Juicing IS Working!!!

NO really... I am actually losing weight. Okay..I think I've lost about 6 pounds. But hey..it's something. My clothes are looser . And I can't tell you how great I feel. I can juice in the morning, eat a light lunch, and juice in the evening and still feel great.

I love the fact that I don't crash in the middle of the day after lunch. I only had one instance of crashing..I had a training class to attend and lunch was provided for us..and I ate a chocolate chip cookie, and drank a glass of Cherry coke..and about 1 hour after lunch, DURING the class.my body started to crash ...HARD! Ohh GAWD it was horrible.

My hubby is also feeling the effects. He has more energy. He has been running more lately, which as a result for him, kinda helps with the cough that he gets because he has sarcoidosis . I'm still making him get an X-ray and an MRI of his lungs to rule out things like cancer and such. But when he jogs on the regular, the cough and hacking goes away. And I don't worry as much. We are officially a couple of "Juicing Fools". I can drink my nutrients ALL day. my favorite fruit to use..THE CANTALOUPE . It taste AMAZINGLY smooth going down. Actually..after I post this recipe, I'm going to make me some more Juice.

This is really good , because it's so simple to make. It's called a "Ginger Glory". I hope you like it as much as I do...As I said before..I will NEVER buy store brought juice again... And that's saying something. I brought more juice than meat at times, because my hubby and I drink so much juice. Now..It's all about that fresh juice. And this is the first time EVER that there has NOT been any produce going to waste. We are practically out of fruits and veggies, and I don't get paid until Friday. I don't know what EVER WILL WE DO?

Chayil..work that juicer honey. Do it for 1 week. I know you will feel the same way I do now.

Anyway..I hope your fitness goals and efforts have not fallen by the wayside because of the cold weather. Keep it up now , so you won't have only a few weeks til summer.

Good Luck. And enjoy the recipe.

So Is The Juicing Helping?

Hey Bloggers...as you know from my last entry..I bought my juicer. Well..I am still loving it. I go for it first thing in the morning. Usually.. exercising would be my first thing. But I have been sick with a bad bad cold as of late, and haven't had the energy.

But I do think that in the short time I've been juicing that I now know how good it will be for me in conjunction with proper exercise. The main thing that I have noticed in the first week of juicing..is that I don't get that middle of the day CRASH that I got no matter how healthy I thought I was eating. Of course I have had to learn how sugar and carbs can have this effect..but I now see how taking in purely natural nutrients makes all the difference.

Something else..I can honestly say..I will NEVER go back to EVER buying store brought juices in bottles. Not just because of the costs..not just because of the crap like preservatives that's not good for me...but because the taste of fresh juice is far superior. It's amazing to actually taste a glass of freshly squeezed orange juice, to even what I THOUGHT was the best OJ on the market, being Tropicana Premium.

I also wanted to post a Smoothie recipe for all of you who are enjoying them. This one is called the "Skinny Minnie". It's pretty good. But I do have a thing for the cantaloupe.

Today..I am feeling much better. Man I had a killer head cold that was just not fun at ALL.I am about to work out. hopefully I'll be able to feel the effects as I work out . I am very excited about this new "LifeStyle"..cause that's what many call it. I'll let you know in a few weeks if there are any significant changes in my body because of juicing..both in feeling, appearance and weight.

Also ladies.Just as I suspected...I got my March issue of Oxygen before February even got here..So be on the lookout.This one has a great Abs Section that I am trying to incorporate in my daily routine somewhere.

Enjoy...and Maintain your health.

I GOT MY JUICER!!!!!!

And I am officially ...IN LOVE!

Bloggers...check out the new love of my life...

The Breville Juice Fountain Elite 800JEXL


Okay..so I have heard for years about the health benefits of juicing. and of course in watching a ton of infomercials..I wanted to buy the "Jack Lalanne Power Juicer" . But then I started doing my research. I hadn't decided on which one to buy..when my hubby came to me and said he wanted a juicer. He said he would like to be able to drink his veggies and fruits. I was so happy and told him I had planned on buying one, and didn't know which. Of course he had seen the infomercial of the one above. The price was reasonable...but I figured hey..if he wants one, and is willing to help buy it..I 'll see what else is out there.

And low and behold...I found THE JUICER TO HAVE!

OH MY GAWD....this thing is AWESOME! I love it. It makes fresh JUICE like nobody's business. I mixed a few apples, raspberries, blackberries, carrots, and celery..and it was DELICIOUS!..Never did I ever think that drinking my celery would taste so god. And more than anything...THE CLEAN UP IS EASY...important when you are buying a juicer.

Here's the online video
Everything in this video is true...down to how easy it is to clean.

If buying a juicer is something you've been contemplating...then I suggest you check this one out. It retails for $299.99. I struck it lucky, cause I got my at "Bed Bath & Beyond" ...AND I happen to NOT throw away that 20% off coupon that I get from them i n my mail every month..so that took off $60.00. If you have this store in your area...register with them so you can receive their coupon.Plus it save you $20.00 to $50.00 in shipping costs depending on the online retailer. They have the Breville Juice Fountain Plus for $149.99. And I'm sure 20% off that one would make for a great deal.

Fellow bloggers...I am like a kid with a new toy. But this toy is to become a part of my everyday life. I hope someone joins me and gets crazy about juicing as well. Don't get me wrong..I love to save money, and I'll take a discounted price anyday..but this was worth EVERY PENNY!

Recovering

Hey Bloggeers..

I just wanted to stop in and say hello, and to give all of you some encouragement on your health goals. I am recovering from a stomach virus. That was NOT FUN AT ALL!

Plus I wanted to introduce all of you to "The Pink Lady". I tend to love very TART drinks. And this one is very good.

I'm sorry. the scan of the recipe is a little of kilter..but it's all there for you to enjoy.

I hope you are all having a great day. And I'll stop by later.

I DID IT!

I did Slim N 6 Pack...the ab routine that comes with Slim N 6.... ALL THE WAY THROUGH!

You may not understand..but I have NEVER been able to finish this 11 minute routine. ..My aabs would give up ..I WOULD GIVE UP..But I didn't today.. I pushed through it..And let me tell ya..I feel SO GOOD about it.

Now the tick is to see if I can and will do it when I get home later tonight. I'm shooting for working my abs before bed.

Wish me Luck.

Also...got the new Febuary Oxygen yesterday.Pick Up Yours. Man With the way they send out to their subscribers.. I may have the March issue next week.

Starting The Day Off Right

Hey bloggers...

Well..I got up at 6am...I don't have to be to work early..so I got that extra hour and a half, so I wouldn't have an excuse to just not do my workout.I did "Turbo Jam Cardio Party 2"...ALL THE WAY THROUGH!...That makes me feel so good. It's my favorite workout...the music is awesome and gets me going ... so when I can't make it all the way through it..I know that my slacking is catching up with me. But I have a lot of things motivating me...

My hubby...a prospective trip abroad to London...but of course..My health and wellness.. One of my very best friends..practically my sister, since High School died a few weeks before Christmas of Brain cancer. She was only 35 years old. Never drank, smoked or did drugs.. and she's gone. I know people don't have to do those things to get terminal illnesses..but it does make you want to do all you can to take care of yourself. My body is going to do what it does.. But I want the assurance that I did what I could in the process to give it it's best shot and long life.

I hope all of you are doing well in your workouts. and life. I'm off to do my ab workout. Gave myself a small break to type this.

Have a great day everyone.

MAKE 2008 GREAT!

Hey Bloggers....

I just wanted to stop in today to welcome all of you and my blog into 2008. I am lucky..cause I didn't have to work today..Not only is most businesses closed..but we got up to 9 inches of snow here in Detroit. The roads are a mess..and well..my home is snuggly warm and comforting. So I'd thought I'd just enjoy this new year in the calm and comfort of home. I'm sitting here with my banana , mango and pineapple smoothie typing. I figured I needed some sustenance for my mid day work out. I think the fresh fruit smoothies and juices will be my morning mainstays from this point on. Will I give up my wonderful eggs over medium (God I love that slightly thickened yolk)...Or pancakes with turkey sausage, or even cheesy grits with lots of butter and sausage?..Of course not..But in a small effort to to eat better, but not totally miss out on the wonderful foods out there..That will strictly be an "Out To Breakfast" treat. Something I don't do that often anyway. So it won't have a major impact on my efforts to eat right.

I also thought I'd share some of my favorite fruit and smoothie recipes with you all. Just a little something to help add something new to all of our worlds. So we don't get bored. Boredom is a killer of effort. You can CLICK on the recipe to get a better view with all the nutritional facts..plus the pretty pic beside that particular recipe in the book. I hope it helps and gives you all new ideas in regards to what you can do to make your diet, balanced and healthy. So here it is.

Smoothie of the Week.
"The Power Punch"
Reviews...I admit..I'm not much on tofu..But I found this smoothie very good. It is great for in the morning either prior or right after your work out. I hope you like it.