Joy Grace and Good Health

10 day shred -- Learn those healthy habits

2016-07-15T15:37:00.001-04:00

One of my main "rules" in maintaining / losing weight is to try to eat a large healthy salad each day for lunch. Really... almost every day.

Making these salads on Monday, I can grab healthy fast food each day of the week.

10 day shred -- eating out

2016-07-09T13:12:00.001-04:00

Just substitute good for the not so good. I asked for fruit instead of toast.

10 day shred portion control

2016-07-06T13:40:00.001-04:00

Don't laugh. These kiddie plates are great for portion control! 😊

10 day shred at Panera Bread

2016-07-02T15:51:00.000-04:00

It IS possible to eat breakfast at Panera and not totally crash on the 10-day Shred or other low carb healthy eating plan. Just order any breakfast sandwich without the bread. It comes in a bowl. (Tip from one of my piano students who works there). I asked for avocado and tomato as a substitution + ginger peach hot tea instead of coffee.

My meals for 10-day shred - day 9

2016-07-02T15:46:00.001-04:00

BREAKFAST: 1 smoothie made with Juice Plus Complete Chocolate, coconut milk, 1 banana, water and ice.

I like to add extra liquid so I can sip on them throughout the day.

LUNCH: tomatoes, green peppers, Apple, smoothie, hot tea

DINNER: one piece of fish and cantaloupe (rushing out for a movie)

AFTER DINNER: one peach

My meals for 10-day shred - day 8

2016-07-02T15:46:00.000-04:00

BREAKFAST: 1 smoothie made with Juice Plus Complete Chocolate, almond milk, water and ice.

LUNCH: hamburger (no bun), a few chips, corn, spinach salad, fruit salad, roasted veggies, decaf coffee with one oatmeal cookie (4th of July cookout)

DINNER: sliced peach with almonds

AFTER DINNER: Hot herbal tea

My meals for 10-day shred - day 7

2016-07-02T15:45:00.004-04:00

BREAKFAST: 1 smoothie made with Juice Plus Complete Chocolate, almond milk, water and ice.

LUNCH: small piece of chicken, broccoli, fruit salad with banana, peach, strawberries

DINNER: birthday celebration (my husband), steak, green beans with onions, 3 fries, watermelon, ONE bite of chocolate pie

My meals for 10-day shred - day 6

2016-07-02T15:45:00.002-04:00

BREAKFAST: breakfast sandwich at Panera without the bread (just ask) with added avocado and lettuce

LUNCH: one rib with beans and onion at Publix. Green pepper and tomatoes when I got home.

DINNER: homemade split pea soup with sliced apple.

My meals for 10-day shred - day 5

2016-07-01T13:38:00.003-04:00

BREAKFAST: 1 smoothie made with Juice Plus Complete Chocolate, bee pollen, coconut milk, 1 banana, water and ice.

I like to add extra liquid so I can sip on them throughout the day.

LUNCH: mixed tomatoes, strawberries and green peppers; 3 leftover healthy meatballs from last night; grapefruit/strawberries; 1 tbsp of whole almonds; still sipping my breakfast smoothie

DINNER: small pieces of baked ham and chicken, broccoli, tomatoes and strawberries, 1 cup of smoothie

AFTER DINNER: Hot herbal tea

10 Day Shred Halfway Through Progress

2016-07-01T13:35:00.003-04:00

Down 3.8 lbs and only halfway through Day 5! Using My Fitness Pal app to monitor progress and workouts.

My meals 10-Day Shred Day 3

2016-06-29T19:30:00.000-04:00

BREAKFAST: 1 smoothie made with Juice Plus Complete Chocolate, bee pollen, coconut milk, 1 tsp. natural peanut butter, water and ice. Hot herbal tea after the first smoothie.

I made a second one after lunch. I like to add extra liquid so I can sip on them throughout the day.

LUNCH: Quickie egg dish: spinach, one egg, peppers, tomatoes. Stir, microwave 3 minutes. Sliced apple on the side.

DINNER: healthy meatballs (lean beef, egg, veggies), corn, salad

AFTER DINNER: Hot herbal tea

Just for fun 10-Day Shred smoothies

2016-06-29T15:27:00.002-04:00

Everything tastes better in a pretty glass. :)

Juice Plus Complete Chocolate Smoothie

My meals for 10-day shred - day 4

2016-06-29T15:18:00.004-04:00

BREAKFAST: 1 smoothie made with Juice Plus Complete Chocolate, bee pollen, coconut milk, 1 tsp. natural peanut butter, water and ice. Hot herbal tea after the first smoothie.

I like to add extra liquid so I can sip on them throughout the day.

LUNCH: corn, hard-boiled egg and apple slices, still sipping my smoothie

Today I skipped the 2nd smoothie since I felt quite full.

DINNER: chicken, broccoli, small potato (with tiny amount of sour cream), grapefruit and strawberries

AFTER DINNER: Hot herbal tea

My meals for 10-day shred - day 2

2016-06-28T21:36:00.001-04:00

Here is what I ate for Day 2:

BREAKFAST: 1 Green smoothie made with Juice Plus Complete Vanilla, spinach, bee pollen, coconut milk, water and ice. Hot herbal tea after the first smoothie.

I made a second one after lunch. I like to add extra liquid so I can sip on them throughout the day.

LUNCH: Spinach salad with walnuts, hard boiled egg, garden tomatoes, green peppers. Sliced apple on the side.

DINNER: Family ordered Chinese takeout, so I had a VERY small portion of the beef and broccoli (skipped the rice), ear of fresh corn, green peppers, grape tomatoes, sliced apple.

AFTER DINNER: Hot herbal tea

My meals for 10-day Shred -- day 1

2016-06-28T21:35:00.001-04:00

BREAKFAST: 1 smoothie made with Juice Plus Complete Vanilla, bee pollen, coconut milk, 1 tsp. of decaf coffee, water and ice. Hot herbal tea after the first smoothie.

I made a second one after lunch. I like to add extra liquid so I can sip on them throughout the day.

LUNCH: Spinach salad with hard boiled egg, garden tomatoes, green peppers, broccoli.

DINNER: Eating with the family, so one piece of baked fish (tried to scrape off most of the crumbs), fresh corn on the cob, green beans, bowl of grapefruit with strawberries.

AFTER DINNER: Hot herbal tea

10-day shred for better health

2016-06-24T14:25:00.001-04:00

Eek! It's officially swimsuit season. 👙 Getting ready to start a 10-Day Shred. Would anyone like to join me starting July 5?

All things new ...

2016-05-03T07:20:00.001-04:00

Rev. 21:5 And He who was seated on the throne said, “Behold, I am making all things new.” Also He said, “Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true.”

SIMPLE THINGS: Take time to enjoy the outdoors

2016-04-26T10:49:00.002-04:00

Late Sunday afternoon my husband and I decided to drive to Winter Park for a leisurely stroll through some neighborhoods and gardens. We saw some beautiful sights and chatted all along the way. Four miles later, we had a light dinner at the college restaurant.

Take time to get out in the great outdoors this spring while the weather is so nice. Enjoy some free time with the ones you love.

SIMPLE THINGS: A New Yard Flag

2016-04-20T00:30:00.000-04:00

My husband surprised me with this pretty new garden flag for our front yard. I like to change them with each season. This one is more for the summer actually, but I have another with a sun on it that I'll put up in June or July. This is a sturdy one that should last a few years from a company called Swaying in the Breeze. You can order them online or if you're at the Flower and Garden Show at EPCOT these days, pick one up there. SO many to choose from!

One Simple Change: Fruit and Nuts for Breakfast

2016-04-19T00:30:00.000-04:00

A whole grapefruit with one tablespoon of whole almonds, one cup of coffee. This is my breakfast almost every day (while grapefruits are in season). No sugar needed. I sometimes add a couple of slices of bacon on the days I do water aerobics. I got these ruby reds from Aldi and they are so juicy and delicious.

Keep it simple, keep it clean.

One Simple Change: Drink Your Water

2016-04-18T00:30:00.000-04:00

Drink your water. I prefer glass to plastic any day. This glass holds two cups so when I finish one, I feel like I've really accomplished something healthy. There are so many benefits of drinking water--healthy looking skin, regular BMs, better digestion, more energy, less junk food. My goal is 4-5 of these 2-cup glasses each day. I don't always make it, but most days, I do. Try it for a month and see how nice your skin looks.

For the Spirit: Take Heart ...

2016-04-17T00:30:00.000-04:00

I love this quote from the book of John. Designed by my friend who writes just-extraordinary.com.

One Simple Change: A Little Bit of Junk

2016-04-16T00:30:00.000-04:00

A little bit of junk is better than a LOT of junk. Sometimes you just need a little salty crunch with your lunch. The Cheetos bag was put away and not reopened. I love green peppers and they added extra crunch to this simple lunch.

For the spirit: Peace be with you

2016-04-15T07:14:00.001-04:00

FREE ADMISSION: National Park Week April 16-24, 2016

2016-04-15T00:30:00.000-04:00

2016 is the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service. They are celebrating with offering free admission to

There are more than 400 parks offering free admission. See if one you are interested in is on THIS LIST.

From the site: The fee waiver includes entrance fees, commercial tour fees, and transportation entrance fees. Other fees such as reservation, camping, tours, concession and fees collected by third parties are not included unless stated otherwise.

Have fun with friends and/or your family and get outside!