{Matter of Business}

1st matter of business:

I have had a few people text, call or email me about what I meant by processed food. For this Challenge the definition of Processed food should be changed to: pre made prepared packaged food. For Example NO: Spaghettios, Raman noodles, TV dinner type meals: this includes frozen meals from Marie Calendar or Lean Cuisine. (Believe it or not, they ARE NOT healthy for you!) You can however use items like canned Tomatoes or as we are now in the canning season I will be using alot of my canned applesauce, I however don't add one thing to my apple sauce so beware of the additives you may add to these canned items.

(many you buy in stores have many additives that are not healthy for you)

2nd Matter of business:

I am pushing back the start date of this challenge till TUESDAY!

This way you can be more readily prepared. (my fault)

3rd Matter of Business:

This is a challenge FOR YOU! I can give you tips and guide lines but it comes down to being well educated and in all reality using common sense! Always be aware what you are putting into that body of yours...and your families:)

4th Matter of business:

Now for the Fun stuff: FOOD IDEAS

For Breakfast: try to stay away from your cold cereals even if they are "Healthy" When I'm in a hurry I usually grab a bowl of Grape Nuts and a banana.

However on a good day I LOVE a hot bowl of oatmeal with blueberries cooked in with cinnamon on top! This helps me eliminate that extra sugar. If you need a little sweetener feel free to add a little AGAVE NECTAR or HONEY on top.

Don't for get your protein. (There is a huge controversy on animal products right now so use your own judgment) But I like to boil a dozen eggs at a time and grab one when I need that extra boost of protein in the morning.

Lunch: I love a good Turkey wrap

Grab a low carb whole wheat tortilla wrap (80 calories) top it with a little laughing cow cheese Turkey and load that baby with all the Greens you can! I add lettuce, spinach cucumbers and if I can fit it in I add some broccoli.

Dinner: I love grilled chicken with a little lemon squeezed ontop, with brown rice and steamed veggies. I love Broccoli because I don't have to add anything on top. If you need a butter use I can't believe it's not butter spritzer on top.

Snacks: Fresh is BEST! Fresh fruits, Veggies and nuts! Go visit your local produce stand...The peaches are awesome right now!

My favorite thing to do it grab a handful of craisins, raisin and almonds and put them in a sandwhich bag and have them on hand to snack on.

Beverages: WATER WATER WATER. You may use add crystal light to your water if you need, but it can result in a slower metabolism:(

Tea is always a good way to intake the water that you need. But remember to be careful what sweeteners you add to you tea. My Favorite is Bigelow brand Orange and Spice...I don't need to add one thing to make it taste yummy!

5th Matter of Business: BONUS POINTS

For 2 extra Bonus Points this week try a NEW form of exercise you have NEVER tried before. I'm Giving Karate a shot so wish me luck!!

I'll post a few of my favorite HEALTHY recipes tomorrow but I'd like to hear from you! Email me and Jennajoejohnson@yahoo.com for your favorite recipes!

Just a Radom side note: If you question if something isn't healthy it probably isn't. But do your research!