How often do you contemplate using a sugar substitute in your coffee? Do you ever wonder how a certain food can taste good and have zero calories? Read more…
Posted at October 21, 2009 @ 4:32 am by Dan in Fitness, Motivation
Looking for an extra twist in your exercise regimen? Whether you are a runner, a walker, a weightlifter or want to burn extra calories while vacuuming, there is a great solution for you. Put on an X-vest (www.thexvest.com) and add as much as 80lbs to your frame. DON’T FREAK OUT NOW! The weights come as small “weight capsules” and are added gradually in ONE POUND INCREMENTS. The vest is extremely comfortable and waterproof. Read more…
Posted at October 20, 2009 @ 4:52 am by Dan in Fitness, Motivation
This piece of exercise equipment will fit both your home décor and your exercise plan. Why? Because it attaches to your door frames without any holes or drilling and can be put away once you are done. The iron gym, as it is properly called, can be used for all kinds of pull-ups, chin-ups, and knee-raises for your abs while it is hanging up. Once moved to the floor, it can be used for push-ups, tricep dips, and sit-ups. Read more…
Posted at October 19, 2009 @ 9:10 am by Maria in Nutrition, Recipes
RICOTTA TOAST
Yield: 1 serving
Whole Wheat Bread, 2 slices
1/2 cup reduced-fat ricotta cheese
Grapes, Green Seedless, 1/2 cup
Honey, Drizzle
Toast 2 slices of bread. Spread each slice with the reduced-fat or fat-free ricotta. Cut the grapes in 1/2 and put on top of the toast. Drizzle with a bit of honey. Enjoy.
*** This toast can also be topped with figs, pears or fresh berries instead of grapes.
Posted at October 18, 2009 @ 3:35 pm by Maria in Fitness
What an amazing concept! These towels are available from http://athleteoutfitters.com/ and come in three pretty colors. They are clearly marked on each side with one saying “FACE” and the other one “GYM”. I have been waiting for this creation for such a long time and it is finally here!!! While you are ordering, keep in mind that these could also make a great Christmas gift. Read more…
Posted at October 18, 2009 @ 4:17 am by Maria in Nutrition, Recipes
Hummus is one of my favorite dishes, which can be made in minutes. Use it as a dip or spread it on some whole wheat bread and top off with a slice of avocado to have an enjoyable and filling lunch.
Chickpeas, 2 cans + about 1/4 cup of liquid reserved from the cans (otherwise the hummus will be too dry)
Sesame Tahini, 1/2 cup
Garlic, 3 Cloves
Olive Oil, 1/4 Tbsp
Paprika, 1 pinch
White Pepper, 1 Tbsp
Salt, 1 tsp (or to taste)
Lemon Juice, 3 Tbsp
***To make your hummus extra special, add ALEPPO PEPPER to taste. I have not been able to find it in any local stores. It can, however, be ordered online. Aleppo pepper adds an amazing flavor to hummus and many other dishes.
Mix all the ingredients in a bowl and blend with a hand-held blender. Garnish with olives, pine nuts, parsley…or nothing at all. ENJOY!
NOTE: If you do not have a hand-held blender, a regular one can be used instead.
Below are more hummus recipes. They all use the same ingredients. It all comes down to personal taste and preference. Taste yours as you make it and feel free to add more of certain ingredients as you go along:
http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Real-Hummus/Detail.aspx
http://recipeland.com/recipe/v/Easy_Hummus_2241
http://www.mediterrasian.com/delicious_recipes_hummus.htm#
http://housing.k-state.edu/dining/Recipes/VegetarianEntreesSides/REDPEPPRHUMMUS.html
Posted at October 17, 2009 @ 4:48 am by Maria in Nutrition
If you have recently stepped into a health food store, you have probably seen a package of hemp milk, a jar of hemp butter, or some other hemp food product. So what’s the deal with hemp? Read more…
Posted at October 16, 2009 @ 5:02 am by Maria in Uncategorized
Do you ever skip dinner because you think that eating at night is related to weight gain? How about buying only fresh fruits and veggies because they are healthier than frozen? Below are some of most common myths that persist through generations: Read more…
Posted at October 15, 2009 @ 8:01 am by Maria in Uncategorized
COFFEE 101:
* The beans are the seeds of the coffee berry fruit.
* The fruit is harvested by the farmers and then the seeds are removed from the berries.
* When the beans are roasted, the natural oils come out. Read more…
Posted at October 14, 2009 @ 8:38 am by Maria in Motivation, Nutrition
During our move to our new place last year, we were saddened to find out that our plates would not fit into our kitchen cabinets. At first, I was furious with the person who designed this kitchen. Then it finally occurred to me – our kitchen was so old that the plates at that time used to be significantly smaller! Read more…
