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Saturday, April 7, 2012

Today... I have to get out and lock in my 5/6 miles... still don't know if I'm going to get out there... too much going on with Easter being tomorrow. But before I can't get on the computer, here are some of the last couple of recipes I had found to give you all a basic foundation on how to cut calories. Have a wonderful day and a blessed Easter Sunday tomorrow! =)

Simple Salmon Sandwich

Simple Salmon Sandwich

MUFA: Oils

Mix 3 oz canned boneless, skinless wild salmon, drained, with 1/4 c chopped red bell pepper, 2 Tbsp lemon juice, and 1 Tbsp olive oil. Top with romaine lettuce leaves and serve on whole wheat roll.

Total calories: 413


Italian Tuna

Italian Tuna

MUFA: Oils

Blend 3 oz can chunk light tuna, drained, with 1/4 c chopped red onion, 2 Tbsp capers, 2 Tbsp lemon juice, and 1 Tbsp olive oil. Serve with 4 RyKrisp crackers.

Total calories: 346


Sesame Slaw

Sesame Slaw

MUFA: Oils

Mix 2 c broccoli slaw with 1/4 c red bell pepper slices, 1/4 c chopped canned water chestnuts, 1 segmented medium orange, 2 Tbsp sesame seeds, 2 Tbsp rice wine vinegar, and 1 Tbsp sesame oil.

Total calories: 348


Greek Lentil Salad

Greek Lentil Salad

MUFA: Oils

Mix 1/2 c canned lentils, rinsed and drained, with 1/4 c each chopped tomato, chopped cucumber, and chopped red onion; 2 Tbsp red wine vinegar; and 1 Tbsp canola oil. Sprinkle with 1/4 c crumbled feta cheese and 2 tsp dried oregano.

Total calories: 383


Cherry Chocolate Smoothie

Cherry Chocolate Smoothie

MUFA: Dark Chocolate

In a blender, combine 1 c fat-free milk, 1 c frozen cherries, 3 oz fat-free vanilla yogurt, and 1/4 c semisweet chocolate chips. Mix until smooth.

Total calories: 402

Published November 2011, Prevention

Updated December 2011

ENJOY!!!!

Friday, April 6, 2012

Look what I found out...

15 Reasons Sugar Can Hurt You:

Cause premature aging
Decrease growth hormone
Causes food allergies
Feeds cancer
Suppress the immune system
Contribute to obesity
Cause heart disease
Contribute to osteoporosis
Increase cholesterol
Increase the systolic blood pressure
Contribute to diabetes
Damage the pancreas
Cause depression
Lead to the formation of kidney stones
Cause hormonal imbalances.

Hmmmm... Might want to make some changes w/being all grown up and all. =)
Well... still haven't gone out for my run... it's been a crazy and busy day. Started two new businesses this past weekend and they have to come first. My running partner is m.i.a. right now, but she IS on my email notification list so, she can stay abreast. ;)

I will go and run my 3/4 miles NOW! Because tomorrow, I have to get 5/6 in... Already have my training schedule so I HaVe to make it happen!

Just had some tuna and a salad for fuel today... :/ so, i might end up paying for that... but I'm taking my 13 year old son to help keep a nice easy pace! (I got ThiS!)

Oh, and here are three more meal ideas... Happy Friday!

Avocado Bruschetta

Avocado Bruschetta

MUFA: Avocado

Spread 2 slices toasted whole wheat bread with 1/4 c sliced Hass avocado, mashed, and top with 2 sliced small tomatoes and salt and pepper to taste. Have 1 medium apple.

Total calories: 374


Southwest Veggie Burger

Southwest Veggie Burger

MUFA: Avocado

Fill 1 whole wheat bun with 1 black-bean veggie burger, 1 c mixed baby greens, 1/4 c canned corn, 1/4 c sliced Hass avocado, and 2 Tbsp salsa.

Total calories: 383


Cheesy Bean Dip

Cheesy Bean Dip

MUFA: Oils

Mix 3/4 c rinsed and drained kidney beans, mashed, with 1/4 c diced onion, 1 Tbsp walnut oil, and 1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar. Sprinkle with 1/4 c shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese and microwave on medium until cheese is melted. Serve with 1 c sliced red bell pepper for dipping.

Total calories: 389

Thursday, April 5, 2012

Sorry for the late post today folks... but again, life has a way of trying to keep you back from reaching your goals. Ehhh... tomorrow is a new day and I intend to make the most of it!!! =)

For now, here are four new recipes to help set you up for next week!! Hope it makes up for the late info... =D

Summer Tomato Salad

Summer Tomato Salad

MUFA: Nuts & Seeds

Layer 1 c arugula with 2 sliced tomatoes, 2 oz thinly sliced part-skim mozzarella, and 5 thin slices red onion. Dress with 2 Tbsp pine nuts; 1 tsp olive oil; and balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper to taste.

Total calories: 391


Published November 2011, Prevention

Updated December 2011


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Avocado Tomato Herbed Wrap

MUFA: Avocado

Spread 1 whole wheat wrap with 2 Laughing Cow Light Garlic & Herb Wedges and fill with 1 sliced small tomato, 1/4 c sliced Hass avocado, whole basil leaves, and 1 tsp balsamic vinaigrette.

Total calories: 367


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Avocado Mango Salad

Avocado Mango Salad

MUFA: Avocado

Mix 1 cubed mango with 1/4 c diced Hass avocado and 2 Tbsp minced cilantro. Squeeze with juice of 1/2 lime and sprinkle with ground red pepper. Serve with wedges of 1 toasted large whole wheat tortilla.

Total calories: 367


Dijon Egg Sandwich

Dijon Egg Sandwich

MUFA: Avocado

Scramble 1/2 c egg whites in cooking spray. Place on toasted whole wheat English muffin spread with 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard and top with 1oz reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese and 1/4 c cubed Hass avocado.

Total calories: 386

Wednesday, April 4, 2012

Can anybody get tired of ideas on variations on what to eat? Really?! =)

Hazelnut Pear Crackers

Hazelnut Pear Crackers

MUFA: Nuts & Seeds

Spread 4 RyKrisp crackers with 2 Laughing Cow Light Garlic & Herb Wedges and top with 1 sliced medium pear and 2 Tbsp hazelnuts.

Total calories: 383



Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Chicken Lettuce Wraps

MUFA: Nuts & Seeds

Spread 6 Bibb lettuce leaves with 2 Tbsp hummus and top with 3 oz sliced grilled chicken and 2 Tbsp walnuts. Also have 1 c raspberries and 6 small whole wheat crackers.

Total calories: 405



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Tahini Tuna Pita

MUFA: Nuts & Seeds

Blend 3 oz can chunk light tuna, drained, with 2 Tbsp tahini, 2 Tbsp chopped parsley, and finely shredded 1/2 small carrot. Stuff into 4" whole wheat pita.

Total calories: 364

Published November 2011, Prevention

Updated December 2011

Tuesday, April 3, 2012

Today is TUESDAY and my running buddy and I made it through our first 5+ mile run!!!!! Yay!!
Time to get started working up a training schedule for our first half marathon together... ( at abt a 9.40 pace!!) =D

Got a couple of eggs in with half of a sweet potato and added half an avocado. Took my vitamin and 2 glasses of water. After the work out I had a refreshing protein recovery shake with frozen blueberries. And dinner will be lean pork chops and more veggies. (Cause they were GOOD yesterday!) Later on at night I will probably also hit my ' good health energy blend' mix that my hubby bought me to try to curb my addiction to the 'indulgent trail mix' that I'm hooked on. Lol!

And now... More fueling ideas!!! =)


Spanish-Style Eggs

Spanish-Style Eggs

MUFA: Olives

Fry 1 whole egg with 1 egg white in 1 tsp olive oil. Place on top of 1/2 c salsa and 10 sliced large green olives. Eat with 6" whole wheat tortilla.

Total calories: 383

Published November 2011, Prevention

Updated December 2011





Almond Butter With Fresh Fruit

Almond Butter With Fresh Fruit

MUFA: Nuts & Seeds

Spread 1 slice whole wheat bread with 2 Tbsp almond butter. Eat with 1/2 c each sliced strawberries and sliced kiwifruit.

Total calories: 350



Mango Walnut Salad


Mango Walnut Salad

MUFA: Nuts & Seeds

Top 3 c spinach with 1/2 c chopped mango, 1/4 c sliced red bell pepper, 4 chopped baby carrots, 2 Tbsp walnuts, 2 Tbsp vinaigrette, and 1 Tbsp raisins. Eat with 1/2 large whole wheat pita.

Total calories: 395

Monday, April 2, 2012

Hello fellow bloggers!!! ... And for the sake of this particular post, family and friends. Lol... I have been trying to learn how to utilize my blog in a more productive manner and well, I found this neat little feature. Most of you are already members on my site but some of you just don't want to type in the url everyday... Lol... and a few of you, C.J. , P.Z. , A.Z. , and R.G.... Didn't even know that I had a blog.

So, I invite you all to be a part of this movement by making use of this email update to stay informed, stay in touch, or just support what I do. If any of you prefer to be taken off the blog news feed via email, please don't hesitate to let me know. I promise... it won't offend me. ;)

Have a great evening and stay positive in all that you do!! =)
Today is a funny day... My tummy does NoT feel good... Could it STILL be from completely over doing it on that run yesterday?!?! I just don't know... But I do know that I am just not feeling strong and positive. :(

Breakfast was 3/4 of a small apple and about 1/2 a descent sized pear with a little lime juice, water and my vitamin. Snacking on another health bar and I'm going to have to go celebrate my late momma's birthday today with a couple Chicago Style Hot Dogs! I know... not good for what I gave up for Lent or for fueling... but it really brings back super wonderful memories of when she used to take us out for those little things. Dinner will be some lean pork chops and a plain salad and maybe some colorful grilled bell peppers and onions.

For now, here are some more ideas on light eating that will turn into good fuel for your body:


Waffles Florentine

Waffles Florentine

MUFA: Olives

Prepare 2 whole grain waffles and spread with 2 Tbsp black olive tape­nade. Top with 1/2 c egg whites, scrambled in cooking spray, and 3/4 c spinach leaves. Have 1/2 c green or red grapes.

Total calories: 393

Published November 2011, Prevention

Updated December 2011



Roast Beef Sandwich

Roast Beef Sandwich

MUFA: Olives

Toast 2 slices whole wheat bread and spread with 2 Tbsp green olive tapenade. Top with 3 oz organic deli roast beef. Have 1 medium pear.

Total calories: 400


Grab & Go Cheese & Crackers

Grab & Go Cheese & Crackers

MUFA: Olives

Mix 1/2 c fat-free cottage cheese with 1 c chopped red bell pepper and 10 sliced large black olives. Serve with 6 small whole wheat crackers. Have 1 medium apple.

Total calories: 378

Sunday, April 1, 2012

Enjoy these little tid bits that I came across to get you started with some weight loss ideas on healthy meal planning through out your day!


Flat Belly Meals

Your Flat Belly Building Blocks

If you think you're too busy to lose weight, we have one word for you: MUFA (pronounced "moofah"). Also known as "monounsaturated fatty acids," these plant-based compounds are the basis of the Flat Belly Diet, which can help you drop pounds and reduce belly fat. The even better news? Delicious foods such as olives, nuts and seeds, avocado, oils, and dark chocolate are some of the best sources of these healthful fats.

Our dietitians have developed a week's worth of unique Flat Belly Diet-approved meals and snacks that are easy to prepare and ready in 5 minutes or less, so you can slim down without stress. Research shows that eating this way may put you on your way to weight loss success: A study commissioned by Prevention at the Yale-Griffin Prevention Research Center found that overweight women who followed the diet for 28 days lost 8.4 pounds and nearly 2 inches around their waist. Choose four meals a day from this list (organized by MUFA so you can easily find a meal that suits your mood)--and you'll save time, flatten your belly, and boost your health.


Hummus, Olives and Tomato

Hummus, Olive, And Tomato

MUFA: Olives

Spread 2 Tbsp hummus on each half of a toasted whole wheat English muffin. Top each half with 5 thinly sliced olives and a slice of tomato. Have 1 medium orange.

Total calories: 362

Mediterranean Salad

Mediterranean Salad

MUFA: Olives

Toss 1/2 c chickpeas, rinsed and drained, with 1/2 c halved cherry tomatoes, 1 chopped cucumber, 10 large black olives, and 1 Tbsp lemon juice. Serve with 1 toasted large whole wheat pita.

Total calories: 398


Published November 2011, Prevention

Updated December 2011



MORE RECIPES TO COME! =)