Post by jan on Jan 4, 2021 7:40:45 GMT
This round runs from Dec 31 to Feb 17. It’s not too late to join us. Just add your board name, first name and your goal for this round to this thread. All are welcome!
Challengers:
bmazzo/Beverly - Start the new year with new purpose.
cathygeha/Cathy - Perseverance not Perfection
cherryt38/Cherry - Continue exercising at something every day
hollygail/Holly - Maintain lifetime at goal status
jalibmu/Jan - adding more fruits and veggies into my meals
jasimons/Judy -intentionally active daily
pamthomas46/Pam -keep aiming for blue and post my menus.
Hosts:
Dec 31 - Jan 6 Jan
Jan 7 - Jan 13 Cherry
Jan 14 - Jan 20 Judy
Jan 21 - Jan 27 Cathy
Jan 28 - Feb 3 Holly +
Feb 4 - Feb 10 Beverly
Challengers:
bmazzo/Beverly - Start the new year with new purpose.
cathygeha/Cathy - Perseverance not Perfection
cherryt38/Cherry - Continue exercising at something every day
hollygail/Holly - Maintain lifetime at goal status
jalibmu/Jan - adding more fruits and veggies into my meals
jasimons/Judy -intentionally active daily
pamthomas46/Pam -keep aiming for blue and post my menus.
Hosts:
Dec 31 - Jan 6 Jan
Jan 7 - Jan 13 Cherry
Jan 14 - Jan 20 Judy
Jan 21 - Jan 27 Cathy
Jan 28 - Feb 3 Holly +
Feb 4 - Feb 10 Beverly
Feb 11 Feb 17 Pam
Chia Seeds
They’ve been trendy for years now, but there’s a reason why chia seeds have risen to the top. “Chia seeds contain a lot of great omega-3 fats, which are beneficial to heart health and cognitive function,” says Perez. What’s more, if you’re on a low-carb diet of any kind (including keto), they can help you meet your fiber needs (something that can be hard to do when cutting back on carbs). One tablespoon of chia seeds contains about 3 grams of digestion-friendly fiber.
Add them to smoothies, overnight oats, sprinkle them on veggies before roasting or try chia pudding.
Add them to smoothies, overnight oats, sprinkle them on veggies before roasting or try chia pudding.
Kiwi fruit
Perez often recommends her clients eat more kiwi because they’re “loaded with fiber, and they actually have more vitamin C than a regular orange.” A single kiwi has two grams of fiber and just 42 calories. Besides, they may be the perfect bedtime snack. Past research shows eating two can help you sleep better and longer, possibly because kiwi is rich in the calming neurotransmitter serotonin.
Enjoy kiwi on its own as a snack or add it to smoothie bowls and overnight oats.
Enjoy kiwi on its own as a snack or add it to smoothie bowls and overnight oats.
Beans
“Black beans and red kidney beans have more antioxidants than blueberries,” says Perez, who advocates consuming more beans. “They’re rich in fiber and plant-based protein to keep you satisfied for longer.” For instance, a half-cup of black beans packs 7 grams of protein and more than 8 grams of fiber for 109 calories. Research in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition finds regularly including beans in your diet can help lower “bad” LDL cholesterol and reduce the risk of metabolic syndrome, heart disease and diabetes. Bonus: They’re inexpensive and easy to use.
Add beans to hearty soups, no-cook salads, tacos and breakfast burritos.
“Black beans and red kidney beans have more antioxidants than blueberries,” says Perez, who advocates consuming more beans. “They’re rich in fiber and plant-based protein to keep you satisfied for longer.” For instance, a half-cup of black beans packs 7 grams of protein and more than 8 grams of fiber for 109 calories. Research in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition finds regularly including beans in your diet can help lower “bad” LDL cholesterol and reduce the risk of metabolic syndrome, heart disease and diabetes. Bonus: They’re inexpensive and easy to use.
Add beans to hearty soups, no-cook salads, tacos and breakfast burritos.
QOTD: We are all probably familiar with beans and kiwi. I am wondering if anyone has used Chia seeds ?
