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Table of Contents
What Is Cellulite?
Cures & Treatments
Drugs or Cosmetics?
Topical Treatment
Body Wrapping
Electric Muscle Stimulation
Liposuction
Glossary
Resources
Introduction To Cellulite
In our never ending search for the illusive “Fountain of Youth,” nothing strikes a chord like the term “cellulite.” Interestingly, the term “cellulite” was first introduced to us by a fashion magazine. That fact is sufficient to generate speculation among opposing sides to this controversial subject.
What we endeavor to present here is an overview of the facts surrounding “cellulite” with an eye toward education. We make no recommendations nor endorsements as to the efficacy of any products that may be mentioned, nor do we recommend or endorse any particular treatments that we might discuss.
We hope to present the pros and cons of the arguments and allow you to make your own determination and course of action.
It is interesting to note that nearly two decades ago, The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) stated that "there is no medical condition known or described as cellulite in this country.”
Because there is no official medical term for the conditions, does that mean that there can be a “cure?” Apparently so, as evidenced by the thousands of products and procedures available to combat the condition.
What Is Cellulite?
Cellulite is a term that is used to describe fat deposits under the skin that outwardly give the skin a dimpled, or orange-peel like appearance. Cellulite is most often seen in women because the fat is arranged in large chambers separated by columns of collagen fibers.
Fibrous strands of tissue connect your skin to deeper tissue layers, creating compartments of ordinary fat cells. When the fat cells increase in size, the compartments bulge and produce the dimpling appearance on your skin.
In overweight people excess fat is stuffed in these compartments causing them to bulge out. On the surface of the skin the bulging provides the dimply appearance of cellulite, especially in areas such as the hips, buttocks or thighs.
Oddly enough, cellulite is predetermined by genetics so even thin women can develop the appearance. Factors such as hormones, pregnancy, and aging may all attribute to the weakening of the collagen fibers to give the cellulite appearance.
Even people diagonosed as the “morbidly obese” are not necessarily genetically pre-disposed to cellulite and may display no symptoms at all.
It is important to note that even though it is unsightly, cellulite is normal for many women and some men as well. The dimpling appears to be less obvious when the subject has thicker skin which further enforces the genetic predisposition. As the body ages, the skin becomes thinner and there is nothing that can be done for that natural aging process.
Cures –& Treatment Options
If our research indicates that cellulite is not recognized as a disease, is there no such thing as a “cure?” We aren’t here to make that determination. That is something the reader should pursue for him or herself. Whether there is or is not a “cure,” there are various methods of treatment and we will endeavor to review them for you with an eye toward “Conquering Cellulite.”
All you need to do is begin a search for information about cellulite and you will find yourself bombarded with commercial messages. There are hundreds of sources all claiming to reduce or eliminate the ravages of cellulite, and “for only $xxxxx you too can rid yourself of this condition.”
The most widely advertised methods we have found are topical creams and/or ointments, body wrapping, electronic muscle stimulation and liposuction. Let’s review them beginning with topicals.
Topical Treatments
Numerous products are available to consumers that are promoted in the area of “skin care products” and/or “thigh creams.” Some of the claims are:
§ Increased collagen production
§ Strengthening collagen and elastin fibers
§ Cellulite reduction through cellular stimulation to release stored fat
§ Weight reduction through appetite suppression, increased metabolism, and fat burning
§ Reduced water retention.
When is a topical considered a drug or a cosmetic? That’s a difficult question.
According to the government drugs, unlike cosmetics, alter the structure or function of the body. Here’s where it gets really confusing. If the manufacturers claim that thigh creams or other topical treatments eliminate cellulite, is that considered as “altering the structure or function of the body?”
We don’t have the answer to that question nor are we in a position to present a plausible argument either way.
What we do know, is that many people have hidden allergies. These allergies only surface when the individual comes in contact with a “new” trigger. Some of the thigh creams and other topical products contain an ingredient that can be potentially harmful for certain individuals. We will discuss that in just a moment.
Before you use any new topical treatment, you should “test” the product on a small area of skin and give yourself sufficient time to observe any reactions.
You should also carefully read product labels and follow directions. If it contains an allergen that you already know affects you, obviously you won’t want to use that particular product.
Persons who suffer from asthma need to pay particular attention. “Aminophylline,” an approved prescription drug used in the treatment of asthma, is an ingredient used in many thigh cream products that marketers claim will dissolve the fat and smooth the skin.
Since some individuals suffer from allergic reactions to ethylenediamine, a component of aminophylline, there is some concern and these people may wish to avoid these products so that they don't develop a sensitization (become allergic) to aminophylline.
For these and other reasons the government argues that the majority of “topical agents and thigh creams” should be regulated as drugs. They further dispute the efficacy of these creams. As we said earlier, that isn’t our determination to make.
Some dermatologists and clinicians have a differing point of view. One such practice conducted an abstract study wherein they used a “double-blinded randomized trial.” This means that neither the clinicians conducting the test nor the subjects, knew which of a particular topical agent they were testing.
Twenty women with a moderate degree of cellulite on the buttocks and/or thighs were entered into a four-week, double-blinded, randomized trial where an anti-cellulite cream was applied to the affected sites on a nightly basis.
Some of them were randomly selected to use a neoprene garment on either leg. High quality digital photography was used to photograph them from different angles before and after four weeks of treatment.
17 of the subjects actually completed the study. Of those 17, 76% saw overall improvement in their cellulite. 54% reported even greater improvement on the thigh that used the special garment.
The dermatological evaluators found an improvement in 65% of treated legs with the garment and 59% of treated legs without the garment.
Further, the evaluators found the thighs using the garment showed greater improvement than those that did not in 65% of subjects. The topical agent used in this study was found to be effective in reducing the appearance of cellulite and the neoprene garment enhanced the effect of this topical agent in cellulite reduction.
The dermatological evaluators claim that the success of this study validates the garment used to enhance the topical agent used.
Your writer makes no claims as to the validity of the above test or the arguments set forth by the government. Both present valid points of view.
Also take note that we have no idea of the “brand names” of the products involved. Again, you might want to check the contents of any product you may be considering.
Body Wrapping
Many spas and salons offer a process called “body wrapping.” This procedure claims to remove inches from the waist, thighs, hips or other parts of the body. The process includes the use of special wraps or clothing and can sometimes be used with special lotions or creams that are applied to the skin.
Customers are usually told that they can lose “inches” as opposed to pounds and that fat will melt away bringing about a loss of inches in about an hour. One of the claims is that wrapping will work because cellulite is “water logged fatty tissue.”
What overweight person wouldn’t love to find a product that will render them slim and trim while they sleep?
Unfortunately, many people think that body wrapping is a relatively “new” procedure and jump on the bandwagon quickly. The truth is that the body wrapping craze has been around for some time.
Over two decades ago, government “watchdogs” reported:
“Who can blame the fretfully flabby for being lured by the promise of losing inches without doing anything more strenuous than popping a pill or wrapping up the offending flesh? Who can resist ads for body wraps that promise ‘to burn away fat even while you sleep,’ to ‘lose 4-6 inches the first day?"
What do these wraps consist of?
Some are plastic or rubber garments worn around the waist, some cover the waist, hips and thighs, and others cover nearly the entire body.
Some are to be worn while carrying out routine activities, others while exercising, and some while sleeping. One is inflated with air from a vacuum cleaner. Another uses an electric hair dryer to blow in warm air. Some are used after a cream, gel or lotion is applied or after the wrap is soaked in a solution.
The garments and wraps, with or without lotions and creams, say that they reduce body dimensions by removing fluids. Most medical experts agree that such treatment will cause a loss of inches and perhaps pounds due to profuse perspiration. But the reductions are temporary. The fluid is soon replaced by drinking or eating.
Remember, rapid and excessive fluid loss is potentially dangerous because it can bring on severe dehydration and can upset the balance of important electrolytes in the body. Reputable spas are aware of any potential hazards such as this, so do your homework and select a spa with a good reputation.
Some people have tried using “plastic wrap” as body wrap material. In fact, that was a very popular practice several decades ago.
Body wrapping has evolved since those days, becoming much more sophisticated. Prices for a body wrap range anywhere from $40 an hour up to as much as several thousand dollars at some of the upscale spas.
Some advertising claims that body wrapping will eliminate, or at the least reduce, cellulite but we’ll leave that up to you to determine. What we can tell you is that visiting a spa or salon for body wrapping may be a wonderfully rejuvenating experience, leaving you rested, relaxed and refreshed.
And who wouldn’t like to have a few hours being pampered and fussed over in a relaxing environment regardless if it helps the cellulite problem.
Some spas advertise herbal and other natural wraps. In fact, the methods and products applied are widely varied. Let’s explore some of the components that make up a good “wrap” experience.
Herbal wraps. Some of the higher end spas go so far as to grow their own “herbs” for use in their body wraps, but that isn’t necessary for a good body wrap experience. Herbs can be fresh, or dried and usually organically grown is best.
Each herb has a specific effect. Some increase circulation, another may soothe the skin and so on.
The herbs are steeped in very hot water (almost boiling) then special muslin sheets are soaked in the solution. It is these herb-infused sheets along with other insulating layers that wrap around the body.
How the treatments work is interesting. The goal is to create a condition not unlike your body when you have a fever. We all know that when we have a fever, our body eliminates toxins by sweating.
It’s the same principle with body wraps. The results vary. Some people report a very intense detoxification while for others it might be mild.
Methods of application and content vary as well. Seaweed, mud and salt are popular body wraps. Most often, the subject is wrapped from neck to toe with the arms set close to the sides of the body. This can be uncomfortable for someone who suffers from claustrophobia.
The easiest correction for this is to keep the arms free from the wrap. Most people who are claustrophobic find the works and that all they need to be able to feel free to remove themselves if they choose.
Whatever type of body wrap you select make certain that you feel comfortable with the spa and that a technician is always close at hand.
Care should be taken when selecting a salon or spa. Some things to consider:
§ How long have they been offering body wraps?
§ Do they have a licensed clinician whose sole purpose is massage and/or body wraps?
§ Where do their herbs and other contents come from?
§ Do they offer any special pricing for new clients?
§ Will they allow a tour of their facilities prior to purchase?
§ Have they had any unresolved complaints reported by the Better Business Bureau?
§ Do they have any package pricing for multiple visits?
Watch your local publications for coupon offers. This can be a good way to try out a service at a bargain. Ask your friends if they have had a body wrapping experience and whether they enjoyed it and what kind of results did they experience. You may even want to check for “two for one” specials and try it out with a friend!
Whether the experience reduces your cellulite or not, if you follow the guidelines you are in for a pleasant experience. Who knows, you might just like it enough to include it in your long term personal care budget!
Electric Muscle Stimulation (EMS)
We will discuss two different types of EMS equipment. The first is a procedure that sends electrical current to muscle and fatty tissue. The second is the use of a “massage like” piece of equipment.
Physicians have used electrical muscle stimulation using approved devices for some time. They are a legitimate process approved for specific conditions. Some of those conditions are
§ Increase blood circulation
§ Prevent blood clots
§ Relax muscle spasms
§ And rehabilitate muscle function after a stroke
Providers of EMS equipment for consumer use will tell you that the process will:
§ Reduce breast size
§ Remove wrinkles
§ Do face lifts
§ Reduce bellies
§ Remove cellulite
There is no clinical evidence that proves such claims, but we will endeavor to briefly explain how this process works according to the providers.
The premise is that using EMS, the brain sends a nerve impulse to the “motor point” of the muscle you desire to change. This signal is a message to the muscle to expand and contract.
Electrodes are placed on specific motor points of the muscle group(s) to be exercised. When the electrical stimulation is applied through the electrodes using a mild current the muscle will expand and contract. The theory is that this makes it possible to duplicate regular exercise without the effort using conventional means.
During your conventional exercise, your brain is sending messages down the spinal cord through the nerves with the muscles you are using, causing them to relax and contract. Your brain is controlling the muscle using what is called voluntary muscle action.
EMS uses the outside electrical source to stimulate the nerves and send signals to your muscle to expand and contract. It send an electrical current through adhesive electrodes creating the expansion and contraction. This would be considered involuntary muscle action.
It is believed by some that EMS stimulates large nerve axons, or long outgrowths of a nerve cell body. Some of these cannot be stimulated voluntarily so the logic is that EMS might allow for increased development of tissue by enlarging it without multiplying cells.
The second piece of equipment is a “massage like” device. We will not mention the name as it is trademarked and it is not our intent to provide advertising for any specific method of equipment.
They claim to have the first FDA approved device for temporarily reducing the appearance of cellulite. The process is what they term a “subdermal” approach for temporarily reducing the appearance of cellulite.
It consists of a hand held motorized device with two adjustable rollers and suction which creates a symmetrical skin-fold. They state that, “the skin gently folds and unfolds under the continuous action of the rollers allowing for smooth and regulated deep tissue mobilization.
As the viscosity of the subcutaneous fat layer decreases, blood flow and lymphatic drainage increase, facilitating the elimination of excess fluid and metabolites, while improving overall cellular function.”
This is supposed to help you to reduce cellulite and probably brew your morning coffee!
All joking aside, if not used properly these devices can produce harmful effects. Because they border on “snake oil salesman” techniques in their advertising and claims, our suggestion is to go ahead and research them but buyer beware.
Liposuction
Finally we arrive at the granddaddy of all procedures – liposuction.
What is Liposuction?
Liposuction is a surgical procedure intended to remove fat deposits and shape the body. Fat is removed from under the skin with the use of a vacuum-suction canula (a hollow pen-like instrument) or using an ultrasonic probe that emulfsies (breaks up into small pieces) the fat and then removes it with suction.
Persons with localized fat may decide to have liposuction to remove fat from just one specific area. Liposuction is a procedure for shaping the body and is not recommended for weight loss.
Liposuction may be performed on the abdomen, hips, thighs, calves, arms, buttocks, back, neck, or face. A liposuction procedure may include more than one site, for instance, the abdomen, back, and thighs all on the same day.
Who performs liposuction and where is it performed?
Most liposuction procedures are performed by plastic surgeons or dermatologists. However, all that is required to perform liposuction is a medical degree, so any licensed physician may perform liposuction.
This can be a bit discomforting because it means that even a “podiatrist” can legally perform liposuction procedures without any specialty training.
It’s a good idea to find out all you can about a particular physician before considering him or her to perform your procedure. Check with your local licensing board, ask your physician how many procedures like yours has he/she done and can you see before and after photographs.
Don’t be afraid to ask your physician probing questions. Remember, you are paying for a service and you deserve to know the answers to any questions. Ask him for in depth explanations of what your procedure consists of and what your prognosis is for healing.
Don’t have unrealistic expectations. The recent “make over” craze on television gives the impression that anyone and everyone is a candidate for a make over. Don’t enter into a decision based on what you see on television.
The patients you see on television are the very best candidates in terms of health and other factors. They are selected based on the fact that their “before” and “after” will show drastic results. That just isn’t true for the average person.
If you expect to come out of liposuction looking like Britney Spears, you will be very disappointed. That is not to say that you can’t expect results. More than likely you will and the end result will give you a younger look. Just don’t expect unrealistic results.
Some professional medical organizations recommend special training for physicians, it isn’t required by law. So the more information you can determine, the safer you can feel about your procedure.
Liposuction is a surgical procedure, so remember even the best screened patients under the care of the best trained and experienced physicians may experience complications as a result of liposuction.
Liposuction may be performed in a
§ Doctors office
§ Surgical center
§ Hospital
Because liposuction is a surgical procedure, it is important that it be performed in a clean environment. Emergencies may arise during any surgery and access to emergency medical equipment and/or a nearby hospital emergency room is important. These are things that you should ask your physician before the liposuction procedure.
Be wary of advertisements that say or imply that you will have a perfect appearance after liposuction. Yes, back to those realistic expectations. Remember that advertisements are meant to sell you a product or service, not to inform you of all the potential problems with that service.
Don't base your decision simply on cost and remember that you don't have to settle for the first doctor or procedure you investigate. The decision you make about liposuction surgery is an important one but not one that you must make right away.
You should learn as much as you can about liposuction. It is important for you to read the patient information that your doctor provides.
Do not feel that because you speak to a physician about this procedure that you must go through with it. Take your time to decide whether liposuction is right for you and whether you are willing to take the risks of undergoing liposuction for its benefits.
Visit several physicians if it will help you make the right decision. Initial consultations are generally free and it can be helpful and enlightening to have several different opinions. It can also help you to make an intelligent decision based on all the facts. Selecting a physician that you feel comfortable with should be a main concern.
When is Liposuction not for me?
It may not be for you if you are not accustomed to taking risks. Complications can arise and are unavoidable in a percentage of all patients.
Cost is a huge factor to take under consideration. Since liposuction is primarily considered “cosmetic,” most medical insurance companies will not pay for the procedure placing the burden directly on you.
If you are considering liposuction as a means to lose weight, then liposuction is not for you. This is a procedure designed to shape the body and is not recommended for losing weight.
If you are on certain medications that affect healing this may not be a procedure you should risk. Some of the considerations are:
§ Current infection
§ History of bleeding
§ Heart disease
§ Edema
§ Blood clotting medications
§ Anti-inflammatory agents
§ Anti-coagulants
§ Any medications that may interact with the drugs used during liposuction.
Your skin elasticity may not be adequate. Your doctor will evaluate the skin at the site where you are considering liposuction to determine if skin is elastic enough to shrink after liposuction.
If it is not, it will be baggy after liposuction. This may cause you to have to consider plastic surgery to eliminate the excess skin.
Our analysis of liposuction would not be complete without pointing out some of the risks involved.
As a general rule, most patients are pleased with the outcome of their liposuction surgery. However, like any other medical procedure, there are risks involved. That's why it is important for you to understand the limitations and possible complications of liposuction surgery.
Before you have liposuction, you should be aware of these risks and should weigh the risks and benefits based on your own personal value system. Try to avoid being influenced by friends that have had the procedure or doctors encouraging you to do so. Decide for yourself whether you are willing to take the risks involved in liposuction.
Take your time deciding if you are willing to accept the risks inherent in liposuction. Because it is usually a cosmetic procedure, and not medically necessary, there is no reason to rush.
Gather as much information as you can so that you make an informed decision about whether liposuction is right for you. Don't believe that complications "only happen to other people." It is important for you to understand what the risks are and decide if you are willing to accept the possibility that it might happen to you.
What are some possible complications?
Infections may happen after any surgery and may occur after liposuction. Some physicians prescribe an antibiotic to all patients undergoing liposuction but other physicians do not. It is important to keep the wound(s) clean but even if you do, infections may sometimes occur from the surgery.
Sometimes, infections may be serious or life threatening such as in cases of necrotizing fasciitis (bacteria eat away at the tissue) or with toxic shock syndrome, a serious, sometimes fatal infection caused by a bacteria, that is associated with surgery (you may have heard of toxic shock syndrome occurring in women using tampons, also).
Embolism may occur when fat is loosened and enters the blood through blood vessels ruptured (broken) during liposuction. Pieces of fat get trapped in the blood vessels, gather in the lungs, or travel to the brain.
The signs of pulmonary emboli (fat clots in the lungs) may be shortness of breath or difficulty breathing. If you have the signs or symptoms of fat emboli after liposuction, it is important for you to seek emergency medical care at once. Fat emboli may cause permanent disability or, in some cases, be fatal.
Puncture wounds to the organs. During liposuction, the physician is unable to see where the canula or probe is.
It is possible to puncture or damage internal organs during liposuction. This may happen, for instance, if the intestines are punctured during abdominal liposuction. When organs are damaged, surgery may be required to repair them. Visceral perforations may also be fatal.
After liposuction, there may be a pooling of serum, the straw colored liquid from your blood, in areas where tissue has been removed.
You may experience "paresthesias" which is an altered sensation at the site of the liposuction. This may either be in the form of an increased sensitivity (pain) in the area, or the loss of any feeling (numbness) in the area. If these changes in sensation persist for a long period of time (weeks or months) you should inform your physician. In some cases, these changes in sensation may be permanent.
Swelling may occur after liposuction. In some cases, swelling may persist for weeks or months after liposuction.
The skin above the liposuction site may become necrotic or "die." When this happens, skin may change color and be sloughed (fall) off. Large areas of skin necrosis may become infected with bacteria or microorganisms.
During ultrasound assisted liposuction, the ultrasound probe may become very hot and can cause burns.
Fat tissue, which contains a lot of liquid, is removed during liposuction. Also, physicians may inject large amounts of fluids during liposuction. This may result in a fluid imbalance.
While you are in the physician's office, surgical center or hospital, the staff will be watching you for signs of fluid imbalance. However, this may happen after you go home and can result in serious conditions such as heart problems, excess fluid collecting in the lungs, or kidney problems as your kidneys try to maintain fluid balance.
Toxicity from anesthesia is a risk factor. Lidocaine, a drug that numbs the skin, is frequently used as a local anesthetic during liposuction. You may have had a similar drug, novocaine, to numb your mouth at the dentist.
Large volumes of liquid with lidocaine may be injected during liposuction. This may result in very high doses of lidocaine. The signs of this are lightheadedness, restlessness, drowsiness, tinnitis (a ringing in the ears), slurred speech, metallic taste in the mouth, numbness of the lips and tongue, shivering, muscle twitching and convulsions.
Lidocaine toxicity may cause the heart to stop. Of course, this can be fatal. In general, any type of anesthesia may cause complications and is always considered a risk during any surgery.
There are numerous reports of deaths related to the liposuction procedure. Although it is difficult to be sure how often death from liposuction happens, there are several studies that estimate how often patients undergoing liposuction die during the procedure or as a result of it. None of the studies is perfect so the results are just estimates.
Some of the studies indicate that the risk of death due to liposuction is as low as 3 deaths for every 100,000 liposuction operations performed. However, other studies indicate that the risk of death is between 20 and 100 deaths per 100,000 liposuction procedures.
One study suggests that the death rate is higher in liposuction surgeries in which other surgical procedures are also performed at the same time. In order to understand the size of the risk, one paper compares the deaths from liposuction to that for deaths from car accidents (16 per 100,000).
It is important to remember that liposuction is a surgical procedure and that there may be serious complications, including death.
Before you undergo liposuction, you should have a complete physical exam so that your doctor can determine if you are an acceptable candidate for liposuction.
It is important for you to discuss any medical conditions that you have and to tell your doctor about any medications that you are taking including any herbal or other non-prescription ones. If your doctor decides that you can have liposuction, discuss the procedure thoroughly with him or her before deciding if you want to go through with the procedure.
Just because a physician says that you may have liposuction does not mean that you must decide to have liposuction. You may still change your mind even after discussing the procedure with a physician.
Your physician should be able to answer any questions that you have about liposuction including questions about what to expect during and after liposuction and the complications or problems that sometimes occur with liposuction. Some physicians will provide written information about liposuction. You may also take information from this website to your appointment to discuss with your physician.
You may want to have someone drive you to your appointment for liposuction. You may be tired or uncomfortable after liposuction and unable to drive yourself home. Discuss this with your physician before the day of your procedure.
Your physician may prescribe an antibiotic drug for you to take before and after the surgery. This is to prevent infections.
On the day of the liposuction surgery, the physician will mark your body with a pen to indicate where the fat is to be removed. Then you will receive anesthesia, that is medicine that prevents you from feeling pain. Some physicians use only local anesthesia, that is, anesthesia that they inject with a syringe or pump into the area where they will do the liposuction.
The anesthesia medicine is injected along with a lot of fluid, usually buffered salt water and epinephrine, a drug to reduce bleeding. Large volumes of liquid may be injected, until the skin is very firm. If your physician uses only this kind of local anesthesia, also sometimes called tumescent anesthesia, then you will be awake during the procedure. Other physicians use local anesthesia and a sedative that can be taken by mouth or injected from a syringe. Still others prefer to use general anesthesia, that is to use anesthesia that will put you to sleep during the procedure. This is usually done in a hospital.
Once the anesthesia is working, the physician will make an incision (cut) in the area where the liposuction will be performed. A canula, a hollow tube that is about the size and shape of a skinny pen, will be inserted into the incision. The physician moves this canula back and forth to suction out the fat. The fat, and liquid that has been injected, are collected in a flask.
The physician will monitor the amount of fluid and fat that are removed. Because you will be losing liquid and fat from your body, it may be necessary to replace some of that fluid. This is done with an intravenous (i.v.) line for the replacement of fluid.
Depending upon the amount of fat removed and the location of the surgery (doctor's office, surgical center, hospital), you may leave the doctor's office soon after the surgery or you may spend the night in the surgical center or hospital. Ask your doctor how long it will be before you should be able to return to your normal level of activity or if you will need to miss work after liposuction.
The cuts where the doctor inserted the canula may be leaky or drain fluids for several days. In some cases, the doctor may insert a drainage tube to drain fluid away from the wound.
You will wear special tight garments to keep your skin compressed after the liposuction procedure. Your doctor will tell you how long to wear these, usually for weeks. Some doctors provide these garments but others will tell you where to purchase them before your surgery.
Your doctor will also probably give you some after-surgery instructions. This will include information about wearing compression garments, taking an antibiotic if that has been prescribed, and the level of activity that is safe for you after your liposuction procedure. You should also have information about signs of problems that you should be aware of, for instance the signs of infections or other problems that you need to know about.
When the anesthesia wears off, you may have some pain. If the pain is extreme or of a long duration, you should contact your physician. You will also have some swelling after the surgery. In some cases, this swelling will remain for weeks or even months. If you have pain and swelling, this may be the sign of infection and you should contact your physician.
You will have scars, usually small, where the physician cuts your skin and inserts the canula to remove fat tissue.
While medical complications are important, the reason that people have liposuction surgery is for cosmetic reasons. The cosmetic effect after liposuction may be very good and many patients report being satisfied.
However, it is possible that the cosmetic effect will not be what you expected. In other words, your appearance after liposuction may not be what you expected or wanted.
Some physicians counsel their patients that reasonable expectations are important. It may be difficult to have reasonable expectations after reading advertisements and looking at pictures of women and men who have had liposuction.
We discussed this earlier, but remember that advertising is made to make you want to purchase a product or service. Advertisements do not usually tell you about problems or shortcomings of the product or service.
Some cosmetic shortcomings after liposuction include:
§ There may be scars at the site where the doctor made the cut to insert the liposuction canula. These scars are usually small and fade with time but in some people, scars may be larger or more prominent.
§ The liposuction site may have a wavy or bumpy appearance after liposuction.
§ Liposuction results may not be permanent. If you gain weight after liposuction surgery, the fat may return to sites where you had liposuction or to other sites.
§ Results may be less dramatic than what you were expecting and this can be disappointing.
What Are Some Of The Alternatives
Are there alternatives to liposuction for cellulite reduction? With the occasional rare exception, liposuction is usually considered cosmetic surgery. Therefore it is not considered medically necessary.
Because of this, the decision is up to you whether or not to undergo this procedure. You may decide that it is not right for you. And you can make that determination right up to the point of actually having the procedure.
Some of the alternatives to liposuction are:
§ Change diet to lose some excess body fat.
§ Exercise.
§ Accept your body and appearance as it is.
§ Use clothing or makeup to downplay or emphasize body or facial features.
§ Try some of the other methods that we discussed such as topicals or body wrapping.
Whatever method you select to deal with cellulite, make certain that you have done your due diligence and select the most appropriate method with the least amount of risk to obtain the results you desire.
There really is no substitute for good, old-fashioned, healthy nutrition and exercise. The tried and true methods do work:
1. Watch your diet.
2. Incorporate fresh and natural foods into your diet.
3. Drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration.
4. Limit the consumption of caffeine and alcohol
5. Avoid high fat foods.
6. Get plenty of fiber.
7. Quit or cut down on smoking.
8. Avoid medications not necessary to health and well being.
9. Get plenty of exercise.
Following a regimen of good health, nutrition and exercise will rid your body of excess toxins and promote a general state of health that is optimum for pursuing any program for dealing with cellulite.
We have spent a great deal of time discussing the various options for Conquering Cellulite. The bottom line is that you may not be able to do that!
You have learned that genetics dictate whether you have a predisposition for the condition. If you do, there is no amount of money or procedures that can prevent it from happening to you.
Some of the treatments we presented may help in reducing the problem but they certainly won’t eliminate it totally if you carry the gene.
By all means do your own research to determine if any of the treatments or methods we’ve mentioned here might help you. Again, all we recommend is that you have realistic expectations.
We have used terminology that might be somewhat new and unfamiliar. For that reason we are including a Glossary of Terms and we hope you find that helpful in addition to our recommended resources.
Lastly, think twice or three times before investing huge amounts of cash for so-called treatments or cures. You are now armed with the most important tool you need on your journey to Conquering Cellulite. That tool is knowledge! Use it wisely!
Glossary
Aminophylline – an approved prescription drug for the treatment of asthma.
Anesthetic - drugs that cause the loss of feeling or sensation.
Canula (or cannula) - a hollow pen-like instrument or tube used to draw off fluid.
Cellulite - Fat deposits under the skin that outwardly give the skin a dimpled, or orange-peel like appearance.
Cosmetic(s)-a toiletry designed to beautify the body; decorative rather than functional.
Edema - swelling caused by large amount of fluid in cells or tissues.
Emboli - something that blocks a blood vessel. See embolism.
Embolism - the blocking of a blood vessel or organ by pieces of matter such as fat.
EMS – Electrical Muscle Stimulator
Emulsify - to break up into small pieces.
Epinephrine - a drug injected before liposuction to reduce bleeding during the procedure.
Ethylenediamine – an ingredient in the approved prescription drug Aminophylline.
Genetics - The study of heredity and how traits are passed on through generations; the branch of biology that studies heredity and variation in organisms.
Infection - invasion by and multiplication of bacteria or microorganisms that can produce tissue injury.
Morbidly Obese – Persons who are 50-100% or 100 pounds above their ideal body weight.
Lidocaine - an anesthetic that may be injected in large amounts of liquid during liposuction.
Lipoplasty - another name for liposuction.
Liposuction - a usually cosmetic surgical procedure in which fat is removed from a specific area of the body, by means of suction.
Necrotizing Faciitis - a bacterial infection in which bacteria infect and kill the skin and underlying tissues.
Paresthesia - a change in feelings or sensation. May be an increase in feeling (pain) or a decrease in feeling (numbness).
Pulmonary embolism - pieces of fat may find their way into the blood stream and get stuck in the lungs during liposuction. This causes shortness of breath or trouble breathing.
Probe - see canula.
Sedative - a drug which helps a person to relax and may make them feel sleepy.
Seroma - a collection of fluid from the blood that has pooled at the liposuction site.
Skin necrosis - skin or underlying tissue dies and falls off.
Subcutaneous – beneath the skin as in subcutaneous injection.
Subdermal – another term for beneath the skin.
Suction assisted liposuction - see liposuction.
Thrombophlebitis - inflammation of a vein caused by a blood clot.
Topical - logical application; as, a topical remedy.
Toxic Shock Syndrome - an infection caused by bacteria that release toxins into the body. This type of infection can occur after surgery if bacteria are accidentally introduced during the surgery.
Ultrasound assisted liposuction - a type of liposuction in which fat is first loosened by using an ultrasonic probe and then removed by means of suction.
Visceral perforations - organs may be punctured accidentally with the liposuction probe or canula during liposuction.
Resources
American Academy of Dermatology
1350 I St. NW, Suite 870
Washington, DC 20005-4355
(202) 842-3555
(202) 842-4355 Fax
http://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/linkwarning/linkwarning.cfm?link=http%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Eaad%2Eorg%2F
American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
5550 Meadowbrook Dr. Suite 120
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
Phone: 847-956-0900
Fax 847-956-0999
American Association of Plastic Surgeons
900 Cummings Center Suite 221-U
Beverly, MA 01915
Phone: 978-927-8330
Fax: 978-524-8890
DISCLAIMER: This information is not presented by a medical practitioner and is for
educational and informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a
substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek
the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions
you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical
advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read.
Since natural and/or dietary supplements are not FDA approved they must be
accompanied by a two-part disclaimer on the product label: that the statement
has not been evaluated by FDA and that the product is not intended to "diagnose,
treat, cure or prevent any disease."
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Table of Contents
Introduction
Goal Setting
Age and Sex
Plan of Action
Joining a Gym
Exercise
Equipment
Nutrition and Supplements
Introduction
We will approach this interview as if we have someone who wants to lose weight. Our guest expert has a diverse background. His credentials include personal trainer certification, 26 years of fitness experience as well as several awards as a body builder and owner of his own gym. Using the experience and expertise of our guest, we are going to explore the different things that our client needs to do to get started. We will use a Q (Question) and A (Answer) format.
Goal Setting
Q - What is the average weight that people want to lose in your health club?
A -For most people it’s anywhere from 10 to 50 pounds.
Q - How important is the reason or motivation when someone decides to lose weight?
A - The reason or motivation could be their health or their health situation or just the way they feel.
Q - I guess what I am asking is that the reason that will get them to start with a weight loss plan and stick to it?
A - I would say so.
Q - What do you think our client should do to set realistic goals?
A - Well the first thing, you have to do is what I say. That is really the bottom line they have to stick to good nutritional guidelines.
Q - Do you find that clients set unrealistic goals based on a certain time frame?
A - Not really, they are pretty realistic weight loss because that is one of the questions that I have on the data acquisition form that I use to evaluate my client.
Q - Would you share some of those questions?
A – Well, one of them would be how much weight do you want to lose and in a certain amount of time and I have them write that down. Most of them put down 10 pounds in like 6 months. If I see that what they put down is unrealistic I will let them know.
Age and Sex
Q - Is age a factor when considering a weight loss program and if so, what should be taken into consideration?
A - Yes age would be a factor because metabolism slows down, as you get older.
Q - Is there any such thing as too old?
A – No, especially with older women.
Q - Is there a difference in weight loss plans between male and females?
A - Men can build more muscle mass and women carry more body fat. Women don’t carry as much lean muscle mass and so it can be a little harder for them to lose body fat.
Q - Is there anything such as being too young? There are a lot of obese children in the country today and a lot of that has to do with nutrition? How do you feel about children losing weight and what would the youngest age you would recommend?
A - Well with today’s hype and my readings and such you can train any individual of any age as long as they understand what you are talking about. They can go to the workouts but it will be sometime before they can work with the heavy equipment.
Plan of Action
Q - What about a plan of action for a new client? Should they fly solo or is it wise to have a formal plan of action?
A - I think that everyone should have a fitness assessment even because a lot of people don’t even know where they are now concerning progression.
Q - Is that something that should be done in a physician’s office or is that something that can be done at the health club or gym?
A - Most health clubs don’t though I do; I have them go through 5 different tests.
Q - Would you share that with us?
A - Sure, I go through:
Blood pressure, resting heart rate, body composition which is body fat and lean muscle mass, I also try to find out what their cardiovascular ability is and I go through a strength ability test. I also go through strength as far as how many pushups they can do and I give them a whole printout that targets what is normal for your age as far as are you normal or below normal and your blood pressure and your cardiovascular ability and strength ability. It will show you everything. Then you can do it 60-90 days from the start and see the improvement. I think that is the reason why a lot of people end up quitting. Because they don’t know where they are and this helps them see the improvement.
Q - That goes back to that motivation we were talking about. If they can see some progress they are more likely to continue, wouldn’t you agree?
A - Yes.
Q - What about people who approach weight loss through a self help standpoint? What are some of the pros and cons of trying to do it on their own?
A - Well motivation is one of them. Do they have the motivation to do it? Are they eating the right calories for their body type? It may mean they need less or they may need more calories. The exercising is okay, but the bottom line is good nutrition.
Joining a Gym
Q - Do you recommend that someone joins a gym or a health club?
A - As beginners yes I do, because they don’t know what exercises to do or how to do the exercises properly. As far as nutrition as they getting enough calories or too many, are they getting enough cardiovascular activity and are they getting in the target zone that they need to be at? There are a lot of variables in that and they don’t know if they are making any progress.
Q - Can you tell me how do you recommend that someone go about selecting a health club or gym? Are there certain things they should look for?
A - I would say they need to look for how much help they are going to get besides a personal trainer. If they walk into the gym are they going to put them on a program? Will there be someone to help them with the workout. This is where the personal trainer comes in. You don’t want to go somewhere that just shows you what to do and moves on. You need to have your progression checked and help with when to go heavier on the weights.
Q - What should a person expect from a membership?
A - A beginning program and people who will be there to show the equipment and how to use it and to know where they are going. It is important to have skilled staff on hand that knows what they are talking about. When I owned my gym it wasn’t once or twice I was taking people through. I was always watching and if they were doing something wrong I would have to go over there and correct them. Because once they develop a habit it is really hard to break. You know what they can end up getting hurt if they are doing something wrong. Most people won’t ask for help so you just have to watch.
Q - So what you are saying is it is probably easier to train women than men?
A - Oh yeah, you know what, the majority of the people I’ve trained I would say that 90% of them are women. When I train them they are looking around going to some people who aren’t good at all and have very little experience to draw from.
Q - Are their ground rules that a patron should adhere to or certain etiquette?
A - They are usually pretty specific like not taking off their shirt. A lot of people won’t know that in the beginning and they won’t look at the rules. When you are taking them through the beginning program you have to explain any rules. If someone wants to jump in and train with you, you let him or her do it.
Q - What about some of these instructional videos people can get? Are they helpful or harmful?
A - They’re helpful, it helps to see it and then go through the motions. It’s really hard to see something on tape and then do it and see the progression. You have to be really motivated.
Exercise
Q - Are there any warnings our client should heed before undertaking a weight loss program?
A – Yes, their physical health. It’s important just to make sure that they are healthy enough for physical activity. I would recommend a physical. Had I known that when I owned a gym, I would have recommended it to almost every member.
Q - If they go to the doctor what might come up that indicates a weight loss program would not be advisable at that time?
A – Heart problems.
Q - What can you tell us about muscle and weight loss?
A - If they just want to decrease body fat and tone muscles then you have to put them on a program. You don’t want to train them like a bodybuilder. It’s more of a conditioning training. This way they won’t kill the muscle also you wouldn’t have them train like 4 or 5 times a week or isolating body parts. You would have them just training basically everything in one day.
Q - Where would you recommend that they begin?
A - First I would get them on the floor. It doesn’t really matter if they want to build muscle or decrease body fat. They are beginners and they are untrained I’d take them a conditioning facility tour. Depending on what they want.
Q - What would that conditioning process consists of?
A - Well I have them do one chest workout and back workout and a little bit of legs for about 30 seconds depending on what kind of condition they are in and wait to see how long it takes for their heart rate to drop. Then I move on to their legs and have them do a leg press and everything is like a push pull movement.
Q - Does the length of time increase as they become more conditioned?
A - Yes, it depends on how conditioned they are. If they are really deep conditioned it won’t last that long. Most of my client can handle it especially the beginners.
Q - What other types of exercises do you use, especially aerobics?
A - Well aerobic exercise is going to help burn more body fat. It takes more oxygen to do more work. The more oxygen you can take in the more work you can do. That can help with daily activities as well.
Q - Is that done by running or walking or other sports they are involved in?
A - I would say walking would have to be increased. Just like weight training the progression would have to be stepped up because if you just walk the same your body gets used to it.
Q - So it would be safe to say that aerobics is more geared toward improving the cardiovascular system?
A - Yes that’s the bottom line . . . that is exactly what it is.
Equipment
Q - Do you recommend that anyone who begins a weight loss plan purchase any equipment to use at home?
A - If they don’t have any time to do any kind of cardiovascular workout at the gym then yes I would. Then if they don’t have time to come back to the gym 2-3 times a week. Then they don’t have the motivation. If they don’t have that kind of motivation it isn’t going to work.
Q - If someone is really serious what is the single most important piece of equipment you recommend they have?
A - That’s kind of a hard question. It depends on what they prefer. Something that you can use for upper body and legs a treadmill is good. You’re moving your arms and legs. The elliptical machine is good as well. They are basically like a treadmill but you don’t have a belt. You use your arms it has some kind of an arm attachment and you push and pull. A good treadmill or something like that would cost about $1000.
Nutrition
Q - What is the importance of a good nutrition plan to weight loss?
A - Really it’s the only way you can lose weight as far as a good nutritional diet. You want to go low fat and a good 3-course meal. You need both carbohydrates and protein.
Q - I know to lose weight you have to lose body fat, but isn’t some body fat good?
A - Well everyone should have a certain amount of body fat. Nobody that I have trained is competitive but the majority they just want to lose weight and feel good. The majority of them they only go half way of what I give them.
Q - What can you tell us about some of these fad diets?
A - Well a lot of them are just high protein and low carb.
Q - There is so much out there like the Atkins and the South Beach. What do you think about the places like Jenny Craig who sell you the food?
A - Well I don’t really know much about it but it’s mainly just a moneymaking opportunity that I’ve seen.
There was a guy that I had not seen for some time and he just kept getting thinner and thinner. He was doing Atkins and he didn’t think he was getting thinner he thought he was getting leaner. He said that he wasn’t eating carbs and just protein. I told him to pick up the carbs and you will see it in the metabolism. I think that is what is happening with the low carb diets. Sure, they are bringing down the calories but that in turn slows down the metabolism.
Cutting calories is not the whole answer to losing weight. You can actually eat more and lose weight. The key is what you are eating. Cutting carbs totally out of your diet is a mistake. You need carbs to provide the sugar to give you the energy, as long as you are eating the right carbs. Those are the natural ones like rice, potatoes and popcorn.
Q - What specific nutritional plan do you put people on?
A - I am not a nutritionist so I don’t put them on an exact plan but I do give them a food composition and tell them all of the good lean proteins. It has all the low fat proteins and the good carbs. It has the amounts on it. The bottom line is when it comes down to weight loss is that most people can’t do it 100% all the time. I tell people when they start not to do it 100% because they burn out and they aren’t going to continue. I tell them do it little by little.
Stay with a good 3-course meal that includes lean proteins and good natural carbohydrates.
Q - What about people who are diagnosed as morbidly obese? Have you had any experience with people like that that have had the lap band or stapling?
A - Not really. I’ve had some very obese people come in and work out in the gym. But, our skin only has so much elasticity.
Q - What about supplements? Do you recommend any supplements?
A - I do when they start getting into it; I tell them they need to take something mid-morning and mid-afternoon.
Q - Thank you for your helpful insight. I’m sure our readers will benefit from what you have shared.
A – It’s been my pleasure!
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Arriving at the Perfect Diet is no quick, simple task in today’s world of fast-paced living. For example, there are a several different educational food pyramid plans. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has a food guide pyramid. And the Mayo Clinic, in conjunction with the May Foundation for Medical Education and Research, has their Mayo Clinic Healthy Weight Pyramid. (A list of pyramids are updated regularly at the USDA site: http://www.nal.usda.gov/fnic/Fpyr/pyramid.html .)
Then there are the lifestyle choices to go along with the dietary plans. Lives need to be balanced in order to make the perfect diet effective. For example, depending upon the body type, history, physical and mental make up and other factors, some dietary solutions are more perfectly suitable and / or adaptable than others when working in accordance with day-to-day activities; exercise, nutrition, health, etc.
What this report covers is an overall look at what makes up a “perfect” diet, covering all the bases. You will learn about foods with respect to nutrition, dietary and body basics and common disorders. Then you can choose which areas of importance you would like to focus on from subscriber and other organizational programs available today for help with diet solutions, to weight products, to an assortment of food planning tips, and more.
Note that the contents here are not presented from a medical practitioner, and that any and all dietary planning should be made under the guidance of your own medical practitioners. This content only presents overviews of dietary research for educational purposes and does not replace medical advice from a professional physician.
NUTRITION & DIETARY BASICS
In a nutshell, the USDA Food Guide Pyramid presents a general outline of which foods to eat daily. And it is based on the Dietary Guidelines presented by the USDA and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
The Pyramid recommends eating a variety of foods in order to get the nutrients and calories needed for healthy weight maintenance.
The bottom foundation or the pyramid is a recommendation for 6-11 servings of breads, pasta, rice and cereals. The actual breakdown is:
- For children (ages 2 to 6 years), women, some older adults (around 1,600 calories) - 6 servings
- For older children, teen girls, active women, most men (around 2,200 calories) – 9 servings
- Teen boys, active men (around 2,800 calories) - 11 servings.
A serving of breads, pasta, rice and cereals would basically reflect the following: 1 slice of bread, 1 ounce of ready-to-eat cereal; and 1/2 cup of cooked of pasta, rice or cereal.
The next pyramid layer building upwards represents fruits and vegetables. From 2-4 fruits are advised a day and 3-5 vegetables. The actual breakdown is:
- For children (ages 2 to 6 years), women, some older adults (around 1,600 calories) - 3 servings of vegetables, 2 of fruit
- For older children, teen girls, active women, most men (around 2,200 calories) – 4 servings of vegetables, 3 of fruit
- Teen boys, active men (around 2,800 calories) - 5 servings of vegetables, 4 of fruit
A serving of fruits and vegetables would basically reflect the following:
1 medium-sized fruit such as an apple, orange or a banana; 1/2 cup of chopped, canned or cooked fruit; or three-fourths (3/4) cup of fruit juice. For vegetables, a serving would be: a half (1/2) cup of raw, chopped or cooked vegetables, except for raw, leafy ones that get 1 cup per serving; or 3/4 cup of vegetable juice.
On up the pyramid is the Milk, Yogurt and Cheese Group also known as (AKA) the Milk Group, which includes lactose-free and lactose-reduced milk products. And the Meat, Poultry, Fish, Dry Beans, Eggs and Nuts Group AKA Meat and Beans Group runs along side. From 2-3 servings of the Milk Group and 2-3 servings of the Meat and Beans Group are recommended. The actual breakdown is:
- For children (ages 2 to 6 years), women, some older adults (around 1,600 calories) – 2 or 3 servings Milk Group, 2 servings for a total of 5 ounces of Meat and Beans Group
- For older children, teen girls, active women, most men (around 2,200 calories) – 2 or 3 servings Milk Group, 2 servings for a total of 6 ounces of Meat and Beans Group
- Teen boys, active men (around 2,800 calories) - 2 or 3 servings Milk Group, 3 servings for a total of 7 ounces of Meat and Beans Group
A serving of both groups would basically reflect the following. For the Milk Group, choose from 1 cup of yogurt or milk, 1.5 ounces of natural cheese or 2 ounces of processed cheese. And for the Meat and Beans Group, 2-3 ounces of cooked lean meat, fish or poultry; 1/2 cup of cooked dry beans; 1/2 cup of tofu;
2 .5 -ounce soyburger; 1 egg ; 2 tablespoons of peanut butter; or 1/3 cup of nuts.
At the top of the pyramid is the group of fats, oils and sweets. And all should be “used sparingly.”
Mayo Clinic Healthy Weight Pyramid
The Mayo Clinic Healthy Weight Pyramid doesn’t differ too much from the USDA Pyramid. It is based upon scientific research and patient healthcare as reported by medical practitioners and dietitians of the Mayo Clinic, and by weight-loss experts at Pennsylvania State University, and the University of Alabama at Birmingham. The Pyramid was crafted threefold; to encourage weight loss, weight maintenance and long-term health.
Let’s take a brief look at the Pyramid differences. The bottom two levels or the Bread Group – now referred to as Carbohydrates, and the Fruits and Vegetables Group, are reversed, resulting in the Fruits and Vegetables Group now being at the bottom level. Also servings for Fruits and Vegetables are unlimited here. And calories are counted throughout.
In a nutshell, to plan the perfect Mayo Clinic diet, a person would follow these 5 steps, as approved by his or her healthcare practitioner:
1. Calories – Establish a calorie level that’s right for you based upon your physician’s advice.
2. Servings - Determine the number of recommended servings for each food group.
3. Serving Size – learn the preferred portions for #2 above.
4. Record – log & monitor your progress.
5. Variety – Main success ingredient! Vary sensual appeal and tastes.
For more details on this Pyramid, contact:
The Section of Scientific Publications
Mayo Foundation
Rochester, MN 55905
(507) 284-3335
Fax: (507) 284-2107
BASIC WEIGHT MANAGEMENT
The perfect diet should be combined with a healthy weight management or activity program. Weight management may conjure up that dreaded “exercise” word. And exercise to some means pushing the body beyond limits, experiencing painful in joints, muscles, bones – everywhere. No pain no gain, right? Wrong. Instead, replace the word “exercise” with “activity” and incorporate this in your daily routine. And a general rule of thumb for guidelines about “activity” would be to strive for a minimum of 30 minutes for adults or 60 minutes for children of moderate physical activity daily.
Individual activity goals depend upon each person’s health and weight goals and issues. Begin by checking with your medical advisor or healthcare physician to get a green light on which activities would be suitable for you, what your target weight range should be and a strategic plan to improve your health.
In a nutshell, during activities, calories are burned, pounds are shed in the long run. And the number of calories burned depends upon the duration and intensity or the activity. Slow and steady is the rule of thumb. And note daily progress. For those who have never been very active at all, it may be advisable to begin slow like with walking 10 minutes each day, gradually building up time and distance with increased “brisk” pacing. Even if you can’t get out to walk, bike or swim, take stairs instead of elevators and escalators. Clean your house. Clean your car. Wash windows. Wash your dog. Check out exercise videos, cassettes and workout books from the public library and put some of their ideas into action. Check out your local fitness centers, YMCA, community center, too, for ideas. Partner up with a neighbor to walk or join a community volleyball team. There are unlimited ways to be active and enjoy life at the same time without using painful weight loss strategies.
OVERALL FOOD HEALTH VALUES
Now let’s take a look a the basic food elements in your perfect dietary plan; fruits and vegetables group, bread, cereals, rice and past groups, meats and beans group and dairy group. Each has different characteristics or helpful nutritional value for your dietary needs.
Fruits and Vegetables – Fruits have very little if any protein and fat. Instead, they have carbohydrates, generally fruit sugar or fructose and glucose. As Florida commercials tend to announce, fruits offer us vitamins, C and B to be exact, as well as potassium, fiber and other nutrients. While the sugar helps with maintaining blood sugar levels, vitamins and other nutrients help ward off sickness and disease, and fiber is important for waste disposal from the body.
Here is a peek at some fruits and their relationship to the perfect diet.
Apples – These help cleanse the system and aid lungs, and have been used as laxatives, for fainting, melancholy and palpitations. Apples have been known to help people with diabetes, heart disease, cancer and high cholesterol trouble.
Apricots – These offer beta carotene and potassium. They aid in adding moisture to the body, especially the breathing and throat areas. Apricots have been known to help fight cancer and high blood pressure, prevent night blindness, aid those with stomach and lung cancers, low energy and elderly with mental depression.
Bananas – These have been noted to help with intestinal and lung problems, ulcers and constipation, mental alertness, and increasing energy. They also help people with diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease risk, blood sugar level maintenance, and the elderly with confusion.
Berries – A variety of berries has been noted to help with varicose veins, menstrual problems, premature graying, joint ailments, insomnia, liver, spleen and pancreas problems. They also help reduce cancer risk and aid with rheumatoid arthritic solutions, weight loss issues, stomach and colon cancers.
Citrus Fruits – Oranges, tangerines, kumquats, lemons, limes - -help with stomach and colon trouble and with anemia and infections (like scurvy) and colds. They are also help people with cataracts and the prevention of colon and stomach cancers.
Figs – These work as laxatives and have been known to help with the treatment of boils and anemia reduction, and the prevention of osteoporosis.
Grapes – Grapes are associated with cleansing the body and to help with water retention, urinary issues, jaundice and hepatitis. They are also associated with the healing of rheumatoid arthritis and aid with mental confusion / depression, especially among the elderly.
Mangos – Mangos are noted to aid in the prevention of anemia and the strengthening of the immune system. They also have been used to help with fighting off infections and tumors and the prevention of cervical cancer. And they help with the heal of diarrhea, sweating and mental alertness.
Papayas – This is a great source for vitamin C and is also noted for helping with male fertility, with aiding white blood cells among the elderly, with intestinal treatments and with cancer prevention.
Pears – Pears have similar characteristics as apples. They provide moisture for the body, are slow to digest and have fairly little allergic responses reported. They have also been used to help with coughing, diabetes, cholesterol levels, dryness in the chest cavity, skin injuries, introducing babies to food, staving off hunger and boosting brain power.
Pineapples – Their juice helps with digestion, dissolving blood clots (related to thrombosis) and healing wounds. They have been known to help with cancer prevention.
Prunes – Help with iron deficiency and constipation. Prune puree can act as a substitute in dietary cooking to lighten the fat low, working in place of butter and margarine.
Now let’s look at some veggies. Again low in calories, vegetables are also high in fiber content, vitamins and minerals, with little to zero protein and fats. Check and see how some veggies affect your perfect diet.
Artichoke – Artichokes have been known to aid liver disease, kidneys and gallbladders. They also help with large intestinal problems, skin and bowel cancer prevention, high cholesterol and hepatitis.
Asparagus – Great source of some vitamin B, this veggie helps with water retention with regards to kidneys and menstrual issues, cataracts and lung problems (some bronchitis, tuberculosis).
Avocado – Great source for vitamins E and some Bs and oil, avocados help with the immune systems in elderly people. They also aid the liver, lungs and intestines (ulcer treatments), infertility in men and Parkinson’s Disease.
Broccoli – This has been noted to help with anemia, eye disorders like near-sightedness, and infections, especially childhood ones like measles. Broccoli has also been known to help counteract the effects of cigarette smoke and aid in many types of cancer prevention.
Cabbage – Cabbage has been used to help with lung and digestive disorders, ulcers, wounds, joints, mastitis and acne. Is has been reported to help with breast and prostate cancers, bacterial infections and heart disease prevention.
Celery – This is helpful for those with high blood pressure, for those with rheumatoid arthritis and for calming, not only with the liver but with stress and anxiety as well. Celery is also used to help with stomach, pancreas and spleen troubles, acne and canker sores, burning urine and eye inflammation.
Legumes – These seed pod products help with the reduction of heart disease risk and help with the healing of some cancers, blood sugar level maintenance and iron / calcium maintenance in the body. They also aid people with anemia and diabetes.
Mushrooms – These help white blood cells in the immune system, help fight some cancers and heart disease and may help in the prevention of clotting, by blood thinning.
Onions – They have helped with heart disease prevention, bladder (and other) cancer, and circulatory problems. They have also helped in healing swelling from bug bites and bronchial inflammations. And onion tea is said to have sedative qualities.
Potatoes / Other Roots – These root veggies are associated with the prevention of different cancers, the prevention of blood clotting related with heart disease, and with protection against inhaled nicotine (via smokers). Carrots further aid in stomach and lung cancer care, food poisoning healing, iron deficiency, sexual problems and night blindness. While beets help reduce heart disease risk and spina bifida (with pregnant women). And they help with high blood pressure care and muscle replenishing.
Pumpkins / Squash – These have been known to help with the prevention of prostate cancer and the reduction of heart disease risk. They also aid in healing cataracts / retinal and lens damage in the eye and with the flu and colds.
Soybeans – These help with osteoporosis risk reduction, lowering blood cholesterol levels, and prostate and breast cancer reduction and prevention. Soybeans have also been known for helping the spleen, blood and pancreas, and increasing milk production in breast-feeding women.
Tomatoes – These help in the reduction of heart disease, the healing of prostate and other cancers, and with the aging (both mentally and physically) process.
Bread, Cereals, Rice and Pasta – Cereals are considered staple foods. Depending upon the country, weather, region, etc., popular varieties vary; corn, barley, oats, wheat, rice, millet. Grains mainly give the body carbohydrates (mostly starches), some fiber, protein, vitamins (mainly Bs and E) and minerals. Here is a peek at some foods in this category.
Bread – This major energy source offers the body lots of nutrition, protein, calcium, iron and B vitamins. Breads help reduce risk of infertility in men, anemia, heart and spine problems, osteoporosis and colon cancer risk. Historically, bread was prescribed as nature’s way to aid in colonic irrigation.
Corn – Corn may be able to help with spina bifida risk in babies. It helps with heart disease and colon cancer prevention. Popped corn can be a great diet food, depending upon the oil and additives (like butter) used. Corn silks have been used in diuretic teas to help with high blood pressure, gallstones, kidney stones, water retention, and urinary problems.
Oats – Oats are known to help with skin problems and in the treatment of depression, anxiety and insomnia. The saponins, B vitamins and alkaloids in oats aid with mood-lifting. Some forms of oats also work as antiseptic and heart disease treatments, help lower blood pressure and with weight reduction (cause full feeling and digest slowly) and are popular on diabetic menus.
Rice – Rice has been used for the healing of depression, for reducing colon cancer risk, for reducing cholesterol levels and blood pressure. It offers quick energy for the body, helps calm the stomach, is good for poor digestion and diarrhea, and helps fight celiac disease. Rice cakes are great substitutions for dieters, replacing breads.
Wheat - This traditional kidney toner helps with the reduction and prevention of colon and breast cancer, blocking of the arteries and heart disease. Wheat also aids in mental functions including focus and calmness. Many pastas are made from wheat and in this category. They offer carbohydrates, fiber and B vitamins to the body.
Meats and Fish - Meats are a source of protein and iron. Mainly fat content needs to be of concer with regards to perfect dietary planning. And leaner meats are becoming more readily available; lean hamburger, buffalo, emu and ostrich. Fish, also good protein sources, help reduce heart disease risk, inflammation and blood clotting.
Fish – Oily fish have been known to help with bone density, to relieve psoriasis and rheumatoid arthritic pain, and help prevent heart disease and anemia. Shellfish helps with male fertility, brittle bones, weak muscles, weight loss and the prevention of cancer.
Meats – Aid male fertility, build body tissue, nervous system damage and maintenance and help with the prevention of anemia and osteoporosis.
Gamebirds / Poultry – These foods help enhance concentration and mood. They also aid in the prevention of anemia and depression. And for those with allergies, turkey and chicken are noted at rarely causing allergic reactions.
Dairy – Dairy products help in the prevention of tooth decay, protein deficiency, loss of energy, high blood pressure, bone fractures, osteoporosis, rickets and some cancers including colon.
A-Z COMMON HEALTH DISORDERS & THEIR DIETARY SOLUTIONS
Depending upon individual health concerns and issues, food choices can affect body and mental health. To focus on improving and strengthening your overall health and well being, here are common health concerns for both genders listed in alphabetical order and the foods that would work best in individual perfect dietary planning. For more details, check with your own healthcare providers and refer to, “Doctor, What Should I Eat?” by Isadore Rosenfeld, M.D. (Warner Books, Inc., 1995).
ACNE – To help fight acne problems, eat plenty of fruits, vegetables and cereals. Lay low on sweets (especially chocolate), fried foods, fats, carbonated beverages, nuts / peanut butter and dairy products.
AGING – Watch intake of foods high in caloric content. Focus on complex carbohydrates, calcium to fight off osteoporosis and minimize fat and protein consumption. Men on average over age 50 only need around 63 grams of protein a day; women need 50 grams. Calorie-wise, men need to decrease overall daily calorie totals by about 600; women 300 calories per day.
AIRSICKNESS – Put nutmeg under your tongue.
ALLERGIES – Drink infusion of wild thyme, take garlic capsules or chew peeled garlic cloves, or drink mineral salt teas like sage tea or nettle tea. And for seasonal allergies, lay low on breads (especially white), rice and pasta.
ANXIETY – The old standby cup of warm milk and honey sooths jagged nerves. Mix in a little cinnamon and / or nutmeg. Chamomile and Valerian teas are helpful, too.
ARTHRITIS – Garlic capsules and peeled garlic can help here. So can fish oil capsules and fish each day in your dietary planning. And drinking a glass of water a few times each day with a small amounts of apple cider vinegar and honey added are beneficial. Lemonade without sugar helps with rheumatic arthritis. Other aids: wild thyme, celery seed and honeysuckle teas and primrose leaves added to salads.
ASTHMA – Some foods to help are hot chili peppers, fresh garlic, onions, chili, water with Tabasco sauce, coffee (regular, not decaffeinated). Seafoods that are helpful include crab, clams, shellfish, oysters, mussels, salmon, sardines, mackerel and haddock. Grandmas chicken soup works wonders, too. Carbohydrates and fruits need to especially be included in the diet. And frozen yogurt, graham crackers and fruit juices are good snacks.
BAD BREATH – Brushing teeth with baking soda and water can help eliminate bad breath. Chewing parsley, mint leaves or dill seeds after eating helps, too.
CANCER – Lay low on fats. Eat plenty of yellow and green vegetables and fruits (for vitamin C and beta carotene); spinach, winter squash, peaches, cantaloupe, apricots, broccoli, tomatoes, yams, carrots, cabbage, brussels sprouts. Choose low-fat dairy products, leaner meats, plenty of water and high-fiber foods like whole-grain flours and breads. Include macaroni, chickpeas, popcorn, baked potato, pita bread, brown rice. For specific cancers and food choices to target for them, refer to, “Doctor What Should I eat?” by Isadore Rosenfeld, MD. (Warner Books, Inc., 1995).
CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME – Foods with vitamin B6 can help; oatmeal, sunflower seeds, liver, wheat germ, bananas, rice bran, meat, fish, chicken, avocados. And eat foods with vitamin B12; fish, liver, eggs, cheese, muscle meats and shellfish.
CATARACTS – Eat plenty of vitamin C; fruits and fruit juices, leafy green vegetables. Also add small amounts of vitamin A foods; milk, eggs, liver; and beta-carotenes; orange, yellow and red fruits and vegetables.
CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME – Add some extra protein; skinless chicken, turkey, fish, egg whites, fresh vegetables and fruits and low-fat dairy products. Eat complex carbs like potatoes, pasta and whole grains. Natural fish sources are also good choices; tuna, salmon, whitefish, mackerel, herring, anchovies, bluefish.
COMMON COLD – These foods are helpful for fighting colds: grapefruit and other fruit juices and sections, garlic, horseradish, zinc lozenges, slippery elm tea and other vitamin C foods; broccoli, kale, potatoes and tomatoes.
CONSTIPATION – Remedies include cod liver oil, dandelion coffee, fresh fruits and vegetables, parsley, warm water, and slippery elm tea.
COUGHING – Drink warm, unsalted water in which potatoes were boiled. Or try warm milk with molasses and nutmeg added.
CRAMPS – Potassium-rich foods help – bananas!
DIARRHEA – Include in your diet: warm milk, sweet potatoes and RAB (rice, apple sauce and bananas).
FLU – Healthy food choices include grapefruit and garlic and beef broth.
GALLSTONES – Ease up on fats and refined sugars, eat more fiber; fresh fruits and vegetables (steamed veggies, too). Clear liquids are best; apple juice, broth, gelatin, 7-Up. Also include whole grains cereals, pastas and breads like pumpernickel and wheat rye, popcorn, wheat crackers and add oat bran in recipes. Lean meats and low-fat dairy products are recommended.
GOUT – Go light in the protein end and drink lots of fluids. Avoid foods with high purine content; animal organs, some shellfish and seafood (herring, mackerel, anchovies, sardines, roe, mussels, scallops) and gravy. Skip alcohol consumption. Eat carbohydrates like rice, pasta, fruits, vegetables and potatoes.
HEADACHES – Almonds are good for pain relief. So if Gatorade and ginger.
HEART TROUBLE – Onions and tarragon are good choices. Also skip alcohol consumption; go low of caffeine and no smoking.
HEMORRHOIDS – Increase the fiber in your diet- - slow-and-steady. And drink lots of fluids. Food choices are wheat bran, whole grain cereals, vegetables, apples, berries, prunes, figs, dates, beans, lentils and peas.
HIC-CUPS – Drink water and then eat some bread. Other “cures” are a teaspoon of honey or slowly drinking a glass of ice water covered with a paper towel (and drinking it through the paper towel).
INDIGESTION – For stomach trouble, try a teaspoon of baking soda in a glass of warm water. Other food choices are eating cucumbers or apples with their peels on, bay leaves, parsley, watercress, fresh pineapple, raw carrots, grated horseradish and herbal teas: chamomile, peppermint, dill, rosemary. Lemon in coffee and mint tea with honey also help.
INSOMNIA – Eat a boiled onion before going to sleep.
MENOPAUSE – Keep going with the calcium, ladies. Go light now on coffee, tea, salt, proteins. Better are decaffeinated beverages, herbal teas, herbs instead of salt like garlic, onion and lemon. Chose lean cuts and lower-fat dairy products, whole grains, bran, fresh fruits, vegetables, lentils.
MORNING SICKNESS – Before bed, eat a healthy fruit or vegetable that is difficult to digest, like a carrot or apple with the skin on, or celery.
OSTEOPOROSIS – Go low on the caffeine, salt and tobacco. And choose decaffeinated beverages and herbal teas. Instead of salt, use onion, garlic or lemon seasoning. Up your calcium / low-fat dairy intake; yogurt, cheese, milk, soy milk, tofu, shellfish, sardines, salmon, oysters, dark green vegetables (not spinach); cabbage, collards, broccoli.
STOMACH ACHE / UPSET– Warm cinnamon tea, hot mint tea, herbal peppermint tea or ginger spiced tea will help.
STRESS – Combination of drinking water, relax / exercise first. Later – slowly eat small amount of healthy foods – fruits, veggies.
URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS – Cranberry juice or barley water can help.
SUBSCRIBER PROGRAMS
There are many subscriber programs available both online and in the real world for dieters. In order to help choose one or just learn more about them in order to help round out your daily life and coordinate your activities, foods - - i.e. perfect diet lifestyle, here are some of the membership programs available.
South Beach Diet – Online at www.southbeachdiet.com , the South Beach Diet , developed by a cardiologist named Dr. Arthur Agatston, boasts being not about low-fat or low-carb. But rather they teach you about the right carbs and the right fats. Subscribers receive daily tips, recipes, guidance from Dr. Agatston, tips to stay on track, and tools to track your dietary goals, weight and progress track, and program phase. They also receive nutritional tools and a meal planner and scheduler to log daily meals and plan for meals up to a week ahead.
A handy online Shopping List Generator is also available for members for quickly and automatically creating and printing out lists. And message boards and a journal are also handy subscriber tools. Through posts, dieters and share recipes, motivation, advice, success and failure stories and support one another. And they can journal via online progress diary entries and read how their fellow members are doing.
eDiets - - Online at www.ediets.com , eDiets offers a wide range of dietary planning by combining well known company program options (like Atkins and Slim Fast) and others- including their own - and personalizing the delivered end product or comprehensive diet plans right to you. They feature email, ezine news, helpful articles, recipes, menus and tips.
eDiets also offers options. You can add an online personal trainer package with community boards, customizable fitness planning, live support, mentors, chats and experts to help you along. The virtual trainer shows step-by-step exercise routines so that you can watch on your computer screen and then copy the movements in the privacy of your own home or office. And the package can be tailored personal fitness goals, health issues and exercise preferences. You can also opt to add an online anytime-meetings 24/7 package with reviews of the latest nutritional products on the market. Or you can opt to add a recipe club package with over 2,000 recipes, grocery list aids, recipe finder and other dietary planning solutions.
Mix and match, upgrade or downgrade options at any time. They focus on offering a combined health, nutritional and lifestyle for helping with the perfect diet plan.
Atkins – Atkins offers a paid subscription program, customized through eDiets.com above. And they offer a no-cost version with less features through their website at https://atkins.com/myatkins/index.html . Their free version features a personal journaling section, recipe box, shopping list and file cabinet. Set health and fitness goals in your journal and monitor your progress. Have a handy place to keep your recipes. As you need to buy ingredients, simply click and add them to your shopping list. Save favorite tips, articles, Atkins information and more in their file cabinet area.
Slimfast – Similar to Atkins, Slimfast offers a paid subscription program that is customized through eDiets.com. And they offer a no-cost version through their website at http://www.slim-fast.com/membership.asp . Some of the goodies offered for free membership are individualized meal plans, personalized fitness program, food & exercise journals, weight charts, automatic notification of promotion & coupon offers, shopping lists, buddy program, “Ask a Dietitian,” live chats, success stories, a ergular newsletter and a Body Mass Index (BMI) calculator that uses height and body weight factors.
Weight Watchers – Online at www.weightwatchers.com , Weight Watchers offers a few choices. They have a couple different food plans; monitor points or simply go with food choices. Then opt for a real-world membership with weekly meetings where you learn about healthy food choices and activities, hear inspirational leaders/ speakers, pick up tips and program information, recipes and menus and have confidential weigh-ins. How meetings work is that you attend once a week for about an hour from a huge list hosted all over. You pay a small fee when you attend (beginning around $9 - $10 per week with special packages / plans available, depending upon the area). Find a meeting place online by entering your zip code or call 800-282-8908 (24/7).
Or opt for cyber-planning with Weight Watchers online tools. For a little less money per month, around $5 per week, you get recipe and meal ideas in a click, a points tracker and calendar, progress charts, restaurant guide and other resources. And connect with their online community 24/7 instead of driving around town juggling meetings in your schedule.
Jenny Craig – Available online at www.jennycraig.com for around $11 a month (or choose package deals). Online they feature eTools, a new product that is tailored to go hand-in-hand with the original real-world Jenny Craig Program. You can purchase foods from them or use their recipes / cookbooks. With the eTools, member also receive an
online journal, they can track and mark off meals from daily menus, monitor exercies / activities, calculate number of calories burned, include your feelings about your weight loss. These eTools also offer access to plan and print an unlimited number of Menu Plans. There is also a Recipe Box with additional Jenny Craig recipes from their quarterly cookbooks. There are free message boards available for all members (eTools or not). Some may offer “member-only sections” in the future. For programs in your area and pricing information, call: 800-597-JENNY.
The Weight Down Workshop – Gwen Shamblin’s Bible-based weight loss program is online at www.wdworkshop.com . Not a diet plan, the Weigh Down Workshop does not incur costs for consultants, foods or exercise plans. One program, “Exodus Out of Egypt” costs around $118 in fees (plus $7 for shipping and handling) that include your attendance at 12 weeks of class lessons, plus a set of 12 audiocassettes with workbook, access to toll-free advice, encouragement and help. The program teaches you to spend and eat less of regular foods you find about anywhere. Find a real-world workshop by completing an online form or by calling their toll-free number: 888-829-7500. For online support, information, packages and payment information, call them toll-free: (888) 751-5767. They have several plans available and people have to call to get descriptions and pricing.
ORGANIZATIONS
Losing and maintaining weight is a difficult and intimately personal struggle, but it’s not one that anyone needs to go through alone. There are literally millions of people forging their own paths to their better selves, and together, they offer support, advice, and inspiration to one another.
The Twelve Steps
Most recovery programs, including many for food and weight-loss related support, are based on the Twelve Steps. Despite inherent religious references, Twelve Step groups welcome members of all faiths, or even none at all. Roughly, these steps are, following the tradition of Compulsive Eaters Anonymous (described more below) :
1. We admitted we were powerless over food–that our lives had become unmanageable.
2. Came to believe that a Power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity.
3. Made a decision to turn our will and our lives over to the care of God as we understood Him.
4. Made a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves.
5. Admitted to God, to ourselves, and to another human being the exact nature of our wrongs.
6. Were entirely ready to have God remove all these defects of character.
7. Humbly asked Him to remove our shortcomings.
8. Made a list of all persons we had harmed, and became willing to make amends to them all.
9. Made direct amends to such people wherever possible, except when to do so would injure them or others.
10. Continued to take personal inventory and when we were wrong promptly admitted it.
11. Sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with God as we understood Him, praying only for knowledge of His will for us and the power to carry that out.
12. Having had a spiritual awakening as the result of these steps, we tried to carry this message to compulsive eaters, and to practice these principles in all our affairs.
Compulsive Eaters Anonymous HOW (CEA-HOW)
For those struggling with overeating, CEA-HOW offers support and guidance to help you to end your battle with food. By adopting the Twelve Steps, members encourage and remind one another to focus on their goals and use the tools of the group to gain strength. Focus not on negative issues, but rather on sharing recovery feedback and stories and discussing the weighing and measuring three healthy meals per day with no snacking in-between, and relies largely on a phone tree for support. They offer both in-person and online support groups with no dues or fees around the world. The group is self-supported through contributions. And their online meetings host chats, scheduled at various times to meet many needs. Some literature is available for free download. In all, the program reaches out to focus on three main areas; spiritual, physical, emotional. More information can be found at http://www.ceahow.org .
Eating Addictions Anonymous/SANE (EAA/SANE)
Eating Addictions Anonymous helps people dealing with a wide range of body image disorders, ranging from anorexics to bulimics to compulsive overeaters and everyone in-between. They stress that a spiritual, holistic approach is absolutely necessary to overcoming this disease, and pledge, using their 12-steps, to spend each day refraining from using food as a drug-type alternative and addressing body image issues. In addition to the Twelve Steps, the group focuses on the SANE philosophy or method—Spiritual Surrender, Absolute Commitment, Necessary Action and Emotional Healing. There are no fees or dues. For locations near you, contact Eating Addictions Anonymous, General Service Office, PO Box 8151, Silver Spring , MD 20907-8151. USA Telephone: (202) 882-6528. For more information, visit http://www.eatingaddictionsanonymous.org .
Eating Disorders Anonymous (EDA)
The only requirement for joining Eating Disorders Anonymous is a desire to end one’s struggle with an eating disorder. Their goal is balance, not abstinence. This self-supporting agency has no fees, dues or food plans. They invite people with disorders of all types and severity come together to find common ground and reach common goals. The group stresses that one can end an eating disorder with the right support and the right steps. Members are empowered to see past food and begin living with the ability to see and make alternate choices. Find a meeting location online or email: info@eatingdisordersanonymous.org . For more information, recovery stories downloadable at no-charge in Microsoft Word format, pdf brochures, and more, visit http://www.eatingdisordersanonymous.org .
Food Addicts Anonymous (FAA)
Food Addicts Anonymous relies on the Twelve Steps and a food plan (not a diet) to conquer addictions to food, specifically sugar, flour and wheat. Fats and high-carbohydrate refined, processed foods are also on their watch list, eliminating binging, cravings and shame. Instead, members focus on progress a single day at a time and are empowered with the understanding that being addicted to food is like a chemical dependency; as with any other drug, the only way to fight the addiction is to stop ingesting the chemical. There are no special foods to buy; simple, regular grocery store food is used. There are over 150 FAA chapters around the world to join. For more information, meeting locations and times, chatroom meetings, the Online Loop (a Yahoo email-based daily communication network) and more, visit http://www.foodaddictsanonymous.org .
Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA)
With membership open to anyone of any age experiencing difficulty with food-related issues, including anorexia, bulimia and overeating, Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous offers stability and support to those in need. It is based upon the 12-Steps. With frequent meetings, no dues, fees or weigh-ins, a warm and caring community is built where members find the strength they need to end their harmful addiction to food and achieve and maintain a healthy weight. For more information, location and times of meetings in your area, inexpensive pamphlets for purchase and more, visit http://www.foodaddicts.org .
National Association to Advance Fat Acceptance (NAAFA)
Working to fight against discrimination against fat people, the National Association to Advance Fat Acceptance offers literature, support and guidance to all its members. They publish a newsletter, write articles, run action campaigns, and host events and conferences, all with the goal of empowering the heavyset person to embrace and love themselves as they are. Within NAAFA are multiple support groups, including separate meetings for children, men, women, diabetics, and more. Annual dues are required. For additional information, resources, event dates, brochures, local chapters, Persons with Disabilities Law Center and more by clicking on http://www.naafa.org or contact them at: NAAFA, Inc., PO Box 188620, Sacramento, CA 95818. Call: (916) 558-6880.
Overeaters Anonymous (OA)
Similar to groups like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA), Overeaters Anonymous offers group support for anyone struggling with a variety of weight-related difficulties. It utilizes the Twelve Steps to empower members to overcome their problems and begin changing their lives for the better, with over 1500 chapters internationally.
Participants in OA experience a wide range of problems associated with food and their weight. An obsession with food, weight, and/or physical appearance is generally shared by all members in some form. Some are binge eaters, some are compulsive exercisers, and some are anorexics. Still others are diet pill addicts, bulimic, and/or so engulfed in yo-yo dieting that they are putting their life at risk.
There is no membership roster, no participation requirement, and no associated cost. Small donations are often sought at meetings to help meet costs, however. You never have to share your name or any personal identifying information about yourself. For more information, visit http://www.overeatersanonymous.org .
Taking Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS)
Taking Off Pounds Sensibly is a group similar to Overeaters Anonymous and other Anonymous groups, TOPS has over 10,000 chapters in the United States alone. Through frequent support groups, private weigh-ins, and positive energy, its members are encouraged—and encourage one another—to lose weight safely and sensibly, and keep it off. The group sells a Nutrition and Fitness software application on a CD that runs on Windows for around $40. It helps track and analyze foods and exercises for up to two users. And it boasts a database of 18,000+ food items from the USDA Database for Standard Reference, 9,000+ Brand Name foods and information featuring 3,200+ restaurant menu items, including many from the most popular national chains. It also has the ability to track up to 88 nutrient factors, including 37 vitamins and minerals. Annual membership dues are required, around $20 US, $25 Canada, plus 50-cents - $1 per week for chapter dues. Membership includes receiving a monthly print 40-page magazine filled with inspirational stories, healthy recipes and news from TOPS chapters around the world mailed to your postal address. The group sites these statistics on their website:
Current Obesity Statistics: (Source: Centers for Disease Control)
•61% of adults in the U.S. are considered overweight; 26% are considered obese.
•The percentage of children and adolescents who are overweight has doubled in the last 30 years.
•Each year, 300,000 deaths are attributable to poor diet and inactivity.
•Health care costs related to an unhealthy weight and sedentary lifestyle are more than $117 billion annually.
For more information, success stories, online ecards to mail others for encouragement, message board, online members area, chat room and more visit http://www.tops.org .
COOKING TIPS
Here are some cooking tips to help with your perfect dietary planning:
Low-Fat Supplies - -Keep these on hand. Butter-flavored low-fat vegetable cooking sprays are out there. So is apple sauce in place of some oil in recipes. Also keep the following handy: lemons, limes, your favorite fresh herbs and spices, evaporated skim milk, cornstarch, plain non-fat yogurt, flavored vinegar, and onions.
Substitute – Check recipes and ingredients and where applicable, cut fat and calories by using:
- Fat-free or reduced-calorie versions
- Skim milk, 1 percent or 2 percent milk for whole milk
Cooking Skills - - Hone in on or learn how to:
- Sauté, as with vegetables in water or broths.
- Use coking sprays or nonstick cookware.
- Cook in foil or parchment paper to seal in juicy flavors
- Trim fat from meats
- Stir-fry, bake, roast, poach, microwave, steam and broil
- Experiment with seasonings (herbs, spices)
CONVENIENCE FOOD TIPS
While it would be ideal to make all of our own snacks and meals from scratch everyday, the plain and simple truth is that most of us simply don’t have that kind of time. This is where we turn to convenience foods to meet our dietary and weight loss needs. However, the right convenience foods in the right amounts can easily be integrated into almost any diet.
Shop Smart - Never shop on an empty stomach. This will only make it harder for you to make choices that are in your best interests. Always be prepared with a thorough shopping list and do not divert from it. If an aisle is full of tempting goodies but has nothing on your list, simply walk right by it, instead of down it. If you see something healthy that you would like, but it’s not on your list, jot it down and add it to the list next time. This will provide you with something to look forward to.
Reach for the smaller bags and boxes of what you need when possible. The less food you have leftover in your kitchen translates into less temptation.
Read Labels - All convenience foods are not the same. Depending on your chosen diet, some will fit much better into your routine than others. This is why it’s important to become an informed consumer and never place anything in your grocery basket unless you’ve read the label and determined it’s in your best interests to buy it.
Many snack foods come in different versions—low fat, reduced fat, low calorie, low carbohydrate, low salt, etc. Choose the variety that best fits your dieting needs.
Remember that different labels can mean entirely different things. The following list may help you discern between them:
No calorie: Less than 5 calories per serving
Low calorie: Less than 40 calories per serving (or less than 120 calories per meal)
Reduced calorie: 25% less calories than the same amount of a similar food
No fat: Less than 0.5g fat per serving
Low fat: Less than 3g fat per serving (less than 30% of calories from fat per meal)
Low saturated fat: Less than 1g fat per serving
Reduced fat: 25% less fat than the same amount of a similar food
No cholesterol: Less than 2mg cholesterol per serving
Low cholesterol: Less than 20mg cholesterol per serving
Reduced cholesterol: 25% less cholesterol than the same amount of a similar food
No salt: Less than 5mg sodium per serving
Low salt: Less than 140mg sodium per serving
Reduced salt: 25% less sodium than the same amount of a similar food
No sugar: Less than 0.5g sugar per serving
Low sugar: No requirements—make sure to read the label
Reduced sugar: 25% less sugar than the same amount of a similar food
As you can see, eating six servings of a no-fat food can actually total as much as 3g of fat. For someone who is severely restricting their fat intake, this can greatly hinder their progress. It’s best to be informed and make wise shopping decisions. Take charge and be responsible.
Trim the Fat - Just because a macaroni and cheese frozen dinner is oozing extra cheese doesn’t mean you have to eat it. A common sense approach to preparing and consuming convenience foods can go a long way to making them healthier.
When you take a frozen meal out halfway to stir it, remove or blot away any excess oils and fats. Transfer to a real plate when finished, so you can discard the excess sauces.
If rice or pasta calls for a heaping tablespoon of butter, opt instead for a conservative teaspoon of soy margarine or olive oil. Ultimately your rice will taste the same and you won’t have all those extra calories to contend with.
Milk and cookies is a long-time favorite, but try for milk and crackers next time. Experiment with jellies and spreads instead of the usual mayonnaise and butter for toppings.
Portion Control - It’s easy to lose track of how much you’ve eaten when you drink or eat straight from the container. Stay on track by carefully measuring out serving sizes before you begin eating.
When you do buy items like chips or pretzels, locate the appropriate serving size on the nutrition label. As soon as you arrive home, divide the larger bag into individual servings in small plastic baggies.
In this same spirit, when snacking on any food, separate a single serving’s worth and put it aside in a plate or bowl. Then immediately put the food away, before you begin eating, to avoid temptation.
Try not to make the original packages easily accessible. Purchasing a bag re-sealer is more effective than using chip clips, because you are less likely to cut open a bag than to simply unclip it. Heavy-duty tape and hard-to-open containers can also do the trick.
Fast Food - Ideally, fast food should be avoided. However, the ever-expanding menus at many of the top fast-food chains are now offering many options that can fit into a variety of diet plans.
Look for grilled meals instead of fried. Opt for alternate sides instead of French fries if possible. Many chains offer salad and yogurt options as well.
Ask for substitutions if a menu item is not quite ideal. For example, you can request a hamburger without a bun, or you can request a bun without a hamburger. If you cannot get the substitution, make modifications yourself before eating, i.e. throw the hamburger bun in a nearby garbage bin or discard half your French fries.
Make Your Own - There’s no rule that says only store-bought, pre-packaged foods are convenient. Take time on the weekend or on days off to do some conscientious grocery shopping and cook one or two large meals of something healthy that you enjoy. Separate into serving sizes and refrigerate (or freeze) as necessary.
Buy fruits, vegetables, deli meats, and cheeses to snack on, and prepare them ahead of time by slicing into bite-sized pieces. Separate into serving sizes and store to use as snacks during the week; since they now require no preparation, you’ll be more likely to reach for the carrot sticks and less likely to reach for more processed convenience foods. Your own frozen vegetables make a delicious side dish in a snap.
Voila! Now you have your own frozen dinners (or lunches, or snacks) with much healthier contents.
SOCIAL EATING AND TRAVELING TIPS
It’s one thing to stick with your diet regimen when you’re at home, in control of the contents of your refrigerator and your portion sizes. But what about going out to dinner with friends? Worse, how do you stay on track when your dream vacation has you seated by the dessert cart at every meal?
Eating right when you’re out of your comfort zone can actually be easier than when you are at home, so long as you think smart and plan ahead.
Getting in shape can be an arduous journey, and you should allow yourself to celebrate along the way! However, celebrating doesn’t mean two helpings of dessert. Instead, focus on these simple tips to help you enjoy your dinners out on the town without compromising your weight loss goals.
Daily Plan
Incorporate meals out like any others. Don’t skip meals beforehand, setting yourself up to be starving, then overeat. Plan. Don’t be afraid to call ahead and find out what the specials are going to be and figure out a couple of choices, so that you don’t stress out when you arrive and order foods that are not the best options for your diet.
If the restaurant or event is going to serve you buffet-style, again, call ahead to plan. If that’s not an option, here are a couple ideas. First, ask someone with whom you’re comfortable sharing your dietary concerns to help you. Tell him or her what foods you can eat (or what you cannot eat) and ask the person to fill a plate for you. Or second, walk up to the buffet table(s) beforehand with no plate. Just take a casual stroll around and see which foods are being served. Then decide if you would like to ask someone else to place your selections on a plate for you or if you would prefer to get them yourself.
Slow and Steady
First of all, use manners and eat slowly. Not only will this help with your digestion, it slows your eating down so that you don’t “gulp” and be a chow-hound, eating everything in sight.
If out with others, remember you are also there for socializing, so talk between bites. Set your eating utensils down while you chew. Have a sip of water between bites. The goal is not to see how fast can you wolf down the food while someone else is talking.
Have fun along the way
Food has become our society’s way of bringing people together, bonding friends, and building relationships. Unfortunately, for those of us looking to cut back on what and how much we eat, this can make previously enjoyable dinner dates to be dreaded and avoided tasks.
It doesn’t have to be this way. Remember why you’ve been invited out in the first place: to enjoy the company of others. You do not need certain amounts of food or certain types of food to accomplish this. Still go out, but help choose a place with foods you can eat. For example, opt for a restaurant with salads and low-fat menu choices instead of a place with all deep-fried batter-dipped menu choices and heavy desserts. The worst thing you can do for your self-confidence is to shut yourself off from your circle of family and friends, or to stay shut in the house all the time. After all, when you do meet your weight loss goal, you still want friends around to enjoy it with!
Strength in numbers
If you’re nervous about your willpower, go through a couple of trial runs with other friends who are watching what they eat. In this case, peer pressure can be a positive thing, as you all encourage one another to make healthy meal decisions.
Avoid the urge to compete with one another to see who can drink the most water and eat only shredded lettuce leaves. Instead, choose an old favorite and split it with a partner. This way, you won’t feel deprived and your portion size will automatically be limited. Not only will your waistlines be smaller, but so will your bills!
Call ahead
Chances you, whatever restaurant you will be frequenting has heard every request in the book—twice. If you’re concerned you won’t be able to find something on the menu that meets your needs, call ahead and explain what you’re looking for. Even if it’s not on the menu, they may be able to whip something up especially for you if you’ve called in advance.
Phoning early can also provide nutrition information for certain meals, if you need this information. And be flexible and open to new ideas. The cook may have his or her own special recipes and ideas.
Avoid temptation
There is no law that says you must have a basket of bread, butter and oil before a meal out. If it is on your table when you are seated, request that it be brought back to the kitchen.
If your dinner mates are eager to start off with the carbs, then order a glass of water and take a sip each time you are tempted to break bread. Besides, you’ll want the time you would have wasted buttering and dipping to spend reading the menu for smart, sensible choices.
Don’t assume that you’ll be able to hold out on temptations throughout the entire meal. Set yourself up for success when you order by requesting they leave off the oils and sauces. Request that your meat and vegetables be steamed, not fried. Order a salad (with light or no dressing, on the side) or side of veggies instead of fries or mashed potatoes.
Bring your own…
If there are certain food flavorings that you have come to enjoy as substitutes for traditionally fattening ones, bring them along and request that the chef prepare your meal plain. If you like Splenda in your iced tea, bring along a few packets. If a dash of homegrown or store-bought spices moves your taste buds better than a slathering of mayonnaise and mustard, then bring along a shaker. Bring along you own low-fat dressing for your salad.
On vacation, save on eating out and use the funds to rent a room with a mini-fridge and microwave. Then take along (or pick up) a few lite, healthy items to eat as snacks in-between (or in place of) meals. Avoiding even one or two meals out will help reduce temptation and provides more time to enjoy other vacationing activities.
It’s all in the portions
Most restaurants offer half-sizes (at smaller prices). If these are not listed on the menu, just ask, and your request will more than likely be accommodated. Restaurant portions are significantly larger than actual portion sizes; a half-size will more than adequately replace your normal meal size.
There’s no rule that you must order your meal from the entrée list. Peruse the appetizer menu for attractive (and smaller) options. You can also create a delicious and unique meal by combining various side dishes.
Alternately, you can request your doggie bag in advance. If they don’t offer to package half your meal for you, decide for yourself (before you begin eating) what an appropriate portion size is and wrap up the remainder.
A doggie bag leaves you something delicious to look forward to the next day. Place it under your seat so it won’t present a temptation while you’re enjoying your current meal.
Fill up on the good stuff
Drink plenty of water before you leave for the restaurant, and while you wait for the food to arrive. This will help fill you up and prevent hunger-inspired indulgences.
Request your salad (and/or soup, if it’s not creamy) be brought out first, and dig in. By the time your food arrives, you should be able to more rationally determine what portion sizes are appropriate, and if anything needs to be avoided.
Dreaded desserts
First of all, do not order dessert until you are completely finished with your meal. You may be full and not want anything. And that’s certainly not a crime!
After the meal, if everyone is splurging on the dessert menu, keep in mind that you don’t have to join in just to be part of the “gang.” Enjoy a cup of coffee or tea to end your meal. Or ask someone to split a dessert with you. Hint: Doggie bags can also be used for desserts! So split it in half and take part home for another day or your neighbor.
You have to be left out of choosing a neat dessert, either. See if the kitchen can put together a fruit bowl or a sorbet dish to satisfy your cravings without putting all your conscientious work at dinner to waste. This might be something to call ahead about..hint!
Distract yourself
Vacations should be a luxurious time to indulge oneself and have fun. Though it does lead to eating out more often, it also removes many of the day’s temptations: you won’t be wandering over to the kitchen when you’re bored, or overindulging at the grocery store and then feeling “obligated” to eat what you’ve bought.
Spend time in the pool, on the sand, and at the shops, not at the restaurants. Most vacation hot spots are ideal for eating on the go; you can pick up a small meal from a roadside vendor and eat it while walking the boardwalk and enjoying the sights and sounds.
Don’t make food about suffering. If the smell of saltwater taffy engulfs you, treat yourself—to one. Having a small amount will indulge your craving without compromising your diet. Better yet, after you buy your taffy, don’t begin eating it until you’ve walked far enough away to avoid being tempted by the smell.
Try making a rule like, “If I eat, I need to enjoy a fun activity, too: a walk, bike ride, swim, tennis, putt-putt, etc.” Then coordinate daily “pairings” or events with meal planning. Life, including vacations, does not have to be all about food. Nor does it have to focus on food.
Don’t stress
Vacations and meals out are intended to be enjoyment, not torture. If you do go a little overboard, it’s important not to beat yourself up over it. Forgive yourself and get on with life. Simply use that experience to learn where you can improve the next time you are in that situation.
With the right approach, eating out can be a pleasurable experience. Remember, a successful diet is a lifelong lifestyle modification. You need to be able to incorporate healthful eating out activities into your routine.
What happens if you DO stress? Add extra activities to your schedule. Swim some laps. Walk or jog. Leave your wallet in the trunk and go to a mall for a shop-walk. Take a tour. Visit a museum. Enjoy a park and feed the ducks. Just get out, focus on something else and enjoy life.
BASIC MEAL & MENU PLANNING
As a basis for meals and menu planning, refer to the pyramid information mentioned earlier to make sure you have the basic food requirements met for all family members. Then cross check and plan by looking over basic food categories to target healthy foods to fit the lifestyles and health of everyone. For example, if someone has depression, add some foods mentioned above to his or her dietary plans that aid in the healing and prevention of depression.
Meal planning also depends upon several factors like the number of people eating, meal times, special dietary concerns, budget, available foods, recipes on hand and likes and dislikes of everyone who will be eating. Begin by choosing foods and recipes that you like and know how to prepare well and that fit into everyone’s dietary plans. If one or more people have special needs, like diabetics, plan ahead for substitutions either in the food preparation or food substitution for that individual or for those individuals.
There are a few things to note when making meal choices and menu planning. First, some foods may be advertised a certain way, but that doesn’t mean you can’t experiment. For instance, eggs and sausage can be served for dinner, not just breakfast. And waffles can be made from healthy wheat grains and eaten for lunch with fresh fruits instead of sugary syrup and heavy butter for breakfast.
Add variety, too. Have other family members jump in and prepare meals some nights and on weekends. Kids enjoy making macaroni and cheese, so host mac-n-cheese night on Wednesdays, for example. Then alternate different vegetable combinations, colors and textures to vary the menu on a weekly basis (no need to let boredom take over on Wednesdays with the same routine!)
To help with family food budget concerns, clip coupons from newspapers, weekend inserts, and any place you can find them. Downloaded coupons from the Internet to save money, too, from places like CoolSavings.com and CouponCart.com. RefundingMakesCents offers an affordable subscription to a neat print magazine for coupon deals, trades and lots more, with a secret code to their website for Internet coupon-codes for lots of online companies like Amazon.com (cookware) and Barnes and Noble (cookbooks).
Also note seasonal food selections for savings. Create menus and meals based upon what’s on special that week or month. Hint: stock up and store or freeze special-priced items and family favorites when possible and storage room and the budget allows. But don’t over do it. With convenience stores and supermarkets for food shopping in practically every neighborhood anymore, there is no need to hoard. An old saying, “Haste makes waste” might apply if you see a great buy, purchase multiple items, then let them become outdated and have to toss them out.
One fun way to save is by trading coupons and working out food deals with friends, family, neighbors, your church group and anyone else who’d like to join in. Food cooperatives and farm markets available in your area may offer special pricing to groups or large purchases. So team up for better purchasing power and split everything up between group members. If you’re not into that much organization, go one-on-one with a neighbor, other friend or relative. Buy a huge bag of potatoes, onions, oats, and / or other foods, then share.
Here is one special item to note with regards to dietary planning. It’s unfortunate, but fast foods, especially those that are high in fat content (fried, greasy foods), are often cheaper than good, healthy food choices. For example, lean beef costs more than high-fat beef; cereals high in nutritional value are often priced much higher than the low-cost, sugary brand names. And low income and homeless people are particularly victims of this situation, many times needing to turn to the less healthier food choices for survival. So whenever possible, your plans might want to include donating a portion to homeless shelters and churches who would probably be more than willing to take extras off your hands.
In conclusion, arriving at the Perfect Diet may be no quick, simple task in today’s world of fast-paced living. But there sure are many helpful planning solutions available to fit every budget both online and in the real world. And by choosing foods to help with our individual health issues and concerns, and reaching out for support, information and dietary planning when needed, not one of us has to “go it” alone.
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One of the challenges of low carb diets is that it is often difficult to find appetizing and economical snack options. This is especially true if you are on a tight budget and cannot afford special prepackaged foods. Another obstacle to low carb snacking and meal preparation is finding ingredients that are appetizing and will not leave you bored after a few days.
Low carb dieters need to be creative in their food choices. It is easy to focus on what foods are not allowed. Too often which foods are not allowed seems to be our main focus. However, there are many quick meal and snack possibilities right in front of our eyes if we just think about them creatively.
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Carbs Per Serving: 6g (3g fiber)
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
1 cup boiling water (240ml)
2 apple-flavored herbal tea bags - optional
1 apple
2 tablespoons lemon juice (30ml)
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons sugar equivalent
1/2 cup Wise CHOice Cake-ability Baking Aid (50g)
1/2 pound ground pecans (225g or about 2 cups)
pinch salt
3/4 cup sugar equivalent (equivalent to 150g)
3 eggs
3 tablespoons oil (45ml)
2 teaspoons allspice or apple pie spice
1/4 cup walnut pieces (30g) - optional
How to Prepare:
1. Optional: prepare apple tea concentrate and allow to cool. Otherwise, just use plain water in Step 6.
2. Peel apple, slice thin, and then cut part into thin slices, the rest into a small dice. Sprinkle with lemon juice, cinnamon, and sweetener.
3. Grease tube pan and arrange apple slices in an attractive pattern.
Optional: if the pan is microwave safe, partly cook the apple slice -- this will help them stay in place when batter is added.
4. Also cook the diced apple briefly in microwave or on stove to make the apple pieces tender.
5. Mix (or grind) together, breaking up any lumps: CBA, ground nut sweetener equal (if dry -- or add liquid sweetener in Step 3), pin salt. The finer the nuts are ground, the finer the cake.
6. Combine liquid ingredients.
7. Stir liquid and dry ingredients together until thoroughly wet - no need to beat!
8. Immediately pour into prepared pan. Swirl in apple pieces and optional walnuts. Microwave (around 7 minutes), preferably raised above the floor of the oven (an upside-down glass pie plate works well), or bake a 350¡F (175¡C) -- loaf pans 40-50 minutes, round pans 25-35 minutes, cupcakes/muffins 15-25 minutes -- or until center springs back.
9. Invert to serve.
NOTES:
- Use any combination of fruit and spices.
- Save the fruit carbs and get the fruit flavor from a commercial flavoring.
- Use apple or spice herb tea instead of water.
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Carbs Per Serving: 3.8g
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
8 ounces Cream Cheese
1 egg
1 1/2 teaspoons Vanilla
1/4 cup peanut butter
4 splenda packets -- (4 to 5)
cupcake baking cups/papers
1 dash sugar free chocolate and/or caramel espresso syrup (Optional)
How to Prepare:
Mix all ingredients together well (approximately 5 minutes). Distribute evenly into 6 cupcakes. Bake at 325* for 40-50 minutes until golden brown. Let cool completely, and keep refrigerated.
And Enjoy
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Carbs Per Serving: 34g carbs total
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
16 ounces mascarpone cheese -- bel-gio-oso brand is best
3 Eggs
2 shots decaf espresso or strong coffee
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup artificial sweetener -- equal is ok, it's no bake
OPTIONAL - about 24 vanilla wafers -- keeblers has the lowest carbs
How to Prepare:
Seperate the egg yolks from the whites. In one bowl, beat egg yolks, sweetener, 1 TBSP espresso, and vanilla for 2-3 minutes. Add this mixture to the marscapone cheese and beat until smooth, but do not over-beat! In another bowl, beat the egg whites untill stiff peaks form. Gently fold the egg whites into the marscapone mixture If you want a crust, line the bottom of a pie or bread pan with the wafers and drizzle espresso over them lightly. If not, just put the mixture into the pie or bread pan, sprinkle cocoa powder or cinnamon on top if desired Refridgerate for 3-4 hours. This will knock your socks off!!! Your friends who eat sugar will clean the plate, too, and it's very simple to make.
NOTES : Counts for espresso not included in totals.
And Enjoy.
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Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
1 package (8 oz.) of Cream Cheese
1 tbsp of Vanilla Extract
4 packages of Splenda brand sweetner
How to Prepare:
Directions: Mix all ingredients in mixing bowl and mash together mixing well. May heat in microwave for 30 sec for more effective mixing. Spread on cake.
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Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
2 ounces unsweetened baking chocolate
1/2 cup butter -- (1 stick)
1/2 cup splenda -- to taste
2 eggs
1/3 cup atkins bake mix
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract -- sugar free
How to Prepare:
Carefully melt chocolate with butter together - do not let chocolate boil or burn!Pour into mixing bowl. Add Splenda gradually (taste to desired sweetness) and beat well. Add eggs and beat well. Add bake mix and salt and beat well. Add Vanilla and mix in. Pour into greased 8" X 8" pan (you will need to spead it evenly into the pan) and bake at 325 degrees for 20-25 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick and if clean, remove from oven. If slightly underdone they will be more chewy. Let cool in the pan and cut into 16 pieces.
And Enjoy....
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Carbs Per Serving: 4
Prep Time: 15 min
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
1/2 stick cream cheese,
1/2 cup ricotta cheese,
1 cup heavy cream,
1/2 packet unflavored gelatin,
1 pack sugar free/fat free banana cream pudding mix,
1/2 cup hot!! water?
How to Prepare:
In a medium size bowl combine gelatin, pudding mix, and cream. Mix with electric mixer. Then add ricotta cheese & water. Mix. Then gradually add in cream cheese. Eat right away if you choose or let sit in fridge for 15 min for a cool treat!
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Carbs Per Serving: 4-6
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
3 oz. cream cheese, softened
3 Tbsp. SF peanut butter
½ cup heavy cream
1 cup water
1 package instant SF butterscotch pudding
How to Prepare:
Mix cream cheese & peanut butter together until smooth. Add cream, water and dry pudding mix. Mix until smooth. (Could be made with chocolate pudding also).
Carb count depends on carbs in peanut butter.
Add cream, water and dry pudding mix. Mix until smooth. (Could be made with chocolate pudding also).
Enjoy
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CarbsPerServing: 5g carbs total
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
1 Bar Carbolite Dark Chocolate (1.75 oz)
1/4 cup butter
2 tablespoons splenda
2 tablespoons half and half
1/4 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1 Egg
How to Prepare:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In heavy saucepan over low heat, add chocolate, butter, splenda, half and half, and vanilla. Stir frequently until melted and smooth. In medium bowl lightly beat egg. Slowly beat warm chocolate mixture into egg until blended. Pour batter into small baking dish. Bake for 45 minutes or until toothpick inserted 1 inch from edge comes out clean.
Enjoy!
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Carbs Per Serving: 8.45 g (2.62 g effective carbs)
Prep Time: 40 minutes
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
½ lb. walnuts
½ c. Cake-Ability
½ c. cocoa
¾ c. Splenda, granular form
2 t. vanilla extract
½ c. + 3 T. canola oil, divided
2 T. + 1 c. water, divided
3 eggs
3 oz. Steels Gourmet Chocolate Fudge Sauce
How to Prepare:
Preheat oven to 350ºF. Grease a 8 or 9-inch round baking pan. In Vita-Mixer grind walnuts to fine. Pour into mixing bowl and add Cake-Ability, cocoa, Splenda, vanilla extract, ½ c. canola oil and 2 T. water and mix until blended. In a bowl combine eggs with remaining water and canola oil and beat briefly. Slowly pour into mixer bowl slowly while it is on mixing at medium speed. Blend until smooth. Pour into prepared baking pan and bake for 25 minutes, or until knife inserted in center of cake comes out clean.
Remove from oven. Allow cake to cool completely in the pan, then remove and put on plate. Frost top of cake with Steel's Gourmet
Chocolate Fudge Sauce.
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Carbs Per Serving: 5.5g
2g Fiber
1g Sugar
Prep Time: 3 minutes
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
1/4 C Soy Flour
1 T Cocoa Powder
1/4 t Baking Powder
5 Packets Splenda
2 T Melted Butter
1 T Water 1 Egg
How to Prepare:
In 2-Cup Pyrex baking dish blend well (flour, cocoa, baking powder, splenda). Add water, melted butter and egg. Blend thoroughly with fork. Cover with plastic wrap (To vent, cut small slit in center of plastic wrap). Microwave on high 1 minute or until knife comes out clean. Cool a bit; eat warm with whipped cream or cool completely to ice.
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Carbs Per Serving: useable carbs about 1.9
Prep Time: 5 min.
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
1 c. heavy cream
8 oz cream cheese
2 tbs Splenda or 3 pkts Equal or sweeten with stevia.
1/2 c. Sugar Free peanut butter
1 small box Sugar Free butterscotch pudding (I use Jello brand)
How to Prepare:
Blend until very smooth heavy cream, cream cheese & sweetner. Add peanut butter until smooth. Add pudding mix until smooth. Pour into PAM sprayed 7 x 11 pan. Chill 2-3 hours.
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Carbs Per Serving: 8.45 g (2.62 g effective carbs)
Prep Time: 40 minutes
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
½ lb. walnuts
½ c. Cake-Ability
½ c. cocoa
¾ c. Splenda, granular form
2 t. vanilla extract
½ c. + 3 T. canola oil, divided
2 T. + 1 c. water, divided
3 eggs
3 oz. Steels Gourmet Chocolate Fudge Sauce
How to Prepare:
Preheat oven to 350ºF. Grease a 8 or 9-inch round baking pan. In Vita-Mixer grind walnuts to fine. Pour into mixing bowl and add Cake-Ability, cocoa, Splenda, vanilla extract, ½ c. canola oil and 2 T. water and mix until blended. In a bowl combine eggs with remaining water and canola oil and beat briefly. Slowly pour into mixer bowl slowly while it is on mixing at medium speed. Blend until smooth. Pour into prepared baking pan and bake for 25 minutes, or until knife inserted in center of cake comes out clean.
Remove from oven. Allow cake to cool completely in the pan, then remove and put on plate. Frost top of cake with Steel's Gourmet Chocolate Fudge Sauce.
And Enjoy
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Carbs Per Serving: see note on recipe Prep Time:n/a
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
8 ounces cooked chicken breast half – diced small
1 ounce slivered almonds
½ cup jicama – diced small/see note
½ cup diced celery
½ cup diced onion
4 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 packets stevia
salt and pepper – to taste
How to Prepare:
Put jicama and 2Tbls water in a baggie with 1 packet splenda and let sit at room temperature for 1 hour, turning bag occasionally to marinate.
When ready to make, mix all ingredients well including liquid from jicama. Refrigerate at least 2-3 hours to blend flavors.
*note: ½ cup of diced strawberries can be used instead, but don’t add them until ready to serve and fold in gently.
**Start with a pack of stevia/sweetener added to the salad mixture and taste before adding more. You may not like it as sweet as I do.
**Nutritional information is for entire recipe. I get 3-4 servings, so divide the information provided by the number of servings you get.
Per serving:
990 Calories (kcal);
76g Total Fat; (66% calories from fat);
63g Protein; 23g Carbohydrate;
8g fiber;
174mg Cholesterol;
4768mg Sodium
Enjoy
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Carbs Per Serving: 3.5g
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
Salad:
1/3 head lettuce
4 radishes – chopped
3 green onions – finely chopped (green peppers are also good on this salad)
Dressing:
2 tablespoons butter
½ pound cooked shrimp – small
1 clove garlic
pepper
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon curry powder
How to Prepare:
Put about 2 Tbls Butter and ½ Lb. Small cooked shrimp in medium glass bowl with lid.
Microwave 1 minute till butter is melted and shrimp is medium hot. Stir in 1 clove garlic and a small amount of pepper. In separate small bowl combine 3 large Tbls of Mayonnaise (I
used Best Foods) and 1 tsp Curry powder.
Pour juice from shrimp place in with mayonnaise and combine. Put shrimp on salad. Pour dressing on salad.
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Once the review is done, send me an email with the URL to your review. After a half dozen reviews or so, I’ll make a post with links to all the reviews. This is a great chance to get your site noticed and exchange links.
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Ingredients:
lettuce sliced
boiled eggs
chopped onion
sliced olives
crumbled bacon
mayo
grated cheese
How to Prepare:
Layer. Make in single serving size or family size.Can be made ahead and refrigerated.
Enjoy
Labels: ketogenic diets, ketosis, lettuce, Low Carb, Low Carb Diet Recipes, Mens Salad, Salad, weight loss, zero carb
¶ 3:44 AM 0 Comments Links to this post
CarbsPerServing: 0
Prep Time: Less than 5 min.
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
1 can tuna (drained)
Mayo (use as much as you like-I use 2 T)
1-2 slices cheese (I like provolone or cheddar)
How to Prepare:
Mix together drained tuna and mayo in a small oven proof bowl. Top with cheese. Broil on Hi for 3 min. Variation: Use a slice of Atkins bread.
I like this better than a tuna melt- who needs soggy bread anyway?
For more info on low carb diets please visit.
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Enjoy.
Labels: cheddar cheese, Diet Recipes, ebooks, ketogenic diets, ketosis, Low Carb, Low Carb Diet Recipes, tuna melt, weight loss, zero carb
¶ 9:07 AM 0 Comments Links to this post
CarbsPerServing: Depends on serving- very low Prep Time: Seconds
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
Salami slices
Cream Cheese or Cheddar Almond Accents" (salad topping by Sunkistany flavor)
How to Prepare:
Spread cream cheese on a salami slice, top with a few Almond Accents (any flavor), fold like a taco and sit down to watch your favorite movie with a little plate of these. You can also substitute cream cheese for cheddar, or use both!
Enjoy
Labels: almond accents, cheddar cheese, cream cheese, ketogenic diets, ketosis, Low Carb, Low Carb Diet Recipes, salami, weight loss
¶ 7:49 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
1 pound round steak
2 tablespoons lime juice
4 tablespoons oil
1 clove garlic – crushed
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper – flakes
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
6 cups romaine lettuce – shredded
4 tablespoons bottled Italian dressing
1 small tomato – diced
½ onion – cut into thin rings
1 medium cucumber – sliced thin, don’t peel
8 black olives
2 medium radishes – sliced thin
How to Prepare:
Mix lime juice, oil, garlic and seasonings. Place in a large zipper bag w/meat. Let marinate overnight, turning occasionally. When ready to serve, heat Foreman grill and cook for 6 minutes. (You may need to cut steak in ½ or smaller). If using a skillet, preheat skillet -you want it to sizzle when you put the steak in☺
Cook over high heat for 4 minutes per side.
Toss lettuce with dressing and place in 4 plates. Top with the vegetables.
Slice steak thinly and place on top of salad.
NOTES : Counts for italian dressing not included.
Labels: ketogenic, ketosis, Low Carb, Mens Salad, Salad, steak
¶ 12:53 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
30-Day Low Carb Diet 'Ketosis Plan' has already helped scores of people lose their excess pounds and inches faster and easier than they ever thought possible. Why not find out what 30-Day Low Carb Diet 'Ketosis Plan' can do for you by trying it out for yourself!
Meet Scot Standke, author of the 30-Day Low Carb Diet 'Ketosis Plan' and webmaster at several of the fastest growing low carb websites online.
Scot Standke best known for his wildly successful internet sites, CarbTrack.com and LowCarbDietRecipe.com. An avid low carber himself for over 10 years, Scot has lost over 100 lbs and also has managed to maintain it for over 7 years now.
His specialty is the easy induction style low carb diet, that he designed to blast away over 20 pounds in only 30 days. Scot Standke is the writer of one of the webs most successful low carb newsletters, claiming a subscription rate of over 10,000 strong and growing. Scot believes his 30-Day Low Carb Diet 'Ketosis Plan' is so effective that virtually anyone can now lose weight faster and easier than they ever imagined.
I've developed something very powerful for the almost effortless removal of stubborn bulging fatty deposits. In fact it's so powerful that, depending on how much you're overweight, it allows you to lose up to 20 pounds of fat, flab and fluids in just 30 days, and amazing as it may seem, you can lose this awesome amount of weight, while you are still allowed three very filling meals a day!
Real meals, mouth watering delicious meals, meals that give you that wonderful satisfying feeling that you've really eaten when you get up from the table. But, best of all, it's based on science, factual science, not false claims nor empty promises, and I'll stake my reputation on it.
- NO calorie counting.
- NO side effects, natural, gentle, safe.
- NO caffeine, or harmful stimulants.
- NO nervousness or irritability.
- NO Unsafe Pills to take
You see, being an astute student that specializes in weight loss and more notably the Atkins Version of the low carb diet for more than 10 years, I've learned a great deal about how you can successfully destroy your stubborn fat, once and for all! How you can actually shed all your unwanted pounds and inches and reverse years of over eating without the pain and effort you may have thought it once took. How you can definitely lose your embarrassing fat and flab, even if you've failed time and time again!
And my number one fat burning secret, the secret that has helped so many overweight people just like you lose weight the easy way can be boiled down to simply this.
No matter what you've been told trying to lose weight the hard way, the way that requires tons of effort, deprivation, and lots of will power, just doesn't work! It's not counting calories or even starving yourself that really makes the difference between a fat unhealthy-unattractive body, and a lean, healthy, beautifully attractive body.
Why? Because your body will compensate for radically decreased caloric intake and actually slow down the burning of fat. And even worse, when you go off your starvation diet, your body will overcompensate and continue what's called the “starvation response, which in plain words means you can actually gain back more weight than you may have temporarily lost!
Weight Is Managed, Not Cured!
Fortunately, there's now a way to lose weight that doesn't require counting calories or starving yourself, that doesn't require the deprivation and suffering associated with conventional dieting! It's what I call the easy way to lose weight, and it's my number one secret for having a beautiful, slim, stunning body, my number one secret for enjoying the rest of your life as a happy, healthy, permanently thin person.
It's really quite extraordinary, even if I do say so myself! For your nutritional health and well being, I've formulated an entire 30 day low carb diet system that can literally trick your body into burning excess stored fat, while you happily eat 3 filling meals a day! It's a process known to medical doctors, most notably, Dr Robert Atkins as ketosis and I absolutely guarantee that it works. The process is literally so effective that it can cause your body to go into an almost non-stop fat burning frenzy while you continue to eat your 3 filling, delicious meals each day.
A fat burning frenzy that virtually destroys stubborn fat from your entire body, even from hard to reach areas like neck and chin fat. A fat burning frenzy so powerful that I can only recommend that you use the ketosis activating 30 Day Low Carb Diet system for one 30 day cycle at a time! Then you may need to adjust your carb intake upward a bit.
That's right! It's a fact! Once you try this powerful and effective method for non-stop fat destruction you may be tempted (because it's so incredibly easy) to use it longer than 30 days but I highly recommend that you either, increase your carbs or add a few low carbs snacks in each day, and most importantly, get prior authorization from a professional Medical Dr. After this you can go back on what I call the Fat Burning Cycle and lose additional pounds. And even if you have one hundred pounds or more to lose, you can repeat the Fat Burning Cycle as many times as necessary.
I'm very proud to say, I've spent years researching and then carefully developing this diet system that tricks your body into relentlessly burning body fat, while you continue to eat your full three mouth-watering, real food meals each day. And you should know that the longer you follow the 30-Day Low Carb Diet 'Ketosis Plan' the closer you will be in your desire to achieve the beautiful, attractive and healthy body of your dreams!
I highly recommend a strong vitamin ritual during your entire diet, with emphasis on the following vitamin and nutrients:
CHROMIUN PICOLINATE (Considered a highly effective natural metabolic stimulator.)
BEE POLLEN/BEE PROPOLIS (Super high nutrition value promotes lasting energy.)
B-1 THIAMIN (Essential for carbohydrate metabolism.)
RADIX GINSENG (Recognized as natural energy booster for the last 5000 yrs!)
GAMMA ORYZINOL (May contribute to increased stamina.)
LECITHIN (Powerful nutritional factor vital to both mind and body.)
SARASAPARILLA (Absolutely wonderful herbal extract for increased health and well being.)
INOSINE (A naturally occurring metabolic product which may help reduce fatigue and improve metabolic functioning.)
But, believe it or not, this special mix of vitamins, minerals and herbs are NOT the reason why my 30-Day Low Carb Diet 'Ketosis Plan' will work so well for you. They're NOT the reason why you can drop pounds and inches in record time. And they're NOT the reason why you may see dramatic results from almost the very first week you begin!
The real reason why you can actually lose up to twenty pounds in 30 days the easy way is due to the powerful ketosis activating in my diet system.
And with the ketosis activating diet system you get to do the one thing everybody else has told you not to do! You get to eat without counting calories! And I mean EAT! 3 fully satisfying meals a day! East so much that one of my friends almost fainted in disbelief when she stepped on the scale after just two weeks and witnessed the incredible amount of pounds and inches that seemingly vanished!
Just imagine being able to eat regular meals for an entire month, enjoying yourself like never before, and then fitting into clothes you once thought impossible to wear. Imagine, thirty short wonderful days and you can kiss up to twenty pounds of fat, flab and excess fluids goodbye. Thirty short days to a leaner, more seductive body. It's truly the easy way to lose weight!
Here is what some of my best clients are saying about their success. Of course, weight loss varies for every person and it depends on how well you follow the instructions, but nevertheless you'll have to agree that these are some pretty impressive results:
Scot you've saved my life. I've been on so many diets and failed that I didn't think I could ever try one again. Thanks to your easy way to lose weight I've finally lost the 35 pounds I've been trying to lose for more than twenty years! Thanks again!
--Susie G. Normand, OKSince I lost 27 pounds the easy way, I'm bubbling over with self confidence. I've got a new boyfriend and can finally wear the clothes I dreamed of wearing!
--Sally F. Ripon, CAScot, you have developed what I consider to be one of the most effective weight loss programs available today. And quite unique! Count me in as an ardent supporter!
--John J. Baltimore, MDWhen it comes to losing weight I really am lazy. You must have had me in mind when you developed the 30-Day Low Carb Diet 'Ketosis Plan'. Thank God you did, because it worked! I've lost 31 pounds and still going down.
--Kimberly P. Plano, TXScot you deserve a medal. Your 30-Day Low Carb Diet 'Ketosis Plan' worked like a charm. I lost 45 pounds and never once was hungry!
--Jim H. River Falls, WI
Can you blame me for believing so strongly in the power of 30-Day Low Carb Diet 'Ketosis Plan' that I've put my entire reputation on the line to prove it!
How many diets, pills, plans or systems have you tried that were actually developed by someone that actually lives the diet daily and is living proof that it works? Probably very few, if any. Why, because most people or companies have nothing to lose if their so called weight loss programs don't work. They just don't care if your hopes and dreams are shattered. Here today, gone tomorrow, along with the hard earned cash!
Here are just a few of the benefits you will find in using my 30-Day Low Carb Diet 'Ketosis Plan'
- Enjoy 90 different recipes, (3 per day), all within the allowed Atkins 'Ketosis' range of 20 grams of carbs per day.
- Discover an almost instant weight loss, as the powerful 'ketosis' effect will boost your weight burning metabolism within the first three days.
- Suffer from no more nagging hunger pangs, my 30-Day Low Carb Diet 'Ketosis Plan' is specially designed to almost immediately eliminate all hunger within the first two days.
- Notice an almost instantaneous looser fit in all your clothing.
- Discover an added amount of energy you may not have felt in years, all within the very first days of the program.
Well, I've spent too many years struggling with my weight, trying this diet, trying that pill, before I discovered and refined my 30-Day Low Carb Diet 'Ketosis Plan', and I would not risk my reputation just to risk all this on a Fat Burning program that doesn't do absolutely everything I say it can do. No, absolutely not! I repeat, I will stake my hard-earned lived it, tried it, tested it and refined it reputation on my easy way to lose weight. And I want to prove its power and effectiveness to you right now!
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Thank you.
Brian Dickey
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P.S. If you desire to lose more than 20 pounds, you can simply extend your 30-Day Low Carb Diet 'Ketosis Plan' plan to a 60 day plan, simply by starting from the beginning again.
Before starting this weight loss program, or any weight loss program, please consult your physician to determine that you are in normal health.
Labels: ketogenic diets, ketosis, Low Carb, Low Carb Diet Recipes, weight loss, zero carb
¶ 9:34 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
1 bunch asparagus spears -- trimmed to about 8"
1 bunch green onions, whole -- trim to about 8"
1 large red bell pepper -- clean and slice into long thin strips
1/2 cup any brand italian salad dressing
1 clove garlic -- crushed
1/2 teaspoon pepper -- fresh cracked is best
How to Prepare:
Mix dressing, pepper, garlic and italian seasoning well. Pour into a gallon-sized ziplock bag. Blanch the asparagus in boiling water for 3 minutes or until it turns darker green. Drain well and put into the baggie of marinade along with the onions and pepper. Let marinate at room temperature for 1 hour, turning bag as needed to get an even coating. After an hour, drain the marinade off.
Preheat foreman grill. Place veggies in a single layer across the grill - - fit as many as you can on in the 1st batch. Close lid and grill for 4 minutes. The onions should remain tender/crsp. If you
desire them to be softer, cook another 2 minutes, but don't get them too soft.
Arrange on a platter and drizzle with a little melted butter if desired.
Enjoy
Labels: Forman Grill, Grilled Marinated Vegetables, Low Carb
¶ 7:26 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
You to Know - How To Get Rid Of
Those Excess Pounds and Transform
Your Body Once and For All!"
Have you reached it yet? Have you reached the point where enough is enough? Are you ready to do something about it?
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Huge corporations are making mega bucks because the marketing pros that they hire are telling them that "you ain’t gonna change!"
Does that make you angry?
That’s the truth! Long term product development AND advertising are already prepared and programmed to run months and years ahead of time. All of them bolstered by the fact that if you are already overweight, you’ll be overweight in six months, a year or 10 years from now.
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Labels: interview, loss, Low Carb, Weight
¶ 12:23 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
Has this or something similar ever happened to you?
It’s a warm and sunny Saturday afternoon in mid-summer. You’ve just resurrected and donned your bathing suit from last season when your four year old waltzes into the bedroom and asks, "Mommy, what’s that crinkly stuff on your legs?"
Yep, it’s the dreaded "cottage cheese monster" cellulite, and it seems as though it crept up on you practically overnight!
It’s time to take stock and figure out what to do about it, or if there are any alternatives to these pressing questions:
What is cellulite anyway?
Is it affected by diet?
Will it go away with exercise?
Is it even possible to get rid of it?
If I can, how do I go about it?
If this is not a problem for you, congratulations! You may count yourself as one of the lucky people who are not affected.
The sad truth is, however, that thousands of women (and a few men) are plagued with this unsightly condition. While we’ve never heard of someone whose life was threatened by cellulite, it does create ans affect the self-image and well-being of those who have the condition.
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Labels: Cellulite, diet, Low Carb
¶ 12:31 AM 0 Comments Links to this post
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While the rich and the affluent still face many
of the problems that come with the "king's
lifestyle", a new pattern is emerging in the
United States and, predictions state, Europe.
A new study shows that the trend of ill-health
and obesity is shifting rapidly to the poor and
less educated portions of the country.
The reason this is important to us all, other
than a concern for our nation's health as a
whole, is the economic strain this will place
on our already burdened health care system.
By the year 2012, if this trend increases, the
middle and upper classes will be looking at
massive increases in taxes to fund proposed
government plans to address the problem.
This is a problem that flat-out does NOT need
to exist. Everyone who can afford food at 'all'
can easily eat healthy and exercise.
Part of the confusion is due to the fact that the
billion dollar fitness industry has created a
myth -- that expensive food supplements and
organic foods are mandatory for good health.
While I believe in both, neither are mandatory.
It's the TYPE of food, and the COMBINATION
of the foods that make all the difference -- that,
and moderate calories, exercise, and proper
mental disposition.
This is covered in detail in the best-selling
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In regards to the study, Dr. Janet Collins of the
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had this to say --
"Populations are no longer equal in terms of
experiencing health problems. Low-income
populations tend to experience all the health
problems we worry about at greater rates."
The five states with the highest obesity rates
in the 2005 consensus include Mississippi,
Alabama, West Virginia, Louisiana and
Kentucky.
These same five states have higher rates
of poverty than the national norm.
Meanwhile, the five states with the lowest
obesity have less poverty. They are Colorado,
Hawaii, Massachusetts, Rhode Island and
Vermont.
Each of these states also have more college
graduates and stronger education programs.
Education in health and fitness does not
need to be expensive, and it certainly does
not take a rocket scientist to figure it out.
However, many fitness professionals and
nutrition 'gurus' lend that impression.
If you visit a gym today, especially in a
larger city, you'll see a myriad of devices
that, frankly, would give you a better workout
if you tried to pick them up and move them
out to the garbage dump.
It can be daunting and confusing for anyone!
But, this doesn't have to be the case. In fact,
as so many people report in "Fit Over 40",
workouts can be done in your own home
that will more than satisfy the needs of
most people.
The same goes for nutrition. While a few
people require "high-tech", expensive foods
(for medical reasons usually), the vast
majority of us can easily get the job done
at the local grocery store.
The best way to inspire change is to create
change in yourself. Start there, set the
example, and the word will spread.
Anyone can be fit and healthy, and they
can do it at ANY age, and at ANY income
level above absolute poverty.
Yours in health,
Brian Dickey
Labels: Low Carb
¶ 9:40 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
Carbs Per Serving: less than 1 or zero
Prep Time: 2 min.
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
8 oz. of water
decaf coffee crystals
cinnamon
How to Prepare:
heat 8 oz. of water add desired amount of cinnamon then add a sprinkle of decaf coffee crystals ¶ 10:28 AM 0 Comments Links to this post
CarbsPerServing: 2
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
1 pound bacon
2 cups mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
24 large cherry tomatoes
Leaf lettuce
How to Prepare:
Cook up bacon crisp Drain on paper towels Crumble bacon finely. Mix bacon, mayonnaise, salt, and pepper all together. Refrigerate for 4 to 6 hours allowing flavors to blend and mixture to become firm.
Slice cherry tomatoes in half. Lightly scoop out fruit. Cover platter with lettuce leaves. Working quickly, scoop mixture into cherry tomato cavity; place on platter.
Enjoy
Labels: Bacon, lettuce, Low Carb, tomato
¶ 5:44 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
Carbs Per Serving: About 3
Prep Time: Less than one minute!
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
1 Tbs. Dijion Mustard
1 Tbs. Spicey Brown Mustard
2 Tbs. Heavy Whipping Cream
1 Packet Splenda or Stevia
How to Prepare:
Mix all ingredients and serve! Origionally, I thought this up as a dip for chicken, but it also makes the BEST salad dressing. If you’ve been missing honey mustard dressing (It’s my personal favorite!) suffer no more!
Enjoy.
Labels: honey, ketogenic, ketogenic diets, ketosis, Low Carb, Low Carb Diet Recipes, mustard, weight loss, zero carb
¶ 6:24 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
8 ounces cream cheese
½ cup chopped pecans
1 cup diced celery
1 small can crushed pineapple
1 pkg. lime gelatin
1 ¾ cup hot water
1 pinch salt
How to Prepare:
Mash cream cheese. Blend in pineapple. Add nuts and celery. Dissolve gelatin in water. Cool. Mix with cream cheese mixture. Pour into mold or pan. Chill.
NOTES : Counts for crushed pineapple and lime gelatin not included in totals.
Enjoy
Labels: Low Carb, Mens Salad, Salad
¶ 6:36 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
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Find out more
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periodicals and websites:
Books:
Dr.
Atkins’ Age-Defying Diet
Prevention’s
Best Natural Health Remedies
Good Carbs, Bad
Carbs
Better Homes
and Gardens Low-Carb Slow Cooker Recipes
Living the Low
Carb Life
Dr.
Atkins’ Quick and Easy New Diet Cookbook
Atkins for Life
The Ultimate
Low-Carb Diet Cookbook, by Donna Pliner Rodnitzky (Prima Publishing)
Magazines,
Journals, etc.
Prevention,
Oct. 03, “South Beach Diet Success Stories” &
“Label Alert, Smart carb choices”
Prevention, Jan
04, “Best Low-Carb Foods”
The New England
Journal of Medicine, May 22, 2003, “A Low-Carb as Compared
with a Low-Fat Diet in Severe Obesity,” & “A
Randomized Trial of a Low-Carb Diet for Obesity” (just a
touch from here as medical source/expert)
Consumer
Reports on Health, May 2004, “Low-carb confusion.
Health, Oct.
2003, “The South Beach Diet – “What
works, what doesn’t”
Atkins Diet
www.atkins.com
ATKINS:
The Complete Cookbook
Atkins for Life
Dr. Atkins'
Age-Defying Diet Revolution
Dr.
Atkins' New Carbohydrate Gram Counter
Dr. Atkins' New
Diet Revolution
Dr. Atkins'
Quick & Easy New Diet Cookbook
The
Atkins Essentials
The Atkins
Shopping Guide
Carbohydrate Addict’s Diet
www.carbohydrateaddicts.com
The
Carbohydrate Addict’s Cookbook
The
Carbohydrate Addict's Calorie Counter
The
Carbohydrate Addict's Carbohydrate Counter
The
Carbohydrate Addict's Fat Counter
THE
CARBOHYDRATE ADDICT'S LIFESPAN PROGRAM: A Personalized Plan for
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CARBOHYDRATE
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CARBOHYDRATE-ADDICTED
KIDS: Help Your Child or Teen Break Free of Junk Food and Sugar
Cravings - For Life!
Hampton’s Diet
www.hamptondiet.com
The
Hampton’s Diet
Thin For Good
The Allergy and
Asthma Cure
Feed Your Kids
Well
The Glycemic Index Diet
www.gidiet.com
The GI Diet
Living
the GI Diet
NeanderThin
www.neanderthin.com
NeanderThin
Protein Power
www.eatprotein.com
Protein Power
Protein Power
LifePlan
Protein Power
Gram Counter
30-Day Low-carb
Diet Solution
Low-carb
Comfort Food Cookbook
Slow Burn
Protein Power
Pyramid Kit
Schwarzbein Principle
www.schwarzbeinprinciple.com
The Schwarzbein
Principle
The Schwarzbein
Principle II
The Schwarzbein
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¶ 11:39 AM 0 Comments Links to this post
CarbsPerServing: 4 Prep Time: 15 min
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
1/2 stick cream cheese
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 packet unflavored gelatin
1 pack sugar free/fat free banana cream pudding mix
1/2 cup hot!! water
How to Prepare:
In a medium size bowl combine gelatin, pudding mix, and cream. Mix with electric mixer. Then add ricotta cheese & water. Mix. Then gradually add in cream cheese. Eat right away if you choose or let sit in fridge for 15 min for a cool treat!
Labels: Banana Cream Pudding, deserts, Diet Recipes, Low Carb, snacks
¶ 8:08 AM 0 Comments Links to this post
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
½ pound chicken, beef, or ham – cooked and cut according to preference
OR
12 ounces tofu, firm drained very well
OR
6 large eggs
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
¼ cup chopped onion
¼ cup chopped celery
2 tablespoons capers – drained
3 tablespoons dill pickle – chopped
How to Prepare:
Note: chop meats to desired chunkiness after cooking. Leftovers work great! In a large bowl, mix desired main ingredient with remaining ingredients.
Season to taste with salt and pepper. I like to add a little horseradish sauce to the ham or roast beef salad for some zip.
For egg salad: Mix everything but the eggs well. Chop eggs to desired chunkiness and fold into mixed ingredients. Add a few drops of tabasco sauce if desired. A squeeze of lemon also goes well.
For eggless salad: Mix everything but the tofu Squish tofu with your hands or with a fork until it breaks apart. Fold in with remaining ingredients.
Eggless salad should sit for at least an hour, refrigerated, before serving.
Lemon or a few drops soy sauce work great in tofu based salads.
**personal note***
Process meats find in a food processor for more of a ‘spread’ consistency. Don’t process with the remaining ingredients until you get the meat broken down almost to the size you want. The spreads work very well on lettuce leaves for roll-ups. The chunky version works great over lettuce for a salad meal.
NOTES : Counts for tofu and eggs not included in totals… tofu is 10 carbs,
eggs 3.6.
Labels: Low Carb
¶ 7:20 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
8 eggs
1 cup mayonnaise
½ pound bacon
1 cup hot pepper cheese
3 tablespoons chives –
4 thin radishes – sliced thin
1 head lettuce – torn fine for salad
1 avocado – cubed
How to Prepare:
Boil the eggs, until hard and dice them. Fry the bacon and crumble it. Mix all ingredients in a bowl.
NOTES:
Carbs for avocado based on 14.85 for 1 3/8 cup – adjust accordingly.
Carbs for lettuce base on 2 for 1 cup – adjust accordingly.
Carbs for hot pepper cheese not included in above total – adjust accordingly.
Labels: Low Carb
¶ 7:04 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
1 head cauliflower -- freshly ground
1 bell pepper -- diced rough
1/2 cup onion -- diced rough
olive oil
14 1/2 ounces whole tomatoes -- canned
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce -- 1 to 2
1 teaspoon splenda -- 1 to 2
salt and pepper -- to taste
2 scallions - optional -- green only, chopped
garlic powder/salt - optional
How to Prepare:
1) In a small saucepan, add tomatoes, vinegar, worcestershire sauce, splenda, salt and pepper, and garlic, if using. Break up tomatoes with a wooden spoon. Simmer on medium low, covered or at least 30 minutes. Be careful not to let it cook down too much.
2) Chop up peppers and onion and saute in olive oil a large skillet over medium high heat, until the pepper and onion start to get a little charred.
3) While peppers and onions are cooking, remove outer leaves of cauliflower, and cut away at the base until you are left with a stalk stem to hold onto and all the green cut away. Use the stalk as a handle and grate the entire head of cauliflower on the largest hole. It should be in small, grainy rice like pieces.
4) Add a little more olive oil to the skillet, and the cauliflower. Stir, to make sure the cauliflower is coated and continue to cook until it's soft like rice, but not mushy. (You may want to cover skillet with a lid and steam it a bit if you're in a hurry)
5) Serve topped with tomato sauce and little chopped scallion (optional).
Labels: Low Carb
¶ 7:10 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
CarbsPerServing: less than 7 total
Prep Time: 15 minuts
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
3 Chicken Breast
3 Green Onions
2/3 Cup Chopped Mushrooms
2 Tbs Cream cheese
1/4 Cup Heavy Cream
1 Tbs Butter
1 tsp Minced Garlic
2 Tbs Finaly Chopped Parsley
1 Tbs Olive oil
How to Prepare:
Chop chicken breast into 1 inch cubes. Chop Green Onions finely. Heat skillet/wok with Olive oil. Stir fry Chicken first till brown and add onion and mushrooms. Add Cream Cheese, Cream , Butter to a Sauce pan on low heat. "DO NOT BOIL". Stir until combined. Add Garlic, Parsley Salt & Pepper to Taste. You may have to add more cream to your liking. Combine Sauce in skillet with chicken and give a quick toss.
Labels: Low Carb
¶ 5:32 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
CarbsPerServing: 10g total
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
3 tablespoons sugar free peanut butter
2 tablespoons butter
4 ounces cream cheese
1/4 cup artificial sweetener -- splenda
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 1/2 scoops vanilla protein powder (mine is 0 carbs)
How to Prepare:
Melt peanut butter, butter and cream cheese in microwave. Mix in Splenda and vanilla. Make sure everything is mixed well before adding protein powder. Add protein powder, 1/2 scoop at a time. You will need to use your hands towards the end. Press into a small casserole and chill until firm.
Makes 6 good size bars.
NOTES : Counts for peanut butter and protein powder not included in totals.
Labels: Low Carb, Low Carb Diet Recipes
¶ 6:19 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
CarbsPerServing: 2.5g
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
4 boneless chicken breasts
salt and pepper to taste
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon minced garlic
4 ounces mushroom pieces -- do not drain
2 tablespoons dijon mustard
1/4 cup water
How to Prepare:
Season meat. Mix dijon mustard with water. Melt butter in skillet and add garlic. Saute for 30 seconds. Add chicken breast(or other meat)and let cook for 5-6 minutes. Turn, add remaining ingredients to pan and cover. Simmer over low heat for 10 minutes or until meat is cooked through. Remove meat and raise heat. Let sauce reduce slightly -pour over meat to serve. (can use fish, shrimp, or beef in place of chicken -adjust cooking times)
Enjoy, and Happy New Year.
Labels: Low Carb
¶ 5:21 PM 1 Comments Links to this post
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
2 tbsp butter
1/4 c crushed pork rinds (you can sub bake mix or soy flour)
4 or 5 chicken breasts
2 or 3 stalks broccoli
1 tbsp olive oil
8 oz cream cheese
5 eggs
1/2 c sour cream
1/2 c cream
about 2 cups of cheese
1/4 c parmesan
1/4 c garlic powder
1/4 cblack pepper
How to Prepare:
I never measure anything, so these amounts are estimates, vary them as you wish. chop up chicken and broccoli in chinks and sautee in olive oil in a non-stick skillet. Set aside to cool. Mix in mixer the cream cheese, cream, sour cream, and eggs. Add a little garlic powder, parmesan and black pepper. Rub casserole dish with butter and coat with about 1/2 the pork rinds. fold the cheese in to the mixture. You can use any kind of cheese, or a mixture, swiss and cheddar are good. Fold in the chicken and broccoli. Pour in the casserole dish. Top with remaining pork rinds and parmesan. Bake about 45 minutes, or until golden brown.
Enjoy
Labels: Low Carb
¶ 7:00 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
1 1/2 pounds beef stew meat
14 1/2 ounces stewed tomatoes -- (1 can)
14 1/2 ounces beef broth -- (1 can)
1 cube beef bouillon
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon thyme
1 large rutabaga -- (or two small turnips)
2 medium zucchini
How to Prepare:
Brown stew beef in olive oil on all sides in medium high pot. Add tomatoes, broth, spices and
water to cover beef. Turn heat down and simmer for about 1 and 1/2 hours. Add cubed (about 1 inch) rutabagas and simmer for 30 minutes. Add diced zucchini and simmer for 30
more minutes. Add more liquid if necessary (to cover the veggies). Taste for seasonings.
Enjoy and Keep Warm.
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¶ 8:02 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
Carbs Per Serving: 3 grams per mushroom
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
18 to 20 large whole mushrooms
2 1/2 links Italian Sausage (hot or mild, skin removed)
3 cloves minced garlic
1 tsp. onion powder (optional)
3 Tbsp. Olive Oil
1/4 cup crushed Pork Rinds
1 egg
1/4 c. grated Parmesan Cheese
How to Prepare:
Remove stems from mushrooms, chop 1/2 the stems. Brown sausage, onion, garlic and chopped stems in oil. Drain well. Cool. Mix with crushed Pork Rinds, egg and Parmesan Cheese. Spoon filling into mushrooms. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 to 20 minutes. Garnish with Parmesan Cheese.
NOTE: After browning sausage, we use a chopper to chop meat fine (resembling taco meat) to make for easier stuffing. We prefer to leave the onion out for personal taste...you make the call.
enjoy
Labels: Low Carb
¶ 7:07 PM 1 Comments Links to this post
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
6 chicken breast -- boneless and skinless
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon orange extract
1 teaspoon No-Salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 cup brown sugar twin
How to Prepare:
Spray glass baking dish with Pam. Put chicken breasts on bottom. Mix remaining ingredients well and pour over. Bake at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes.
Enjoy
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¶ 7:55 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
6 chicken breast -- boneless and skinless
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon orange extract
1 teaspoon No-Salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 cup brown sugar twin
How to Prepare:
Spray glass baking dish with Pam. Put chicken breasts on bottom. Mix remaining ingredients well and pour over. Bake at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes.
Enjoy
Labels: Low Carb
¶ 7:55 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
Carbs Per Serving: 3 - 5 (1 carb per wrapped leaf)
Prep Time: 1 1/2 - 2 hours
Effort: Average
Ingredients:
1 whole leg of ground lamb *or extremely lean red meat*
1/2 cup of pine nuts
Amt of all spice (whole) to liking (minimal amt)
*you can choose to alter what you put in your lamb filler*
Water
lemon juice
tiny can of tomato sause.
How to Prepare:
You have to estimate the amt of filling for the leaves because of the varying sizes. DO NOT overstuff the leaves. Layer and tightly lay the wrapped grape leaves in your pot. Lemon juice and tomato in pot and THEN add just enough water to cover the grape leaves. You want then to make sure that you have a plate or something heavy to keep the grape leaves from floating around. If they float at all then they will unwrap and you wont have Lamb in Grape Leaves.
SIMMER ! NOT BOIL
Takes about 1 1/2 - 2 hours. Just test for the leaves to be cooked. Carb count per leave minus the dietary fiber is .6 carbs.
Pine nuts are only 4 carbs per 1/2 cup. So they are not even measureable unless you eat the whole pot LOL.
Enjoy.......
Labels: Low Carb
¶ 12:12 AM 0 Comments Links to this post
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
6 pork loin chops (1" thick)
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon pepper
1 tablespoon rosemary
1 tablespoon thyme
1 cup finely crushed pork rinds
6 tablespoons prepared horseradish
3/4 stick butter -- (3/4 to 1)
How to Prepare:
Marinate pork chops in olive oil, rosemary, thyme & 1/2 tbls pepper overnight. Remove and
cook chops for 5 min each side. Blend softened butter, horseradish, porkrinds & remaining pepper together.
Place on pork chops and bake at 350 for 8-10 minutes or until topping is brown & chops are done.
Enjoy
Labels: Low Carb
¶ 8:16 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
Carbs Per Serving: depends on ingredients used
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
Mozzarella cheese
Pepperoni
Mushrooms
Bottled Salsa or Tomato Sauce
Garlic Powder
Onion Powder
Oregano
Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
How to Prepare:
Line bottom of non-stick frying pan with pepperoni (or meat of choice).
Heat through and blot grease.
Sprinkle on desired amount of mozzerella cheese, salsa or tomato sauce, and seasonings. Heat through until Mozzarella melts its way to the bottom and browns.
Slide onto plate and enjoy!
Labels: Low Carb
¶ 8:27 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
1 head cauliflower -- freshly ground
1 bell pepper -- diced rough
1/2 cup onion -- diced rough
olive oil
14 1/2 ounces whole tomatoes -- canned
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce -- 1 to 2
1 teaspoon splenda -- 1 to 2
salt and pepper -- to taste
2 scallions - optional -- green only, chopped
garlic powder/salt - optional
How to Prepare:
1) In a small saucepan, add tomatoes, vinegar, worcestershire sauce, splenda, salt and pepper, and garlic, if using. Break up tomatoes with a wooden spoon. Simmer on medium low, covered for at least 30 minutes.
Be careful not to let it cook down too much.
2) Chop up peppers and onion and saute in olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat, until the pepper and onion start to get a little charred.
3) While peppers and onions are cooking, remove outer leaves of cauliflower, and cut away at the base until you are left with a stalk stem to hold onto and all the green cut away. Use the stalk as a handle and grate the entire head of cauliflower on the largest hole. It should be in small, grainy rice like pieces.
4) Add a little more olive oil to the skillet, and the cauliflower. Stir, to make sure the cauliflower is coated and continue to cook until it's soft like rice, but not mushy. (You may want to cover skillet with a lid and steam it a bit if you're in a hurry)
5) Serve topped with tomato sauce and little chopped scallion (optional).
Labels: Low Carb
¶ 10:06 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
Carbs Per Serving: 618 Calories (kcal); 47g Total
Fat; (68% calories from fat); 36g Protein; 13g Carbohydrate;
4g fiber; 149mg Cholesterol; 520mg Sodium
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
1 pound lean ground beef
½ pound chorizo
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ cup water
6 cups shredded lettuce
½ cup diced onion
½ cup diced tomato
½ cup diced avocado
1 cup shredded brick cheese – or pepper jack
4 tablespoons sour cream
4 tablespoons salsa
2 tablespoons heavy cream
How to Prepare:
Combine salsa, sour cream and heavy cream and refrigferate.
Saute ground beef, chorizo, chili powder, garlic powder, oregano and cumin until browned. Add water, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes, stiring occasionally. Remove lid and continue to simmer until water is almost all gone. Taste for seasoning and add salt and pepper if needed.
Place lettuce in a gallon sized zipper bag and pour sour cream mixture over it. Seal and shake to coat lettuce with dressing.
Divide lettuce among 4 plates and then divide remaining ingredients(including cooked mixture) evenly.
Labels: Low Carb
¶ 8:43 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
Carbs Per Serving: 3.0 Prep Time: 30 mins. Effort: Average
Ingredients:
2 cans red salmon
1-1/2 c. finely crushed pork rinds (divided)
1 clove garlic, minced
2 large eggs
4 tbsp. Parmesan cheese
1/2 c. heavy whipping cream
1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
2 tbsp. unsalted butter
2 tbsp. canola oil
How to Prepare:
Carefully flake the salmon into a bowl, discarding any small bones, cartilage and skin. Set aside.
In another bowl, combine the garlic, eggs, cheese, cream and Worcestershire sauce. Fold these ingredients into the salmon with a rubber spatula.
Fold in 1/2 cup of the crushed pork rinds. Place the remaining cup of pork rinds on a dinner plate.
Form the salmon mixture into 8 patties. Carefully coat them with the pork rinds. Refrigerate, loosely covered, for 1 hour.
Melt the butter with the oil in a 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook the salmon patties, four at a time, for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing down slightly on them with the back of the spatula and add more butter or oil to the skillet if necessary.
Remove to paper towels to drain.
Serve with a mixture of mayonnaise and Dijon mustard for dipping.
Enjoy
Labels: Low Carb
¶ 10:41 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
2 1/2 lb pot roast -- (2 1/2 to 3 lbs.)
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon ginger
1/8 teaspoon cilantro leaves, whole
1/8 teaspoon rosemary sprigs
8 twists ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 allspice berries
3/4 cup water
How to Prepare:
Mix together all dry ingredients EXCEPT allspice berries in a small bowl. Pour water into bottom of shallow baking pan (I use a shallow glass baking dish), place roast in pan. With your fingers, sprinkle the herb mix all over the top and sides of the roast, pressing into meat
slightly. Use ALL the herb mix.
Drop the berries into the water. Cover roast with lid, place in oven and bake for approximately one hour and 15 minutes. Serve with salad or vegetables. This makes the most moist and tasty pot roast that I've ever eaten.
NOTES : Counts for ground pepper not included in totals. Pepper is 4.1 carbs per tablespoon.
Enjoy...............
Labels: Low Carb
¶ 1:58 AM 0 Comments Links to this post
CarbsPerServing: no counts provided
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
1 package fresh chicken livers
1 package thin sliced bacon
How to Prepare:
Make livers easier to handle by dropping into boiling water. Quickly remove and cool. This step can be skipped if you don't mind handling raw liver.
If livers are large, cut in half. Wrap 1/2 slice of bacon around each piece of liver and secure with round toothpick.
Bake at 400 until bacon is crisp.
Labels: Low Carb
¶ 8:54 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
(maybe the keto yeast bread would work -but I prefer carbo-lite
ingredients to make bread)
40 little smokie sausages
40 strips cheese approx 1" long by 1/4" wide
40 strips thin jalapeno 1" long by 1/4" wide (optional)
How to Prepare:
Make bread in bread dough according to package directions either by
hand or in bread machine. As soon as it's done mixing, remove and
put in an oiled bowl and let rest for 20 minutes. Cut dough into 4
equal pieces, working with 1 at a time and keeping the others
covered to keep from drying out. Cut dough section into 10 pieces
and flatten with the heel of your hand until it's about 2"x2"
square.
Place a little smokie, a cheese strip and a jalapeno strip
(if using) in the center and roll the dough around it, pinching the
seams to seal (dampen your fingers with water if needed). Place seam
side down on a cookie sheet that has been sprayed with butter
flavored cooking spray. Once all the pigs are made, spray the tops
with the cooking spray and place in a warm, draft free place (like
an oven) to rise for 1 hour. If you notice any coming apart, pinch
the seams again or else the cheese will run out as they bake.
Preheat oven to 350f. Bake pigs until golden brown. Makes 40
appetizer pigs. Serve with assorted dipping sauces.
Enjoy
Labels: Low Carb
¶ 10:59 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
Carbs Per Serving: Per Serving <6 style="font-weight: bold;">Ingredients:
3/4 c butter, softened
1/2 c Splenda (12 g)
2 oz unsweetened baking chocolate (8 g)
1 tsp vanilla (3 g)
3/4 c refrigerated or frozen egg product, thawed
How to Prepare:
Cream butter and Splenda together until light and fluffy. Melt chocolate and let cool. Slowly fold in 1/4 c of the egg product, beating 5 minutes on medium speed, then add 1/4 c again, beating 5 minutes, then again with the remaining egg product. Add the cooled chocolate, beating on high 5 minutes. Stir in vanilla. Beat well with mixer until smooth. Chill 1-2 hours minimum. Top with whipped cream, if desired.
Carb Count: Recipe Total 23 g
Enjoy
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¶ 9:56 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
Carbs Per Serving: 8
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
1 box of sugar free instant chocolate pudding
Cool Whip (as topping, if desired)
2 1/2 pints of heavy whipping cream
How to Prepare:
Blend the pudding mix with the heavy whipping cream until thick. I separate this dessert into 4 containers and enjoy it throughout the week. I like to add a big spoonful of Cool Whip to each container right before eating. This recipe can be made with all sugar free, instant puddings.
Butterscotch is my second favorite!
Enjoy
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¶ 9:42 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
Carbs Per Serving: 10g total
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
3 tablespoons sugarfree peanut butter
2 tablespoons butter
4 ounces cream cheese
1/4 cup artificial sweetener -- splenda
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 1/2 scoops vanilla protein powder (mine is 0 carbs)
How to Prepare:
Melt peanut butter, butter and cream cheese in microwave. Mix in Splenda and vanilla. Make sure everything is mixed well before adding protein powder. Add protein powder, 1/2 scoop at a time. You will need to use your hands towards the end. Press into a small casserole and chill until firm.
Makes 6 good size bars.
NOTES : Counts for peanut butter and protein powder not included in totals.
Enjoy
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¶ 10:20 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
Carbs Per erving: 11g carbs total
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
4 pork chops -- boneless, 3/4 in thick (4 to 6)
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup mushroom -- finely chopped
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup parsley -- finely chopped
1/3 cup red onion -- finely chopped
1 egg
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons grated cheddar cheese -- (2 to 3)
How to Prepare:
heat butter in pan. Brown chops on both sides. Place in casserole dish. Saute mushrooms in butter until no longer moist. Cool. Mix mushrooms, parsley, onion, egg,and salt and pepper. Place on top of pork chops.
Bakeat 350F for about 40 mins. Sprinkle with cheese after 30 mins. Check for doneness.
Enjoy
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¶ 6:04 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
Carbs Per Serving: 22 total
Prep Time: 10 min
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
1/2 cup diced onion
a cup of brocolli flowerets (cut up pretty small)
1 cup minced fresh mushrooms
1 tbsp olive oil
5 eggs
10 oz Half & Half
1 and 1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese
How to Prepare:
saute veggies in olive oil, (place in pie pan or glass oven ware sprayed with non stick spray - a 9x9 pyrex pan works real well and its easy to serve.)
beat eggs and add half and half add the cheese, then season to taste, Pour on top of veggies and bake @ 350 40 minutes. Diced ham works well in this too.
Enjoy
Labels: Low Carb
¶ 10:52 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
CarbsPerServing: 2g
Effort: Average
Ingredients:
2 tbs. butter
1/2 cup chopped yellow onion
1 cup sliced fresh button mushrooms
2 eggs
2 egg yolks
1 1/2 cups half-n-half
2 tbs. sour cream
1/2 pound bacon, cooked crisp, drained & crumbled
1/4 pound (1 cup) shredded swiss cheese
1 tsp. Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp. coarse salt
1/4 tsp. freshly ground pepper
1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper
How to Prepare:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly coat a quiche pan or a 1 1/2
quart baking dish with a nonstick vegetable spray. Set aside.
Melt butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and
saute' for 3 min.,stirring occasionally. Add the mushrooms and cook
for 3 min. or until softened, stirring occasionally.
Set aside.
Combine the eggs,egg yolks,half-n-half and sour cream in a medium
bowl. whisk until well blended. Add the cooked onion mixture and the
rest of the ingredients and blend well. Pour the mixture into the
prepared pan.
Bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until set in the center
and golden brown on top.
Cool at least 10 minutes befor serving.
Labels: Low Carb
¶ 12:07 AM 0 Comments Links to this post
CarbsPerServing: 1 - 2 per slice
Prep Time: 5 mins to make, 40 mins to cook
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
5 eggs
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/4 tsp. seasoning salt
dash of oregano
4 turkery sausage links ( cut into pieces)
3 pieces of bacon ( cut into pieces)
1/4 cup mushrooms
1/4 cup of cheese ( your choice)
How to Prepare:
Mix eggs and heavy cream until blended. Add all ingredients except
cheese in the bowl.
Pour mixture into pie pan ( I did spray mine
with PAM)
Crumble cheese over top!
Bake at 350 degrees for about 40
mins!
Labels: Low Carb
¶ 8:48 AM 0 Comments Links to this post
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Labels: Low Carb
¶ 3:58 AM 0 Comments Links to this post
CarbsPerServing: 5 . 5g
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
1 thick cut pork loin chops -- (4 1/2") 1 tablespoon flour
1 tablespoon butter meat tenderizer
fresh cracked pepper 1 cup chicken stock1 shallot -- minced
1 tablespoon parsley 1/2 cup whipping cream
8 ounces fresh mushrooms -- sliced 4 tablespoons olive oil
How to Prepare:
Season pork with tenderizer and pepper. In a fry pan heat 1 T olive oil
and saute the shallot till tender. Add butter to pan and combine flour to
make a roux, cook for 3 minutes to remove flour taste. Add in chicken stock
and cook till thickened slightly. In a seperate pan add 3 T olive oil and
fry the pork till cooked through. Add mushrooms to the sauce and cook till
tender, add the cream and reduce the sauce till thick and bubbly. Toss
in the parsley and serve over the pork loins. Serves 4
Hint: After cooking the pork, drain off as much oil as possible and add
the pan drippings to the finished sauce.
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¶ 3:30 AM 0 Comments Links to this post
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
1 tablespoon Butter 4 pork chops -- (4 to 6), bone in
Garlic Salt
Black Pepper
1 Jar Ragu Parmesan Alfredo Sauce -- (16 oz.)
8 ounces button mushrooms -- whole
1 Pinch Dried Thyme
How to Prepare:
Melt butter in large skillet.
Season chops on both sides with garlic salt and pepper, and brown in butter.
Transfer chops to slow cooker.
Remove skillet from heat and stir alfredo sauce into drippings.
Slice mushrooms and scatter over chops in slow cooker.
Pour alfredo sauce over all
Sprinkle with dried thyme.
Simmer on medium low heat about two hours or until chops are fork tender
NOTES : Counts for Alfredo sauce and garlic salt not included in totals.
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¶ 7:39 AM 0 Comments Links to this post
Carbs Per Serving: 12 total recipe with 2 from fiber
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
6oz Portabello Mushrooms, sliced
1/2 cup Olive Oil
3 TBS Lemon Juice
3 or 4 Garlic Cloves, minced1/2 tsp Salt
1/4 tsp Pepper
Dash of Worcestershire Sauce
How to Prepare:
In a glass bowl combine all the ingredients, toss in the mushrooms. Let marinate for at least 30-60 minutes, stirring every now and then. Grill for 2-3 minutes on each side.
Labels: Low Carb
¶ 1:49 AM 0 Comments Links to this post
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
1 teaspoon soybean oil
5 ounces sirloin steak — boneless
2 large mushrooms — sliced vertically1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 pinch salt and pepper (optional)
How to Prepare:
Heat non-stick skillet (if electric set to 360 F). Add oil to heated skillet. Cut steak into bite-size cubes: place in skillet with mushrooms and lemon juice. Cook steak until done to taste. Season with salt and pepper if desired and serve hot. (Makes 1 serving)
Serving suggestion: Dip steak in Benihana Magic Mustard Sauce.
Labels: Low Carb
¶ 8:11 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
Once cup of coffee
2 tbls Davinci or Torani syrup of choice
2 tbls half and half or cream
splenda (optional)Blender
How to Prepare:
Blend cup of coffee with syrup, cream and splenda if you like it a
bit sweeter. Blend quick (10 sec)
Pour in coffee mug. Will have a frothy top Just like a fancy coffee
shop drink. Nice alternative to boring 'ol coffee :-)
Labels: Low Carb
¶ 7:43 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
1 pound round steak 2 tablespoons lime juice
4 tablespoons oil 1 clove garlic – crushed
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper – flakes
½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon pepper
6 cups romaine lettuce – shredded 4 tablespoons bottled Italian dressing
1 small tomato – diced ½ onion – cut into thin rings
1 medium cucumber – sliced thin, don’t peel 8 black olives
2 medium radishes – sliced thin
How to Prepare:
Mix lime juice, oil, garlic and seasonings. Place in a large zipper
bag w/meat. Let marinate overnight, turning occasionally. When ready
to serve, heat Foreman grill and cook for 6 minutes. (You may need
to cut steak in ½ or smaller). If using a skillet, preheat skillet
-you want it to sizzle when you put the steak in☺ Cook over high
heat for 4 minutes per side.
Toss lettuce with dressing and place in 4 plates. Top with the
vegetables.
Slice steak thinly and place on top of salad.
NOTES : Counts for italian dressing not included.
Labels: Low Carb
¶ 12:53 AM 0 Comments Links to this post
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 tablespoon water
1 splenda packets
2 teaspoons sesame oil -- or vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon Frank's hot sauce (or your choice)
3 pounds chicken -- (3 to 3 1/2) broiler/fryer cut up
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon ginger root -- finely chopped
2 cloves garlic -- finely chopped
3 tablespoons green onion -- sliced
1 1/2 cups mushrooms
3 bell peppers -- cut into 1-inch pieces
How to Prepare:
Mix soy sauce, vinegar, water, sesame oil and pepper sauce in shallow glass or plastic dish or heavy resealable bag. Add chicken; turn to coat with marinade. Cover dish or seal bag and refrigerate,turning chicken occasionally, at least 1 hour but no longer than 24 hours. Remove chicken from marinade; reserve marinade. Heat vegetable oil in 12-inch nonstick skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Cook chicken in oil about 15 minutes, turning occasionally,until brown on all sides. Cover and cook over low heat about 20 minutes or until juice is no longer pink when centers thickest pieces are cut. Remove chicken from skillet, keep warm. Drain all but 1 tsp drippings from skillet. Heat drippings and marinade in skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in gingerroot, garlic and onions. Cook and stir about 30 seconds or until garlic is light golden brown. Stir in mushrooms and bell peppers. Cook about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until bell peppers are crisptender.
Serve with chicken.
Labels: Low Carb
¶ 1:49 AM 6 Comments Links to this post
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
2 pounds pork tenderloin
1/4 cup vermouth
2 cloves garlic -- minced
3 tablespoons artificial sweetener
1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon red pepper
3 tablespoons sugar free ketchup
2 teaspoons rosemary --fresh, finely chopped
How to Prepare:
cut tenderloin into 2 strips, lengthwise. Mix marinade and rub into meat.Refrigerate for 2-4 hours. Place on roasting rack in pan. Roast for 35-45 mins or until juices run clear. Let stand 10
minutes, cut into slices and pour pan juices over meat.
4-6 servings
NOTES : Carbs for sugar free ketchup not included in above total - adjust accordingly
Labels: Low Carb
¶ 1:43 AM 4 Comments Links to this post
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
1 1/2 pounds flounder fillets -- or other white fish
14 1/2 ounces tomato sauce
1/2 small green bell pepper -- siliced thin
2 cloves garlic -- minced
1/2 cup onion -- sliced thin
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 each salt and pepper -- to season fillets
How to Prepare:
Heat oil in a large skillet and saute garlic, bell pepper and onion until limp and very fragrant. Remove veggies and add fillets. Let saute for 2 minutes, then turn. Add veggies and remaining ingredients over fish, cover and reduce heat to low and let simmer for 15 minutes.
Mariusz Pudzianowski
Labels: Low Carb
¶ 7:24 PM 11 Comments Links to this post
CarbsPerServing: 3
Prep Time: 5 min
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
1 controlled carb tortilla
shredded cheese (hard cheese is best, because most have 0 to very
low carbs)
pinch of salt to taste
How to Prepare:
cut the tortilla into 8 parts (like a pizza). Deep fry until golden
brown. drain and add salt. Arrange on baking dish add cheese and
bake 2-3 minutes until cheese melts. You can add any low carb
toppings, or enjoy as is... This is sooo good!
Labels: Low Carb
¶ 10:53 PM 4 Comments Links to this post
CarbsPerServing: 5g carbs total
Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
2 eggs
1 ounce cream cheese
2 splenda packets -- (2 to 3)
1 teaspoon heavy cream
1 teaspoon cinnamon -- (1 to 2)
butter
How to Prepare:
Melt cream cheese in microwave. Mix in eggs, splenda, cream and cinnamon. Melt butter on a frying pan and pour mixture in. Fry on both sides until brown.
TIPS - Try to get the pancake as flat as possible and brown it well, this will "disguise" the eggy taste and texture.
Top with butter and low-carb syrup.
This is EXCELLENT for an easy sweet snack!
Labels: Low Carb
¶ 2:24 PM 1 Comments Links to this post
CarbsPerServing: 6 grams carb 2 grams fiber (ECC=4)
Prep Time: <20 minutes Effort:Easy
Ingredients:
2/3 cup vinegar
½ cup whipping cream
2 large eggs, lightly beaten ¼-1/2 cup Splenda
Pinch of salt
1 ½ tablespoons butter cut into pieces
1 (2-pound) head cabbage, shredded
How to Prepare:
Combine first 5 ingredients in a small, heavy saucepan; cook over
low heat, stirring constantly with a wire whisk, 8 to 10 minutes or
until thickened (mixture will appear curdled until it thickens).
Remove from heat. Add butter, stirring until it melts. Pour over
cabbage; toss gently to coat. Cover and chill.
You can add ½ cup chopped walnuts and only raise the carb count by
½ gram. If you’re on maintenance, ½ cup dried, chopped
cranberries and the walnuts brings you in at a little under 10 grams.
Labels: Low Carb
¶ 7:50 PM 2 Comments Links to this post
Here is a blender bomb that I've used in the past just to put something into me that I can make quickly on the run. As usual blend to your own taste.
4 Cups whole milk
2 Cups of powdered milk
1/4 cup of brewers yeast
1 banana
2 tablespoons of lecithin
1 tablespoon of wheat germ oil
The traditional recipe for this includes 1 large scoop of vanilla ice cream, If you can live with this then great toss it in or look for a sugar free alternative then great go for it.
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¶ 7:02 AM 2 Comments Links to this post
CarbsPerServing: About 1 carb per wing, plus your dressing and
celery (depends on you)
Prep Time: 1 hour or so Effort: Easy
Ingredients:
1 bag frozen chicken wing pieces, defrosted
1 bottle Texas Pete (your favorite will do) Buffalo Style Chicken Wing Sauce
1/2 stick butter Ranch or Bleu Cheese dressing
Celery Oil for deep frying Salt and pepper
How to Prepare:
Heat your oil in either a deep pot or a fryer to 375.Salt and pepper
your wings and fry in batches (usually 5-6 pieces)until the skin is
crispy and well browned (about 12 minutes). Remove from oil and
drain on cookie cooling rack. Repeat until all wings are cooked.
Meantime, in a saucepan, melt the butter and pour in 1/2 jar of the
wing sauce. When the wings are finished, place them in a large bowl
and toss with the sauce. Serve w/celery and ranch or bleu cheese
dressing.
I hope you enjoy this one.
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¶ 9:58 AM 2 Comments Links to this post
Okay… so I spend allot of time on the road and next week I'm off to
Eating on the go is always a problem and once upon a time I stopped at one of those fast food places and tried the low carb whopper or something like that. To my surprise it was covered in sugar filled ketchup and mustard.
This is not low carb... no really its not low carb.
That’s like calling jelly beans low fat.
I’d rather eat a pizza.
Anything loaded with sugar is equal to eating a whole pot full of pasta. If you have done your homework you know that once you’re in ketosis its important to stay away from sugar, the smallest amount of sugar can send you back to day one.
So... give me the bun and keep the condiments.... You bet. I can stand up to 150 grams of carbs a day with out kicking myself out of ketosis when I'm training and about 35 to 70 a day when I'm not. Even when you’re on a cyclic keto diet its prudent to avoid sugars, because sugars make it many times harder to get back to ketosis then are carbs.
When I'm cycling on and off the diet I tend to eat allot of pizza and pasta this can happen as frequently as every weekend or every three weeks or so. I only cycle whenever body fat is not a concern and bulking is. Also Keto cycling does little in the way of upsetting my celiac disease. The longer I'm on a keto diet the easier it is to get back on once I drop off for any reason. But sugars are a big no no.
So in my usual nut shell... what I'm saying is instead of going for the low carb whopper, get the regular whopper without the fake cheese and sugary condiments. You’ll be way ahead of the game that way. Not to mention that knowing your carb threshold helps in this choice. But over all it's better to eat the bun then the ketchup.
I wonder if
Labels: Low Carb, Low Carb Diet Recipes, weight loss
¶ 8:02 PM 15 Comments Links to this post
Protein - Amino Acids
Protein is used by the body to build, repair, and maintain muscle and organ tissues by repairing and building cells, aid in the formation of antibodies, they work in conjunction with enzymes and the hormonal system, help transport oxygen and participate in muscle activities.
When Protein is digested it is broken down into a number of amino acids (Isoleucine, Leucine, Lysine, Methionine, Phenylalanine, Threonine, Tryptophan, Valine, Alanine, Arginine, Aspartic Acid, Cysteine,Glutamic Acid, Glutamine, Glycine, Histidine, Lyrosine, Proline, Serine, Taurine and Tyrosine ), These amino acids are divided by definition into two main groups. The first group is termed essential amino acids and are required by the body to make the second group called non-essential amino acids. Don't be fooled by the term non-essential these proteins are very important to sustaining a healthy and vital life. A deficiency of any one essential amino acid can cause a corresponding deficiency in some or allof the non essential amino acids.
This is fine if you only weigh 138 lbs for a male and 110 lbs for a woman and live a sedentary life style. In my personal experience I have consumed between 100 grams to 400 grams of protein on a daily basis for up to 10 months at a time while training. I found that 100 grams a day is a good maintenance intake and 400 grams a day was more then sufficient to grow on, my gains on 400 grams a day were both muscle mass and fat gains. My protein consumption consisted of both whole foods and supplements because I found that trying to eat 400 grams of protein a day from normal food sources was next to near impossible and time consuming as well. So in a nutshell the over consumption of protein in my opinion will led to fat gains only and not to some sort of metabolic disease, excess protein is converted into glucose or stored as fat... its as simple as that. My recommendation as well as others in the field of sports nutrition is to start out with 1 gram per pound of body weight and adjusting from there to met your needs. If you are an athlete and you don't make any gains from this then you should also look at the rest of your dietary and lifestyle habits.
Arguably I've been taught to consume no more the 35 grams of protein per meal as this is the most that the gut (reportedly) can handle at any given time, with the remainder going to waste, fat or glucose. So breaking up your meals into smaller meals more often is of great benefit and aids in maintaining a positive state of muscle growth as well as making it easier on your body. I
know of many athletes including myself that try to eat about every 3 hours, I've even been known to get up in the middle of the night for a glass of milk or a bowl of cottage cheese.
For other sources of protein please consult the USDA website.Protein Supplements
The importance of protein supplementation is critical to any individual looking to build and maintain muscle mass. Protein has been called "the building blocks of life," and without proper protein supplementation the task of building and maintaining muscle mass is next to impossible. The biggest problem that's faced with the consumption of protein by way of whole foods is mostly convenience. I like to take my protein or meal replacement with me to the gym and mix it up after my work out to get my post work out meal. It is of vital importance to get nutrients into your blood stream as quickly as possible after your work out to optimize your size and strength gains. By using protein supplements you quickly consume and digest needed amounts of proteins to help you grow and recover from your workout.
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¶ 10:12 PM 7 Comments Links to this post
It really isn't a bad word.
Webster defines diet as di'et (di'et) N. 1, food and drink regularly consumed. 2, a prescribed course of food. 3, regimen.
Diet from Greek diatia, mode of living, or, more specifically, mode of eating.
So there you have it. You don't have to diet because you already diet... Every day... Doughnut or celery its all the same. Its a diet.
So close inspection of the diet reveals who we are and how we think.
I had a female athlete while I was at college tell me once that she wouldn't even lick a postage stamp because It had calories and nothing else. I chuckled at the time but she was right. Why eat something or drink something that has no value. She was one of those few that practiced what she preached. She was built like A... Well... Um a hardbody and she earned it all.
So my point is that we are what we eat. I've read thousands (if not more) pages about diet and nutrition and this is my best conclusion. So I've spent the majority of my life too absolutely confirm that old saying. "We are what we eat."
Hmmm... Its that simple. Millions of dollars ever year are spent on diet pills, diet plans etc and every time a new diet pops up its all the rage... Fads for the lack of better words.
I once realized that most workouts, diets, etc. Last about 8 weeks. I've had friends and I'm guilty of this as well, that would workout for about 8 weeks at which time I would take more and more time off between gym seasons or I would cheat big time on my diet and then not get back with it. I've seen and utilized many different methods to keep myself going and motivated but one common sense statement always rings in my ears.
If what your doing does not work... Then change what your doing...
So we have established the 8 week cycle and figuring out what works and what doesn't and the diet industry plays on this. Observe it for yourself. There always seems to be a new diet knocking on our doors every 2 to 3 months.
The tried and true. Ketogen