<br />
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<b><span style="color: #351c75;">Vanilla:</span></b> the scent of vanilla after eating suppresses dessert cravings <i>(light a vanilla candle after eating) </i><br />
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<b>Size:</b> eating off of smaller plates will cause you to serve yourself smaller portions, and often you'll find you're satisfied with these smaller meals</div>
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<b>Temperature:</b> sleeping in a colder room can increase weight loss <i>(revs metabolism)</i></div>
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<b>Pictures:</b> keeping pictures of healthy foods on your fridge and seeing them before snacking can help you stick to the healthy foods when choosing what to munch on</div>
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<b>OCD:</b> studies show that if you keep your desk tidy you'll be more likely to snack healthy<br />
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<b>Snack Whole:</b> eat unprocessed whole foods as much as possible, it requires more energy to break them down and digest therefore you burn more calories when you eat them <i>(vs. refined foods)</i></div>
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