Saturday, May 18, 2013

Whats cooking good look'n?

I love getting creative in the kitchen and coming up with healthy dishes.
 
 
Starbucks doesn't have anything on this tastey drink. I created my version of a Iced Coffee Frap.
~ 1 scoop of Chocolate protein powder
~ splash of coconut extract
~ 1 packet of stevia
~1 banana
~1 packet of instant coffee
wowzers, this was soooo good!!! It seriously tasted like a frap!!
 
 
Flatbread pizza.
~ ground turkey
~laughing cow cheese
~ 1 piece of flatout bread
~Walden Farms Tomato Basil sauce
~ So simple. Just cook ground turkey then place toppings on flatout bread then cook I the over on 350* for about 15-20 until flatbread is crisp
 
 
Crazy Taco
~ Flatbread
~ Walden Farms Tomato Basil sauce
~ onions
~peppers
~ground turkey
~salsa
~ saute meat and veggies. Then stuff this bad boy and hold together with toothpicks and place in the oven on a cookie sheet and cook on 350* for about 15 min
 

Honey Dijon pretzel crusted chicken and a side of salad and portobello mushroom
 
~ for the chicken....
~ crush 7 pretzels
~ dip 2, 2 oz chicken strips in Walden Farms Honey Dijon dressing
~ roll the pretzels in crushed pretzels after coating both sides of chicken with dressing
~ I added some spices to the mixture to give it some extra flavor
~ place on a cookie sheet and cook on 350* for about 20 min until chicken is crispy.
 
 


Hope you enjoy these meal ideas!!

Family Fun!

 
 
 
My sweet grandmomma turned 99. She is the sweetest lil lady....always happy and smiling. Here I am feeding her, her birthday cake and ice cream. She can feed herself, but I guess she wanted a little "Kim" time because it took me about 20 min to sit there and feed her. I loved every minute. She was so precious!
 
 
 
My lovely mom on Mothers Day. She is my best friend, cheerleader, encourager, and the most selfless women I know.


I am so blessed with such an amazing family. lol, we actually LOVE spending time together and have so much. It is never a dull moment with us. We are always cracking jokes, dancing, and laughing at something one of us did or said. I would choose tohang out with my family over friends any day. That is something not many people can say.
 
 

Thursday, May 16, 2013

Making a List and Checking it Twice

These past few months have been sooo exciting!! My sister got engaged in December, so we have been wedding planning for her wedding in July. I , of course, am the Maid of Honor and could not be more thrilled!!

Her love story is so sweet. She and her future hubby have the sweetest relationship. They are truly the perfect match. There is such a peace in their relationship. My sister has always taught me to make a list of qualities that I want in a future hubby and pray over it daily. Everything that she prayed for and wanted in a guy, her fiance has. God truly gives you the desires of your heart when you are walking and seeking Him and His will for your life. God has been the center of their relationship from the get go. They have the most beautiful God centered relationship. I love the way he looks at her, how he makes her smile, and become a better person. Our family could not be more happy to add Dave into our family. He is the missing puzzle piece that we have prayed for to help complete our family puzzle.

If you haven't ever made a list of qualities you want in a guy/girl then I urge you to do so. Start by making your list with your 5 must haves. These are your non negotiables. Things that you must have in a mate. Ex. Must have an active and growing relationship with the Lord, good sense of humor, healthy.... whatever your heart desires, write it down. Then write down your 5 can't stands. The 5 things that you do NOT want your mate to have. Ex. not having a relationship with the Lord, smoker, lazy, not loyal.... write these things down. Within the first couple of dates you have with someone you can tell if they have , or don't have these qualities. If they don't have these qualities then walk away. You won't be truly happy in your relationship ,and you will constantly be trying to fix them.

These are just a few things that I have on my list that are important to me.

~ Active relationship with the Lord. I want him to be the spiritual leader of our relationship
~Good sense of humor
~ Leader, people person, friendly
~Good relationship with his family
~ Speak my love language of touch and words of affirmation
~Healthy. Enjoys living a healthy lifestyle with diet and exercise
~ Good communicator
~Smart financially. Makes good decisions with $ and finances
~ Ambitious and adventurous
~Loves to travel
~chivalrous- open car door for me
~ someone who stretches me spiritually, mentally, and physically
~ Tall, dark, and handsome. And good head of hair. ahah I figure it doesn't hurt to pray for this. ;)

Being completely honest and transparent with you guys. I have dated some serious duds!! I knew from the beginning that the relationship was not right, but because I desired so badly to be in a relationship and in love....I tried everything to make it work. Bad decision, it only caused me more internal pain leaving me so unhappy in the relationship. I have reached a place in my life where I am so content with where I am right now. I don't need a guy to complete me, or make me feel better about myself. I would much rather be single then in a wrong relationship with a guy trying to make things work. I am embracing being single  and working on myself, so that I can be the best me in my future relationship. I want to be who my future mate is looking for. I realize that I need to be complete before I enter in a relationship, because no guy is going to be able to complete me like the Lord. So I am taking this time to work on me. I have goals and things that I want to accomplish and work on. I am so passionate about life and some things that the Lord has placed on my heart. I have learned to live life on purpose and embrace each day with passion.


I am no relationship expert ,but when I see couples break up, get back together, break up get back together....it kinda puts up a red flag. I heard someone once say that when you are dating someone and constantly breaking up and getting back together that you are practicing for divorce. What a true statement. There is obviously an underline reason why you constantly are breaking up. Evaluate that reason. Do you not have a peace? If not then, hello!!! Run, do NOT settle, that is the worst thing you could possibly do. The Lord has the perfect match out there for you. He is the perfect match maker, so trust Him with your love life!! Are you trying to let that guy fill a place in your life that only God can fill? Maybe it's that your relationship with your earthly father isn't great and that your family life isn't strong. Are you trying to find that love in a guy that you never received in your family?

If friends and family caution you that they don't have a peace about the relationship you are in then listen!! They know you. They knew you before the guy came along and can see that maybe you aren't yourself, or are changing in maybe a not so good way. Listen to them. Sometimes we can be blinded by what we think is love, so it's good to have friends and family speak into your life.

If you are constantly breaking up and getting back together...don't you think you should examine why this is happening? If you have been with the guy for over a yr and still don't know if you want to marry him.... then tell me why are you still with him? If it's the right relationship you will just know and there will be no doubt. I can understand breaking up once and examining your relationship, but if you break up anymore then that...I do not think you are in the right relationship. The right relationship shouldn't be constant work. Yes, there are obviously things to work on in every relationship, but if there are constantly issues and things that you are finding you are being asked to change about yourself.... is that really how you want to spend the rest of your life? You should never have to change who you are to make someone else happy. Be who you are. If you are feeling anxiety and pressure in the relationship then it's not a healthy relationship.

The right relationship will be full of peace and joy. Others around you will affirm this relationship. In a wrong relationship chances are there are a lot of problems and "things to work out" and  "breaks." From the very beginning when my sister began to date her now fiance there was such a peace. We knew from the very beginning that he was the one for her. He brought out the best in her and we just knew that they were meant to be. Sure they have had a few issues like any couple to work on, but their relationship has been a constant struggle to fix things.

Signs of an unhealthy relationship.....

 Are you constantly having to "fix things" , work on yourself, take breaks? Do you have anxiety? Do you have fear that he will get mad if you don't answer when he calls? Does he tell you that he isn't sure if your personalities mesh well? How often do you spend time with your best friend? Do you still make time for your best friend?What does your best friend say about your bf? Do they have red flags?How do you spend your time? Is it just the two of you on the weekends hanging out? That annoys me so bad when I see couples that just hang out the two of themselves all the time and seclude themselves. There weekends consist of staying in all weekend.  How boring? That does not sound like an exciting relationship. That's what you do when you have been married for years!!  I think it is so important to surround yourself with people ,so you can see how your significant other reacts when others are around. Plan double dates, game nights, get friends together to go hiking, have family dinners. I am not saying that all your time should be spent with others, but do have a good balance. There should be a good division of spending time with just the two of you, with friends, and then with family. Make date nights fun for the two of you. Maybe train for a race, play a sport together like tennis, cook together, have a picnic( picnics are my favourite), read a devotional and discuss it together. Make your relationship fun and active. Dating should be the time when you are really enjoying trying new things, challenging each other, and experiencing life in a fun way.

Like I said, I am no expert guru, but I have learned a lot from past experiences. I am just speaking from experience. I hope that this helps someone.

Big hugs from me to you!!

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Mirror mirror on the wall...



Mirror mirror on the wall who is the fairest of them all? Heart pounding, say my name please? Validate my beauty, tell me I am worthy, acceptable, lovely!!! Have you found yourself in this same place looking and searching for acceptance from  an inanimate object, a person, yourself, or maybe even God? I know I have.

Recently I picked back up a book that I read several months ago. It's such a powerful book and addresses the root issue ,the yuckie puckie, "unloving spirit." It is packed full of so many wonderful, valuable truths to help set you on the path of freedom from the unloving spirit that entangles  in a web of lies.

You have to love yourself, and know who God created. The "yuckie puckie" ,(evil spirit), unloving spirit has some friends. Rejection and self- rejection. Chances are you have probably met these two. If you want to be free from these unwanted friends then you have to forgive those who rejected you. You also have to forgive yourself and accept yourself. Next to God, YOU. must be your own best friend. After all, you're kinda stuck with yourself.


Lets identify an unloving spirit....

It sneakily attaches itself to you to make you feel rejected and reject yourself, unworthy, and like you don't measure up.

Here is a little homework assignment for you. Did you cringe? I know, I am not a fan of homework either, but I promise you that this exercise can free you from years of torment.

List everything in your life that is contributing to your rejection, your self rejection, your self hatred, and the unloving spirit that came to you from someone else. List the people and their names. Both dead and alive. Include mom, dad, siblings, pastor, boss....anyone that has violated you in the area of trust and love that has allowed the unloving spirit to rule in your life. This exercise will help you recognize the dynamics in your family tree that are not of God. And for you to identify the areas in your life that are keeping you from freedom.

It's time for you to move on. Forgive and let the Lord take hold of your heart. Reclaim your life. Take authority over this yuckie puckie that has ruled to long in your life.

Don't get stuck in the past. The devil would love nothing more than to keep you stuck in your past and make it your future. So get some attitude with Satan and tell him you are going on without him. Your past DOES NOT dictate your future. Make the decision today to give these yuckie puckies the boot.

There is freedom in Christ available to you. Receive the Love of God.

Fear of man, Fear of rejection, Fear of Failure and Fear of abandonment are fertile ground for the unloving spirit to rule in you.

A penny for your thoughts... If you put a penny in a jar for every negative thought you had about yourself how full would your jar be? Lets look in our thought closets and get rid of those negative, self destructing thoughts that need to be thrown in the garbage.

You can think of it like this.....positive thoughts are like seeds planted in the garden. In order to have a beautiful garden you must plant seeds. The garden becomes beautiful, vibrant, colorful and breathtaking with its array of different flowers. But be careful,the negative thoughts/weeds will come to quickly destroy your garden if you aren't careful.


I pray that as you read this blog post that the Lord revealed Himself to you in a powerful way. There is no greater love than His love. There is freedom for you. Take hold of these truths and do a makeover on yourself. Clean out your closet and get rid of those things that don't belong.

Big hugs from me to you!!!

Tuesday, April 30, 2013

Whats for lunch?

Whats for lunch you ask? It's Honey Dijon( Walden Farms dressing) grilled chicken and asparagus wrap with a side of veggies.
 
 
 

Whats for dessert?

I got creative and came up with a recipe for a chocolate, strawberry "crepe." Best part was that it was only 104 cals opposed to a real nutella and strawberry crepe being 390 whopping cals.
 
 
  • Ingredients-
  • 1 whole wheat low carb tortilla
  • 1/8 cup part skim ricotta cheese
  • cocoa powder
  • packet of stevia
  • Walden Farms Chocolate Sauce
  • Spray butter
*Directions-
1)Spray pan and place tortilla in the pan. Spray the tortilla with spray butter and sprinkle with cocoa powder and stevia. Flip occasionally so both sides are browned and have cocoa powder.
2) place ricotta cheese on one side of the tortilla,  then drizzle with Walden Farms Chocolate sauce, fold edge of tortilla over ,and then let the cheese melt slightly.
3) then take the "crepe" out of the pan, drizzle with more chocolate sauce and top with desired fruit.

Enjoy!!!!

Wednesday, April 24, 2013

Grilling isn't just for guys!!

 
Thank you Mr. George Foreman for making my life so simple!! It's never been easier to whip up a quick, yummy, and healthy dinner. I wish I could give you a hug!! Think again if you think you will see me outside by the big boy ( actual manly grill) grilling. The thought of having fire blow up in my face and burn my perfectly tweezed eyebrows makes me a little frightened to use the actual manly grill, so I get my grill on inside with my lovely George Foreman grill.
 
 
Today I grilled asparagus, green peppers, and cinnamon apples to go with my scrambled egg flatbread wrap. Wowzers!!! so yummy!
 
 
 
 
Another yummy dinner made by yours truly...... top pic is zucchini, tomatoes, and chicken mixed with Walden Farms tomato basil sauce. It was so tasty. The boys ( dad and bro even got seconds...score!!!)

Bottom pic is a stuffed  mushroom. Ground turkey, brown rice, spinach, and Walden Farms tomato basil sauce made this dish delectable!!

Makeup tips!!

 
I loveeee to get on You Tube and watch makeup tutorials. This is one of my absolute fav videos on highlighting and contouring the face. Take a looksie!!
 
 
 

How to Get More Done in Less Time

Do you feel that you are always running in circles being pulled in a million different ways. I often feel like I am on a hamster wheel running and running and getting nowhere. Can anyone relate?
Well, below I  have listed 15 steps to Get MORE done in LESS time written by the mastermind Dr. John C. Maxwell.


  • Never begin the day until is is finished on paper
  • Learn to say NO
  • Apply the 80/20 principle in everything
  • Spend your greatest amount of time with the smallest number of people
  • Identify your limit factor
  • Know what you want to accomplish
  • Understand that "spending your time" is not a metaphor
  • To make a day count make each minute count
  • Realize that lost time is never found again
  • Have a positive mental attitude
  • Let your long-term perspective determine your short term priorities
  • Ask yourself " why am I on the payroll"
  • Create large chunks of time
  • Put pressure on yourself
  • Be self disciplined


So, try applying a couple of these rules and see how you can easily get more accomplished and be way more productive with your day!!!

Friday, April 19, 2013

Get yo' sweat on!!!

Spinning is one of my absolute Fav workouts!You def get your sweat on and burn up those calories. Lights off, music pumping, and sweat dripping!! Makes you feel like you are in a workout music video, or at least it makes me feel that way. One of the most entertaining instructors I have had actually gets off of his bike and comes around to your bike to add a little motivation, fist pumping, and jarvisms( sayings/singings....yes, he actually sings ,well,  more like raps to us!!) "No whining, no whining" ...." I work hard, 'cause I want to" ...."I'm sexy and I know it" are some of the Jarvisms that we here throughout class!!
 
 
 
If you have ever seen the show New Girl, then you have probably seen this hilarious video by Schmidt. Check out why he gets his spin on!! =)
 
 
 
 
“I’m not some amateur spinner, spinning instructor, I’m a freakin’ cardio freak” 
 Are you ready to join Schmidt “in a formal stationary bike ride?” In the words of Schmidty himself:
A. Yes.
B. It’s on.
C. Let’s do this.
 
 
I loveee working out, staying fit and eating healthy!! I love how it makes me feel,but lets face it, I don't always feel like working out. With school, substitute teaching and a busy schedule I am always needing a little extra boost to help me get through my workouts.
 
 
 
Soooo, drumroll please!!!! Here are a few of my must have products for giving me the energy that I need!!
 
 
1) Xs Energy drink. I CANT live without this bad boy!!! Seriously. It is so hard to function without it. Shh, don't tell my family, but I have a secret stash, so no one gets mine!!
A zero-carb, sugar-free blast of energy!

You’ll love this powerful infusion of orange, lemon, lime – and a spritz of sparkling carbonation. This refreshing energizer boosts mental and physical energy with a powerful punch of B vitamins and key ingredients to add a little pucker to your power

 
 
604991 - XS® Energy Drink Citrus Blast
 
A zero-carb, sugar-free blast of energy!

You’ll love this powerful infusion of orange, lemon, lime – and a spritz of sparkling carbonation. This refreshing energizer boosts mental and physical energy with a powerful punch of B vitamins and key ingredients to add a little pucker to your power
   
Description
Gulp down a snappy splash of sensational citrus! This AMWAY™ exclusive energy drink delivers a blast of energy in a sugar-free flavor explosion. Available in 12 flavors to rock out your day (including two caffeine-free varieties), the only question that’s left is which is your favorite? XS® Energy Drink uses a proprietary blend of premium ingredients infused with powerful B vitamins to boost your energy for a refreshing new focus on the day.
Benefits
  • Packs a powerful punch of B vitamins to boost mental and physical energy.
  • Proprietary formula delivers herbs, vitamins, key amino acids, and folic acids.
  • Offers a delicious, sugar-free energy boost that lasts.
  • Citrus Blast contains zero carbs and 8 calories per 8.4-oz. can.
  • Single-serve cans are great to grab and go, for energy anytime, anywhere.
  • Kosher certified.
 
XS ENERGY DRINK RUNS CIRCLES AROUND THE COMPETITION.


XS

® Wild Berry
Red Bull

®
Red Bull Sugar Free


Monster Energy

®
Monster Lo-Carb


Calories

8*


110


10


100


10


Sodium

25 mg


200 mg


200 mg


180 mg


180 mg


Potassium

35 mg


0 mg


0 mg


0 mg


0 mg


Total Carbs

0 g


28 g


3 g


27 g


3 g


Sugar

0 g


27 g


0 g


27 g


3 g


Protein

1.5 g


<1 g


1 g


0 g


0 g


Vitamin A

0


0


0


0


0


Vitamin C

0


0


0


0


0


Calcium

0


0


0


0


0


Iron

0


0


0


0


0


Vitamin B2

0


0


0


100%


100%


Vitamin B3

100%


100%


100%


100%


100%


Vitamin B5

100%


50%


50%


0%


0%


Vitamin B6

300%


250%


250%


100%


100%


Vitamin B12

4,900%


80%


80%


100%


100%


Sweetner

Ace K/Sucralose


Sucrose/Glucose


Ace K/Aspartame


Sucrose/Glucose


Glucose/Sucralose



 
 
 
2) My Number 2 must have, rhodiola!!!
101593 - NUTRILITE® Rhodiola 110 Supplement - 60 Count
Maximize your performance with endurance and focus!You’ll have it all with the proven, natural ingredients in NUTRILITE Rhodiola 110. More energy and concentration for work and play. The endurance and focus of an athlete for better workouts. Get energy and endurance from the Arctic herb rhodiola rosea and caffeine naturally sourced from green tea – so you can do it all!
 
So, message me at kma2@bellsouth.net to get a deal on these energy packed goodies!!!  And tell me.... in the words of Schmidt himself,
 
A. "Yes." I want the XS Energy drinks. I want the powerful punch of B vitamins to boost my mental and physical energy.
B. "It’s on." I want more energy and concentration for my work and play, and the endurance and focus of an athlete for better workouts.
C. "Let’s do this." I feel like a snail throughout the day barely moving, so give me both!!!
 
 

Wednesday, April 17, 2013

Wanna look like Miss America?!!

Moms, you deserve to feel beautiful!! Mothers day is coming up, so why not treat yourself to a little pampering. Wipe off the babyfood that is smeared across your cheek and treat yourself to a little beauty treatment. You more than deserve it!!
 
Miss America is the official spokeswoman for Artistry skincare and cosmetics. Artistry is among the worlds top 5,largest- selling premium skincare brands.
 
A couple of fancy facts about Artistry:
 
~ Its premium- meaning the only direct- selling skincare and cosmetics brand to earn recognition in the premium beauty category.
~ Clinically tested- All Artistry products are clinically tested and guaranteed to perform.
~ Distinguished buy quality- Artistry skincare products exceed quality standards and contain only the best ingredients.
~ Innovation- holds over 200 patents and patents- pending in the skincare field.
~ Satisfaction guaranteed- 180 day, 100% customer satisfaction guarantee. If you do not positively love your Artistry products, they refund your money!!! Wow, how awesome right? I don't know of any other brands that would refund you back all your money and after 180 days!! Awesome!!
~ Performance- over 35 years experience and over $1.4 billion in global sales annually.
~ worldwide market- sold in over 80 countries and territories worldwide
~Comparatively priced- Lets be real, who wants to spend an arm and a leg on looking pretty? Not me!! Well, don't worry, Artistry won't break the bank!! =)
 
Ok, so enough of all the facts!! See for yourself why Miss America lovesss Artistry and I will highlight some of my favorite products. I know you are probably thinking you are far from Miss Americas look alike, but what if I told you that you could achieve her look? Well you can!!
 
 
Now the fun and fabulous part!!!! Lets look at some fabulous products!!
 
Ooo la la!! Light up lip gloss!!! One of my absolute favorite things!!
3097 - ARTISTRY® Light Up Lip Gloss
Description
Keeping your lips looking luscious has never been easier! Light Up Lip Gloss lets you touch up your pout – on the go, in low light, anywhere – with a LED light on the applicator and a built-in mirror. Achieving your lip perfection can be effortless anytime, anywhere.
Fabulous Facts ( because, seriously who wouldn't want to know about the fabulous facts?)
  • Light up your look anywhere with LED lights located in the gloss application wand. The shine of the LED lights will guarantee you are never in the dark when applying this lip gloss.
  • Perfect your pout anytime using the built-in mirror for flawless application. See for yourself and never wonder if your gloss is on right.
  • Find your perfect match with fabulous versatile shades. ARTISTRY Light Up Lip Gloss offers versatile shades to complement every skin tone.
  • Feel the cool, minty sensation every time you touch up your lips. Beautifully shiny and refreshingly minty, Light Up Lip Gloss provides a perfect pairing for sensational looking and feeling lips.

3598 - ARTISTRY® Enchanted Garden Collection Water Color Eye Shadow Trios
Description
Enchanted Garden Water Eye Colors inspire subtle-to-intense looks with a new dual-phase formula in two palettes, each with a trio of luminous shades.
  • Pearl Trio: Glistens with the delicacy of morning dew in shades of Midnight Star, Twilight, and Golden Sunset.
  • Sparkle Trio: Entices with translucent blues and garden hues of Bronzed Shell, Crushed Rose, and Golden Pearl.
Benefits
  • Water-based, dual-formula mixes inside the vial.
  • Instantly transforms into a silky powder finish that glides effortlessly across the lid.
  • Buildable, blendable shades create subtle-to-intense color effects.


This next product is so amazing!! Time Defiance skincare system
 104175 - ARTISTRY® TIME DEFIANCE® Skin Care System Normal/Dry

Look 41% younger.* Improve your skin’s firmness, smoothness, and luminosity, and increase hydration by 181% with our most advanced anti-aging skincare system using smart technology to deliver extra hydration where your skin needs it most.

A Miss America Favorite

*The clinically tested Performance Index shows an improvement in the visible signs of aging by 41%.

Benefits
  • Improves the visible signs of aging by 41% in 12 weeks with a four-product skincare system including a cleanser, toner, day moisturizer, and night crème.
  • Provides benefits beyond invasive procedures with leading-edge skincare formulas.
  • Gently cleanses and calms skin.
  • Pampers, hydrates, and prepares skin to receive maximum anti-aging benefits.
  • Offers the most powerful age defense available from ARTISTRY® skincare today – to help prevent and repair visible damage, while increasing skin hydration by 181%!
  • Noncomedogenic/nonacnegenic (won't clog pores or promote acne).
  • Dermatologist and allergy tested to minimize allergies and irritations.



For any questions or if you want to look super fab like Miss America shoot me an email at kma2@bellsouth.net and we will have you looking glammed up!! Oh, before I forget to mention, guess what?!!!! I will be doing a drawing and giving away a light up lipgloss!! So comment bellow and I will put your name in the drawing.

****** Now to the realllyyyyyyy good part!! I will be taking a 10% discount off all orders!! woohoo!!!



Recipe for happy healthy Kids!

Frank  Luntz is an American political consultant, pollster, and Republican Party strategist. His most recent work has been with the Fox News Channel as a frequent commentator and analyst, as well as running focus groups after presidential debates. I had the privilege of hearing him speak at a conference recently.  Look at the checklist below and see if you are providing a nourishing  environment for a happy, healthy child.


  1. Do you have dinner with your kids? You already know how passionate I am about this subject.
  2. Do you take them to church. Kids will learn how to behave and show respect better towards themselves and others.
  3. How often do you check your child's homework? This shows that you care about them.
  4. Do you go on trips with your family? Put away the phone and have real and meaningful conversation with your kids? Whats their best friends name? Their teachers name? Do you know the answer to these simple questions?
  5. Do your kids tell you the truth of where they are going?
  6. Do they participate in a team sport? So many important facets can be learned through playing team sports.
So, ask yourself these questions. If some areas need a little tweaking then why not start now? It's never to late to make changes. =)

Healthy habits for kids and Recipe blogs I LOVE!

        I am so passionate about helping kids create healthy eating habits at a young age. I have been a nanny for yrs and am a substitute teacher now as I finish up my teaching degree. Stats show that the prevalence of overweight children ages 6-11 has TRIPLED!! Parents, you play such a vital role in your children's lives. Little eyes are always watching what you do. Applaud yourself for making healthy lifestyle changes in your own life, because as you do this your children will see the benefits of eating healthy and exercising and want to be like you. Say no to fast food, or try just having it once a wk!! I know life gets busy and evenings are a hectic time , but try sitting down as a family for dinner at least 3 times a wk. It is a great time to reconnect and shows your kids that you care. Put AWAY your phones for 15 min and have a convo with your kids! Growing up as busy as we were playing sports we still managed to have family dinners a couple times a wk. I will cherish those special times. Most importantly STOP buying junk food for your kidos and fast food every night of the wk!!Yes, let your kids treat themselves, but not everyday. They will thank you later when they reach high school and adulthood and don't have to fight the battle of the bulge and get on high blood pressure and other meds. 70% of the population is obese!! I am more than happy to be the minority in this case!!  Sorry for the rant! I am just so passionate about this. Kids eat what you buy them. They can't drive to the store themselves, so provide them with healthy and yummy foods. Even make the memories of cooking together!!   

Here are some helpful blogs with yummy recipes.
 
*** If you click on the sites I have below it will direct you to the blogs, so you can discover some yummy recipes for yourself!!



~Skinny Taste- has lots of great ideas
~ Chocolate Covered Katie- this blog is kinda amazingggg!! So many healthy and yes, yummy dessert recipes!!! I am obsessed!!
~ Dashing Dish- this blog has yummy and healthy alternatives to foods you crave!!

Doesn't this look yummy?!! Clean eating crockpot chicken tacos and ONLY 107 calories per serving!! Busy moms, throw this in the crockpot and you will have some happy kids!!
Clean Eating Crockpot Chicken Tacos 

Monday, April 15, 2013

Weightloss for life!! Unlock your genes to fit in those skinny jeans!!

Tired of fighting the battle of the buldge and trying EVERY diet out there? I know I was, thats why I took a simple genetic dna test to determine what lifestyle change I needed to make that would help me reach my goals. It's NOT  a diet, but truly a lifestyle change that was specific to my needs. Read below for more info and see how you can unlock YOUR skinny jeans!!
 
 
Know YOUR genes:
 
Just as researchers understand how genetics determines your height, eye, and skin color, they’re beginning to understand how your genes affect your ability to lose weight.

Research shows that people following a diet matched to their genotype actually lost more weight.

By taking the Inherent Health® Weight Management Genetic Test, you’ll unlock the personalized plan that is right for you – either Carb Reducer™, Better Balancer™, or Fat Trimmer™.


MY results

I was sooo excited to take the guess work out of the game and get my results back!!! The results showed that I am a better balancer!! Ever wander why a diet might work for you,but maybe not for someone else? It's because they are eating wrong for their gene type. For example, my dad actually GAINED weight on a high protein diet. He felt sluggish and just yucky. Wanna know why? After getting his results back he found out that he was  Fat Trimmer and that's why a high protein diet didn't work for him, so he switched to how he should actually be eating and saw immediate results!!

 
More about the programs:
 

The BODYKEY by NUTRILITE™ Better Balancer Plan helps you benefit from a diet that balances nutrients while cutting calories.

*As a Better Balancer, 45–55% of your calories should come from carbs, less than 35% from fat, and 15% or more from protein.* In addition, of all the types of fat, make sure your saturated fat levels are below 10% of your total calorie intake.

*As a Carb Reducer, 30–45% of your calories should come from carbs, 15% or more from protein, and 40% or less from fat.*

*The BODYKEY by NUTRILITE™ Fat Trimmer plan helps you benefit from a diet that reduces calories coming from fat. As a Fat Trimmer, less than 30% of your calories should come from fat,
50-65% should come from carbs, and 15% or greater from protein.*


**Remember the cute New Zealand chef I posted a pic of? Wanna hear his cute accent and learn more about bodykey by Nutrilite? Check out  video by Celebrity Chef Jason Roberts!! You won't be sorry!! ;)
 
 
The BODYKEY by NUTRILITE™ program provides you with a personalized path to work toward weight loss for life. Your unique genetic makeup helps you find the plan that works best for you. It’s a program that is:
  • Personalized with plans based on your genes.
  • Effective with high-quality products backed by the NUTRILITE® brand. NUTRILITE is the world’s No. 1 selling vitamins and dietary supplements brand.*
  • Guaranteed by the Amway 100% customer satisfaction guarantee.
  • Learn more about BODYKEY by NUTRILITE.
 
 
What are you waiting for? Don't you wanna unlock the personalized plan based on your specific genes? Why not give it a try? If you aren't satisfied within 180 days, no questions asked, you get a full refund. Yup, that easy!! Here is the skinny.....email me for details @ kma2@bellsouth.net to learn how you can get your personalized kit and get started. You will get a 10% discount by going through me to purchase your starter kit. =)
 
Here are some of the amazing personalized products that come inthe Better Balancer kit!
110107 - BODYKEY™ by NUTRILITE™ Better Balancer™ Plan – Chocolate