ILOVESP's SparkPeople Blog

What to eat after your work out/

Thu, 24 Dec 2009 09:45:31 EST

Good advice:
www.sparkpeople.com/resource/nutriti
on_articles.asp?id=1082

* Bread, a bagel, or an English muffin with cheese or peanut butter
* Dried fruit and nuts
* Cottage cheese with fruit
* Fruit juice with cheese
* Yogurt with fruit
* Veggie omelet with toast or roll
* Chocolate milk
* Cereal with milk
* Eggs and toast
* Turkey, ham, chicken, or roast beef sandwich <...

Thanksgiving Turkey Tips

Thu, 24 Dec 2009 09:36:51 EST

Good article to keep, from SP. - -

www.sparkpeople.com/resource/nutriti
on_articles.asp?id=515

Selecting, Cooking, and Storing this Thanksgiving Favorite
-- By Becky Hand, Licensed & Registered Dietitian
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Is it your turn to host the annual Thanksgiving feast for the entire family? Tackling a turkey¡ªwithout being traumatized¡ªisn¡¯t that tough. So let¡¯s talk turkey.

With the bir...

Size of Inflatable fitball

Wed, 9 Dec 2009 09:33:49 EST

Good to know (from SP)

Inflatable fitball. How do I know what size is right for me?

Balls come in different sizes, depending on your height. Balls are typically 55-75 cm inflated. Someone 5'2"-5'7" would use a 55 cm ball, 5'7"-6'2" a 65 cm ball and 6'2" and over, a 75 cm ball. If you have an opportunity to try one that is fully inflated, you should be able to sit on it with your knees at a right angle, feet flat on the floor.

Kimchi recipe

Mon, 2 Nov 2009 17:22:53 EST

I like kimchi!

recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipes.asp?
food=kimchi&anyall=ALL&c1=0&c2=0&c3=0&
c4=0&c5=0&calories=0&prep_time=0&total
_time=0&sort=newest

Your Kitchen: Built for Speed!

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 08:07:48 EST

(I love this article! From SP Health Reflaction.)

We're all pressed for time. Kitchens often go unused because it can simply take too long to cook, and seems more like a hassle than a help. In this hurry-up world, a clean, organized kitchen will get more use than a cluttered mess that's difficult to use. Creating an efficient workspace makes for healthier, faster and more enjoyable meal preparation for everyone involved.

* Clean and organize your pantry and cupboards...

I wish I have this...

Sun, 4 Oct 2009 07:37:55 EST

www.shopfitandfresh.com/detail/TCL+2
24FF

Tools for a Healthy Kitchen - Do you have them all?

Sat, 3 Oct 2009 08:02:01 EST

Blender, Crockpot, Dehydrator, Food processor,
Food scale, Grain Mill, Juicer, Rice cooker, Toaster Oven.

www.sparkpeople.com/resource/nutriti
on_articles.asp?id=863

9 Simple Tricks to Eat Less

Fri, 2 Oct 2009 06:12:56 EST

Eat less.

www.sparkpeople.com/resource/nutriti
on_articles.asp?id=1386

100 Pounds Lost in Eight Months--

Thu, 1 Oct 2009 08:25:49 EST

Here's How I Did It.....

The following article is from
www.sparkpeople.com/mypage_public_jo
urnal_individual.asp?blog_id=1522583

For two weeks, I made this plan for myself:
Mon==liquids only
Tues==normal foods, but keep it all low cal, low fat
Wed===all fruits and veggies day
Thurs=== my free day. I used Thurs because hubby is off on Thurs, and I wanted more freedom to eat out if I wanted
Fri===all fruits and veggies day...

20 Tips to Save Money on Gas

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 09:34:46 EST

Nice tips.

www.sparkpeople.com/resource/wellnes
s_articles.asp?id=1138

Help: I do not have time to cook.

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 08:07:35 EST

13 Tips to Get More Nutrition and Fitness into Your Day

www.sparkpeople.com/resource/wellnes
s_articles.asp?id=186

1. Drink water throughout the day. You donâ€™t hear this nearly enough: water is an all-purpose wonder-substance. Itâ€™s great for your skin, your digestive system, and circulatory system, and aids in weight loss and cellulite reduction. If you feel fatigued during the day, itâ€™s often because you arenâ€™t hydrated properly. Drink...

WOW: Strength train with SP

Sat, 26 Sep 2009 07:03:43 EST

The following article is taken From: URBANMOMMY's Page www.sparkpeople.com/mypage.asp?ID=UR
BANMOMMY

Here's a few tips I recommend that have produced amazing results for me:

1. Choose a specific date on your calendar to meet a goal. I needed a short-term goal first, so I picked a concert that was 6 months away. Having a specific date circled on your calendar will inspire you and motivate you to press forward.

2. Strength train each body par...

15 Ways to Save Big Bucks on Healthy Groceries

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 07:29:58 EST

I like this article:

www.sparkpeople.com/resource/nutriti
on_articles.asp?id=524

Mind Over Body is a 10-step plan

Sat, 19 Sep 2009 08:11:49 EST

10 Steps to Achieve a Healthy Lifestyle

www.sparkpeople.com/resource/mind_ov
er_body_fat.asp

Try some SP healthy desserts

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 07:05:59 EST

Enjoy!

www.sparkpeople.com/resource/recipes
.asp?category=8&tab=recipe_category

How to Disinfect Your Home -- Naturally

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 06:42:02 EST

http://www.dailyspark.com/blog.asp?post=ho
w_to_disinfect_your_home_naturally

How to Control the Crazy Portions

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 05:53:50 EST

* Order an appetizer as an entree (main dish). Remember to stay away from fried foods though.
* Split an entree with another person.
* Order from the lunch menu at dinnertime.
* Leftovers are okay. Feel free to wrap up half your meal to go
* Order smaller sizes such as a half-order of pasta or a "petite" cut of meat. Even so, portions may still be hefty. It's not unusual for a "smaller" portion of meat to be an 8-ounce serving.
* In fast-food rest...

30 Things To Do Instead of Spending Money

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 07:06:47 EST

Or try these when you are bored.

www.sparkpeople.com/resource/wellnes
s_articles.asp?id=1141

SP Workout Generator

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 07:05:33 EST

1) What is your fitness level?
2) 2) What type of workout do you want?
3) 3) How much time do you want to spend working out?

www.sparkpeople.com/resource/fitness
_plan_generator.asp

Egg /chicken/Tuna Salad Recipes

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 07:34:41 EST

Egg Salad Recipes
recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipes.asp?
food=egg+salad&anyall=ALL&c1=0&c2=0&c3
=0&c4=0&c5=0&calories=0&prep_time=0&to
tal_time=0&sort=number_of_ratings

Chicken Salad Recipes
recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipes.asp?
food=chicken+salad&a=

Tuna Salad Recipes
recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipes.asp?
food=tuna+salad&anyall=ALL&c1=0&c2=0&c
3=0&c4=0&c5=0&calories=0&prep_time=0&t
otal_time=0&s...

Buy Organic or Conventional?

Mon, 7 Sep 2009 08:02:08 EST

Top 12 Foods to Buy Organic

1. Peaches
2. Apples
3. Bell peppers
4. Celery
5. Nectarines
6. Strawberries
7. Cherries
8. Kale
9. Lettuce
10. Imported grapes
11. Carrots
12. Pears

The Clean 15: Save Your Money & Buy Conventional
1. Onions
2. Avocados
3. Sweet corn
4. Pineapple
5. Mangoes
6. Asparagus
7. Sweet peas
8. Kiwis
9. Cabbage
10. Eggplant
11. Papaya
1...

WALK!(5 Miles = 10,000 Steps = 500 calories burned)

Thu, 3 Sep 2009 07:17:06 EST

1 Mile = 2,000 Steps = 100 calories burned

5 Miles = 10,000 Steps = 500 calories burned = 3,500 calories/week burned = 1 pound of weight loss/week

http://www.twofoods.com/

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 08:22:35 EST

# Quickly compare nutritional values of common foods.
# Just enter two food item names and click compare.
# Get comparisons for calories, fat, proteins and carbohydrates.
# Simple and nice user interface.

Tool:“Get Moving! Calculator”

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 08:17:57 EST

How Many Calories Am I Burning When I Exercise?
k2.kirtland.cc.mi.us/~balbachl/calor
ie.htm

“Get Moving! Calculator”
www.caloriecontrol.org/healthy-weigh
t-tool -kit/lighten-up-and-get-moving

Looking for a Fitness Buddy?

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 08:24:06 EST

Would it be nice to have someone to walk alongside with you on your weigh loss journey? Find one.

Find a Fitness Buddy
http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/fitn
ess_articles.asp?id=102

Speakpeople Dining out Guide

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 07:24:04 EST

Check this out when you have time.
Info including Fast Food Restaurants and Casual Restaurants.
This will help you on your weigh loss plan.
Otherwise you need to spend hours of exercise to undo the calories.

http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/spar
kdining.asp

Just for today - Dieter's Prayer

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 05:36:52 EST

~ From Dear Abby

JUST FOR TODAY, I will live through this day only. I will not brood about yesterday or obsess about tomorrow. I will not set far-reaching goals or try to overcome all of my problems at once. I know that I can do something for 24 hours that would overwhelm me if I had to keep it up for a lifetime.

JUST FOR TODAY, I will be happy. I will not dwell on thoughts that depress me. If my mind fills with clouds, I will chase them away and fill it with sunshine. <...

WHAT WEIGHS.........

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 08:57:36 EST

1 pound = a Guinea Pig
1.5 pounds = a dozen Krispy Kreme glazed donuts
2 pounds = a rack of baby back ribs
3 pounds = an average human brain
4 pounds = an ostrich egg
5 pounds = a Chihuahua
6 pounds = a human’s skin
7.5 pounds = an average newborn
8 pounds = a human head
10 pounds= chemical additives an American consumes each year
11 pounds = an average housecat
12 pounds = a Bald Eagle
15 pounds = 10 dozen large eggs
16 pounds ...