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... so I ask you, what is the nutritional values for a green worm?

Thursday, May 13, 2010

As I was getting my breakfast of fruit, yogurt & cottage cheese this morning, I thought I saw a tiny green worm in one of my fresh blackberries.

... so I ask you, what is the nutritional value of a green worm?

No, I found it when I was washing them and I didn't eat it, lol, but I thought I would blog it!

(It would not have hurt me had I missed it. We gross out but it is protein.)

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WATERMELLEN 5/14/2010 9:48PM

That little green worm was probably full of blackberries anyhow . . . and there is no such thing as ONE little green worm, I'm sorry to say (just one that you SAW!!).

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WALKINGANNIE 5/14/2010 4:10PM

Good job that there's some 'wriggle room' to allow for variation within your calorie range.

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ONEREALLYBIGDOG 5/14/2010 11:47AM

Depends on how many of those fresh blackberries he'd eaten BEFORE you found him, LOL

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CICI510 5/14/2010 11:31AM

Not sure about the nutritional value of the worm but I'm sure there's some protein in there somewhere. :)

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RUBY-DOO 5/14/2010 10:26AM

I've heard someone say it's not a good "apple" unless theres a worm hole through it :) Means less pesticides!

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DAWNWATERWOMAN 5/14/2010 9:04AM

ewww! At least you found it before you ate it. I guess it's a protein! Love ya, Dawn

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EMBBEAR 5/14/2010 12:18AM

I wouldn't worry it's full of protein and low in fat

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MSLZZY 5/13/2010 11:43PM

Ewww! Thank goodness you found him in time! He would have been horrified to be part of your breakfast LOL!

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JENIFIREHARP 5/13/2010 10:28PM

Probably less than 1 calorie, and some protein, vitamins a, b2, and c... that is if it is edible, and you actually want to eat it!

Check this out:

http://www.planetscott.
com/babes/nutrition.asp

BABES stands for Bay Area Bug Eating Society

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MEADSBAY 5/13/2010 10:10PM

eeeeeuuuuuuwwwww!!!!!

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LOPEYP 5/13/2010 10:07PM

Extra protein would be my guess. That's what my mom always said when I swallowed a bug (usually those annoying May fleas)

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GOALIEGRANDMA3 5/13/2010 9:47PM

that is just extra protein

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GRALLEN 5/13/2010 9:35PM

Whew, you had me going there for a minute. lol Glad you found him before you ate them. We've found worms in ears of corn before and I put them in my platform feeder.

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PAIGESMAMA 5/13/2010 9:03PM

This is cute.
Glad you found washing.

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EMMABE1 5/13/2010 8:57PM

Hmmm!! green worm - protein, chlorophyl, minerals, probably iron, doubt there are carbs, but probably a bit of fat - wonder if that's good or bad fat but in that amount it might be irrelavant!!.
Could be good if cooked on a BBQ, the protein would be more digestible - but also as far as flavour and texture, the flavour would be increased and the outside become crunchy while the inside stays soft!!
Really quite Yummy!!

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KATHYGBENNETT 5/13/2010 8:57PM

It would give you a little extra protein.

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Hmmm.

Tuesday, May 11, 2010

I watched a commercial just now and Valerie Bertinelli looked heavier! Maybe it was an older commercial, but she was practically hiding behind the dressing-room door!

I love SparkPeople! I have learned how to Spark myself thin!

Yes, it took 16 months - but in that 16 months I have learned how to work foods into my daily meal plans - I don't have to give up anything unless it turns out to be a trigger food for me.

My trigger foods are not going to be the same as your trigger foods. We are all unique and we must all learn what we can eat and what we need to avoid.

But my DH's family reunion is next month and when people ask me what I weigh now, it is 5 lbs less than last year!

**edit:
@LOPEYP, I don't know why but people think it is ok to ask me my weight. No one has ever offered to tell me their weight though, lol.

I "googled" Valerie Bertinelli and according to her blog, she is maintaining her weight loss! Might have been an older commercial - whatever, it didn't look too flattering.

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USARUNNERGIRL 5/13/2010 3:40PM

You are awesome and such an inspiration for me.

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EMBBEAR 5/13/2010 12:39AM

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WALKINGANNIE 5/12/2010 4:54PM

You're such a great example Linda.

I had a close encounter with trigger foods today so I know what you mean!

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CLAIRESML 5/12/2010 12:28PM

You have done so great! Have fun at the reunion. You have soooo earned it.

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DAWNWATERWOMAN 5/12/2010 11:55AM

I LOVE IT! You're such a great example and inspiration to me and all of Spark People! Love, Dawn

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SUCHAHOOT 5/11/2010 10:20PM

You look fantastic! Enjoy the reunion & all the compliments you are sure to receive.

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LOPEYP 5/11/2010 7:42PM

Why do people ask you what you weigh? I would like people just to say "you look great" and not get into the nitty gritty.
Have fun.

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CICI510 5/11/2010 4:40PM

I think I need to make a list of all my trigger foods. *sigh* It's a learning process right?

You sure have Sparked yourself thin! You look wonderful!!!

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MSLZZY 5/11/2010 2:20PM

Have a great day! You are an inspiration!

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SPARKLES 5/11/2010 2:00PM

Good job! Not sure the number, but know I'm weighing less than this time last year. Yaay - we're moving in the right direction!!

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KAROUSELL46 5/11/2010 1:40PM

I need to really get a grip on the foods to avoid. You are truly

and look

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GOALIEGRANDMA3 5/11/2010 1:38PM

I was complimented about my weight at the funeral this week.

It is a great feeling, for sure.

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PAIGESMAMA 5/11/2010 1:38PM

Great job. I am working to my goal as well.

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COOLMAMA11 5/11/2010 1:35PM

You look great!
Yes, this certainly is a learning experience, I learn new things everyday!

Hugs
Elaine

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ONEREALLYBIGDOG 5/11/2010 1:31PM

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Today is a great day!

Monday, May 10, 2010

Got my exercise, ate my freggies, stayed in range!

Today is a great day!

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CICI510 5/11/2010 10:48AM

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LOPEYP 5/11/2010 5:57AM

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JERSEYGIRL24 5/10/2010 10:56PM

Good for you!!! Keep up the good work.

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BARNABABY1 5/10/2010 9:51PM

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ONEREALLYBIGDOG 5/10/2010 9:19PM

What is a freggie, fruit/veggie?

WTG
by the way,
thanks for the heads up on the shoes, I'll be sure to tell Sherri about your note!

Have a SPlendid week!

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GRALLEN 5/10/2010 9:13PM

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CHRISTY60 5/10/2010 8:58PM

Way to go!

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EMMABE1 5/10/2010 8:26PM

Great day!!

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MSLZZY 5/10/2010 8:18PM

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VALERIEMAHA 5/10/2010 8:09PM

You're so inspiring!

Maha

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FRAN0426 5/10/2010 8:08PM

--certainly was a good day

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MIKIIO 5/10/2010 8:06PM

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SLENDERELLA61 5/10/2010 7:54PM

WooHoo! Way to go! To the point blog! Keep up the great work! -Marsha

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COOLMAMA11 5/10/2010 7:48PM

That's what we like to hear! I also had a good day!

Hugs
Elaine

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RISSASPIECES 5/10/2010 7:47PM

Woo hoo!

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Happy Mother's Day!

Sunday, May 09, 2010

I just want to wish a very Happy Mother's Day to all my SparkFriends!

Enjoy your day!!

Love,
Linda

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DAWNWATERWOMAN 5/10/2010 5:43PM

Thanks Linda. I hope that your Mother's Day went well & was happy. Love to you, Dawn

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ONEREALLYBIGDOG 5/10/2010 3:43PM

Hope you enjoyed your day too, cause you are a mom to lots of us here at SP, LOL

I saw another commercial for another brand of those shoes you blogged about recently, REEBOK might have been the brand, but don't hold me to it!

Have a SUPER week!

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CANDYGETNFIT 5/10/2010 1:49PM

Hope you had a Wonderful Mother's Day too!

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BARNABABY1 5/10/2010 12:02PM

Thank You

Hope you had a wonderful day, too!!

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MSLZZY 5/9/2010 8:03PM

Hope your day was special, too!

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CATHEITE 5/9/2010 7:20PM

All my best to you.

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SLENDERELLA61 5/9/2010 6:20PM

Happy Mother's Day to you, too! -Marsha

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WALKINGANNIE 5/9/2010 5:34PM

You too Linda.

with love,

Annie

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RONIH2O 5/9/2010 5:21PM

Thanks and back at ya!

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EMMABE1 5/9/2010 5:19PM

And a very Happy Mothers Day to you too!!

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Danskin Now Spring!

Wednesday, May 05, 2010

For all you wanting to try the Sketchers Shape-Ups but not having $100 extra this month, Walmarts is carrying the new "Danskin Now Spring" shoe
www.walmart.com/ip/Danskin-Now-Women
-s-Spring-Sneakers/12544728

I purchased a pair yesterday and have been walking around my house and even did a 1 Mile Walk Away The Pounds wearing them.

I like them! $25 is a lot cheaper way to try the shoes - you can still buy the more expensive pair if you want, but this way you get a cheaper way to try the "style" out.

**edit 5/6: I usually wear an 8-1/2 Wide but I am very comfortable in a regular (normal) size 8 of these. Nice!

**edit 5/7: I have been unable to obtain a 2nd pair so far! Even online I am unable to access Walmarts "checkout"! The shoes are selling out fast!

Yay! I purchased 2 pair online and they will ship them to me for $1.94!

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SOPHIADARE 5/8/2010 3:25PM

Thanks for the tip!

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MOMWANTSNOWAIST 5/6/2010 11:51PM

Linda-- Thanks for the info .!! Had to stop in and say hi--have lost 19.4 lbs. now and went in today to return something for my friend's daughter and just looked at the clothes in general and found I COULD FIT into some of the tanktops!!! I haven't really shopped much yet--just a new workout top or two and will get myself a new pair of jeans when I hit 20 and a NEW OUTFIT W?SHOES at GOAL!!! But just had to tell you how GREAT IT FELT!!! I have probably been a spokesperson since

!!! Just SO HAPPY!! ANd EVERYONE thinks there is a magic bullet---I just say it's HARD WORK & logging your good food choice on the Nutrtion tracker!!!!Glad you like your goodie --I LOVE spending them on sparkfriends and those needing a boost or a thank you for inspiring blogs!!!! ---Happy Betsy :)

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BARNABABY1 5/6/2010 7:21PM

I've been dying for a pair of sneakers like these but they are so expensive!! Hope they still have my size (although I generally wear a wide width)! Thank you for the fantastic tip!

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ONEREALLYBIGDOG 5/6/2010 3:11PM

Very interesting!
Thanks for sharing!

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USARUNNERGIRL 5/6/2010 2:58PM

Tooo coool. Thank you for the info, I was wondering if anyone would come out with a cheaper version. Woohoo.

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GOALIEGRANDMA3 5/6/2010 12:06PM

great idea....I have been wondering, but 100 $......no way

25 maybe a way!!

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MEADSBAY 5/6/2010 10:37AM

EXACTLY what I've been waiting for!
Let us know how you like them.

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MARTY19 5/6/2010 8:36AM

Sears had the originals on sale and I missed it so I think I will give these a try. Thanks for telling me.

Hugs,
Marty

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EL_KATO 5/6/2010 7:13AM

I love the Sketchers shoes. I have an all black pair that's just about had it, but I'm gonna wear them into the ground.

For anyone skeptical of them - they do more than just 'tone,' like they brag. My posture is better than it's been in ten years, and I blame the shoes. They force you to strike a balance between your two feet, instead of your normal resting position. So you end up working both legs evenly.

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DAWNWATERWOMAN 5/5/2010 11:54PM

WOW! Thanks for the info. I am definitely going to get a pair. With hubby's Walmart discount I'll be in business. Love ya, Dawn

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GRALLEN 5/5/2010 10:20PM

Thanks for the info. I kinda wanted a pair but didn't want to pay the price. I might check those out at Wal-mart even tho I already bought a regular pair of walking shoes about a month ago.

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NEWLIBRARIAN 5/5/2010 9:28PM

Cool thanks for this post. I have noticed ads for a lot of companies getting into this trend. I may have to try a pair.

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HLTHYLIVN_BAM 5/5/2010 9:20PM

Thank you so much for this! I bought a pair of the sandals using some DSW coupons and rewards money and it was still expensive. Nice to see it getting to the point that more people can afford.

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MSLZZY 5/5/2010 9:19PM

I am going to check this out! Baby needs new shoes! Size 10 1/2's LOL!

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CICI510 5/5/2010 8:18PM

Those look comfy! TFS!!! :)

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SLENDERELLA61 5/5/2010 7:50PM

Thanks for that suggestion. I think I will do just that! -Marsha

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LOPEYP 5/5/2010 7:43PM

That must have been challenging do the WATP workout in them.Good for you!

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