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NOTEWORTHY STUFF... FOOD IS MORE THAN SOMETHING WE EAT
Proper nutrition is a key factor to great health. Knowing what to eat, and when to eat it, can determine whether a person is fit or fat, healthy or unhealthy. What we choose to eat can either offer us the energy we need to perform a physical feat such as running, or it can create metabolic imbalance that depletes our energy and causes stress on our system.
Keep Your Mind Young
Omega-3 Fatty Acids are the FATS WE LOVE! They not only keep our arteries clear from ugly, clogging saturated fats but in doing so, allow more fresh, oxygenated blood to get to our brains AND keep our neurotransmitters popping away like lightning!
Where so we get these fatty acids? Fish (salmon, catfish and tilapia are fab fishys), nuts (walnuts and almonds), soybeans, tomatoes, oils (olive, nut and flax seed oils) and my favorite...CHOCOLATE!! The wonderful cocoa bean not only contributes to our overall health by keeping those arteries free and flexible, it also increases dopamine (keeps us happy) and provides flavanoids (again, good for the arteries). Woo hoo!!
BEST RECIPE:
The famous "Fiona's Favorite Salad" is now available for all ShamRockers online! Woo hoo!
I created this salad years ago and it is an absolute staple in my weekly diet; high in protein and carbs, 0 trans fats ~ and it tastes simply fantastic!
gently tear hearts of romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces
4 to 5 dolops of fresh mozzarella cheese (substitute hard-boiled egg)
healthy handful of pine nuts
slice half a beefsteak tomato
croutons
Ken's Three Cheese Salad Dressing
HEALTH NOTES
Tip of the Day: Some people think that running is bad for a human body. So, really, what's all this running doing for our bodies?!
More than you can imagine! As we have been building our endurance, we have also been busy building other things ~ like our blood volume and density, our bone density and our entire metabolic system!
A lifetime believer in food-combining, I eat my starches and my proteins separately since these two different types of foods have very different absorption methods and when eaten together, can create turmoil in our bodies. My recommended recipes for pre-race dinners tend to be carb-heavy and my post-race favorites include light proteins for after the run. I also believe that we should thoroughly enjoy our meals and create tasty, healthy dishes that not only delight our senses but truly feed our bodies the proper nutrients it requires.
HOW TO GET STARTED:
So many of you want to live this heart-healthy lifestyle but need help in getting started. Try these fundamentals of Efficient and Effective Eating:
eat natural foods in simple combinations
eat slowly and chew all foods
have a tranquil meal setting
whenever possible, eat organic foods
enjoy what you eat and be thankful for each meal
avoid refined, canned and 'dead' foods
avoid too much variety at one meal setting
avoid eating when you're tired, upset or sick
NEVER OVER EAT
These tips will start you on the right path to a healthy life!
My fave night-before-the-race meal: eggplant parmesean (rich in bioflavonoids). Fantastic post-race meal celebration later that night: almond-encrusted rainbow trout with artichokes and capers (high in omega-3 fatty acids).
What to eat before a run? I enjoy a half a cup of 2% cottage cheese and a DanActive probiotic yogurt drink. The kids love a half a banana or apple, half a PB sandwich or a j'ambon au buere" (ham and butter on a french baguette, just as we enjoyed for breakfast in Paris!)
Post run snack? Pick up some roasted almonds, fruits like apples, red or green seedless grapes or peaches.
Secret to Great Health ~ Select food that's good for you, serve it in moderate portions, enjoy it with a smile in your heart and give thanks to God for the meal.
Bon Appetit!
Proper nutrition is a key factor to great health. Knowing what to eat, and when to eat it, can determine whether a person is fit or fat, healthy or unhealthy. What we choose to eat can either offer us the energy we need to perform a physical feat such as running, or it can create metabolic imbalance that depletes our energy and causes stress on our system.
Keep Your Mind Young
Omega-3 Fatty Acids are the FATS WE LOVE! They not only keep our arteries clear from ugly, clogging saturated fats but in doing so, allow more fresh, oxygenated blood to get to our brains AND keep our neurotransmitters popping away like lightning!
Where so we get these fatty acids? Fish (salmon, catfish and tilapia are fab fishys), nuts (walnuts and almonds), soybeans, tomatoes, oils (olive, nut and flax seed oils) and my favorite...CHOCOLATE!! The wonderful cocoa bean not only contributes to our overall health by keeping those arteries free and flexible, it also increases dopamine (keeps us happy) and provides flavanoids (again, good for the arteries). Woo hoo!!
BEST RECIPE:
The famous "Fiona's Favorite Salad" is now available for all ShamRockers online! Woo hoo!
I created this salad years ago and it is an absolute staple in my weekly diet; high in protein and carbs, 0 trans fats ~ and it tastes simply fantastic!
gently tear hearts of romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces
4 to 5 dolops of fresh mozzarella cheese (substitute hard-boiled egg)
healthy handful of pine nuts
slice half a beefsteak tomato
croutons
Ken's Three Cheese Salad Dressing
HEALTH NOTES
Tip of the Day: Some people think that running is bad for a human body. So, really, what's all this running doing for our bodies?!
More than you can imagine! As we have been building our endurance, we have also been busy building other things ~ like our blood volume and density, our bone density and our entire metabolic system!
A lifetime believer in food-combining, I eat my starches and my proteins separately since these two different types of foods have very different absorption methods and when eaten together, can create turmoil in our bodies. My recommended recipes for pre-race dinners tend to be carb-heavy and my post-race favorites include light proteins for after the run. I also believe that we should thoroughly enjoy our meals and create tasty, healthy dishes that not only delight our senses but truly feed our bodies the proper nutrients it requires.
HOW TO GET STARTED:
So many of you want to live this heart-healthy lifestyle but need help in getting started. Try these fundamentals of Efficient and Effective Eating:
eat natural foods in simple combinations
eat slowly and chew all foods
have a tranquil meal setting
whenever possible, eat organic foods
enjoy what you eat and be thankful for each meal
avoid refined, canned and 'dead' foods
avoid too much variety at one meal setting
avoid eating when you're tired, upset or sick
NEVER OVER EAT
These tips will start you on the right path to a healthy life!
My fave night-before-the-race meal: eggplant parmesean (rich in bioflavonoids). Fantastic post-race meal celebration later that night: almond-encrusted rainbow trout with artichokes and capers (high in omega-3 fatty acids).
What to eat before a run? I enjoy a half a cup of 2% cottage cheese and a DanActive probiotic yogurt drink. The kids love a half a banana or apple, half a PB sandwich or a j'ambon au buere" (ham and butter on a french baguette, just as we enjoyed for breakfast in Paris!)
Post run snack? Pick up some roasted almonds, fruits like apples, red or green seedless grapes or peaches.
Secret to Great Health ~ Select food that's good for you, serve it in moderate portions, enjoy it with a smile in your heart and give thanks to God for the meal.
Bon Appetit!
"Helping
