Are ‘diet’ foods making your fat?

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  1. Take a look at this delicious, healthy 150 Calorie meal!!!
  2. LOOK AT YOUR INGREDIENTS!!!  Protein Bars are GREAT; If you invest in the right ones!!
  3. Muffins can bring back your Muffin Top!!!
  4. Vitamin drinks are a sugar surges that are not helping your weight-loss goals!!!

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Fire Roasted Tomatoes and Chicken over Ziti

  • 8oz Ziti Pasta
  • 1lb boneless skinless chicken-breast halves
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup diced onions
  • 6 oz already sliced button mushrooms
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon bottled minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1 ca (14.5 oz) fire roasted diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine (optional)
  • Parmesan cheese, optional garnish

cooking note: wine adds body and zest to the sauce.  but if you don’t or can’t have any then leave it out.  always cook pasta to package directions.

  1. cut chicken into roughly 1/2 inch chunks.  Heat oil in a 12 inch non-stick skillet, over medium heat.  Add onion, mushrooms and chicken.  Salt and pepper lightly.
  2. Cook, stirring occasionally, until chicken is no longer pink, about 6 minutes.
  3. Add the garlic and Italian seasoning.  Cook and stir for 30 seconds.  Add tomatoes with juices and wine.  Bring to a boil.  Boil stirring occasionally until sauce is thick, about 5 minutes.

Serve over hot, drained pasta, topping with Parmesan cheese if desired.

Grilled Chicken Breast with Shiitake Mushroom Vinaigrette

Ingredients

  • 5 large shiitake mushrooms, stems removed
  • 6 tablespoons canola oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon whole-grain mustard
  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons finely chopped flat-leaf parsley, plus torn leaves for garnish
  • 4 bone-in, skin on chicken breasts (about 8 ounces each)

Directions

Heat the grill to high.

Brush both sides of the mushroom caps with 4 tablespoons of the canola oil and season with salt and pepper. Place on the grill, cap side down and grill until golden brown and slightly charred, 4 to 5 minutes. Turn the mushrooms over and continue cooking until just cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes longer. Remove from the grill and coarsely chop.

Whisk together the shallots, vinegar, extra virgin olive oil and parsley in a medium bowl until combined and season with salt and pepper. Add the mushrooms and stir to coat. Let sit at room temperature for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Brush both sides of the chicken with the remaining canola oil and season with salt and pepper. Place on the grill, skin side down and grill until golden brown, 4 to 5 minutes. Flip over, reduce the heat of the grill to medium, close the cover and continue grilling until just cooked through, about 7 minutes longer. Remove chicken from the grill and let rest 5 minutes before serving. Serve 1 breast per person topped with some of the shiitake vinaigrette. Garnish with parsley leaves.

30 minute workout or puke

Members got MMAXOUT Tonight… Always consult your doctor before any workout routine 🙂 

  • 25 pull ups
  • 50 push ups
  • 50 Ab bicycles

Sprint in place knee high for 1 minute

  • 50 Switching lunges
  • 30 Burpees
  • 50 Box Jumps

Sprint in place knee high for 1 minute

  • 30 Plate Twist
  • 30 Plate Swing
  • 30 Burpees

Sprint in place knee high for 1 minute

And that was the warm up…. The next 30 minutes of the class was a real Killer to find out what it was JOIN MMAXOUT in your area… MMAXOUT Workouts has grown worldwide, people are loving how effective the exercise are. 

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Fresh Fruit Kabobs with Almond Creme

Serves 4

8 12 inch skewers

KEBOBS:

  • 2 kiwis each cut into 4 rounds
  • 16 raspberries
  • 16 blackberries
  • 1/2 pint strawberries
  • 1 star fruit, cut into 8 slices

ALMOND CREME:

  • 3/4 cup plain whole-milk yogurt
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons granular sugar substitute
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  1. On each skewer threat 1 kiwi slice, 2 raspberries, 2 blackberries, 1 strawberry, and 1 star fruit slice.
  2. In a medium bowl, wisk yogurt, heavy cream, sugar substitute, and almond extract.  Pour into serving dish.

Serve kebobs with dipping sauce.

Your Next Stop at the Grocery Shop

MMAXOUT TIP

TRY THIS FOR YOUR NEXT TRIP TO THE GROCERY STORE

  • Fresh vegetables and fruits should make up the largest part of your healthy foods grocery list. Vegetables and fruits have vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and they are usually low in calories. We all need at least five or more servings of vegetables and fruits every day. Choose a variety of fruits and vegetables that everyone in your family will enjoy.
  • Most of your grain and cereal products should be made from whole grains, not from refined flours. This part of your list includes whole grain breads, whole grain pastas, and whole grain breakfast cereals. Whole grains are important for vitamins, minerals, and for fiber, which is often lacking in modern diets. Read labels to look for 100% whole-grain or 100% whole-wheat to be sure you are getting whole grain products.
  • Your protein and meat choices should consist mostly of fish, poultry and lean meats. Eggs, nuts, seeds and legumes are also good protein choices. Choose fresh and frozen unbreaded meats and fish. Avoid breaded, deep-fried convenience foods that you put in the oven. They are high in fats and sodium.
  • Beverages should be kept simple. Water, low-fat milk, juices and herbal teas are all good choices. If you opt for soft drinks, choose diet sodas and soft drinks to avoid extra sugar.
  • Dairy products should include low-fat milk, yogurt and cheese. If you do not want cows’ milk, choose soy and rice beverages, calcium-fortified orange juice, or goats’ milks and cheese.
  • Be careful with dressings, cooking oils and condiments. They are sneaky sources of refined sugar and poor quality oils. Read labels to choose dressings made with olive oil, canola oil or walnut oil. Choose low-fat mayonnaise for your sandwiches and choose canola oil and olive oil for cooking.
  • Frozen foods are a convenient way to keep vegetables on hand. There are also prepared meals that you can pop into the microwave or oven. These can be convenient and healthy if you choose low fat versions with good portion sizes. Read labels and chose frozen foods wisely. Avoid frozen pizzas, pocket-sandwiches, deep-fried appetizers, and breaded foods.
  • Foods in cans and jars are also very convenient. Look for low-sodium soups, vegetables and sauces. Avoid high-fat gravies and high-calorie foods like canned spaghetti and ravioli products.
  • For sandwiches, choose peanut butter or other nut butters, low-fat turkey slices or sliced roast beef. Avoid processed lunch meats, sausages and hot dogs.
  • Don’t load up on high calorie treats and desserts. Choose fresh fruits, healthy nuts, seeds and whole grain crackers for snacks.