Vitamin-Induced Water

Still on this health kick and decided to make myself this vitamin-induced pitcher of water to keep in the fridge. It's not only a great source of nutrients but also a good way to kick a hunger craving.

Supples Needed:
Water Pitcher
Grapefruit
Lemon
Mint Leaves
Cucumbers

All I do is cut up some slices and put some fresh mint leaves in and toss them in the pitcher, then fill the pitcher with water and let it sit in the fridge for at least an hour. It is EXCELLENT tasting and very refreshing...but most importantly it holds many health benefits within the nutrients

Grapefruit Health Benefits

 

Weight-loss:  

This fruit has a fat-burning enzyme and can help to absorb and reduce the starch and sugar in the body. It is widely consumed by people who are trying to lose weight. 

Breast cancer:  

In another study, the bioflavonoids found in grapefruit was discovered to even halt cancer cells from spreading in breast cancer patients, by ridding the body of excess estrogen.

Cholesterol:

A certain compound found in grapefruit helps reduce the excessive production of cholesterol from the liver.

Fatigue:

At the end of a long and tiring day, drink a glass of grapefruit juice with lemon juice in equal parts with a little honey, to dispel all fatigue and tiredness.

Insomnia:

A drink of grapefruit juice before bedtime, helps to promote sleep and alleviates insomnia.

Pregnant woman:

The bioflavonoids and vitamin C help to reduce water retention and swelling of the legs during pregnancy.

Sore throat:

Drinking a freshly-squeezed grapefruit juice helps relieve sore throats and soothes coughs.

Lemon Water Benefits

Great source of Vitamin C

Balances pH levels

Aids in weight loss

Improves digestion

Cucumber Benefits

Your cucumber slices will also give you anti-inflammatory and cancer-fighting benefits. Cucumbers contain three lignans (lacriciresinol, pinoresinol, and secoisolariciresinol), which have been proven to fight breast, uterine, and ovarian cancers. Fresh cucumber extracts, meanwhile, inhibit the behavior of pro-inflammatory enzymes like COX-2. The juice is also rich in anti-oxidants.

Mint Leaves Benefits

Mint water brings nutrition and digestive health. Drinking mint-flavored water is a long-standing home remedy for digestive problems, but modern research has confirmed that this natural diuretic can help stop colitis and irritable bowel syndrome. It is rich in vitamins A, C, and B12 with traces of iron, potassium, selenium, and zinc.

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New Ink

Got a new tattoo this week
From the song Simple Man by Lynyrd Skynyrd 

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Upper thigh did not hurt at all!

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3 Day Military Diet

Follow this diet exactly (no more no less) and you will see results in 3 days!

You can lose up to 10 pounds in just 3 days. Here is the diet:

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DAY 1:
Breakfast--1/2 Grapefruit, 1 Slice of Toast, 2 Tablespoons of Peanut Butter, and Coffee or Tea

Lunch--1/2 Cup of Tuna, 1 Slice of Toast, and Coffee or Tea (any brew, as long as it's caffeinated)

Dinner--3 ounces of any type of meat, 1 Cup of Green Beans, 1/2 Banana, 1 Small Apple, and 1 Cup of Vanilla Ice Cream

DAY 2:

Breakfast--1 egg, 1 Slice of Toast, and 1/2 Banana

Lunch--1 Cup of Cottage Cheese (Or 1 Slice of Cheddar Cheese), 1 Hard Boiled Egg, and 5 Saltine Crackers

Dinner--2 Hot Dogs, (no buns), 1 Cup of Broccoli, 1/2 Cup of Carrots, 1/2 Banana, and 1/2 Cup of Vanilla Ice Cream

DAY 3:

Breakfast--5 Saltine Crackers, 1 Slice of Cheddar Cheese, and 1 Small Apple

Lunch-1 Hard-Boiled Egg, and 1 Slice of Toast

Dinner--1 Cup of Tuna, 1/2 of a Banana, and 1 Cup of Vanilla Ice Cream

Now, there are some substitutions that have been tested and will also work. (For example, I do not eat hot dogs, and one substitution I found was 1/2 cup of beans or lentils for each hot dog)The whole point of this diet is based on a chemical reaction that is why you have to stick to it! This is based off the research I have done online. There are substitutions listed here. ( I have also listed the substitutions at the end of this post*)

You can only do this diet for 3 days at a time, then eat normally for 4 days and you can start again!

I have been going to the gym and fitness classes as well, so if I hadn't been putting on muscle it would probably be more! All I know is that it works, and I still haven't put any of it back on.

Some things I did with this:

DO NOT WEIGH YOURSELF UNTIL THE MORNING OF THE 4TH DAY.
When it says an egg, you are able to eat it any way. I made some hard-boiled eggs beforehand and just did one of those each time with a little bit of salt.
I have never been a fan of grapefruit, but again, it's well worth it. To make it easier to eat I just cut it in half, and then into triangles from there and did the best I could.
Dinner on day two requires broccoli and the black beans that I substituted for the hotdogs. I just cooked them up together in a pan with no oil or anything, added a little bit of salt and it wasn't bad!
Another thing that was delicious was a tip I got from another user online too. When eating your icecream, heat up the banana/apple cut it up and add it to the icecream, SO GOOD.

Again, for more information, substitutions and tips see this website

1 slice of toast (whole wheat bread). "One" of the following =

1 ounce (1/8 cup) of sunflower kernels (these are also gluten free, but refrain from the Planters brand which has traces of gluten)

1/2 cup of whole grain cereal (such as Kashi Go Lean)

1/2 high protein nutrition bar

5 ounces of meal replacement shake

2 ounces (1/4 cup) of low fat yogurt with 1/2 teaspoon of flax seed

Grapefruit =

1/2 teaspoon of baking soda in a glass of water at least 30 minutes before eating. Use another piece of fruit in its place when you eat.

Banana "One" of the following =

2 kiwi = 1 banana (so for 1/2 banana days have 1 kiwi)

1 cup of papaya

2 apricots

Peanut Butter "One" of the following =

Soy butter

Sunflower seed butter

Same measurement of sunflower kernels

Tuna (Same measurement unless specified) "One" of the following =

Cottage cheese

2 ounces of cooked chicken meat (to replace half cup of tuna, 4 ounces for whole cup)

Tofu

Almonds

Flax seeds

Pumpkin Seeds

Peanuts

Hot Dogs (Beef or Turkey Franks) "One" of the following =

Veggie Dogs

Bratwurst

Beans or lentils, any type (4 0unces, or half cup per frank)

Small Apple = Another "fleshy" type fruit such as plums, peaches, or grapes

Egg "One" of the following =

1 cup of milk

1 Chicken wing

1/4 cup of seeds or nuts

2 slices of bacon

Vanilla ice cream "One" of the following =

Same measurement of strawberry or banana flavored milk (not chocolate because chocolate contains caffeine)

Same measurement of low fat yogurt with small amount of fruit

Apple juice

Green Beans "One" of the following =

Lettuce leaves with a few cherry tomatoes

Tomato (same measurement)

3 cups of raw spinach or 1 cup cooked and drained

Carrots =

2 cups of fresh spinach ( or 1/2 cup cooked, boiled, drained )

Same measurement of beets

1 whole bell pepper

( Or ) make a small salad with 1 cup of fresh spinach, 1/4 bell pepper and a few cherry tomatoes. May use salt, pepper, mustard, lemon pepper or lemon juice to season)

Broccoli "One" of the following =

Cauliflower

Beets

Asparagus

Brussels Sprouts

Cheddar Cheese "One" of the following =

Cottage cheese, (1 cup to substitute 1 slice)

2 Eggs

2 ounces of ham

Cottage Cheese "One" of the following =

2 Ounces of cheddar cheese (to substitute 1 cup of cottage cheese)

2 Eggs

2 ounces of ham

Coffee or Tea =

Sugar free hot chocolate (the kind mixed with hot water)

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Gift Ideas for Mom

Mother's Day is approaching 

& 2013 is the year to make your mom feel important

Here are some gift suggestions:

Start off her morning with a "Mama-Mosa"
Champagne + Orange Juice
Garnish it with something like a strawberry to give it that extra something

Willow Tree Angels are always a big hit
These cute little knickknacks can be bought for almost any occasion
Browse through the website HERE (click)
Pick out a piece that represents your mom, your family, or pets

Creative Hand-Made Dual Purpose Cruets
What's better than a bottle of wine? TWO BOTTLES OF WINE...combined.
These amazing hand-crafted bottles are only $49
Purchase HERE (click)

iBed Lap Desk

These look amazing and only $13

Purchase them HERE (click)

Fifty Shades of Grey Trilogy

Whether or not she has read them, everyone will enjoy this series

Purchase HERE (click) for only $27

Pattern Painted Rollers

For the craftsy, DIY mom

Purchase HERE (click)

What do you think? I will add some more later this week, Enjoy!

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Rose Bracelet

Very quick and easy bracelet!

I purchased these beads from Walmart as well as the Rose buttons

Supplies Needed:
-Thread
-Beads
-Button

Begin by making a loop at the end of the thread
Alternate the sizes on to the thread, and tie on the rose button on the bottom

*Make sure the loop fits the button before beginning

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Healthy Treats

Zucchini & Apple Chips

Zucchini Chips

Apple Chips

Get the crunch without the calories

I purchased this handy-dandy tool at a local grocery store, and I have no idea what it is called. But if you plan on making these on many occasions like I have, it's a great thing to have.

If not, you can always chops very thin slices by hand as well. 

Set your oven to 200 degrees.

Begin by slicing your zucchini/apple.

Spray your cookie sheet with nonstick spray and lay out the chips.

For the zucchini chips, I spray a bit more nonstick olive oil spray on the top, followed by a little sea salt or cayenne pepper.

For the apple chips, I only did a small spray and did nothing on top. I went searching for some cinnamon but couldn't seem to find it. I did happen to have this pumpkin pie spice, so decided to give it a go instead. 

*it ended up being an awesome substitute

Throw the cookie sheet in the oven for roughly two hours 

*ovens will vary, as well as pans and/or parchment paper

Once they are ready let them sit for about 5 minutes and cool, then grab and enjoy :)

Any other chips ideas besides apples and zucchinis??

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Red Velvet Truffles

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Quick and Easy Recipe

Supplies Needed:

Red Velvet Cake Mix/Box

Cream Cheese Frosting

Marshmallow Creme (optional)

White Chocolate

Begin by making a red velvet cake, as instructed on the box.

Once it has completely cooled, break it up in a large bowl

Next add the frosting & marshmallow creme.

*You can add as much as you'd like, but I typically will add half of each container.

Using your (clean) hands, work the mixtures into the cake mix, and then roll them into little balls

Place them in the refrigerator for a few hours, or the freezer.

Once they have hardened a bit, it's time to melt your chocolate. 

There are many ways to do this, so follow the directions on the chocolate that you have purchased.

Lastly, just dip the balls into the freshly melted chocolate and place them on wax paper or foil to harden and settle. This is the time to add frosting or sprinkles before the chocolate hardens

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