WEIGHT LOSS DINNER #7

WEIGHT LOSS DINNER #7 Pasta with ricotta and fresh herbs. WEIGHT LOSS DINNER #7 Jan 4, '10 11:59 PM for everyone Pasta with ricotta and fresh herbs Vegetarian option 2 oz. whole-wheat noodles, uncooked 3/4 cup low-fat or fat-free ricotta cheese 1 cup zucchini, chopped 1 cup mushrooms chopped 1/2 cup fresh herbs: chives, basil and parsley Option:  add sliced baked chicken breast Cook noodles, drain and return to pot. Add other ingredients and cook for 5-7 minutes until warmed.     Join Video Fitness Coach today! LOSE WEIGHT * GET FIT Name: Email: I would like to watch an online class about: BURN THE FAT, FEED THE MUSCLE Tags: fitness, lose weight, pasta, weight loss, diet, health audio reply video reply Add a Comment

WEIGHT LOSS DINNER #8

WEIGHT LOSS DINNER #8 Peanut and chicken stir fry WEIGHT LOSS DINNER #8 Jan 5, '10 12:07 AM for everyone Peanut and chicken stir fry 1 garlic clove, minced 1 tsp. fresh ginger, grated 2 tsp. olive oil 1 Tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce 2 cups frozen stir fry vegetables 3/4 cup 90-second microwavable brown rice (option: cook brown rice ahead and freeze in 1-serving portions, take 2 portions out of freezer and warm in microwave) 1/4 cup chopped rotisserie chicken breast (no skin) 2 Tbsp. chopped peanuts Saute garlic and ginger in oil and soy sauce for 1 minute. Add vegetables, rice and chicken and saute until vegetables are thawed, about 8 minutes. Top with peanuts.     Join Video Fitness Coach today! LOSE WEIGHT * GET FIT Name: Email: I would like to watch an online class about: BURN THE FAT, FEED THE MUSCLE audio reply video reply Add a Comment

WEIGHT LOSS DINNER #9

WEIGHT LOSS DINNER #9 Maple lime salmon WEIGHT LOSS DINNER #9 Jan 5, '10 12:19 AM for everyone Maple lime salmon with cilantro couscous 1/4 cup whole-wheat couscous 1/4 cup water 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped Dash salt and pepper 1 Tbsp. maple syrup 1 lime, juiced 4 oz. salmon 1 cup frozen broccoli, microwaved/heated (or fresh!) 1 tsp. olive oil Put salmon on foil-lined cookie sheet. Mix maple syrup with lime juice, pour on salmon and broil for 8-12 minutes, until flakes with fork. Bring water and couscous to boil, remove from heat and cover for 12 minutes. Stir cilantro in couscous and serve with salmon and broccoli drizzled with olive oil. ------------------------------ LOOK WHAT I FOUND ON AMAZON GROCERY -- This is a pack of 8 for only $14: Hodgson Mill Whole Wheat Couscous with Flaxseed & Soy, 10-Ounce Units (Pack of 8) -----------------------------     Join Video Fitness Coach today! LOSE WEIGHT * GET FIT Name: Email: I would like to watch an online class about: BURN THE FAT, FEED THE MUSCLE Tags: salmon, lose weight, brown rice, weight loss, diet, health audio reply video reply Add a Comment

WEIGHT LOSS DINNER #10

WEIGHT LOSS DINNER #10 Lemon butter pasta with broccoli WEIGHT LOSS DINNER #10 Jan 5, '10 12:27 AM for everyone Lemon butter pasta with broccoli Vegetarian option 2 oz. uncooked whole grain penne pasta 1 tsp. olive oil 2 cups chopped broccoli 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup white beans, rinsed and drained 1 lemon, juice and zest 1 1/2 Tbsp. light butter-flavor margarine spread (trans-fat free) 1 Tbsp. pine nuts Boil pasta according to directions. Saute broccoli and garlic in olive oil until tender, about 6 minutes. Stir in lemon juice, zest and butter spread. Toss pasta in pan until coated in sauce. Top with pine nuts.     Join Video Fitness Coach today! LOSE WEIGHT * GET FIT Name: Email: I would like to watch an online class about: BURN THE FAT, FEED THE MUSCLE Tags: lose weight, pasta, pine nuts, weight loss, diet, health audio reply video reply Add a Comment

WEIGHT LOSS DINNER #11

WEIGHT LOSS DINNER #11 LENTIL SOUP WEIGHT LOSS DINNER #11 Jan 7, '10 3:34 PM for everyone LENTIL SOUP   The great thing about lentils is that they cook so much faster than other beans, because they are small.  You can add ham cubes to this soup too! 1 teaspoon Extra Virgin olive oil (OPTIONAL) 1 cup finely chopped onion 1/2 cup finely chopped carrot or 1/2 cup matchstick carrots 1/2 cup finely chopped celery 2 teaspoons salt or 1-2 Tbsp. chicken bouillon paste  OPTIONAL, ALWAYS TASTE BEFORE SALTING! 1 pound lentils, rinsed 1 cup peeled and chopped tomatoes or 2 can chopped tomatoes 2 quarts water 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground coriander   OPTIONAL 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground toasted cumin   OPTIONAL 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground grains of paradise   OPTIONAL EASY OPTION: Replace the carrots, celery, onion with a frozen multi-veg mix that includes onion, red/green peppers, and celery.  Most grocery stores carry these.  Makes the recipe very fast to prepare. Directions Place the olive oil into a large 6-quart Dutch oven and set over medium heat. Once hot, add the onion, carrot, celery and salt and sweat until the onions are translucent, approximately 6 to 7 minutes. Add the lentils, tomatoes, broth, coriander, cumin and grains of paradise and stir to combine. Increase the heat to high and bring just to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover and cook at a low simmer until the lentils are tender, approximately 35 to 40 minutes. OPTION: Using a stick blender, puree to your preferred consistency.     Join Video Fitness Coach today! LOSE WEIGHT * GET FIT Name: Email: I would like to watch an online class about: BURN THE FAT, FEED THE MUSCLE Tags: lose weight, bean soup, lentil, health, fiber, fitness, weight loss, diet, lentil soup, fat-free audio reply video reply Add a Comment

WEIGHT LOSS DINNER #12

WEIGHT LOSS DINNER #12 CREAMY CORN CHOWDER WEIGHT LOSS DINNER #12 Jan 7, '10 3:48 PM for everyone CREAMY CORN CHOWDER Ingredients 2 slices bacon, sliced in 1-inch strips 1/2 medium yellow onion, diced 1 jalapeno, seeded and diced  OPTIONAL, if you like spice! 1 russet potato, diced 1/2 small red pepper, diced 1/2 cup diced celery 3 cups corn, canned or frozen salt and pepper to taste 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves OPTIONAL 2 cups skim milk or 1 cup fat-free cream 3 cups chicken broth 2 cups shredded or diced cooked chicken breast Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish  OPTIONAL 1 lime, cut into wedges  OPTIONAL Quick 'n Easy Directions First, cook bacon until crispy. Put all ingredients except milk in large saucepan (or crock pot).  Cook until potatoes are soft. In a blender, puree 1/4 to 1/2 of the mixture and add back to the pan. (Pureeing is optional but it makes the soup creamier) Add milk and let simmer for about 5 minutes. Serve! OPTION:  Garnish each bowl with cooked bacon, fresh cilantro and a lime wedge.     Join Video Fitness Coach today! LOSE WEIGHT * GET FIT Name: Email: I would like to watch an online class about: BURN THE FAT, FEED THE MUSCLE Tags: lose weight, corn, health, fitness, fiber, corn chowder, weight loss, diet, soup audio reply video reply Add a Comment

WEIGHT LOSS DINNER #13

CHICKEN BARLEY SOUP WEIGHT LOSS DINNER #13 Mar 17, '10 9:02 PM for everyone This is the soup I made tonight for dinner.  My son and husband both love it.  I was teaching my P.E. Teachers at Birdville ISD last month, and we started talking about homemade soups because one of the teachers told me she's been eating Healthy Choice canned soups for lunch.    There's no reason to eat canned soups!    For the extra 5-10 minutes it takes to make homemade soup, it's SO WORTH IT and much healthier.  I started explaining how I make lots of different types of homemade soups, and the teachers were asking me to send them the recipes.  Well, I really just throw things together, and I've come up with some great creations that are healthy, high fiber, and low fat.  You can make them low-sodium too, if you limit the amount of broth/bouillon.    Almost all of my soups start with the same things: Tone's chicken broth paste (I buy this at Sam's, I can't find it anywhere else; Wal-Mart has a different brand called Superior Touch Better than Bouillon, it is in the soup aisle.  Refrigerate it after you open it.) Chopped onion (onion flakes if you are in a hurry) Celery Can of chicken breast After that, you can add any combinations of the following: Matchstick carrots (sometimes called julienne cut carrots), zucchini, yellow squash, can of diced tomatoes, broccoli, cauliflower, brown rice (Success brown rice, cooks in 10 mins), barley (Quaker Quick Barley, cooks in 10 mins), asparagus. Here's an example, the soup I made tonight.  I put it on the stove rather early, cooked the onion, celery, and carrots for awhile, then added the chicken and barley just 10 minutes before we were ready to eat.  Don't let the barley cook too long (same with brown rice).   CHICKEN BARLEY SOUP Water Chicken broth paste (add to taste, you will get used to the amounts you need for the taste you want; always put in less, you can add more at the end if you need to) 1/4 to 1/2 onion, chopped (don't use a whole onion even if you are making a whole pot, it will be too much) 1-2 stalks celery, chopped Handful of matchstick carrots 1 can chicken breast 1-2 "servings" of quick-cook barley (don't add until 10-15 minutes before you are ready to eat)     Join Video Fitness Coach today! LOSE WEIGHT * GET FIT Name: Email: I would like to watch an online class about: CLICK HERE TO BE MY BUDDY ON BEACHBODY! BESTSELLERS ON AMAZON: 'The UltraSimple Diet: Kick-Start Your Metabolism http://bit.ly/7kYYQ5 'You: On A Diet' -- By Dr. Oz http://bit.ly/6P7say 'Superfast Weight Loss for Women' http://bit.ly/79uy5F 'Joy's LIFE Diet: Four Steps to Thin Forever' http://bit.ly/4MZB0W 'Eat This, Not That! Thousands of Simple Food Swaps http://bit.ly/4M47RF HAVE YOU HEARD ABOUT MY DAILY BURN CHALLENGE? Open to anyone and goes through June 1st. Enroll now! Click below to join: http://dai lyburn.com/challenges/team_beachbody_fitness_usa_team_ beachbody_fitness_fanatics We just found DAILY BURN and and we love it! What a great tool. We need some Groupies!  It is VERY easy to use. DB adds up all your calories/fat/protein/carbs for the day. I am also teaching "21 Days to Fitness," my new web class. I will be taping it, then putting it online. If you are on my list, you'll get a notice for it. My list: http: //www.videohealthcoach.com/join.html BE MY BUDDY on Team Beachbody -- learn from the best of the best! The Beachbody Pros - Tony Horton, Chalene Johnson, Shaun T, Debbie Siebers! These are the people who train the top athletes and celebrities! CLICK HERE TO BE MY BUDDY: http://team beachbody.com/fitnessusa Did you know REV ABS was just released? Here's the 2-minute video:  http://www.fitness.supersi tesdirect.com/category/beachbody-product-videos/ You can also get the free training book "INSIDER SECRETS" that I gave out on January 1st to my Facebook Friends: http://www.videohealthcoach.com/insidersecrets.ht ml   Tags: chicken, barley, soup, diet, anitastone, videofitnesscoach, vegetables audio reply video reply Add a Comment

MANGOSTEEN — The Antioxidant Powerhouse

By Sara Lovelady   Healthnotes Newswire (February 18, 2010)—Just a few years ago, few Westerners had ever heard of a mangosteen, though the round, palm-sized fruit, with its dark-purple rind and delicate white flesh, has been savored in Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Vietnam, and Indonesia for thousands of years. Recently, however, the fruit has migrated west and exploded in popularity, thanks in no small part to its hefty concentration of antioxidants (which research shows may help slow the aging process).   An exotic source of antioxidants The flesh of the mangosteen has a delicate sweet-tart flavor. In Southeast Asia, it's usually eaten fresh as a delectable dessert. However, what has propelled the fruit to fame is its deep purple rind, which is packed with antioxidants called xanthones. Antioxidants help protect the body from free radicals, highly reactive compounds that interfere with cells' ability to function normally, and may lead to more than 60 different health conditions, including the aging process, cancer, and hardening of the arteries.   Just juice If you're looking for fresh mangosteen in the continental United States, you're out of luck. Due to concerns about foreign insects hitching a ride in the fruit, it's illegal to import mangosteen. However, you can still reap the benefits of the tasty fruit and its antioxidant-rich rind by drinking the juice. These days, you have your choice among many brands. Choose juices that blend the rind with the fruit to get the highest antioxidant content.   How much is enough? USDA research chemist Dr. Ronald Prior, with the Arkansas Children's Nutrition Center, recommends getting at least 10,000 ORAC units—the ability of an antioxidant to subdue oxygen free radicals in a test tube—a day. That's the amount you need to counteract the free radicals that your body creates when it metabolizes energy.   Prior explains, "After a meal, you see a decline in plasma antioxidant capacity. So we've taken those numbers and are relating the need for antioxidants based on the amount of energy consumed."   Popular mangosteen juices contain anywhere from 1,600 to 2,500 ORAC units per ounce of juice. Just remember, no supplement, even an antioxidant-rich fruit juice, is a substitute for a healthy diet. So boost your antioxidant intake with mangosteen juice, but keep eating those fruits and veggies too!   Sara Lovelady  She has written health-related articles for both consumer and trade publications, including Healthy Living, Holistic Primary Care, Nutraceuticals World, Natural Products Insider, and Food Product Design, and writes Tree of Life?s Healthy! monthly consumer newsletter, which is distributed to over one million people in over 1,000 natural food stores nationwide. In 2003, Ms. Lovelady founded Wordgirl®, a copywriting business that helps natural products companies successfully market their products. She earned her B.A. from Oberlin College and currently resides in beautiful Ashland, OR. Copyright © 2010   JOIN VIDEO FITNESS COACH TODAY! CLICK HERE!

WHICH FIBER FOODS SHOULD I EAT?

WHICH FIBER FOODS SHOULD I EAT? Jan 6, '10 12:10 AM for everyone Fiber has many health benefits, from lowering cholesterol levels to keeping you feeling full longer. Find out which high-fiber foods to add to your diet. ------------- If you're trying to diet and finding it too tough to restrict calories because you're always starving, fiber may be just what you're lacking. "It keeps you feeling fuller for longer," says Sandra Meyerowitz, MPH, RD, a nutritionist and owner of Nutrition Works in Louisville, Ky. "You don't get as hungry as quickly, so it helps when somebody's trying to cut back on calories." Fiber is a carbohydrate, but unlike other carbohydrates, it doesn't get broken down by your body, says Meyerowitz. Simple carbohydrates, continues Meyerowitz, don't offer the same filling benefits. "With fiber added in, you're more satisfied. Fiber doesn't make the blood sugar go up quite as quickly. It allows the sugar to get into your system more slowly," she explains. Beyond being a diet aid, there are many health benefits of fiber, including: Lowering cholesterol levels Improving digestion Reducing diabetes risk Improving heart health Reducing constipation Reducing the risk of diverticulitis (inflammation of the intestines) Maintaining steady control of blood sugar Fiber in the Diet: Where to Find Fiber Fiber is always found in edible plant materials and in the healthiest foods, like whole grains as well as fruits and vegetables. There are two types of fiber: soluble and insoluble. "They act differently in your body when they're being processed,â Meyerowitz explains. âSoluble fiber can be somewhat dissolved by water; insoluble fiber can't." It's best that you get the fiber you need each day from foods in your diet rather than supplements. Most people need between 20 and 35 grams of fiber each day. Some good fiber-rich food choices are: Whole-grain breads, cereals, and pastas Fruits and vegetables Brown rice Dried beans Oatmeal Popcorn Getting fiber is great, but don't suddenly jump on the fiber bandwagon and ramp up your intake all at once. Take it slowly, and gradually increase your fiber each day to prevent side effects like diarrhea, abdominal pain, bloating, and gas. Fiber in the Diet: Smart Choices Now that you know what foods are fiber-rich and good for you, it's time to start finding ways to work them into your daily meals and snacks. Try these tips to get more fiber every day: Have oatmeal or whole-grain cereal for breakfast; top with some fresh fruit. Eat fruits and veggies raw and with skins for more fiber (if appropriate). Snack on fruitsâ dried or fresh is fine. Have bulgur, barley, or couscous as a side dish. Munch on popcorn when you need a snack. Switch to brown rice from white rice. Replace white pasta with whole-wheat pasta in your favorite dish. Add vegetables to pastas and other dishes. Get a minimum of 2 cups of fruit and 2.5 cups of veggies every day. Choose those highest in fiber like pears, berries, apples, spinach, sweet potatoes, and peas. Have a bran muffin for breakfast or a snack. Fiber is filling, delicious, and one of the healthiest things you can eat. There are a lot of easy and tasty ways to make fiber a big part of every day, and you'll quickly reap the health benefits. It's a simple way to feel full, be fit, and get your body into a healthy shape. Last Updated: 09/22/2009 2010 EverydayHealth By Diana Rodriguez Medically reviewed by Pat F. Bass III, MD, MPHv Tags: lose weight, bran, health, fitness, fiber, barley, weight loss, apples, diet, pears Add a Comment

WHAT IS HEMP SEED?

Hemp is a high protein seed containing all nine of the essential amino acids (like flax). It also has high amounts of fatty acids and fiber as well as containing vitamin E and trace minerals. It has a balanced ratio of omega 3 to 6 fats at around a three to one ratio. Further the protein content of the hemp seed is supposed to be very digestible. Many people noted their personal experience of finding that hemp seed protein did not cause bloating or gas, like some of their whey, or other protein shakes did. And, get this, unlike soy which has super high amounts of phytic acid (that anti-nutrient that prevents us from absorbing minerals), hemp seed doesn't contain phytic acid. At the very least, this makes hemp seed a step up from soy. It contains a list of benefits including what I mentioned above plus including some others as well. Hemp seed contains: * All 20 amino acids, including the 9 essential amino acids (EAAs) our bodies cannot produce. * A high protein percentage of the simple proteins that strengthen immunity and fend off toxins. * Eating hemp seeds in any form could aid, if not heal, people suffering from immune deficiency diseases. This conclusion is supported by the fact that hemp seed has been used to treat nutritional deficiencies brought on by tuberculosis, a severe nutrition blocking disease that causes the body to waste away.3 * Nature's highest botanical source of essential fatty acid, with more essential fatty acid than flax or any other nut or seed oil. * A perfect 3:1 ratio of Omega-6 Linoleic Acid and Omega-3 Linolenic Acid – for cardiovascular health and general strengthening of the immune system. * A superior vegetarian source of protein considered easily digestible. * A rich source of phytonutrients, the disease-protective element of plants with benefits protecting your immunity, bloodstream, tissues, cells, skin, organs and mitochondria. * The richest known source of polyunsaturated essential fatty acids. Click here to see how hemp seed is sold. ANITA STONE http://www.videofitnesscoach.com http://www.beachbodycoach.com/fitnessusa

THE LOVABLE LITTLE EGG

You could say that it's a universally favorite food; it's a staple at most breakfasts and also makes a great snack.   It's tasty, it's small, and it packs a punch in terms of nutrition; besides these advantages, it's easy to cook and can be enjoyed in a variety of ways.   There have been recent arguments over the egg being a healthy food choice because of the large amount of fat it contains for its relatively small size and because its yolk was thought to raise your bad (LDL) cholesterol levels.   But the truth is that saturated fats do more damage to your cholesterol levels than eggs, so if you're an egg aficionado like me, here are a few more reasons to enjoy an egg a day: They are rich sources of choline which is great for your brain, central nervous system and your heart. They are rich in protein and amino acids and so help build and repair tissue and cells. They help your hair grow thick and luxuriant and your nails long and strong because of their sulfur content. Besides this, they also contain B12 and other vitamins and minerals that are good for your hair and nails. Eggs are naturally rich in Vitamin D, the mineral which helps your body absorb and assimilate calcium better. Calcium is necessary for strong bones and muscles. Eating eggs regularly helps prevent heart attacks and blood clots that may lead to strokes. Eggs are a good source of polyunsaturated fats which are much better for us that saturated fats which lead to high levels of LDL or bad cholesterol. Eggs have been known to improve your eyesight and prevent cataract and other eye diseases. They are rich in Vitamin E which has antioxidant properties and reduces the formation of free radicals in your body. They are rich in zinc and iron which boost your immune system and enhance the formation of red blood corpuscles in your body respectively. Since eggs tend to host salmonella and other bacteria, cook them well before eating them. You may like your yolk very soft, but the risk of an infection is not worth it. Also, if you do have a history of cardiac disease, it's best to limit yourself to 1 egg a day --  if you're eating the yolk too – the albumin (or white) of an egg does not contain any cholesterol or fat.   This post is contributed by Shannon Wills, who writes on the topic of x ray technician schools . She welcomes you comments at her email: shannonwills23  a t   gmail.com