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Is Whole Grain Pasta Really Better For You ?

IntoFit — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 15:45:46 +0000

With more and more whole grain pasta options popping up on grocery store shelves, many people who shunned the stuff have now started eating it again. I mean, wouldn’t something made with whole grains be better for you then something made with white flour? Not according to www.summertomato.com. Check out this recent post:

http://summertomato.com/should-i-buy-whole-grain-pasta/

Personally, I’m of the belief that the brand with more fiber, that’s enriched with vitamins and nutrients is by far the better option. And of course, everything in moderation!

Sugar

IntoFit — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 14:59:26 +0000

I get asked a lot about the different types of sugar out there. Is one better then the other ? Which sugar substitute is the best to use? How does sugar (or the fake stuff) I use effect my body ? I got forwarded this great article that answers all those questions and more! Click the link to learn more about Sugar and it’s effects.

http://gizmodo.com/5809444

THE PLAN; Shop, Stock and Serve

IntoFit — Thu, 12 May 2011 11:28:49 +0000

I’m thrilled to announce that The Plan; Shop, Stock and Serve is now available at all online retail locations! Get your copy today!

To purchase in Canada CLICK HERE

To Purchase in the USA CLICK HERE

Here’s a sneak peak:

It’s easy to understand the concept of eating lean protein with vegetables to lose weight, but if you don’t normally eat these foods and don’t have the time to prepare them, following a diet is challenging. The Plan: Shop, Stock and Serve, not only addresses this issue head on, but it provides the answers.

Food is social. It’s front and center when we get together with friends, family and loved ones. We celebrate with it, laugh with it and sometimes even cry with it. How can you expect to come off of life’s emotional rollercoaster without turning to Ben and Jerry’s? Stuff happens! The dinner parties are not just going to stop. Your busy life will not just go away. In order to change the way you eat and drop those pounds for good, you need a plan.

With The Plan:
* You won’t have to follow a restrictive diet. Your plan is made for you, by you!
* All your favorite foods can go on your plan, and yes, you will still lose weight.
* You will only have to hit the grocery store once a week.
* For once, healthy eating will actually simplify your life.
* The Plan is something you can realistically do for life.

Any book can tell you what to eat in order to lose weight. Implementing those changes into your lifestyle is the tricky part. Unlike any other book on the market, The Plan focuses on providing you with the right tools to get you from where you are now to where you want to be. It’s the essential map to healthy eating and living.

The Plan: Shop, Stock and Serve includes a cookbook with over 120 recipes, meal and snack ideas, as well as an exercise and activity guide with over 30 basic strength-training exercises that are easy to do at home.

Chickpea Salad

IntoFit — Tue, 10 May 2011 11:14:16 +0000

This is an easy recipe for a nice refreshing summer lunch! Chickpeas (also known as Garbanzo Beans) are high in protein and fiber. This makes about 4 servings and keeps well in the refrigerator.

Here is what I did:

MIX:

2 Cans Chickpeas / Garbanzo Beans
Cherry Tomatoes
Cucumber
Celery
Peppers
Fresh Parsley
Balsamic Vinaigrette

For my Balsamic Vinaigrette recipe click here

Sugar really is as bad as you think!

IntoFit — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 16:31:11 +0000

Check this out!

http://ca.gawker.com/5792779/sugar-is-going-to-give-you-cancer-and-a-heart-attack

Counting Calories with Meal Snap

IntoFit — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 16:22:12 +0000

I know I’ve been MIA, but the good news is THE PLAN. Shop, Stock and Serve is weeks away from being released and available to purchase!

In the mean time, I was pointed in the direction of this wicked iphone application.

I have to admit, this was the FIRST time I spent money on an app, but I could not resist! For $2.99 the app takes a picture of the food you are eating and then tells you an approximation of how many calories it is. Not only does it snap the picture, but you can categorize by date, meal and even name. It’s a fun new way to diet diary!

Check it out!

http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/meal-snap-calorie-counting/id425203142?mt=8#

Blueberry Banana Bread

IntoFit — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 12:57:39 +0000

I found this one in Clean Eating Magazine- delicious! I made a few changes (simply because of the lack of ingredients in the house) but it was still delicious!

I really enjoyed my mornings where I had a serving of this loaf for breakfast with a dollop of non-fat Greek yogurt.

What you’ll need:

Olive oil cooking spray
2 ripe bananas, mashed (she used one)
3/4 cup ground flaxseed meal
2 egg whites
1/3 cup agave nectar or raw honey
1 cup fat free Greek Yogurt (She used 1% buttermilk)
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp sea salt
3/4 cup whole-wheat flour
3/4 cup spelt flour
1 tsp orange rind, grated ( I omitted)
1 cup blueberries ( I used Frozen)
1/2 cup unsalted walnuts, chopped

How to Make it:

Preheat oven to 375°F. Spray a nonstick loaf pan with cooking spray. In a large bowl, stir together banana, flaxseed, egg whites, agave and yogurt. In a separate bowl, mix baking soda, salt and flours. Combine dry ingredients into banana mixture. Gently fold in blueberries and walnuts. Pour mixture into loaf pan and bake for 45 minutes.

I made this as a loaf, but to be honest, I think they would be delicious muffins!

*Nutritional Info: (Makes about 10 slices)

Calories	Carbohydrates	Protein	Fat	Fiber
210	33	11	6	6

Calories Carbohydrates Protein Fat Fiber

210 33 11 6 6

For the original recipe from Eat Clean, click HERE

What’s In Your Fridge? Make it a meal

IntoFit — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 11:01:30 +0000

I have to apologize for being kinda lax on the posting these past few weeks. Things have been hectic and I have not been able to find the time to post.

One of the major reasons is because I’m in the final publishing stages of “The Plan. Shop, Stock and Serve.” A very exciting endeavor and I can’t wait for you all to be able to get a copy. If you want to read a bit more about it, click HERE.

O.K, back to the posting. My husband came across this really neat site that I wanted to pass along. When you don’t know what to make for dinner and you have random food items in your house but can’t piece a meal together, this is the site you’ll want to go to.

It’s call MY FRIDGE FOOD. Here’s how it works; you select an ingredient you have in your house; from ranch dressing to peanut butter to chicken.Then you’ll get a list of options as to what kind of special diet you may be on. After selecting your preference, you’ll pick what course you happen to be ‘trying’ to cook and voila! Tons of options (most with nutritional info!) Check it out!

http://www.myfridgefood.com/

Finding Love on Valentines Day

IntoFit — Mon, 14 Feb 2011 12:42:19 +0000

As many of you will most probably encounter at least 1 or 2 people bringing chocolate into the office today, I’d like to make a proposition to you. Instead of making today about eating chocolate and candy (and allowing yourself to overindulge just because it’s February 14th), make today about loving YOURSELF!

Whether you are married, single or dating – use today as an excuse to LOVE YOURSELF. That probably does not mean eating bon-bon after bon-bon and giving yourself a tummy ache of feeling guilty for all that you have eaten. Loving yourself will mean something different to everyone; what does loving r mean to me? Well, today I will:

Waking up and getting my workout in. You must think I’m crazy that this is first on my list! But to me, and many of you; working out is ME time. It’s time alone with my thoughts, therapy time in a way. Not to mention the feel good endorphin rush that always comes along with a workout.
Take the time in the morning to make myself my favorite breakfast before I run out the door to get to work. I actually just posted this breakfast a few weeks ago. CLICK HERE TO READ WHAT MY FAVORITE BREAKFAST IS.
At lunch at the office- get out side and go for a breath of fresh air walk. Allow myself the time to step away from my hectic day and have a touch more ‘me’ time.
On my way home from work, stop into the local nail salon and get a mani or a pedi (or both if there’s time!)
Relax at home. Take the time to make myself a meal I would prepare for company (except I’m the company!).
I rarely watch T.V, except maybe an hour or 30 minutes before bed- so today I’m going to catch up on Oprah! Guilty pleasure, but hey! It’s Valentines Day!

What will your day look like and what are the things you are going to do to remind yourself that you’re awesome?

P90X

IntoFit — Mon, 17 Jan 2011 12:31:06 +0000

I say it all the time- but you have to find ways to switch up your workouts. Not only to keep it interesting for yourself, but also for your muscles or you’ll stop seeing results. It’s for this reason that I can’t really let a trend go by without hoping on to check it out. I resisted the P90X rage as long as I could. Last week I gave in and got the videos.

p90x

I’m currently in the middle of week one on P90X and I have to say, I really like it. The video’s are challenging, but in a good way. For anyone who has no idea what to do at the gym with free weights (and for people that do), this is a great strength training video program. No Jane Fonda tights here- this is all about building strength!

I have to say the most challenging part for me is actually pressing play, seeing the 59 minute clock start and thinking – oh my gosh I have a whole hour! But the time passes fast and before you know it, you’re counting down from 15 minutes. And of course, I’m never, ever, upset that I did it. I’m always thrilled and proud of myself. Never once have I ever regretted working out and that is exactly what keeps me going.

Tony, the creator of P90X is motivating, he’s a great coach (for sure at times annoying) but he’s kinda has to be to keep you excitied at home.

Overall, so far I am thoroughly impressed with P90X. So impressed that I’ve made the commitment!

I’ll keep you posted on how it’s going!Feel free join me in my P90X experiment! Email me and let me know how its going!