25 Tips to lose weight

25 Tips to lose weight

1.      First thing in the morning drink 1 cup of warm water with lemon
Drink lots of water throughout the day and with all meals

2.      Drink lots of green Tea (in morning: has natural caffeine) and eliminate all juice (except natural pomegranate juice), diet and regular soft drinks. Drink only 1 cup  of coffee a day)
                        

3.      Never ever eat sugar, this also means nothing white (no white Pasta, bread or potatoes (nothing processed, also known as “eating clean”)
 

4.      Eat whole foods (includes whole wheat pasta, whole wheat bread. Read labels, companies put white flour in and call it whole wheat)
 

5.      Eat all the vegetables you want (limit carrot sticks)

6.      Eat 5 small meals a day (This includes snacks)
 

7.      Do not eat anything after 7PM

8.      Eat mostly lean protein & limit bad carbohydrates (absolutely no chips, popcorn, cookies, cake etc. no junk food)
 

9.      Eat only 1 fruit a day, and before 12 noon. (Eat fruit from berry family: Blueberries, strawberries, cranberries)

10.  Do ½ hour to 45 minutes of cardio, preferably walking on an incline every day and 2 one hour Arthro-Pilates™ classes a week. (Consult a doctor before beginning any exercise program)
 

11.  Do light weight training 3-5lbs for upper body 3times a week

12.  Drink 1 protein drink a day (skim milk with whey protein isolate powder with greens + powder in morning) 

13.  Eat the good fat (olive oil, fish oil, flax seed oil or seed)

14.  With doctors permission only, take CLA (Conjugated Linoleic Acid) as per body weight to reduce abdominal fat. Note: This is not for everyone!

15.   Get 8 hours sleep 

16.  Minimize stress to minimize stress hormones (and reduce abdominal fat)

17.  Snack on a small amount of almonds (5 at a time) throughout the day (4 times a day maximum)

18.  Never weigh yourself (judge progress by clothing size, inch loss, only)
 

19.  Write a food diary every day to stay on track

20.  Eat low fat dairy products such as plain yogurt, cottage cheese, skim milk. (No solid cheeses)

21.  Read labels. Look for no or low sugar grams, no trans fat and only whole wheat.

22.  Take a good quality multi vitamin/mineral a day

23.  Eat tofu, Beans, and Legumes

24.  Never go on a restrictive diet or on a program diet (They only  serve to mess with your metabolism and eventually make you gain more weight, in the long run.) To maintain a good weight and toned body requires a lifestyle change, not a fad diet or program.
 

25.  Feel good about who you are, as you are. Acceptance is key

Note: Lori Weisbrod is not a dietician or a doctor but has put together these 25 essential tips from years of personal experience, through reading material and research…This is a lifestyle change and if followed will reduce your weight, tone your body and make you feel great.

Use at your own risk and discretion, and only with a doctor’s permission.

How to Maintain Good Eye Health

How to Maintain Good Eye Health

 

·                                 1. Eat for Good Vision

·                                 2. Quit Smoking

·                                 3. Wear Sunglasses

·                                 4. Use Safety Eyewear

·                                 5. Look Away From the Computer Screen

·                                 6. Visit Your Eye Doctor Regularly

Don't take your eyes for granted. Protect your sight with these six tips:

1. Eat for Good Vision

Protecting your eyes starts with the food on your plate. Nutrientssuch as omega-3 fatty acids, lutein, zinc, and vitamins C and E might help ward off age-related vision problems such as macular degenerationand cataracts, studies show. Regularly eating these foods can help lead to good eye health:

·                                 Green, leafy vegetables such as spinach, kale, and collards

·                                 Salmon, tuna, and other oily fish

·                                 Eggs, nuts, beans, and other non-meat protein sources

·                                 Oranges and other citrus fruits or juices

·                                 Oysters and pork

Eating a well-balanced diet also helps you maintain a healthy weight, which makes you less likely to get obesity-related diseases such as type 2 diabetes. Diabetes is the leading cause of blindness in adults.

2. Quit Smoking

Smoking makes you more likely to get cataracts, optic nerve damage, and macular degeneration. If you've tried to quit smokingbefore and started smoking again, keep trying. The more times you try to quit smoking, the more likely you are to succeed.

3. Wear Sunglasses

The right kind of sunglasses will help protect your eyes from the sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays.

Too much UV exposure makes you more likely to get cataracts and macular degeneration.

Choose sunglasses that block 99% to 100% of both UVA and UVB rays. Wraparound lenses help protect your eyes from the side. Polarized lenses reduce glare when driving.

If you wear contact lenses, some offer UV protection. It's still a good idea to wear sunglasses for more protection, though.

4. Use Safety Eyewear

If you work with hazardous or airborne materials on the job or at home, wear safety glasses or protective goggles every time.

Certain sports such as ice hockey, racquetball, and lacrosse can also lead to eye injury. Wear eye protection (such as helmets with protective face masks or sports goggles with polycarbonate lenses) to shield your eyes.

5. Look Away From the Computer Screen

Staring at a computer screen for too long can cause:

·                                 Eyestrain

·                                 Blurry vision

·                                 Trouble focusing at a distance

·                                 Dry eyes

·                                 Headaches

·                                 Neck, back, and shoulder pain

Taking the following steps to protect your eyes:

·                                 Make sure your glasses or contact lens prescription is up-to-date and adequate for computer use.

·                                 Some people may need glasses to help with contrast, glare, and eye strain when using a computer.

·                                 Position your computer so that your eyes are level with the top of the monitor. This allows you to look slightly down at the screen.

·                                 Try to avoid glare on your computer from windows and lights. Use an anti-glare screen if needed.

·                                 Choose a comfortable, supportive chair. Position it so that your feet are flat on the floor.

·                                 If your eyes are dry, blink more.

·                                 Every 20 minutes, rest your eyes by looking 20 feet away for 20 seconds. At least every 2 hours, get up and take a 15-minute break.

6. Visit Your Eye Doctor Regularly

Everyone, even young children, should get their eyes examined regularly. It helps you protect your sight and see your best.

Eye exams can also find some eye diseases, such as glaucoma, that have no symptoms. It's important to find these diseases early on, when they're easier to treat.

Depending on your eye health needs, you can see either an optometrist or an ophthalmologist for an eye exam. Ophthalmologists are medical doctors who specialize in eye care. They can provide general eye care, treat eye diseases, and perform eye surgery. Optometrists have had 4 years of specialized training after college. They provide general eye care and treat the most common eye diseases. They don't do eye surgery.

Henna, Amla, Skikakai and Bring Rai Pack

Henna, Amla, Skikakai and Bring Rai Pack

Benefits of henna for hair are well known, but all the rest of the ingredients used in this pack are also extremely beneficial for hair growth and healthy hair and are widely used in Ayurveda for treating hair and scalp problems.

Ingredients:

Henna powder-2 cups

Amla powder-1/2 cup

Shikai powder-2spoons

Egg white-1

Lemon juice-2spoons

Tulasi powder-1spoon

Bring raj powder-1spoons

Procedure:

You will get all these powders mixed together as a packet, or else you can get separately and mix them all. Mix all these ingredients before night with tea or coffee decoction and apply this mixture next day morning completely to your hair and rinse after 45 minutes – 1 hour. Cover your hair with some plastic cap. So that it keeps your hair moist so that color will absorb quickly.

Fried Chicken and Waffle Cones

Fried Chicken and Waffle Cones

ingredients 

• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/3 cup gluten-free flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup gluten-free cornflake crumbs
• 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (4 breasts)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• 4 gluten-free waffles (such as Van's), toasted
• Broccoli slaw (optional)

directions

1. 

Heat oven to 400 degrees . Combine honey and red pepper flakes; set aside.

2. 

In a small bowl, combine flour, 3/4 tsp of the salt and the black pepper. In a second bowl, beat egg. In a third bowl, combine cornflake crumbs and remaining 1/4 tsp salt. Dredge chicken in flour, then egg and finally cornflakes.

3. 

Heat butter and oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 3 minutes per side, until golden. Transfer chicken to a baking sheet and bake at 400 degrees for 10 minutes, until cooked through.

4. 

Place chicken on toasted waffles. Drizzle with spicy honey and serve with broccoli slaw, if using.

Home Made Cake

            

Home Made Cake

 

Ingredients 

Plain Flour (Maida) - 3 cups 

Sugar - 2 cups, powdered 
Eggs - 2, beaten well 
Butter - 1 cup 
Baking Soda - 2 tsp 
Milk - 2 cups 
Vanilla Essence - 2 tsp 

Method 
- Combine sugar and butter together. 
- Whisk well until light and fluffy. 
- Add the beaten egg and blend well. 
- Sift together the maida and baking soda. 
- Gradually add this to the egg mixture. If required add a little milk and mix till the batter is fluffy and soft. 
- Add vanilla essence and blend well. 
- Sprinkle some maida on a greased baking tin. 
- Pour the prepared mixture into the tin and place it in a pressure cooker. 
- Do not add water the cooker and ensure the tin does not touch the base of cooker. 
- Reduce flame to low and pressure cook for 2 minutes. 
- Increase flame to medium and cook for 40 to 45 minutes. 
- Switch off the flame and wait for 10 minutes before opening the lid. 
- Insert a knife or a metal skewer into the cake and if it comes out clean, then the cake is done. 

 

Banana Bread Kids health

Banana Bread Kids health

Prep time: about 90 minutes

What you need:

·                       2 eggs

·                       1¾ c. sifted flour

·                       2 tsp. baking powder

·                       ¼ tsp. baking soda

·                       ½ tsp. salt

·                       1/3 c. vegetable oil

·                       2/3 c. sugar

·                       1 c. mashed bananas (about 3 bananas)

Equipment and supplies:

·                       oven (you'll need help from your adult assistant)

·                       measuring cups and spoons

·                       mixer

·                       sifter

·                       spatula

·                       small bowl

·                       medium-size bowl

·                       large bowl

·                       bread pan coated with nonstick cooking spray

What to do:

1.                    Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).

2.                    Beat eggs well in a small bowl.

3.                    In a medium-size bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

4.                    In a large bowl, add the vegetable oil. Add the sugar a little bit at a time, and continue beating until the mixture is fluffy.

5.                    Add the eggs to the mixture in the large bowl and beat well.

6.                    Add some of the flour mixture to the large bowl and beat well. Then add some of the mashed bananas and beat some more. Continue adding flour, then bananas, then flour, then bananas, until everything is mixed in.

7.                    Pour mixture into the baking pan. Bake for 70 minutes.

8.                    Flip your banana bread out of the pan, let it cool for a bit, and cut it into slices to eat and share!

How much does this recipe make?

16 slices

Nutritional analysis (per serving):
145 calories
2 g protein
5 g fat
24 g carbohydrate
1 g fiber
27 mg cholesterol
155 mg sodium
37 mg calcium
0.8 mg iron

Note: Nutritional analysis may vary depending on ingredient brands used.

Variations and suggestions:
If you're nutty for nuts, add chopped walnuts during Step 6.