Froggy Morning

There's something about a froggy morning... peaceful. Ribbit!

Simply Refreshing

This recipe is from an earlier post but it's worth posting again. I don't know why I didn't think of doing it sooner, especially with all of the hot weather that we've been having. It's so refreshing and so EASY! I think you'll enjoy it.

Orange Julius

1/2 of a 6 oz. can (1/3 cup) frozen orange juice concentrate 

1/2 cup milk

1/2 cup water

1/4 cup sugar

1/2 teaspoon vanilla

5-6 ice cubes

Combine all ingredients in blender container; cover and blend until smooth (about 30 seconds). Serve immediately. Makes approximately 3 cups.

Dish Me Up Some Pretty

Here are photos showing a few of the diet meals that I've eaten over the past five months. Not only are they appealing to look at, they are quick (5-15 minutes) and amazingly easy to prepare. I've been able to drop 25 pounds because of them—which is a major accomplishment for someone who has had to battle to lose weight.

The essence of the Flat Belly Diet is focus on lean protein, healthy fats, whole grains, low-fat dairy, fruits and vegetables. It has been extraordinary to lose weight while eating waffles, bread, pitas, crackers, and pasta. But beware. If you have problems with gluten, you'll want to go with alternative whole grains. That's exactly what I had to do. I had a rash on my face and arm that was getting worse. When I started eating gluten-free, it cleared up. The extra effort and expense that was required to eliminate wheat from my diet has been well worth it. I'm eating healthier than I ever have and I continue to lose weight.