I recently flew to NYC to visit my wonderful friends and of course buy a materialistic good that I definitely do not need (but the bag is so cute!). I flew on Jet Blue and got stuck in the JFK airport with a 3 hour delay. Gotta love the San Francisco fog!
Once I accepted the fact that I was going to be in the aiport for hours I decided to wander. I walked through all the duty free shops and spent well over an hour in the book store entertaining myself reading diet books. Weird but true... I then had to figure out what I was going to eat. I took a look at the food court and was disappointed when I saw fast food versions of Mexican, Chinese and Italian food. As I walked around I immediately got frustrated on how difficult it is to eat well when food is out of your control.
As I continued to wander around I literally bumped into the most fantastic salad bar! I am not kidding when I thought it was a mirage! Inside the food court of the Jet Blue JFK terminal is the most wonderful food court full of fresh, delicious food. The salad bar has well over 25 items including non starchy vegetables, lean proteins and healthy fats. I was thrilled! In addition they have whole grain snacks to munch on, fresh fruit, plain high protein yogurt and small portions of sweets. It just made my day!
I made a salad just how I like it and actually sat in the airport with glee and enjoyed my well...airport food.
Go visit the big apple and get a healthy meal at the airport! Safe travels!
January 24, 2010
December 14, 2009
Check me out in the Allure blog! Top 5 Beauty Foods.
Allure just used me for a recent article on Beauty Foods. Check it out! Let your skin glow for the holidays!!
http://www.allure.com/beauty/blogs/reporter/
http://www.allure.com/beauty/blogs/reporter/
November 22, 2009
There just isn't a quick fix
I was recently quoted in a article by Mark Davis, a fellow trainer at The San Francisco Bay Club. Mark has lost weight and kept it off--he learned there is no quick fix. It takes changing your behavior and creating change that is sustainable and realistic. Mark succeeded and uses triathlons to stay motivated and reaching towards a goal.
In the article, he asked me talk about the new book coming out "The 400 Calorie Fix." While I think small frequent meals is the way to create long term behavior change, it is not just about calorie counting. Each meal should have protein and carbohydrate in order to properly provide the body with the nutrients it needs. In addition, the book says you should eat 400 calorie meals, 4 times a day. For a triathlete, who is often up 18 hours a day and works out 2-3 hours a day, one would need more than 1600 calories.
Remember, one plan doesn't work for everyone. Find a plan that WORKS FOR YOU. That is the only way you are going to reach your goals.
Enjoy the article and check out Mark's blog:
http://www.examiner.com/examiner/x-7447-SF-Extreme-Training-Examiner~y2009m11d21-400-calorie-fix-may-break-triathletes
In the article, he asked me talk about the new book coming out "The 400 Calorie Fix." While I think small frequent meals is the way to create long term behavior change, it is not just about calorie counting. Each meal should have protein and carbohydrate in order to properly provide the body with the nutrients it needs. In addition, the book says you should eat 400 calorie meals, 4 times a day. For a triathlete, who is often up 18 hours a day and works out 2-3 hours a day, one would need more than 1600 calories.
Remember, one plan doesn't work for everyone. Find a plan that WORKS FOR YOU. That is the only way you are going to reach your goals.
Enjoy the article and check out Mark's blog:
http://www.examiner.com/examiner/x-7447-SF-Extreme-Training-Examiner~y2009m11d21-400-calorie-fix-may-break-triathletes
November 20, 2009
Spice Up Your Holidays!
I was just quoted in a recent article about adding spices to foods. No calories and tons of flavor. There a bunch of yummy recipes in the article too. Enjoy!
http://www.neamb.com/home/1215_4508.htm
http://www.neamb.com/home/1215_4508.htm
November 12, 2009
Julie and Julia
Last night I saw the movie Julie and Julia--I know I know it has been out for months. Bear with me! I am little slow with pop culture sometimes. Anyways, it was such a wonderful film because it emphasized the beautiful relationship one can have with food. Now, don't get me wrong. Julie and Julia were in love with butter and fat and all the foods that are not part of a heart healthy or weight loss food plan. But, who is to say that you can not love to cook, love food and be a foodie while eating foods that fall in line with your nutrition goals? People seem to think everything is all or nothing--I do not agree at all.
A few weeks ago I met up with a friend of mine for lunch at Mixt Greens. It is a salad shop here in the city with local, organic and fresh ingredients and you can make whatever salad you want. My friend is a foodie--will eat anything, loves fatty foods and will try whatever you put in front of him. When it was our turn to order he said he wanted whatever I ordered and I laughed, because I knew he was going to be disappointed. I ordered a salad with butter lettuce, cucumbers, carrots, bell peppers, candied walnuts, grilled chicken with a little olive oil and a lot of balsamic vinegar. Not very excited eh? My "splurge" was the candied walnuts. i am so crazy! he he he
The salad tasted great and he agreed. But what he was surprised about was that this salad tastes even better because it will help me reach my nutrition goals. I strive to eat whole foods, non starchy vegetables, lean proteins and healthy fats. This salad did just that. I did not feel guilty after I ate--I felt proud! I love food, I love eating out, I love sitting with a friend over dinner and chatting away, I love sitting in a park with a delicious cup of coffee and people watching. I love appreciating how food fuels me for the life I want to live.
This film inspired me because even thought Julie and Julia gained 20 pounds after their projects, they enjoyed each and every bite. That is what it is all about.
Bon appetit!
A few weeks ago I met up with a friend of mine for lunch at Mixt Greens. It is a salad shop here in the city with local, organic and fresh ingredients and you can make whatever salad you want. My friend is a foodie--will eat anything, loves fatty foods and will try whatever you put in front of him. When it was our turn to order he said he wanted whatever I ordered and I laughed, because I knew he was going to be disappointed. I ordered a salad with butter lettuce, cucumbers, carrots, bell peppers, candied walnuts, grilled chicken with a little olive oil and a lot of balsamic vinegar. Not very excited eh? My "splurge" was the candied walnuts. i am so crazy! he he he
The salad tasted great and he agreed. But what he was surprised about was that this salad tastes even better because it will help me reach my nutrition goals. I strive to eat whole foods, non starchy vegetables, lean proteins and healthy fats. This salad did just that. I did not feel guilty after I ate--I felt proud! I love food, I love eating out, I love sitting with a friend over dinner and chatting away, I love sitting in a park with a delicious cup of coffee and people watching. I love appreciating how food fuels me for the life I want to live.
This film inspired me because even thought Julie and Julia gained 20 pounds after their projects, they enjoyed each and every bite. That is what it is all about.
Bon appetit!
October 29, 2009
GMO
On Tuesday I went to a fantastic lecture about Genetically Modified Organisms or GMOs. The Center for Food Safety was present to discuss what a GMO is, the harm they are doing to our food supply and recent legislation. It is important to learn what you are eating--gaining awareness about the food you eat and how it can affect your health will change your life.
Check them out--http://truefoodnow.org/
Check them out--http://truefoodnow.org/
October 26, 2009
snacks snacks snacks
Remember--eat every 3-4 hours to keep your hunger under control. Your metabolism will increase and you will feel so much better. Keep it simple--get some protein and carb and you are good to go. Enjoy!
Some snack ideas:
· Stuff a whole-grain pita pocket with skim ricotta cheese and Granny Smith apple slices. Add a dash of cinnamon.
· Dried fruit (5-8 pieces), nuts or seeds (1/4 cup or 5-8 nuts), whole grain crackers or pretzels with a lite cheese (babybell or string cheese)
· Protein Bar (suggest less than 300 calories and more than 13 g protein per bar)
· Non-fat Greek yogurt, plain yogurt or low fat cottage cheese and one fruit
· Basic sandwich: whole wheat bread with 3-4 slices of deli meat (VLM)
· Protein smoothie--non fat milk or soy milk, protein powder and some fruit
· Toss ¼ cup of dried cranberries and chopped walnuts into unsweetened organic instant oatmeal. Add some milk for protein.
· Microwave a cup of tomato or vegetable soup and enjoy with whole grain crackers and low fat cheese.
· Ants on a Log: Spread celery sticks with peanut butter and top with raisins
· Microwave a small baked potato. Top with reduced-fat cheddar cheese and salsa.
Some snack ideas:
· Stuff a whole-grain pita pocket with skim ricotta cheese and Granny Smith apple slices. Add a dash of cinnamon.
· Dried fruit (5-8 pieces), nuts or seeds (1/4 cup or 5-8 nuts), whole grain crackers or pretzels with a lite cheese (babybell or string cheese)
· Protein Bar (suggest less than 300 calories and more than 13 g protein per bar)
· Non-fat Greek yogurt, plain yogurt or low fat cottage cheese and one fruit
· Basic sandwich: whole wheat bread with 3-4 slices of deli meat (VLM)
· Protein smoothie--non fat milk or soy milk, protein powder and some fruit
· Toss ¼ cup of dried cranberries and chopped walnuts into unsweetened organic instant oatmeal. Add some milk for protein.
· Microwave a cup of tomato or vegetable soup and enjoy with whole grain crackers and low fat cheese.
· Ants on a Log: Spread celery sticks with peanut butter and top with raisins
· Microwave a small baked potato. Top with reduced-fat cheddar cheese and salsa.
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