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Enjoy your life, you only have "ONE"! LivingLifeGoldenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03661564440405181008noreply@blogger.comBlogger187125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-330840723669282568.post-39144319842273501132016-02-21T21:13:00.002-06:002016-02-21T21:22:02.471-06:00How I Lost "THE" Pooch (Lower belly fat) How I Lost "THE" Pooch (Lower belly fat)<br />
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If you're fed up with people asking you when the baby is due, maybe it's time to get rid of your lower-belly pooch. That excess fat at the bottom of your tummy doesn't benefit your health or your appearance. As a matter of fact the more the excess fat linger around, as you age it can become associated with heart disease. Excessive belly fat can also lead to lower back pain and poor posture. Flattening your belly will take more than just doing lower-abdominal exercises. These exercises can strengthen your tummy muscles, but won't touch that flabby layer of fat covering them. To say goodbye to that tubby tummy, give your diet and exercise routine a makeover.<br />
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Diet Lifestyle - Consider changing your eating habits to avoid excess caloric intake. Replace those morning doughnuts, or fast food breakfast burger, afternoon treats, late-night munchies and calorie filled alcoholic beverages with healthy, low-calorie foods, such as fruits and vegetables, low-fat or non-fat dairy, whole grains and multi-grains. Reduce your portion size by at least 10 percent and consume monounsaturated fats found in olive oil, avocados, and nuts; according to Dr. Oz, the professor of surgery at Columbia University, these foods combat belly fat. Avoid foods such as cookies, margarine, chips, popcorn, soda, cheese, pizza, cake and crackers because these contain trans fats, which, according to the American Council on Exercise, trigger fat storage in your belly.<br />
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Monitor the amount of complex carbohydrates (cornbread, greens with fatty meats, red beans and rice, sauces, gravies, fatty dressings, sugary foods, sodas and high corn fructose. After 7:45pm my last protein drink of the day, I no longer snacked. Now I eat about 5 meals (instead of 6) and I don't eat a lot. I eat protein and a minimum amount of salad with my 2nd, 3rd and 4th meal. I've been doing this for 4 months now, however I noticed a difference I the first two days. As I was reducing my body fat, while adding muscle mass and losing small amounts of weight, I also began to reduce the amount of water I was drinking. From my gallon a day to now 6 months later to 84 ounces. I immediately began to see development of my core. I counted every 8 ounce of liquid to make sure I didn't exceed 84 ounces I a days time.<br />
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Exercise - Schedule at least 30-45 minutes of cardiovascular exercise on five days of the week to burn calories. Work up a sweat, exercising at a pace that still allows you to have a conversation. Ride a bike, go jogging or use cardio machines in the gym. For optimal caloric burn, increase your workout duration to one hour. Do different things. Every now and thing choose three machine and do 20 minutes on each machine. Find different ways to challenge your body. If your jogging run for 3 minutes, walk 1 minute, then repeat. Stay there for about two weeks, especially if you've never ran before. After about 4-6 weeks, increase the run to 6 minutes and walk 2 minutes and repeat as you did before. Go outside for a long brisk walk. Then walk some run some, walk some, run some. Keep repeating this process. Find ways to challenge yourself. If possible cardio can be done daily, just to turn your metabolism into fat burning machine.<br />
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Strength Training - Lift weights at least three to four times per week, targeting your arms, shoulders, abdominals, legs, hips, chest and back. Strength training stimulates muscle tissue, which boosts your metabolism and burns more calories, that also lead to decreasing your body-fat. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests using a resistance that's challenging enough so that after the last repetition of each set, you can't do another repetition.<br />
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Engaging Lower Body Exercises - Include static presses in your abdominal strengthening routine to target the lower part of your rectus abdominals. Lie face up on the floor, raise your feet to the ceiling and bend your knees 90 degrees. Place your palms on your thighs and suck your tummy in to eliminate the space between your lower back and the floor. Push your hands against your thighs for one second and resist the pressure with your thighs. Don't allow your hands to move your thighs. Complete x30 repetitions and three sets. There's also "old school" 6 inches, lying face up on the floor, hands by your side, while driving lower back into the floor, lift and hold feet 6 inches off the floor, counting 30 seconds each time, rest 5 seconds. Repeat x30.<br />
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Then there's the exercises lying face up on the floor, arms to the side, feet up in the air, then lift head and shoulders off the floor being hands up to reach as far toward your toes without being your toes past your waist. Repeat x30. Wall Sit. Sit in 60 seconds increments with a 5 second break repeat x10. Bridges with alternating leg extended in air, counting for 30 seconds each leg, repeat x10. Work your lower abdominals with reverse crunches. Lie on your back with your arms at your sides. Bend your knees and bring them directly over your hips. Curl your pelvis up toward your ribs so your tailbone lifts off the floor. Avoid swinging your legs and using momentum -- only use your lower abdominals with flexed feet to create the motion. Pause one second before lowering your tailbone to the floor. Complete three sets of x30 reverse crunches.<br />
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Stretching is just as important as the lower core exercises. Stretch your hip flexors. Sometimes, tight hip flexors can tilt your pelvis forward and increase the arch in your back, resulting in a belly pooch. Step forward with your right foot and lower down as if you're doing a lunge. Place your left knee on the floor and tighten your tush, pushing it slightly forward so you feel a stretch in your hips. Extend your left arm to the ceiling and lean to your right to emphasize the stretch in your hips.<br />
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Hold this position for 30 seconds and repeat it three times before switching legs. Repeat x10LivingLifeGoldenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03661564440405181008noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-330840723669282568.post-364385774986105822016-02-13T18:02:00.001-06:002016-02-13T18:02:18.473-06:00MotivationTHE AMAZING THING CAN HAPPEN WHEN YOU SHIFT YOUR PERSPECTIVE AND THE "GOAL" IS WHAT MOtIVATES YOU!!!LivingLifeGoldenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03661564440405181008noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-330840723669282568.post-65717293001806590722016-02-13T17:56:00.001-06:002016-02-13T17:56:13.157-06:00Ridding the Guilt to Make Gains Pt.1Fear of falling on your fitness journey will only lead poor results. I want to share with you my thoughts on ways to rethink your motivation so you never want to skip a workout - but couldn't care less even if you do.<br />
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Has your workout routine become a chore that you need to check off your "to-do" list? Do your force yourself into the gym for fear of gaining weight or missing your daily chat with your walking buddy as you leisurely walk on the treadmill....for an hour or it a consequence of punishment you choose because you dranked too much or ate the wrong food choices?<br />
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After reading the above statements, does any of it sounds familiar? Now may be a good time to rethink your relationship with fitness. Remember what you're doing is for yourself because exercise is one of the truest forms self-love. Taking care of yourself. Watching how you care for your self and what you're putting in your body will show up through aging process.<br />
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Negative pressure due to fear of failure will only motivate you temporarily and most like will cause you to rebel against your fitness goals. That's "fitness goal". Having a goal beyond just losing weight is always a great motivator for success. Example: to have better posture, stronger bones, great stamina and endurance or sculpt body. Your motivation is much more likely to last if it comes from a positive place.<br />
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In exercising we work to care of our bodies and our minds, to live long and healthy lives. Yes we want to all look physically great and looking great makes us feel great. (Though it should be the other way around.) when this becomes our sole focus of our fitness goals we tend to sabotage ourselves with negative thoughts, like we're not reaching our weight goals fast enough, my clothes still don't fit right or yeah I can skip exercising its not working anyways. We definitely don't want our thoughts to hinder us from why we originally started exercising. We must always remember it reward ourselves along way and never see bodies in a negative way.LivingLifeGoldenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03661564440405181008noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-330840723669282568.post-3018219129805956662016-01-26T19:06:00.002-06:002016-01-26T19:06:16.571-06:00“Your life mission is not your decision but instead your discovery.”<br />
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Excerpt From: Evelyn D. Watkins. “Your Next Chapter.”LivingLifeGoldenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03661564440405181008noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-330840723669282568.post-77188368092120039132016-01-24T22:42:00.001-06:002016-01-24T22:46:39.775-06:00Resisting Sugar CravingResisting Sugar Cravings<br />
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While excusing yourself from sugary celebrations is no fun, neither is dealing with a post-sugar-binge hangover. And on top of it, the more sugar you eat, the more you crave — it can take a days, weeks even months to get over an addiction to refined sugar once you start. Not only that, studies have shown that eating too much refined sugar can speed up your body's aging process. Sidebar: You can reverse the aging process. If you know you can't resist sweet temptations, read on to learn nutritionist-approved strategies that will keep you to get on the right track.<br />
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Choose wisely: If you're going to indulge, go for seasonal sweets that you know you can't get when it's not the holidays. "However, You can have chocolate any time of the year." Go for a seasonal dessert you crave all year, like a treat from an ice cream truck in the Summer or pumpkin pie in the Fall. Just remember that just because these treats are only available for a limited time doesn't mean you should go overboard. Practice portion control by having a plan, Like the three bite rule.<br />
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Think positive: Set yourself up for success by telling yourself that you got this. "Words are powerful." (Biblically speaking "our words create our world around us.") If you think resisting sugar is going to be hard, it will be hard. Change that negative self-talk if you are going to take control of your diet and your health. Believe you can do this!<br />
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Not being hungry is key: Wow, that's easier said than done. How many time have you started out to make a change in something or break a habit, then found yourself wanting it more and more. Don't want to chow down on the entire candy bowl? Set yourself up for success by eating a balanced meal or snack every two and a half to three hours. I recommends three protein-rich meals and two protein-rich snacks every day to help you resist cravings. "I usually pack my lunch and snacks each day, everywhere i go, so I don't give into the temptation that is all around me."<br />
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Know that cravings might be something else: Before you reach for that peanut butter cup, think about what you really need. "People mistake thirst for hunger or craving." "That dip in energy that sends you hunting for a snack is often just a sign of dehydration. So hydrate and hydrate and drink water, water, water." A favorite for me is to spruce up my water by way of "spa water" — water infused with your favorite fruits — to hit sugar cravings the natural way. There's also a fruit flavored water sold in HEB and SAMs stores, with no sugar added, and 0 calories. If you are craving a treat, opt for a small piece of dark chocolate or a single-serving yogurt that comes with sweet mix-ins like chocolate.<br />
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Don't dwell: Tried your best, but couldn't resist the siren song of holiday treats? Don't beat yourself up about it. "Forgive yourself and get back on track." "Forgiving and being kind to others (as well as yourself!) boosts self-esteem and gratitude for what you have (thus combating the negative self-talk that can send you running for the cookie jar) and gives you the same endorphin rush as sugar." Afterward, make sure your next meal is only when you are hungry. Exercise is also an important key. Go for a long walk or exercise. Go to bed early, get plenty of rest, to not have late night cravings that can only sabotage your goal. Make a "Resolve to eat healthier at your next meal, then load up on plenty of fiber-rich foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains. Be sure to also include lean sources of protein, which help to keep you satisfied."<br />
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LivingLifeGoldenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03661564440405181008noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-330840723669282568.post-65992748702367070832016-01-23T22:35:00.001-06:002016-01-23T22:35:14.406-06:00
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Set exact times that you will be exercising throughout the day, lock these times in your weekly calendar, try and exercise with a friend or friends so you hold each other accountable, rain, hail or shine. However, if working out with a friend is distracting, then either hire a trainer or work out solo. When the alarms sounds at six o'clock, when it's pitch black and cold out, you're a lot more likely to press snooze a few times and stay in your warm bed if you don't have a regular exercise schedule that includes a variety of types of workouts. Always plan your workout plan ahead of times so that you don't waste time wondering what to do when you get there. </div>
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The key is to use high-fibre vegetables, some fruit and healthy fats from avocado, almonds etc. If you put a few of these healthy food sources into your body before a party, then you will have stronger will power when the potato chips and candy is being passed around. I always pre-plan what I'm going to eat and daily I prepare my meals so in never guessing nor do I ever eat garbage. </div>
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LivingLifeGoldenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03661564440405181008noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-330840723669282568.post-4109834919042668402016-01-22T19:12:00.001-06:002016-01-22T19:12:20.519-06:0018 Ways to Speed up Your Metabolism 18 Ways to Boost Your Metabolism Without Exercising<br />
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Are you trying to shed some pounds before the start of summer, a big 40th, 40th or 50th birthday party...you get the idea, or some other important event? Or are you happy with where you’re at and just want to maintain your healthy body?<br />
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Your metabolism could be your worst enemy! Choosing the wrong foods and activities could be sabotaging your hard-earned progress and standing in the way of you reaching your goals. Makes you wonder, Is it really possible?<br />
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However, you’re in luck! This guide gives you everything you need to know to transform your body into a calorie-burning machine, all without alternating your exercise routine.<br />
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1.) Sipping on Pure Green Tea: Green tea contains the antioxidant catechin which raises resting metabolism by about 4%. That means you’ll be burning about 80 more calories per day without making any other changes, even while you sleep. Catechins, the major component of green tea extract, have various physiologic effects. There are few studies, however, on the effects of catechins on body fat reduction in humans.<br />
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2.) Down That Yogurt: The high amounts of calcium found in dairy products aren’t only good for your bones, they also kick up your metabolism. Tell your body to start shedding fat by making sure you’re getting three servings of dairy per day.<br />
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3.) Kick Up the Spice: Adding in favor-packed spices like cayenne to your recipes will not only kick up your food’s taste, but also your body’s temperature. This in turn gets your metabolism moving at full blast without adding huge amounts of calories to your meal.<br />
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4.) Load Up on Protein: Lean protein sources like chicken, turkey or fish require more energy for your body to digest than less-filling pastas and processed foods. Make quality proteins a focus of each meal. When you can’t find time to cook, turn to a quick and cheap alternative like a protein shake or albacore prepackaged or personal can tuna.<br />
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5.) Don’t Forget the Nuts: Nuts such as pecans and walnuts are great sources for magnesium which has been shown to boost metabolism. They’re also very dense in calories, so enjoy in small quantities.<br />
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6.) Use an All-Natural Supplement: Raspberry Keytone or Green Tea Natural supplements contains Forskolin, a root extract which was recently discovered to have incredible weight loss benefits. Block fat, which in turn build lean muscle mass, and turn your body into a calorie-burning machine. It also acts as an appetite suppressant and even works without diet or exercise.<br />
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7.) Get Rid of Stress: It doesn’t just ruin your day – stress also triggers a rise in your cortisol levels which prevents your body from burning fat. During stressful moments, try and find a few moments to yourself to do some deep breathing and calm yourself.<br />
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8.) Have a Bedtime Snack (2 hours before laying down): Sounds strange, right? But having a low-calorie treat before going to sleep helps to regulate your blood sugar levels and keep them from crashing. Low blood sugar eats away at lean muscle, which in turn slows your metabolism.<br />
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9.) Always Eat Your Breakfast: You’ve been fasting all night, and the first thing your body needs to get your metabolism going in the morning is food and a full 8 ounce glass of water. Eat within an hour of getting out of bed or your body will start to retain fat in an attempt to conserve energy.<br />
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10.) Eat Whole/Multi Grains: Foods high in grains take up more room in your stomach and generally make you do more work to chew. Keep your metabolic fire burning by eating a diet rich in foods like brown rice, oatmeal, quinoa, and whole wheat bread.<br />
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11.) Eat Your Fruits and Veggies: Chewing burns calories and gets your metabolism going, so turn to something nutritious with a crunch like whole apples.how to boost metabolism.<br />
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12.) Choose Sweet Potatoes: They’re not just tasty. Sweet potatoes are high in vitamins, anti-inflammatories, and adiponectin, a hormone which regulates your blood sugar and has a positive effect on metabolism.<br />
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13.) Don’t Skip Meals: While lowering the amount you eat everyday will help you shed those pounds, skipping meals is a dangerous decision. This could trick your body into thinking you’re starving, sending it into conservation mode. Keep your metabolism humming and those calories burning by eating 4 to 6 small, healthy meals a day (depending the amount of hours you're awake).<br />
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14.) Add Cinnamon: Toss in just a bit of cinnamon with your oatmeal, whole wheat toast, morning coffee or sprinkle a teaspoon over some roasted nuts to begin your day with a boosted metabolism.<br />
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15.) Choose Dark Chocolate: Boosting your metabolism is among the many health benefits of the super food dark chocolate. That’s because it contains caffeine as well as the antioxidant catechin. Just don’t go overboard!how to boost your metabolism.<br />
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16.) Drink More Water: Whether you’re trying to learn how to boost your metabolism or not, most of us are not drinking enough water. Make sure you’re getting 8 glasses, or about 64 ounces, per day to keep the fat burning.<br />
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17.) Get Plenty of Sleep: You probably know from experience that not getting enough sleep makes it harder to concentrate during work or school, but it’s hurting you in other ways as well. Studies have shown that weight gain and not getting enough sleep are linked. Aim for 7 to 8 hours per night. I know people who say I don't need that much sleep, but I do. If my day is long and I have night classes I often time take a 15 minute.<br />
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18.) Avoid Processed Carbs: These empty calories not only leave you feeling hungry again soon after, but also send signals to your body to start storing fat. If you decide to have some chips or candy pair it with something spicy to keep your metabolism in fat burning mode.<br />
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Those don’t sound so hard, do they? After all, who could argue with more chocolate or more sleep? And remember, if you really want to kick things up by reducing belly fat and adding lean muscle.LivingLifeGoldenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03661564440405181008noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-330840723669282568.post-68651221981718762352014-08-13T11:10:00.002-05:002014-08-13T11:10:13.430-05:00A Sample of my day and eating lifestyle! Angel'a M Jones amjones@livinglifegolden.com www.livinglifegolden.com <br />
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Angel'a Me being real with nutrition, exercise and certain foods, showing my lifestyle change with dieting tips.<br />
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Below is a copy of a eating what I follow that's been tweeted from two years ago, because my lifestyle has changed....not just my life style, my life has also changed.<br />
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6:30 am - <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Wake Up <br />
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Nutrition Key Factor - Start your day with 16oz. of water before breakfast and you'll cut your calorie intake by 13 percent. Putting Ice in your water ad you may burn an extra 500 calories a week. Thats a whooping 7 1/2 pounds within one year!<br />
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Also, recommendations enjoying low-sugar fruit like grapefruit at breakfast. In study, those who ate grapefruit before meals lost five times more weight than those who skipped the fruit. Research show there is a compound that switches on the body's fat burning genes.<br />
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7:45 am - <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Pre Workout Protein Shake & Supplements <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span><br />
Whey Protein Drink (on an empty stomach 6 – 8 oz. water with 1 scoop protein mix); included in Protein drink is 1 teaspoon of Creatine – (powder form in its purest form); BCAA (4 on Training Days -2 on Non-Training Days); 200 mg Caffeine (I don’t drink coffee or tea with caffeine, therefore take a caffeine tablet that’s have the appropriate dosage), 1 piece of Fruit (I usually have a date or fig, something very small), this is for the liver.<br />
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Nutrition Key Factor - the breakfast carbs vary from toast to 1 protein muffin or 1 protein pancake. "Eat more protein" to fast track slimming. To get the right bang for your buck, you need to eat protein in the right, balanced way. Proteins are made up of amino acids, which are essential to life. They're essential for muscle growth. Its' That's crucial when it comes to dropping pounds since muscle keeps metabolism at its calorie burning peak. Plus, protein stabilizes blood sugar to prevent spikes in fat-storing insulin and stimulates the production of appetite-dampening hormones in the belly.<br />
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The More the Better - NOT!!! - this has lead to focus on protein heavenly, pushing us to high intakes of protein that can backfire. "Super-high protein diets tend to be very low in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and other life-supporting foods that can help us stay energized and unhealthy.<br />
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8:30 am - <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Breakfast & Post Workout Snack & Supplements<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span><br />
4 egg whites mushrooms, spinach and peppers, 1 slice Ezekiel Bread toast with low calorie, low sugar all fruit peach preserve; or 3 oz tuna in lettuce leaf; 1 piece of fruit or Liquid Colloidal Vitamins and Minerals; 1 - 600mg Calcium; 1 -Vitamin E 400-800mg; 1- Omega 3-Fish Oil 2 – 3g; Green Tea-Decaf (standardized for at least 30% EGCG)<br />
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Nutrition Key Factor - is pairing protein -rich foods with vegetables or other complex carbs is an easy way that ensures you're getting about 30 percent of your calories rom protein each day. This is also an amount proven to boost the overall weight loss by 55 percent and target belly fat fast. Researchers have concluded that 84 percent of the weight they lost was in the form of fat.<br />
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10:45 am - <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Mid Morning Snack<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span><br />
3oz chicken, then I eat 9 walnuts<br />
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1:00 pm- <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Lunch <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span><br />
For lunch I only eat energy foods; I’m busy and I don’t want to consume a meal that makes me sluggish or fatigued.) I eat ½ cup homemade non-fat pudding (recipe below) with 2 tablespoons plain non-fat greek yogurt and ¼ cup fresh/frozen fruit, 1 small snack bag of granola stuff (recipe below), 1 medium apple, 1 - Omega 3-Fish Oil 2 – 3g<br />
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Nutrition Key Factor - Meal Ideas: Purchase 6 - 12 Mason Jars and prepare for meal containers. Take a container and make your favorite smoothie (adding more fruits and/or vegetables) to make it thicker than normal, almost like ice cream) and set in freezer until preparations are completed). Slice up favorite fruit and set aside about 3 cups then choose 2 cups of favorite (sugar free, low calorie, low carbohydrate) grains/cereal, 1 cup of favorite nut (chopped), 1 cup of flaxseed (optional). Take tops off all jars and line jars up on counter. Place two-three tablespoons of fresh fruit at the bottom of each glass. Remove smoothie mixture from freezer or refrigerator, begin to pour 1/2-3/4 cup into each jar on top of fresh fruit. After each glass is filled, place two-three tablespoons of cereal mixture in each jar. Now for the finishing touches add your jars, which is the nuts and seeds. Cover each jar with its lid. You can easily grab a smoothie for lunch, snack or even dinner. Each jar should be between 350-500 calories.<br />
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4:30 pm - <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Mid Afternoon Snack<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>3oz chicken, ½ cup fresh fruit (if I don’t put Walnuts inside my Granola Stuff mixture then I eat 9 walnuts)<br />
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6:30 pm-<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Dinner <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>5oz meat, 1 cup green vegetable, 1 cup colorful vegetable, 1 medium apple<br />
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8:30 pm <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Pre-Bedtime Snack<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> Whey Protein Drink<br />
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Nutritional Key Factor - hiding produce in soups, omelets and sauces is a smart strategy. Shredding onions, garlic, carrots and zucchini, then sauté in a touch of olive oil, add low-sugar marinara sauce and heat through; serve with pasta. Such tricks have been shown to help dieters cut 360 calories a day. <br />
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Nutritional Key Factor - (1) Turn off cravings and fire up fat burn - During this two-week phase people are retraining their brains and bodies to enjoy healthy foods. You'll have protein at every meal and snack, which is revving up your metabolism and suppressing hunger hormones. (2) Sidestep Protein Overload - At each meal (and one snack), enjoy one of the protein sources suggested for slimming. medium egg or 3 cups of 1 1/2 cup of egg white; 3 oz {(of lean protein) your choice}; 1 tablespoon of nut butter (about the size of a golf ball) with 1 slice toasted multi-grain bread; 1 cup of low fat yogurt or milk, 1 handful of nut or 1/2 to 3/4 cup of beans. 6oz. Of tofu; 3-4 oz. of lean meat, poultry or fish;<br />
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Breakfast - Egg-white omelet made with 3 egg white, mushrooms, spinach and peppers; 1 slice whole-wheat toast.<br />
A cup of raw, no sugar, low cholesterol cereal, 1/2 cup low fat milk, 1/2 piece of fruit.<br />
Lunch - Tuna-bean salad with 2 oz. tuna, olives and 1/2 cup each white beans, tomatoes and green beans with lettuce. Take a slice of lean meat, lay a piece of thinly small slice of cheese (about the size of a small pinky finger, I thinly sliced jalapeña.<br />
About 3 of these can be used as source of protein. Snack - 1 sliced green or red apple with 1 tbs. peanut butter. Served with celery sticks on the side.<br />
Another suggestion Tuna salad sandwich (made with spicy yellow mustard instead of mayonnaise), 100 calorie multi-grain bread (toasted, if choose), small salad, sugar free pudding.<br />
Dinner - 3 oz. Sliced cooked turkey with 1/2 cup mashed sweet potatoes and a side of steamed Brussels sprouts.<br />
Could substitute for any green beans or leafy vegetable.<br />
Enjoy Smart Carbs - Each day, eat unlimited non starchy vegetables; 2 servings of fat burning fruits such as apples, grape fruits and berries. 1 serving of healthy fat such as 1 tbs. of olive oil, grape seed oil, sesame seed or coconut oil. 1 servings of whole grains or multi grains like 1/2 cup of cereal, 1 slice of bread, or 5-6 crackers and a high density of vegetables like 1/2 cup of corn, green peas or beans, lentils, edamame beans, or a small butter-free sweet potato (about the size of a young girl fist).<br />
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Mix it up to keep your metabolism going. You'll continue the pattern of incorporating a protein source at every meal and snack and you can now add additional serving both whole-grain or multi-grain carbs and healthy fats, plus an extra snack a day. You can now broaden your fruit choices by including bananas, plums, citrus fruits, grapes and melon.<br />
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Increasing your food allowances will keep metabolism of its peak by preventing the shift into "energy conservation" mode that can occur as weight drops off.<br />
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The right diet will make you never want to get off, it becomes a lifestyle. That's what I encourage.<br />
Wow, weight loss is just the beginning.....when you're getting the right amount of protein without going overboard, your energy levels will soar and fat will begin to start falling off. Beside that studies show you'll be healthier and happier and a Joy to be around.<br />
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Other confidence boosters- heart disease risk down by 30%!, stroke risk down by 31%, diabetes risk down by 50%, colon cancer risk down by 65%, mood and energy up by 20% and brain power up by 95%!!!!LivingLifeGoldenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03661564440405181008noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-330840723669282568.post-52162569605795599382014-07-30T16:33:00.000-05:002014-07-30T16:36:16.406-05:00"Why its Important "NOT to Skip Meals" <b>"Why its Important "NOT to Skip Meals" </b><br />
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It's very rare in this day and time to have not ever missed a meal. However, there are some people who skip/miss meals regularly. Some purposely skip/miss meals thinking that if they eat fewer meal, they'll take in fewer calories and lose weight..while there are others who simply don't have food available or no time to eat when they're hungry. While missing a meal on occasion is not so bad, doing it regularly does have detrimental health effects.<br />
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1) <b>Binge Eating</b><br />
According to National Institute of Health, skipping a meal is likely to make you feel hungrier when it come times to eat, which means you could eat twice as much.<br />
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Skipping breakfast, in particular has been associated with obesity and type two diabetes in several scientific studies.<br />
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Eating a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean meats helps not only to ensure that your body functions properly. When eating the proper nutrients throughout the day can also help prevent a number of serious conditions, such as cardiovascular diseases, strokes, and types of cancer. Taking multivitamins as a substitute for eating properly will aid in healthy living.<br />
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2) <b>Steals Your Energy </b><br />
An article written several years back indicated "skipping meals may be associate with lower energy or motivation levels. Sometimes overeating does the same, but missing meals have a longer term effect of unhealthiness. Studies show that subjects who skipped lunch or dinner most often burned fewer overall calories and spend less time exercising than subjects who rarely skipped those meals. Then there are the detriments of not eating all day and only eating dinner as late as 10pm, run the risk of all sorts of negative effects on your health, such as diabetes, high/low blood pressure, high/bad cholesterol and or slow blood flow.<br />
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When that person does eat (regardless of how late) their body has to try and process all the food and distribute to necessary places, which affects your level of glucose. The consequences of skipping meals can includes a mentioned diabetes, inadequate nutrition, and drastically altering the way your body digests food.<br />
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3) <b>Distorted Concentration</b><br />
One of the most important reasons for unhealthy eating habits is due to the affect this has on your blood sugar, Glucose, which your body obtains by breaking down nutrients in the food you eat, is the primary source of energy for your brain and central nervous system. Some food store as fat, while other parts or it enter your blood stream as sugar, ad work to provide energy throughout the day. This can reek havoc on your glucose.<br />
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When you fast for several hours, the supply of glucose to your brain dwindles. This can impair your focus, concentration, memory and mood. People who eat breakfast have a tendency to perform better, be more alert and have more energy for strenuous activities.<br />
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Research show that skipping meals regularly can have health consequences that range from mild to severe, especially if done for an extended period of time. Fatigue, dizziness or fainting are amongst the groups of mild consequences that a person can have; in the long detriment of things could be anemia, bone loss, thyroid function impairment, decreased immunity and worse, dental health.<br />
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4) <b>Loss of Energy</b><br />
Calories are measured as a source of energy--the more calories you take in, the more energy your body is able to produce, (however it does not mean to eat more than necessary for your physical level).<br />
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Skipping meals could mean your body may not have enough to perform its daily functions. The body may start taking energy source stored as glucose from your tissues, which can cause you to feel tired and lethargic. It simply clouds your thinking.<br />
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<b>5) Your Metabolism Drops</b><br />
Your body metabolism is the rate at which you burn calories for daily life functions. The faster your metabolism is, the faster you burn off foods you eat, which helps you maintain a healthy weight. Think of your metabolism like burning a fire, the more wood you consistently add to the fire it will continue to burn, which means consistent warmth. If you stop adding wood the fire it will eventually burn out, cause temperature fluctuations. I use the metaphor to compare it to your metabolism. If you keep it burning by consistently eating up to 6 small meals a day, it reduces your body's ability to burn calories.<br />
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<b>Tip</b>: <u><i>Gaining fat and becoming unhealthy is what happens to your body when you don't eat. Your body will actually begin to hold on to fat when you do actually eat because it's not sure when it will get more food. You are also depriving your body of the nutrients that it needs. You may have the illusion that you are losing more weight in the long run, but you are actually gaining more weight because your body fat percentage actually increases.</i></u><br />
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<br />LivingLifeGoldenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03661564440405181008noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-330840723669282568.post-9422815509331510042014-07-14T08:34:00.004-05:002014-07-14T08:34:28.900-05:00Fruits are Not The Bad Guy's<br />
People trying to lose weight often banish bananas, berries and other fruit so from their daily diet because they're loaded with carbohydrates and sugar. But a new review show that eating a lot naturally sweet produce is actually connected to lower body weight. "You can have as many apples and berries as you want -- even if you're on a diet", says new research studies. In fact haven't found evidence that fruit does anything but promote healthy blood pressure, cholesterol, obesity and heart disease.LivingLifeGoldenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03661564440405181008noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-330840723669282568.post-34104446783209248512014-05-24T18:00:00.000-05:002014-05-24T18:00:27.985-05:00What does it mean to eat natural? <div class="s4">
<span class="s3" style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); direction: rtl;">A while ago, i did a piece on "What is NOT in Whole Food, such as:</span></div>
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<span class="s3" style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); direction: rtl;">I read an article a while after writing that blog on organic foods. The article was questioning the nutritional advantages of eating organic. It may a some facts in the statement that organic foods are't any more nutritious than non-organic foods. That would be an individual decision. However, there are other benefits you may find just as rewarding. Some of the comments will piggy back off what i wrote, others will give you more insight.</span></div>
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<span class="s3" style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); direction: rtl;">No Pesticides- It was found that organic foods contained substantially lower levels of pesticides. The is a highly valuable benefit, considering that pesticides are considered to be connected to many diseases, cancers, kill cells, and infertility. The chemical contact from the pesticides are believed to have also proved that exposure to pesticides is reduced by approximately 90% when eating organic.</span></div>
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<span class="s3" style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); direction: rtl;">No GMO's - My questions is "why modify foods? Well, most GMO's have been modified to withstand higher doses of some type of pesticide Studies show that 90% of non-organic foods contain GMO material. On the other hand organic foods forbid any use of GMO's.</span></div>
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<span class="s3" style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); direction: rtl;">No Antibiotics - Antibiotics have been prevalent in farming to accelerate the growth process (meats on steroids; makes meats fatter) have been taking the lives of thousands of Americans. 80% of the antibiotics used in the U.S. go to feed livestock, in order to fatten them up quicker. If antibiotics can be fatal to animals, just imagine what it can do to humans. Can these same antibiotics make humans fat? of course, they can. Organic farmers are also required to feed their animals food not containing GMO's, and to give them room to roam around. That why they're called "cage free".</span></div>
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<span class="s3" style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); direction: rtl;">They don't eat human sewage. Non-organic farmers are not allowed to use human sewage from municipal water treatment plants and fields, it's illegal. Organic certification banned the use of sewage in their fields.</span></div>
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<span class="s3" style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); direction: rtl;">No scary additives. Processed foods usually have additives in them that have been tested for health side-effects, using Americans as human guinea pigs for experimentation purposes. Some has been determined to cause brain cell damage!</span></div>
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<span class="s3" style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); direction: rtl;">Now ask yourself, are the benefits enough for you to determine if the "cost" a major factor in eating organic.</span></div>
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LivingLifeGoldenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03661564440405181008noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-330840723669282568.post-32806163291607009952014-05-14T13:39:00.002-05:002014-05-14T13:39:15.571-05:00Achieving Total Life Balance <div class="s3">
<span class="s4" style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); direction: rtl;">Achieving the ability to master body balance techniques may help you build emotional strength. Determining where you stand emotionally may help you master body balance techniques.</span></div>
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<span class="s4" style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); direction: rtl;">Many of us take for granite, the importance of being and finding your center in your own life. I've been told on a number of occasions how centered I am and how that person wish they cold be centered. It is a task because of how busy i am, I still master to not allow my world to be turned upside down. It's a balancing act that can be grueling. Achieving physical prowess takes hours of practice, and looking inward to access your true emotions can be exhausting. Both are totally worth the effort. Muscles hold you tall. Self-esteem hold you tall and confidante.</span></div>
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<span class="s4" style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); direction: rtl;">For a beginner, developing body balance skills requires great devotion and patience. Take your time. Don't get frustrated with yourself. Be patient with your new found skills as you allow them time to develop. It's a personal journey (not a competition) that brings clarity, flexibility and a new level of found confidence. The reward is a steady body and calm mind. Sometimes life can be so busy and our thoughts can become so cluttered until we feel overwhelmed. You must take time to achieve total balance. You owe it to yourself.</span></div>
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LivingLifeGoldenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03661564440405181008noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-330840723669282568.post-27501634160655362672014-05-02T14:55:00.001-05:002014-05-02T15:20:41.657-05:00Power to the DreamerPower to the Dreamer.<br />
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Set you sights.<br />
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Tap in.<br />
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Get charged.<br />
Sweat a little.<br />
Sweat a lot.<br />
Sweat longer. <br />
Be confident.<br />
Be confidante.<br />
Stay calm.<br />
Have dessert.<br />
Be sweet.<br />
Be tenacious.<br />
Be persistent.<br />
Expect resistance.<br />
Focus.<br />
Stay focus.<br />
Burn.<br />
Breathe.<br />
Burn more.<br />
Burn longer. <br />
Get moving.<br />
Keep a steady pace.<br />
Stay the course.<br />
Keep running.<br />
Don't stop.<br />
You're almost there. <br />
You're so close.<br />
Keep chasing your dream(s)!<br />
Don't give up.<br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">"Power to the Dreamer"!!!</span><br />
<br />LivingLifeGoldenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03661564440405181008noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-330840723669282568.post-59379074348156809962014-04-24T16:06:00.000-05:002014-04-24T16:08:19.370-05:00 Why I Choose Crisco Butter Flavor All-Vegetable Shortening instead of Butter in my Chocolate Chip Cookie Squares dipped in Dark Chocolate <!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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<span style="font-size: small;">My Chocolate Chip Cookie Squared
Dipped in Dark Chocolate are <i><u> (Gluten-Free, Soy Free, Dairy
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<span style="font-size: small;">Recently I took my cookies to a
potential partner whom I wanted to carry my cookies. By the way they loved the
cookies, however they posed a question. Read On.....</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">I was asked by the "Food
Buyer" why I didn't use butter instead of Crisco Butter Flavor
All-Vegetable Shortening in my cookies? I loved the challenge the question presented... </span></div>
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My response went something like
this (paraphrased): If I used butter, it would compromise my integrity and the
integrity of the cookie. I then begin to also give him the comparison of why I
choose this ingredient for my cookies. CBFAVS adds buttery, rich flavor to my
food, naturally and artificially flavored (<i>the taste of real butter</i>) it
offers 50% less saturated fat than butter and 0g of trans fats per serving.
CBFAVS has Polyunsaturated Fat 6g, Monounsaturated Fat 2.5g, Cholesterol 0mg
0%, Sodium 0mg 0%, Carbohydrates 0mg 0%, Sodium 0mg 0%, Protein 0mg 0%, Vitamin
A and E are also prevalent. Also excellent source of ALA Omega-3 fatty acid. </div>
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Butter is typically made from
cow's milk and consist mostly butterfats. Butter is generally about 80% fat,
with the remaining 20% consisting of water and milk solids. Unsalted butters
insures that you can control the amount salt you add to your cookies, cakes,
fudge and other sweet treats. Different brands add different amounts of salt.
Salt is a preservative. Salted butter has a longer shelf life than unsalted,
which means unsalted butter is typically fresher. Salt can also mask flavors! Butter isn't a significant source
of trans fats, however shortening has 0mg0 trans fat, as mentioned earlier.
This is also considered as the worst fat type of fat because it not only
increase the levels of LDL, or bad cholesterol, but they also can decrease your
HDL, or good cholesterol.
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While using fat in your baked goods
helps them to stay moist which is ultimately important, the type of fat you use
is just as important, because they both affect the nutritional facts and the
texture of the finished product. </div>
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Shortening is a solid fat derived
from plants that undergo a process known as hydrogenation that changes the
chemical composition and allows a normally liquid oil to remain solid.
Shortening is used in many purposes of cooking, and is especially good in
baking. Shortening is a little bit higher
in total fat, when consuming a tablespoon (13g) over butter (11.4g), when
following a 2,000-calorie diet. While shortening is higher in total fat, butter
contains more saturated fat since it comes from animals and shortening is
usually made from plant oils, butter contains more saturated since it comes
from animals and shortening is usually
made from plant oils. Saturated fat is known as the <i>"bad fats"</i>,
since it can inflate the cholesterol levels, which raises your risk of heart
disease. <u>Saturated fat should not be more than 10 percent of your daily
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In baking, shortening is good when
used to make pastries, pie crusts and biscuits to make them flaky. It is also
used in frying or deep-frying as a liquid. </div>
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<i><u>Consuming too much fat
increases your risk of obesity and obesity-related health conditions like heart
disease and Type 2 diabetes, so aim to keep your total fat consumption at no
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So overall, for certain desserts I
use a variety of oils, however in this instance I choose shortening. Also I would
like to say, our Chocolate Chip Cookie Squares<u><i> (Gluten-Free, Soy Free, Dairy
Free, Casein Free, <1 and="" cholesterol="" free="" i="" nut="" peanut="" sodium="" tree=""><!--1--><!--1--></1></i></u> will be sold in one of the nation<span style="font-family: "Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif";">’</span>s largest high end grocery stores. </div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"></span><br />LivingLifeGoldenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03661564440405181008noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-330840723669282568.post-47205732493821466152014-04-18T13:27:00.001-05:002014-04-18T13:27:28.692-05:00Our Chocolate PartnershipThe Bark of Joy Candy Co. started with a simple premise: to take an already healthy product and make it taste even healthier and tasty. Then what I thought would be only one simple candy was born a whole company and a vast of other delicious petite sweet treats. I also wanted to have fun while doing it.<br />
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It all starts with chocolate. Every thing we do has chocolate. It's ALL centered around the chocolate. Its the theme of the Party....Always!<br />
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I needed to find a partner who was not only providing the world's finest chocolate, but was also committed to the manufacturing specifics and ethical standards that I hold dear. I was blessed and favored to find a partner whose passion for providing premium chocolate is exemplified in everything we do. The character and integrity of the company is just as important a the product itself.<br />
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To start, our chocolate producers work directly with the people who grow the cacao beans that are vital to production of fine chocolate. They invested time, money and energy into partnering with these growers. I've invested time, money and energy as well in selecting a partner that I trust to be true to me as well. The return is beneficial and mutual for all parties.<br />
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While the beans are the most important part, what happens after the beans are picked helps define the final product. Fine chocolate making is a recipe that require equal parts of art and science. Each growing season, cacao beans will exhibit different qualities-some things are beyond our control, Mother Nature. Our fine chocolate makers, through over 50 years of experience, take these beans and ferment and roast to specification, based upon the characteristics of the beans, not trying to force a flavor that the beans is incapable of offering. Through their artisanal methods have been honed over several generations, and they are backed by state-of-the-art testing and manufacturing processes.<br />
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LivingLifeGoldenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03661564440405181008noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-330840723669282568.post-2701970950845849422014-04-18T12:51:00.004-05:002014-04-18T12:52:16.773-05:00Notes on Ingredients Using the best-quality ingredients possible is an important first step in making a great dessert. Here are my notes on some of the most frequently used ingredients in the recipes that I prepare.<br />
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Armagnac. This brandy comes from the Armagnac region of southwest France, and it is aged for a long time in oak barrels made from an area of local trees. It has a very sophisticated taste, subtle yet forceful, and I like to use it in desserts that feature winter fruits, particular prunes, pears, pomegranates and dark berries.<br />
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Butter. Always use unsalted butter, the best you can get. I only use Land O'Lakes brand. I use Land O'Lakes butter in my Truffles. Because it has a low moisture content, it is creamier than regular table butter, and will make a flakier pastry and richer sauces and ganache.<br />
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Crisco Butter Flavor All-Vegetable Shortening. My Chocolate Chip Cookie Squared Dipped in Dark Chocolate are Gluten-Free. CBFAVS adds buttery, rich flavor to my food, naturally and artificially flavored (the taste of real butter) it offers 50% less saturated fat than butter and 0g of trans fats per serving.<br />
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Cacao Nibs. These crunchy bits of roasted cacao beans add a nice crunch and intense cocoa flavor to everything from tuiles to ice cream.<br />
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Chocolate. Theres only one brand of chocolate I use in my store, it is and based on its nutritional value will always be my first choice. Its simply the best. Pay close attention to your cocao percentages mentioned when reading labels and purchasing for your use. Using the wrong percentage in a recipe can sometimes cause problems.<br />
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Cocoa Powder. I always use Starbucks Dark cocoa powder, which is really good. It is a Dutch process (alkalized) cocoa powder and has a dark brown color and deep flavor.<br />
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Cocoa Butter. To give dessert a velvet finish (also known as flocoge), melt together equal parts cocoa butter cocoa butter and dark chocolate and spray the mixture through a chocolate or small glass sprayer. I always buy unflavored cocoa butter.<br />
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Coconut. I always use unsweetened desiccated coconut in my desserts It is available at many supermarkets and bulk or natural food stores.<br />
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Cream. For most recipes, I use a pasteurized heavy cream with 38 percent butter fat. the exception is for ganache, where i use cream with 33 percent butterfat because of the high cocoa butter content of couverture. Try not to use ultra pasteurized cream-it lacks the flavor of pasteurized cream and can also change the texture of your product.<br />
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Creme Fraiche. This is made by adding a bacterial culture to cream that that has about 28-30 percent butterfat. I love its tangy flavor, which contrasts nicely with sweet elements, and I use it frequently in certain desserts.<br />
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Fleur De Sel. This salt, which means "flower of the sea," is great as a finishing salt, for sprinkling on top of things, especially caramel,and it also add nice texture.<br />
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Flour. Most of my recipes calls for gluten-free flour, and for that i always use Bob Mills, particularly because it contains no cornstarch, therefore people who are diabetic can eat our cookies and cakes.<br />
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Fondant. Poured fondant (not the same as rolled fondant) is a ingredient to get creative with. Keep in mind, to try different brands before settling upon one. Some brands of fondant are so thick that you are practically break a spoon trying to get it out of the bucket.<br />
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Nut Flours. These flours, which are nuts that haven been ground to a fine powder, are a staple in my pastry kitchen, and I use them frequently in my desserts. They are available at natural food stores, and a variety of sources online, however i prefer to make my own.<br />
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Rose Water. This flowery ingredients has a very distinctive flavor, so its so important that you don't use too much, or it will overwhelm your dessert.<br />
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Rum. I use dark rum in my desserts, preferably Myers brand, which is excellent.<br />
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Liquere. The term ‘liqueur’ refers to all alcoholic beverages which contain added sugar and flavors. Liqueurs usually have an alcoholic content ranging from 15% to 55% and they may be flavored with fruits, nuts, herbs and even flowers. Liqueurs are generally served after a meal and the most common accompaniment is coffee. Mentioned below are some of the most popular types of liqueur.<br />
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Types of Liqueurs<br />
Chocolate Liqueurs<br />
There are three types of Chocolate liqueurs – chocolate, chocolate cream and crème de cacao.<br />
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Liqueur Fogg – This chocolate flavored liqueur is manufactured in Brazil in Rio Grande do Sul. It was first produced in 1930 and its recipe has remained unchanged since then.<br />
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Godiva Liqueur – Godiva is a world famous chocolate making company. Godiva liqueur is manufactured exclusively using Godiva chocolate.<br />
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Sabra Liqueur – Manufactured in Israel, this liqueur has an alcoholic content of 30%. The main flavors are orange and chocolate.<br />
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Djangoa – This one of a kind liqueur is produced using dark chocolate and aniseed. It is produced and bottled by Period Ricardo.<br />
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Mozart Black – This liqueur is produced in Austria and it has a bittersweet taste with notes of vanilla. Other types of liqueurs manufactured by Mozart are Mozart Gold Chocolate liqueur and Mozart Black Chocolate liqueur.<br />
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Vermeer Dutch Chocolate Cream Liqueur – The key ingredients of this liqueur are cream, Dutch chocolate and vodka.<br />
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Crème de Cacao – This liqueur originates from France and contrary to popular perception, it does not contain any cream. The word crème refers to its thick, syrupy consistency.<br />
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Berry Liqueurs<br />
Crème de Cassis – This liqueur is made using blackcurrants and dark red liqueur.<br />
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Lakka Liqueur – This type of liqueur is produced in Finland. It derives its name from the Finnish word lakka which means cloudberry.<br />
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Razzmattaz – Manufactured by Deykuper Royal distillers, Razzmattaz is manufactured using raspberries and is often used in mixing cocktails.<br />
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Murtado – This liqueur is made from strawberry myrtle which is indigenous to Chile.<br />
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Sloe Gin – The main ingredients of this red colored liqueur are gin and blackthorn drupes. It has an alcoholic content ranging from 15 to 30 %.<br />
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Chambord Black Raspberry Liqueur – The principal ingredients of this liqueur are black raspberries, honey, cognac, vanilla and citrus peel.<br />
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Cream Liqueurs<br />
Bailey’s Irish Cream – This is one of the most well known types of liqueur. As the name suggests, Bailey’s Irish cream is made using two principle ingredients – Irish Whisky and cream.<br />
Ponche Cream – This rum based liqueur is manufactured in Trinidad and in Venezuela. The basic ingredients are rum, cream, milk, eggs and sugar.<br />
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Advocaat – This is a yellow colored liqueur of Dutch origin. It is quite creamy in texture and contains egg yolks, brandy, sugar and a few spices.<br />
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Heather cream – This liqueur was first manufactured in 1980 by Inver House Distillers. The two main ingredients are cream and Scottish Single Malt whisky.<br />
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Vana Tallin – This rum based liqueur is manufactured in Estonia by Liviko. It is dark brown in color and has undertones of vanilla, cinnamon and citrus.<br />
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Fruit Liqueurs<br />
Cherry Brandy – This liqueur is often used in the preparation of deserts. Denmark is famous for producing some of the best cherry liqueurs.<br />
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Peach Schnapps – This peach flavored liqueur is a commonly used in cocktails, especially shooters. It works quite well with cranberry or orange juice.<br />
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Curacao – This liqueur originates from the island of Curacao which is located in the West Indies. Although it is an orange based liqueur, it is available in several exotic colors such as blue, green, red and orange.<br />
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Banana Liqueur – This banana flavored liqueur has a bright yellow color and undertones of almond and vanilla. It is also known as crème de banana and is often used in making desserts.<br />
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Apricot Brandy – This is made using apricot flesh or kernels and cognac. It also has undertones of almond.<br />
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Limoncello – This lemon flavored liqueur originates from Southern Italy. It has an alcohol content of 31 to 32%.<br />
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Manzana Verde – This liqueur has Spanish origins. The word manzana means apples while verde means green.<br />
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<b>Other Types of Liqueurs</b><br />
There are several other types of liqueurs such as nut liqueurs, flower liqueurs, herbal liqueurs etc.<br />
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Amaretto – This is a sweet, almond flavored liqueur made from apricot pits. It originated in Italy and derived its name from the word ‘amaro’ which means bitter.<br />
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Rosilio – This liqueur originates from Italy. It is made with equal parts of sugar water and alcohol and is then flavored with rose petals.<br />
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Anisette – This anise flavored liqueur is popular in Spain Italy and France. It has a clear consistency and high alcoholic content. When mixed with water – it turns white in color and its taste becomes much more enjoyable.<br />
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Galliano – The yellow color of this herbal liqueur is meant to resemble the gold rush of the 1890s. It is made from 30 herbs and is named after the heroic Italian warrior – Giuseppe Galliano.<br />
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Tennessee Honey – This liqueur is made using Tennessee whisky and honey.<br />
Due to their syrupy texture, high alcohol content and sweet taste, most types of liqueur are generally served in small glasses. Liqueurs should not be confused with fruit brandy and flavored ‘liquors’ as these do not contain added sugar.<br />
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Vanilla Beans. Any of the recipes I use calls for using whole vanilla beans as opposed to extract; whole beans give you a much fuller flavor. I like the strength of Bourbon beans.<br />
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LivingLifeGoldenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03661564440405181008noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-330840723669282568.post-17888349574988859752014-04-14T16:18:00.003-05:002014-04-14T16:18:57.316-05:00My View of Wealth My View of Wealth....In learning wealth I went to what I am most familiar and is more a part of me.....The Bible. My dreams and aspiration are surely from The Higher Source. As God spoke to me about my vision He gave me great source and resources to learn from. As I researched the Bible I learned more about Joseph and what his thoughts were about wealth. I learned that Joseph and I have a lot in common, we both are dreamers. I read about Abraham, how he grew wealthy with cattle, land and acquisition, gold and silver all to the tune of .......priceless. During my studies I learned that Abraham and I also had something in common....Faith (both Warriors). Isaac (Abraham's son) planted a field that yielded a hundredfold harvest. I believe the seeds i've sewn (planted) in my past (into good ground), secures my future. I'm believing and expecting my hundredfold harvest.
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God describes His own wealth in Psalms by saying, He owns the cattle on a thousand hills. <br />
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After reading that I immediately believed I too can own own cattle and hills for the cattle to graze on. On the hills sits my beautiful home where the smell of good clean home cooking and fresh smelling creamy chocolate. I also know I need good clean water since water is more important to life than food. Yep, that's right. Water has more value than food. (Google "the value of food", and the importance of water to the body). <br />
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Yes, i'm "all in". <br />
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The best part of the vision God has given me is the dream to produce the world's best chocolate petite sweet treats and blog some the healthiest eating tips, myth busting tips about nutrition and exercise and have fun doing it, to provide water, food, shelter, clothing and encouragement to people who need it most, to offer a source of inspiration and best of all, hope to slowly debilitating world, is not my dream alone. Many other Foodies and Inspired Bloggers are too reaching out to thousands around the worlds. Many are on the mission to transform the health of this nation and the world, one life at a time. <br />
My invitation for you to join me, refer me, Follow me (Twitter-BarkOfJoyCandyCo), Like my Page on FaceBook The Bark of Joy Candy Co., follow my Blog www.livinglifegolden.com <br />
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LivingLifeGoldenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03661564440405181008noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-330840723669282568.post-41560696586589748062014-04-14T16:11:00.000-05:002014-04-14T16:11:26.410-05:00What Makes a Great Dessert? The philosophy of what makes a great dessert is a simple one:To capture great flavors you must use fresh ingredients as they come ti to season. Every great cook/chef/pastry chef/baker works with the seasons, just like every great culinary chef. This means using certain fruits when they're at its peak, not because they just happen to be available. Working within the Seasons will make the job a lot easier. The flavors are already there-so making the most of it by matching complementary flavors. Having slight variations in a presentation that combines textures and temperatures. Along with a great dessert plate comes, begins marrying simple presentation with incredible flavors. With this also comes lots of hard work, which is the key to great success.
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When creating these great delicious sweet treats I believe that using only as many ingredients as are necessary and no more, keeps the dessert not only simple, but also great tasting. If I am making Dark Chocolate covered Roasted Edamame Beans with Fleur De Sel for example, the secret is to find the best chocolate with the highest quality in cocoa beans (one that I currently use), then I would find the best flavored roasted beans available in the world from the market to represent it's flavor in the best possible way, accenting it with the finest Fleur De Sel. Melting the chocolate to a thick creamy consistency, while layering my molds with sprinkles of the Fleur De Sel and pieces of the roasted edamame, then topping them with warm sweet creamy dark chocolate. <br />
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Though I may present my Dark Chocolate covered Roasted Edamame Beans with Fleur De Sel with other elements on the plate and a fine wine to complement the flavors, its still all about the chocolate. <br />
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I've seen chocolates presented with lots of flashy elements on the plate, but they tend to forget about how flavors work together or whether not they add to the overall theme-too much show and not enough substance. <br />
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What makes a great dessert? For me its the subtle combination of flavors, texture, temperature and a streamlined presentation conceals its complexity-to me, thats wha makes a great dessert. <br />
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Let me hear from you on what you think? LivingLifeGoldenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03661564440405181008noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-330840723669282568.post-38669790075274704942014-04-14T15:35:00.000-05:002014-04-14T15:35:01.728-05:00Talk about Fad Diets <!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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We spoke on this subject before and I felt the need to revisit,
with more insight. These crazy plans-and we must agree many are crazy- actually
offer mental tricks that can help you stick to a healthy lifestyle, not just
"dieting". Skip the starvation, but steal their insights.</div>
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Tempted to try a new get-slim-quick scheme? There's a good
reason. "Fad diets are designed to connect with our emotions in ways that
healthy ones don't". They tap into human nature and what inspires us. Use
that as motivation-boosting power to supercharge you own (sane) eating plan. </div>
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<b>1) Start Strong.</b> Diets that are low-carb and high-protein often
start with an "induction" period when you swear off refined carbs or
eliminate almost everything except lean protein. It's hard-core, but that's
part of he point: Pain equals pride. "A drastic change makes you feel
tougher, and you believe you'll be successful because you survive it".
Kick off your own era of healthy eating with a big dietary change, too: Pick
your biggest food pitfall (let's say sugar-just a guess!) and eliminate it for
a few weeks. You'll be so proud that you'll be motivated to stick to other parts
of your diet. Just be sure to make a mental note that the transition was tough.
"That way, you avoid falling back into old habits, because you won't want
to put yourself through that ordeal again," so they say. </div>
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<b>2) Narrow your options</b>. Limiting your diet to, say, grapefruit
and bison helps take the guesswork out of eating. "The more options you
have, the more likely you are to make a bad choice." Not only that, when
more options are available, you're prone to gorge. There was a study conducted
giving people free rein over a bowl of M&M's. When the bowl has 10 colors
of candy, people ate 43% more than when there were 7. "Variety, or even a
perception of it, can increase consumption".<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Try plotting out four or five healthy options
for each meal and rotate among them, nixing what's not on the plan. Continue
until you get sick of them, then refresh your menu with a new set of choices. </div>
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<b>3) Throw some money at it</b>. Fad diets often involve
purchases-elixirs, apps, books, seminars. There's a mind game at work: Spending
cues you to make an emotional investment. And since you ponied up them cash,
you feel obligated to stick to he plan. "Fear of wasting money can
override a short-term food craving. So do a little splurging yourself. Relish
those fancy goji berries (a SELF superfood!) at get that Benz-grade smoothie
blender you've been coveting. Just eyeing them reminds you to make good on
those investments and eat healthy all the time. </div>
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<b>4) Be a trendsetter. </b>Fact is, fad diets are newsier than
celebrity breakups, so if someone in your office is only eating raw food,
everyone wants to know all about it. When you cube mate asks about your
discipline, you get a little share-your-secret ego bump and it helps out stick
to it. But any healthy, eye-catching new food does the trick. Try this: Bring a
plate of DIY veggie sushi to work. (a) You'll instantly be office MVP, and (b)
when everyone asks for the recipe, say it's part of your super-sane,
no-more-lunch-sandwiches regimen. All those people who have been chugging
kombucha for three days straight will be thrilled to chew food again. Instant
followers! </div>
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<b>5) Make it new.</b><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"><b> </b></span>We love
novelty, and fad dies play into that. Starting a new meal plan can keep us
engaged and excited. "When you adopt different behaviors, it automatically
triggers a massive feeling of success. Strategies like reducing portions
certainly work, but they can be a yawn. Instead, make a more fundamental
change: If you're a takeout fiend, cook meals at home three nights a week,
using a cookbook with exotic and healthy recipes. Even the tiniest thing can
re-excite you, so get that new bento box lunch container. "Sometimes the
best of faddish food is the pretty packaging", they say. </div>
LivingLifeGoldenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03661564440405181008noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-330840723669282568.post-29373347018319899682014-04-14T15:25:00.001-05:002014-04-14T15:25:17.017-05:00The Spice is Right Trim down with crushed red pepper
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Its metabolism-boosting properties (and heat) come from the capsaicin in the chiles. Plus, a study found women who added 2 tsp of the spice to their food took in fewer calories and fat in later meals. Stir into guac and pasta. <br />
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Curb appetite with fenugreek <br />
This spice packs fiber-each nutty-tasting teaspoon for the seed has gram. Study participants who took a fenugreek supplement in the A.M. ate less at lunch. Sprinkle it generously onto chicken before roasting. <br />
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Beat the blues with turmeric<br />
Research shows that the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agent in turmeric called curcumin can help reduce depression. Stir it into rice and couscous. <br />
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Quell muscle pain with ginger<br />
Blend this spice into your post workout shake. It contains gingerol, a natural anti-inflammatory that research finds may reduce next-day muscle pain. Bonus: It may even ease period cramps. <br />
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Phytonutrient Cheat Sheetugenol, may soothe your stomach. Try a pinch in applesauce or tea. <br />
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Stay sharp with cumin<br />
A lab study shows cumin's anti-inflammatory properties may improve memory and lower stress. Blend it with hummus or toss it with pumpkin seeds before roasting. <br />
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Stronger bones from cinnamon <br />
Yes, it can help regulate blood sugar, but it also provides manganese, a mineral that helps maintain bone density. 1 tablespoon provides nearly a day's worth. Spread it out: Shake it into coffee and onto apples and oatmeal. <br />
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LivingLifeGoldenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03661564440405181008noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-330840723669282568.post-21205969669495998282014-04-14T15:22:00.001-05:002014-04-14T15:22:45.064-05:00Phytonutrient Cheat Sheet How many servings of each color are you getting today? Only 20% of us get enough of the health-promoting, disease-fighting phytonutrients in colorful fruits and vegetables. For best health, eat two 1/2 cup servings of each color, daily.
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Green - green or black tea, spinach, kale, salad, greens, broccoli, collards, green peas, chard, parsley, watercress, green beans, Brussels sprouts, arugula, sugar snap peas, Chinese cabbage, legumes, etc. <br />
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Red - tomato, watermelon, grapefruit, pomegranates, raspberries, walnuts, persimmons, red cabbage, chili powder, cherries, papaya, cranberries, etc.<br />
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White - Garlic, onions, apples, black tea, green tea, coconut, parsnips, rutabaga, etc.<br />
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Yellow - Cantaloupe, carrots, sweet potatoes, squash, citrus fruits, pumpkin, corn, peaches, turmeric, ginger, mango, corn, pineapple, etc. <br />
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Purple - Grapes, blueberries, cranberries, strawberries, blackberries, purple sweet potatoes, cocoa, peanuts, wine, beets, eggplant, prunes, purple potatoes, etc. <br />
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LivingLifeGoldenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03661564440405181008noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-330840723669282568.post-10195108254888031972014-04-05T15:32:00.002-05:002014-04-05T15:32:48.241-05:00Update!Even though I will be blogging a lot about Chocolate and all the fun stuff that goes along with, I am still compelled o talk about Healthy Nutrition because is all a part of who I am. LivingLifeGoldenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03661564440405181008noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-330840723669282568.post-5639239404314651562014-04-05T15:20:00.004-05:002014-04-05T15:20:38.606-05:00I'm Back!!!!Well I'm back. I had a lot of adventure over the past year. I traveled a lot with a new opportunity, had two major accidents but ALL IS WELL, I had to abruptly move to a new yet bigger house, was so busy with the last business opportunity it kept me busy, yet so unpredictable. I did learn a lot throughout out it all. During the many places I've had the opportunity to visit the most enjoyable is all the wonderful people I met. I learned a lot about them and also shared a lot about me. I will pass on my learning throughout the coming months and years.<br />
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I wanted to advance my Career as a Nutritionist and gain more knowledge in a variety of areas. It was a lot of work and learning but I am a CHOCOLATIER!! <br />
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I love food and all the different wisdom that comes with it. I also love talking about how food can heal the body. Before turning to practical medicine if I have an ailment I turn to more natural ways of eating to relieve me. <br />
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I will be blogging now more about Chocolate, Tips on Chocolate and Health, Chocolate and Wine, Nutrition and Fitness and many other exciting and fun things about FOOD.<br />
It's all about FOOD, CHOCOLATE and NUTRITION. YUM!!<br />
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Angel'a M Jones<br />
Chocolatier <br />
www. shop.thebarkofjoy.com<br />
Follow me on Twitter TheBarkOfJoyCandyCo <br />
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