Submitted by Name: Lorrie From: Philadelphia E-mail: Contact
Comments: I've just discovered Meals and Moves!! Love it I have 2 switches I've made- one run less and lift more. Muscle is good! The other is eating more wheat berries. I love wheat berry chili- it is filling and delish!
Submitted by Name: Bonnie Rhodes From: Orlando, FL E-mail: Contact
Comments: My switch is a little different. I switched from thinking I'm "disabled" to thinking I'm "enabled differently," So, I'm trying each month to do one thing more that I couldn't before, or to change one thing that will help improve my health. I have several "incurable" genetic conditions, so this takes baby steps, and may take the rest of my life, but at least each month is a little bit better. I did a fairly big step though to start this month - I was eating very little meat, but this month I've switched to being entirely vegetarian! Who knows? Vegan may be just around the bend. Thank you!
Added: April 30, 2011
Submitted by Name: Jill DaSilva From: Canada E-mail: Contact
Comments: My simple switch is to included more protein in my diet as protein keeps me fuller longer and provides me much needed fuel for my active lifestyle
Thats why I love Simply Bars..Because it gives me a quick boost of protein without all the added sugar and fats.
Added: March 30, 2011
Submitted by Name: zoe k. From: San Francisco, CA E-mail: Contact
Comments: Here's a few I'm trying hard to stick to this week:
1. use milk instead of cream in my hot drinks 2. swap balsamic vinaigrette dressing for nonfat soy or olive oil + vinegar 3. measure things (vs dont measure food amounts)
Added: March 25, 2011
Submitted by Name: Cathy G From: Ailsa Craig E-mail: Contact
Comments: Hi..am still doing the green tea...have started a competition with myself on my Wii..to keep my exercise up to par..
Comments: I have recently started writing down a few things I plan on accomplishing each day, and I also write down a few things I have accomplished AFTER I have donw them. It gives me a great sense of accomplishment and of being productive. It esp helps when I have not had the best day. I can go back, and focus on the positive and it really shifts my perspective to being back on track and positive. It is little things, such as: ate some veggies, walked, got fresh air, stayed positive, didn't eat the entire pizza, took my vitamins etc. The key is to write it as a reflection at the end up the day. Little things add up. Even if they seem insignificant, they go a long way to giving you a healthy mental boost and encourage you to make the next day even better!
Added: March 10, 2011
Submitted by Name: Clora From: Windsor, ON E-mail: Contact
Comments: I've always been a healthier eater, ontop of that I'm intolerant to wheat. I have been tracking my nutrition to ensure that I am eating properly, since I am attempting to concieve a child, only to find my healthy diet left me protien deficient by nearly 1/2 of the requirements. I was already consuming higher protien foods and to eat even more is crazy! I checked out protiens shakes & bars, ones wihtout harmful ingredients to a fetus and gluten/wheat. There were a few bars out there, only ofeering 4-6g of protien. Hardly worth it's price tag. So my switches are to eat smaller frequent meals and a daily The Simply Bar, the afternoon snack. Since the switches, I rarely have that afternoon energy slump and I have been feeling more engerized throughout the day, in addition to maintaining the daily recommend requirements. Thanks for helping me get on track to a healthier 2011!
Added: March 3, 2011
Submitted by Name: Dennis Skuplik From: Calgary E-mail: Contact
Comments: The biggest switch I have made is often the 'smallest' one that I can implement with ease, and do with consistency until I habituate it. I have sore knees, but make an effort to move or do something physical every day. I also set projects for myself, that are physical as well as productive. On the advice of my daughter who does Nutritional Consulting, I have implemented certain foods into my diet-as opposed to cutting some out. This has led me to decrease the amount of unhealthy, sugar filled foods I eat. I also have started to focus on nutrient rich food, and take Vit D and B's. My goal is to make a conscious effort to minimized processed foods and get more lean protein in. Luckily, I eat a Mediterranean diet, with a lot of vegetables, Omega 3 etc. I also find that reading books about different Countries helps manage my stress, as do after dinner walks.This has made me feel and THINK healthier.
Added: February 24, 2011
Submitted by Name: Barbara From: Calgary E-mail: Contact
Comments: I focus on enjoying the simple things in life, and substituting away from the more chemical/harmful/plastic etc products to healthy alternatives and substitutes. Focusing on what is the best for you, from a mental standpoint, is so empowering and makes you feel great! It doesn't take a lot of money, and yet makes you feel special (such as redecorating your home to look like a show home- makes it feel new!), or reading books about different cultures etc feels like a mini vacation and broadens your mind. I make it a point to go to the gym every morning so I feel rejuvenated and refreshed and start my day with a positive mindset.Realizing that we are all different, and focusing on what makes ME happy and feel great vs what "society' says SHOULD make me feel great. Getting in touch with who I am and honoring that.
Name: Lorrie
From: Philadelphia
E-mail: Contact
I've just discovered Meals and Moves!! Love it