Hard to be good

Well I have been trying my hardest to be good and not eat things I am not supposed to.  However, it is the hardest thing I have had to do.  I found a local grocery store that sells Chia seeds and Chia drinks.  I have felt awesome all day long.  I am going to try and stay strong.  I want to go back to the Dr. in 3 months and her say that I have lost another 20 pounds.  I will do this.  I will be strong. 

DELICIOUS!!!

Back on the grind guys.  Hope everyone is doing well.  I am feeling exceptionally well this morning.  I have been taking Herbalife Snack Defense for 3 days now and I feel healthier.  My blood sugar was not as high this morning as it normally is.  Feeling great!!!  Lets try to make time to try some recipes!! Let me know if you like them.

 I love eating this in from a local grocery store that is close to my house:
http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/recipe/rajas-con-crema

I want to try these smoothies:
http://anightowlblog.com/2013/03/smoothie-recipes.html

Recent results

I had a doctor's appointment on 10/29/2013.   I lost 18 lbs.  However, my A1C was at 7.7.  One of my meds was doubled and I was told to exercise.  I analyzed what I had been doing and I figured I am not doing enough.  Therefore, my daughter and I walked 1 1/4 miles yesterday.  My legs were cramping up so bad at 1:30 this morning.  But we are going at it again today.  I have also invested in another Herbalife product.  I am now taking the snack defense as well as the meal replacements. I do have to confess that I have not been as faithful as would have liked to the Herbalife shakes, but that doctor's visit shook me up.  I am struggling but I will overcome all my struggles.  I will be posting more recipes that I will be trying.  Thank you to all who have read my blog and I hope you continue to read. 

weekend ideas

Good morning everyone!  Hope all is well.  I dont know if I will have time this weekend but here are some ideas for lunch or supper:

http://thepioneerwoman.com/cooking/2012/08/grilled-zucchini-with-yummy-lemon-salt/

http://www.skinnytaste.com/2013/01/skinny-queso-dip.html

http://www.skinnytaste.com/2010/03/cilantro-lime-shrimp.html

yummy

Sorry everyone for not writing more. We got busy with soccer these season. and at the rate my kid is going, we arent going to have time for much of anything. Nonetheless, I have been looking at some recipes that I am wanting to try.  I have been drinking a hot cinnamon spice tea every morning, to help control blood sugar. Apart from being good for me, it is so yummy.  I have recently discovered something new that I want to share with everyone.  I recently purchased an oatmeal from a lil coffee shop here in town(shout out to J&B Coffee Co.)  and in it is a little seed called a chia seed.  Everyone needs to google it and get to eating them because they are so good for you.  It has a higher omega-3 than salmon.  helps control blood pressure, blood sugar and hunger.  You can have it several different ways.  and in ways that the family will never even know about.  Lets all google Chia seeds and get to buying and eating them.

Now here are some recipes that I want to try and would like you to try also..  If you do try one of these recipes(although they are not mine) please comment on here as to if you liked it and if you will try it again.
http://www.justataste.com/2011/07/quinoa-with-corn-and-scallions/

http://www.justataste.com/2009/07/zucchini-bread-lightened-up/

also if you are looking to curb your hunger try these tips:

http://www.howlosebellyfat.com/appetite-suppressing-foods.html

GREEN SMOOTHIE

I have been wanting to try this too.  this sheet shows several variations.  Wow!

http://media-cache-ak2.pinimg.com/originals/78/75/80/787580692b056b3dd0c53ecb0ca9dc64.jpg

Sweet Tooth

If anyone is like me, you will understand about not being able to eat what you would like to eat.  However, there are numerous recipes and articles showing you ways to statisfy your sweet tooth and still stay health.  look at the recipes below:

http://www.fitsugar.com/Healthy-T-Day-Dessert-Pumpkin-Carrot-Bars-Cream-Cheese-Frosting-6325643
http://www.fitsugar.com/Healthy-Late-Night-Snacks-Low-Calories-18872289?slide=5
http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-detail.asp?recipe=474935
http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-detail.asp?recipe=736923
look at these cupcake recipes:

http://www.sparkpeople.com/blog/blog.asp?post=11_healthier_cupcake_recipes

Oopsie Bread

I got this off of Facebook today. looks good. I have to try!:

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Oopsie Bread

Preheat oven to 300' and follow instructions below.

Ingredients:

3 eggs
1 packet of splenda
1 dash of salt
4 oz.of Philadelphia low fat cream cheese
1/3 tsp Cream of tartar

Separate the eggs and add cream cheese to the yolks. Use a mixer to combine the ingredients together. In a separate bowl, whip egg whites and cream of tartar until stiff (if you’re using the same mixer, mix the whites first and then the yolk mixture). Using a spatula, gradually fold the egg yolk mixture into the white mixture, being careful not to break down the whites. Spray a cookie sheet with non-stick spray and spoon the mixture onto the sheet, making 6 mounds. Flatten each mound slightly.
Bake about 30 minutes (You want them slightly softer, not crumbly). Let cool on the sheet for a few minutes, and then remove to a rack and allow them to cool. Store in a loosely open sack and allow to rest on the counter before use (otherwise they might be too moist). Can be frozen.
Notes: If you are making these to be savory (for burgers) you can add dry mustard and dill or other seasonings to the yolk mixture. If you want a more sweet roll, add a very small amount of stevia natural sweetener to the yolk mixture.

Makes 6 Induction Friendly, Gluten-Free rolls.
Nutritional information per roll: Calories:85 , Carbohydrates: .6 g, Fiber: 0g, Net Carbohydrates: .6g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 7.5

all I can say is MMMMMMM!!!!!

http://www.thecomfortofcooking.com/2013/03/skinny-spaghetti-squash-alfredo.html

To aid in shopping for your new lifestyle of healthy eating:

http://www.freeprintablegrocerylist.com/preview/Diabetic_Food_Grocery_List

http://www.keyingredient.com/recipes/614435228/zucchini-side-dish/

http://bestlife4moms.weebly.com/5/post/2012/04/cheesy-broccoli-chicken-foil-packs.html

10 minutes guys:
http://www.fitsugar.com/Victoria-Secret-Model-Full-Body-Workout-21416942
WOW!
Lots of good ideas!!!!!
http://pinterest.com/pin/466826317595796246/

http://pinterest.com/pin/25895766580110001/

http://pinterest.com/pin/239605642648367232/

Still trying

My lunch was good. I had some salmon with a weird mushroom rice but it was ok.  Here are some quick easy recipes.  Check this website out:
http://greatist.com/health/healthy-crock-pot-recipes/

I really need to try this too.
http://www.sparkpeople.com/blog/blog.asp?post=try_this_42calorie_spaghetti_swap

Smoothies, smoothies!!!!
http://www.prevention.com/print/30220

I was amazed reading this lady's blog.  wow.
http://www.aturtleslifeforme.com/2011/06/freezer-meals-on-cheap.html

tips and simple things to stay on track

Lets all try this!!!
http://backonpointe.tumblr.com/post/19697323362/better-yet-grab-a-couple-light-dumbbells#n

Losing it!!!

so, today was hectic and I cheated.  I havent had my meal replacements. However, I will drink it tonight as I have a zumba class to attend at 830. Kinda scared but I got this!!!!

Working on me

I find that time i Have wasted on phone calls and trying to solve other people's problema is better used at working on me and on my relationship with God. He will give me the strength to lose weight and stay on track.  I was Aldo invites to a zumba clase tomorrow Night and I intend to go. Yay me!

Low Calorie Breakfast

I have been trying this.  I also add cinnamon to my coffee as it helps with diabetes.  Feel free to check it out and check some ideas.  Never too late to eat healthy!

http://www.prevention.com/weight-loss/diets/low-calorie-breakfasts-400-calorie-fix/bagel-cream-cheese


Download free cookbook with healthy ideas

http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes_menus/recipe_slideshows/quick_low_calorie_breakfast_recipes

Not gonna let it bring me down!

I was dealt a really hard blow yesterday.  I will not go into details, but I am still in shock over what happened. I guess the moral of the story is that you can only help people so much. They have to want to help themselves.  This is coming at a time when I feel so vulnerable because I am trying to do so good in my life.  However, I will not let anyone steal my thunder.  I love how my husband stepped up when I needed him the most.  I vow to love my little family now more than ever and cherish all the moments we have together. If other people want to waste their time on things and people that are not worth it, then so be it. I refuse to let anyone bring me down anymore.  I have dealt with a lot of negative people, and I have had lots of negative things happen to me. It has made me who I am today.  I could have easily been a drug addict. I could have easily used all the negative in my life to become someone just like the people that tend to hurt me the most.  But I refuse. And I will be damned if I let anyone do the same to my kid.  Therefore, this is my pledge to know my limits, to set my boundaries, and to never let myself get stepped all over, ever again.  I just want everyone to know that everyday we are given choices. We are given the free will to make our lives the best it can possibly be.  We need to live life each day like it is our last.  Make so many memories that you will always look back and remember a smile, a twinkle in someone's eye.  Dont lose yourself in the world.  Let the world get lost in you.  Make yourself memorable, so that the people you come in contact with everyday will remember you.  Make each second, each minute, each hour of every day count!!!!

Trying!!

I have been trying really hard to stay on the healthy binge I have put myself on.  I have been doing really good.  I havent been to weigh myself, but I am feeling really good about the lifestyle I am creating for my family and myself.  Need to find somewhere I can weigh myself. Still on the herbalife. Unfortunately, my husband has lost his motivation, and has stopped drinking the meal replacement shakes.  Gosh!!! I will not lose my motivation. I need to be healthy.

I dont know about anyone else but being a working woman is hard! I only have one child but having a full time, Monday thru Friday, 8-5 job is tiring. On top of that, I have an ongoing battle with Diabetes.  I have read so many articles regarding the do's and dont's of eating and surviving Diabetes.  My husband and I have recently begun a journey with Herbalife and we will be updating our succes on this blog.  I will also post websites, recipes, and other things from other websites, so that good and helpful info can reach everyone.