Choose Wisely #22 -Choosing the right Pasta in P4 We’ve all heard it...eating white pasta is bad for you! “Traditional” White pasta is made from refined white flour and is a very unhealthy processed food. Refined white flour is so processed, and has all the nutrients stripped out, so much so that our bodies hardly recognize it as a food. Pasta is something most of us love and miss when doing [Continue Reading...]
Best Protein Sources
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...]
Chicken Fried Quinoa
Chicken Fried Quinoa Chicken Fried Quinoa (P3 Stabilized, P4) Just because you want to eat healthy doesn't mean you have to give up some good Chinese food. Ingredients: 2 Cups cooked quinoa 2 Cooked chicken breasts 3 Eggs scrambled 1/4 Cup chopped onion 1/4 Cup chopped green onion 1 Tablespoon Braggs Aminos mixed with 2 tablespoons water 2-3 Tablespoons coconut oil (or butter) 1 [Continue Reading...]
Brownie Friday
Black Bean Brownies with Almond Flour by: Berenice Marquette Jurgens Phase 3 Stabilized, Phase 4 15 oz can black beans, rinsed & drained well 1/4 cup carob powder 2 TBSP cocoa powder 1 tsp instant coffee 3 eggs 6 TBSP almond flour 1 tsp Stevia Glycerite 2 Stevia packets 1/2 cup coconut nectar 1 tsp vanilla 1/2 tsp almond extract 3 TBSP cream 1 TBSP [Continue Reading...]
Healthy Choice Granola
Phase 3 Staibilized I used to love granola for breakfast and then I learned how much sugar was in granola and I stopped eating it. And here I thought it was a healthy choice! But now I can have it again! With the right ingredients and the proper preparation, granola is healthy. I purchase all my nuts and seeds raw so I don't have to consume the horrible canola oil so many manufacturers use when [Continue Reading...]
Phase 4 Guide
How to Take it off and Keep it off in Phase 4! Entering Phase 4 can be exciting, but it also comes with certain reservations. We have finally met our weight loss goal and do not want to experience the heartache of gaining it all back. Phase 2 and 3 are significant, but they only take up about three months of a diet that focuses on becoming a healthier person for life. As we move into this next [Continue Reading...]
Sweet Potato Chipolte Soup
2 Large Sweet potatoes, cubed 2 Tbsp. Coconut Oil 1 medium onion, chopped 3 garlic cloves, chopped 6 C. chicken broth 2 cans green chilies 3 tomatoes, chopped (or 1 can diced tomatoes) 1 tsp. Rosemary (optional) ½ - 1 tsp. (Mrs. Dash) Chipolte seasoning (depending on how spicy you like) Salt & Pepper to taste Heat oil in saucepan and add onions and garlic. Cook until onions are [Continue Reading...]
Southwestern Veggie Wrap
Southwestern Veggie Wrap (Stabilized P3-P4) 1 C. black beans (drain and rinse canned beans) 1 med. avocado 2 Tbsp. red onion, chopped 1/2 C. cucumber, chopped 1 C. broccoli or alfalfa sprouts 1 C. cabbage, chopped (red or green) 1/4 C. chopped green and red peppers 1/4 C. corn Shredded white cheese (my favorite is Pepper Jack) Salsa (sugar free) Whole wheat tortillas Mash beans [Continue Reading...]
Barbecue Cantaloupe
Barbecue Cantaloupe I know it's not barbecue season for most of you, but here in AZ we do it year round :) 1 medium cantaloupe, cut into slices 1/4 C. butter 1/2 C. raw honey Melt butter and stir in honey. Brush over cantaloupe and place on grill for about 2-4 minutes per side [Continue Reading...]
Grilled Chicken Marinade
Grilled Chicken Marinade 1/2 C. Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1/3 C. apple cider vinegar 1 tsp. minced garlic 1 tsp. lime juice 1/2 tsp of oregano, basil, thyme 1/2 tsp. liquid Stevia extract Mix ingredients well and place chicken and marinate in a Ziploc bag. Refrigerate for 3-6 hours. Place chicken on grill until cooked, turning once. Place on serving plate and top with lemon slices, [Continue Reading...]
