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Forum: Weight Loss Support 08-12-2010, 01:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,162
Posted By Teachyrchildren
I keep a few ziplocks with a variety cleaned and...

I keep a few ziplocks with a variety cleaned and sliced veggies in the fridge. That way it's very easy to throw together a frittata for breakfast or lunch; or a salad or stir-fry; or for some veggie...
Forum: Weight Loss Support 08-12-2010, 12:48 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,070
Posted By Teachyrchildren
For me, it's: *Never let myself get too...

For me, it's:

*Never let myself get too hungry--that's when I tend to make lousy choices. No skipping meals or waiting too long for a healthy small snack.

*Mostly vegetables on my plate, then...
Forum: Living Maintenance 08-09-2010, 05:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 691
Posted By Teachyrchildren
I've also been within a 5 pound range since...

I've also been within a 5 pound range since hitting goal. I find I'm fairly stable within 3 pounds, usually from water gain/loss or an unusually carby or salty day. When I go up from there (usually...
Forum: Living Maintenance 07-15-2010, 10:09 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 614
Posted By Teachyrchildren
I donated all my too-big clothes after I was...

I donated all my too-big clothes after I was maintaining for a while and was comfortable with the knowledge that I loved this new body and was willing to trade my old habits for new long-term. It...
Forum: Living Maintenance 07-11-2010, 04:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,524
Posted By Teachyrchildren
First, I'd strongly suggest that any concerns...

First, I'd strongly suggest that any concerns about your blood pressure be addressed to your medical professional. That said, my BP went down dramatically as I lost weight. One of the main reasons I...
Forum: Food Talk And Fabulous Finds 06-10-2010, 03:20 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,479
Posted By Teachyrchildren
My Costco now carries it, at a price that is...

My Costco now carries it, at a price that is dramatically lower than at Whole Foods or the chain grocery store. It's in a hefty sack, but I freeze half.
Forum: Goal! 06-10-2010, 03:09 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,575
Posted By Teachyrchildren
Thanks, everyone! Spirit, I do count...

Thanks, everyone!

Spirit, I do count calories. I started out formally tracking everything with Fitday, but now I just mentally tally my meals and snacks to see if I can sneak in a glass of wine or...
Forum: Goal! 04-05-2010, 01:50 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,575
Posted By Teachyrchildren
Fit by 50!

As I turned 49 last year, I took a good hard look at myself. After the birth of my last child 15 years earlier, I had slowly put on weight until I had packed on an excess 70 pounds. I hated going to...
Forum: Cooking Tips and Questions 11-28-2009, 06:07 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,057
Posted By Teachyrchildren
Kalyn's Kitchen has a collection of healthy...

Kalyn's Kitchen has a collection of healthy recipes for turkey leftovers, here: http://kalynskitchen.blogspot.com/2008/11/turkey-leftover-recipes-from-kalyns.html

I'm making soup, and also her...
Forum: Weight Loss Support 11-28-2009, 06:03 AM
Replies: 443
Views: 22,502
Posted By Teachyrchildren
I managed to eat pretty much to plan on...

I managed to eat pretty much to plan on Thanksgiving, with just a few spoonfuls to taste off-plan foods. It helped a lot that I kept much of the food on the healthy side, except for desserts. I...
Forum: Weight Loss Support 11-23-2009, 06:55 AM
Replies: 443
Views: 22,502
Posted By Teachyrchildren
My stupid knee is acting up again (And I really...

My stupid knee is acting up again (And I really must learn that twisting motions are my enemy and to be careful when I dance) so I've had to stop my treadmill and aerobics work for a few days. And of...
Forum: Weight Loss Support 11-16-2009, 04:43 PM
Replies: 495
Views: 25,084
Posted By Teachyrchildren
Hey, ladies, hope all is well. I had a big...

Hey, ladies, hope all is well. I had a big off-plan meal on Saturday and a few lazy days, so need to get back to strict accounting for a bit to get myself back on track.

And best of luck to those...
Forum: Soups and Stews 11-05-2009, 07:05 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 6,066
Posted By Teachyrchildren
Chinese Chicken Soup

Chinese Chicken Vegetable Soup
4-6 servings

Here's what we call Instant Chinese Chicken Soup. The only "work" is grating ginger and chopping garlic. The add-ins can all come from the salad bar at...
Forum: Entrees 11-05-2009, 06:47 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,004
Posted By Teachyrchildren
Tandoori Turkey Breast

This is a great recipe for a crowd, giving a moist, tasty (not hot, just well spiced) boneless turkey breast that slices easily. It's often our "second" turkey at Thanksgiving, which I do on the...
Forum: Recipes 11-04-2009, 07:23 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,308
Posted By Teachyrchildren
I recently made a really nice big frittata with...

I recently made a really nice big frittata with eggbeaters, sauteed spinach, sun dried tomatoes, and a bit of goat cheese for a brunch. Everyone, including my "won't eat anything if its not fried or...
Forum: Weight Loss Support 10-31-2009, 08:51 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,258
Posted By Teachyrchildren
Carrot and Cranberry salad:...

Carrot and Cranberry salad: http://www.bonappetit.com/magazine/2009/11/carrot_and_cranberry_salad_with_fresh_ginger_dressing
Sautee of Winter Greens with Mushrooms (I'm planning on increasing the...
Forum: Weight Loss Support 10-31-2009, 08:24 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,258
Posted By Teachyrchildren
I think, that no matter how you approach the day,...

I think, that no matter how you approach the day, you need a plan you can and will stick with. Whether it's limiting yourself to only healthy on-plan choices; or giving yourself tiny samples of less...
Forum: Entrees 10-31-2009, 07:35 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 893
Posted By Teachyrchildren
Swiss Chard or Spinach Tart

Swiss Chard or Spinach Tart
Serves 6-8

This is really delicious, and makes for a wonderful vegetarian entree or side dish. The combo of greens with pine nuts and raisins comes from some regions...
Forum: Weight Loss Support 10-28-2009, 03:41 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,218
Posted By Teachyrchildren
Definitely all about the mindset for me. This...

Definitely all about the mindset for me. This time I went into it not thinking "diet", but thinking "being healthy." Not just for a few weeks, but for the rest of my life. Eight months later I've...
Forum: Food Talk And Fabulous Finds 10-27-2009, 05:40 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,760
Posted By Teachyrchildren
TJ's Greek 0% plain yogurt Jalapeno chicken...

TJ's Greek 0% plain yogurt
Jalapeno chicken sausages (medium spicy, and the lowest sodium of those they carry)
Organic Chicken
Cuban-style black beans
cooked beets
cooked lentils
Joe's O's...
Forum: Cooking Tips and Questions 10-27-2009, 05:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,864
Posted By Teachyrchildren
Timesaving Tip--Freezing Cooked Brown Rice

A few weeks ago I made a huge amount of brown rice. I'm still adjusting to being a partial empty nester without the usual hordes of teen boys to feed! Anyway, we were heading out of town and I didn't...
Forum: Food Talk And Fabulous Finds 10-27-2009, 02:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,426
Posted By Teachyrchildren
Oooh, Thanks for the great pumpkin and oatmeal...

Oooh, Thanks for the great pumpkin and oatmeal ideas! I usually have yogurt and fruit for breakfast, but have been meaning to throw on some oatmeal now that the weather is turning.
Forum: Weight Loss Support 10-26-2009, 07:00 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,113
Posted By Teachyrchildren
Besides my husband and immediate family and close...

Besides my husband and immediate family and close friends, I didn't tell anyone when I started in the Spring. And the only ones who know exactly how much weight I've lost (which is really, how heavy...
Forum: Entrees 10-26-2009, 06:50 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,059
Posted By Teachyrchildren
Jennifer--I think the Hatch brand isn't pickled....

Jennifer--I think the Hatch brand isn't pickled. I've also bought frozen ones online that I share with another chile-loving friend. This company sells several varieties of frozen and canned chile....
Forum: Salads and Sides 10-23-2009, 06:44 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,696
Posted By Teachyrchildren
Pumpkin (or Butternut), Pomegranate and Pine Nuts Salad

This was a delicious Fall Salad, nice enough for company. You can use butternut and another seasonal fruit.

Pumpkin, Pomegranate, and Pine Nut Salad
serves four, increase as needed

1/2 small...
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