WOULD YOU LICK A

BEAVER'S ASS

I have heard from many people who are considering taking steps to adjust their lifestyle to a healthier way of living through their diet. They refer to several barriers but there are 2 I hear more often than any other and they are both legitimate barriers. As a result of these perceived obstacle many will never start a program and others frequently start and stop frequently as they keep trying rather than doing. So let us take a look.

The one they express the most is that it is too expensive. Organic food cost too much is the perception that most people have and there are cases where they are correct. For those people living in areas devoid of fresh produce within walking distance, I empathize with your plight. It is hard to eat healthy in areas with no sources of fresh foods. For those of you who do have access it is a choice. It is a financial choice you are making to save money up front that will cost you and your family dearly on the back end. 

Let me explain further. You have worked hard to live in a nice home, drive a nice car, wear nice clothes and shoes, paint your nails, get your hair did, and sport some bling, bling, but you continue to neglect your physical health. It does not make sense to drive wear and reside in the best you can afford for things you can replace and yet neglect the one thing your health that allows you the opportunity to earn the things you want. 

It is the same choice I often discussed with my daughters. You must learn to discern, "what you need versus what you want." For the spiritual and God fearing readers, remember, "Your body is a Temple." Would you through garbage into your place of worship? I doubt you'd be that disrespectful to anyone but yourself. The question you need to ask yourself is why am I respecting others more than I respect myself.

The second barrier people imagine is that eating healthy has to lack flavor and cannot be enjoyable. Well, I can attest to the fact that this is not accurate. Eating healthy simply means preparing your own food in a manner that suits your taste and palate. Replacing sugars with other nutritious and delicious ingredients ist easier than you think. The problem is the foods you are eating now are purposely made to be addictive and like any addiction it takes effort to release yourself from its grasp. 

If you are eating foods with artificial flavors that are are being developed to create an addiction to the product. Click the following link and pay attention closely from the 3 minute mark of the video to 3:30

 http://www.cbsnews.com/video/watch/?id=7389748n0. 

Now watch this next video to learn where they find the chemicals they use to create some of these flavors.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nweK6VRM8a8&feature=share

Here is a real visual.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/8739502@N05/3429043555/

Artificial flavoring is a warning sign for me not to eat these products. They are allowed to call them natural because they create the flavors by mimicking things from nature. It is not because these products are natural and certainly not because they are good for you. We equate natural with being good for us but as I am demonstrating here that is not necessarily so.

Okay I am finished for today and I hope I have helped to enlighten you as well as make your path to a  healthier life a little less bumpy. Living well is a lifestyle and requires good habits consistent with your goals and it begins with what you eat. We want you to Get UP and Get Moving as well but keep in mind you can not out maneuver bad eating habits. 

EAT CLEAN GET LEAN

CHIT CHAT WON'T BURN FAT

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OYSTERS ARE A HEALTHY CHOICE

For Many Reasons

Prized for the nutritional qualities oyster are rich in zinc, which may boost fertility and skin health  wound healing and immune boosting properties.

Although there is little scientific evidence that oysters are an aphrodisiac they are one of the best sources of zinc which is strongly linked with fertility and virility. Zinc is also important for skin health, wound healing and the immune system and is an anti oxidant. Recent research has found that ceramide compounds in oysters inhibit the growth of breast cancer cells. Oysters also contain essential omega 3  fats and are rich in selenium for a healthy immune system and contain iron that is easily absorbed for energy and healthy blood.

Summary:

• Excellent source of zinc for fertility and virility and for boosting the immune system
• Contain compounds and minerals that protect against cancer.
• High iron content for energy, resistance to infection and healthier blood.
• A good source of vitamin B.

Recommendations:

If eaten raw oysters need to be very fresh. It is safer to eat farm raised since wild oyster have been found to contain high levels of contaminants. 

So if you are working hard in the gym to reach you fitness goals you may want to try these and if you have a partner it may help you to reach some romantic and sexual goals as well. Check it out and try it out and then let us know how you enjoyed your evening.

 

For those of you hitting it hard in the gym, keep in mind that 80% of your fitness goals are achieved in the kitchen.

CHILLED PEA SOUP RECIPE

It is fall now and the weather is getting cooler which makes it a nice time for hearty, healthy, comfort foods that nourish and strengthen the body. They are rich in vitamin C and other anti oxidants. But first let's get to to this simple and quick recipe.

Preparation:

- Generous 1 3/4 cops of vegetable stock or water

- 4 1/2 cups frozen peas

- 2 oz scallions coarsely chopped

- 1 1/4 cups of plain yogurt

- salt and pepper to taste

Garnish

2 tbsp chopped fresh mint

2 tbsp chopped scallions or chives grated lemon rind and olive oil

1. Bring the stock to a boil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Reduce the heat and add the peas and scallions and simmer for 5 minutes.
2. Let cool slightly, then strain twice, making sure that you remove any bits of skin. Pour into a large bowl, season with salt and pepper to taste and stir in the yogurt.. Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for several hours or until well chilled.
3. To serve mix well and ladle into soup bowls Garnish with chopped mint, scallions and grated lemon rind and olive oil.

Major Nutrients per 3 1/2 oz of Shelled Peas

Calories                  81

Fat                       0.4 g

Protein                5.4 g

Carbs                14.5 g

Fiber                    5.1 g

Vitamin C          40 mg

Folate              65 mcg

Niacin               2.1 mg

Magnesium       33 mg

Potassium       244 mg

Iron                     1.5 mg

Zinc                    1.2 mg

Lutein           2477 mcg 

Peas as you can see are a great source of nutrients with a low fat content and low glycemic index. Try the recipe and give your health a boost.

FRESH OR FROZEN PEAS YOUR CHOICE

Either freshly picked or brought frozen, peas are a rich source of vitamin C, fiber, protein, and lutein for eye health. Peas are rich in a wide range of  useful vitamins and mineral. They are particularly high in the antioxidant vitamin C, folate, and vitamin B3, and their very high  lutein and zeaxanthin content means that they help protect the eye from macular degeneration. The B vitamins they contain may also help protect the bones from osteoporosis and help to decrease the risk of strokes by keeping levels of the amino acid homocysteine low.  High in protein peas are very useful for vegetarians. In addition, their high fiber content is partly comprised of pectin, a jelly like substance that helps to lower bad blood cholesterol which helps prevent heart and arterial disease.

• Contain several heart-friendly nutrients and chemicals
• Rich in carotene to protect eyes and reduce risk of cancers
• very high in total soluble fiber to lower cholesterol
• Very rich in vitamin C

When buying peas in the pod choose those that aren't packed in too tightly. Older peas become almost square, lose their flavor and become mealy because the sugars have been converted to starches. Young pods can be eaten with peas inside and young peas may be eaten raw. To cook steam lightly or boil in minimal water as the vitamin C content leaches into the water.

Peas get a rotten reputation in the media but as you can see they are a healthy choice for our nutrition and overall health. Pick a pea today and take another step to improve and/or maintaining your health. I know you will enjoy the recipe I will post later today. Have fun and enjoy the food.

CHICKPEA SOUP RCECIPE

It is that time of year for warm comfort foods and on that note here is a recipe I am sure you will enjoy.

Ingredients:

Swiss Chard

2 &1/4 cups of dried chick peas soaked in cold water             
2 tbsp of olive oil
1 onion finely chopped
2 garlic cloves finely chopped
1 lb Swiss chard trimmed and thinly sliced
2 fresh rosemary sprigs
14 oz canned chopped tomatoes
salt and pepper

1. Drain the chickpeas and place in a large saucepan. Cover with fresh cold water and bring to a boil. Skim off the foam that rises to the surface with a slotted spoon. Reduce the heat and allow to simmer uncovered for 90 minutes or until tender. Top off with water if necessary.
2. Drain the chickpeas preserving the cooking water. Season them well with salt and pepper. Place 2/3 in a food processor with some of the cooking water and process until smooth adding more cooking water if necessary to achieve a soup consistency. Return to the saucepan.
3. Heat the oil in a medium saucepan. Add the onion and garlic and cook over medium heat stirring for 3-4 minutes until the onion is soft. Add the Swiss chard and rosemary and cook for 3-4 minutes. Add the tomatoes and the remaining chickpeas and cook for an additional 5 minutes or until the tomatoes have broken down to an almost smooth sauce. Remove the rosemary sprigs.
4. Add the Swiss chard and tomatoes mixtures to the chickpea puree and simmer for 2-3 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Ladle into warm soup bowls and enjoy this wonderful combination of vegetables that will meet your nutritional needs and please the taste buds.

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CHICK PEAS

Golden chickpeas sometimes called garbanzo beans are an excellent low cost source of protein and are rich in fiber, protective plant chemicals and vitamin E.

Chickpeas are a delicious protein food for vegetarians and a very good source of fiber. Their insoluble fiber which binds to cholesterol and removes it from the body, not only helps to increase stool bulk and prevent constipation but also helps prevent digestive disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome and diverticulitis. Its soluble fiber controls and lowers blood cholesterol and helps prevent strokes and heart disease. Chickpeas are extremely high in folate and this helps lower levels of blood homo-cysteine which is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease. They are also rich in magnesium, which helps to relax the arteries and helps to protect against heart attacks.

• Very high in folate and magnesium
• A good source of minerals, including iron, zinc and calcium.
• High in potassium to help balance body fluids and protect against fluid retention.
• Rich in plant chemicals to fight heart disease and cancer.

Major Ingredients per 2.25 oz of dried chickpeas

Calories        218

fat                  3.5 g

protein           12 g

carbs             37 g

fiber               10 g

folate              232 mcg

magnesium   65 mg

potassium     393 mg

zinc                 2 g

calcium          66 mg

iron                 3.9

Tip:

Chickpeas need to be soaked for several hours then boiled for at least 90 minutes. Chickpeas bought prepared in cans are excellent and still contain the important nutrients. I recommend rinsing them well to remove the preservatives and salt used when canning. Chickpeas are also eaten in the form of hummus, a Middle Eastern dip and they can be used to replace meat or poultry in soups, stews and casseroles.

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BROWN RICE

VEGETABLE PILAF RECIPE

Serves 4

Ingredients:

4 tbsp of Sesame Oil

1 red onion

2 tender celery stalks quartered and diced

2 carrots ground fine in food processor

1 fresh chile pepper seeded and finely chopped

3 scallions finely chopped

1/4 cup whole almonds sliced lengthwise

3/4 cup cooked split red lentils

1 3/4 cup cooked brown basimati rice

3/4 cup vegetable stock

5 tbsp fresh orange juice

1. Heat 2 tbsp of the oil in a high sided skillet or wok with a lid. Add the onion and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes until softened
2. Add the celery, carrots, chile, scallions and almonds and stir fry for 2 minutes or until the vegetables are tender but still firm to the bite and still brightly colored. Transfer to a bowl
3. Add the remaining oil to the skillet. Stir in the rice and lentils and cook over medium heat, stirring for 1-2 minutes or until heated through. Reduce the heat and stir in the stock and orange juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Return the vegetables to the skillet. Toss with the rice for a few minutes until heated through. Transfer to warm serving dish and garnish with the celery leaves.

THE POWER OF

BROWN RICE


The fiber in brown rice can help to lower cholesterol levels and keep blood sugars even. White rice contains very few nutrients other than starch while brown rice has been shown to help prevent heart disease, diabetes and some cancers. It is also a good source of fiber which can help reduce cholesterol levels in the blood and keep blood sugars from spiking. Brown rice also contains small amounts of protein and is good source of b vitamins and minerals particularly selenium and magnesium.

• One of the least allergenic foods. 
• A reasonably low glycemic index food that can help control blood sugars which may be helpful for diabetics.
• Useful B Vitamin content which helps convert food into energy and supports the nervous system.
• High selenium content may help protect against cancers and a high magnesium content for a healthier heart.

80% of your fitness success is earned in the kitchen. What's in yours?

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Here is a link for more information  http://www.vegkitchen.com/tips/10-reasons-why-brown-rice-is-the-healthy-choice/

I HAVE HEARD

Impossible Before

I can count the times I have been told something would be impossible for me to accomplish. It began when I was a small child and the doctors told my mom that because of my flat feet I’d never be able to participate in athletics. Well that turned out to be incorrect I participated and competed at very high levels in 2 sports. I was about 12 when I teacher (white) told me that I would not be able to pass the entrance exam to an elite high school and once I did said I’d never graduate from there. Well I entered the Prep as a freshman in 1971 and graduated 4 years later in 1975. In college I was told I never live pass 25 because of my lifestyle and here I am at 55.

Look it did not stop there.  When I took an experimental community project leaving the security of the larger organization we were told we would fail. Well less than 6 years later our so called failure became and new division of the department and 2 years after that we had a 110 million dollar budget. During this period I was promoted several times finally reaching the position of Assistance Director. Each time I was promoted people said I was, “I was in over my head,” because I did not have the educational pedigree. They were wrong. Although the prevention division no longer exist in its totality, of the 3 programs that continue to exist 2 are programs I started with an idea, little support, creativity, innovation and passion. The other is one I directed, supported and expanded so that it was more effective.

So I have heard the words it is impossible before and I never listened to anyone who said that to me. In fact I usually marked that relationship with and X and moved on. Well as I continue to navigate the fitness world I am beginning to hear those words again. And like before I am continuing to prove them wrong.  It is interesting to watch the haters come out of the closet and try to diminish whatever I accomplish in terms of my own fitness. Said I could not do the wheel on my toes and I am doing it exactly that way but it is not enough to acquire an acknowledgement and validation.  Said I could not do the Arnold workouts and I am doing them successful and gaining muscle mass. Said I could not do kickbacks with 70 lbs and maintain good form. Well the videotape is up on instagram.  No external validation needed since I am not chasing you I am chasing me. I understand that if I chase me I may accomplish even greater things than I have ever dreamed of and if I chase you at best I will only achieve what you do.

Understand that your haters will never acknowledge or validate your accomplishments. They will always find a way to attempt to diminish and minimize your accomplishments no matter how great they are. Reminds me of the story of Christ walking on water and someone commenting, “But can he swim?” Ridiculous right! Well it is the same for you as you move closer to your goals, you will find out who your real friends are. The best way to differentiate between who is a friend is not only when you are down but on the move up. Friends will stay and support your goals and cheer when you achieve them. Acquaintances will drift away silently and hanger ons will become vocal haters encouraging others to disengage as well. Acquaintances will make excuses for the lack of interaction while the hanger ons blame it on you changing.

Of course you have changed because your new experiences are stimulating growth and development and it is manifesting itself as you implement what you are learning.

I have several goals to accomplish by the end of 2013. In terms of fitness I will reduce my body fat to 10% or below. I will increase my bench to 2 xs my weight (currently 206). I will reduce my waist to 30” and I will leg press 1000 lbs or more. My business goal is to open my own studio and train the area’s top athletes as well as begin training people via the web. These are the goals I will accomplish and if some of you out there are sitting on the fence jump off come go with me and let’s be the inspiration for others to get off the fence and create the life they want.

Get Up Get Moving towards your goals because

CHIT WONT ACCOMPLISH ANYTHING.

Peace Out.

DID GOD INTEND FOR US TO

Eat Genetically Modified Foods

In the wake of a 12-year battle to keep Monsanto's Genetically Engineered (GE) crops from contaminating the nation's 25,000 organic farms and ranches, America's organic consumers and producers are facing betrayal. 

A self-appointed cabal of the Organic Elite, spearheaded by Whole Foods Market, Organic Valley, and Stonyfield Farm, has decided it's time to surrender to Monsanto. Top executives from these companies have publicly admitted that they no longer oppose the mass commercialization of GE crops, such as Monsanto's controversial Roundup Ready alfalfa, and are prepared to sit down and cut a deal for "coexistence" with Monsanto and USDA biotech cheerleader Tom Vilsack. 

In a cleverly worded, but profoundly misleading email sent to its customers last week, Whole Foods Market, while proclaiming their support for organics and "seed purity," gave the green light to USDA bureaucrats to approve the "conditional deregulation" of Monsanto's genetically engineered, herbicide-resistant alfalfa. Read the Whole story here.

http://www.whydontyoutrythis.com/2013/06/usda-forces-whole-foods-to-accept-monsanto.html?m=1

So here is a reposting of the list of companies using Monsanto's products.

Keebler/Flower Industries
Ocean Spray 
Aunt Jemima

Aurora Foods

Banquet

Best Foods

Betty Crocker

Bisquick

Cadbury

Campbells

ConAgra

Capri Sun

Carnation

Chef Boyardee

Coca cola

Delicious Brand Cookies

Duncan Hines

Famous Amos

Frito Lay

Green Giant

Healthy Choice

Heinz

Hellmans

Hershey’s Nestle

Holsum

Hormel

Hungry Jack

Hunts

Interstate Bakeries

Jiffy

KC Masterpiece

Kelloggs

Kid Cuisine

Knorr

Kool Aid

Kraft/Phillip Morris (also makes cigarettes)

Lean Cuisine

Lipton

Lorna Linda

Marie Callenders

Minute Maid

Morningstar

Ms. Buttersworth

Nabisco

Nature Valley

Ore Ida

Orville Redenbacher

Pasta Roni

Pepperidge Farms

Pepsi

Pop Secret
Post Cereals

Power Bar Brand

Prego Pasta Suace

Pringles

Procter and Gamble

Quaker

Ragu Sauce

Rice A Roni

Smart Ones

Stouffers

Sweppes

Tombstone Pizzas

Tostinos

Uncle Bens

Unilever

V8

I know these are some of your favorites and I bet you did not know and cannot understand why some are using GMO products but they are. And even worse you do not know what component is modified so you are at their mercy. But you do not have to be. If you do not use their products at all you may reduce your risk and concern about their ingredients. This is call to action for all of us to help protect our food supply from the GMO fat cats who are making tons of money by producing products that are modified so that they are resistant to:

• Pesticides
• Insects
• Animals

Ask yourself this, Do I want to eat a product that a bug or other mammals programmed to specifically target a food refuses to eat? Think about it for a minute a bug has the common sense not to eat it but we do every day. It will take more than writing and talking about it to stop the deluge of GMO products from being produced. When you look at the list above it seems the only way to stop them is to use your Purchasing Power to send the message.

So Get Up Get Moving and Share this list with your friends and family and encourage them to boycott these products cause...

CHIT CHAT WON'T BURN FAT and it Won't Eliminate the GMO products.

LADIES DO YOU KNOW WHAT YOUR

 female  MRI 32% Body Fat

 Body Fat Is?

Over the last few weeks I have met many people in all shapes, sizes, races, gender, sexual preferences and levels of fitness. I have also been privy to many conversations especially with the men but some of the women as well and I have noticed 2 things and they appear at this point to be gender specific as the behaviors and self assessments are consistently incorrect and without any real foundation or facts.

Today I will address a major misconception the majority of women I interact with at the gym possess.  Most not all of the women have many misconceptions about body composition particularly as it concerns muscle and fat. Their conversations about muscle usually involve the words bulky, masculine, and big. Their concern is appreciated especially if they are viewing the muscle magazines and pictures of women bodybuilders who are often far more muscular than the average woman or man we see in our travels. As such they develop a warped perception of what a fit woman with excellent body fat levels looks like and they are hesitant to want to build the required amount of muscle to be fit, strong and overall healthy.

So they shy away from weight resistance training and it shows when we test them with the body fat calculator. Appearance is one component of the issue since being over weight often diminishes any one's appearance. More importantly it is unhealthy and makes everything a person does a little more difficult with each extra pound of fat.So let me set the record straight. They say a picture is worth a thousand words so here it is.

The fat is on the left and the lean muscle is on the right. Enough said right. Enough said one would think but it isn't since frequently I am asked, "What if the fat is in my butt or legs', or I hear I like my butt big so I want to burn too much fat. Then there are those that appear to be thin but when tested they test high for body fat. We refer to this as skinny fat. Hey ladies if your body fat percentage is less than fit you are well on your way to developing long term chronic health issues. It does not matter what you appear to be it matters where you are on the chart below.

So ladies read it and know where you are. Your body fat percentage is a better indicator of your current or projected state of health than your weight or your BMI. Why doctors are not testing this critical indicator I can not tell you why but truly it provides essential information on what is going on inside your body. Pay attention to this indicator and keep it in the slim and fit categories and your quality of life no matter what else ails you will improve including your health, appearance, functional movements and sex life. So when you get off the treadmills, bikes, or other cardio machines head over to the weight resistance area and build some muscle to improve your health.

So let me congratulate you on making the effort to make it to the gym but do the entire workout so that   after you stop running or stair climbing you may burn 50 calories of fat for every pound of muscle while you are resting. So applaud yourselves for making the effort and take it up a notch by doing the required weight resistance training. Keep in mind while you are doing the weight resistance training that intensity counts as well cause as we all know..........

CHIT CHAT WON'T BURN FAT

Fellas I will be addressing you tomorrow