Hey all -
Here's a new website that I just discovered - some fun stuff, good ideas, counts points, etc.
http://www.hungry-girl.com/
CHECK IT OUT!
Thursday, July 30, 2009
Thursday, July 16, 2009
Greetings,
How many times a week are you guilty of saying "when I....."? So many of us live our daily life always talking about the future of achieving things that we have no idea when that goal will happen. And because we do this, we get lost in the moment. After reading the attached Shot for this week, entitled "The Joy Magnet", think about how you can change your thoughts to begin living in the moment, and enjoy every bit of the journey to your goals, whether it is job, weight loss, or personal achievements. Living in the moment helps you to celebrate every moment of getting one step closer to your ultimate goals...and what a joy that is!!! With this time of the year having so many wonderful fruits available , I have also attached a recipe for Mixed Berry Crumble. Please feel free to share with the rest of your co-workers.
Enjoy!
Sheila
Sheila Van Bockern
Corporate Account Manager
The Joy Magnet
About ten years ago I was attending a conference upstate, and as I stopped for a cup of caffeine on my way into the facility, a woman on line in front of me started a conversation. This little lady had to be close to eighty and here she was dressed in bright colors, makeup on, hair styled (and this was at 7:00 AM!).
We were doing what so many of us do in this situation: “Looks like it’s going to be a beautiful day!” As I grabbed my cup and turned to say “Have a nice day!” this lady touched my arm, looked at me with sparkling blue eyes, and said, “Honey, read my shirt! I always have a good day!” She pushed her shoulders back like a soldier so I could read the calligraphy across her chest: “Don’t Postpone Joy.”
Another time I went outside at lunch to take a walk around our office building because it was an unusually warm and sunny day for March. As I was passing a woman walking in the opposite direction I said, “Isn’t this fabulous weather!” She kept walking but started shaking her head: “We’re going to both pay for this!”
Both of these women had an impact on my life. The first woman I think of often. How much of our lives do we spend thinking about
“when I lose weight, I’m going to…”
“when I get some free time, I’m going to…”
“when the kids are grown, I’m going to…”
The second woman reminds me of how much time we spend worrying about what’s going to happen as opposed to being in the moment and enjoying life.
This is my challenge to each and every one of you: Look around and inside yourself. Instead of saying “When I get to my Weight Goal, I’m going to…” make a list of what it is you want to do and then really look at why you think you have to wait. I know it’s hard for some of us not to worry about things, but it’s time to stop worrying about “How long with this take?” and “how will I ever keep it off?” and “how will I ever reach my goal?” All of these statements not only show worry but also show you don’t believe you will be able to accomplish them.
Repeat after me,
“I am worth it!”
“I can do this.”
“I do deserve this.”
Losing weight is a process, and it can be an enjoyable process. Just remember there isn’t an off switch that we can hit when we get to goal that will make us into a happy person. My view is that the journey is when we should start getting excited and happy.
Happy that we’ve made the decision to do this for ourselves. Excited that the weight is coming off and maybe one week we tuck in a shirt or we’re not out of breath after lugging the groceries in from the car. These are joyful moments, and we need to start getting excited about every single one of them!
And joyful people seem to attract more joy. It’s like a magnet.
~ Sharon Lee Riguzzi
Mixed Berry Crumble
POINTS® Value: 4Servings: 8Preparation Time: 7 minCooking Time: 40 minLevel of Difficulty: Easy
This five-ingredient dessert highlights the sweetness of fresh summer fruit. Use any combination of berries you have on hand.*
Ingredients
2 cup(s) blueberries
2 cup(s) raspberries
3/4 cup(s) all-purpose flour
2/3 cup(s) unpacked light brown sugar
1/4 pound(s) unsalted butter, melted (1 stick)
Instructions
· Preheat oven to 350˚F.
· Place berries in a medium bowl. In another medium bowl, combine flour and sugar. Remove 3 tablespoons of flour mixture and gently toss with berries. Place berries in an 8-inch square pan.
· To make topping, add melted butter to remaining flour mixture; combine well. Crumble little bits of topping all over top of berries. Bake until berries just start to bubble, about 35 to 40 minutes. Cut into 8 pieces; serve warm or at room temperature. Yields 1 piece per serving.
Notes
· *You can use any combination of fresh berries in season: blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, etc. (Could affect POINTS values.)
How many times a week are you guilty of saying "when I....."? So many of us live our daily life always talking about the future of achieving things that we have no idea when that goal will happen. And because we do this, we get lost in the moment. After reading the attached Shot for this week, entitled "The Joy Magnet", think about how you can change your thoughts to begin living in the moment, and enjoy every bit of the journey to your goals, whether it is job, weight loss, or personal achievements. Living in the moment helps you to celebrate every moment of getting one step closer to your ultimate goals...and what a joy that is!!! With this time of the year having so many wonderful fruits available , I have also attached a recipe for Mixed Berry Crumble. Please feel free to share with the rest of your co-workers.
Enjoy!
Sheila
Sheila Van Bockern
Corporate Account Manager
The Joy Magnet
About ten years ago I was attending a conference upstate, and as I stopped for a cup of caffeine on my way into the facility, a woman on line in front of me started a conversation. This little lady had to be close to eighty and here she was dressed in bright colors, makeup on, hair styled (and this was at 7:00 AM!).
We were doing what so many of us do in this situation: “Looks like it’s going to be a beautiful day!” As I grabbed my cup and turned to say “Have a nice day!” this lady touched my arm, looked at me with sparkling blue eyes, and said, “Honey, read my shirt! I always have a good day!” She pushed her shoulders back like a soldier so I could read the calligraphy across her chest: “Don’t Postpone Joy.”
Another time I went outside at lunch to take a walk around our office building because it was an unusually warm and sunny day for March. As I was passing a woman walking in the opposite direction I said, “Isn’t this fabulous weather!” She kept walking but started shaking her head: “We’re going to both pay for this!”
Both of these women had an impact on my life. The first woman I think of often. How much of our lives do we spend thinking about
“when I lose weight, I’m going to…”
“when I get some free time, I’m going to…”
“when the kids are grown, I’m going to…”
The second woman reminds me of how much time we spend worrying about what’s going to happen as opposed to being in the moment and enjoying life.
This is my challenge to each and every one of you: Look around and inside yourself. Instead of saying “When I get to my Weight Goal, I’m going to…” make a list of what it is you want to do and then really look at why you think you have to wait. I know it’s hard for some of us not to worry about things, but it’s time to stop worrying about “How long with this take?” and “how will I ever keep it off?” and “how will I ever reach my goal?” All of these statements not only show worry but also show you don’t believe you will be able to accomplish them.
Repeat after me,
“I am worth it!”
“I can do this.”
“I do deserve this.”
Losing weight is a process, and it can be an enjoyable process. Just remember there isn’t an off switch that we can hit when we get to goal that will make us into a happy person. My view is that the journey is when we should start getting excited and happy.
Happy that we’ve made the decision to do this for ourselves. Excited that the weight is coming off and maybe one week we tuck in a shirt or we’re not out of breath after lugging the groceries in from the car. These are joyful moments, and we need to start getting excited about every single one of them!
And joyful people seem to attract more joy. It’s like a magnet.
~ Sharon Lee Riguzzi
Mixed Berry Crumble
POINTS® Value: 4Servings: 8Preparation Time: 7 minCooking Time: 40 minLevel of Difficulty: Easy
This five-ingredient dessert highlights the sweetness of fresh summer fruit. Use any combination of berries you have on hand.*
Ingredients
2 cup(s) blueberries
2 cup(s) raspberries
3/4 cup(s) all-purpose flour
2/3 cup(s) unpacked light brown sugar
1/4 pound(s) unsalted butter, melted (1 stick)
Instructions
· Preheat oven to 350˚F.
· Place berries in a medium bowl. In another medium bowl, combine flour and sugar. Remove 3 tablespoons of flour mixture and gently toss with berries. Place berries in an 8-inch square pan.
· To make topping, add melted butter to remaining flour mixture; combine well. Crumble little bits of topping all over top of berries. Bake until berries just start to bubble, about 35 to 40 minutes. Cut into 8 pieces; serve warm or at room temperature. Yields 1 piece per serving.
Notes
· *You can use any combination of fresh berries in season: blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, etc. (Could affect POINTS values.)
Friday, June 19, 2009
Here is a great website for recipes…
http://www.thatsmyhome.com/healthy/weight-watchers/
This one is an oldie, but a goody.
Key Lime Pie
(serves 8, 3 points a piece)
Ingredients
1 reduced fat graham cracker crust
1 (1/16 ounce) package sugar-free lime gelatin
1/4 cup boiling water
1 (8 ounce) container fat-free whipped topping
2 (6 ounce) key lime pie yogurt
Directions
In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Stir in yogurt with wire whisk. Fold in whipped topping with wooden spoon. Spread in crust.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
**I have made this several times with raspberry instead of lime and it works great. I’ve also left out the crust and just had a raspberry mousse for 2 points per serving!
**Note- you may want to calculate the points for your crust because you can’t always find the reduced fat ones and they will have more points.
http://www.thatsmyhome.com/healthy/weight-watchers/
This one is an oldie, but a goody.
Key Lime Pie
(serves 8, 3 points a piece)
Ingredients
1 reduced fat graham cracker crust
1 (1/16 ounce) package sugar-free lime gelatin
1/4 cup boiling water
1 (8 ounce) container fat-free whipped topping
2 (6 ounce) key lime pie yogurt
Directions
In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Stir in yogurt with wire whisk. Fold in whipped topping with wooden spoon. Spread in crust.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
**I have made this several times with raspberry instead of lime and it works great. I’ve also left out the crust and just had a raspberry mousse for 2 points per serving!
**Note- you may want to calculate the points for your crust because you can’t always find the reduced fat ones and they will have more points.
Friday, June 5, 2009
Bean Tostadas w/ Corn Salsa and Avocado
Bean Tostadas with Corn Salsa and Avocado (5 points)
4 small (6 in) corn tortillas
1 (15-1/2 oz) can pinto or black beans, drained and rinsed
(I use chili beans)
1 cup fresh salsa, divided
1 (8 oz) can low-sodium corn kernels, drained well
¾ cup shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded lettuce, head or romaine
½ avocado, diced
½ cup fat-free sour cream
2-4 green onions, sliced
2 T chopped cilantro
1.Preheat oven to 450o. Arrange tortillas in single layer on a baking sheet and bake until crisp and light brown around the edges, 5-7 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, mix the beans and 1/2 cup of the salsa (I add chili powder). Heat through and mash the beans.
3. In a small bowl, mix the remaining salsa with the corn, green onions and cilantro.
4. Place tortillas on plates. Spread each with the bean mixture, then top with cheese, lettuce, corn mixture, avocado and sour cream
Per serving: 326 calories, 6 g Fat, 11 g Fiber
From Shannon
4 small (6 in) corn tortillas
1 (15-1/2 oz) can pinto or black beans, drained and rinsed
(I use chili beans)
1 cup fresh salsa, divided
1 (8 oz) can low-sodium corn kernels, drained well
¾ cup shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded lettuce, head or romaine
½ avocado, diced
½ cup fat-free sour cream
2-4 green onions, sliced
2 T chopped cilantro
1.Preheat oven to 450o. Arrange tortillas in single layer on a baking sheet and bake until crisp and light brown around the edges, 5-7 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, mix the beans and 1/2 cup of the salsa (I add chili powder). Heat through and mash the beans.
3. In a small bowl, mix the remaining salsa with the corn, green onions and cilantro.
4. Place tortillas on plates. Spread each with the bean mixture, then top with cheese, lettuce, corn mixture, avocado and sour cream
Per serving: 326 calories, 6 g Fat, 11 g Fiber
From Shannon
Thursday, June 4, 2009
Crustless Pumpkin Pie
If you love pumpkin pie, but not all the fat, this is the way to go. You can eat half the pie for the same amount of points as just one piece of the regular stuff!
Crustless Pumpkin Pie
1 POINT per serving
Ingredients:
1 can pumpkin (15 oz)
1 can evaporated skim milk (12 oz)
3/4 cup egg substitute (or 3 egg whites)
1/2 tsp salt
3 tsp pumpkin pie spice
1 tsp vanilla
2/3 C. Splenda (or sugar) or to taste
Instructions: Combine all ingredients and beat until smooth. Pour into a 9" sprayed pie pan. Bake at 400 for 15 minutes, and then at 325 for 45 minutes or until a knife inserted in center comes out clean.
Serves 8
Whole Pie: 12 points (or 1 pt. for 1/8 pie)
TIP!Top this pie with a little fat free Cool-Whip for even more of a treat! Counts as a vegetable serving and high in fiber!
NOTE: You can make this with sugar or do half and half sugar & splenda, whatever your tastes are, but I tend to use a little more splenda than this calls for, closer to 3/4 cup. I also don't care for pumpkin pie spice too much so I cut it down to 1-2tsp pumpkin pie spice and the rest straight cinnamon.
Desiree Baker
Crustless Pumpkin Pie
1 POINT per serving
Ingredients:
1 can pumpkin (15 oz)
1 can evaporated skim milk (12 oz)
3/4 cup egg substitute (or 3 egg whites)
1/2 tsp salt
3 tsp pumpkin pie spice
1 tsp vanilla
2/3 C. Splenda (or sugar) or to taste
Instructions: Combine all ingredients and beat until smooth. Pour into a 9" sprayed pie pan. Bake at 400 for 15 minutes, and then at 325 for 45 minutes or until a knife inserted in center comes out clean.
Serves 8
Whole Pie: 12 points (or 1 pt. for 1/8 pie)
TIP!Top this pie with a little fat free Cool-Whip for even more of a treat! Counts as a vegetable serving and high in fiber!
NOTE: You can make this with sugar or do half and half sugar & splenda, whatever your tastes are, but I tend to use a little more splenda than this calls for, closer to 3/4 cup. I also don't care for pumpkin pie spice too much so I cut it down to 1-2tsp pumpkin pie spice and the rest straight cinnamon.
Desiree Baker
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Hi all,
I have a major sweet tooth so it's important for me to have low-point sweet snacks available, particularly in the evening after dinner. Here is a cake recipe I love and a 1-point per brownie muffin recipe that works very well for me.
Diet Cola Cake
Estimated POINTS® value per serving 3
Ingredients
1 Box Cake Mix (it calls for Butter recipe but I use any mix and it still turns out)2 egg whites1 12oz. can of diet soda
Instructions
Mix above ingredients and follow the baking instructions on the box.
Special Notes
I've noticed the baking time is not quite as long as on the box, maybe 5 minutes shorter. Also, get creative with the combination of cake mix and soda flavors.
Brownie Recipe
1 pkg low-fat brownie mix (I typically use Betty Crocker)
2 C all-bran cereal
2 1/2 C water
1 Tbsp. Baking Powder
Splash of Vanilla
1. Preheat oven to temperature listed on brownie mix box.
2. Coat regular muffin pan with cooking spray.
3. In large bowl mix cereal and water until blended and let sit for 20 minutes Gently add brownie mix, baking powder, and vanilla. (You can experiment with adds like coconut or nuts but be sure to account for the points).
4. Evenly scoop mixture into each muffin pan and bake according to the required time listed on brownie mix box.
Makes 24 muffins
One brownie = 1 point
Enjoy!!
Krisann
I have a major sweet tooth so it's important for me to have low-point sweet snacks available, particularly in the evening after dinner. Here is a cake recipe I love and a 1-point per brownie muffin recipe that works very well for me.
Diet Cola Cake
Estimated POINTS® value per serving 3
Ingredients
1 Box Cake Mix (it calls for Butter recipe but I use any mix and it still turns out)2 egg whites1 12oz. can of diet soda
Instructions
Mix above ingredients and follow the baking instructions on the box.
Special Notes
I've noticed the baking time is not quite as long as on the box, maybe 5 minutes shorter. Also, get creative with the combination of cake mix and soda flavors.
Brownie Recipe
1 pkg low-fat brownie mix (I typically use Betty Crocker)
2 C all-bran cereal
2 1/2 C water
1 Tbsp. Baking Powder
Splash of Vanilla
1. Preheat oven to temperature listed on brownie mix box.
2. Coat regular muffin pan with cooking spray.
3. In large bowl mix cereal and water until blended and let sit for 20 minutes Gently add brownie mix, baking powder, and vanilla. (You can experiment with adds like coconut or nuts but be sure to account for the points).
4. Evenly scoop mixture into each muffin pan and bake according to the required time listed on brownie mix box.
Makes 24 muffins
One brownie = 1 point
Enjoy!!
Krisann
Top 10 Reasons to Join
Hi all,
Amy found this on the Weight Watchers site from a member. thought I would post it for all to enjoy!
1. To no longer be part of the Great American Obesity Epidemic that
Gets blamed for skyrocketing health care costs, etc. etc. (it really bugged
me to be a statistic!)
2. To be able to buy cheap clearance bras.
3. To be able to wipe my butt without throwing my back out.
4. To not break office chairs.
5. To qualify for health insurance.
6. To be able to buy clothes I kinda like once in awhile, instead of just settling
For something that I can fit into.
7. To be able to tie my shoes in the middle, instead of on the side.
8. To not feel like everyone is staring at my plate, or the contents of my grocery cart, like "so THAT's what
you eat to get that big!"
9. To not always feel like I have to be extra-funny, charming, sweet, etc. to make up for my appearance.
10. To set an example of a sane relationship with food for my kids (especially my daughter).
Amy found this on the Weight Watchers site from a member. thought I would post it for all to enjoy!
1. To no longer be part of the Great American Obesity Epidemic that
Gets blamed for skyrocketing health care costs, etc. etc. (it really bugged
me to be a statistic!)
2. To be able to buy cheap clearance bras.
3. To be able to wipe my butt without throwing my back out.
4. To not break office chairs.
5. To qualify for health insurance.
6. To be able to buy clothes I kinda like once in awhile, instead of just settling
For something that I can fit into.
7. To be able to tie my shoes in the middle, instead of on the side.
8. To not feel like everyone is staring at my plate, or the contents of my grocery cart, like "so THAT's what
you eat to get that big!"
9. To not always feel like I have to be extra-funny, charming, sweet, etc. to make up for my appearance.
10. To set an example of a sane relationship with food for my kids (especially my daughter).
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