Just like your body will tell you when it's hungry and what it's hungry for; it will let you know when it is tired.
When the digestive system is overworked, it too becomes 'tired' and needs a break!
Who hasn't experienced the feeling of being 'narced up' on calories after a heavy meal? A full cycle of sleep rests the digestive system, as well as the entire body and mind. A good, long rest, after a filling meal, can also result in an unplanned fast. By not mistaking fatigue for hunger, and by learning to recognize the difference between the two; anyone can succeed!
Know when you have reached the point of needing a good cleansing rest. Wait for the growl of your gut to be your cue to eat again and make sure to load up on veggies and fluids when you come out of hibernation~
Thursday, October 21, 2010
Sunday, October 17, 2010
grubmoney
Eating good, fresh, healthy food does not have to be expensive!
You just have to become a more frequent shopper when going the fresh route; the operative word here being fresh. Purchase items daily when shopping for produce, dairy, meats or baked goods. Buy only what you will use for the next two or three meals. This cuts down on cost by eliminating waste!
On the other hand, some products have a much longer shelf life, and can be purchased in bulk to cut costs. Spices, and baking staples are good examples of items that can be bought in larger quantities. There are thousands of items, depending upon your own food preferences, and kitchen skills.
Lacking in the latter, I chose to bring home a Black Forest ham with Provolone cheese on a feshly baked Italian Herb and Cheese roll. I carefully loaded it down with veggies and a smattering of mayo and used my Subway employee discount, of course~
You just have to become a more frequent shopper when going the fresh route; the operative word here being fresh. Purchase items daily when shopping for produce, dairy, meats or baked goods. Buy only what you will use for the next two or three meals. This cuts down on cost by eliminating waste!
On the other hand, some products have a much longer shelf life, and can be purchased in bulk to cut costs. Spices, and baking staples are good examples of items that can be bought in larger quantities. There are thousands of items, depending upon your own food preferences, and kitchen skills.
Lacking in the latter, I chose to bring home a Black Forest ham with Provolone cheese on a feshly baked Italian Herb and Cheese roll. I carefully loaded it down with veggies and a smattering of mayo and used my Subway employee discount, of course~
Friday, October 15, 2010
Grubrut
Yesterday , I decided to break the grubrut and eat something different.
I ended up at Burger King, where I got a gigantic double cheeseburger, complete with a side of fries and a diet coke. I hadn't had fries in awhile and found them to be heavy and tasteless! What I was craving, some fresh veggies! I decided that the solitary slice of tomato and skimpy portion of lettuce didn't quite measure up. I ate half the sandwich and only a few of the fries before deciding that I wasn't really hungry anymore, and I didn't feel satisfied either!
Eating something different, doesn't have to mean eating fried or frozen foods. Breaking your grubrut doesn't mean seeking out foods high in fat and low in nutrients.
Today, I tried a new sandwich after my shift at work, it was loaded with fresh veggies and sliced roast beef...toasted and garnished with some ranch dressing on a toasted flatbread...yum~
I ended up at Burger King, where I got a gigantic double cheeseburger, complete with a side of fries and a diet coke. I hadn't had fries in awhile and found them to be heavy and tasteless! What I was craving, some fresh veggies! I decided that the solitary slice of tomato and skimpy portion of lettuce didn't quite measure up. I ate half the sandwich and only a few of the fries before deciding that I wasn't really hungry anymore, and I didn't feel satisfied either!
Eating something different, doesn't have to mean eating fried or frozen foods. Breaking your grubrut doesn't mean seeking out foods high in fat and low in nutrients.
Today, I tried a new sandwich after my shift at work, it was loaded with fresh veggies and sliced roast beef...toasted and garnished with some ranch dressing on a toasted flatbread...yum~
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
grubgrill
Last night, a trip to the Chinese buffet.
I kept to the salad and saute side of the menu. I chose some skillfully prepared sushi;, mostly California rolls, and a roll stuffed with crab, avocado and cream cheese in seaweed. What was lacking in selection, was more than made up for in freshness and presentation.
For the entrees, there were plenty of fresh veggies, (especially broccoli), chicken in a mix of diffent recipes, shrimp dishes, grilled fish in a lemon butter sauce, and cheese stuffed mushrooms. I had a bite or three of just about everything. Obviously, I was not in a fasting mode last night.
Today was lighter, less voluminous fare.
I kicked off my morning with a couple of homemade cinnamon rolls, complete with cream cheese icing.
For lunch, some Teriyaki Beef flavor Ramen noodles. Dinner; a grilled cheese sandwich, made with 2% American cheese, honey-roasted turkey breast, and whole grain white sandwich slices.
Something tells me, tomorrow I'm going to want some fruits and veggies~
I kept to the salad and saute side of the menu. I chose some skillfully prepared sushi;, mostly California rolls, and a roll stuffed with crab, avocado and cream cheese in seaweed. What was lacking in selection, was more than made up for in freshness and presentation.
For the entrees, there were plenty of fresh veggies, (especially broccoli), chicken in a mix of diffent recipes, shrimp dishes, grilled fish in a lemon butter sauce, and cheese stuffed mushrooms. I had a bite or three of just about everything. Obviously, I was not in a fasting mode last night.
Today was lighter, less voluminous fare.
I kicked off my morning with a couple of homemade cinnamon rolls, complete with cream cheese icing.
For lunch, some Teriyaki Beef flavor Ramen noodles. Dinner; a grilled cheese sandwich, made with 2% American cheese, honey-roasted turkey breast, and whole grain white sandwich slices.
Something tells me, tomorrow I'm going to want some fruits and veggies~
Monday, October 11, 2010
grubmix
I'm a firm believer that anytime can be MEALTIME!
BREAKFAST is not limited to the early morning hours and, as many of you may already know, foods like eggs and bacon can make a swell DINNER.
Since I work at a Subway, a sandwich means so much more than LUNCH to me, and of course, can be eaten anytime. A freshly made sandwich can hold all of the necessary food groups neatly inside itself. It can be eaten quickly and leave little or no clean-up after enjoying it.
There are literally thousands of ways to create a sandwich, using a myriad of fillings, mixed with any number of types of breads and rolls.
This morning I enjoyed two spicy hot dogs laced with jalapenos and injected with extra-sharp cheddar cheese; heated just enough to make the cheese ooze, and wrapped neatly in seeded potato bread. It was perfect with a glass of sweet tea and a few Sun Chips.
I'm bound to get hungry sooner or later, and who knows what my next meal will be, or when~
BREAKFAST is not limited to the early morning hours and, as many of you may already know, foods like eggs and bacon can make a swell DINNER.
Since I work at a Subway, a sandwich means so much more than LUNCH to me, and of course, can be eaten anytime. A freshly made sandwich can hold all of the necessary food groups neatly inside itself. It can be eaten quickly and leave little or no clean-up after enjoying it.
There are literally thousands of ways to create a sandwich, using a myriad of fillings, mixed with any number of types of breads and rolls.
This morning I enjoyed two spicy hot dogs laced with jalapenos and injected with extra-sharp cheddar cheese; heated just enough to make the cheese ooze, and wrapped neatly in seeded potato bread. It was perfect with a glass of sweet tea and a few Sun Chips.
I'm bound to get hungry sooner or later, and who knows what my next meal will be, or when~
Sunday, October 10, 2010
grubfast
I did finally get that veggie sub I've been talking about. I ate it late in the afternoon, after a hectic shift at work; breaking my 'grubfast' from the night before. I was pretty hungry, having only had a yoo-hoo and a chocolate chip cookie all day.
I tucked myself in early with a bowl of frosted mini-wheats, (the mini size), and some diet cherry 7-Up.
Back to my grinder...
I opted for the Italian gourmet cheese bread, freshly baked with a blend of shredded cheeses, and lightly spiced with parmesan and oregano. After loading my hoagie down with lettuce, tomatoes and onion; I decided to add a few black olives, some jalapeno peppers, a couple of banana peppers, and some more tomatoes. The hint of monterey jack and mild cheddar, with the smattering of italian spices, gave the sandwich a huge flavor boost, while satisfying my craving for some protein!
I am not condoning going for long periods of time without fluids or nourishment, but, I have found that a short FAST can be cleansing and have positive effects on your digestive system. For me, however, the biggest perk of truly being hungry is that it seems to make the foods I do eat, taste so much better~
I tucked myself in early with a bowl of frosted mini-wheats, (the mini size), and some diet cherry 7-Up.
Back to my grinder...
I opted for the Italian gourmet cheese bread, freshly baked with a blend of shredded cheeses, and lightly spiced with parmesan and oregano. After loading my hoagie down with lettuce, tomatoes and onion; I decided to add a few black olives, some jalapeno peppers, a couple of banana peppers, and some more tomatoes. The hint of monterey jack and mild cheddar, with the smattering of italian spices, gave the sandwich a huge flavor boost, while satisfying my craving for some protein!
I am not condoning going for long periods of time without fluids or nourishment, but, I have found that a short FAST can be cleansing and have positive effects on your digestive system. For me, however, the biggest perk of truly being hungry is that it seems to make the foods I do eat, taste so much better~
Friday, October 8, 2010
grubplan
Sometimes, even the most well-laid out plan can be upset by an unforseen change in circumstances.
For example, yesterday's PLAN to have a veggie sub after work, ended up being a turkey club after grocery shopping. I wasn't really needed at work, so, I decided to hit the grocery store on the way home. I had hours worth of unspent energy, and needed to burn it off somewhere.
After lugging in ten cases of assorted drinks and cleaning supplies, I ate my turkey, with white American, on a toasted, cheesy, fresh roll. I followed it with a snack of soft, fresh-baked chocolate chip cookies, (three of them), also from Subway. Several hours later, during a CSI marathon, I inhaled a small bowl of frosted mini-wheats with a handful of white-chocolate baking chips sprinkled in. Seems like my sweet tooth was calling the shots last night!
Of course, I am not suggesting that you throw your PLAN out the window every day. What I am saying is: it's okay to 'wing it' once in awhile. You don't have to weigh and measure every morsel. You don't have to know how many calories is in every bite; or how many carbs versus proteins and fats is in every food you choose! Where's the spontaneity in that?
The main idea is to be flexible with what you eat, as well as, with what you do! Your body will tell you when it's hungry, but, if you listen carefully and learn to recognize the aura, your brain will tell you what it is hungry for! Who hasn't thought, "I'm hungry for FOOD-FOOD, not JUNK-FOOD? Since breakfast was a diet, cherry 7-Up and a piece of jerky; my stomach hasn't weighed in on the matter, but, my brain is craving some vegetables.
If my body and brain agree, maybe tonight, I will have that Veggie on honey-oat~
For example, yesterday's PLAN to have a veggie sub after work, ended up being a turkey club after grocery shopping. I wasn't really needed at work, so, I decided to hit the grocery store on the way home. I had hours worth of unspent energy, and needed to burn it off somewhere.
After lugging in ten cases of assorted drinks and cleaning supplies, I ate my turkey, with white American, on a toasted, cheesy, fresh roll. I followed it with a snack of soft, fresh-baked chocolate chip cookies, (three of them), also from Subway. Several hours later, during a CSI marathon, I inhaled a small bowl of frosted mini-wheats with a handful of white-chocolate baking chips sprinkled in. Seems like my sweet tooth was calling the shots last night!
Of course, I am not suggesting that you throw your PLAN out the window every day. What I am saying is: it's okay to 'wing it' once in awhile. You don't have to weigh and measure every morsel. You don't have to know how many calories is in every bite; or how many carbs versus proteins and fats is in every food you choose! Where's the spontaneity in that?
The main idea is to be flexible with what you eat, as well as, with what you do! Your body will tell you when it's hungry, but, if you listen carefully and learn to recognize the aura, your brain will tell you what it is hungry for! Who hasn't thought, "I'm hungry for FOOD-FOOD, not JUNK-FOOD? Since breakfast was a diet, cherry 7-Up and a piece of jerky; my stomach hasn't weighed in on the matter, but, my brain is craving some vegetables.
If my body and brain agree, maybe tonight, I will have that Veggie on honey-oat~
Thursday, October 7, 2010
grubtime
Yesterday's fishing excursion ended at Ace Hardware; after I found a batch of yellow flowers on sale along with some ornamental peppers. I pulled in for some ice, and ended up with a two hour workout in my front yard! It was pretty windy anyway, so, the fishing will have to wait for Sunday. It's all good, because, I'm flexible with my time~
Time seems to be a big dealbreaker for many folks, when it comes to finding their balance between exercise and diet. I will temper my advice with this little diddy: Don't worry about it! Other than the time you must spend attending to your obligations, i.e., work, kids, pets, etc., what you do with your time is up to you. There is no such thing as mealtime, so, get off that clock right now!
How about waiting until you're hungry? Your stomach will eventually growl; you will get tired, and may feel a slight headachy sensation. Then, it's time to eat. Placing too much concern on 'grubtime' can upset the balance between eating and activity. Be as flexible with your meals as you are with your Saturday afternoons!
This morning, I am spent a good chunk of my time in a relaxing corpse pose on my lawn chair, in the privacy of my back yard. In fact, it took me 'til now to really NEED a meal.
My breakfast was a quick chug of Yoo-Hoo, and for midday, I ate a good helping of some boiled cabbage with shaved carrots sauteed in butter sauce. It had just the right amount of pepper too!
Time for me to mow the lawn... and EARN that Subway sub I plan to eat after I finish my shift. By then, my stomach should be pretty vocal about what TIME it is!
Time seems to be a big dealbreaker for many folks, when it comes to finding their balance between exercise and diet. I will temper my advice with this little diddy: Don't worry about it! Other than the time you must spend attending to your obligations, i.e., work, kids, pets, etc., what you do with your time is up to you. There is no such thing as mealtime, so, get off that clock right now!
How about waiting until you're hungry? Your stomach will eventually growl; you will get tired, and may feel a slight headachy sensation. Then, it's time to eat. Placing too much concern on 'grubtime' can upset the balance between eating and activity. Be as flexible with your meals as you are with your Saturday afternoons!
This morning, I am spent a good chunk of my time in a relaxing corpse pose on my lawn chair, in the privacy of my back yard. In fact, it took me 'til now to really NEED a meal.
My breakfast was a quick chug of Yoo-Hoo, and for midday, I ate a good helping of some boiled cabbage with shaved carrots sauteed in butter sauce. It had just the right amount of pepper too!
Time for me to mow the lawn... and EARN that Subway sub I plan to eat after I finish my shift. By then, my stomach should be pretty vocal about what TIME it is!
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
gruboff
Ever have a day off and find yourself wasting it by the television? After several dozen trips to the refrigerator, your diet is wrecked, you become lethargic, and you end up snoozing like a couch potato.
This afternoon's mission: to fill my free time with a trip to the Indian River for some fishing and a picnic lunch. I whipped up some albacore tuna, with a generous portion of Duke's mayonaisse, sliced up some ripe Roma tomatoes to go on the side, and tucked it into my cooler with a few diet cokes and some bread and water. A quick stop at the bait store and I will head out in search of sheepshead and mullet; and if I'm lucky, a stray blue crab or two to throw in the pot for an afternoon snack.
There's room here for a swim and a nice, long stroll by the 528...let you know how it turns out!
This afternoon's mission: to fill my free time with a trip to the Indian River for some fishing and a picnic lunch. I whipped up some albacore tuna, with a generous portion of Duke's mayonaisse, sliced up some ripe Roma tomatoes to go on the side, and tucked it into my cooler with a few diet cokes and some bread and water. A quick stop at the bait store and I will head out in search of sheepshead and mullet; and if I'm lucky, a stray blue crab or two to throw in the pot for an afternoon snack.
There's room here for a swim and a nice, long stroll by the 528...let you know how it turns out!
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Beachgrub
Finally made it out to have that fish taco I've been talkin' about...and it was worth the drive. I met with Monopoly Bob and we walked over to the beachside tiki bar near his office.The company, and the atmosphere was delightful. This little place was filled with all sorts of signage...large, small, hand-drawn, old-school neon's,the works; and it set the tone for a great lunch! We ordered a plate of three tacos with a side of seasoned fries and shared the plate.The crispy batter-fried fish inside the soft tortilla was garnished with a cilantro and chopped tomato salsa, and some finely shredded fresh iceberg lettuce. All the textures and flavors made complete by a slice of fresh lime.
As I drove back over the bridge, I could lick my lips and taste the lime and cilantro from the garnish, mixed with the salty seasonings from the potatoes. I left the table 'one-bite hungry'...advice I got from my granny years ago, but, sometimes forget to follow~
As I drove back over the bridge, I could lick my lips and taste the lime and cilantro from the garnish, mixed with the salty seasonings from the potatoes. I left the table 'one-bite hungry'...advice I got from my granny years ago, but, sometimes forget to follow~
Blubgrub
Most of us cannot seem to find a balance between what we EAT and what we DO...it's really just that simple. Too much time is spent calculating calories, while, for some reason, very little effort is put into burning them off. To help find that important balance between intake and activity, concentrate more on activity..since intake seems to be on autopilot!
This afternoon, I am heading to that spot I mentioned, where the 'fish tacos' can be found...yesterday having been spent repairing a radiator leak, followed by a shared turkey and provolone submarine.
Another helpful hint: sharing everything also cuts your calorie intake in half! Besides, company is always good when having a meal...Also shared was my evening meal, which took longer to make than it did to eat. Stuffed chicken breast, cordon bleu; love my ham and cheese~
The point is, place as much importance on OUTPUT as you do INTAKE.
I am heading out now, so that I can get a good swim in before lunch.
This afternoon, I am heading to that spot I mentioned, where the 'fish tacos' can be found...yesterday having been spent repairing a radiator leak, followed by a shared turkey and provolone submarine.
Another helpful hint: sharing everything also cuts your calorie intake in half! Besides, company is always good when having a meal...Also shared was my evening meal, which took longer to make than it did to eat. Stuffed chicken breast, cordon bleu; love my ham and cheese~
The point is, place as much importance on OUTPUT as you do INTAKE.
I am heading out now, so that I can get a good swim in before lunch.
Monday, October 4, 2010
Subbub
I started working for the Subway folks recently...lost ten pounds eating turkey subs and chocolate chip cookies...mostly the former, but, love the latter. I think the weight loss may be from mopping the entire restaurant in the alotted six minutes...and I can make and eat a sandwich in just a fraction of that time. Just a little history on me and the rest is all about the Grub.
I have spent years as a licensed Personal Trainer, dabbled in firefighting for a few years, and have an AA in Journalism...I have seen thousands of folks struggling with their weight and other issues relating to food and activity: the key element is connecting the two!
I credit my soon-to-be daughter-in-law for pointing the way to the blog world, where I can share my advice and opinions with others and possibly pick up a few pointers myself...Angela is a Foodbuzz junkie, whereas I am a newborn in the blogworld of food and all it's celebrities.
Today on the menu...beach and lunch at the Sandbar with Monopoly Bob...going for a fish taco!
I have spent years as a licensed Personal Trainer, dabbled in firefighting for a few years, and have an AA in Journalism...I have seen thousands of folks struggling with their weight and other issues relating to food and activity: the key element is connecting the two!
I credit my soon-to-be daughter-in-law for pointing the way to the blog world, where I can share my advice and opinions with others and possibly pick up a few pointers myself...Angela is a Foodbuzz junkie, whereas I am a newborn in the blogworld of food and all it's celebrities.
Today on the menu...beach and lunch at the Sandbar with Monopoly Bob...going for a fish taco!
Grubclub First Post
For this firstime bloggers post....I read the Marie Calire article on the Big6...u should thank them for the publicity,..even if it was bad, it caught my attention. I think little cousin Angela had a hand in making me read it...but, I can see by reading all the replies that all the ladies were shocked at the article. Perhaps if Katie wasn't posing ae 'one of you', you all might not have felt as betrayed. I am sure you all expected a nice story about your efforts to help folks with their eating dilemma's; perhaps a few pics of some of your meals would've been nice too...pretty sneaky way to bash the ladies..I won't be doing any one-on-one interviews with that rag!
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