This weekend is a good time to reflect and share memories
with friends and families. I’m sharing meals and memories with family and
friends. My plans also include a search for a stretching routine, strength
training, and a closer look at the popular “Scientific
7-Minute Workout” to work up a sweat.
Food for Thought
I’ve also been following The Beckford
Formula: Lose the Fat for Good by Drs. Ian and Rita Beckford. They have
written a practical plan to follow based on their personal, family and
clinical experiences with patients. I’ve shared the book with my
mom and others. You’ll also find Facebook my posts and tweets. Social media has been an inspiring and fun
place to connect and share folks from all over the place on the fundamentals
for improving lifestyles that healthier eating and more physical activity.
Our family BBQ plan is taking shape and so I may get to share a little movie
clip. What’s on your table for health?
- Plan for breakfast. A smoothie can be a great start to a day and more economical if you mix it yourself, also leave some whole fruit chunks tokeep some of the fiber. I like having one deviled egg on a piece of
whole wheat toast. It's spring so berries a are ripe, sweet and sweeter with sale prices.
- Portion control works to keep your favorites in
reach. As your read labels take note of
serving sizes for the calorie count. A
serving of steak (or other protein) is 4 oz.
- A new healthier take on a favorite dish can help
keep the flavor, while reducing the calories. I'm making a Hoppin'John salad without the rice.
- Put veggies and fruits on the grill. Encourage folks to try new dishes even with tried and true favorites within reach.
- Sip water or seltzer. Add lemon, lime and/or mint
for flavor.
Take a Closer Look
Worth watching with family and friends: The Soul Food Junkies documentary by Byron Hurt offers a glimpse of culture from generations of African Americans at
dinner tables and holiday celebrations. Rethinking lifestyle choices is a personal, family and community challenge.
Notes from My Table
Friday night I had a celebration with mom on her last day of
class with seafood. On Saturday, I had brunch with a friend: salad, a view of Central Park and
good company was a winning combination.
After brunch I did a few miles of walking and had a portion-controlled
fish fry for dinner with my folks. The
Sunday dinner table menu included bakesd turkey wings, rice, gravy and a mix of
greens. We had fresh strawberries and ice cream. I ran a few miles after
dinner.
Is there room for everyone (and their needs) at your table? Sensible and sensitive menu choices make it possible for all to enjoy the
day.
Have a great holiday weekend!
