— A PERSONAL JOURNAL · KATHLEEN ALFORD · SINCE 2004
Breakfast: Kamut pancakes (Arrowhead Mills mix recipe + 1 egg), unsweetened applesauce as topping, 6 turkey sausage medallions, V-8 juice, water, supplements, Raspberry Zinger tea with Vitality C powder Snack: Greens Shake Lunch: Computer Salad, Cocoa Cherry Standard Bar, water, supplements Snack: Carrot Supper: DeBoles Jersalem Artichoke Spaghetti with turkey balls in spaghetti sauce; steamed […]
Here’s a sumptuous soup for four that is good for your bones and takes only about a half an hour to cook, from start to finish! You will need: 1 5- to 6-quart Dutch oven or other large saucepan 6 cloves garlic, minced 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 1/2 cups coarsely shredded carrots (3 medium) […]
Breakfast: Millet flakes with blueberries and almonds, large glass of water with lemon juice and Vitality C powder, supplements Snack: Apple Lunch: Cocoa Cherry Standard Bar, Computer Salad, water Snack: 3 Almond Butter Balls Supper: Quick-Fix Alphabet Soup, Water with lemon, supplements Bedtime: 1/2 cup Purely Decadent brand Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert Made with Coconut Milk […]
Every now and then, the effort to cook and eat only those foods that build strong bones and a healthy body can result in feeling sorry for yourself. You watch other people eating foods you know you must avoid, and you wonder, “Why me? Why do I have to miss out?” Although you know deep […]
Here’s a hearty stew that quick and easy to make! Ingredients: 2 cans of black beans, either plain or seasoned 1 can stewed tomatoes 1 pkg of turkey sausage, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/2-inch slices 2 medium carrots, thinly sliced In a large saucepan, stir together all ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat […]
Today my son, Ryan, who developed and manages my website, married his lovely bride, Hala! Both Ryan and Hala value healthy eating and exercise, as both are talented weightlifters who have won the State Championship. They met in high school as members of arch-rival weightlifting teams, the DeLand Bulldogs and the Spruce Creek Hawks. Today, […]
After a long winter, what a delight to be enjoying the sunshine and warmer temperatures! Sunday I weeded the garden patch and planted the first of our crops, tomatoes and sqaush, with more soon to follow. The Wednesday Walkers, our walking group of teachers, administrators, and staff at school, will go on our first trek […]
Breakfast: Scrambled egg, Ezekiel toast with Earth Balance buttery spread, V-8 juice, supplements, water Snack: Apple Lunch: Amy’s brand Cream of Tomato Soup, a Cocoa Cherry Standard Bar (from Standard Process), bottle of water Out to dinner after school: Main Street Grill’s Chicken Almond Stir-fry, Baked Potato, water with lemon, and–yes, I splurge once in […]
Breakfast: 2-egg veggie omelet with chopped tomatoes, mushrooms, peppers, and shredded soy cheese; 2 slices toast (Ezekiel bread); Salada brand naturally decaffeinated Green Tea fortified with Purple Antioxidants, supplements, water Snack: Mixture of 10-12 almonds and 2 tblsp sunflower seeds, water Lunch: Tossed Salad with tuna, water with lemon Snack: Apple slices with almond butter, […]
You will need: 1 saucepan 1 long-handled spoon for stirring 6 dessert bowls Ingredients: 1 egg 3 tablespoons of Minute Tapioca 2+3/4 cup Almond Breeze almond milk (vanilla, sweetened) 1 teaspoon vanilla Mix all ingredient in a medium saucepan. Let stand 5 minutes. Cook on medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a full […]
For a yummy, bone-healthy treat, try one of these three easy recipes for Almond Butter Balls! Great for breakfast, school lunches, snacks, or dessert! 1) Basic Recipe In a large bowl, mix together: 1 jar of almond butter 1/2 cup of chocolate protein powder Roll by teaspoonfuls into balls. Place on serving dish. Refrigerate. Serve […]
Well, folks, I’ve returned to the YMCA as my work-out facility. Planet Fitness was good, but after touring the newly renovated YMCA facilities, I decided to make the switch. With the glassed-in workout room, working out at the Y for my needed weight-bearing exercise is like exercising in the all outdoors! Plus there is an […]