Comments on: On the subject of healthy eating & a giveaway(s)

By: MelC33

MelC33 — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 21:14:27 +0000

Okay, so my secret to a happy and healthy lifestyle is a little different, and I think you ladies would appreciate it!

Since giving birth to my first son, I had trouble getting rid of the baby weight. A good friend of mine suggested to me a different tactic to regain my old figure back.

She said, every time she accomplishes something that is special in her life, ie- weight loss, promotion..she rewards herself with a piece of jewelry. Thinking it was silly at first, I attempted her technique anyway, and found that it is indeed rather very rewarding! After a few months, I started cutting off 5, 10, 15, 20 lbs! Now, I have a piece of jewelry for every time I hit my 5 lb. goal. It’s so wonderful to get to wear jewelry that has sentimental value and a rewarding significance. For me, it’s a positive reminder that anything is possible!

Also, while searching online for jewelry sites, I found this great website – Jewelry Information Center (www.JIC.org). It’s a site that has TONS of stuff about jewelry (gift giving guides, trend updates, history, cleaning care tips, etc). It also has a section where users can submit their own stories on their favorite pieces of jewelry. I found this quite intriguing at first because I hadn’t come across any other sites that offered such highly personalized sections before. Ultimately, this “shared stories” section motivated me to post my story for others to see! It’s nice to know others appreciate the same things I do, and it’s helpful to read others’ stories as well! I can honestly say now, that JIC is my go-to jewelry resource – it’s personable, full of information and jewelry ideas and more. I advise you all to give it a try.

If that doesn’t totally sell you on it, also know that there’s a sweepstakes going on through the end of the month: submit your story, be entered into a contest to win a diamond necklace. Don’t mind if i do!

Best!
MelC33

By: ttfn300

ttfn300 — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 13:10:49 +0000

ok, i’ve done the jam in yogurt before, but not cottage cheese. why? i don’t know but now i want to! And egg whites and hummus?? that’s a must-do, too

i used to do fiber one as “granola” almost every day, but i’ve cut back a little as i eat alot of fiber… now my crunch in yogurt comes from flax and wheat germ! another healthy habit is using hummus instead of mayo on sandwiches, so much more flavor!!

By: Donna K

Donna K — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 04:33:14 +0000

We are eating mre fruits and veggies.

By: Lily Kwan

Lily Kwan — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 04:25:45 +0000

I try to eat healthy by using fresh and flavorful ingredients.

By: Kira Walker

Kira Walker — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 03:55:37 +0000

I eat smaller portions more frequently and drink lots of water

By: Marcy Strahan

Marcy Strahan — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 03:20:30 +0000

I am eating oatmeal everyday! I also freeze juice until it’s slushy & then eat it!
I have been checking out healthier recipes online too!

By: Helen

Helen — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 02:10:26 +0000

We eat whole wheat pasta and have resorted to baking our own breads from scratch.

By: Felicia Shapiro

Felicia Shapiro — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 01:37:00 +0000

I make eating a healthy habit by always having chopped vegetables in my refrigerator–easy to find and easy to eat!

By: Crys L.

Crys L. — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 01:26:32 +0000

My healthy eating habit is assembling a bunch of smaller snacks (granola, oatmeal, fresh fruits, small sandwiches) and eating them throughout the day instead of indulging in superlarge meals. By spreading out, I’m less likely to gorge in one meal, and plus I’m taking care in eating good stuff!

By: Lori Walker

Lori Walker — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 00:11:52 +0000

we like to use yogurt and banana as a dessert