Monday, August 30, 2010
It's All About Food And Gelato Even While Getting Tests At Mayo Clinic MN
Today Was Day 1 of Tests for my Second Trip To Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. I finished my Thermo-Regulatory Sweat Test, Turned Purple Like A Grape. Lost 1 1/2 LBS And Needed To EAT.
First I had a Grilled Walleye PIKE Burger on Fresh Ciabatta Bread With Fresh Fruit & Fresh Brewed Decaf Raspberry & White Ice Tea At Vino's In The Marriott Hotel Across From The Mayo Clinic. Had some extra time so I walked outside to find out what other restaurants are in the immediate area.
Across the street I found the University Square Mall which was a welcome respite for me as the temp was at least 90 with humidity making it much hotter. I love Gelato and I was thrilled to find the Chocolaterie Stam at The University Square Mall in Rochester, MN. Here are some PIC's of the amazing Gelato, Chocalates, & my Desert as well.
First I had a Grilled Walleye PIKE Burger on Fresh Ciabatta Bread With Fresh Fruit & Fresh Brewed Decaf Raspberry & White Ice Tea At Vino's In The Marriott Hotel Across From The Mayo Clinic. Had some extra time so I walked outside to find out what other restaurants are in the immediate area.
Across the street I found the University Square Mall which was a welcome respite for me as the temp was at least 90 with humidity making it much hotter. I love Gelato and I was thrilled to find the Chocolaterie Stam at The University Square Mall in Rochester, MN. Here are some PIC's of the amazing Gelato, Chocalates, & my Desert as well.
My YUMMY Peach Sorbetto Gelato |
My Favorite Designer
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Products I Like
With All The Consolidation Of The Food Industry It Is Vital To Know Where Your foods Comes From and How It is Processed One of The Many Reasons To Keep Buying Organic Foods.
Organic Dairy
http://www.organicvalley.coop/coupons/?gclid=COO35-PS06MCFc1K5wodvUqduQ
Organic Foods
http://print.coupons.com/couponweb/Offers.aspx?pid=15046&zid=uw18&nid=10&bid=alk0824200831f1a188b9d5217
Here IS The Link To Some Great Organic Products
http://www.simplyorganicfoods.com/
Great Spices
http://www.frontiercoop.com/products/spices.php
Aromatherapy Coupons
http://www.auracacia.com/auracacia/documents/coupons.html
Savers
http://www.healthesavers.com/HealthESavers/Coupons.aspx
Cascadian
http://www.cascadianfarm.com/coupons/Default.aspx
Organic Dairy
http://www.organicvalley.coop/coupons/?gclid=COO35-PS06MCFc1K5wodvUqduQ
Organic Foods
http://print.coupons.com/couponweb/Offers.aspx?pid=15046&zid=uw18&nid=10&bid=alk0824200831f1a188b9d5217
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http://www.simplyorganicfoods.com/
Great Spices
http://www.frontiercoop.com/products/spices.php
Aromatherapy Coupons
http://www.auracacia.com/auracacia/documents/coupons.html
Savers
http://www.healthesavers.com/HealthESavers/Coupons.aspx
Cascadian
http://www.cascadianfarm.com/coupons/Default.aspx
Saturday, August 21, 2010
OMG: I Ate Sardines For my 1st Time And LOVED THEM!
Everyone who knows me, can tell you I am all about eating healthy. Avoiding this or that and eating substitutes for health reasons as well as for my sanity to prevent serious allergy attacks. I had some blood tests and was told that both my Vitamin D & Iron levels were low.
I did some research and found that Sardines are truly one of those perfect foods for one to eat on a regular basis. Sardines are high in calcium and great for those who are allergic to milk or have a lactose intolerance. Further research identified that Sardines are a natural resource of Omega 3 Fatty Acids, high protein as well as high in Iron. Best of All Skinless, Boneless, In Olive Oil & Not Unhealthy Oil Like Many of These Competitors. The other bonus is that these are Wild Caught From Morocco.
I did some research and found that Sardines are truly one of those perfect foods for one to eat on a regular basis. Sardines are high in calcium and great for those who are allergic to milk or have a lactose intolerance. Further research identified that Sardines are a natural resource of Omega 3 Fatty Acids, high protein as well as high in Iron. Best of All Skinless, Boneless, In Olive Oil & Not Unhealthy Oil Like Many of These Competitors. The other bonus is that these are Wild Caught From Morocco.
Healthy Baking Substituions
Replace Mayonaise with Organic Plain Whole Milk Yogurt, Buffalo Milk Yogurt, or WholeSoy Plain Soy Yogurt
Replace Sour Cream With Fat Free or Low Fat Greek Yogurt
Replace Cream Cheese With Fat Free Yogurt
Replace Sour Cream With Fat Free or Low Fat Greek Yogurt
Replace Cream Cheese With Fat Free Yogurt
Recipe For High Protein Energy Bread
- 1 Cup Brown Rice Flour
- 2 Cups Quick Cooking Steel Cut Oats
- 1 TSP Aluminum Free Baking Powder
- 1/4 TSP Agave Syrup
- 1/4 TSP Karo Light Corn Syrup
- 1/4 Cup Ground Flaxseed
- 1/2 Cup Biochem Natural Whey Protein Powder
- 4-5 Oz Unsweetened Applesauce
- 1/4 Cup Splenda
- 12 Oz Yoplait or Oikos Plain Greek Yogurt
- 1/2 Cup Sliced or Slivered Almonds
- 1/2 Cup Carob Chips or Raisins (Optional)
- 2-3 Bananas Mashed
In a large bowl, combine oats, flour, baking powder, Splenda, flaxseed, and whey powder. In a medium bowl, stir together applesauce, agave, light corn syrup, greek yogurt, almonds carob chips or raisins, and bananas. With a spatula, add wet mixture into the oat mixture. Pour batter into a greased 9x5½-inch loaf pan.
Bake at 325°F for 18 to 22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Monday, August 16, 2010
Thursday, August 12, 2010
Broccoli Rapini With Lemon, Garlic, Oil, Wine
1 Bunch Broccoli Rapini, cut as much off stem as possible and discard
1/2 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
4 cloves of fresh garlic minced or from jar with water
1/2 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
4 cloves of fresh garlic minced or from jar with water
2 TBSP Santa Cruz Organic Lemon Juice or Fresh From Lemons
1 TSP RED Wine Vinegar or Red Wine
1/4 TSP Ground Black Pepper
1/4 TSP Sea Salt
2 Cups of Water
1 TSP RED Wine Vinegar or Red Wine
1/4 TSP Ground Black Pepper
1/4 TSP Sea Salt
2 Cups of Water
1 Microwave Safe Casserole Dish & Glass Lid
Wash broccoli well, do not dry. Place into 2 quart casserole. Add rest of ingredients. Cover casserole dish and cook on until broccoli is tender (fork must pierce broccoli rapini with ease).
Serve By Itself or Over Whole Grain Pasta With Some Fresh Plum Tomatoes And Shredded Pecorino Romano Sprinkled on Top.
Pecorino Cheese Basil Garlic Bread With Chicken & Tomato
Fresh Sliced La Brea Italian Round Bread or Rosemary Olive Oil Round or Other Brand
Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO)
Imported Pecorino Romano CheeseAmore Italian Garlic Paste http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/images/B0005XMXPW/ref=dp_image_0?ie=UTF8&n=16310101&s=grocery
Fresh Basil or Litheouse Freezedried Basil Leaves
Fresh Organic Boneless Skinless Char-Grilled Chicken Breasts or Perdue Grilled Chicken Breasts
Amore Italian Tomato Paste http://www.amazon.com/AMORE-Amore-Italian-Tomato-Paste/dp/B0005XN9HI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=grocery&qid=1281656500&sr=1-1
Plates
Plates
Grill Fresh Chicken Breasts or Use Perdue Grilled Chicken Breasts
Place Sliced Bread on Serving Platter
Drizzle Small Amount of EVOO On Bread
Squeeze 1/4 TSP of Garlic Paste on Each Slice
Sprinkle Cheese on Bread
Sprinkle Diced Basil Leaves on Bread
Place Hot Chicken on Top of All Items
Drizzle Tomato Paste Over Everything And Warm In Oven or Microwave Briefly
Sheep's Milk cheese |
Prepared Ready For Chicken |
Done |
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
How Come None of My Friends Are Sick Like Me?
So, why isn't everyone sick?
The EPA ensures that a pesticide can be used as long as there is a "reasonable certainty of no harm" to human health. Where pesticides are used on food or feed crops, EPA sets "tolerances" for the amount of the pesticide residue that can legally remain in or on foods.
SOURCE:
1. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Setting Tolerances for Pesticide Residues on Foods. http://www.epa.gov/pesticides/factsheets/stprf.htm (accessed 05/09).
1. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Setting Tolerances for Pesticide Residues on Foods. http://www.epa.gov/pesticides/factsheets/stprf.htm (accessed 05/09).
Why Are They Normal?
Why DO I Have Insulin Resistance?
How did I go from from being able to work out 6 days a week and being the perfect weight to OBESE and barely able to move, breathe and be in chronic pain?
I did not change anything and within 4 days I gained 40lbs, then in another week another 30lbs. It just went on & on.
Three years later and I am only down 24LBs and I still have another 58lbs to lose.
It is very hard to lose massive weight when I can't breathe when I try to increase my exercise intensity and time, and struggle with chronic debilitating pain.
When I buy organic I Do FEEL Much Better, have more energy, my body feels less toxic.
Perhaps This Can Help Others With Obesity And Insulin Resistance
Are pesticides really harmful?
Here's what the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) says: "By their very nature, most pesticides create some risk of harm. Pesticides can cause harm to humans, animals, or the environment because they are designed to kill or otherwise adversely affect living organisms."
A scan of the research on the chemicals most commonly used against insects, rodents, fungi, weeds, and disease leaves no question that these substances cause adverse effects, from cancer and neurological problems to nervous system damage and birth defects.
Some research has even indicated a possible association between pesticide use and obesity and insulin resistance.
SOURCES:
1. U. S. Environmental Protection Agency. What is a Pesticide? http://www.epa.gov/pesticides/about/index.htm (accessed 5/09).
2. Pesticide Action Network Pesticide Database. http://pesticideinfo.org/ (accessed 05/09).
3. Lim, Soo, Sun Young Ahn, In Chan Song, Myung Hee Chung, Hak Chul Jang, Kyong Soo Park, Ki-Up Lee, Youngmi Kim Pak, and Hong Kyu Lee. 2009. Chronic Exposure to the Herbicide, Atrazine, Causes Mitochondrial Dysfunction and Insulin Resistance. PLoS One 4, no. 4. http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?artid=2664469&tool=pmcentrez&rendertype=abstract (accessed 05/09).
1. U. S. Environmental Protection Agency. What is a Pesticide? http://www.epa.gov/pesticides/about/index.htm (accessed 5/09).
2. Pesticide Action Network Pesticide Database. http://pesticideinfo.org/ (accessed 05/09).
3. Lim, Soo, Sun Young Ahn, In Chan Song, Myung Hee Chung, Hak Chul Jang, Kyong Soo Park, Ki-Up Lee, Youngmi Kim Pak, and Hong Kyu Lee. 2009. Chronic Exposure to the Herbicide, Atrazine, Causes Mitochondrial Dysfunction and Insulin Resistance. PLoS One 4, no. 4. http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?artid=2664469&tool=pmcentrez&rendertype=abstract (accessed 05/09).
Sunday, August 8, 2010
Why I Create Recipes
Of course I can always use anyone's recipes of which there are TONS all over the Internet.
That being said, I prefer to control my own levels of salt, sugar, fat, spices, protein, grains, carbs, etc... I have had more trips to the ER for allergy issues in the last 3 years then I ever wanted to have.
My hope is that by creating my own recipes and using more wholesome products:
- Farmer's Market Produce
- Frozen Fruits Without Sugar Added
- Frozen Vegetables With Very Little Sodium
- Gluten-Free Grains
- Sea Salt
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Extra Virgin Sesame Oil
- Grass Fed Beef
- Wild Caught Salmon
- Wild Caught Trout
- Sardines Imported From Morocco or Portugal in Olive Oil
- Antibiotic Free Range Chicken
- RGB Free Greek Yogurt
- Omega Three Fat Free High Protein Milk
- Organic Foods
- Rice, Soy, Nut Milks Made in My Vitamix Using The Item Plus Water
Usually then I do not have to worry about getting sick and more ER Trips from products which have items I am allergic to that do not list it on the product.
I Know Am I Not The Only One Who Lives Daily With Chronic Pain From Fibromyalgia
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Customer Reviews
1 Review 5.0 out of 5 stars
The author understands chronic pain, May 23, 2010
By E. Joseph "mom of two within two" (Maryland)
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Editorial Review
Nearly 1 in 2 Americans suffer from some chronic condition—either an illness like fibromyalgia or conditions such as migraine headaches or chronic neck and back pain. With numbers like these, it’s fair to say we have a health crisis on our hands.
Respected therapist H. Norman Wright, along with Lynn Ellis, a researcher with firsthand experience with fibromyalgia, lupus, and chronic fatigue, shares practical, hopeful answers for those who suffer from what are often called “invisible illnesses.”
Readers will benefit from realizing they are not alone even if others don’t understand what they are experiencing. They will also find:
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Coping with Chronic Illness is the perfect resource for those who struggle as well as for their families and friends, lay counselors, medical professionals, and pastors.
H. Norman Wright . Coping with Chronic Illness: *Neck and Back Pain *Migraines *Arthritis *Fibromyalgia*Chronic Fatigue *And Other Invisible Illnesses
Excerpt
Introduction [revised, w/notes and additions by JKR]
Can You Relate?
If you suffer from chronic illness...or know someone who does, you know how frustrating it can be. One day you feel relatively great...the next day you can hardly move or get out of bed because of the pain. One minute you're straightening up the house of garage and the next instant you're exhausted. You see-saw between up times and down times, never knowing when either will start or stop. It makes life hard and unpredictable and uncontrollable. It doesn't go away. CFIDS=Chronic fatigue and immune dysfunction syndrome.
There is no cure. Specific blood tests can indicate immune system malfunction. Tests can show inflammation throughout the body. Very isolated at home and suffered from situational depression. Drug side effects made her drowsy. An uncertain future. Unable to work, feel useless.
Went to Center for Special Immunology in Orange Cty CA for treatment. Don't look ill. Soft tissue disease affecting muscles, ligaments etc. When it flares up, it is debilitating. Requires pain meds. Difficult to walk, stand for periods of time, do basic tasks. Some days she is nearly normal. She does not know from day to day, what she will be able to do or how she will feel. A blessing, a rebirth vs. losses. Keep in touch with people who can humor you, provide companionship, share info. Get practical help. No control. Helplessness. Stress without relief. Illness takes over and regulates her life. Largly unrecognized.
Need people to listen, offer help, ask what is needed. Touch, hug. Speak gently. Pray. Overwhelmed by the pain. But it does pass. See beauty. Need a loving family and supportive friends and neighbors.
In 1987, 90 Million Americans had a chronic illness.
In 1998, 120 M,
In 2030, probably 171 M.
Prolonged, doesn't resolve spontaneously, rarely cured completely. Cope, make adjustments, live in spite of it. Life of uncertainty. Physical and mental anguish. Invisible symptoms only you are aware of and feel. No repetitive pattern. Cognitive impairment, incontinence. Incapacitated. Chaos.
Have to get more sleep. Have to pay the price for exhertion and self-manage. Headache, neckache, feel less than, weak, unreliable, guilt, low self-esteem,
People judge you, don't understand, disbelieve you, are indifferent, show pity rather than support. Confinement. Boredom, neglect, abandonment, dehumanized.
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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Pain (Medical Aspects)
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Diseases - Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
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Chronic diseases
Chronic pain--Psychological aspects
Christian Life - Physical Health
Chronic diseases - Psychological aspects
Chronic pain - Alternative treatment
Chronic pain - Psychosomatic aspects
ADS
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Friday, August 6, 2010
My Favorite Prepared Protein Drink
My Sweetener of Choice
Gluten Free Almond Bread
2 Egg Whites
1 Container Yoplait Plain Greek Yogurt
1 4 Oz Container Musscleman's No Sugar Added Applesauce
1 1/2 -2 Cups Mashed Bananas
1 TSP Torani Sugar-Free Vanlla Syrup Made With Splenda
1 TBSP Argo Aluminum Free Baking Powder
1 TBSP Cinnamon For Mix Sprinkle Some Extra On Top Prior TO Baking
1/3 Cup Splenda
8 Splenda Flavor For Coffee Mocha Sticks
1 TSP Xanthum Gum (Containers Sold At Health Food Stores or Online)
1 Cup Chopped Almonds
2 Cups Gluten Free All Purpose Baking Flour
1/4 TSP Agave Syrup
Deep Breadloaf Pan
Fat Free Cooking Spray
Large Mixing Bowl
Large Mixing Spoon
Electric Mixer
Pre-Heat Oven to 350
Assemble all Items in Bowl And Blend With Mixer Until Smooth, Mixture Will Be soft
Pour Into Sprayed Breadloaf Pan, Sprinkle Some More Cinnamon on top or Nutmeg Powder (Not Ground Nutmeg but Powder ONLY) Bake for 1 Hour or Until Fork Comes Out Dry.
Everyone knows that I LUV Garlic on just about anything as well as my LUV of all things Okra. I especially LUV pickled OKRA that I buy at Angelo Caputo's Fresh Market in South Elgin, IL
Transfer the okra to a paper towel-lined baking sheet to drain. Then arrange on a platter and serve hot.
Use Trader Joes Almond Meal for any veggie you think it could go with, like fried green tomatoes, squash, and etc.
I bet that you NEVER knew okra originally came from what is now Ethiopia, over ten thousand years ago. It is used in African, Afro-Caribbean, and African American cuisine! In addition it is famously served by being sauteed, grilled, or pickled, it is often used as a thickener in stews and gumbos. The Food Network Guru: Guy Fieri always talks about Pickled OKRA which gave me some ideas.
1 Pound Small to Medium Fresh Okra, Cut Off Ends, Cut in Quarters
½ Cup Trader Joes Almond Meal
½ Cup Trader Joes Almond Meal
3 TBSP Freshly Squeezed Limes
1 TBSP Balsamic Vinegar
1 Small Clove Garlic, Minced
1 TSP Fresh Minced Rosemary
1 TBSP Balsamic Vinegar
1 Small Clove Garlic, Minced
1 TSP Fresh Minced Rosemary
1 TSP Fresh Minced Basil
1 TSP Fresh Minced Oregano
1 TSP Coleman’s Powdered Mustard or Use Liquid Honey Mustard
¼ TSPSea Salt
¼ TSPSea Salt
¼ TSP Freshly Ground Black Pepper
4TBSP EVOO
In a large bowl pour cold water on the okra pieces to soak them.
4TBSP EVOO
In a large bowl pour cold water on the okra pieces to soak them.
Put in fridge and let them hang out & chill for 20 minutes. Transfer them to colander, rinse throughly in cold running water for 5 minutes. Place the strips back in bowl, cover with water, and refrigerate for an additional 20 minutes.
Remove for fridge and place okra back into the colander, rinse well under cold running water again for another 5 minutes, and let drain. With paper towels or a clean kitchen towel, pat the okra strips as much as possible to dry them (they will be slightly moist).
In a medium-size bowl, combine the okra strips with almond meal, and toss to coat well.
Make a vinaigrette by combining the lime juice, balsamic vinegar, coleman’s powdered mustard, garlic, rosemary, basil, oregano, pepper, and sea salt in a food processor or blender. Blend while slowly pouring in the olive oil.
In a large, nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook vinaigrette until it starts to sizzle with little bubbles. Pour in the okra mixture and let it cook for 4 to 5 minutes, until it begins to brown (the pieces will start forming cakes). With a non-stick spatula, turn over the pieces and cook for another 4 to 5 minutes, until browning and crisp.
In a large, nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook vinaigrette until it starts to sizzle with little bubbles. Pour in the okra mixture and let it cook for 4 to 5 minutes, until it begins to brown (the pieces will start forming cakes). With a non-stick spatula, turn over the pieces and cook for another 4 to 5 minutes, until browning and crisp.
Transfer the okra to a paper towel-lined baking sheet to drain. Then arrange on a platter and serve hot.
Use Trader Joes Almond Meal for any veggie you think it could go with, like fried green tomatoes, squash, and etc.
Gluten Free Ovencakes
1 1/2 Cups Brown Rice Flour
1 TBSP Aluminum Free Baking Powder
1/3 cup Almond Oil
1 TBSP Aluminum Free Baking Powder
1/3 cup Almond Oil
1-2 TSP Almond Meal
1/4TSP Agave Nectar, Additional If You Like
1/4TSP Agave Nectar, Additional If You Like
1 TSP Cinnamon
1 TSP Nutmeg
1 TSP Almond Extract
1/4 cup Wild Organic Frozen Blueberries,
1/4 cup Wild Organic Frozen Blueberries,
Cranberries or Peaches Semi-Thawed
1/4 cup Hot Water
1 Bowl
1 Baking Sheet
1 Stirring Spoon
Parchment Paper
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, Almond meal, and baking powder.
Add oil, agave nectar, and almond extract to the dry ingredients and stir until the batter is smooth. Pour the hot water over the mixture, and blend with hand mixer, taking care not to over-blend. Mixture should be thick but not lumpy. Add in your blueberries or whatever fruit you decide to use.
For each fruitcake, use an ice cream scoop of batter to place onto the prepared baking sheet, evenly spaced apart.
For each fruitcake, use an ice cream scoop of batter to place onto the prepared baking sheet, evenly spaced apart.
Bake on the center rack for 12-14 minutes, rotating the sheet after 6 minutes. The fruitcakes will be done when golden brown and solid.
Let the fruitcakes cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes, then drizzle with cinnamon and nutmeg and more agave if you like. Transfer to a wire rack and cool completely. Store the cooled fruitcakes in an airtight container, separated by layers of parchment paper in refrigerator.
Allow to warm to room temp to serve or microwave for seconds.
Broccoli Rapini/Rabe Plain or With Sausage
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