Frozen Chocolate-Cherry Pie
POINTS® Value: 6
Servings: 8
Friends and family will love this fresh, creamy twist on a delicious dessert classic.
4 cup(s) low-fat frozen yogurt, chocolate-flavor, softened
40 item(s) maraschino cherries, drained and chopped (about 1 1/2 cups)
6 oz Ready Crust Hershey's Chocolate Ready Pie Crust, or other brand
1/2 cup(s) lite whipped topping, frozen, thawed
3/4 oz bittersweet chocolate, grated (about 2 Tbsp; optional)
8 item(s) maraschino cherries, with stems (optional)
In a large bowl, combine yogurt and cherries; fold gently to combine. Spoon yogurt mixture into pie shell; cover and freeze for 8 hours or until firm.
Cut pie into 8 wedges and top each slice with 1 tablespoon whipped topping. Garnish with chocolate and cherries. Serve immediately. Yields 1 piece per serving.
Notes: From Weight Watchers Annual Recipes for Success 2010 Copyright © 2010 Oxmoor House, Inc.
Monday, July 19, 2010
County Fair points estimated.
Fair Foods/Approximate Calories, Fat Grams
And WW Points Values
These Calorie contents and Fat grams were found on a CBS affiliate website under state fair foods heading. They are unofficial Weight Watchers findings. Some of them were found on the Weight Watchers website as well. The walking times above are how long you need to walk to burn off what you have consumed based on burning 300 calories per hour.
Jumbo Corn Dog—460 Cal., 19g. Fat, 11Pts.
Caramel Apple, Med—270 Cal., 4g. Fat, 6Pts.
Medium Soft Pretzel—190 Cal., 2g. Fat, 4Pts.
Curly Fries—620 Cal., 30g. fat, 15Pts.,-- 2hrs, 10 min.
Nachos w/cheese—861 Cal., 59g. Fat, 22 Pts.,--2hrs, 55 min.
Fried Twinkie—420 Cal, 34g. Fat, 11 Pts.—1hr, 25min.
Funnel Cake—760 Cal, 44g. Fat, 19 Pts.—2hr., 50 min.
Cinnamon Roll—730 Cal, 24g. Fat, 18 Pts.—2hr. 25min.
Fried Oreo—98 Cal, 5.7g. Fat, 2Pts.—20 min.
Soft Pretzel—340 Cal, 2g. Fat, 7 Pts.
Cotton Candy—171 Cal, 0g. Fat, 3Pts.
Twinkie Dog Sundae—500 Cal, 14g. Fat, 11 Pts.
Fried Cheesecake—6oz.—655 Cal, 47g. Fat, 17Pts.
Foot Long Hot Dog and Bun—470 Cal, 26g. Fat, 12Pts.
Giant Turkey Leg—1,136 Cal, 54g. Fat, 27Pts.
Bloomin Onion—2,210 Cal, 134g. Fat, 55Pts.
Cheese Fries—4,000 Cal., 80+ g. Fat, 87Pts. +
And WW Points Values
These Calorie contents and Fat grams were found on a CBS affiliate website under state fair foods heading. They are unofficial Weight Watchers findings. Some of them were found on the Weight Watchers website as well. The walking times above are how long you need to walk to burn off what you have consumed based on burning 300 calories per hour.
Jumbo Corn Dog—460 Cal., 19g. Fat, 11Pts.
Caramel Apple, Med—270 Cal., 4g. Fat, 6Pts.
Medium Soft Pretzel—190 Cal., 2g. Fat, 4Pts.
Curly Fries—620 Cal., 30g. fat, 15Pts.,-- 2hrs, 10 min.
Nachos w/cheese—861 Cal., 59g. Fat, 22 Pts.,--2hrs, 55 min.
Fried Twinkie—420 Cal, 34g. Fat, 11 Pts.—1hr, 25min.
Funnel Cake—760 Cal, 44g. Fat, 19 Pts.—2hr., 50 min.
Cinnamon Roll—730 Cal, 24g. Fat, 18 Pts.—2hr. 25min.
Fried Oreo—98 Cal, 5.7g. Fat, 2Pts.—20 min.
Soft Pretzel—340 Cal, 2g. Fat, 7 Pts.
Cotton Candy—171 Cal, 0g. Fat, 3Pts.
Twinkie Dog Sundae—500 Cal, 14g. Fat, 11 Pts.
Fried Cheesecake—6oz.—655 Cal, 47g. Fat, 17Pts.
Foot Long Hot Dog and Bun—470 Cal, 26g. Fat, 12Pts.
Giant Turkey Leg—1,136 Cal, 54g. Fat, 27Pts.
Bloomin Onion—2,210 Cal, 134g. Fat, 55Pts.
Cheese Fries—4,000 Cal., 80+ g. Fat, 87Pts. +
Saturday, July 17, 2010
Can plateaus Help you Lose?
Can Plateaus Help You Lose?
Article By: Melissa Sperl
We'll help you overcome your plateau and get back on the losing path.
If you've been with Weight Watchers for a while, you've probably heard Success Stories talk about their plateaus — the times in their weight-loss plan when they couldn't lose, no matter how hard they tried.
Sounds like a bummer, right? After all, you want to see results for all the hard work you're doing!
But look at it this way: Plateaus are like resting spots. When you've been going, going, going for a while, there will come a time when you have to stop, rest, and take a look at the map.
Weight loss is much different when you have a lot to lose than it is when you're working on your last 10 pounds. Doesn't it make sense that you should need to take a break and reassess your plan?
Plateau power
The next time you get to a plateau, think positively and proactively: "This means I have to try something new now. What is it?" Try different things until you find an approach that gets the scale moving down again.
You've probably heard your Leader or other meeting members talking about the kinds of things that can get you through a plateau and moving again. Things like:
Attitude is everything. Do you need to re-motivate?
Recheck your daily POINTS® Target.
Look at portions with a fresh eye.
Commit to your POINTS Tracker.
Get moving!
Try some zero POINTS value foods.
Check your medications. Are they affecting your weight loss?
A plateau is a good time to get prepared for the road ahead. It's the perfect time to reassess your skills, knowledge and behaviors. At your next meeting, ask the friends around you if they've been through plateaus, and what they did to get through them.
Article By: Melissa Sperl
We'll help you overcome your plateau and get back on the losing path.
If you've been with Weight Watchers for a while, you've probably heard Success Stories talk about their plateaus — the times in their weight-loss plan when they couldn't lose, no matter how hard they tried.
Sounds like a bummer, right? After all, you want to see results for all the hard work you're doing!
But look at it this way: Plateaus are like resting spots. When you've been going, going, going for a while, there will come a time when you have to stop, rest, and take a look at the map.
Weight loss is much different when you have a lot to lose than it is when you're working on your last 10 pounds. Doesn't it make sense that you should need to take a break and reassess your plan?
Plateau power
The next time you get to a plateau, think positively and proactively: "This means I have to try something new now. What is it?" Try different things until you find an approach that gets the scale moving down again.
You've probably heard your Leader or other meeting members talking about the kinds of things that can get you through a plateau and moving again. Things like:
Attitude is everything. Do you need to re-motivate?
Recheck your daily POINTS® Target.
Look at portions with a fresh eye.
Commit to your POINTS Tracker.
Get moving!
Try some zero POINTS value foods.
Check your medications. Are they affecting your weight loss?
A plateau is a good time to get prepared for the road ahead. It's the perfect time to reassess your skills, knowledge and behaviors. At your next meeting, ask the friends around you if they've been through plateaus, and what they did to get through them.
Friday, July 16, 2010
CELEBRATIONS JULY 11/16
HERE ARE THE AWARDS OF THIS WEEK
ELLICOTT CITY
16 WEEKS ATTENDANCE
PETER AND KAREN
OTHER MILESTONES
MARTIN 35
PETER 25
GARY 25
BARB H. 15.6
KAREN M. 15.2
FREDERICK, SUNDAY
KATHY M. 16 WEEKS ATTENDANCE
ROBERTA N. 20
JOAN K. 108
SONIA 5
JOHNS HOPKINS-APL
WEIGHT GOAL
ANGELIKA
OTHER MILESTONES
FOREST P. 63
NORMA LEE 21.2
MOUNT AIRY, MONDAY
5% GOAL
TERI B.
BERNICE W.
50 LBS AWARD
VINCE 50.2
OTHER MILESTONES
LORI 7.8
RON 5
ELDERSBURG
75+ LBS
DAVE 81.4
STEVE D.
OTHER MILESTONES
CINDY P. 16 WEEKS ATTENDANCE
BETTINA W. 15.4
PHYLLIES J. 7.4
STACEY W. 6.8
WELLPOINT
RICHARD 46
OPTUM HEALTH
GROUP WEIGHT LOSS 30.2
LIFETIME GOAL
NAVNIT 30.2
10% GOAL
MARIA
25+ LBS
PHIL H.
OTHER MILESTONES
ANGEL B. 15.8
IJAMSVILLE
5% GOAL
MELINDA G.
MOUNT AIRY, WEDNESDAY
10% GOAL
BARBARA W.
5% GOAL
PATTY N.
OTHER MILESTONES
MARY BETH R. 8.8
CAROL R. 6.4
VERIZON WIRELESS
5% GOAL
LUDY
OTHER MILESTONES
TRACEE 11.4
EBONY 5.6
HEALTH STREAM
ALICIA 21
KATHLEEN C. 16.6
WELLS FARGO
KUDOS TO OUR WALKER IN THE HIGH HEAT OF THE DAY
DEBBIE R.
BECHTEL
5% GOAL
LAUREN V.
LISI H.
OTHER MILESTONES
IDA 15.4
CLAUDIA S. 10.2
MARIE 5.2
SYBIL 5.8
BERNIE 5
FREDERICK, FRIDAY
10% GOAL & 16 WEEKS ATTENDANCE
SHIRLEY H.
5% GOAL
YVETTE
SANDRA P.
SUSAN D.
TINA C.
16 WEEKS ATTENDANCE AND 30.2
DIANE R.
OTHER MILESTONES
GILLIAN 15.2
BETSEY B. 10.6
DANA L. 5.4
ELLICOTT CITY
16 WEEKS ATTENDANCE
PETER AND KAREN
OTHER MILESTONES
MARTIN 35
PETER 25
GARY 25
BARB H. 15.6
KAREN M. 15.2
FREDERICK, SUNDAY
KATHY M. 16 WEEKS ATTENDANCE
ROBERTA N. 20
JOAN K. 108
SONIA 5
JOHNS HOPKINS-APL
WEIGHT GOAL
ANGELIKA
OTHER MILESTONES
FOREST P. 63
NORMA LEE 21.2
MOUNT AIRY, MONDAY
5% GOAL
TERI B.
BERNICE W.
50 LBS AWARD
VINCE 50.2
OTHER MILESTONES
LORI 7.8
RON 5
ELDERSBURG
75+ LBS
DAVE 81.4
STEVE D.
OTHER MILESTONES
CINDY P. 16 WEEKS ATTENDANCE
BETTINA W. 15.4
PHYLLIES J. 7.4
STACEY W. 6.8
WELLPOINT
RICHARD 46
OPTUM HEALTH
GROUP WEIGHT LOSS 30.2
LIFETIME GOAL
NAVNIT 30.2
10% GOAL
MARIA
25+ LBS
PHIL H.
OTHER MILESTONES
ANGEL B. 15.8
IJAMSVILLE
5% GOAL
MELINDA G.
MOUNT AIRY, WEDNESDAY
10% GOAL
BARBARA W.
5% GOAL
PATTY N.
OTHER MILESTONES
MARY BETH R. 8.8
CAROL R. 6.4
VERIZON WIRELESS
5% GOAL
LUDY
OTHER MILESTONES
TRACEE 11.4
EBONY 5.6
HEALTH STREAM
ALICIA 21
KATHLEEN C. 16.6
WELLS FARGO
KUDOS TO OUR WALKER IN THE HIGH HEAT OF THE DAY
DEBBIE R.
BECHTEL
5% GOAL
LAUREN V.
LISI H.
OTHER MILESTONES
IDA 15.4
CLAUDIA S. 10.2
MARIE 5.2
SYBIL 5.8
BERNIE 5
FREDERICK, FRIDAY
10% GOAL & 16 WEEKS ATTENDANCE
SHIRLEY H.
5% GOAL
YVETTE
SANDRA P.
SUSAN D.
TINA C.
16 WEEKS ATTENDANCE AND 30.2
DIANE R.
OTHER MILESTONES
GILLIAN 15.2
BETSEY B. 10.6
DANA L. 5.4
25 little tips for big weight loss.
Do you want to give a kick start to your weight loss. Check out this list of easy weight-loss hints to get you back on track.
Article from WW.com by Karen Hammonds
Feel like you need a boost? Perhaps you've hit a plateau? Now is the perfect time to take stock of your life and to make some long-overdue changes. But adjusting eating and exercise habits can seem so daunting, it's no wonder that some of us never make it beyond the first day! So what's the best way to get started?
The surest way to succeed is making small changes. Think in terms of manageable baby steps, like swapping the half-and-half in your morning coffee for fat-free or low-fat milk. There are lots of little changes you can make — in your food plan and daily routine — that will add up to a lot of weight loss over the long haul.
Take a look at our 25 tips below for eating healthfully, fitting exercise into your busy day and revamping your daily routine. Start by picking five changes that you're sure you can tackle and practice them this week. Then try another five next week (click the 'print' link above to print this out for easy reference).
Not every idea is right for everyone, so experiment and see what works for you. Lots of little changes can yield big weight-loss results—and a healthier new you!
1. Good things come in small packages
Here's a trick for staying satisfied without consuming large portions: Chop high-calorie foods like cheese and chocolate into smaller pieces. It will seem like you're getting more than you actually are.
2. Get "water-wise"
Make a habit of reaching for a glass of water instead of a high-fat snack. It will help your overall health as well as your waistline. So drink up! Add some zest to your six to eight glasses a day with a twist of lemon or lime.
3. Herb it up
Stock up your spice rack, and start growing a small herb garden in your kitchen window. Spices and herbs add fantastic flavor to foods without adding fat or calories.
4. Slim down your soup
Make a big batch of soup and refrigerate it before you eat it. As it cools, the fat will rise to the top and can be skimmed off the surface.
5. Doggie-bag that dinner
At restaurants that you know serve large portions, ask the waiter to put half of your main course in a take-home box before bringing it to your table. Putting the food away before you start your meal will help you practice portion control.
6. Listen to your cravings
If you're craving something sweet, eat something sweet — just opt for a healthier nosh (like fruit) instead of a high-calorie one like ice cream. The same goes for crunchy cravings—for example, try air-popped popcorn instead of high-fat chips. It's just smart substitution!
7. Ease your way into produce
If you're new to eating lots of fruits and vegetables, start slowly. Just add them to the foods you already enjoy. Pile salad veggies into your sandwiches, or add fruit to your cereal.
8. Look for high-fat hints
Want an easy way to identify high-calorie meals? Keep an eye out for these words: au gratin, parmigiana, tempura, alfredo, creamy and carbonara, and enjoy them in moderation.
9. Don't multi-task while you eat
If you're working, reading or watching TV while you eat, you won't be paying attention to what's going into your mouth—and you won't be enjoying every bite. Today, every time you have a meal, sit down. Chew slowly and pay attention to flavors and textures. You'll enjoy your food more and eat less.
10. Taste something new
Broaden your food repertoire — you may find you like more healthy foods than you knew. Try a new fruit or vegetable (ever had plantain, bak choy, starfruit or papaya?).
11. Leave something on your plate at every meal
One bite of bagel, half your sandwich, the bun from your burger. See if you still feel satisfied eating just a bit less.
12. Get to know your portion sizes
It's easy to underestimate how much you're eating. Today, don't just estimate things — make sure. Ask how much is in a serving, read the fine print on labels, measure your food. And learn portion equivalents: One serving of pasta, for instance, should be around the size of a tennis ball.
13. Don't give up dips
If you love creamy dips and sauces, don't cut them out of your food plan completely. Just use low-fat soft cheese and mayo instead of the full fat stuff.
14. Make a healthy substitution
Learn to swap healthier foods for their less-healthy counterparts. Today, find a substitution that works for you: Use skim or low-fat milk instead of whole milk; try whole-wheat bread instead of white.
15. Bring lunch to work tomorrow
Packing lunch will help you control your portion sizes. It also provides a good alternative to restaurants and takeaways, where making healthy choices every day can be challenging (not to mention expensive).
16. Have some dessert
You don't have to deny yourself all the time. Have a treat that brings you pleasure, but this time enjoy it guilt-free be — sure you're practicing portion control, and compensate for your indulgence by exercising a little more or by skipping your afternoon snack.
17. Ask for what you need
Tell your mother-in-law you don't want seconds. Ask your other half to stop bringing you chocolates. Speak up for the place with great salads when your co-workers are picking a restaurant for lunch. Whatever you need to do to succeed at weight loss, ask for it — make yourself a priority and assert yourself.
18. Improve your treadmill technique
When walking on a treadmill, don't grip the rails. It's fine to touch them for balance, but you shouldn't have to hold on. If you do, that might be a signal you should lower the intensity level.
19. Simon says... get fit
Here's an easy way to fit in exercise with your kids: Buy a set of 1 lb weights and play a round of Simon Says—you do it with the weights, they do it without. They'll love it!
20. Make the most of your walks
If your walking routine has become too easy, increase your effort by finding hills. Just be sure to tackle them at the beginning of your walk, when you have energy to spare.
21. Shop 'til you drop...pounds!
Add a workout to your shopping sessions by walking around the mall before your start spending. And try walking up the escalator — getting to your destination faster will be an added bonus.
22. Walk an extra 100 steps at work
Adding even a little extra exercise to your daily routine can boost your weight loss. Today, take the stairs instead of the elevator, or stroll down the hall to talk to a co-worker instead of sending an email or calling.
23. Brush your teeth after every meal and snack
This will be a signal to your mouth — and your mind — that it's time to stop eating. Brushing will also give your mouth a nice fresh taste that you'll be disinclined to ruin with a random chip. At work, keep a toothbrush with a cover and toothpaste in your desk drawer.
24. Clean your closet
First, it's great exercise. Second, it's an important step in changing your attitude. Get rid of all the clothes that make you look or feel bad. Throw out anything that's too big — don't give yourself the option of ever fitting into those clothes again. Move the smaller clothes up to the front to help motivate you. Soon, you'll be fitting into those too-tight jeans you couldn't bear to part with.
25. Take your measurements
You might not like your stats now, but you'll be glad you wrote them down when you see how many inches you've lost. It's also another way to measure your success, instead of just looking at the scale. Sometimes even when the numbers on the scale aren't going down, the measurements on your body are.
Article from WW.com by Karen Hammonds
Feel like you need a boost? Perhaps you've hit a plateau? Now is the perfect time to take stock of your life and to make some long-overdue changes. But adjusting eating and exercise habits can seem so daunting, it's no wonder that some of us never make it beyond the first day! So what's the best way to get started?
The surest way to succeed is making small changes. Think in terms of manageable baby steps, like swapping the half-and-half in your morning coffee for fat-free or low-fat milk. There are lots of little changes you can make — in your food plan and daily routine — that will add up to a lot of weight loss over the long haul.
Take a look at our 25 tips below for eating healthfully, fitting exercise into your busy day and revamping your daily routine. Start by picking five changes that you're sure you can tackle and practice them this week. Then try another five next week (click the 'print' link above to print this out for easy reference).
Not every idea is right for everyone, so experiment and see what works for you. Lots of little changes can yield big weight-loss results—and a healthier new you!
1. Good things come in small packages
Here's a trick for staying satisfied without consuming large portions: Chop high-calorie foods like cheese and chocolate into smaller pieces. It will seem like you're getting more than you actually are.
2. Get "water-wise"
Make a habit of reaching for a glass of water instead of a high-fat snack. It will help your overall health as well as your waistline. So drink up! Add some zest to your six to eight glasses a day with a twist of lemon or lime.
3. Herb it up
Stock up your spice rack, and start growing a small herb garden in your kitchen window. Spices and herbs add fantastic flavor to foods without adding fat or calories.
4. Slim down your soup
Make a big batch of soup and refrigerate it before you eat it. As it cools, the fat will rise to the top and can be skimmed off the surface.
5. Doggie-bag that dinner
At restaurants that you know serve large portions, ask the waiter to put half of your main course in a take-home box before bringing it to your table. Putting the food away before you start your meal will help you practice portion control.
6. Listen to your cravings
If you're craving something sweet, eat something sweet — just opt for a healthier nosh (like fruit) instead of a high-calorie one like ice cream. The same goes for crunchy cravings—for example, try air-popped popcorn instead of high-fat chips. It's just smart substitution!
7. Ease your way into produce
If you're new to eating lots of fruits and vegetables, start slowly. Just add them to the foods you already enjoy. Pile salad veggies into your sandwiches, or add fruit to your cereal.
8. Look for high-fat hints
Want an easy way to identify high-calorie meals? Keep an eye out for these words: au gratin, parmigiana, tempura, alfredo, creamy and carbonara, and enjoy them in moderation.
9. Don't multi-task while you eat
If you're working, reading or watching TV while you eat, you won't be paying attention to what's going into your mouth—and you won't be enjoying every bite. Today, every time you have a meal, sit down. Chew slowly and pay attention to flavors and textures. You'll enjoy your food more and eat less.
10. Taste something new
Broaden your food repertoire — you may find you like more healthy foods than you knew. Try a new fruit or vegetable (ever had plantain, bak choy, starfruit or papaya?).
11. Leave something on your plate at every meal
One bite of bagel, half your sandwich, the bun from your burger. See if you still feel satisfied eating just a bit less.
12. Get to know your portion sizes
It's easy to underestimate how much you're eating. Today, don't just estimate things — make sure. Ask how much is in a serving, read the fine print on labels, measure your food. And learn portion equivalents: One serving of pasta, for instance, should be around the size of a tennis ball.
13. Don't give up dips
If you love creamy dips and sauces, don't cut them out of your food plan completely. Just use low-fat soft cheese and mayo instead of the full fat stuff.
14. Make a healthy substitution
Learn to swap healthier foods for their less-healthy counterparts. Today, find a substitution that works for you: Use skim or low-fat milk instead of whole milk; try whole-wheat bread instead of white.
15. Bring lunch to work tomorrow
Packing lunch will help you control your portion sizes. It also provides a good alternative to restaurants and takeaways, where making healthy choices every day can be challenging (not to mention expensive).
16. Have some dessert
You don't have to deny yourself all the time. Have a treat that brings you pleasure, but this time enjoy it guilt-free be — sure you're practicing portion control, and compensate for your indulgence by exercising a little more or by skipping your afternoon snack.
17. Ask for what you need
Tell your mother-in-law you don't want seconds. Ask your other half to stop bringing you chocolates. Speak up for the place with great salads when your co-workers are picking a restaurant for lunch. Whatever you need to do to succeed at weight loss, ask for it — make yourself a priority and assert yourself.
18. Improve your treadmill technique
When walking on a treadmill, don't grip the rails. It's fine to touch them for balance, but you shouldn't have to hold on. If you do, that might be a signal you should lower the intensity level.
19. Simon says... get fit
Here's an easy way to fit in exercise with your kids: Buy a set of 1 lb weights and play a round of Simon Says—you do it with the weights, they do it without. They'll love it!
20. Make the most of your walks
If your walking routine has become too easy, increase your effort by finding hills. Just be sure to tackle them at the beginning of your walk, when you have energy to spare.
21. Shop 'til you drop...pounds!
Add a workout to your shopping sessions by walking around the mall before your start spending. And try walking up the escalator — getting to your destination faster will be an added bonus.
22. Walk an extra 100 steps at work
Adding even a little extra exercise to your daily routine can boost your weight loss. Today, take the stairs instead of the elevator, or stroll down the hall to talk to a co-worker instead of sending an email or calling.
23. Brush your teeth after every meal and snack
This will be a signal to your mouth — and your mind — that it's time to stop eating. Brushing will also give your mouth a nice fresh taste that you'll be disinclined to ruin with a random chip. At work, keep a toothbrush with a cover and toothpaste in your desk drawer.
24. Clean your closet
First, it's great exercise. Second, it's an important step in changing your attitude. Get rid of all the clothes that make you look or feel bad. Throw out anything that's too big — don't give yourself the option of ever fitting into those clothes again. Move the smaller clothes up to the front to help motivate you. Soon, you'll be fitting into those too-tight jeans you couldn't bear to part with.
25. Take your measurements
You might not like your stats now, but you'll be glad you wrote them down when you see how many inches you've lost. It's also another way to measure your success, instead of just looking at the scale. Sometimes even when the numbers on the scale aren't going down, the measurements on your body are.
Monday, July 12, 2010
Margarita Pie
From: Robin (Tuesday, Ijamsville/Urbana) thank you!
Message: I made this pie on Sat. Was quite yummy. Maybe add to blogg next week. Not sure about the pretzel bottom-lot of work and was just okay.
recipes
Margarita Pie
POINTS® value | 4
Servings | 8
Preparation Time | 25 min
Cooking Time | 5 min
Level of Difficulty | Difficult
Desserts | Chill out on hot days with this frozen pie. The pretzel crust is a nice salty contrast to the tart lime filling.
Ingredients
2 1/3 oz pretzel(s), miniature twists (about 2 cups)
1 Tbsp sugar
2 Tbsp light butter, at room temperature
6 oz frozen limeade concentrate, slightly thawed
4 cup(s) light vanilla ice cream
1 1/2 oz tequila, about 3 tbsp
1/2 fl oz orange-flavored liqueur
1 tsp lime zest
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F. In a food processor or blender, process pretzels into crumbs; add sugar and pulse until combined. Add butter and mix well. With machine running, add 2 tablespoons of limeade concentrate; process until well-mixed.
Spoon mixture into an ungreased 9-inch pie plate. With back of a spoon, press mixture firmly into bottom and up sides of pan to form a pie shell. Bake until set, about 5 minutes; place in freezer for 10 minutes to cool.
Meanwhile, in a clean food processor or electric mixer, combine ice cream, remaining limeade concentrate, tequila and liqueur; process or mix until just blended. Spoon ice cream mixture into cooled pie shell and sprinkle with lime zest. Freeze for 2 hours before cutting into 8 pieces. Yields 1 slice per serving.
Message: I made this pie on Sat. Was quite yummy. Maybe add to blogg next week. Not sure about the pretzel bottom-lot of work and was just okay.
recipes
Margarita Pie
POINTS® value | 4
Servings | 8
Preparation Time | 25 min
Cooking Time | 5 min
Level of Difficulty | Difficult
Desserts | Chill out on hot days with this frozen pie. The pretzel crust is a nice salty contrast to the tart lime filling.
Ingredients
2 1/3 oz pretzel(s), miniature twists (about 2 cups)
1 Tbsp sugar
2 Tbsp light butter, at room temperature
6 oz frozen limeade concentrate, slightly thawed
4 cup(s) light vanilla ice cream
1 1/2 oz tequila, about 3 tbsp
1/2 fl oz orange-flavored liqueur
1 tsp lime zest
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F. In a food processor or blender, process pretzels into crumbs; add sugar and pulse until combined. Add butter and mix well. With machine running, add 2 tablespoons of limeade concentrate; process until well-mixed.
Spoon mixture into an ungreased 9-inch pie plate. With back of a spoon, press mixture firmly into bottom and up sides of pan to form a pie shell. Bake until set, about 5 minutes; place in freezer for 10 minutes to cool.
Meanwhile, in a clean food processor or electric mixer, combine ice cream, remaining limeade concentrate, tequila and liqueur; process or mix until just blended. Spoon ice cream mixture into cooled pie shell and sprinkle with lime zest. Freeze for 2 hours before cutting into 8 pieces. Yields 1 slice per serving.
Friday, July 9, 2010
Waldorf Salad
Waldorf salad (Thank you Linda and Greg, Frederick, Friday)
POINTS® value | 2
Servings | 6
Side Dishes |
Ingredients
2 cup(s) apple(s)
1 1/2 tsp fresh lemon juice
1/3 cup(s) celery
1/2 cup(s) raisins
3 Tbsp walnut halves
1/3 cup(s) fat-free vanilla yogurt
1/4 cup(s) fat-free whipped topping
1/2 tsp raw lemon peel
1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
Instructions
mix first 5 ingredients together. Combine yogurt, whipped topping, lemon peel, and nutmeg. Pour over apple mixture
POINTS® value | 2
Servings | 6
Side Dishes |
Ingredients
2 cup(s) apple(s)
1 1/2 tsp fresh lemon juice
1/3 cup(s) celery
1/2 cup(s) raisins
3 Tbsp walnut halves
1/3 cup(s) fat-free vanilla yogurt
1/4 cup(s) fat-free whipped topping
1/2 tsp raw lemon peel
1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
Instructions
mix first 5 ingredients together. Combine yogurt, whipped topping, lemon peel, and nutmeg. Pour over apple mixture
No cook recipes for the summer
If you can't stand the heat... try these deliciously simple ideas.
Too hot to cook? No sweat! With these easy meals, you don't have to go near the oven, the stove, or even the microwave. Each serves two, but double or triple the recipes as you wish.
From WW.com
Cantaloupe Soup with Basil and Crab
Puree 2 cups cubed cantaloupe with 1/2 cup mango nectar. Pour the mixture into a large bowl and stir in 1 small shallot, minced; 6 basil leaves, shredded; 3 dashes hot pepper sauce; and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Chill at least 2 hours. Top each serving with 3 ounces cooked lump crab meat, picked over for shell and cartilage.
Serving size: 1 1/4 cups
POINTS® value: 3
Cranberry-Nut Turkey Roll Ups
Spread two medium low-fat whole-wheat tortillas each with 1 tablespoon whole-berry cranberry sauce and 1 tablespoon fat-free mayonnaise. Top each with 3 ounces thickly sliced deli turkey breast, 1 leaf romaine lettuce, and 1 teaspoon chopped pecans. Roll up and serve.
POINTS value: 4
Bombay Tuna Salad
Drain a 6-ounce can of chunk white tuna packed in water and place in a bowl. Mix with 1/4-cup fat-free mayonnaise; 1 celery stalk, thinly sliced; 2 tablespoons minced red onion; 2 tablespoons sliced almonds; 2 tablespoons golden raisins; 2 teaspoons curry powder; 2 teaspoons lemon juice; and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Place a bed of Boston or Bibb lettuce on each of two plates and divide tuna between them.
POINTS value: 4
Melon and Berries with Poppyseed Dressing
Combine 1 cup diced watermelon, seeded or seedless; 1 cup diced honeydew melon; 1 cup sliced strawberries; and 1 cup raspberries. Toss with 1/4-cup bottled low-fat poppy seed dressing. Serve over 1/2 cup 1% low-fat cottage cheese.
Serving size: 2 cups
POINTS value: 5
Ceviche
Toss 4 ounces sea scallops, thinly sliced, and 4 ounces skinned red snapper filet, diced, with 1/2 cup fresh lime juice in a medium glass bowl. Cover and refrigerate until the fish becomes opaque, about 1 hour. Drain, then toss with 1 large tomato, diced; 1/2 medium avocado, pitted, peeled, and diced; 1 small red onion, minced; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 3 dashes hot pepper sauce; salt to taste; and ground pepper to taste. Serve immediately, cold, on a bed of shredded iceberg lettuce. NOTE: Ask for sushi-grade fish at your market.
Serving size: 1 cup
POINTS value: 5
Chunky Roast Chicken Slaw
Pull 6 ounces of white meat off a store-bought roast chicken. Mix with 1 small Napa cabbage, finely shredded; 1 Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored, and shredded; 1 celery stalk, thinly sliced; 1 small shallot, minced; and 1/4-cup low-fat ranch dressing.
Serving size: 2 cups
POINTS value: 5
Two Bean Chili Salad with Smoked Chicken
Drain and rinse one 14 1/2-ounce can French-style green beans and place them in a large bowl. Toss with 1 cup canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed; 6 ounces chopped store-bought smoked chicken breast; 1 tablespoon cider vinegar; 2 teaspoons chili powder; 2 teaspoons olive oil; salt to taste; and ground pepper to taste.
Serving size: 1 1/2 cups
POINTS value: 6
Thai Summer Rolls
Soak 6 Thai rice paper wrappers (available in the Asian aisle of most supermarkets) in warm water until soft, about 10 seconds. Lay them flat on your work surface and top each with 1 large cooked cocktail shrimp (about 1 ounce), 2 cucumber slices, 2 tablespoons shredded carrot, 1 tablespoon minced scallion (green part only), and 1/2 teaspoon hoisin sauce. Roll to seal in the filling; serve immediately or wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate 1 hour.
Serving size: 3 rolls
POINTS value: 4
Mozzarella and Tomato
Thinly slice two large beefsteak tomatoes. Layer the slices with 4 ounces thinly sliced part-skim mozzarella and 12 basil leaves. Sprinkle the stacks with 2 teaspoons aged balsamic vinegar and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
Serving size: 1 1/2 cups
POINTS value: 4
Optional: Accompany each serving with 4 ounces cooked large shrimp, drizzled with a splash of white wine vinegar.
POINTS value: 6
Chef's Orchard Salad
Place 1 1/2 cups mixed greens on each of two plates. Top each set of greens with 1/2 peach, pitted and thinly sliced; 1/4-cup blueberries; 1/4-cup small red seedless grapes; 3 ounces thinly-sliced deli roast beef; and 2 tablespoons bottled fat-free vinaigrette. POINTS value: 5
Too hot to cook? No sweat! With these easy meals, you don't have to go near the oven, the stove, or even the microwave. Each serves two, but double or triple the recipes as you wish.
From WW.com
Cantaloupe Soup with Basil and Crab
Puree 2 cups cubed cantaloupe with 1/2 cup mango nectar. Pour the mixture into a large bowl and stir in 1 small shallot, minced; 6 basil leaves, shredded; 3 dashes hot pepper sauce; and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Chill at least 2 hours. Top each serving with 3 ounces cooked lump crab meat, picked over for shell and cartilage.
Serving size: 1 1/4 cups
POINTS® value: 3
Cranberry-Nut Turkey Roll Ups
Spread two medium low-fat whole-wheat tortillas each with 1 tablespoon whole-berry cranberry sauce and 1 tablespoon fat-free mayonnaise. Top each with 3 ounces thickly sliced deli turkey breast, 1 leaf romaine lettuce, and 1 teaspoon chopped pecans. Roll up and serve.
POINTS value: 4
Bombay Tuna Salad
Drain a 6-ounce can of chunk white tuna packed in water and place in a bowl. Mix with 1/4-cup fat-free mayonnaise; 1 celery stalk, thinly sliced; 2 tablespoons minced red onion; 2 tablespoons sliced almonds; 2 tablespoons golden raisins; 2 teaspoons curry powder; 2 teaspoons lemon juice; and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Place a bed of Boston or Bibb lettuce on each of two plates and divide tuna between them.
POINTS value: 4
Melon and Berries with Poppyseed Dressing
Combine 1 cup diced watermelon, seeded or seedless; 1 cup diced honeydew melon; 1 cup sliced strawberries; and 1 cup raspberries. Toss with 1/4-cup bottled low-fat poppy seed dressing. Serve over 1/2 cup 1% low-fat cottage cheese.
Serving size: 2 cups
POINTS value: 5
Ceviche
Toss 4 ounces sea scallops, thinly sliced, and 4 ounces skinned red snapper filet, diced, with 1/2 cup fresh lime juice in a medium glass bowl. Cover and refrigerate until the fish becomes opaque, about 1 hour. Drain, then toss with 1 large tomato, diced; 1/2 medium avocado, pitted, peeled, and diced; 1 small red onion, minced; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 3 dashes hot pepper sauce; salt to taste; and ground pepper to taste. Serve immediately, cold, on a bed of shredded iceberg lettuce. NOTE: Ask for sushi-grade fish at your market.
Serving size: 1 cup
POINTS value: 5
Chunky Roast Chicken Slaw
Pull 6 ounces of white meat off a store-bought roast chicken. Mix with 1 small Napa cabbage, finely shredded; 1 Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored, and shredded; 1 celery stalk, thinly sliced; 1 small shallot, minced; and 1/4-cup low-fat ranch dressing.
Serving size: 2 cups
POINTS value: 5
Two Bean Chili Salad with Smoked Chicken
Drain and rinse one 14 1/2-ounce can French-style green beans and place them in a large bowl. Toss with 1 cup canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed; 6 ounces chopped store-bought smoked chicken breast; 1 tablespoon cider vinegar; 2 teaspoons chili powder; 2 teaspoons olive oil; salt to taste; and ground pepper to taste.
Serving size: 1 1/2 cups
POINTS value: 6
Thai Summer Rolls
Soak 6 Thai rice paper wrappers (available in the Asian aisle of most supermarkets) in warm water until soft, about 10 seconds. Lay them flat on your work surface and top each with 1 large cooked cocktail shrimp (about 1 ounce), 2 cucumber slices, 2 tablespoons shredded carrot, 1 tablespoon minced scallion (green part only), and 1/2 teaspoon hoisin sauce. Roll to seal in the filling; serve immediately or wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate 1 hour.
Serving size: 3 rolls
POINTS value: 4
Mozzarella and Tomato
Thinly slice two large beefsteak tomatoes. Layer the slices with 4 ounces thinly sliced part-skim mozzarella and 12 basil leaves. Sprinkle the stacks with 2 teaspoons aged balsamic vinegar and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
Serving size: 1 1/2 cups
POINTS value: 4
Optional: Accompany each serving with 4 ounces cooked large shrimp, drizzled with a splash of white wine vinegar.
POINTS value: 6
Chef's Orchard Salad
Place 1 1/2 cups mixed greens on each of two plates. Top each set of greens with 1/2 peach, pitted and thinly sliced; 1/4-cup blueberries; 1/4-cup small red seedless grapes; 3 ounces thinly-sliced deli roast beef; and 2 tablespoons bottled fat-free vinaigrette. POINTS value: 5
Sour Cream and Roasted Red Peppers Dip
POINTS® Value: 1
Servings: 10
Preparation Time: 8 min
Cooking Time: 0 min
Level of Difficulty: Easy
Works with Simply Filling
Whip up this dip in under ten minutes. It's fresh tasting and flavorful — just right for summer soirees.
Ingredients
15 oz roasted red peppers, packed in water, drained (about 2 cups)
1 cup(s) fat-free sour cream
1/2 cup(s) basil, fresh
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp table salt, or to taste
1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground, or to taste
2 tsp cilantro, fresh, finely chopped
Instructions
In a blender, combine roasted peppers, sour cream, basil and garlic powder; puree until smooth. Season to taste with salt and black pepper; garnish with cilantro. Yields about 1/4 cup per serving.
Notes
This flavorful dip is perfect for company yet simple enough — and light enough — to be enjoyed on a regular basis. Serve it with toasted pita wedges, whole grain crackers or fresh vegetable crudités (could affect POINTS values).
Servings: 10
Preparation Time: 8 min
Cooking Time: 0 min
Level of Difficulty: Easy
Works with Simply Filling
Whip up this dip in under ten minutes. It's fresh tasting and flavorful — just right for summer soirees.
Ingredients
15 oz roasted red peppers, packed in water, drained (about 2 cups)
1 cup(s) fat-free sour cream
1/2 cup(s) basil, fresh
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp table salt, or to taste
1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground, or to taste
2 tsp cilantro, fresh, finely chopped
Instructions
In a blender, combine roasted peppers, sour cream, basil and garlic powder; puree until smooth. Season to taste with salt and black pepper; garnish with cilantro. Yields about 1/4 cup per serving.
Notes
This flavorful dip is perfect for company yet simple enough — and light enough — to be enjoyed on a regular basis. Serve it with toasted pita wedges, whole grain crackers or fresh vegetable crudités (could affect POINTS values).
CELEBRATIONS JULY 3/JULY 10
ELLICOTT CITY
5% GOAL
LISA B.
ANN W.
MOUNT AIRY, MONDAY
5% GOAL
VICKY
OTHER MILESTONES
ARLENE S. 27
ANITA W. 26.2
JESSICA 20.6
ELDERSBURG
5% GOAL
KURT
MARY D.
OTHER MILESTONES
DEBBIE A. 27.4
VALLI 17.4
ANITA B. 15
WELLPOINT
KAREN 50 LBS!!!
OPTUM HEALTH
5% GOAL
STEPHANIE B.
OTHER MILESTONES
MARIA 16.2
TAMMY 15.8
LELIA 15.4
IJAMSVILLE
5% GOAL
TERRI
OTHER MILESTONES
LORI D. 42.6
DORINDA 36.2
LARRY M. 27.2
RITA W. 5.8
MOUNT AIRY, WEDNESDAY
5% GOAL
LISA G.
OTHER MILESTONES
JOAN H. 41.2
LENORA 40.8
KAREN R. 15.8
BILLIE 15.4
VERIZON WIRELESS
5% GOAL
TRACEE
HEALTH STREAM
10% GOAL
ALICIA D.
OTHER MILESTONES
CAROL P. 44
KAREN S. 15.6
GERI 5
CHAIRMAINE 16 WEEKS AND 30.2
WELLS FARGO
GREAT WEIGHT LOSS TEAM: 22.2 LBS!!!
BECHTEL
LINDA 6.6
SUSAN B. 7
CECILE K. 5.8
SHEILA T. 5.8
FREDERICK, FRIDAY
10& GOAL
ASHLEY
5% GOAL
RENEE B.
OTHER MILESTONES
JACQUE 46
RENEE B. 11
SANDRA B. 10.6
5% GOAL
LISA B.
ANN W.
MOUNT AIRY, MONDAY
5% GOAL
VICKY
OTHER MILESTONES
ARLENE S. 27
ANITA W. 26.2
JESSICA 20.6
ELDERSBURG
5% GOAL
KURT
MARY D.
OTHER MILESTONES
DEBBIE A. 27.4
VALLI 17.4
ANITA B. 15
WELLPOINT
KAREN 50 LBS!!!
OPTUM HEALTH
5% GOAL
STEPHANIE B.
OTHER MILESTONES
MARIA 16.2
TAMMY 15.8
LELIA 15.4
IJAMSVILLE
5% GOAL
TERRI
OTHER MILESTONES
LORI D. 42.6
DORINDA 36.2
LARRY M. 27.2
RITA W. 5.8
MOUNT AIRY, WEDNESDAY
5% GOAL
LISA G.
OTHER MILESTONES
JOAN H. 41.2
LENORA 40.8
KAREN R. 15.8
BILLIE 15.4
VERIZON WIRELESS
5% GOAL
TRACEE
HEALTH STREAM
10% GOAL
ALICIA D.
OTHER MILESTONES
CAROL P. 44
KAREN S. 15.6
GERI 5
CHAIRMAINE 16 WEEKS AND 30.2
WELLS FARGO
GREAT WEIGHT LOSS TEAM: 22.2 LBS!!!
BECHTEL
LINDA 6.6
SUSAN B. 7
CECILE K. 5.8
SHEILA T. 5.8
FREDERICK, FRIDAY
10& GOAL
ASHLEY
5% GOAL
RENEE B.
OTHER MILESTONES
JACQUE 46
RENEE B. 11
SANDRA B. 10.6
Thursday, July 8, 2010
Fruits and Vegetables and Type 2 Diabetes
Hello winners,
I was reading this article today and I find that you will find it as interesting as I do. Take a few minutes to ready it and don't forget to do the challenge of this week.
Diana
Type Two Diabetic Diet Type Two Diabetic Diet Guide - Eat Well - Feel Well - Live Well!
OpenSourceFood.com/--Diabetic-Diet
Why We Need to Eat Fruits and Vegetables
By: Nelson Roque
We all know that fruits and vegetables are an important part of our diet, yet most people continue to struggle when it comes to getting the recommended five servings of fruits and vegetables each day. The National Cancer Institute’s campaign to eat at least five servings per day has done nothing to implement this in our doctor’s offices or schools.
If you eat one more fruit and one more vegetable each day (this is probably double what you are eating now) I can promise you that your health will improve. You will feel better. You will have more energy, less fatigue, fewer allergies and fewer headaches. Fruits and vegetables provide water, fiber, and lots of nutrients for many different functions in the body.
Eating five servings of colorful fruits and vegetables a day is important because deeply hued fruits and vegetables provide the wide range of vitamins, minerals, fiber, and phytochemicals your body needs to maintain good.
The benefits of eating fruits and vegetables are endless, some of the benefits include:
- Lower risk of some cancers
- Healthy memory function
- Healthy urinary tract
- Healthy aging
- Healthy vision
- Healthy heart
- Healthy cholesterol levels
- Healthy immune system
- Strong bones and teeth
Choose the Colors of Health
It’s all about color – blue/purple, green, white, yellow/orange, and red – and the power of colorful fruits and vegetables to promote good health. So when you're grocery shopping, planning your meals or dining out, think color.
Blue/purple - Beat the Effects of Aging
Blue/purple fruits and vegetables contain varying amounts of health-promoting phytochemicals such as anthocyanins and phenolics, currently being studied for their antioxidant and anti-aging benefits.
Green - Go Green. Go Healthy
Green fruits and vegetables contain varying amounts of potent phytochemicals such as lutein and indoles, which interest researchers because of their potential antioxidant, health-promoting benefits.
White - White for Wellness
White, tan, and brown fruits and vegetables contain varying amounts of phytochemicals of interest to scientists. These include allicin, found in the onion family.
Yellow/orange - Powerful Antioxidants
Orange and yellow fruits and vegetables contain varying amounts of antioxidants such as vitamin C as well as carotenoids and bioflavonoids, two classes of phytochemicals that scientists are studying for their health-promoting potential.
Red - Red-hot and Healthy
The specific phytochemicals in the red group being studied for their health-promoting properties include lycopene and anthocyanins.
I was reading this article today and I find that you will find it as interesting as I do. Take a few minutes to ready it and don't forget to do the challenge of this week.
Diana
Type Two Diabetic Diet Type Two Diabetic Diet Guide - Eat Well - Feel Well - Live Well!
OpenSourceFood.com/--Diabetic-Diet
Why We Need to Eat Fruits and Vegetables
By: Nelson Roque
We all know that fruits and vegetables are an important part of our diet, yet most people continue to struggle when it comes to getting the recommended five servings of fruits and vegetables each day. The National Cancer Institute’s campaign to eat at least five servings per day has done nothing to implement this in our doctor’s offices or schools.
If you eat one more fruit and one more vegetable each day (this is probably double what you are eating now) I can promise you that your health will improve. You will feel better. You will have more energy, less fatigue, fewer allergies and fewer headaches. Fruits and vegetables provide water, fiber, and lots of nutrients for many different functions in the body.
Eating five servings of colorful fruits and vegetables a day is important because deeply hued fruits and vegetables provide the wide range of vitamins, minerals, fiber, and phytochemicals your body needs to maintain good.
The benefits of eating fruits and vegetables are endless, some of the benefits include:
- Lower risk of some cancers
- Healthy memory function
- Healthy urinary tract
- Healthy aging
- Healthy vision
- Healthy heart
- Healthy cholesterol levels
- Healthy immune system
- Strong bones and teeth
Choose the Colors of Health
It’s all about color – blue/purple, green, white, yellow/orange, and red – and the power of colorful fruits and vegetables to promote good health. So when you're grocery shopping, planning your meals or dining out, think color.
Blue/purple - Beat the Effects of Aging
Blue/purple fruits and vegetables contain varying amounts of health-promoting phytochemicals such as anthocyanins and phenolics, currently being studied for their antioxidant and anti-aging benefits.
Green - Go Green. Go Healthy
Green fruits and vegetables contain varying amounts of potent phytochemicals such as lutein and indoles, which interest researchers because of their potential antioxidant, health-promoting benefits.
White - White for Wellness
White, tan, and brown fruits and vegetables contain varying amounts of phytochemicals of interest to scientists. These include allicin, found in the onion family.
Yellow/orange - Powerful Antioxidants
Orange and yellow fruits and vegetables contain varying amounts of antioxidants such as vitamin C as well as carotenoids and bioflavonoids, two classes of phytochemicals that scientists are studying for their health-promoting potential.
Red - Red-hot and Healthy
The specific phytochemicals in the red group being studied for their health-promoting properties include lycopene and anthocyanins.
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(ArticlesBase SC #105956)
Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/ - Why We Need to Eat Fruits and Vegetables
We all know that fruits and vegetables are an important part of our diet, yet most people continue to struggle when it comes to getting the recommended five servings of fruits and vegetables each day. The National Cancer Institute’s campaign to eat at least five servings per day has done nothing to implement this in our doctor’s offices or schools.
If you eat one more fruit and one more vegetable each day (this is probably double what you are eating now) I can promise you that your health will improve. You will feel better. You will have more energy, less fatigue, fewer allergies and fewer headaches. Fruits and vegetables provide water, fiber, and lots of nutrients for many different functions in the body.
Eating five servings of colorful fruits and vegetables a day is important because deeply hued fruits and vegetables provide the wide range of vitamins, minerals, fiber, and phytochemicals your body needs to maintain good.
The benefits of eating fruits and vegetables are endless, some of the benefits include:
- Lower risk of some cancers
- Healthy memory function
- Healthy urinary tract
- Healthy aging
- Healthy vision
- Healthy heart
- Healthy cholesterol levels
- Healthy immune system
- Strong bones and teeth
Choose the Colors of Health
It’s all about color – blue/purple, green, white, yellow/orange, and red – and the power of colorful fruits and vegetables to promote good health. So when you're grocery shopping, planning your meals or dining out, think color.
Blue/purple - Beat the Effects of Aging
Blue/purple fruits and vegetables contain varying amounts of health-promoting phytochemicals such as anthocyanins and phenolics, currently being studied for their antioxidant and anti-aging benefits.
Green - Go Green. Go Healthy
Green fruits and vegetables contain varying amounts of potent phytochemicals such as lutein and indoles, which interest researchers because of their potential antioxidant, health-promoting benefits.
White - White for Wellness
White, tan, and brown fruits and vegetables contain varying amounts of phytochemicals of interest to scientists. These include allicin, found in the onion family.
Yellow/orange - Powerful Antioxidants
Orange and yellow fruits and vegetables contain varying amounts of antioxidants such as vitamin C as well as carotenoids and bioflavonoids, two classes of phytochemicals that scientists are studying for their health-promoting potential.
Red - Red-hot and Healthy
The specific phytochemicals in the red group being studied for their health-promoting properties include lycopene and anthocyanins.
Saturday, July 3, 2010
DECLARATION OF THINDEPENDENCE
DECLARATION OF THINDEPENDANCE
I HAVE A RIGHT TO BE THIN.
I HAVE A RIGHT TO AN ACTIVE LIFESTYLE.
I HAVE A RIGHT TO SAY “NO”.
I HAVE A RIGHT TO FEEL GOOD.
I HAVE A RIGHT TO TAKE CARE OF MYSELF.
I HAVEA RIGHT TO MAKE SENSIBLE CHOICES.
I HAVE A RIGHT TO BE THIN FROM WITHIN.
I HAVE A RIGHT TO BE THIN.
I HAVE A RIGHT TO AN ACTIVE LIFESTYLE.
I HAVE A RIGHT TO SAY “NO”.
I HAVE A RIGHT TO FEEL GOOD.
I HAVE A RIGHT TO TAKE CARE OF MYSELF.
I HAVEA RIGHT TO MAKE SENSIBLE CHOICES.
I HAVE A RIGHT TO BE THIN FROM WITHIN.
CELEBRATIONS JUNE 26/JULY 3
LET'S CELEBRATE THE THINDEPENDENDENCE OF THIS MEMBERS.
ELLICOTT CITY
10% GOAL
LINDA R.
5% GOAL
DONNA
BARBARA
OTHER MILESTONES
ANN E. 36
BARBARA Z. 15
FREDERICK, SUNDAY
5% GOAL
BEVERLY W.
JASMINE N.
LEN R.
RAEJEAN
OTHER MILESTONES
CINDAY 45.6
SARAH D. 40.6
JILL 26.6
JOHNS HOPKINS-APL
5% GOAL
KIMBERLEY D.
OTHER CELEBRATIONS
PETER 7.8
SANDY SPRING BANK
KAREN T.
16 WEEKS ATTENDANCE CHARM AND 23 LBS
MOUNT AIRY, MONDAY
25 LBS GOAL
ANITA W.
OTHER MILESTONES
CHARLES 7.6
ELDERSBURG
10% GOAL
DONNA T.
25 LBS GOAL
PATTY S.
KATHY H.
OTHER MILESTONES
LISANNE F. 31.8
LAURA E. 15
KURT 12.4
PATTY H. 11
CHRISTINE H. 5
16 WEEKS ATTENDANCE
GEORGIA
WELLPOINT
10% GOAL
JANE
OTHER MILESTONES
KAREN 45+
RICHARD 45
MARICH 20.6
OPTUM HEALTH
TERRY 16.4
KATHLEEN 10.6
MOUNT AIRY, WEDNESDAY
50 LBS GOAL
KATHY B.
OTHER MILESTONES
ALLEN 41.6
BARBARA W. 16.6
STACI 15.2
VERIZON WIRELESS
KUDOS TO DIONNE FOR BEING AN INSPIRATION.
GREAT JOB TAWANDA!
HEALTH STREAM
10% GOAL
BETH V.
OTHER MILESTONES
CAROL J. 15.8
ALLAN 5.6
BECHTEL
5% GOAL
IDA
OTHER MILESTONES
TRACY W. 11.2
CLAUDIA 6.8
WELLS FARGO
MARESSA 60
SANDY 6.6
FREDERICK, FRIDAY
16 WEEKS ATTENDANCE
DIANE B.
MICKI C.
OTHER MILESTONES
TRACY L. 5.6
MELANIE 5.4
ELLICOTT CITY
10% GOAL
LINDA R.
5% GOAL
DONNA
BARBARA
OTHER MILESTONES
ANN E. 36
BARBARA Z. 15
FREDERICK, SUNDAY
5% GOAL
BEVERLY W.
JASMINE N.
LEN R.
RAEJEAN
OTHER MILESTONES
CINDAY 45.6
SARAH D. 40.6
JILL 26.6
JOHNS HOPKINS-APL
5% GOAL
KIMBERLEY D.
OTHER CELEBRATIONS
PETER 7.8
SANDY SPRING BANK
KAREN T.
16 WEEKS ATTENDANCE CHARM AND 23 LBS
MOUNT AIRY, MONDAY
25 LBS GOAL
ANITA W.
OTHER MILESTONES
CHARLES 7.6
ELDERSBURG
10% GOAL
DONNA T.
25 LBS GOAL
PATTY S.
KATHY H.
OTHER MILESTONES
LISANNE F. 31.8
LAURA E. 15
KURT 12.4
PATTY H. 11
CHRISTINE H. 5
16 WEEKS ATTENDANCE
GEORGIA
WELLPOINT
10% GOAL
JANE
OTHER MILESTONES
KAREN 45+
RICHARD 45
MARICH 20.6
OPTUM HEALTH
TERRY 16.4
KATHLEEN 10.6
MOUNT AIRY, WEDNESDAY
50 LBS GOAL
KATHY B.
OTHER MILESTONES
ALLEN 41.6
BARBARA W. 16.6
STACI 15.2
VERIZON WIRELESS
KUDOS TO DIONNE FOR BEING AN INSPIRATION.
GREAT JOB TAWANDA!
HEALTH STREAM
10% GOAL
BETH V.
OTHER MILESTONES
CAROL J. 15.8
ALLAN 5.6
BECHTEL
5% GOAL
IDA
OTHER MILESTONES
TRACY W. 11.2
CLAUDIA 6.8
WELLS FARGO
MARESSA 60
SANDY 6.6
FREDERICK, FRIDAY
16 WEEKS ATTENDANCE
DIANE B.
MICKI C.
OTHER MILESTONES
TRACY L. 5.6
MELANIE 5.4
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