Blueberry cobbler pizza

(Adapted & inspired by: Guy Fieri - Guy Fieri food)

*if you have peanut allergies omit

Serves: 8-12

1 c. Quick rolled oats
2 Tbsp. Organic brown sugar, firmly packed
2 Tbsp. Unsalted butter, at room temperature
2 pinches of Himalayan salt
1/4 tsp. Ground cinnamon
1 10-oz. Pizza dough
1 21-oz. Blueberry pie filling
1/4 c. Freshly chopped peanuts *
1/2 c. Mascarpone cheese, at room temperature

 Directions:

1.) Preheat oven to 400.

2.) In a medium sized bowl, combine oats, brown sugar, butter, 2 pinches of salt, plus the cinnamon and mix with fingers until blended combined well. Add the peanuts and mix gently.

 3.) Stretch half the dough into 1/2 inch thick 11 inch round. Place onto a greased pizza pan.

4.) Spread half blueberry filling over the pizza crust. Top with the half of the oat mixture. Bake for 30 minutes or until the crust is golden brown, and the blueberries are bubbling.

 5.) Garnish the pizza with a dollops of half of the Mascarpone cheese. 

6.) Cut pizza into slices and enjoy!


* Benefit Alert

Eating blueberries are powerful superfoods. They’re rich in nutrients, antioxidants and phytochemicals which help prevent (and, in some cases, reverse) the effects of aging, cardiovascular disease, arthritis, diabetes, high blood pressure and certain types of cancer.

Spinach pie egg rolls

(Inspired by: Spinach Pie)

Serves: 8

1/4 c. Crumbled feta cheese
1/4 c. Swiss cheese, shredded
1/2 tsp. Cayenne pepper
3 c. Roughly- chopped fresh spinach
1 c. Diced onion
1 Tbsp. Fresh parsley, chopped
8 egg roll wrappers

Directions:

 1.) Cook and drain spinach.

2.) In a large to medium sized bowl, blend the spinach, onions, swiss cheese, crumbled feta, parsley, salt and pepper, mixing well.

3.) Building the egg rolls, placing a Tbsp of filling in the center of the egg roll wrapper. Then trace the edges with water to seal it.

4.) Bake at 350 for 25 minutes or until lightly golden brown.


* Benefit Alert

Eating spinach include improving blood glucose control in diabetics, lowering the risk of cancer, lowering blood pressure, improving bone health, lowering the risk of developing asthma and more.

Ginger orange tea

Serves: 6

Ginger root, about 4-in long
2 c. Water
2 Tbsp. Lime juice
 2 c. Orange juice
 2 Tbsp. Honey

Directions:

 1.)  Peel and slice the ginger root into small pieces, using a grader.
Put them in a pot with 2 cups of water and just barely boil.

2.) Remove the pieces out.

3.) Add the orange juice, lime juice, honey, and stir as  you want your honey to mix in well.

4.) Enjoy!

* BENEFIT ALERT

Ginger helps with the symptoms of upper respiratory tract infection, bronchitis, cough, menstrual cramps, arthritis and muscle pain.

Hot out of the oven..... Food Preservatives

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Let's just face it: we all tend to go ahh! for something that is quite tasty looking.
Just to pleases our taste buds, but we are not truly thinking clearly....Are we?
Okay if you literally took the time to answer this question, then "TWO GIGANTIC THUMBS UP".
Please don't let me be the only person who reads the back of the package, when shopping for food.
When you come across a word you  "NEVER" heard of before do you become astonished?, Or do you just toss it in your chart and proceed to continue on with your shopping? . I always follow this rule of thumb, like anyone else who is just as curious as me. I bet your wondering now what I am talking about.....well I will let that marinade for a bit. Okay I hope we are both on the same page, I mean reading the back of the package.
 When I say  preservatives are some type of food additives added to food to extended shelf life. So it does not cause food to break down, and become spoiled quickly. Mold, bacteria, and yeast can cause food spoilage and are found practically everywhere we breathe in air. Researchers believe preservatives have changed eating habits and food production patterns more than any other food additive. Now I want send you on a positive journey to the safety points in food preservatives, and then leave you with the myth factors.

~ Positive aspect

Ascorbic Acid: An essential nutrient "Vitamin C" found naturally in fruits and veggies, ascorbic acid is an antioxidant that helps protect the body from free radicals. Ascorbic acid is used to help prevent food spoilage in a wide range of products from cereal to beverages. 

Taurine: Is an amino sulfonic acid, but it is often referred to as an amino acid, a chemical that is a required building block of protein. ” A “conditional amino acid” can be manufactured by the body, but an “essential amino acid” cannot be made by the body and must be provided by the diet.

Nisin:  Is a natural antimicrobial agent with activity against a wide variety of undesirable food borne (pathogenic) bacteria. Is a peptide which is produced by the food grade dairy starter bacterium Lactococcus lactis. Extend shelf life
and cost  on saving for food processors. Reduce the temperature of the heat processing, shorten the time of the heat processing.Protect against temperature abuse of chilled products during storage and distribution, in certain cases use ambient instead of chilled condition for storage and distribution.

Aspartame:  A very common artificial sweetener.

Now when it comes to the Myth of different foods I technically leave that out of the food equations.
Because that is where everyone has their own opinions on what bad. So with that being said I want to hear your views on these questionable Preservatives.  

* Sulfites

* Sodium Benzoate

* Nitrit

* BHA/BHT

Frozen chocolate yogurt

Serves: 5

2 1/2 c. Greek yogurt
 1/2 + 1 Tbsp. Organic granulated sugar
3/4 tsp. Vanilla extract
2 1/2 oz. Chocolate chips

Directions:

 1.) Stir the yogurt, sugar, vanilla extract until sugar has dissolved. Cover and place in refrigerator 1 hour.

2.) Pour mixture into ice cream maker, adding the chocolate chips and freeze according to manufactures directions.

cream of carrot basil soup

(Inspired by: carrot ginger soup)

Serves: 4

1/2 lb. Carrots ( topped & peeled)
1 1/2 celery, finely chopped
1/2 medium sized  red onion, sliced
 1/8 c. Fresh basil, finely chopped
3 1/2 c. Vegetable stock
1/4 tsp. Himalayan salt
1/8 tsp. Ground red pepper
 1/4 c. Coconut cream

 Directions:

 1.) Slice the carrots and celery, place into a large pot adding the onions and basil. 

2.) Add the vegetable stock and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat down to medium - low and cook, covered until vegetables are soft, about 15 minutes.

3.) Remove pot from heat, season with Himalayan salt and red pepper.

 4.) Using a blender, puree in small increments and return back to the pot.

5.) Add the cream and correct the seasoning, garnishing it off with cashew sour cream.

Lemon Ginger cookies

lemon ginger cookies

 Adapted from: http://www.catcora.com/recipes/desserts?name=Lemonade+Cookies

1 (6oz) frozen lemonade concentrate
 2 tsp. Ground ginger
 1/2 lb (2 stick) unsalted butter, softened
 1 c. Sugar + extra to sprinkle over cookies
 2 tsp. Lemon zest, finely grated
 2 lg eggs
 2 1/2 c. All purpose flour
 1 tsp. Baking soda
 1/8 tsp. Himalayan salt

 Directions:

1.) Preheat oven to 375.

2.) Allow lemonade to sit at room temperature.

3.)In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar with a electric mixer. Add the lemon zest, the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue to beat mixture until creamy and light, 4 to 5 minutes, then set off to the side. In a medium size bow,whisk together the flour, baking soda and Himalayan salt, ground ginger. 

4.) Measure out 1/2 cup of the lemonade, and set the rest off to the side. Add about 1/3 of of the flour mixture to the creamed mixture.Stir, then add 1/3 of the 1/2 cup lemonade.Continue to add the flour and lemonade alternately, stirring after each addition, until the mixture shows no flour. Beat on low until all ingredients is combined.

5.) Using an ice cream scoop, drop rounded teaspoonfuls of the dough 2 inches apart on an ungreased baking sheet. 

6.)Bake the cookies keeping a close eye on them, check on them after 8 minutes. The edges are just starting to brown, remove the cookies from the oven. (the centers will still appear soft) brushing the remaining lemonade over cookies, after they are done with a sprinkle of sugar. And allow the cookies to cool, on cooling rack.

pizza soup

(Inspired by: Baby gonzo stringy soup)

Note: you can use different types of chorizo as well.

Serves: 7

4c. Mozzarella cheese
2 big cans Tomato juice
2 1/2 c. Green bell peppers, chopped
4 c. Corn kernels
1 1/4 lb ground lean turkey

 Directions:

1.) Brown the ground turkey in a skillet.

2.) Add Tomato juice, corn kernels, green bell peppers, to soup pot.
 And allow to cook until everything is completely cooked.

3.) Add cheese, turkey into bowl before, adding the tomato juice plus vegetables.  

Bon appetite!

Baked Pears

(Inspired by: Baked apples)

Serves:4

4 Bosc pears
1/2 c. Organic brown sugar
 4 Tbsp. Butter
2 tsp. Ground cinnamon
1 tsp. Vanilla extract
1 tsp. Butter (for baking dish)

Directions:

1.) Preheat oven to 350,  1tsp. Butter to grease baking dish.

2.) Peel pears, halves and cored.

3.) In a small bowl, combine by whisking together  the butter, cinnamon, vanilla extract brushing them  on both sides.

4.) Arrange the pears on the baking dish, with cut side down. And bake for 30 minutes on both sides, or until fork tender.
Basting them every 15 minutes with juices from the pan.

5.) Serve with you're favorite ice cream (optional)

pineapple- zucchini bread

Serves: 5

7/8 eggs
 1/3 c. + 1Tbsp. + 1tsp. Organic granulated sugar
3 Tbsp. + 1 tsp. Vegetable oil
 2/3 c. + 1 Tbsp. All purpose flour
 1/4 tsp. Baking soda
 1/4 tsp. Himalayan salt
1/4 tsp. Ground cinnamon
 1/8 tsp. Baking powder
1/3 c. + 1 Tbsp. + 1 tsp. Grated zucchini
 3 Tbsp. + 1 tsp. Raisins
1/4 tsp. Vanilla extract
 3/8 (8 oz.) Can crushed pineapple (save about half of juices)

 Directions:

1.) Preheat oven to 350.

2.) Blend together by whisking flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, baking powder.

 3.) In a large bowl, beat the eggs. Gradually beat in sugar, then oil. Add flour mixture alternately with zucchini into the egg mixture. Stir in the raisins, pineapple with saved juices, and vanilla. Pour batter into a 9 x 5 inch greased and lightly floured loaf pans. 

4.) Bake on the lowest rack in the oven for 55 minutes or until tooth pick comes out clean. Let cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan.

Hot out the oven..... Gluten Free

(Adapted from: Natures Pathways)

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Over million of people have no choice but to eat a gluten free diet, because of medical condition. The most common is celiac disease, an autoimmune disorder in the small intestine that is caused by eating foods containing gluten protein. The condition is genetic. If children of people diagnosed with celiac disease should ask their doctor about getting tested. Common symptoms may include abdominal cramping, diarrhea, constipation, bloating and flatulent. Even without these symptoms, a person can still have celiac disease. The estimated 3 million of Americans with this disease don't even know it, while these symptoms are masked as other conditions. Left untreated can lead to other conditions like dermatitis herpetiformis, chronic fatigue, osteoporosis and failure in thrive children.
As in other groups of people "Gluten sensitive" suffer from a wheat allergy, which means they have an allergic reaction. When they come in contact with wheat. Its quite different from celiac disease in that is only caused by gluten. As wheat allergy may be caused by any part of the wheat plant. Gluten sensitive symptoms include nausea, eczema or hives, asthma, cramps and tissue swelling. As there are more severe allergic reactions can include anaphylactic shock, dizziness, headache and IBS. people suffering from a wheat allergy needs to read food labels closely to avoid contact with wheat, but may not be as limited in their food choices because of other grains don't pose a problem. Any of these conditions can be quite dangerous if ignored or untreated. The benefits of going gluten free is a great thing. It can help with migraines, ADD/ADHD, Autism, Fibromyalgia, joint pain, mental clarity and relief of stomach problems.
There is no cure for celiac disease and gluten intolerant, except to change your eating habits to gluten free.

chocolate banana sorbet

Serves: 6

3 frozen bananas
1 Tbsp. Cold water
2 Tbsp. Chocolate chips

 Directions:

 1.) Pulse bananas, water, chocolate chips in a food processor until smooth. But not to smooth to break the chips up, then enjoy!

Pizza nachos

Serves: 12

1- 1/2 lb. Soy chorizo& tbsp;
1-1/2 onion, sliced
1-1/2 (14.5 oz) pkg. Tortilla chips
 1-1/2 (16 oz.) Can refried beans
 3 Tbsp. Jalapeño pepper sliced 
3 Tbsp. Black olives, sliced
1-1/2 (8oz) pkg. Shredded Mexican cheese
 1/4 tsp. Italian seasoning
 1/4 tsp. Garlic powder
 1/4 tsp. Parsley flakes
1/8 tsp. Onion powder
 1 Tbsp. + 1-1/2 tsp. Olive oil

 Directions:

 1.) Preheat oven to 300.

2.) Brown the soy chorizo in a skillet over medium heat, 10 to 12 minutes, stirring often; drain excess grease and set the soy chorizo aside.

3.) Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook the onions in the skillet and stirring often, until soft and brown, about 20 minutes. Set aside.

4.) Spread out the tortilla chips on a greased baking sheet, in an even layer.

5.) Spread the chorizo, onions, refried beans, jalapeño pepper slices, cheese over chips.

6.) Sprinkle Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, parsley flakes.

7.) Bake for 10 to 15 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Ginger beer pound cake

Serves: 4

1/4 c. + 2 tsp. Organic butter
2 Tbsp. + 3/4 tsp. Organic shortening
 1/2 c. + 1 Tbsp. Organic granulated sugar
 1- 1/4 eggs
 3/4 c. + 1 Tbsp. + 2 tsp.  All  purpose flour
 1/4 tsp. Vanilla extract
 1/4 tsp. Lemon extract
 1/4 c. Ginger beer

 Directions:

1.) Preheat oven to 325 F. Grease and flour a 10 inch loaf pan or bunt pan.

2.) In a large bowl, cream together the butter, shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla and lemon extracts. Beat in the flour alternately with the ginger beer soda pop, mixing just until incorporated.

3.) Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. 

Buffalo Salmon burgers

* Read Note

Serves: 6

2 lbs. Salmon fillet, skinned and deboned
3/4 c. Dried bread crumbs
 1/4 + 2 Tbsp. Minced onion
2- 1/4 tsp. Dijon mustard
 1-1/2 tsp. Hot sauce
 1-1/2 eggs, beaten
 2-1/4 tsp. Minced fresh parsley
 1/4 tsp. Crush red pepper flakes
 1 Tbsp. + 1-1/2 tsp. Olive oil

Directions:

* 1.) Cut the salmon by cutting into strips, cutting the strips crosswise, and chopping the fish until well minced. Make sure to remove any remaining bones.  

2.) In a large bowl, mix the minced salmon with bread crumbs, reonion, Dijon mustard, hot sauce, and eggs.Season with parsley, and crushed red pepper flakes.

3.) Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Pan-fry patties until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side.

Reader note:
To make it much easier for you ask your butcher to skin, and debone the salmon fillet.

Marshmallow brownies

Serves: 2 dozen

1 c. Semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 c. Butter
1 1/2 c. All- purpose flour
 2/3 c. Organic brown sugar
 2 tsp. Baking powder
 1/2 tsp. Himalayan salt
 1 tsp. Vanilla extract
 2 organic eggs
 2 c. Miniature marshmallows 
2 c. Milk chocolate chips
 3/4 c. Peanuts, crushed

 Directions:

 1.) Preheat oven to 350 degrees, lighty grease  a 9x13- inch pan.

2.) In a sauce pan add water, and allow to come to a boil.

3.) Add  semisweet chocolate chips plus butter, into a metal bowl. And place the metal bowl over the sauce pan stir until compeletely melted.

4.)In a large bowl, stir together the brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Mix in the melted semisweet chocolate chips,  the flour, baking powder, and salt until smooth.

5.) Stir in the marshmallows and milk chocolate chips, plus peanuts last.Spread the mixture evenly into baking pan.

6.) Bake for  25 minutes make sure not to over bake.

Sauteed broccoli

(Inspired by: sauteed string beans)

Serves: 4

 11 oz. Fresh Broccoli, trimmed
2 Tbsp. Coconut oil
3/4  clove garlic, freshly  minced
3/4 Tbsp. Crushed red pepper flakes

Directions:

 1.) Heat oil in a wok over high heat.

2.) Reduce the heat  down to medium, and place broccoli in the wok. Cover, and cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

 3.)  Toss in garlic and crushed red pepper flakes, and stir until garlic is  slightly golden color.
And blended well with broccoli.

 4.) Enjoy!

Hot out of the oven.....Calories

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Once again I will be taking you behind the facts, and fiction of multiple food  stories every Monday of the week. And as you can tell the highlight of this story, I will be sending you once again on a food journey..... just in case you forgot. But were this time? Please continue to read on from here. What are the true facts about ” Calories" that will leave you smiling? I'll  tell you.  calories measure energy, not nutrition; your body may not get everything it needs from a diet low in fruit, vegetables and lean sources of protein's. Calories is the main source of energy that keeps you, and me going throughout the day. Now imaginate yourself without any energy at all, without this source you're brain can't function. Now have you really taken the chance to listen closely you're body, like you are in a meditative state.
 And if you have done so.... what message did you get from it? And  Whatever message you have received, I hope it was a positive one. Now  yes I believe everything has a good, as well as bad effect just like anything else. "Calories" have their bad effects. What effects does it hold really? Well it all starts with you, and how you proceed in taking in "Calories". Basically what I am trying to say is there isn't a bad side, if you're getting were I am coming from.  If you look at it from the positive perspective, you will begin to see a whole lot clearer without all the dirt under the rug.

Root beer pancakes

Serves: 4

2 c.  All purpose flour
1/2 c. Coconut sugar
1 1/2 tsp. Baking powder
1 tsp. Himalayan salt
2 eggs, beaten
2 c. Root beer * ( read recipe note)
1/4 c. Butter, melted

Directions:

 1.) a large bowl, stir together the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Pour in the egg,  root beer and melted butter; stir with a whisk just until blended.

2.)Heat a griddle pan over medium heat. Coat with vegetable cooking spray. Spoon about 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot surface for each pancake. When bubbles appear on top of the pancakes, flip, and cook until browned on the other side.

Recipe note:
For a healthier root beer you will need.
1 c. Water
1 - 1/2 c. Coconut sugar
1 "'Tbsp. Root beer extract
 1 liter carbonated water

Directions:

 1.)Mix water and sugar together in a saucepan, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer, and stir until the sugar has dissolved. Stir in the root beer extract, and allow to cool.

2.) Pour root beer mixture into a 1-gallon bottle, and slowly pour in the carbonated water. 

Twice baked potato salad

 Serves: 4

1-1/4 lb potatoes, peeled
3/8 (16oz) cream cheese, softened
 2 tsp. Tartar sauce
 2/3 c. Shredded Cheddar cheese
 2 tsp. Dried chives
 2 tsp. Dried parsley flakes
 1/4 tsp. Himalayan salt
 1/4 tsp. Cayenne pepper
 2/3 c.  Prepared Broccoli slaw ( store brought)

Directions:

 1.) Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water.
 Bringing to a boil over high heat, reduce heat down to med- low, cover and simmer until just tender, about 15 minute. Then drain potatoes, and allow to cool.

2.)place cooled potatoes into a bowl, and mix in the cream cheese, tartar sauce, cheddar cheese, chives, salt, Cayenne pepper, broccoli slaw.

3.) Refrigerate overnight.

Dessert pizza

* if allergic/vegan omit

Serves: 8

Cookie base:

1/3 c. + 1 Tbsp + 1 tsp. Sugar
 1/3 c. Butter,soften
1 egg
1/4 tsp. Vanilla extract
3/4 c. + 1 Tbsp. + 1 tsp. Flour
1/4 tsp. Baking soda

Directions:

1.) Preheat oven to 350.

2.) Lightly grease  a pizza pan, and press the dough shape around the pizza pan.

3.) Bake for 13 to 15 minutes or until edges light golden brown.
 Cool for 2 minutes.

 Pudding base:

4 Tbsp. Cocoa powder
4 c. Milk* 
2 pinches of salt
2 tsp. Vanilla extract
12 Tbsp. Sugar 
Cornstarch (add enough until thicken)

Directions:

1.) Combine sugar, cornstarch, cocoa powder, salt.
Until lumps are gone & blended until incorporated.

 2.) Pour milk into a saucepan, and turn the burner on high.

3.) Stir constantly until it reaches thickness, remove from heat and add vanilla extract.

 Pizza station:

1/4 c. + 3 Tbsp. Coconut flakes
 1/4 c. + 3 Tbsp. Kiwi, slice
1/4 c. + 3 Tbsp. maraschino cherries (you can find them in a jar)
Pudding

Directions:

1.) Spread pudding on cookie, an coconut flakes, kiwi, sliced cherries.

2.) Slice and Enjoy!

Spaghetti Salad

Serves: 12

3 (16 oz) pkg. Spaghetti pasta
1/2 c. Shredded carrots
 1/2 c. Kale, chopped
1/4 tsp. Lemon pepper
9 cloves garlic, sliced
3/4 tsp. Red chili pepper flakes

 Directions:

1.) Bring a large pot of water to a boil.

2.) Add pasta to the boiling water, and cook until you're desire texture.

 3.) Drain water from the pasta.

4.) Add cold into the pot, and repeat step 3.

5.) Add carrots, Kale, lemon pepper, garlic, chili pepper.

6.) Toss and Enjoy!

Brown sugar glaze

Serves: 20- 25

2 c. Brown sugar
3/4 c. Cornstarch
1/4 c. Evaporated milk
1 tsp. Vanilla extract

 Directions:

 1.) Blend brown sugar and cornstarch together, and pulse until it's the consistency Of confectioner sugar.

2.) Combine evaporated milk,vanilla extract into a medium saucepan.
And heat over low heat until warm.

3.) Stir in the blend of brown sugar and cornstarch, into the milk mixture.

4.) Whisk slowly until well blended.

5.) Remove from the heat, and allow to cool until it's thick enough to spread.

Sweet Potato Cupcakes

Serves: 24 cupcakes

2 1/2 c. All-purpose flour
2 1/2 tsp. Baking powder
3/4 tsp. Himalayan salt
1 1/2 tsp. Ground cinnamon
1tsp. Ground ginger
 1/2 tsp. Ground cardamom
1/4 tsp. Ground cloves
1 c. Brown sugar
1/2 c. Granulated sugar
3/4 c. + 2 Tbsp. Coconut oil * (read recipe note)
4 lg eggs
1 tsp. Vanilla extract
2 c. Pureed sweet potatoes * (read recipe  note)

Recipe note:
Melt the coconut oil in the microwave until it's melted. Keeping a close eye on it, until melt then measure the amount needed. 

For sweet potato puree, cook medium-sized sweet potatoes to make two cups of puree. Peel, dice, and boil the sweet potato until they are very soft. Mash well with a potato masher.


Directions:
1.) Preheat the oven to 350, while oven is preheating line cupcake tin with liners.

2.) Sift together the first seven ingredients in a small mixing bowl.

3.) In medium size bowl combine sugar, coconut oil, using a wooden spoon. Once partially blended add in the eggs, and vanilla extract.

 4.) Mix until slightly incorporated, stir in the pureed sweet potato with a spatula.

5.) Pour mixture evenly into cupcake tin's, Don't fill each cupcake liner more than 2/3 full.

6.) Bake for 20 to 23 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean.

Hot out of the oven.... Dieting

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2015 marks a fresh new beginning as everyone reaches for that new year's resolution that they have set for themselves. And what seem to always be the first on the top of the list? Yes you guess it "Dieting".
There are multiple types of diets out there, but which one is right for you? I'll leave that up to you. I want to get into many factors of pro's and con's on dieting, but were do I even begin. I'll just name a few, and take you on a journey of their good & bad factors. Before I even begin, what is your true meaning of dieting? as your mind being to pounder. Is you're meaning for dieting a good thing ? I want to believe so, because this lifestyle seem to get blown out of proportion.
Now lets get started on naming some of those dieting plans.
We of course have Ms. Jenny Craig, The Atkins diet, weight watchers,
And the list goes on an on from there. I'll just take you only on the few that I have named. So if you're ready then let's begin.


~Let's get talking on the  pro's of Jenny Craig

 Jenny Craig diet is  custom-tailored to the client according to their goals, current weight, and body type. That includes different types of meals that cater's to a person's diet restrictions: vegetarian, vegan, etc. As they are very  convenience  meals coming prepared, and can be delivered directly to your door. In one box, you have your meals ready for the week and preparations require nothing more than a few minutes in the microwave.

Now that we covered the pro's, let's talk about the con's of Jenny Craig.

 The only thing about Jenny craig is can be more costly than preparing your own meals at home, and may not suit your appetite after months of meals straight from the microwave. 

~Let's get talking on the  pro's of The Atkins diet

Low-carbohydrate diets have proven to be effective for weight loss for a limited period. These diet plans call for a reduction in snack foods and alcohol, which are often high in simple carbs and sources of "empty" calories that lead to weight gain. 

Now let's cover the con's of the Atkins diet

While in the past, the Atkins Diet was popular for allowing its followers to consume large amounts of fat (burgers, cheese, bacon, eggs, etc.) and still lose weight, as long as the carb count was low. Consuming a large amount of animal fat, and therefore cholesterol, is not good for your health. It increases your risk for heart disease, high blood pressure, and stroke. While in some cases, the Atkins Diet can also create unwanted side effects. These include:

bad breath (due to a condition called ketosis)
insomnia
dizziness
constipation (due to lack of fiber)
lethargy

Let's talk cover the pro's of weight watchers
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Weight Watchers teaches an all-things-in-moderation approach where you can continue to enjoy your favorite foods in controlled portions. Your leader will share good nutritional advice with the group, such as the importance of eating plenty of vegetables, healthy fats, low-fat dairy and drinking enough water.  You can expect to lose one to two pounds a week after the first week on the program. This is a very healthy rate at which to lose weight. Weight lost at this steady rate is more likely to be maintained (diets that lead to quicker loss make re-gain likely). As you accurately track and record your Points values, you will need to measure your portions and serving sizes. This skill is valuable and will serve you well even if you go off the plan.

Now let's cover the con's of weight watchers

As cost of meetings are approximately $13 per week (varies by location). There may be a registration fee, which is due upon sign-up, of around $30. If you have a lot of weight to lose and you plan to stay in the program until you meet your goal weight, you may want to do the math: For example, assuming it takes an average of at least one year to lose 100 pounds, your minimum total cost would be $676. (Note: You can cancel your membership at any time.) You will probably receive a "free pass" card upon joining, which allows that you to not weigh in at one meeting. Other than that one instance, you must be weighed once a week in order to attend a meeting. Keep in mind that the only person who sees your weight is the person weighing you (she or he records the weight).