So I posted something the other day, which I see now didn't show up! It was a great post on being a food detective. In short, I explained how we have to learn to read between the lines. There are so many products out there, especially kid's snacks that boast a healthy label. Here are some things to keep in mind. If a product says "reduced sugar" or "low fat", it's important to understand that that means higher sodium, less fiber. Which means, less nutritious!!
Also, if your bag of snacks lists sugar (in any form) as one of the first ingredients, or if there is any partially hydrogenated oil, avoid it as best as you can. And remember, the healthier the product looks and claims to be, the more weary of it you should would be!
There are so many good snacks to give your kids that don't have to include sugar, hydrogenated oils and preservatives. And although some of them might be more expensive, the benefits of having apple chips as opposed to a bag of bisli are immeasurable!
Try these yummy choices:
-Home made trail mix: Organic raisins (they taste sooo much better!), sliced almonds, unsweetened coconut
-Apple chips (I don't remember the company I get. They are just apples. And even though they are no where near eating a fresh apple, they are sweet have no other added ingredients.)
-Trader Joes fruit pieces. I have to check exactly what they are called. They are little chewy fruit pieces that come in little packets. They come in all kinds of flavors and again, they are only fruit.
-Fruit leathers
I will definitely post some more ideas soon.
Enjoy!
Friday, June 17, 2011
Sunday, June 12, 2011
Something to look forward to!
Hi Everyone,
I know I have been lagging a bit, and not posting as much. Once my summer begins (next week iyh) I'll be back on track!
I have been doing some research into a website called sunfoods.com. One of the founders of this company is a man by the name of David Wolfe, who I absolutely love! You can do some reading up on him if you want to know more. In short, he is one of the leading experts in raw foods and superfoods. He has written many books on all sorts of foods that include cocoa, spirulina, different kinds of berries and how to eat a raw food diet.
Anyway, this website has dozens and dozens of raw, organic, unprocessed or minimally processed foods like honey, bee pollen, cocoa powder, chlorella nibs, cocoa beans, agave nectar, goji berries, and much much more! I am looking more into the products to see if these things need a hechsher or not...I will be sure to let you know as soon as I find out! I can't wait!
Also, if you post a comment, please write your last name as well so I can be sure of who is writing!
I know I have been lagging a bit, and not posting as much. Once my summer begins (next week iyh) I'll be back on track!
I have been doing some research into a website called sunfoods.com. One of the founders of this company is a man by the name of David Wolfe, who I absolutely love! You can do some reading up on him if you want to know more. In short, he is one of the leading experts in raw foods and superfoods. He has written many books on all sorts of foods that include cocoa, spirulina, different kinds of berries and how to eat a raw food diet.
Anyway, this website has dozens and dozens of raw, organic, unprocessed or minimally processed foods like honey, bee pollen, cocoa powder, chlorella nibs, cocoa beans, agave nectar, goji berries, and much much more! I am looking more into the products to see if these things need a hechsher or not...I will be sure to let you know as soon as I find out! I can't wait!
Also, if you post a comment, please write your last name as well so I can be sure of who is writing!
Sunday, June 5, 2011
Journaling
Good morning!
Here is a helpful tip to track your hunger and cravings and to see if you're eating the right foods for you!
Grab a journal and write down everything you eat, drink and snack on. Then journal how you feel right after you eat and then again two hours later. Really take note of how you feel, be detailed and specific. Are you feeling energetic, full and have good focus/concentration? Or are you slow, tired and seemingly hungry? If the later is true, you might want to switch some foods and snacks for things with higher quality fats and less carbs and sugar. This will definitely give you more sustainable, long term energy and brain power! Don't be scared of fats. It's the carby, fat free, sugar free products you should really be fearful of! (More on this topic later.) Also, be sure you are drinking plenty of water.
Try this out for a week and let me know how it works for you!
Happy Sunday everyone!
Here is a helpful tip to track your hunger and cravings and to see if you're eating the right foods for you!
Grab a journal and write down everything you eat, drink and snack on. Then journal how you feel right after you eat and then again two hours later. Really take note of how you feel, be detailed and specific. Are you feeling energetic, full and have good focus/concentration? Or are you slow, tired and seemingly hungry? If the later is true, you might want to switch some foods and snacks for things with higher quality fats and less carbs and sugar. This will definitely give you more sustainable, long term energy and brain power! Don't be scared of fats. It's the carby, fat free, sugar free products you should really be fearful of! (More on this topic later.) Also, be sure you are drinking plenty of water.
Try this out for a week and let me know how it works for you!
Happy Sunday everyone!
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
Exercise, Exercise, Exercise!
We hear so much about exercise. Exercise everyday for half an hour, exercise three times a week for an hour, get your heart rate up, strengthen your core, create long, lean muscles...the list goes on and on. And the truth is, all of these tips and suggestions are true!
No matter where we are in life, and what our busy schedules hold for us, exercise should definitely be one of the most important things on our list.
Now lets get specific. Although exercise is crucial, it does not mean that we all need to do an hour of it a day! For some of us, a half hour brisk walk a few times a week is enough. Some of us can't leave the house and have to find just the right activity during the 45 minutes that our kids are napping. Some people need to get in a good, one hour jog a few times a week. And there are others who just can't seem to find any time at all!
Whatever category you fit into, go ahead and do it! Find the time, even if it's just 5 minutes a day to do some jumping jacks in your living room, its a great start!
Besides for exercise being vital and crucial, getting your blood moving and your heart pumping can do more for boosting your energy and lifting your spirits then anything else out there.
If you are already advanced in your exercise and have a regular routine, make sure you switch it up every few days. For example, a strong, grounded person who does a lot of jogging will really benefit from taking a day or two of some light stretches or yoga. This is really beneficial for weight loss and its really important for your body, to allow your overworked muscles a rest, and to get some new ones worked up!
If you are a lighter, more yin body type and do lots of yoga, try doing some aerobics or take a jog!
More on exercise later. Hope you have a very active day!
No matter where we are in life, and what our busy schedules hold for us, exercise should definitely be one of the most important things on our list.
Now lets get specific. Although exercise is crucial, it does not mean that we all need to do an hour of it a day! For some of us, a half hour brisk walk a few times a week is enough. Some of us can't leave the house and have to find just the right activity during the 45 minutes that our kids are napping. Some people need to get in a good, one hour jog a few times a week. And there are others who just can't seem to find any time at all!
Whatever category you fit into, go ahead and do it! Find the time, even if it's just 5 minutes a day to do some jumping jacks in your living room, its a great start!
Besides for exercise being vital and crucial, getting your blood moving and your heart pumping can do more for boosting your energy and lifting your spirits then anything else out there.
If you are already advanced in your exercise and have a regular routine, make sure you switch it up every few days. For example, a strong, grounded person who does a lot of jogging will really benefit from taking a day or two of some light stretches or yoga. This is really beneficial for weight loss and its really important for your body, to allow your overworked muscles a rest, and to get some new ones worked up!
If you are a lighter, more yin body type and do lots of yoga, try doing some aerobics or take a jog!
More on exercise later. Hope you have a very active day!
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