400 Calorie Fix

In 2011, I purchased this book called the "400 Calorie Fix" which claims to be the easy new rule for permanent weight loss. I was a little skeptical about buying this book but after skimming through a few pages, I found a few good ideas. Not only does this book give you healthy recipes, it tells you that you can still eat the same food that you have been eating before in portion sizes. For example, if you go to McDonalds, pick the smallest size possible, usually a single burger, small fries or small shake. Also, splitting an order with a friend is a good way to keep your calories under control. Instead of eating a 10 or 20 piece Chicken Nuggets, eat just 8. 8 Chicken Nuggets with 1 packet of BBQ Sauce is 400 Calories.

In this book, you will also see a few pages that will tell you active ways to burn 400 calories. I can go on and on about this book.....but you gotta see it for yourself. I bought mines at Walmart but i'm sure you can buy it at your local book store, amazon, ect. 435 pages worth of useful information to help you maintain a healthy diet!

-Markesha xoxo

Light Lunch

For those who don't eat meat......or want to lay off from eating meat for a while, try this healthy dish. I had this on my lunch and it was good and light :-). Pasta & Peas, can't go wrong with that!

2 Ounces Whole Wheat Rotini or Pene
2 Teaspoon Olive Oil
2-3 Cloves or Garlic Minced
1/2 Cup Frozen Peas
1 Tablespoon Parmesean Cheese

Make it: Cook pasta according to package directions.
2. While Pasta is cooking, heat oil over medium heat.
3. Add Garlic to oil and cook until garlic is translucent, beingi careful not to burn (lower the heat if needed).
4. Add the peas and cook until heated through
5. Drain the pasta. When it's done cooking, then add it to the peas and garlic. Toss the coat and serve.

-Markesha xoxo

Healthy Start to my day!

Good Morning everyone,

This morning i'm starting my day right by eating Honey & Pear Oatmeal with Almonds. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day and this will surely fill you up......without feeling too full or greasy ;-)

1 Medium Pear  (Diced)
2 Teaspoons Honey
1 Packet of Instant Plain Oatmeal
1 Tablespoon Almonds (Chopped)
Make it: Microwave pear and honey until warm (about 3 min)
Prepare Oatmeal with hot water and top with pear and honey. Sprinkle with Almonds.

I know this isn't your usual breakfast with Bacon, Hashbrowns and Eggs but I promise you this........Once you start seeing yourself losing weight, it will all be worth it! Enjoy!

-Markesha xoxo

Tuna Salad.....aint nothing wrong with that!

So, as some of you know, I'm on this whole "Healthy Eating" thing and this afternoon, I ate some Tuna Salad that was yumtastic!!! Now, this isn't your ordinary Tuna Salad as it does not include mayo. Here is the ingredients to my Tuna Salad that won't leave you feeling like you just ate a whole pizza lol :-P

2 Cans of Tuna
Lettuce (Shredded)
Sprinkle of Lime Juice (I use real Limes)
1/2 an onion (Chopped)
Sprinkle of Pepper

I hope you guys enjoy this version of Tuna Salad as much as I did!! Let me know your thoughts!

-Markesha xoxo

A Hustlers Dream.....

I follow a woman on Instagram by the name of @keepingupwithkrenee (Follow her, she's amazing) and she posted a drink called "A Hustlers Dream" for those who have a sweet tooth and don't feel like chewing lol. I had a drink of this as Breakfast and I was on the go all day long LOL. Not only is it healthy, it keeps you energized! I would recommend this drink to anyone! It is soooo good and this is what marathon runners drink to get charged up. Here is a photo and the ingredients. I hope you all enjoy <3.

2 Medium Navel Oranges
1/3 of a Whole Pineapple (Peeled of course)
2 Apples (Honey Crisp or Pink Lady- You don't have to peel or core, but I did)
1 Medium Yam (Peeled)

Put this in your blender with a little bit of water and BAM, a Hustlers Dream (See Below)
-Markesha xoxo

Mushroom and Wild Rice Soup......YUM!!!

As we all know, the beginning of the year is the time that people want to start eating healthy and losing weight. As I was looking for some healthy, yet delicious recipes to try online, I stumbled across a dish called "Pan Roasted Mushroom and Wild Rice Soup". I tried it and I must say.........I fell IN LOVE! This is the perfect soup for those cold winter days. Here is the ingredients.....I hope you guys like it as much as I did.

Prep Time: 1 Minute  Cook: 12 Minutes
Ingredients:
1 Tablespoon of Olive Oil
1 (4-Ounce) package fresh gourmet blend mushrooms
1 Cup refrigerated chopped celery, onion and bell pepper mix
1 (2.75-ounce) package quick-cooking wild rice
1 (6-ounce) package light garlic and herb spreadable cheese wedges
2 cups of 1% low fat milk
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt

1. Heat oil in large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add Mushrooms and Celery mixture; cook 6 to 7 minutes or until vegetables are browned, stirring occasionally.
2. While Mushroom mixture cooks, prepare rice according to package directions. Omitting salt and fat. Unwrap Cheese; chop into bite sized pieces.
3. Add Milk, Cheese, Thyme, Black Pepper and Salt to Mushroom mixture, stirring well; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook for 3 minutes or until Cheese melts and Soup thickens. Stir in Rice. Cook 1 minute or until heated. YIELD: 4 Servings (Serving size: 1 Cup)

Calories: 214

I know this isn't a Big Mac or Fried Chicken......but trust me, this soup is awesome!!!!!! And it helps you shed those lbs. Leave a comment and let me know how yours came out. Love ya xoxo!!!

-Markesha

Changing Bad Habbits

So I recently started exercising and portion control because I'm trying to lose weight and become a healthier person. I'm really excited about how much better my endurance is already! I don't get winded as fast and I can do things like walking up hills and around the neighborhood a lot easier than I could before. This has been a long time coming so here I go on the path to becoming a better and healthier me!

Tesha