For supper I made a burger on my new lean mean grilling machine and had one of the 100 cal thin wheat buns with a little bit of swiss cheese and ketchup.It was quite tasty.I ate my raw veggies while it cooked.
Tonight I told Marty he can only be gone 12 days because that is my limit before I start getting sad that he is gone.
Tlh, I enjoyed wearing my earrings today and I bet I checked to see if they were there about every 5 minutes.Wow that Therflu really knocked you out.Hopefully a good night’s sleep helped you feel better.
Somethingshiny, congratulations for losing 2 pounds!
Dragonfly, that is great you were able to eat some food yesterday and today.I am sure that will help you feel better.
Take care.
Marcy
Almonds These yummy nuts are high in alpha-linolenic acid, which can accelerate your metabolism of fats. In fact, dieters who ate 3 ounces of almonds daily slashed their weight and body-mass index by 18 percent, while those who skipped the nuts reduced both numbers less— just 11 percent—a study in the International Journal of Obesity revealed. Chomp almonds à la carte (limit yourself to 12 per serving to keep calories in check). I get a pack at Starbucks and nibble throughout my day. Or sprinkle them into a recipe such as Black Bean–Almond Pesto Chicken. Go nuts!
Berries I tell my daughter, "These are nature''s candy!" Turns out they''re also your body''s best friends. Strawberries, raspberries and other vitamin C–spiked fruit can supercharge your workout, helping you burn up to 30 percent more fat, research from Arizona State University at Mesa has found. If they''re not in season, buy the little gems frozen in a bulk-sized bag so you''ll always have them on hand to whip up a Berry Bliss Smoothie or Strawberry-Sunflower Pops, regardless of whether berries are in season.
Cinnamon Adding 1/4 teaspoon to your plate may prevent an insulin spike—an uptick that tells your body to store fat. Sprinkle it on your morning cereal or coffee or on your yogurt in the A.M., or savor it in Apple-Cinnamon-Raisin Oatmeal.
Mustard It''s heaven on a soft pretzel, but mustard may also be a weight loss wonder. Turmeric, the spice that gives mustard its color, may slow the growth of fat tissues, a study in the journal Endocrinology finds. Use it on sandwiches instead of mayo, or sprinkle turmeric on cauliflower pre-roasting to give it a kick. Try it on tuna salad—I promise it adds zest.
Oranges This citrus fruit, which contains fat-blasting compounds known as flavones, deserves to be your main squeeze. Women who ate the most flavones had a much lower increase in body fat over a 14-year period, a study in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition notes. Eat oranges sliced or swig fresh OJ (including pulp!) to get the best benefit from the fruit.
Soybeans Reason to toss a half cup on your salad? Soybeans are rich in choline, a compound that blocks the absorption of fat and breaks down fatty deposits. Oh, and they''re addictively delish! But if breast cancer runs in your family, experts suggest you should talk to your doc before adding soy to your diet.
Sweet potatoes The colorful spuds'' high-fiber content means they keep your insulin steadier than their white sisters, which means less fat packed on your hips, research finds. Top a small baked tater with lowfat cottage cheese for a tempting side dish, or whip up Miso Soup With Sweet Potato Dumplings.
Swiss cheese Calcium-rich foods reduce fat-producing enzymes and increase fat breakdown, and Swiss has more calcium than many of its cheesy peers. Choose the reduced-fat variety, such as Sargento. Slip it into your sandwich, put it on top of high-fiber crackers or use it for a healthier grilled cheese. Yum!
Although there are definite benefits to doing aerobic exercise; strength, core and flexibility training all provide numerous health benefits that cardio can''t: They increase muscular and bone strength, increase lean body mass, safeguard against injury and boost metabolism while decreasing fat.
Is it possible you are overdoing the cardio? Here''s how to know:
Hi everyone.I was down 7 pounds yesterday which was my goal while Marty is gone.I will eat differently this weekend but still make sure to watch it.
Remember all that cold and snow I whined about all spring?IT’S BACK!Highs today are in the teens and we had at least 12 inches of snow.UGH.
Last night I rushed home from work (bought fast food tacos on the way for supper) and waited impatiently for Marty to call me on Skype.The hotel he is in must have fluctuating power because video doesn’t work worth a darn on it but we can at least talk.My flannel sheets arrived yesterday too so I did laundry last night and just plain goofed off.
This morning I had an appointment to get a perm at 10.I shoveled about 8 feet of the sidewalk from the garage to our front door and since it was deep and wet it took me quite awhile.I looked at the driveway and decided my AWD German car can handle deep snow so off I went.The lady that cuts my hair is always late so since I was cold and cranky this morning I told the girl I checked in with my hair stylist is ALWAYS late.While it is understandable today I am tired of it.The manager came over to talk to me and apologized and offered to give me someone else but I said I’d wait 20 minutes.When my lady got there it was about 30 minutes late.She did get greeted by the manager and she offered me a discount and apologized for being late.I feel kind of bad but I truly was getting tired of it.My perm looks pretty good.I didn’t have any length cut off but had her cut bangs and some layers at the top.It is sure curly right now.
I met my parents for lunch and had a small steak and some mashed potatoes with salad.I didn’t eat it all.After lunch I stopped at the grocery store and picked up a few things.
I paid someone to shovel the rest of my walk and driveway.I know I can shovel now but no sense pushing my luck on a foot of wet snow.
This afternoon I got the flannel sheets on the bed so will test them out tonight.Warm things are precious to me right now.
Five days till Marty gets home.
My satellite dish is covered in snow.This morning I couldn’t get anything, now I can get one channel but if I try to change to another channel the receiver freaks out.I am not walking through all that snow to go out and brush off our dish though.I did have cocoa this afternoon but didn’t drink all of it.I hate to waste calories on liquid (unless it is coke, wine or margaritas).
Rod, enjoy that warm weather there for me.I was pretty happy to find my earring.I will try and get some of this cold air sent your way.Have a relaxing weekend.The new dessert sounds wonderful.Thanks for the article on the foods that fight fat.
Lisa, sounds like your trainer really pushes you – that is a good thing.I am glad your new company seems to be better to deal with on personal stuff.I guess 12 days is out limit, huh?
Michelle, how soon before your change shifts or are you on mids for awhile?
Tlh, I would be freaked out too, is your ring from somewhere they will fix your prongs for free?I would be very nervous now too.Rats for working this weekend.
Jeff, good luck getting your black belt.I hope your right knee gets better – I hope mine does too.Here’s sending PS dust to both of us.
Take care.I’d tell you to stay warm but probably more of you than not are in warmer climates than me.
Laters,
Marcy
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