Monday, August 9, 2010

tisk tisk, bad decisions...

My sister's birthday was this past Sunday and she wanted me to make a cake. But not just any ordinarily extremely fattening cake, this cake topped all caloric bursting cakes with it's cream cheese frosting(made with cream cheese, butter, and powdered sugar), devil's food cake with chocolate pudding mix with chocolate chips batter, layers of icing and peanut butter between cakes, and not to mention the billions of reese's pieces and peanut butter cups scattered on top. The moment I saw the final product, I knew what had to be done: my healthy ways were sacrificed Lord of the Flies style, no...brutally murdered and tortured unwillingly. I've had about 3 slices in the past 2 days, plus some. But if my healthy lifestyle were to fizzle momentarily for anything, it would 100% be this. Or asian food.





Although this freedom was glorious, I've decided it's definitely time to take control once again. Previously when I've lost weight this would be the time where it all goes downhill, minus my weight, that sky-rockets. Not this time. The cake will continue to take space in my refrigerator and will be consumed by my family, not including me! On the menu for tomorrow:
-whole wheat english muffin with natural peanut butter, fat free yogurt, and an apple
-diet pepsi
-brown rice, egg whites and carrots with organic kung pao sauce
-veggie burger with ketchup


Hopefully this will serve as inspiration to those of you who think a few days of bad eating= a lost cause. You can have what you want on those special occasions, but remember to either a) limit yourself and/or b) redeem yourself the next day.

Have a great week all of my avid readers(aka Lauren!)
xoxo Molly Elizabeth

Monday, July 12, 2010

Great 10 minute ab workout



My abs are getting stronger and stronger and this video really REALLY challenged me. Push yourself to do the harder alternatives!

Although I've been slacking on the eating healthy 24/7 kick, I decided it's time to jump back on the bandwagon. I haven't gained any weight(thank the Lord), but I can feel my laziness taking over again. So, seeing as Wednesday is pay day, I've assembled a grocery list:

-apples(natural breath freshener; keeps you full)
-green beans(almost 1/2 your daily serving of fiber in one cup)
-lean chicken cuts(protein)
-natural peanut butter(protein...and delicious.)
-whole grain/oat/wheat bread(carbs; whole grains)
-carrots(natural sugars; loaded with betacarotene)
-bagged spinach(cheaper; packed with vitamins and iron)
-strawberries(natural teeth whitener; TONS of vitamin C)
-pineapple(fruit with least amount of pesticides; loaded with magnese to strengthen bones)
-cottage cheese(great for diets-low in fat and carbs, high in protein to keep you fuller longer)
-low fat plain yogurt(calcium for strong bones)
-brown rice(healthy carbs; filling)
-broccoli(tons of fiber and vitamins)
-plain oatmeal(fights cancer cells; lowers cholesterol; fiber;protein)
-blueberries(highest capacity of antioxidants in fruit-ideal for help with weight loss)
-watermelon(keeps you looking younger; boosts immune system; prevents blindness(for real!); tons of water! which we all need)

I'm not a big sit down and have a huge meal type of person, I'd rather consistently snack all day. ...Can you tell I love fruit?

Needless to say, this grocery list is still under revision. Have a great night everyone(aka my one follower, LAUREN!)

-molly xoxo

Thursday, July 8, 2010

Popcorn: A Whole-Grain Snack



In the mood to just eat, and eat, and eat without suffering the detrimental realization that you just consumed an entire days worth of calories? I've been like this lately...thank you summer...and I've found popcorn to completely squash my fears of high calorie intake, as well as my appetite!

Here are just some of the benefits of some plain, natural, or (my favorite) 94% fat-free popcorn:
-excellent source of fiber; increases the feeling of being full and helps to steady blood sugar levels.
-fiber in popcorn, in conjunction with a low-fat eating plan, may help lower fat and cholesterol.
-helps aid in weight control as part of a healthy, low-fat, balanced eating plan. Popcorn can be incorporated as a satisfying low-fat snack, reducing your cravings for other high-fat, high-calorie snacks.


If you're feeling a little festive, here are some things you can add to your popcorn:
-some garlic powder and ground red pepper(spicy)
-2 tablespoons whole almonds add protein, iron and fiber
-1 /3 cup chopped dried fruit adds iron and fiber
-2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese adds protein and calcium
-2 tablespoons soy nuts adds fiber and calcium
-2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds adds protein and fiber
-1 /2 cup dry unsweetened cereal adds iron and B vitamins
-10 pretzel sticks adds B vitamins


Also: 3 ounces of popcorn will supply a growing boy or girl with more than one-third of his or her daily requirement of phosphorous and one-fifth of the daily iron requirement…popcorn furnishes the human body with 2.7 milligrams of iron per 100grams of popcorn (edible portion). That is more than eggs, roast beef, peanuts, codfish, or milk, and is just short of spinach, which has 3.0 milligrams.

Convinced? Hope so! Popcorn is wonderful and delicious. My personal favorite is either the plain kernels popped old-fashioned style or the Orville Reddenbaucher's(sp?) 94% Fat Free Kettle Cooked popcorn. mmmmm.

Hope you're having a wonderful summer!
-Molly Elizabeth

Friday, June 4, 2010

Healthy Fast Food Options

As I was driving today I was trying to decide what I should post and I remembered a conversation I had with my friend earlier that day about what we've had to eat lately and how it's consisted of McDonald's lately. So, I decided this post was going to consist of healthy options for those times when all your friends are getting fast food and you feel the urge, or you're just in a rush, or whatever! Also, at the bottom I posted links to all of these places nutrition pages if there isn't something that interests you here you can find something else. Please look at the other nutritional facts for these items as well; calories aren't the only things that matter!

*=foods I've had and enjoyed


1.) Grilled Chipotle BBQ Snack Wrap: 260 Cal*
2.) Any salads w/ GRILLED chicken: 260-320 Cal*
3.) Snack size Fruit & Walnut Salad: 210 Cal*
4.) Fruit & Yogurt Parfait w/o granola: 130 Cal
5.) Vanilla Reduced Fat Ice Cream Cone: 150 Cal*





1.) TENDERGRILL Chicken Sandwich(w/o mayo, tomatoes) and Apple Fries substituted for regular fries : 470 Cal*
2.) Tendergrill Garden Salad w/ Ken's Fat Free Ranch: 350 Cal
3.) Apple Fries w/ Carmel Dip: 70 Cal*










1.) Fresco Bean Burrito: 340 Cal
2.) Fresco Burrito Supreme Chicken: 340 Steak: 330 Cal
3.) Fresco Crunchy Taco: 150 Cal
4.) Fresco Grilled Steak Soft Taco: 160 Cal
5.) Fresco Ranchero Chicken Soft Taco: 170 Cal*
6.) Fresco Soft Taco: 180 Cal










1.) Grilled Chicken Go Wrap: 250 Cal
2.) Homestyle Chicken Go Wrap: 310 Cal
3.) Spicy Chicken Go Wrap: 320 Cal













1.) Diet FruiTeas Blackberry & Peach: 5 Cal
2.) Chopped Farmhouse Salad-Turkey & Ham w/o Dressing: 250 Cal
3.) Chopped Farmhouse Chicken Salad: 260 Cal
4.) Chopped Side Salad: 70 Cal












1.) Chargrilled Chicken Sandwich w/ Fruit Cup: 350 Cal*
2.) Side Salad w/ Fat Free Honey Mustard Dressing: 130 Cal*
3.) Spicy Chicken Cool Wrap: 410 Cal*
4.) Chargrilled & Fruit Salad: 230 Cal
5.) Chargrilled Chicken Garden Salad: 180 Cal*




McDonald's
Burger King
Taco Bell
Wendy's
Arby's
Chick-Fil-A

Wednesday, May 26, 2010

Green Tea Scrub

Last night I went over Lauren's house and she was telling me about this scrub she learned how to make from YouTube. So, I looked it up and since her scrub involved lemon juice and my house is fresh out of the lemons, I searched for different ideas and saw scrubs using green tea. I just made it and lathered it on my face and my face literally feels like it's glowing! Here's the video(my secret ingredient was about 1 tsp of olive oil):



There are several different ideas for oily skin, dry skin, sensitive skin, acne-prone skin, etc.

Yay glowing, fresh, summer skin! Thanks Lauren!

-Molly

Sunday, May 23, 2010

Mmmm Thai food

I haven't been posting on this blog as much as I intended to, but it will happen more often, promise! I've been so busy lately...

Anyways, I made a delicious, and healthy of course, Thai stir fry this weekend! I don't remember the exact recipe, but it's something like this:
2 tsp. Peanut oil
2 tsp. Low sodium Soy Sauce
Sliced Chicken
Red Pepper Flakes
Carrots
Asparagus Tips
Frozen Snow Peas
Sliced Almonds
-Serve over brown rice

SO DELICIOUS. And I just had some Thai food tonight consisting of rice noodles, steamed chicken, carrots, sprouts, and some delicious Thai sauce. I use the word "delicious" very often...oh well. I just got the new Women's Health Magazine(and I have no clue how I get these every month because I did not pay for a subscription....oh well) and it's a pretty good issue. Tons of tips for healthy eating, cleanses, and good workouts.

As much as I'm against diets, the beach is an entirely different scenario. I might try the first phase of South Beach. Apparently, your stomach fat disappears. I almost did it for one complete day(ILOVECARBS!) and I didn't notice any bloating at all. So we'll see how this week goes.

Make good choices everyone!

-Molly

P.S. If you're like me and can't handle other people around you eating candy and snacking-snack on JellyBelly Sugar Free jellybeans! They're delicious and full of fiber and low carb! But due to the loads of fiber, your stomach might be uncomfortable after eating the entire bag in one sitting, so a handful or two might be a better option. And they come in a smaller package so you don't over eat( only 160 calories in the entire bag!!!)

Tuesday, May 11, 2010

Quick Workouts for abs and cardio

I found a great pilates-esque 15 minute ab workout:


Personally, Pilates is my workout of choice. Ballet is such a wonderful way to get into to shape as well as improving your posture. And you feel beautiful doing it!

If you haven't checked out SparkPeople.com, I highly suggest doing so. You can find great workouts, healthy eating tips and a ton more. Here's another quick workout(can you tell I'm not a fan of a hefty 45 min workout? I like to get straight to the point):



Also, I've been wanting to do this for a while, I'm going to plan my eating for the day. So I suppose this is going to turn into a food diary type thing woop woop!

5/12/2010:
Breakfast/Lunch @ 12:30pm-High Fiber cereal with skim milk and maybe a glass of Carnation Breakfast mix with a glass of skim milk (I'm a college kid, so yes I do wake up this late :)!)
Snack @ 3:30- Apples and Chobani greek yogurt
Dinner @ 6:30-1 grilled chicken breast, raw broccoli, carrots, a whole wheat english muffin and a handful of raw almonds
>>roughly 700-900 calories..not bad!
happy healthy eating everyone!
-Molly
 

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