Archive for December, 2008
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Something vegetarian and fairly simple I could make by myself at home. I'm 16 by the way, and they could just be like snacks like smoothies, etc. Thanks!
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Easy and I have had people eat this that actually THOUGHT that they were eating egg vs. the soy it is made out of.
You take 1 package of extra firm tofu and drain it. Mash it till it looks like scrambled eggs. Add chopped celery, a stalk is usually enough. 1/2 chopped red bell pepper, adds color and a sweet nice taste. 1 green onion chopped with the green tops as well. 14 cup of soynaise (like mayo, but soy based – some use Miracle Whip, which I hate). 1/2 teaspoon of Dijon mustard. Salt to taste. 1/8 teaspoon turmeric. Mix all together. Put it on bread – and you will think that you are eating an egg salad sandwich.
Bean tacos. Instead of meat, spread beans on the shell and fill just as you would a taco.
Fusilli with garbanzo beans and spinach is another easy one. Fix the fusilli (corkscrew noodles) as directed on package. While that is cooking, heat in a skillet some olive oil some chopped onion for about 5 minutes. Watch it so as to not let it burn (medium/low heat). Add garlic, some oregano to just heating it (about 30 seconds or so). Stir in some garbanzo beans (rinsed and drained) with salt and pepper, with some balsamic vinegar. Cook for about 5 minutes, stir often. Save some of the water the pasta was cooked in. Add to the pasta the water saved it was cooked in with some spinach and the bean mixture you made in the other pan. Toss to combine.
Another is an easy smootie. One cup of soy milk in a blender that is chilled. Drop in frozen fruit of your choice. Berries work well. So does taking a banana that looks like it is going to go bad, just peel the banana, wrap it in plastic and put it in the freezer. Unwrap when frozen, and drop it in the blender. Makes like a milkshake sort of drink. You can also use orange juice instead of soy milk if you want and it works just as well.
The easiest recipe is one that you already know how to make and just make minor changes to it to suit your diet choices.
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Hi everyone!
I am a 14 year old girl, and i'm looking to either loose a few pounds, or maybe just work on maintaining my weight. I am at a nice weight, i could gain or loose. I recently became a vegetarian, because i know that is a healthier lifestyle for me. I was wondering if anyone had any exercise, eating, or just general health tips for me. I really want to stay healthy, and of course, look good! Thanks guys!
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I use to hate the way I looked because I was kind of chubby , so I decided to start eating healthier and exercising, but that only lead to anorexia because it felt so good to see changes. However, I am a little underweight (5'5" and 112 pounds), so I am thinking about gaining a little weight because sometimes I feel too skinny. I want to continue eating healthy, but I also want to BE healthy. What can I do to be healthy now, but also be healthy for life? (I'm 15).
Thanks for all your help, and please no rude answers. =]
I'm not trying to lose weight. I'm trying to gain weight to be healthy.
aww, good for you! i know how hard it is to overcome things like this.
i got to warn you though- even though you may feel fat after gaining a few pounds, you are not. you are being healthy and going back to a more natural weight for your body.
that said, to be healthy, eat the foods you already eat except eat them when you're hungry. try not to ignore your stomach when it rumbles. eat balanced meals of fruits, vegetables, bread, and meat.
i hope this helps. good luck!
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I have this belly fat right over my six pack and i need to get rid of it before bathingsuit season… so besides doing major crunchie/situp training does anyone know of the foods i can eat to get rid of that?
Try adding yogurt and fresh veggies and fruits (uncooked and no dipping sauces) in place of potatoes, rice, bread also eat your meat grilled or broiled to reduce fat. Sensible switching and eating the same calories will work. You need to eat more foods that burn calories and less fat since it stores calories. You can eat cheese and yogurt since they actually help eliminate fat from the body. Good Luck!
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i all ready stoped drinking soda and buing fast food for breakfast every day i eat cold cereal with a banana i dont eat after 7 what are some more healthy tips
Hey!
Ok you are on the right track! Its all about the small steps, because every little small step equates to weight loss!
Now, I am a personal trainer and here are some basic things that will help you start losing weight quickly, and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
#1 : Diet Diet Diet….It is ok to go on a diet, but make sure you can follow it for atleast 6 months….No get fit quick schemes…When you do diet make sure you learn from it and apply it for life…Also, just try to eat clean, small meals frequently. This will boost metabolism, and help you lose fat!
#2 : Resistance training…You dont have to go to a gym to lose weight. I would recommend you buy a few workout DVDs some resistance bands, and try to workout 4 days a week, for atleast 45 minutes. This will help build lean muscle and allow you to burn more fat at rest! Very important when trying to love a healthy lifestyle!
#3 : Support! What I mean by this is find a group of women, in your town, or gym and keep eachother on track…..If you dont have that I have a support forum where I talk with everyone, help them their weight loss goals and give them the best tips to lose weight….You need someone to help you and keep you motivated!
THE MOST IMPORTANT THING TO DO IS GET IN THE MINDSET!!!
What I mean by this is mentally make the change…You are going to eat healthy, exercise, and make good choices for your body! If you can do this there is no stopping you, and you will have the body you deserve!
You can do it! Just follow those few tips, and you will be looking and feeling great in no time at all!!!
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After dying my hair so many times i finally decided to just keep it natural. I haven't dyed it for 9 months and its looking great im just afraid that because i use the hair straitgner everyday it will damage my hair…please help…
If you want to get a glimpse of naturally long healthy hair take a look at my pics
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1- Nutrition is the key..healthy hair starts fron the inside..eat right..exercise..lay off the sugar
2- wash your hair often..African American-twice a week.
3- Always deep condition
4- Stay away from the harsh dyes..use a gentle rinse instead
5-Use heat styling products at a minimum
6- At night always wrap your hair in a silk scarf when you sleep- it protects the hair shaft and prevents breakage.
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I am overweight, and I need tips that are effective and healthy to help me loose weight. I don't want links to other sites, and I know I can go to a doctor, but I want people's opinions. Thanks!
(P.S. I am only 15 so I can only afford so much)
Start with realistic goals. Set a 5, 10, 20 pound limit to start. If you have more to lose then that well set it accordingly. You have to move your body. Walk, run, hike swim, take a fun class with a friend or your mom. Cut out the junk. Drink water. Low fat. Expect to lose 2 to 5 pounds a week. At first you may not lose anything, but after 6 to 8 weeks (yes, this isn't instant, but it can be permanent) Your clothes will fit you different, Those results mean more then the weight on the scale. Tell yourself, you can do it. And then do it. Good luck!
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CORRECTION: REUUH
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Nourishing Traditions by Sally Fallon
www.westonaprice.org
Characteristics of Traditional Diets
The diets of healthy primitive and nonindustrialized peoples contain no refined or denatured foods such as refined sugar or corn syrup; white flour; canned foods; pasteurized, homogenized, skim or low-fat milk; refined or hydrogenated vegetable oils; protein powders; artificial vitamins or toxic additives and colorings.
All traditional cultures consume some sort of animal protein and fat from fish and other seafood; water and land fowl; land animals; eggs; milk and milk products.
Primitive diets contain at least four times the calcium and other minerals and TEN times the fat soluble vitamins from animal fats (vitamin A, vitamin D and the Price Factor–now believed to be vitamin K2) as the average American diet.
In all traditional cultures, some animal products are eaten raw.
Primitive and traditional diets have a high food-enzyme content from raw dairy products, raw meat and fish; raw honey; tropical fruits; cold-pressed oils; wine and unpasteurized beer; and naturally preserved, lacto-fermented vegetables, fruits, beverages, meats and condiments.
Seeds, grains and nuts are soaked, sprouted, fermented or naturally leavened in order to neutralize naturally occuring antinutrients in these foods, such as phytic acid, enzyme inhibitors, tannins and complex carbohydrates.
Total fat content of traditional diets varies from 30% to 80% but only about 4% of calories come from polyunsaturated oils naturally occurring in grains, pulses, nuts, fish, animal fats and vegetables. The balance of fat calories is in the form of saturated and monounsaturated fatty acids.
Traditional diets contain nearly equal amounts of omega-6 and omega-3 essential fatty acids.
All primitive diets contain some salt.
Tradtional cultures consume animal bones, usually in the form of gelatin-rich bone broths.
Traditional cultures make provisions for the health of future generations by providing special nutrient-rich foods for parents-to-be, pregnant women and growing children; by proper spacing of children; and by teaching the principles of right diet to the young.
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I am a 23 year old college student and I am looking for some good tips/recipes/ideas for healthy eating on a budget. I love fresh fruits and vegetables… and pretty much anything diet related/healthy…. that’s not the problem. My problem is that I can’t afford to pay the ridiculously high prices for healthy food! Does anyone have any ideas?
I like the ideas so far but one thing I should definaely qualify is that I live in maine… so this time of year the farmer's market is not an option… sadly.
I feel your pain! Organic is crazy expensive and fresh fruits and veggies alone are very expensive here in Milwaukee. I have tried to shop local and unfortunately it is usually more pricey than pick n save. Try to join the savers clubs at your local grocery stores, these cards allow you to get the sale prices. I personally look in the ads every week and buy my fresh fruits and veggies at the grocery stores in my area depending on the sales. Then I buy my whole grain pastas and cereals at wal mart, they have excellent prices. Aldi also has great prices but be careful because their meat is iffy and the veggies can go bad quickly. Good luck sweety I know it is a pain but very worth it in the long run.
PS prices vary depending on where you live. I live in an area where farmers markets are NOT cheaper, I shopped local for years and cannot afford it any longer.