For the next several weeks I will be blogging about lessons learned from "The Biggest Loser". Anyone who has been following my blog for a while knows that I like to watch that show and see the transformations. I then started to wonder if everyone understands the lessons that can be learned from the experiences of these people. So I am going to write about it and encourage you to comment back.
The first episode of the show aired last night. There are three important things to take away from this show.
Take Away #1: They started the competition off with a challange before they even entered the ranch. All the contestants were to run 1 mile. Now, to me 1 mile is not a big deal. But to people who weigh well over 300 and 400 pounds, it is a huge deal. One woman took off faster than everyone else and had a sizeable lead in the beginning. The problem came later as she started to run out of energy. She collapsed before the finish line and had to be helped (practically carried) to the finish line. There she proceeded to pass out and was non-responsive. They had to fly her out on a stretcher in a helicopter. The point is that NO ONE should EVER try what they are doing on this show. This is an extreme weight loss program that is monitored by health and emergency professionals 24 hours a day. This is a prime example as to why.
Take Away #2: All contestants are required to list medical conditions. A doctor asked a 29 year old male how someone who is over 300 pounds and considered obese can say he has no medical conditions. The contestant stated that he doesn't have anything like Type II diabetes and the doctor interrupted him and said that he does. I hear this and read about so many very large people saying that they do not have any problems. The doctor actually stated it correctly, he is in denial. So are all these other people. If you are over weight to obese, you do have problems and you need to face that fact now. Do not lie to yourself and say you are happy with the way you are because that is also a lie. One fact I want to point out here. Look around, you will notice that there are NO obese elderly people. That is because obese people WILL die prematurely if they do not lose the weight.
Take Away #3: The reason most people will not lose the weight is because they are lazy and quitters. A bold statement I know but proven last night. A 30 year old woman who weighs 476 pounds would not climb a ladder for 20 seconds. She walked out and then came back after some thought. She had previously said she never quits anything, that she is strong, and has 476 reasons to work hard. All words. I give her credit though for coming back. She lost 17 pounds that first week. Let's see if she can stay with it.
So, stop with the excuses and deal with your denials. If you want to live a normal, longer life, than find someone who can motivate you in the right direction. Also check out my products at www.askcoachb.com. For those in the Orlando area, I will do personal sessions and will work with groups. So get some freinds and get fired up.
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Thursday, September 10, 2009
White Beans & Your Health!
For the normal grocery store shopper, the only taste of white beans has been in a can of Pork and Beans. What a sad tale – because white beans have lots of great benefits that you are probably unaware of.
White beans (navy beans, great northern beans, cannellini beans):
· Are low in calories and fat
· Curb cravings
· Increase your energy
· Satisfy your appetite
· Prevent the enzyme alpha-amylase from turning carbs into sugar
· Block absorption of 2/3 carb calories
· Boost wei*ght loss up to 230%
· Are a great plant protein with slow-digesting soluble fiber
· And are very inexpensive (best purchased dry – see below for cooking)
Plus all these factors, white beans are very versatile in recipes. You can:
· Add them to pasta dishes with a variety of chopped vegetables (peppers, basil, broccoli)
· Mash them into a bean dip, or make them into hummus (instead of chickpeas)
· Sauté them with onions, garlic, bell peppers or other vegetables and season
· Stir-fry them with greens (Swiss chard, kale, etc.)
· Add them to soups with other vegetables, with or without whole grains (brown rice or quinoa)
· Grind them to a flour and use it in place of cornstarch to thicken foods
Cooking them is simpler than making pie! Just soak them in water overnight, then drain and cover with new water. Simmer 1-2 hours or pressure cook 25-30 minutes (depending on size).
For a great recipe idea…….here’s a tasty recipe from the Healthy Leaner Lifestyle series – Creatively Complete Dinners cookbook!
GARDEN VEGETABLES AND SPIRALS
8 oz. whole grain vegetable spiral pasta
2 Tbs. olive oil
3 cloves garlic, pressed
½ onion, sliced and quartered
1 red bell pepper, cut into thin long strips
1 small zucchini, cut into thin long strips
1 small yellow squash, cut into thin long strips
1 tsp. salt (or more to taste)
Black pepper, cayenne pepper or kelp granules to taste
2 C. cooked navy beans, well drained (or 15 oz. can)
2-3 Tbs. fresh snipped parsley or cilantro
· Cook pasta according to package directions; drain well
· Prepare all vegetables as suggested
· In large skillet, heat oil and stir-fry garlic, onion, bell pepper and squashes just until crisp tender
· Stir in seasonings, drained beans and pasta
· Sprinkle with parsley or cilantro just before serving. Great main dish!
To order your copy of Creatively Complete Dinners cookbook, go to http://erleentilton.com/store.htm.
Enjoy the great benefits of white beans in your menus!
For your best health,
Erleen Tilton
White beans (navy beans, great northern beans, cannellini beans):
· Are low in calories and fat
· Curb cravings
· Increase your energy
· Satisfy your appetite
· Prevent the enzyme alpha-amylase from turning carbs into sugar
· Block absorption of 2/3 carb calories
· Boost wei*ght loss up to 230%
· Are a great plant protein with slow-digesting soluble fiber
· And are very inexpensive (best purchased dry – see below for cooking)
Plus all these factors, white beans are very versatile in recipes. You can:
· Add them to pasta dishes with a variety of chopped vegetables (peppers, basil, broccoli)
· Mash them into a bean dip, or make them into hummus (instead of chickpeas)
· Sauté them with onions, garlic, bell peppers or other vegetables and season
· Stir-fry them with greens (Swiss chard, kale, etc.)
· Add them to soups with other vegetables, with or without whole grains (brown rice or quinoa)
· Grind them to a flour and use it in place of cornstarch to thicken foods
Cooking them is simpler than making pie! Just soak them in water overnight, then drain and cover with new water. Simmer 1-2 hours or pressure cook 25-30 minutes (depending on size).
For a great recipe idea…….here’s a tasty recipe from the Healthy Leaner Lifestyle series – Creatively Complete Dinners cookbook!
GARDEN VEGETABLES AND SPIRALS
8 oz. whole grain vegetable spiral pasta
2 Tbs. olive oil
3 cloves garlic, pressed
½ onion, sliced and quartered
1 red bell pepper, cut into thin long strips
1 small zucchini, cut into thin long strips
1 small yellow squash, cut into thin long strips
1 tsp. salt (or more to taste)
Black pepper, cayenne pepper or kelp granules to taste
2 C. cooked navy beans, well drained (or 15 oz. can)
2-3 Tbs. fresh snipped parsley or cilantro
· Cook pasta according to package directions; drain well
· Prepare all vegetables as suggested
· In large skillet, heat oil and stir-fry garlic, onion, bell pepper and squashes just until crisp tender
· Stir in seasonings, drained beans and pasta
· Sprinkle with parsley or cilantro just before serving. Great main dish!
To order your copy of Creatively Complete Dinners cookbook, go to http://erleentilton.com/store.htm.
Enjoy the great benefits of white beans in your menus!
For your best health,
Erleen Tilton
Back & Neck Injuries Anyone?
This past week, I had a visit from a friend, and her husband, who was schooled in the areas of massage, pressure points, and reflexology. In the course of our conversation, he briefly mentioned that because of an accident and resulting back and neck injuries, as long as he stretched out each day doing a certain few exercises, he rarely had any reoccurring problems.
Then he proceeded to show me the stretching exercises he was given to do.
As I watched him go through this routine of exercises, I was amazed to find out that he was doing step-by-step the first 8-10 minutes of my Living a Healthy Lifestyle workout routine. I could have almost sworn that he had copied my video.
I have known for a long time that stretching is important for the body's well being at any age, and as we age, stretching will keep the body limber and our muscles stronger. All three workout components (stretching, wei*ght work, and aerobics) are important for keeping fit and active, but learning about what he shared on stretching and its importance for the neck a back really amazed me.
If you are in need of a good workout for whole body fitness, or need to strengthen your neck and back, then take advantage of this month's discount at $13.95 for the Living a Healthy Lifestyle workout DVD at http://erleentilton.com/store.htm
What a blessing it is to have a strong, physical body! Take good care of your body each day with good exercise!
For your best health,
Erleen Tilton
Then he proceeded to show me the stretching exercises he was given to do.
As I watched him go through this routine of exercises, I was amazed to find out that he was doing step-by-step the first 8-10 minutes of my Living a Healthy Lifestyle workout routine. I could have almost sworn that he had copied my video.
I have known for a long time that stretching is important for the body's well being at any age, and as we age, stretching will keep the body limber and our muscles stronger. All three workout components (stretching, wei*ght work, and aerobics) are important for keeping fit and active, but learning about what he shared on stretching and its importance for the neck a back really amazed me.
If you are in need of a good workout for whole body fitness, or need to strengthen your neck and back, then take advantage of this month's discount at $13.95 for the Living a Healthy Lifestyle workout DVD at http://erleentilton.com/store.htm
What a blessing it is to have a strong, physical body! Take good care of your body each day with good exercise!
For your best health,
Erleen Tilton
Cheese - Made With Cashews!
Of all the recipe creations and experimenting I have done over the last 30 years, making all kinds of milk and cheesy type recipes using raw cashews is tops. Blanched almonds, raw pine nuts, and raw macadamia nuts can have a similar kind of outcome, but raw cashews is easier and the least expensive with the best flavor and texture.
Raw cashews can be made into: milk, cheese sauces (for lasagna, pizza, enchilada, scalloped potatoes, alfredo sauce, etc.), sour cream, cream cheese, whipped cream, creamy fruit dip, cheesecakes, frozen desserts, even a mayonnaise like spread, and so much more! Everyone is so amazed at the awesome flavor!
For those with dairy intolerances, raw cashews are a real life saver! You can make all of your favorite foods - and enjoy the rich flavor using raw cashews while improving the nutrition content!
I have created two specific cookbooks that contain recipes for dairy alternatives and the suggested foods above: Creatively Complete Dinners cookbook, and 41 Favorite Food Intolerant Recipes mini-cookbook, both of which are available at a discount this month at http://erleentilton.com/store.htm
.... and here's another great recipe from the Healthy Leaner Lifestyle series!
FETTUCCINI-VEGETABLE ALFREDO
12-14 oz. brown rice fettuccini
3 C. soy, rice or almond milk
1 C. raw cashews
3 cloves garlic
¼ C. cornstarch
2 tsp. salt
¼ tsp. black pepper
3 Tbs. olive oil
1 red bell pepper, cut into ½" x 2" strips
1 yellow bell pepper, cut into ½" x 2" strips
4 green onions, cut into 1" pieces
½ C. chopped parsley
· Cook fettuccini as directed on package; drain well
· In a blender, combine milk, cashews, garlic, cornstarch, salt, pepper, and oil
· Blend until smooth, 2-3 minutes
· Pour into large saucepan; add prepared vegetables and cook, while stirring, just until mixture thickens
· Stir in well drained fettuccini and combine
Variation: For Fettuccini-Chicken Alfredo, cut up 1 lb. fresh organic chicken breasts into 1" pieces, sauté in skillet in 1 Tbs. olive oil, season with salt to taste, and stir into sauce after thickened
This recipe and many more great ones are from Creatively Complete Dinners available at http://erleentilton.com/store.htm
CASHEW CREAM
¾ C. water
1 C. raw cashews
6 oz. silken tofu, or ½ C. pine nuts, macadamia nuts, or blanched almonds
3 Tbs. honey or agave syrup
2 Tbs. coconut oil (or other cold-pressed oil)
1 tsp. vanilla
· Place all ingredients in blender and blend very smooth
· Use in place of dairy whipped cream; chill well for fruit dip.
This recipe and many more great ones are from 41 Favorite Food Intolerant Recipes available at http://erleentilton.com/store.htm
Get your copies now at a discount - and begin enjoying the benefits of Raw Cashews!! Have a great week!
For your best health,
Erleen Tilton
Raw cashews can be made into: milk, cheese sauces (for lasagna, pizza, enchilada, scalloped potatoes, alfredo sauce, etc.), sour cream, cream cheese, whipped cream, creamy fruit dip, cheesecakes, frozen desserts, even a mayonnaise like spread, and so much more! Everyone is so amazed at the awesome flavor!
For those with dairy intolerances, raw cashews are a real life saver! You can make all of your favorite foods - and enjoy the rich flavor using raw cashews while improving the nutrition content!
I have created two specific cookbooks that contain recipes for dairy alternatives and the suggested foods above: Creatively Complete Dinners cookbook, and 41 Favorite Food Intolerant Recipes mini-cookbook, both of which are available at a discount this month at http://erleentilton.com/store.htm
.... and here's another great recipe from the Healthy Leaner Lifestyle series!
FETTUCCINI-VEGETABLE ALFREDO
12-14 oz. brown rice fettuccini
3 C. soy, rice or almond milk
1 C. raw cashews
3 cloves garlic
¼ C. cornstarch
2 tsp. salt
¼ tsp. black pepper
3 Tbs. olive oil
1 red bell pepper, cut into ½" x 2" strips
1 yellow bell pepper, cut into ½" x 2" strips
4 green onions, cut into 1" pieces
½ C. chopped parsley
· Cook fettuccini as directed on package; drain well
· In a blender, combine milk, cashews, garlic, cornstarch, salt, pepper, and oil
· Blend until smooth, 2-3 minutes
· Pour into large saucepan; add prepared vegetables and cook, while stirring, just until mixture thickens
· Stir in well drained fettuccini and combine
Variation: For Fettuccini-Chicken Alfredo, cut up 1 lb. fresh organic chicken breasts into 1" pieces, sauté in skillet in 1 Tbs. olive oil, season with salt to taste, and stir into sauce after thickened
This recipe and many more great ones are from Creatively Complete Dinners available at http://erleentilton.com/store.htm
CASHEW CREAM
¾ C. water
1 C. raw cashews
6 oz. silken tofu, or ½ C. pine nuts, macadamia nuts, or blanched almonds
3 Tbs. honey or agave syrup
2 Tbs. coconut oil (or other cold-pressed oil)
1 tsp. vanilla
· Place all ingredients in blender and blend very smooth
· Use in place of dairy whipped cream; chill well for fruit dip.
This recipe and many more great ones are from 41 Favorite Food Intolerant Recipes available at http://erleentilton.com/store.htm
Get your copies now at a discount - and begin enjoying the benefits of Raw Cashews!! Have a great week!
For your best health,
Erleen Tilton
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