IS THIS ANY GOOD?

SO I get these questions all the time.  How long does it last?  Is this any good after the "Use By" date? What exactly is a "Sell By" date?  Well I thought it was time to discuss!  And clear this up...we throw away way to much food due to the confusion!

"Use By" date - this is determined by a manufacturer, it is the last day for guaranteed producer's peak quality.  BUT that does not mean is is no good to use...it is normally OK for a few days.  

"Sell by" date - this date is merely dealing with shelf life!  What is the last day a store should display a product.   Foods are still safe to eat several days after this date.

"Expiration" date - this is the ONLY date that truly means...throw it out!  This is related to "food safety".  Don't take a chance...get rid of it!

and then there's...

"Best if Used By" - this means the product will be the freshest by then and will have the best taste and texture...again doesn't mean it is bad, but it could be!  

SO common sense rules...if it smells, slimy, changes to a suspicious color...toss it in the trash!  

" How long does it last?"  Check it out...one I always get asked about..

 EGGS - 3-5 weeks after purchase!

 FRESH MEAT/ FRESH FISH - 1-2 days after purchase ( unless frozen)

NOT SURPRISING - packaged foods and canned goods - usually indefinitely...but always check...gee..

see why I don't recommend that!  

What does it do in our bodies if it is "safe" for a long, long time?  I believe that has been one of the biggest contributors to the "health" state of many of us! 

 I know switching to fresh food and eliminating boxes 

changed my life!

Lots of other great storage tips....just ask me!  

Check out more info at here !

 This information was gathered from the Cleveland Clinic Wellness Institute....a great share by their registered dietitian and wellness manager...Kristin Kirkpatrick, MS, RD, LD

Health Coach...WHAT?

BREAKING NEWS - IT'S A WRAP!

 FLC Syndrome!  

You have heard of the CRS Disease...my husband claims he has that.  Well, I believe so many of also have the FLC Syndrome....Feel- Like- Crap Syndrome!  

Here are some of the testimonials from the first one!

" Hi everyone. I was pretty skeptical about this plan at first but needed to loose weight desperately and quickly. So I gave it a try. For me, emotions were the hardest part. (Just part of the detox program). Hang in there. I really didn't think my body had changed much since I started except for loosing 9# and 5". I have had one hip replacement and two knee replacements all with in one year. I use a cane because of a wobble from the hip surgery. I am having the other hip replaced in June. Couldn't go anywhere without my cane lately. Not even in the house. Last night(day 10 of the detox) I got up out of my chair and walked all around without my cane. The wobble was so much better. Then I pulled my leg across the knee to put shoes and socks on. I did it! In fact my heal reached the top of my leg. Haven't been able to do this since December. I thought I was dreaming or it was just a fluke. It isn't. Still feeling a lot less painful and more steady today. Will watch carefully over the next couple of weeks while adding foods back in to see what caused all the inflammation. Stay with the program and eat according to the plan. It's all worth it." ( and her bonus - about 10#'s removed!)

"Good morning. Just returned from my weekly weigh i at WW. I knew I would lose much with being heavier, I usually do when I"m back on track but 9.6 pounds lost? YAAA MEEE! Funny part though is the lecturer told me to go out and enjoy the day, eat something I haven't this week. No, Yes, I want to lose weight but I"m doing this for my health. I'm trying to think of food as my medicine instead of all the meds. I'm taking. I want off of them and to enjoy my life with less aches and pains. As for by BS this morning Cheryl, it was 83. That's after a day of 50% less of one of my meds. Double YAAAA MEEEE! Now, off to Pitts with me to Car shop and a trip to Whole Foods and Costco's. I'll check in later. Everyone have a great day."



UPDATE: ...Beginning June 13..starting with a conference call...Imagine Fit will be hosting and leading a 15 Day Detox Program + Recovery and Discovery.  We will be using his theories and adding in an amazing supplement called Metabolic!  Once you opt in to the Detox, you will be added to a Closed FB group and can see the research and get all the info as we share it.  The actual DETOX will kick off on JUNE 15!  That gives us plenty of time to discuss and learn and get your Metabolic.  AND HERE IS THE GOOD NEWS!  If you have already done a DETOX WITH ME...all you need to do is re-order your Metabolic!  Contact me now to get your Discovery Consultation before! OR JOIN THE GROUP starting on June 2nd...this is an on-going lifestyle change!

Message me here or email me if you would like to OPT IN!  And Speaking of  "Opting In"...don't forget to sign up for my Newsletter!  I have so much good stuff planned!  Thanks!

WOW...check it out!  ReTHINK YOUR DRINK! 

 Are any of these in your daily consumption?

Today I feel LIMITLESS!  Started my day with LIMITLESS!..

Met with my Business Coach - Michelle Campbell



She is amazing!  So check out the new sign up for my newsletter to the left! 

 

But what is feeling LIMITLESS? 

 It's not a rush, there's not a crash, it's just a feeling of steady

awake - ness (I know that is not a word...but it is a feeling!)

There is no better feeling to have the energy

the  mind clearing alertness to get through the tasks you have daily,

 just tear open the individual sleeve and pour into your water, drink and go!

And you can drink it more than once a day! 

 Woohoo, for any afternoon slump!

 

Check it out here!

 

TRY IT at the Health Fair at Colvin Community Center on MAY 10th!

 

 

TECHNOLOGY - Its a learning curve!

Good morning!  And what a beautiful morning it is...now if my brain could just keep up with the new knowledge I am getting!  LOL  Have you ever felt like you just can't follow directions well?  Working on a newsletter...attempting to get it all set up!  I think I have it...and if I do you should see a QR code below?  Do you?  If you do scan it and sign up for my newsletter!  If you don't...well I will keep trying! 

 

I think that worked! 

I will know when I see someone sign up for my Newsletter!

 

Have a great day!

QUINOA? WHAT IS IT?

Recently I had a discussion with someone looking at protein sources.  She was wanting to improve her nutrition and adding additional protein to support her weight loss.  Is more protein really effective? Is there a reason to increase it for support in weight management?

An interesting article that I think explains this well states " since our bodies are unable to store extra protein, we must provide our system with protein throughout the day by eating a well-balanced diet. Protein plays an important role when it comes to burning fat, because it contains essential amino acids." Getting all of the essential amino acids you need in your daily diet requires you to meet your daily protein recommendation. In our basic nutrition classes we are taught that 10% - 35% of our daily calories should come from good clean protein sources. Protein has 4 calories per gram, an example of say a 2000-calorie a day diet as stated in the Dietary Guidelines in 2010, would convert to you needing between 50 to 175 grams of protein daily. And my belief is that on average a moderately sedate person needs about 1200-calories a day ( low cal is only good for a very short period of time - most people do not lose weight because they are not eating enough fuel or the wrong source of fuel)  and that would be about 30 to 105 grams per day.

So how do you know if you are getting that needed fuel?  Plan your meals, count your grams of protein by labels or by supplements to add in at least the minimum while consuming a good day of eating.  AND I seriously want you to eat a good balanced diet daily....proteins/carbs and healthy fats...and carbs from some grains and lots of veggies.  ( please note...some people do not tolerate grains well...so let's talk individually about this)

So to the point of this article..QUINOA ( Keen-Wah)!  What is it?  Check it out here !  "Quinoa is food of high protein quality and is typically regarded as an adequate source of all essential amino acids, including lysine and isoleucine. It provides a variety of antioxidant phytonutrients, including ferulic, coumaric, hydroxybenzoic, and vanillic acid. Antioxidant flavonoids including quercetin and kaempferol are also especially plentiful in quinoa. Anti-inflammatory polysaccharides in quinoa include arabinans and rhamnogalacturonans. Many members of the vitamin E tocopherol family are provided by quinoa, including important amounts of gamma-tocopherol. Quinoa is a very good source of manganese. It is also a good source of phosphorus, copper, magnesium, dietary fiber, folate, and zinc."  ( taken from the above referenced article)

WHAT is great about Quinoa?  Well... it tastes great!  It combines well with other flavor profiles.  It has a fantastic nutritional profile.  AND a little bit is very filling and healthy!  It has protein, healthy fats, carbs - full profile of Macronutrients, Micronutrients, Minerals Omega's, Aminos!  Check out more info on the nutrients!

And for some great ways to use it....from the Reader's Digest !   Try some, let me which is your favorite!  Mine - the Shrimp and Vegetable Fried Rice!

RECIPE

Well, it's about time for another Health History appointment!  So I must close...have an amazing blessed day and let me know in the comments section if you found this article helpful!  And if you too would like to have FREE Health History Consultation!  

WHAT A DAY! LOVE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

Well, it has been a long time since I posted...been very busy!  Blessed to have been able to spend a few days in the Nashville area helping out a friend!  Life is good when I can create my own schedule and time for things that matter most!

And today...well, I got all caught up on some training Modules... Did some taxes for a friend...and did my grocery shopping!  Dave went and I educated him on the Fooducate App.  Fun, fun! 

But the best part was to be able to make a little difference in someone's life and health!  You know me, well, some of you do!  And I just find it so hard to watch someone pick up a product they think is healthy and good and not open my big mouth!  Luckily both beautiful women I met today were not taken aback by my boldness!  So shared some basic info, shared my blog and feel like I made a difference.  That's the best part of Health Coaching! 

So also thinking about the subject for my next class at SNAP in Radcliff?  I am thinking maybe a discussion of what is GMO and why is it not something we need in our bodies.  What do you think? 

I will be posting about that class soon!  In the mean time, thanks for stopping by!  Oh and for one young woman I spoke to today...check out this RELOAD, and let me know if your girls liked the taste?

And the other lovely woman I met....check out this article...Whey vs. Soy for Weight Loss.  And if you are needing some great protein...let me know!