A WORD ON INSPIRATION
Apart from seeking out the most delicious, nutritious foods on my Eating True Before 'I Do' Skinny Bride Mission, I'm constantly expanding my heart, soul and mind with a wealth of positive influences. These are what keep me bouyant. They are the the driving force behind my motivation and the basis of an online community of like-minded people.
One of my most favorite discoveries is Kat Eden and her brand new blog: Woman Incredible. Her launch post brings together 29 inspirational women and their top tips for mind and body health. It is truly amazing to read. I felt bowled-over by the intensity of the healthy vibes bouncing off my screen and I can't wait to delve into daily updates from Kat's world.
Thanks Kat, for living your own dreams and bringing such a powerful gift to women across the globe!
One of my most favorite discoveries is Kat Eden and her brand new blog: Woman Incredible. Her launch post brings together 29 inspirational women and their top tips for mind and body health. It is truly amazing to read. I felt bowled-over by the intensity of the healthy vibes bouncing off my screen and I can't wait to delve into daily updates from Kat's world.
Thanks Kat, for living your own dreams and bringing such a powerful gift to women across the globe!
BREAKFAST
Organic Berry Brazil Nut Smoothie.
This is the most energizing, clean smoothie in the world. I made Brazil Nut Milk from scratch, (recipe from Kat Eden), then blended it with organic berries, collard greens and coconut water jelly. Before I added the greens it was the most stunning shade of pink, and tasted simply divine. The greens boosted the nutritional benefits, but also greyed out the flavor and color. The sacrifices we make for extra health, eh?
Skinny Bride Mission Recipe: To make nut milk, soak 1/2 cup organic raw brazil nuts overnight in purified water. (8 hours). The next morning, pour off the water and place nuts in blended with 2 cups fresh water. Blend for 3 minutes. Strain through a tight sieve.
Skinny Bride Mission Recipe: Berry Brazil Nut Smoothie - blend 1 cup of brazil nut milk with 6 organic strawberries, 1/4 cup organic blueberries, 1 leaf organic collard greens, 4 cubes of coconut water jelly and 4 ice cubes.
P.S. I'm going dairy-free today. It's always good to shake things up. If my experience has taught me anything it's that routine kills weight-loss momentum.
This is the most energizing, clean smoothie in the world. I made Brazil Nut Milk from scratch, (recipe from Kat Eden), then blended it with organic berries, collard greens and coconut water jelly. Before I added the greens it was the most stunning shade of pink, and tasted simply divine. The greens boosted the nutritional benefits, but also greyed out the flavor and color. The sacrifices we make for extra health, eh?
Skinny Bride Mission Recipe: To make nut milk, soak 1/2 cup organic raw brazil nuts overnight in purified water. (8 hours). The next morning, pour off the water and place nuts in blended with 2 cups fresh water. Blend for 3 minutes. Strain through a tight sieve.
Skinny Bride Mission Recipe: Berry Brazil Nut Smoothie - blend 1 cup of brazil nut milk with 6 organic strawberries, 1/4 cup organic blueberries, 1 leaf organic collard greens, 4 cubes of coconut water jelly and 4 ice cubes.
P.S. I'm going dairy-free today. It's always good to shake things up. If my experience has taught me anything it's that routine kills weight-loss momentum.
MORNING SNACK
2 x Organic Vegan Choc Coconut Cookies ....
I am totally obsessed with these cookies. They are my absolute shining glory in recipe invention, even if I do say so myself. How can such a chocolatey treat be so darn good for you?
I am totally obsessed with these cookies. They are my absolute shining glory in recipe invention, even if I do say so myself. How can such a chocolatey treat be so darn good for you?
.... and 3 slices of Applegate Farms Smoked Turkey Breast ....
.... and a cup of Wild Sweet Orange tea.
LUNCH
Turkey Burger Stirfry.
Skinny Bride Mission Recipe: Fry 1 Applegate Farms Organic Turkey Burger. Chop and stirfry with 2-3 cups vegetables, 1 clove garlic, 1 tsp fresh ginger, 1 tsp wheat-free tamari sauce, 1 tsp coconut aminos, 1 Tbs coconut vinegar, tabasco and 1 fresh jalapeno chopped. Add 1/8 of an avocado and serve hot.
Skinny Bride Mission Recipe: Fry 1 Applegate Farms Organic Turkey Burger. Chop and stirfry with 2-3 cups vegetables, 1 clove garlic, 1 tsp fresh ginger, 1 tsp wheat-free tamari sauce, 1 tsp coconut aminos, 1 Tbs coconut vinegar, tabasco and 1 fresh jalapeno chopped. Add 1/8 of an avocado and serve hot.
Organic Coconut Lime Chia Slice.
Time is running out for Dave and I in New York City. We have only 4 weeks left before we fly home to the land of Oz. Thanks to my cooking frenzy this past few month, the freezer is bursting with sugar-free, gluten-free treats and there's not enough time left to eat them all.
I've been trying to sneak these superfood Coconut Lime Chia Slices into Dave's nutrition plan, but her turns his nose up everytime. He says he can't stand the consistency of raisins. (They're the best bit! So sweet and juicy). So I've taken to picking them out of the slice and shoving the holey mess into his cake hole. He's still not convinced, but I think these are the greatest superfood muesli bar this side of Mars.
Time is running out for Dave and I in New York City. We have only 4 weeks left before we fly home to the land of Oz. Thanks to my cooking frenzy this past few month, the freezer is bursting with sugar-free, gluten-free treats and there's not enough time left to eat them all.
I've been trying to sneak these superfood Coconut Lime Chia Slices into Dave's nutrition plan, but her turns his nose up everytime. He says he can't stand the consistency of raisins. (They're the best bit! So sweet and juicy). So I've taken to picking them out of the slice and shoving the holey mess into his cake hole. He's still not convinced, but I think these are the greatest superfood muesli bar this side of Mars.
I cheated with half a Green Tea for pre-gym energy today.
AFTERNOON SNACK
After a lunchtime gym workout I sliced half a Pink Lady Apple ....
.... and wrapped each slice with Applegate Farms Smoked Turkey Breast, (3 slices in total).
I then added a dose of good fat via 7 Raw Organic Almonds .... and an hour later I ate 14 more Almonds.
That damn cardio spiked my appetite today.
Instead of struggling against my hunger, I grabbed a jar of Cilantro Green Olive Salsa and a pack of pre-cut veggies for dipping. I ended up eating half the jar, but it was only 70 calories of all natural ingredients from the earth.
Instead of struggling against my hunger, I grabbed a jar of Cilantro Green Olive Salsa and a pack of pre-cut veggies for dipping. I ended up eating half the jar, but it was only 70 calories of all natural ingredients from the earth.
I dipped Green Beans ....
.... a chopped Carrot ....
.... and a Celery stick.
At least now I'll be able to make the journey home from work sans grumpy mood.
At least now I'll be able to make the journey home from work sans grumpy mood.
DINNER
Secret Banana Nut Smoothie.
Oh MY, this is the most insanely scrumptious liquid meal I've ever tasted. In. My. Life. It tastes like Banana Bread with a surprising springy texture thanks to a secret ingredient: gelatin!
It came about thanks to an accidental mish-mash of things I had in the fridge. Only 4 ingredients, (and a few spices). Seriously, I could live on this stuff for a year.
Skinny Bride Mission Recipe: Blend 1 cup of homemade Brazil Nut Milk with 5 cubes of homemade Coconut Water Jelly, 2/3 of a frozen organic banana and cinnamon, ground ginger and nutmeg to taste. Drop in 4 ice cubes and whizz until the jelly separates and disperses. Drink immediately. (If you leave it in the fridge, the entire smoothie will set).
Oh MY, this is the most insanely scrumptious liquid meal I've ever tasted. In. My. Life. It tastes like Banana Bread with a surprising springy texture thanks to a secret ingredient: gelatin!
It came about thanks to an accidental mish-mash of things I had in the fridge. Only 4 ingredients, (and a few spices). Seriously, I could live on this stuff for a year.
Skinny Bride Mission Recipe: Blend 1 cup of homemade Brazil Nut Milk with 5 cubes of homemade Coconut Water Jelly, 2/3 of a frozen organic banana and cinnamon, ground ginger and nutmeg to taste. Drop in 4 ice cubes and whizz until the jelly separates and disperses. Drink immediately. (If you leave it in the fridge, the entire smoothie will set).
PRE-BEDTIME SNACK
I usually grab yoghurt or milk before bed, but since I'm going dairy-free today I was forced to get creative.
I had Half an Organic Brown Rice Cake with 1/3 small can of Wild Atlantic Pink Salmon and a Sun Dried Tomato (oil washed off).
I had Half an Organic Brown Rice Cake with 1/3 small can of Wild Atlantic Pink Salmon and a Sun Dried Tomato (oil washed off).
STATS
TOTAL CALORIES: 1708
CALORIE DEFICIT: 724
EXERCISE: Tracy Anderson Method Mat 60 mins + Brisk Walk 45 mins + Elliptical 20 mins + Rollerblading Machine 22 minutes + Normal Pace Walk 50 mins.
CALORIE DEFICIT: 724
EXERCISE: Tracy Anderson Method Mat 60 mins + Brisk Walk 45 mins + Elliptical 20 mins + Rollerblading Machine 22 minutes + Normal Pace Walk 50 mins.