December 6, 2011

Why Do I Exercise Regularly???

Lately I have been asked, "How do you stay motivated & consistently exercise on a regular basis?"  This is easy for me to answer, but I think it may surprise you.  With all the fitness modeling I have done and w/ the recent World Bikini Championships I participated in, one may think that I am motivated by looking good.  That all this exercise thing is about having the perfect body, the right curves, & one that can be admired by all to see.

I can honestly say that 90% of the time as I walk in the gym or get the motivation to work out, it is not for those reasons.  Exercising has been one of the biggest healers for me and continues to be each day.  Moving my body, getting the blood flowing, finishing a rep, or running just a little more when my mind says quit, reaffirms to me that I can do hard things each day!  Life throws many challenges, but through exercise (movement) we begin to open our souls to self respect, to self-esteem, to self discovery.  I don't feel motivated every day to put on my shoes and go for a run or put on my clothes and do a weight training workout.  There are days that I would rather sit and do nothing, or finish the work project that is in front of me.  But there has never been a time that after I pryed myself from work or off the couch that I regretted doing so!  There are many reasons for me to keep my body moving and to stay motivated.

I recognize my increased energy when my little girl asks me to dance w/ her and I do.  I recognize it when I am hiking in the beautiful mountains and realize that I can climb that peak and see all the beauty from above.  I recognize it when I can shovel snow for my sick neighbor and still have enough energy to do my own.  I recognize it when I want to try something new and I have enough confidence in my bodies ability to try it.  I recognize it when I am feeling down/depressed and nothing, but submerging myself in movement can bring me peace and calm in the mind.  I recognize it when my daughter asks me to go on a bike ride w/ her and I can say, "sure."  I recognize it when I have had a late night taking care of sick kiddos, but I have enough energy to still conquer the day.  I am grateful every day that I have this body that provides me with so much joy and allows me to serve, to love, and to explore and experience the beauty that is around me!

I know that I will continue to enjoy and develop an even deeper respect for this beautiful body of mine...not for man, but for myself and for the many more wonderful experiences of health that I will get to partake in.  I challenge each one of us to move a little more.  To take 3 days a week to do some type of movement, whether that be yoga, pilates, walking, biking, running, trying the new fitness class at the gym, or going to the library and picking up a work out video and doing it!!  One thing I can promise, you will not regret doing so!

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June 27, 2011

One Fear Conquered




I have been focusing a lot on what my fears are and some of the things I do to self sabotage myself!  I have decided to do something that is so big for me.  I am entering into the WBFF World Championships in Toronto, Canada, in August!
Let me explain why I would choose this as something to face and not sky diving or something like that.  A couple of my fears are:  judgment from those that are close to me and being in the spot light to show all my insecurities and imperfections.

Being in a fitness competition hits on all my insecurities and will help me develop the skills and mindset, I believe will help me in my quest for my personal best.  For me being in a fitness competition is not about being on stage, strutting my assets in a string bikini.  It isn't about limiting myself from healthy foods and starving myself.  It isn't about becoming a diva.  This isn't about dehydration 2 days before the event and then pigging out after I compete w/ ice cream, burgers and shakes.

Doing the WBFF shows is one of the biggest shows out there.  The best of the best come!  I know this and I know that I will have to put in the work to show my face amongst these inspiring athletes.  To me this is like investing in an education.  An education of discipline, poise, conquering your fears, "stick to itness", and putting your intention out there and letting it go, no matter the outcome.

I will be honoring and respecting my body by eating healthy foods that build muscle...veggies, fruits, lean protein and proper grains..not high fructose corn syrup bars and protein shakes or starvation.  I will be eating healthy while some around me may wonder why I am eating this way and why won't I have just a little sliver of cake. I will be learning how to walk and hold myself in control when everything inside me will want to run off the stage. I will be wearing a bikini that will highlight my hard work and the beautiful bodies that our Heavenly Father gave us.  Wearing a bikini on stage, while walking in a way I've never walked, seems like one of the scariest things for me.  Once again that fear of judgment, fear of showing all my imperfections, or perhaps the fear of being great and letting my light shine for others? I will be using my power of intention to keep my mind in a positive state of mind and then letting it go and not holding on to a certain outcome.  All of this is the perfect formula for standing head to head w/ my fears.  I have put in for a few local shows to opt out at the last minute due to excuses.  Once again self sabotaging and using excuses as my way out.  How many of us in our lives have a huge dream, but we find a way to get around it or make an excuse of why it didn't come to fruition?  Any of these sound familiar?
I was so busy this summer.
My kids were sick.
 I hurt my knee
 I ran out of time
 My in laws came to visit and I just had to entertain w/ cookies, white bread and of course I had to eat it. :)

I am ready to hit this head on and push the excuses out of my way.  I am ready to stand tall and make a committment and keep it, even if everything inside me says "No."  I am ready to be a light for others.  I am ready to go the extra mile and prove to myself first that Yes, I can do hard things.   I am ready to be an inspiration to others by letting my light shine and conquering my goals and by doing so, I then empower everyone around me to let their light shine!

I love the mission statement of the WBFF, it sums up how I feel.
"The desired public image of our company is to give athletes a venue in which they can compete, and be treated with the utmost professionalism. The key strategic influence is to promote health and fitness in a rapidly growing industry. Our target market is a health and fitness conscious individual who wants to embark on or develop a professional career within the health and fitness industry. Ultimately the WBFF seeks to raise a standard in bodybuilding, fitness, and modeling, and give athletes an unlimited opportunity. Our expectations are to promote our company, our athletes, and our sponsors to the best of our ability while becoming internationally known as a reputable and conscientious corporation."

I pray for your support, but even if I don't have it, I will succeed.  I pray for everyone today to do something that scares them.  I pray that we can use our minds to create a better tomorrow.  I pray we all can love ourselves as our Heavenly Father does.


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June 14, 2011

Healthy Desserts that will keep you slim with all the taste!


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May 5, 2011

Which is better P90X, Insanity or Rip 60?



So what's all the hype?  Which is better?  Are they all the same or is one more specific to me and my needs?

These questions come up all the time, let me give my candid answer to help you navigate to your best answer and choose the right product at the right price for you.

I personally choose......Rip 60!!  Let me tell you why. 
1. Training in the optimization zone, creates greater calorie burn and muscle activation
2. Any one can do this work out and see results.  The straps let you adjust your body weight to create the right leverage for your body
3. The 12 DVD's progress from week to week, ensuring you lean up from the inside out. 
4. The meal plan is not only going to help you loose weight, but the food choices will help stabilize your hormones for added energy, radiance, and glow!

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March 26, 2011

Body Heart Mind Soul Retreat in Costa Rica-May 2011










Come experience the best decision you will ever make!  Creating the body of your dreams, experiencing the longest zip line in the world, surfing on pristine beaches, eating and learning what foods will shape your perfect body, and  renewing your spirit and mind. 

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January 26, 2011

Rip 60! Get your Lean Muscle Body Today

I love this!  I am in all the work out videos.  The meal plan is created by me:  You will get the body you always dreamed of, by doing the work outs and eating the meal plan.  You can get the bikini body you have always wanted. http://www.rip60.com/

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Rip 60!

This is GSP on the Rip 60! I made the meal plan for this!  It is the best work out and everyone can do it. Go to http://www.rip60.com/

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January 24, 2011

Saying Good Bye

Thank you Jake LaLanne for setting a great example of health, fitness, and happiness.. I hope to carry the torch and continue to help people see how much is accomplished, how great can be their joy, if they live healthy, conscious lives.
Today I challenge everyone to be aware of what they put in their mouth.  Try to eat consciously and avoid anything with refined sugar (white sugar).  Bring on the joy!

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December 26, 2010

Are You Ready to Get FLAT ABS FAST?

Are you ready to get moving and "check back into life".  Here's a way to get Flat Abs FAST!

Check out my Fitness Video now available at Walmart!
(Which includes a Free 14-day membership to Gold's Gym, healthy eating guide, quick workouts, and more)



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Are You Ready to Get Into Your Skinny Jeans?

Check out my Fitness Video now Available at Wal-Mart! (which includes a FREE 14-day Gold's Gym Membership)




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August 26, 2010

Which Butter Is Best



The Pros & Cons of Butter, Margarine & Everything In Between!


The butter vs. margarine controversy has been raging since the 1930's. We all wonder which one is better for you. Or should you avoid it all together?

Through research there have been varying viewpoints. So to begin, I should tell you what Margarine is and what butter is.

Margarine: The word margarine came from the Greek for "pearl," because the original version was hard, white, and glossy. It also must have been less than appetizing, since it was made from beef fat, milk, and chopped sheep's stomachs and cows' udders, all treated with heat, lye, and pressure.

In its early years, margarine was a meat product which was dependent on the beef and dairy industries and whose main appeal was its low cost relative to butter. In this period, it was exclusively a food of the poor. In the early 1900s, food chemists discovered how to harden liquid oils by reacting them with hydrogen in the presence of metal catalysts and heat. Vegetable and fish oils then became raw materials for margarine, weakening its ties to the meat industry. Manufacturers bought up the cheapest oils they could find throughout the world, reduced them all to bland neutrality through chemical processing, and hardened them into margarine, which remained a food of the poor.

By the 1920s only vegetable oils went into the product, and over the next 30 years, busy food chemists using a host of chemical additives greatly improved the spreadability, appearance, and especially the flavor of margarine, always working toward the goal of greater resemblance to butter.

Butter: Butter is made from the cream that rises to the top if milk is allowed to sit for a time. Butter is made by churning cream. This causes a chemical reaction that causes the cream to harden slightly, giving it the buttery consistency.

Butter is all fat but contains some vitamin A, D, E and K.

I have taken 4 different kinds of butters to weigh out the health benefits, negative effects and which one is the best option.

Listed below, least to favorite.

Solid Margarine: Contains high amounts of hydrogenated oils & saturated fats. Hydrogenated oils and saturated fats can cause cancer, heart disease, and diabetes.
Imitation butter spray (I can't believe it's not butter): Contains low amounts of calories, but contains high amounts of man made chemicals.

Soft margarine or Smart Balance: It was designed as a healthier alternative to solid margarine. Lower in saturated fats and cholesterol, it was believed to be healthier than solid margarine & butter and it grew in popularity.

Solid Butter: It is made from the cream that rises to the top if milk is allowed to sit for a time. Butter is made by churning cream. It contains saturated fats, but also vitamins A, D, E and K.
Ultimately, I would avoid anything w/ hydrogenated oils or man made chemicals. Both create long term health impairments. But in the same light, I would not use butter regularly either. Butter contains high amounts of fat. If you must use butter, use in moderation. I would practice using light olive oil in your baking and giving up the practice of spreading your toast with butter. Opt for the healthier choice of almond butter or olive oil.

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August 25, 2010

Energy Foods



A Shopping List of Top Foods to Fuel Your Body


Tired. Drained. Pooped. No matter how you put it, you're beat and need to drum up some energy. You are not alone. Many people have trouble getting in gear in the morning, experience the afternoon slump, or just want to crash on the couch in the evening.

The exhaustion can be a constant problem for some folks. Fatigue is a common complaint associated with many factors. It is found in all populations and generally reported by more women than men. Sluggishness can be caused by many factors, but experts say poor nutrition is a big culprit. A well-balanced diet, on the other hand, can boost energy.

Food is truly our body's fuel. What we choose as our fuel is going to absolutely impact the performance of our bodies.

The best strategy is to eat small meals of energy-promoting foods several times throughout the day, rather than infrequently bingeing on huge meals (you also need to exercise, get enough sleep and control stress, but that's a whole different segment.) With that in mind, I offer you 6 foods that are guaranteed to charge your batteries and stave off the dreaded afternoon and early-evening head-nods.

1. Oatmeal: Don't forget the oatmeal ever! Start your day with oatmeal. This is an excellent healthy food that not only makes digestion easier but also stabilizes blood glucose level (because of its complex carbohydrates and fiber content). Fiber content in the oatmeal helps you to get a steady stream of energy. Oats also contain Vitamin B which helps transform carbohydrates into usable energy.

2. Almonds: Not all fats are created equal. Saturated fats such as butter and cheese tend to make you lethargic by lowering the amount of circulating oxygen in your bloodstream. Monounsaturated fats such as almonds provide essential fatty acids, known as omega-3s and omega-6s, that produce an alert mental state. Other healthy fats to include in your diet are avocados, seeds, nuts, olive oil, fish oil and canola oil. Of course, with the possible exception of fish oil, eat all of these in moderation

3. Lentils: Lentils provide both carbohydrates and protein, making them a great addition to any meal. They're also a great source of fiber--which translates to a slow release of glucose--as well as B vitamins, iron, magnesium, potassium, zinc, calcium and copper. And they're low in fat and calories to boot. If you don't eat beans often, start with a small portion or you'll experience the flatulence factor and end up dining alone. Some other good choices include navy beans, chickpeas and kidney beans.

4. Blue Berries: Blueberries are high in manganese, fiber andVitamin K. All these are great to reduce blood cholesterol level and improve condition of the heart. Blueberries are the number one antioxidants fruit. Antioxidants help to get rid of free radicals and balance the protein level.

5. Sardines: A lean protein food- contains an amino acid called tyrosine. This helps to improve mental function. Besides sardines, salmon (rich with omega 3 fatty acids) is also very good for health.

6. Chocolate: Not just a pick-me-up-in-the-love-moment for women, chocolate can elevate your energy levels by way of certain bioactive compounds such as tyramine and phenylethylamine, says a study in the Journal of Food Science. Chocolate has also been claimed to improve anemia, awaken the appetite, aid in digestion, improve longevity, and increase sexual appetite. Chocolate does contain sugar and caffeine along with fat and calories, so consume in moderation and, when possible, opt for dark chocolate, 70% or more, which has the fewest calories and the most antioxidants.

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Spring Clean & Detox Your Body


For Ways To Detox Your Body


There are a few simple steps we can all make that will detox our bodies, jump start our metabolisms, and help us feeling refreshed and ready to conquer our fitness and health goals.

1. Sweat at least once a day for a week. Go for a run, take a spin class, stretch in the steam room, and dance around your house until your body starts to sweat. Sweating helps clear clogged pores and eliminate toxins. It may also feel good and help start a new habit!

2. Eliminate white sugar from your diet for one week. White sugar (sucrose) is one of the most toxic chemicals in the body and it is also one of the most addicting. When you find that your body is constantly craving sweet food, you know you need a cleanse. Sugar is inflammatory in the body and decreases elasticity in the skin and drains your energy. Remove sugar for one week and you will see a more youthful appearance and renewed energy. Good tip: Throw out or give away all sweets in your home and in your drawers at work.

3. DRINK WATER! Most of us do not get enough water as it is. Make it a reminder to get enough each day for one week. Drink 64 oz. or more each day. Water helps eliminate toxins and flush out the inside of your body. I like to think that sweating and drinking water each day is like taking a bath for your insides. Most of us do not like to go more than one day without a shower. Our internal bodies do not like to go without an internal bath of exercise (sweating) and drinking water for more than one day as well. Good tip: Place a 32 oz water bottle in places you are going to be throughout the day. Tell yourself you have to drink at least half before you can go to the next spot. Refill bottles for the next day.

4. Do a daily scrub. As our bodies try to detox due to eliminating sugar, sweating, and drinking water it will eliminate out through the body via our skin. Scrub your skin each night in the shower with a shower scrub and then do a nice sesame oil rub after. While applying the sesame oil, rub in a circular motion around joints and the abdomen area. This will hydrate the skin and help you feel refreshed and renewed. This is an Ayurvedic tradition that has had years of success in healing fibromyalgia, arthritis, and aids in renewed energy.

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March 3, 2010

Does Drinking Diet Drinks really give you energy and help you loose weight?




With claims like "don't waste your work out," "healthy sustained energy," and the promise of a "shake for breakfast and lunch with a sensible dinner will help you loose weight," what diet drink do you choose?
The question to be asked is: Do these diet drinks (EAS, Slim Fast, Atkins, and Muscle Milk) do what they claim? Do they give you sustained energy all while helping you loose weight?
Studies conducted by the Mayo Clinic state that manufacturers of protein shakes may claim that their products decrease body fat or promote weight loss. But there is no evidence that this is true. Eating a source of protein as part of a meal or snack is a good idea. You'll likely feel satisfied longer, which means you're likely to consume fewer calories overall. Occasionally having a protein shake with added vitamins and minerals as a meal supplement is better than skipping a meal. However, these types of shakes — even if the labels shows added nutrients — do not replace all of the benefits of whole foods, such as fruits and vegetables.

Also, the down fall of these drinks is that nutritional supplements can be marketed without FDA approval of safety or effectiveness. Athletes who choose to ingest these supplements should be concerned with the safety of long-term use. They are low-nutrient, low-fiber, highly-processed, high-calorie "foods," whose consumption reduces the phytochemical density of your diet.

The diet drinks studied contain large amounts of protein. Ingesting more protein than your body needs is not a small matter. It ages you prematurely and can cause significant harm. The excess protein you do not use is not stored by your body as protein; it is converted to fat or eliminated via the kidneys. Eliminating excess nitrogen via your urine leaches calcium and other minerals from your bones and breeds kidney stones
Bottom Line:
By not consuming diet drinks you are saving money, saving your health by eating real foods versus processed foods, and you may cut back on fat/ meal. So if you are going for weight loss and increased energy there are better alternatives. Instead of purchasing a drink, grab a precut fruit bowl, a yogurt, string cheese and an apple, or grab a grilled chicken breast from the deli.
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March 1, 2010

Channel 5 TV segment "Diet Drink Controversy"

Watch Wed. the 3rd at 11:00 am  Channel 5...I am talking about the Diet Drink Controversy.  Do these diet drinks such as Slim Fast, EAS, and Muscle Milk really do what they claim?  Do they give you extra energy and help you loose weight?


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February 23, 2010

WHICH YOGURT? Healthy vs. More like a Dessert



As your grocery shopping and come across all the different yogurts, which one do you choose? Weight Watchers claims to "widdle your waist line," while Activia promises to "promote great digestion and health." Yoplait says it "tastes great all while helping you fit into that smaller size jean." With so many choices, no wonder consumers are confused!

Doing a little research and taste sampling, I was able to take some of the most popular brands and compare them against one another.
I compared them with:
• sugar content
• fat content
• ingredients
• taste.

My sample consisted of:
1. Yoplait
2. Dannon
3. Danon Light & Fit
4. Weight Watchers
5. Activia
6. Wallaby
7. Greek Gods
8. Brown Cow
So which ones should you buy for health purposes?



Wallaby, Greek Gods, and Brown Cow all had the best ingredients - or should I say less ingredients. They were not weighed down with artificial flavorings, chemicals such as yellow #5 or blue #1. Why start putting chemicals in your body first thing in the morning, when you don't have too? They all contained a lower sugar content, consisting of organic cane sugar, instead of high fructose corn syrup (chemically altered sugar). The best thing though, is they contained all live cultures of healthy bacteria such as L. acidophilus, L-bigaricus, S. thermophilus, & bifidus.


Weight Watchers and Danon Light & Fit were not everything they claimed. Yes, they had low fat content, but high sugar content. They also did not contain all of the live cultures, which is why yogurt is healthy in the first place. Weight Watchers, especially, had many chemicals but unlike Danon Light & Fit it had more live cultures.


Yoplait and Danon were defiantly your dessert yogurts. Having both High fructose corn syrup, chemicals, and not many live cultures. Yes, they may have all the flavors under the moon, but at what cost?


I know you are all wondering about Activia..does it really help with digestion? The answer is yes…but not any better than Wallaby, Greek Gods or Brown Cow. All those yogurts contain the same live cultures which help with digestion, but Activia just has a great marketing plan!

All in all, your best bet is to purchase a low fat, plain flavor brand such as Greek Gods, or Wallaby. They have all natural ingredients, all the live bacterial cultures to promote digestion and health, no fat, and low amounts of milk sugars and a nice tasting creamy flavor. The beauty about purchasing plain yogurt is you can add your own natural flavoring. Flavor it with a tsp. honey or all natural maple syrup. You can pour Acai juice or add fresh blueberries and nuts.

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January 25, 2010

Ageless Beauty Through the 8 Super Foods

Danette Allen shares the ageless beauty that can be found through these 8 super foods.





It sounds very simple, but over time--say 1 to 2 months--using these 8 super foods can make a dramatic difference in how you look and feel.
MY STORY
This has worked very well for many of my clients, but we don't have time to share all their success stories, so let me quickly tell you my story.
I had bad adult on-set acne—It was terrible and unfortunately I still have a few scars from it. Anyway, it was very frustrating and I felt horrible about my skin and complexion. I tried all sorts of things to try and cure this from visiting special doctors and trying various skin care treatments. They all had little or no impact on my awful condition. I did realize that certain foods made my condition worse.
I wanted vibrant glowing skin and I wanted to minimize the inflammation on my face. I started using these "8 super foods" and within one month my acne was gone. I know my skin is not perfect, but these 8 super foods have made a huge difference for me on how I look and feel.
Besides all your dark multi colored fruits and vegetables these are the 8 super foods I highly recommend to prevent inflammation, improve your immune system, and give you vibrant glowing skin
WHAT THEY DO
These foods lower and regulate blood sugar levels-an important factor to slow down the aging process, obesity and wrinkles

I. Some key components they can do are:
      a. Prevent or reduce inflammation
      b. Burn body fat
      c. Decrease cholesterol
      d. Decrease blood pressure
      e. Promote digestive health

BENEFITS ONE-BY-ONE

1. Acai Berry
      Packed w/ antioxidants, amino acids and essential fatty acids-helps w/ premature aging
2. Barley
      High in both soluble and insoluble fiber-Helps body metabolize fat
3. Buckwheat
      High in protein and amino acids; high in minerals -decreases high blood pressure and LDL cholesterol
4. Beans and Lentils
      High in fiber, and folic acid-helps with anti aging and is low in fat
5. Nuts and Seeds(in the there raw and unsalted form)
      Decreases risk of heart disease, high in omega 3 and omega 6 and also in Vitamin E. which helps with fighting wrinkles
6. Yogurt & Kefir
      Fights against infectious diseases, increases immune function- helps with obesity
7. Allium Group (onions, scallions, shallots)
      Powerful antioxidants and cancer fighters
8. Wheat and Barley Grass
     Free radical scavenger- reduces inflammation.

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January 21, 2010

Slim & Trim Holiday Recipe Makeover

Dietician Danette Allen shares four recipes that will help us trim back and slim up.




ARTICHOKE DIP
Ingredients:
1 15 oz can artichoke hearts rinsed and drained
3/4 c. cannellini beans rinsed and drained
1/4 c. chopped frozen spinach, thawed and drained well
2 tblsp. grated parmesan cheese
2 tbsp. reduced fat sour cream
2 tbsp. part skim ricoota
1/2 tsp olive oil
1/8 tsp. garlic powder

Method:
Heat oven to 350 deg. combine all ingredients in a food processor and pulse to a rough puree spread in a shallow 8 inch serving dish and bake until bubbling (about 30 minutes). Serve with warm pita chips or whole wheat crackers

Nurtition Facts/Serving:
68 calories
9 g. carbohydrate
2 g. fat


GREEN BEANS w/OLIVE ALMOND RELISH
Ingredients:
1 pound green beans, trimmed
1 Tbsp. prepared green-olive tapanade
1 tsp. finely grated lemon zest
2 tsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/4 c. sliced almonds, toasted

Method:
Steam green beans approx 8 min.
In a bowl whisk together the tapanade, lemon zest and juice.
Place green beans in a bowl, drizzle the tapanade mixture over them and scatter almonds on top.

Nutrition Facts/Serving:
72 calories
6 g. carbohydrate
5 g. fat


BROWNIES
Ingredients:
1/2 c. unsweetened dark cocoa powder
1/2 c. unsweetened applesauce
3 egg whites
1 c. sugar
1 tsp. fine sea salt
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 tsp. instant coffee granules (optional)
1/2c. white whole wheat pastry flour

Method:
Mix all dry ingredients then add applesauce and egg whites ad fold into dry mixture. Put in 8 inch square pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 min.

Nutrition Facts/Serving:
99 calories
23 g. carbohydrate
0.5 g. fat

Danette Allen is the owner of Action Personal Training in Salt Lake City. She has been a dietician and fitness professional for the past 11 years. Danette has a huge passion for health and speaks to local and national groups about ways to feel your best. For more information about her personal training services or fitness retreats, visit www.bodyheartmindsoul.com.


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August 20, 2008

Nutrition...eating well and feeling great

Mindful eating helps.

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