Healthy Weight Loss

Sparkle · 07-21-2011, 10:30 AM

This is a great article on how some states are increasing access to the locavore movement through programs like SNAP and through donations from local farms to food banks...

http://www.utne.com/The-Sweet-Pursui...ood-Shelf.aspx

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"What people often fail to realize is that obesity is a growing problem as well—particularly among the poor, whose access to healthy, nutritious foods is often sharply limited due to cost. So it is important to think holistically. In addressing one problem (hunger), we don’t want to create another (obesity). For this reason, we are focusing on providing access to fresh, local foods for the underserved populations that are our clients."

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"The center partners with small farmers who make donations based on what is in season and, often, what is in surplus. Most donators are happy to contribute to a cause that is good for the community and prevents their beloved produce from going to waste. So far this year, the food shelf has received a bounty of fresh, local fruits and veggies—mixed greens, rhubarb, radishes, broccoli, beets, green beans, and more."

dixie · 07-21-2011, 11:50 AM

My problem is eating healthy foods. I always seem to be rushing around between work, school and other obligations, and always forget to pack a lunch. I end up at the drive-thru, especially since I'm rushed even more during summer semester. I've already gained 10lbs back of the 30+ I had lost so far with the reunion challenge. I am going to try to commit myself to at least fixing home cooked meals versus takeout as much as possible.

I am also back on my workout routine. I did about a half hour of yoga and stretching followed by cardio this morning. I've also gotten back into walking at least a couple miles each evening right before sunset, when things are starting to cool down a bit.

My goal isn't even so much for weight loss, but just an overall healthier feeling.

Gaige · 07-21-2011, 12:16 PM

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Originally Posted by dixielady

My problem is eating healthy foods. I always seem to be rushing around between work, school and other obligations, and always forget to pack a lunch. I end up at the drive-thru, especially since I'm rushed even more during summer semester. I've already gained 10lbs back of the 30+ I had lost so far with the reunion challenge. I am going to try to commit myself to at least fixing home cooked meals versus takeout as much as possible.

I am also back on my workout routine. I did about a half hour of yoga and stretching followed by cardio this morning. I've also gotten back into walking at least a couple miles each evening right before sunset, when things are starting to cool down a bit.

My goal isn't even so much for weight loss, but just an overall healthier feeling.

I know how that goes with rushing around before work and not having time to pack a lunch. Fast food isn't a problem for me though since I work the overnight shift and nothing is opened when I take my lunch break. Last night I had one of those tiny bags of popcorn from the vending machine in the breakroom. And this may shock you sweetheart but I'm trading in the iced coffee for unsweetened iced tea.
90 curls and a mile on the treadmill today. My goal is 20 lbs.

Sparkle · 07-22-2011, 08:47 AM

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Originally Posted by dixielady

My problem is eating healthy foods. I always seem to be rushing around between work, school and other obligations, and always forget to pack a lunch. I end up at the drive-thru, especially since I'm rushed even more during summer semester.

I think this is one of the hardest things to manage...or it has been for me.

I have to be really diligent in my efforts to manage healthy meals when life is crazy. Before I go to the market, I try to plan to make things that will last a few days... green salads, quinoa salad, caprese salad; and I cook up a some protein in advance - marinaded chicken or shrimp, so that it is all there in the refrigerator and easy to put together for the next day.
I am utterly useless in the mornings before coffee and I am forever running late - so I know I have to prep meals the night before. I have my yogurt and fruit sorted for breakfast and a salad or a wrap for lunch.

One thing I'd like to do in the Autumn (when cooking hot food becomes appealing again) is try to shift my meals to a more European way of eating. So that I have a larger lunch (what we would consider dinner) midday - BEFORE I exercise and then in the evening have a light meal (that we would consider lunch).

07-21-2011, 10:30 AM	#1
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dixie Infamous Member How Do You Identify?: I usually just poke it with a stick. Preferred Pronoun?: Bitch Relationship Status: Intertwined deeply Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: We're all a little mad here. Posts: 6,627 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 10,972 Thanked 21,383 Times in 4,808 Posts Rep Power: 21474858	My problem is eating healthy foods. I always seem to be rushing around between work, school and other obligations, and always forget to pack a lunch. I end up at the drive-thru, especially since I'm rushed even more during summer semester. I've already gained 10lbs back of the 30+ I had lost so far with the reunion challenge. I am going to try to commit myself to at least fixing home cooked meals versus takeout as much as possible. I am also back on my workout routine. I did about a half hour of yoga and stretching followed by cardio this morning. I've also gotten back into walking at least a couple miles each evening right before sunset, when things are starting to cool down a bit. My goal isn't even so much for weight loss, but just an overall healthier feeling.