Question of the week #4- What are the best choices for protein? This weeks vlog discusses the importance of protein and what sources are the best choices for your overall health. It’s key to have a high protein intake on P3. Protein foods also help to slow down the absorption of glucose into the bloodstream which reduces hunger by reducing insulin levels and making it easier for the body to [Continue Reading...]
Eat this Greek Yogurt
Choose Wisely #1 This will be a version of choose this and not that. We want you to make wise choices at the grocery store which can be somewhat confusing. The Greek Yogurt industry has exploded and is becoming mainstream in all the grocery stores. However, there is good Greek Yogurt and bad. This new section will help you pick the right foods and make wise choices on your selections of [Continue Reading...]
Eating Clean Vlog
How do you know if you should eat clean or do a correction day? Fairly often we tell individuals who struggle with a gain to “eat clean,” but few people understand what we are talking about, so I wanted to do a quick review of when and when not to do a correction day. Absolutely no processed foods or sugars including natural sugars like Agave or honey. Avoid milk and cheese as they can be very [Continue Reading...]
Protein Increases Metabolism
Carol's Facebook Quick Tips # 27 Did you know that protein raises your metabolism? Studies show that protein can increase the burning of calories by up to 25%. So make sure you get in your protein - shakes, Greek Yogurt, lean beef, chicken ... It takes more energy for your body to digest protein and that extra energy burns more calories! [Continue Reading...]
Strawberry Spinach Salad
P3-P4 Salad Recommend stabilized in Phase 3 for several weeks. 4 c. fresh spinach 1/2 red onion, sliced 1 pt. strawberries, sliced Dressing: 1/2 c. Safflower mayonnaise 1/4 c. milk 1/2 c. organic whole cane sugar (such as Rapadura) 1 1/2 Tbsp. Greek Yogurt 2 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar 1 to 2 Tbsp. poppy seeds Put spinach, strawberries and onion in bowl. Combine dressing [Continue Reading...]
Omega-3 Sources
Carol's Facebook Quick Tips #21 Omega-3 are essential to good health. They help your body burn fat more efficiently! They raise your metabolism & lower your triglyceride levels. Sources include ground flaxseed, flaxseed oil, fish oil, tuna, salmon, sardines, walnuts & leafy greens. I keep a jar of flax seeds in my pantry & add them in my recipes, mix them with my Greek yogurt, [Continue Reading...]
Cheesecake Friday!
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have all of Carol's famous Cheescake recipes in one place. Today we highlight the Phase 3 Cheescakes for protocol. This diet has changed how we look at food and the ingredients we are using. Who knew Cheescake could be healthy too! Original NY Cheesecake 4 oz. cream cheese whole whipping cream (1/2 C. whipped) 2 -3 drops (to taste) [Continue Reading...]
Quesadilla
Phase 3 recipe So one of my favorite things to eat before I lost weight was Quesadillas. Having found Ezekiel, I am so excited to be able to make it and enjoy them once again. 1 Flour less Tortilla from Ezekiel, Food for Life 1/4 Tbs Butter Heat butter in pan, and place tortilla in pan, browning both sides. Add to one side of the tortilla the following: 3/4 shredded cheddar cheese, [Continue Reading...]
