Okay, this is not necessarily a food review but this is more of a 'what is Quinoa'. However, I do love eating Quinoa. I tried the Red Quinoa and it wasn't doing nothing but making my tastebuds yearn for mouthwash. I didn't like it. But the regular (white) Quinoa is really good. I cook mine with plain water or chicken broth/stock. Sometimes I buy the Trader Joe's Brand Fire Roasted Peppers & Onions and stick 1/4 cup in the boiling water to flavor and cook with the Quinoa. Excellent!
From Winkipedia (6/16/10 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quinoa )
Quinoa (pronounced /ˈkiːnoʊ.ə/ or /kwɨˈnoʊ.ə/, Spanish quinua, from Quechua kinwa), a species of goosefoot (Chenopodium), is a grain-like crop grown primarily for its edible seeds. It is a pseudocereal rather than a true cereal, or grain, as it is not a member of the grass family. As a chenopod, quinoa is closely related to species such as beets, spinach, and tumbleweeds. Its leaves are also eaten as a leaf vegetable, much like amaranth, but the commercial availability of quinoa greens is currently limited.
Nutritional value
Quinoa was of great nutritional importance in pre-Columbian Andean civilizations, being secondary only to the potato, and was followed in importance by maize. In contemporary times, this crop has become highly appreciated for its nutritional value, as its protein content is very high (12%–18%). Unlike wheat or rice (which are low in lysine), quinoa contains a balanced set of essential amino acids for humans, making it an unusually complete protein source among plant foods.[4] It is a good source of dietary fiber and phosphorus and is high in magnesium and iron. Quinoa is gluten-free and considered easy to digest. Because of all these characteristics, quinoa is being considered a possible crop in NASA's Controlled Ecological Life Support System for long-duration manned spaceflights.[4]
Preperation
Quinoa has a light, fluffy texture when cooked, and its mild, slightly nutty flavor makes it an alternative to white rice or couscous.
Vegetables and seasonings can also be added to make a wide range of dishes. Chicken or vegetable stock can be substituted for water during cooking, adding flavor. It is also suited to vegetable pilafs, complementing bitter greens like kale.
Quinoa can serve as a high-protein breakfast food mixed with honey, almonds, or berries; it is also sold as a dry product, much like corn flakes.
Quinoa flour can be used in wheat-based and gluten-free baking. For the latter, it can be combined with sorghum flour, tapioca, and potato starch to create a nutritious gluten-free baking mix. A suggested mix is three parts quinoa flour, three parts sorghum flour, two parts potato starch, and one part tapioca starch. Quinoa flour can be used as a filling for chocolate.
Quinoa may be germinated in its raw form to boost its nutritional value. Germination activates its natural enzymes and multiplies its vitamin content.[6] In fact, quinoa has a notably short germination period: Only 2–4 hours resting in a glass of clean water is enough to make it sprout and release gases, as opposed to, e.g., 12 hours overnight with wheat. This process, besides its nutritional enhancements, softens the grains, making them suitable to be added to salads and other cold foods.
Thursday, August 26, 2010
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Almost at my 1st halfway mark *update*
**Update #2: I did it. Today we 'weighed-out' and I did it. I lost the 1lb and officially at the 20lb mark. So from Monday til today, I've lost 3lbs in 4 days. Now I will work on my next 20. I'm waiting for one more person to 'weigh-out' before I can say who the winner is...so far I'm #1. Wish me luck. I need the money....our vet bill is over $800.00 so...it will help.**
I'm telling you...no i'm preaching to you....Gluten free is working.
I've been committing myself to it and this morning when I weighed myself, I lost 2lbs since Monday. I am officially in another bracket xx9.8 lbs to be exact. So what if it's .2 away from where I was at. It's whole 'nother number. =)
I have 1lb to go by tomorrow (hopefully) to be at minus 20 for our weight challenge. I know if I would have worked out as I plan to in my head....i would've blown away everyone else and lost a lot more. But that's okay. I still have made huge progress. Another girl told me she lost 24 as of Monday. BOO! haha
For myself, changing my eating and sticking to what i am suppose to stick to is priority #1. There's no sense in workign out and having a crappy eating habit. For myself, I have to get into my routine and make sure I stick to it or I end up craving all the bad gluten-laden foods and sabotage myself and my thyroid.
So here are some of my competing priorities (because they all one day will be grouped under #1).
So we shall see who is tomorrow's winner. Of course, I hope it's me because I can use that scrilla!
I'm telling you...no i'm preaching to you....Gluten free is working.
I've been committing myself to it and this morning when I weighed myself, I lost 2lbs since Monday. I am officially in another bracket xx9.8 lbs to be exact. So what if it's .2 away from where I was at. It's whole 'nother number. =)
I have 1lb to go by tomorrow (hopefully) to be at minus 20 for our weight challenge. I know if I would have worked out as I plan to in my head....i would've blown away everyone else and lost a lot more. But that's okay. I still have made huge progress. Another girl told me she lost 24 as of Monday. BOO! haha
For myself, changing my eating and sticking to what i am suppose to stick to is priority #1. There's no sense in workign out and having a crappy eating habit. For myself, I have to get into my routine and make sure I stick to it or I end up craving all the bad gluten-laden foods and sabotage myself and my thyroid.
So here are some of my competing priorities (because they all one day will be grouped under #1).
- Commit to being Gluten Free, Soy Free
- Drink a minimum of 100oz of Water per day
- Eat more organic (I have started this already with Eggs, Milk, Chicken)
- Workout a minimum of 5 days then increase to 6 days (this is a need)
So we shall see who is tomorrow's winner. Of course, I hope it's me because I can use that scrilla!
Monday, August 23, 2010
Almost at my 1st halfway mark
This morning I thought I was doing pretty foul. Then I stepped on the scale and looked. I am only 3lbs away from losing 20!
I haven't done my cardio like I would like but mentally I am! =)
Here are my goals broken down:
1 -Lose 20 Check! 8/26/10
2 - Lose another 20 (making 40)
3 - Lose another 'nother 20 (making 60)
4 - Lose yet another 20 (making 80)
5 - Lose the last 8 (total of 88)
It may seem like I don't need to lose that much and maybe I don't. I have a big ol' booty, calves, thighs so I'm not concerned that I will look like skelator. (well, actually skelator is pretty buff so that's a bad example)
I definitely do not want or see my body like this:
Way too drastic. You know when you see people and they lose hella weight and they just look shot! Yea, I'm not gunning for that. I do however, would like to be toned and athletic looking like Sara Ramirez:
She looks nice in a dress and hasn't lost her curves.
So I will see if my total goal (including the 17 I've lost so far) is either 61 or 71.
Either way..in any case..I'm on my way.
I haven't done my cardio like I would like but mentally I am! =)
Here are my goals broken down:
1 -
2 - Lose another 20 (making 40)
3 - Lose another 'nother 20 (making 60)
4 - Lose yet another 20 (making 80)
5 - Lose the last 8 (total of 88)
It may seem like I don't need to lose that much and maybe I don't. I have a big ol' booty, calves, thighs so I'm not concerned that I will look like skelator. (well, actually skelator is pretty buff so that's a bad example)
I definitely do not want or see my body like this:
Way too drastic. You know when you see people and they lose hella weight and they just look shot! Yea, I'm not gunning for that. I do however, would like to be toned and athletic looking like Sara Ramirez:
She looks nice in a dress and hasn't lost her curves.
So I will see if my total goal (including the 17 I've lost so far) is either 61 or 71.
Either way..in any case..I'm on my way.
Sunday, August 22, 2010
Food Review: Colbys Kettle Corn - Cinnamon Sugar
Yesterday we had a big ol' get together.
My cousin brought over this bag of popcorn and told me: "Look it's gluten free! You can have some." haha so funny that my family looks at that and thinks of me.
I tried it and it was really really good!
Her friend from work gave it to her and I have no clue where to buy it locally.
https://www.colbyskettlecorn.com/corn.html
If you find it.....let me know or you can order through their website.
My cousin brought over this bag of popcorn and told me: "Look it's gluten free! You can have some." haha so funny that my family looks at that and thinks of me.
I tried it and it was really really good!
Her friend from work gave it to her and I have no clue where to buy it locally.
https://www.colbyskettlecorn.com/corn.html
If you find it.....let me know or you can order through their website.
Friday, August 20, 2010
Vitamin Review: Bee Pollen Granules
I took my mom to her Dr. appt today at Kaiser for an MRI and while she was in the room, I took a quick trip to the Farmer's Market they have every Friday.
I got some fresh fruit, GF cookies and I came up on a midnight clear....wrong song. I came up on a stand from "Small Bees" http://www.smallbees.com/ (not much up yet but if your in San Jo, go check them out at the Farmer's Market).
I asked what the bottle was (Honey Bee Pollen) for. The girl said it' helps your immune system and such. Take a teaspoon and put in your coffee (which I desperately need to lay off of) or tea and it will dissolve.
I bought a 4oz bottle for $5.00 (good deal and saves me on shipping if you google and try to buy online). I came back to work, tasted it. It tasted like nothing really. I google'd Bee Pollen Granules and some articles came up.
From http://www.bee-pollen-health.com/ (8/20/10 1:45pm):
What's In Bee Pollen? Bee pollen contains an incredible array of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, enzymes, co-enzymes, and hormones. It is especially rich in B vitamins and antioxidants, including lycopene, selenium, beta carotene, vitamin C, vitamin E, and several flavanoids. It is composed of 55% carbohydrates, 35% protein, 3% vitamins and minerals, 2% fatty acids, and 5% other substances. Overall, it's one of the most nutritionally complete natural substances found on earth.
What Will Bee Pollen Do for Me? When you first start taking bee pollen you may feel a significant increase in your energy right away, definitely within a week or so. Over time the consistent use of pollen will improve your energy, stamina, and endurance. You'll also probably notice a greater feeling of general well-being. Over the long-term, regular consumption of bee pollen will help alleviate many different health problems, slow down the aging process, and improve your quality of life.
The first I looked at was from http://www.livestrong.com/article/97342-benefits-taking-bee-pollen-granules/ (which I really like, they have so much info and it's just great! So go bookmark it). Here are some snippets from http://www.livestrong.com/ (as of 8/20/10 2:00pm)
Taking bee pollen granules is a form of apitherapy, which means using products from honeybees to promote human health. Although the bees eat the bee pollen granules, they produce an excess that the hive keeper harvests for human consumption.
Energy and Health - With a full spectrum of amino acids and 25 percent protein content, bee pollen may boost your energy levels and contribute to a healthy diet. In addition to protein, the American Apitherapy Society (AAS) reports that bee pollen contains healthy enzymes, antioxidants and other nutrients. The AAS suggests that 2 tsp. bee pollen granules equal the nutrition in an entire serving of vegetables.
Allergies - Consuming bee pollen may desensitize some individuals against airborne pollen allergens. By consuming trace amounts of the allergen present in bee pollen, over a period of weeks or months, you may desensitize your body against its allergic effects. This may be more effective if the beehive exists within a few miles of your home, because bees travel approximately two miles on pollen-gathering journeys. Local bee pollen is more likely to contain traces of the specific pollen that triggers your allergies. The Drugs website reports that although bee pollen may reduce hay fever, the risk of a severe allergic reaction exists. (The bottle I got is from a local place in Los Gatos, CA)
Other Medical Conditions - Taking bee pollen may be beneficial in the treatment of other medical conditions, suggests the Apitherapy Society, but consult your physician before using bee pollen to replace traditional medicines. You may experience relief from fatigue, anorexia, obesity, depression, varicose veins, infertility and high cholesterol, although the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not endorse bee pollen for these conditions.
The second site I visited was: http://www.ehow.com/way_5207185_do-bee-pollen-granules.html
Here are snippets from them (8/20/10 2:20pm):
Bee pollen is a superfood that provides you with all of the essential vitamins, minerals and anti-oxidants that your body needs to be healthy. That's why bee pollen granules are in such high demand. Even better than other superfoods like flax seed and walnuts, bee pollen granules are a complete food, encompassing essential nutrients.
Bee Pollen Granules - Bee pollen granules should be taken in full granule form for the best benefits. An adult can take a teaspoon of bee pollen granules each day and see a differences. For a weight lifter or other athletes, 4-6 tsp per day is appropriate. For allergy symptoms, you can take one teaspoon in the morning and one at night. Bee pollen granules are completely safe, so you don't need to worry about taking too many. For a child, you may want to start out with a smaller dosage, like four granules a day, building up to a half teaspoon.
Drinks - If you have problems with taking the bee pollen granules on their own, you can mix them into protein shakes and smoothies. Remember to still use them in a whole granule form. You can try a morning protein drink with one egg, a cup of orange juice, a tablespoon of honey and a teaspoon of bee pollen granules for a quick morning drink. Anytime you make a fruit smoothie, you can add a teaspoon of bee pollen granules to get the full benefit of a teaspoon per day
Foods - With a little imagination, you can find delicious ways to take your bee pollen granules every day to get the maximum benefit. If you eat cereal every morning, try sprinkling your bee pollen granules on top. You might even try putting your bee pollen in popcorn. Try taking 1/2 C of uncooked popcorn, 1/3 C vegetable oil, 1 tsp of your bee pollen granules and 1 tsp of both salt and sugar. Just heat the oil and then add the popcorn; when it's popped, you can sprinkle the bee pollen, salt and sugar over the popcorn for a treat that is extremely healthy.
And yes, i've even seen recipes for Bee Pollen Granules.
To be safe, ask your doctor before using this....don't want you to break out in hives! ha get it? oh, you'll get it later. =)
I got some fresh fruit, GF cookies and I came up on a midnight clear....wrong song. I came up on a stand from "Small Bees" http://www.smallbees.com/ (not much up yet but if your in San Jo, go check them out at the Farmer's Market).
I asked what the bottle was (Honey Bee Pollen) for. The girl said it' helps your immune system and such. Take a teaspoon and put in your coffee (which I desperately need to lay off of) or tea and it will dissolve.
I bought a 4oz bottle for $5.00 (good deal and saves me on shipping if you google and try to buy online). I came back to work, tasted it. It tasted like nothing really. I google'd Bee Pollen Granules and some articles came up.
From http://www.bee-pollen-health.com/ (8/20/10 1:45pm):
What's In Bee Pollen? Bee pollen contains an incredible array of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, enzymes, co-enzymes, and hormones. It is especially rich in B vitamins and antioxidants, including lycopene, selenium, beta carotene, vitamin C, vitamin E, and several flavanoids. It is composed of 55% carbohydrates, 35% protein, 3% vitamins and minerals, 2% fatty acids, and 5% other substances. Overall, it's one of the most nutritionally complete natural substances found on earth.
What Will Bee Pollen Do for Me? When you first start taking bee pollen you may feel a significant increase in your energy right away, definitely within a week or so. Over time the consistent use of pollen will improve your energy, stamina, and endurance. You'll also probably notice a greater feeling of general well-being. Over the long-term, regular consumption of bee pollen will help alleviate many different health problems, slow down the aging process, and improve your quality of life.
The first I looked at was from http://www.livestrong.com/article/97342-benefits-taking-bee-pollen-granules/ (which I really like, they have so much info and it's just great! So go bookmark it). Here are some snippets from http://www.livestrong.com/ (as of 8/20/10 2:00pm)
Taking bee pollen granules is a form of apitherapy, which means using products from honeybees to promote human health. Although the bees eat the bee pollen granules, they produce an excess that the hive keeper harvests for human consumption.
Energy and Health - With a full spectrum of amino acids and 25 percent protein content, bee pollen may boost your energy levels and contribute to a healthy diet. In addition to protein, the American Apitherapy Society (AAS) reports that bee pollen contains healthy enzymes, antioxidants and other nutrients. The AAS suggests that 2 tsp. bee pollen granules equal the nutrition in an entire serving of vegetables.
Allergies - Consuming bee pollen may desensitize some individuals against airborne pollen allergens. By consuming trace amounts of the allergen present in bee pollen, over a period of weeks or months, you may desensitize your body against its allergic effects. This may be more effective if the beehive exists within a few miles of your home, because bees travel approximately two miles on pollen-gathering journeys. Local bee pollen is more likely to contain traces of the specific pollen that triggers your allergies. The Drugs website reports that although bee pollen may reduce hay fever, the risk of a severe allergic reaction exists. (The bottle I got is from a local place in Los Gatos, CA)
Other Medical Conditions - Taking bee pollen may be beneficial in the treatment of other medical conditions, suggests the Apitherapy Society, but consult your physician before using bee pollen to replace traditional medicines. You may experience relief from fatigue, anorexia, obesity, depression, varicose veins, infertility and high cholesterol, although the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not endorse bee pollen for these conditions.
Side Bustin: So, FDA, hmmm....sometimes I'm not so sure about the approval. I mean they say that processed junk is ok (Aspartame etc).Taking Bee Pollen - You may chew the small golden granules; they have a slightly sweet and mildly woody flavor. You can also grind them into a fine powder in a food processor or a coffee grinder and stir into yogurt or add to juices or fruit smoothies
The second site I visited was: http://www.ehow.com/way_5207185_do-bee-pollen-granules.html
Here are snippets from them (8/20/10 2:20pm):
Bee pollen is a superfood that provides you with all of the essential vitamins, minerals and anti-oxidants that your body needs to be healthy. That's why bee pollen granules are in such high demand. Even better than other superfoods like flax seed and walnuts, bee pollen granules are a complete food, encompassing essential nutrients.
Bee Pollen Granules - Bee pollen granules should be taken in full granule form for the best benefits. An adult can take a teaspoon of bee pollen granules each day and see a differences. For a weight lifter or other athletes, 4-6 tsp per day is appropriate. For allergy symptoms, you can take one teaspoon in the morning and one at night. Bee pollen granules are completely safe, so you don't need to worry about taking too many. For a child, you may want to start out with a smaller dosage, like four granules a day, building up to a half teaspoon.
Drinks - If you have problems with taking the bee pollen granules on their own, you can mix them into protein shakes and smoothies. Remember to still use them in a whole granule form. You can try a morning protein drink with one egg, a cup of orange juice, a tablespoon of honey and a teaspoon of bee pollen granules for a quick morning drink. Anytime you make a fruit smoothie, you can add a teaspoon of bee pollen granules to get the full benefit of a teaspoon per day
Foods - With a little imagination, you can find delicious ways to take your bee pollen granules every day to get the maximum benefit. If you eat cereal every morning, try sprinkling your bee pollen granules on top. You might even try putting your bee pollen in popcorn. Try taking 1/2 C of uncooked popcorn, 1/3 C vegetable oil, 1 tsp of your bee pollen granules and 1 tsp of both salt and sugar. Just heat the oil and then add the popcorn; when it's popped, you can sprinkle the bee pollen, salt and sugar over the popcorn for a treat that is extremely healthy.
And yes, i've even seen recipes for Bee Pollen Granules.
To be safe, ask your doctor before using this....don't want you to break out in hives! ha get it? oh, you'll get it later. =)
GF Dinner Party
Well I considered it a party!
I had some friends over last night for a small dinner party. I made those min-turkey meatloafs in muffin pans (topped with a tomatoe/chipotle paste mix) and instead of the rolled oats, I used GF Bread Crumbs (Tortilla crumbs) so it was 100% GF! I also made some Sweet Potatoe Fries (eh, they were ok, but I'm supposed to not eat it so much), broccoli and Quinoa Corn Salad.
My friends have never ever had or tried Quinoa and I made a salad that I had never made before in my life. I tossed cooked quinoa with a can of rinsed black beans and a jar of that Trader Joe's Corn Salsa (No tomatoes) and it was like a sweet and spicy kind of taste. They liked it and even had seconds!
I also had a flourless GF Chocolae Torte. I had some organic blueberries that I bought at Sunday's Farmer's Market and some walnuts. Oh and I made them some fresh whipped cream.
Drinks we had a virgin cocktail. Trader Joe's Mineral water (which I just love) and some Cranberry Juice (no sugar added).
So that was my GF dinner party. =)
I had some friends over last night for a small dinner party. I made those min-turkey meatloafs in muffin pans (topped with a tomatoe/chipotle paste mix) and instead of the rolled oats, I used GF Bread Crumbs (Tortilla crumbs) so it was 100% GF! I also made some Sweet Potatoe Fries (eh, they were ok, but I'm supposed to not eat it so much), broccoli and Quinoa Corn Salad.
My friends have never ever had or tried Quinoa and I made a salad that I had never made before in my life. I tossed cooked quinoa with a can of rinsed black beans and a jar of that Trader Joe's Corn Salsa (No tomatoes) and it was like a sweet and spicy kind of taste. They liked it and even had seconds!
I also had a flourless GF Chocolae Torte. I had some organic blueberries that I bought at Sunday's Farmer's Market and some walnuts. Oh and I made them some fresh whipped cream.
Drinks we had a virgin cocktail. Trader Joe's Mineral water (which I just love) and some Cranberry Juice (no sugar added).
So that was my GF dinner party. =)
Thursday, August 19, 2010
GF Dinner Tonight
My friends had me over for dinner the other night. I injured my back and went anyhow. Well my friends wanted to take a walk so I went. Walking. Like a Robot.
I joked and said I should've worn my heels so I'd have an excuse to not walk. lol But it was good, and my back felt a little better.
So because we were eating healthy and they hosted, I suggested that I make dinner tonight. I'll be making Mini Turkey Meatloafs: http://lo-hypothyroidism.blogspot.com/2009/09/gluten-free-recipe-taras-turkey-mini.html
And yes....we will be walking again tonight after dinner, a little farther but tonight I will have my jacket because it's been a bit nipply in the evening.
Side dishes....not sure. I'm not much into mashed potatoes. But I have been wanting to try Mashed Cauliflower. I think I'll go google some GF Side Dishes.
I joked and said I should've worn my heels so I'd have an excuse to not walk. lol But it was good, and my back felt a little better.
So because we were eating healthy and they hosted, I suggested that I make dinner tonight. I'll be making Mini Turkey Meatloafs: http://lo-hypothyroidism.blogspot.com/2009/09/gluten-free-recipe-taras-turkey-mini.html
And yes....we will be walking again tonight after dinner, a little farther but tonight I will have my jacket because it's been a bit nipply in the evening.
Side dishes....not sure. I'm not much into mashed potatoes. But I have been wanting to try Mashed Cauliflower. I think I'll go google some GF Side Dishes.
Recipe: Quinoa & Corn Salsa Salad
The Title makes it sound gross but really it's not.
This is a broke-down version of a recipe. I was at Trader Joe's last night with my friend and she grabbed a sample of Quinoa Salad that was just made. She wasn't adventerous and decided to give it to me.
But I love Quinoa and it was really good.
Recipe: They mixed a can of (rinsed) black beans, cooked Quinoa and Trader Joe's Corn Chili Salsa (no tomatoes). It was a protein/fiber packed spicy/sweetness taste that was different.
So I bought the Corn Salsa. I already have Quinoa and Black Beans in my pantry.
I think I'll make it for dinner tomorrow with some baked chicken.
This is a broke-down version of a recipe. I was at Trader Joe's last night with my friend and she grabbed a sample of Quinoa Salad that was just made. She wasn't adventerous and decided to give it to me.
But I love Quinoa and it was really good.
Recipe: They mixed a can of (rinsed) black beans, cooked Quinoa and Trader Joe's Corn Chili Salsa (no tomatoes). It was a protein/fiber packed spicy/sweetness taste that was different.
So I bought the Corn Salsa. I already have Quinoa and Black Beans in my pantry.
I think I'll make it for dinner tomorrow with some baked chicken.
Food Review: Enviro Kidz Organic Gorilla Munch Cereal
OHMG, I just realized why I was so infatuated with SilverBack Gorillas! Because I LOVE Gorilla Munch Cereal!
There are no artificial preservatives or additives.
It's Gluten Free (however it is made in a facility that uses peanuts, tree nuts & soy).
Low Sodium.
Ingredients: Organic Corn Meal, Organic Evaporated Cane Juice, Sea Salt
Nutrition Facts: 3/4 Cup = 120 cal; 5 cal from fat; total fat: 0g; 2g Fiber; 8g Sugar; 2g protein
Now, I know I previously have said, No Evaporated Cane Juice, but I don't eat it much, it's not a sugary cereal and yes i'm bending my own rules. =)
It's really good though. Like a grown-up version of Kix cereal (if you were ever on welfare, that's the cereal you would love to get!....well for me at least).
They have other products too that I like and have bought . Check them out at: http://www.naturespath.com/
There are no artificial preservatives or additives.
It's Gluten Free (however it is made in a facility that uses peanuts, tree nuts & soy).
Low Sodium.
Ingredients: Organic Corn Meal, Organic Evaporated Cane Juice, Sea Salt
Nutrition Facts: 3/4 Cup = 120 cal; 5 cal from fat; total fat: 0g; 2g Fiber; 8g Sugar; 2g protein
Now, I know I previously have said, No Evaporated Cane Juice, but I don't eat it much, it's not a sugary cereal and yes i'm bending my own rules. =)
It's really good though. Like a grown-up version of Kix cereal (if you were ever on welfare, that's the cereal you would love to get!....well for me at least).
They have other products too that I like and have bought . Check them out at: http://www.naturespath.com/
Thursday, August 12, 2010
This is not just Indigestion....
My day started off with me waking up at 4:30am. Don't mind the fact that I couldn't go to sleep until about 2am.
Phones were down at work today, I got a call at 7am. I don't start work until 9....so my day was early!
I made a pot of Coffee(1), although i put a little more than 4 cups of water, it made barely 2 cups of coffee. I had Vanilla Nut Creamer(2) and I admit a spoonfulandahalf of Sugar(3).
I went to work on getting my curls straightened and then i noticed some breakage in my hair. Either A...it was new hair a'growin' or B...part of the strand said I'm out this...and skee-daddled. I arrived at work and told my friend to check out my findings...while I was looking for them in her mirror our manager walked and i was so embarrased. I just had to tell her why I was standing in an office at 9am in the morning with both me and my friend checking my scalp. lol We washed our hands okay?!
hmmm i kinda lost my thought about why im writing this.
Okay, so I had nothing but that Coffee(1) to drink and at 11am I was starvin'! My first...ok...second mistake was asking my pregnant friend-worker (that's gonna be my new word for friends who happen to be co-workers) to go get something. We did major damage. We went to Five Guys Burger and Fries. I know! I know! Just the name should have scared me off. What healthy, gluten-free, soy-free, non-processed, organic choices are really on that menu? Nada. Although it was good when i first ate it. My stomach feels like....well you know the saying...a picture is worth 1,000 words? Well:
What that looks like is what if feels like. I had the Bacon(4) Cheese(5) Burger(6) of course on regular white bun(7) and cajun(8) fries.
And because I feel the need to burp to feel better, I had to get a Pepsi(9)
to help the burping process since there are no Trader Joe's close enough for me to drink their fabulous Mineral Water.
I should have followed the voices in back of my head that told me to eat like:
Phones were down at work today, I got a call at 7am. I don't start work until 9....so my day was early!
I made a pot of Coffee(1), although i put a little more than 4 cups of water, it made barely 2 cups of coffee. I had Vanilla Nut Creamer(2) and I admit a spoonfulandahalf of Sugar(3).
I went to work on getting my curls straightened and then i noticed some breakage in my hair. Either A...it was new hair a'growin' or B...part of the strand said I'm out this...and skee-daddled. I arrived at work and told my friend to check out my findings...while I was looking for them in her mirror our manager walked and i was so embarrased. I just had to tell her why I was standing in an office at 9am in the morning with both me and my friend checking my scalp. lol We washed our hands okay?!
hmmm i kinda lost my thought about why im writing this.
Okay, so I had nothing but that Coffee(1) to drink and at 11am I was starvin'! My first...ok...second mistake was asking my pregnant friend-worker (that's gonna be my new word for friends who happen to be co-workers) to go get something. We did major damage. We went to Five Guys Burger and Fries. I know! I know! Just the name should have scared me off. What healthy, gluten-free, soy-free, non-processed, organic choices are really on that menu? Nada. Although it was good when i first ate it. My stomach feels like....well you know the saying...a picture is worth 1,000 words? Well:
What that looks like is what if feels like. I had the Bacon(4) Cheese(5) Burger(6) of course on regular white bun(7) and cajun(8) fries.
And because I feel the need to burp to feel better, I had to get a Pepsi(9)
I should have followed the voices in back of my head that told me to eat like:
You may be wondering why my sudden fascination with Silverback Gorilla's. I have no answer except all the pictures I see lately pretty much explain what I'm trying to say. So I'm going with it.
Also...the numbers [(1) through (9)] are meant to represent areas that need to be paid special attention to at a Crime Scene.
Friday, August 6, 2010
Food Review: Mary's Gone Crackers
I went to see my Doctor this past week and I told her I started to change my diet by going Gluten Free. She said hold on and walked out of the office.
Although I know i didn't win Publishers Clearing House.....she came back in with a little box. She said for me to try these Gluten Free crackers.
I did. And they were good. It's made with Brown Rice, Quinoa, Flax Seed and Sesame Seed. It has a really nutty crunch to it.
She said she's Gluten Free and she bought them at Whole Foods. So last night I was at Whole Foods looking for a Vanilla Bean and I found the crackers. They come in a couple of other variety's but these were good to start off with.
Looking at the box she has some links: http://www.marysgonecrackers.blogspot.com/ and http://www.marysgonecrackers.com/
I love how on the side bar it says: Organic, Kosher, non-GMO, whole grain, made with love...etc
It contains 450mg of omega-3 fatty acids per serving (6 crackers per serving; 140 cal, 45 cal from fat, 3g fiber, 0g sugar, 3g protein)
I suggest you try it. Its cruncy and tasty. I will be buying these again.
Although I know i didn't win Publishers Clearing House.....she came back in with a little box. She said for me to try these Gluten Free crackers.
I did. And they were good. It's made with Brown Rice, Quinoa, Flax Seed and Sesame Seed. It has a really nutty crunch to it.
She said she's Gluten Free and she bought them at Whole Foods. So last night I was at Whole Foods looking for a Vanilla Bean and I found the crackers. They come in a couple of other variety's but these were good to start off with.
Looking at the box she has some links: http://www.marysgonecrackers.blogspot.com/ and http://www.marysgonecrackers.com/
I love how on the side bar it says: Organic, Kosher, non-GMO, whole grain, made with love...etc
It contains 450mg of omega-3 fatty acids per serving (6 crackers per serving; 140 cal, 45 cal from fat, 3g fiber, 0g sugar, 3g protein)
I suggest you try it. Its cruncy and tasty. I will be buying these again.
Thursday, August 5, 2010
Workouts
My workouts have been slim to none lately. Unless you count certain things as extra curricular activities. Say walking from 1 end of this huge arse building (Team A to Team D) at work to the other only to have to go back to my desk in Team A near the lobby back to Team D. Or when I forgot my glasses in the car. Or when I went to Team D to help a co-worker and went to fill up my water bottle in Team B/C but left it at a cubicle in Team D and was already in Team A so i had to walk back get it then i walked past the water system and ended up in Team A and had to go back to Team B/C to get water then go back to my desk.
That stuff kinda counts right?
So i've been overworking myself with work and its been a little stressful with some personal decisions i have to make and i have a few monkeys on my back....more like a silver back.
So basically i've been not putting out what i had committed to recently.
I have P90X becuase I was watching an infomerical on one of my insomniatic nights and I bought it at 3:45am one time. I've only popped a few of the disks in a few times. They are good but I just loose focus sometimes.
Now I have Insanity. This is 60 days and supposed to be intense. My knee's been aching (really it has) and I can't find my dang knee brace! Guess I'll have to ice and and I want to try this program this weekend.
Wish me luck!
That stuff kinda counts right?
So i've been overworking myself with work and its been a little stressful with some personal decisions i have to make and i have a few monkeys on my back....more like a silver back.
So basically i've been not putting out what i had committed to recently.
I have P90X becuase I was watching an infomerical on one of my insomniatic nights and I bought it at 3:45am one time. I've only popped a few of the disks in a few times. They are good but I just loose focus sometimes.
Now I have Insanity. This is 60 days and supposed to be intense. My knee's been aching (really it has) and I can't find my dang knee brace! Guess I'll have to ice and and I want to try this program this weekend.
Wish me luck!
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