Sunday, September 29, 2013

Don't be afraid to try new things.

I was always told if it's healthy it has no flavor, it's bland or it is like cardboard. Well through my journey so far I have discovered healthy low fat, low calorie foods are truly tasty. You can make some pretty amazing dishes that are good for you and would want to eat again. No holding your nose when chewing or gaging as you swallow it down. This is not our grandmothers diet food. It is healthy, tasty, I want to eat some more food. It is all in the spices you use. I have a few suggestions for you that have helped me so far.

1. Buy lots of herbs and spices, experiment see what you like. (Sam's is a great place to buy in bulk. once you've tasted what you like you will need bulk)
2. Visit your local Farmers Market. Once you have had the fresh homegrown, everything else taste like poo! (okay, not that I've tasted poo)
3. Herb garden of your own a small herb garden can be grown year round. I have a balcony at my apartment I will be using in the spring and summer. I have found on pintrest (Thanks, Crystal) easy ways to grow herbs even vegies in a very small space. Herbs can also be grown year around in your home.(this is the time of year to buy, most gardening products are clearance. Even if you have to store them till next spring. The savings is worth it)
4. Don't be afraid to try new fruits and  vegetables. I have discovered Eggplant, Mangos and avocados and guava are very healthy and very tasty.
5. Don't be afraid replace your cheese on a burger with avocado, pineapple or even a homemade pesto. (I will be posting recipes later)
6. Eating healthy is more  costly than processed unhealthy foods. I am a single parent who has no form of child support or state assistance. It can be done.

These are just a few suggestions I have tried or plan on trying to help with my journey to being healthy and fit. Here some pictures of dishes I have made and were low fat, low calorie and delicious.  I will in the near future be posting recipes, tips and updates in hopes you can and will be blessed by them. Until later, Remember God is good, life is short and coffee is your friend .



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