A group of B.C. mothers is hoping to raise awareness of postpartum depression and erase some of the stigma associated with the condition by sharing their experiences.
For some, the world of supplements can be a confusing, overwhelming and sometimes challenging space to navigate. With so many supplement brands and varieties available at the store and online, and considering consumers are constantly bombarded with opinions from media, close friends, self-proclaimed health coaches and social media, the barrage of options and voices can often point people in the wrong direction.
In 1948, young physicist June Lindsey's crystallography work in a British laboratory helped Watson and Crick discover the famous double-helix structure of DNA. Today, the 96-year-old's contribution goes unheralded, but a group of Ottawa scientists wants to change that.
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Hello!! Today I’m talking to Paul Huddle, author, triathlete, radio host and currently he’s the Senior Regional Director with Rock N Roll Marathon series and IRONMAN – which includes the big west coast Rock N Roll races…Arizona, Las Vegas and San Diego. San Diego is this weekend and we’re getting a peek into what’s it’s like behind the scenes race week! AND he shares a SECRET discount code you can use at the expo!! I had no idea he was going to do that – so I’m just kind of quietly surprised and quickly type it out as he’s sharing it. So the code will be on Run Eat Repeat if ya want to run this weekend!!
If you’re new here… I’m Monica, I started Run Eat Repeat.com as a training and diet log before my first marathon. All I wanted to do was lose 20 pounds and run 1 full marathon. Well… I lost that weight and have run over 30 full marathons and over 50 half marathons! And the site has turned into an amazing community online! Thanks for listening. For more check out the site Run Eat Repeat.com and follow me on Instagram @RunEatRepeat for the latest updates and to check in with your workout for today!!
I’ve been going through audio books like they’re watermelon so want to share a few before I forget…
Duped: Double Lives, False Identities and the Con Man I Almost Married by Abby Ellin
– 3 shoes
The author was on Happier with Gretchen Rubin. They’re friends.
I actually don’t think I loved the author… she was a lil dramatic and it made it more obvious to me that the book isn’t dramatic. I want it to be dramatic!!
She talks about people who have lied, been lied to in BIG ways. And her story sounds super interesting! I wish it would have been more like a podcast! Her story was like the one from Dirty John… this guy lies and puts on this big song and dance to con woman.
She’s a writer and she experienced it first hand… but she kinda just tells her experience in a nutshell instead of walking us through what it was actually like. Again meh.
I don’t really recommend it and only finished listening to it because I wanted to give ya my thoughts.
Ladies Who Punch by Ramin Setoodeh – 4 shoes…
I don’t think a book about a talk show with only male hosts would be as focused on lil fights and give the same vibe. There seem to be legitimate reasons that some of the hosts fought or were hard to get along with. I’m not saying don’t share the drama. I’m saying it focused a lot on what seemed like petty fights. The show has been around for years – I feel like there has to be a lot of happy friendly stories. We heard ONE.
Paul Huddle – is a former pro-triathlete turned coach and is now Senior Regional Director with Rock N Roll Marathon series and IRONMAN. He has a ton of experience both competing in endurance racing and organizing the events. I could have talked to him for hours! Today we focused on how he went from athlete to executive and some of the work that goes into organizing a race.
I also put out a call for questions but it was a little last minute so next time I’ll give you more time to ask…
Join the Run Eat Repeat Podcast Group here so we have a place to ask questions and just hang out.
BONUS: At the end Paul shares a last minute discount code for Rock N Roll San Diego!! So check it out and use it at the expo if you want to join.
Check out all the races and more information on the Rock N Roll Marathon series here!
And here is the Last Minute Discount Code for San Diego!
You can use it at the expo – make sure you use it if you’re putting your info in on a computer at the expo and/or mention it to whoever is helping you register. (I’ve registered at the expo before and think I remember you have to put your info in on an ipad and then someone gives you a bib. I’m not sure if you do it when you input your info or when you pay.)
1. Races that give discount codes… and sites that give free shipping. Love. Check out my Race Discounts for more!
2. Panera… because I just really like it this week.
3. These big heavy bones I found at Marshall’s on clearance because Diego chewed on it for longer than anything I’ve ever given him.
Thank you for listening!
Please tag @RunEatRepeat on instagram and let me know what you’re doing right now!
If you have a question… ask! Email me or call the RER podcast voicemail.
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Hi friends! Happy Friday and helloooooo from the Disney Wonder. We’re having the most magical time on this cruise and I can’t wait to report back with all of the details. In a nutshell, the Alaskan scenery is absolutely breathtaking, I’ve been eating salmon upon salmon for pretty much every meal, we’ve loved spending all of this extra time with the Pilot, and the girls are living their best Disney lives. They’ve met so many characters already and are fully enjoying all of the activities and fun aboard the ship.
It’s time for the weekly Friday Faves party! Here’s where I share some faves from the week and around the web. I always love to hear about your faves, too, so please shout out something you’re lovin’ in the comments section below.
Vancouver adventures. You guys. Vancouver is INCREDIBLE. We got to spend a few days in Vancouver before heading out to Alaska, but we already can’t wait to go back. There’s so much to do there and so many unique local restaurants.
While we were in town, we ate sushi at Kamei Royale,
(the sashimi salad was out of this world!),
swam at the hotel,
got gelato at Bella Gelateria
(this flavor was a mix of rose water, saffron, and turmeric)
and enjoyed a full day at the aquarium. This one was highly recommended and didn’t disappoint. The girls LOVED it and the exhibits were so much fun. We got to see live sloths, enormous sea lions, bats (!! this ended up being one of our favorites! They flew around the cave stopping to eating fruit from giant fruit skewers), a dolphin, otters, jellyfish, a tide pool, and so much more.
We took advantage of public transportation and I was thankful we didn’t have to lug carseats around. We took the Sky Train from the airport to downtown and the rest of the time, we took the bus or walked.
Another memorable meal was breakfast at 49th Parallel Coffee Roasters. We shared a few donuts (vegan double chocolate, peanut butter and jelly, raspberry cheesecake) and for my entree, I chose the keto plate with salmon instead of bacon. (Got the salmon party started early.)
Betsy and I also took an early morning Orangetheory class overlooking the water! Class on Monday morning was super intense (a 1.5 mile run followed by a 2000m row and bodyweight circuit) but a great way to start off vacation.
Havenly! I’ve been wanting to update the formal living room for a while now and came across Havenly. They ask for dimensions and photos of your room, info about current products you have and want to keep, and you go through a few rounds of questions for the stylist to determine your style preferences. From here, your stylist presents concepts for your room, including where to buy each of the listed products. I LOVE her idea for the formal living room! I asked for an updated feel, wanted to add a plant, and wanted to keep our leather chair and couch from World Market. Here’s what she came up with:
If you want to check it out, my referral link is here! (It gives you $50 off a full design package and $20 off a mini design.) It’s a great way to get ideas for a full refresh or just an update, especially if you’re like me and you get overwhelmed once you start looking online for products. (#notsponsored)
Beautycounter sunscreen. We’ve been using this a lot lately. I love that it’s mineral-based (so much better for your skin and for the earth!), and it glides on smoothly without being chalky. The kiddos also enjoy using the sunscreen stick. I always have one in my purse to put on my hands while I’m driving.
Ordered this swimsuit before we left for our trip and it’s SO cute. It’s extremely flattering and the bottoms are high enough to hide the scar on my belly. Wins all around. (It’s on sale right now, too!)
My splurge sandals. I got these in a recent Trunk Club delivery and while they looked incredible and fit well, I felt like the price tag was too steep. I was flooded with DMs on Instagram, and it was a mix of “Keep the sandals, I have three pairs and love them!” or “They have these ones that look the exact same on Amazon.” In the end, I decided to stick with the original ones because the quality is fantastic and they feel really comfortable to wear. The reviews for the Amazon ones were mixed as far as comfort goes and I’m really picky about shoes fitting well and feeling good since we’re out and about all day. The thing that sealed the deal: the Pilot saw them lying on a chair in our room while I was debating and said, “Those are really cool shoes. You’re keeping them, right?” Welp, twist my arm.
Nordstrom half-yearly sale is heeeeeere. This is pretty much a holiday (and ends this weekend).
Some fave picks from the sale:
The famous Leith dress is 20% off. I have three of these because they’re incredibly flattering and perfect to dress up or down.
Love these wedges! They give me extra height and are extremely comfortable to wear all day.
This dress is perfect for summer weddings or date nights.
One of my fave treadmill workouts.
An interesting reason to maybe consider that marathon…one of these days.
Where the Crawdads Sing. I feel like I was the last person to read this one and why did I wait?? I’ve been devouring this each night before bed. The descriptions in this book are so vivid, you feel like you’re living the story along with the main character. I can’t wait to finish this one.
The podcast will be back next week! Make sure you’re subscribed if you haven’t already, and I’ll have a giveaway next week to celebrate its return.
You need this s’mores in a jar.
Delicious packable sandwich options.
Can’t wait to try this baked strawberry oatmeal.
Happy Friday, friends! Hope you have a beautiful weekend.
xo
Gina
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A woman who worked as a nurse at the Jonquière hospital for 20 years has turned out not to be a nurse at all, according to Quebec's Order of Nurses.
The Nova Scotia Health Authority says it's a matter of when, not if, it will start hiring physician assistants — something that has been touted by advocates as a great way to fill gaps in a province that faces chronic nursing and doctor shortages.
It’s Friday! Congratulations. On this day of celebration, the last thing you probably want to think about is talking about weight loss—you’ve worked all week and want to cut loose! While you should relax, know that the weekends can be a results-crusher after a week of great weight loss work: Studies have shown that dieters eat more extra calories on Saturdays than any other day and why, according to a study, people usually weigh in heaviest on Monday mornings—they’ve just finished a two-day binge. The solution? A weekend weight loss plan!
It doesn’t have to be all plates of carrots and drudgery, though.
A Weight Loss Tip for Every Day of the Week
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Fridays can be full of temptations: Coworkers bring in baked treats, a cool manager might order pizza for the office or people might invite you to an extended lunch. You’ve only got so much willpower: Eating protein in the a.m. can make it go farther: Protein takes longer for your body to digest, so it stays in your system, making you feel fuller, longer, than a fast-acting carb breakfast. That’s probably why, in a 2013 study, overweight people who ate breakfast with 35 grams of protein ate fewer high-fat, high-sugar snacks in the evening compared with those who ate cereal or no breakfast at all. If you’re on the Nutrisystem program, you’re in luck: All of our meals and snacks are prepared with the best balance of protein, carbs and fats. So dive right in to one of our morning meals (and feel free to add one of your PowerFuel allotments with the meal for an added protein boost if you’d like!).
Click here to find weight loss-friendly, high-protein breakfasts to start your day right >
Once you’ve got a good plan, the key to weekend weight loss success is compliance. But nobody’s perfect: That’s why many coaches and diets aim for an 85 to 90 percent compliance rate for success. So if you’re on-plan that percentage of the time, you increase your chances of seeing results. If you’ve got 21 meals per week, an 85-percent success rate is about 18 on-plan meals each week. So don’t use up all your splurges on Friday with a big, lavish lunch and trips to the vending machine, or else you won’t have any wiggle room for the weekend. Besides, Saturday is best for splurges: Studies have shown that’s the day dieters consume the most extra calories.
How to Have a Healthier Happy Hour
Read MoreSo on Friday, hold off until Happy Hour. Eat your normal meals on your plan, eating healthy snacks that you’ve planned for and enjoy a celebratory treat that evening as you remember the week’s success.
If you’re headed out to dinner Saturday, look at the menu for the restaurant online on Friday. If your Saturday meal isn’t planned as a cheat, look for options that will fit in with your weight loss goals, with lean protein, lots of veggies and in reasonable portions. If the restaurant’s a chain, you can probably even find calorie counts listed online for more precision in your decision.
If Saturday’s meal is a cheat, look at reviews: If you’re going to have your splurge, make sure what you’re ordering is going to be good. And once you’re there, even if it is your splurge, stick to a reasonable portion: Consult this Eating Out Guide to make sure you are sticking to your weekend weight loss plan no matter where you go out to eat.
Click on the link below to see the full Eating Out Guide with tips on how to eat at every type of restaurant you might go to this weekend!
The Nutrisystem Dining Out Guide
Read MoreIf you’re going to be spending some weekend time at home curled up watching movies or yelling at a football game with friends, be prepared: Spend a few minutes this morning cutting up vegetables and fruits into bite-size pieces in snack-sized containers to stock the fridge. Then, when it’s TV time—or just when you get snackish—there will be healthy options that are as easy to grab as any bag of junk. And the act of cutting them could be helpful overall: In a study from the American Journal of Preventative Medicine, more time spent on food prep was associated with healthier eating habits—like eating more fruits and veggies—and with saving money on food. How’s that for some weekend weight loss?
Come on, you’ve got the time and it doesn’t have to be a slog. Become a tourist in your own hometown: Look on sites like TripAdvisor for high-rated hikes, walks and parks you haven’t visited before and grab a friend or reconnect with your spouse over a longer walk than you’d normally do during the week. The walk will also help you create and retain new memories—literally: In a nine-year study, those who walked six to nine miles per week lowered their risk of developing memory loss by half compared to those who walked less. The study, published in a 2010 issue of the journal Neurology, found that the walkers had more gray matter in their brains.
10 Reasons to Go For a Walk Today
Read MoreYou may be tempted to sleep in, but shifting your wake-up time significantly can shift your sleep cycle—leading to worse sleep all week. A study of 2,700 high school students found that weekend sleep shifts left them “jet lagged” when they got to school on Monday, affecting their performance and weekly sleep schedule. Also, losing sleep can cause weight gain: Losing as little as 30 minutes of sleep every weekday can result in weight gain and have significant effects on insulin resistance, increasing your risk for Type 2 diabetes.
So set your Saturday alarm for the normal time: You might need an extra cup of coffee, but you’ll sleep better when the weekdays roll back around—and be better rested to stay on the weight loss path.
Sleep Better Tonight to Lose Weight Tomorrow
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This morning, I spoke at the German Diabetes Congress in Berlin on the issue of whether or not metabolic surgery offers a cure (or just remission) in patients with type 2 diabetes.
I also had the pleasure of attending the Hans Langerhans Award Lecture, the highest distinction awarded by the German Diabetes Society, given by my colleague Matthias Tschöp, who is also the Director of the Helmholtz Centre for Diabetes Research in Munich.
Tschöp focussed his acceptance speech on his ground-breaking work on polyagonists, i.e. molecules that can co-stimulate two or more peptide receptors (e.g. for GLP-1, GIP, and glucagon).
Tschöp began his presentation by declaring that we could almost completely reverse the global epidemic of type 2 diabetes, if only we had more effective treatments for obesity.
As we now know, appetite and energy regulation is tightly controlled by a host of neuroendocrine signals, which act on the central nervous system as part of a complex homeostatic system that acts to sustain and defend body weight.
Based on these findings, Tschöp’s work has pursued the notion that effective obesity treatments require targeting of the homeostatic centres in the brain. As we have learnt from the extensive research on bariatric surgery, there are a number of signal molecules released by the gut (incretins) that directly affect central mechanism of appetite and satiety.
However, given the complexity and redundancy of the system, just targeting one of these molecules may not be effective enough to counteract the powerful mechanisms that defend against long-term weight loss. This insight, led Tschöp to pursue the idea that developing single synthetic molecules, that could simultaneously stimulate several distinct but synergistic pathways, may prove to be more effective than targeting a single molecular target.
This idea, ultimately led to the development of molecules that simultaneously act as dual co-agonists (e.g. for GLP-1 and glucagon or for GLP-1 and GIP ) or even tri-co-agonists (e.g. for GLP-1, GIP, and glucagon). These co-agonists appear to have potent metabolic and anti-obesity effects both in animal models and in early human studies. Indeed, this approach is now being actively pursued by a number of pharmaceutical companies hoping for more effective anti-obesity medications.
While these studies are currently underway, they certainly hold great promise for the future of medical treatments for obesity and diabetes.
Congratulations to Matthias Tschöp and his team for this most well-deserved award.
@DrSharma
Berlin, Germany
p.s. As an aside, I will have the pleasure of playing guitar with the “Sugar Daddies”, featuring Matthias Tschöp on drums (along with other prominent German diabetes researchers) at the Diabetes Gala Evening this evening.
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Statistics Canada has released data showing life expectancy stopped increasing for the first time in four decades as young men and women died at higher rates, mostly due to opioid-related overdoses in British Columbia, followed by Alberta.
Measles cases occurring in more than half of states in the U.S. as epidemic's surpassed a 25-year-old record.
When I first started working with a personal trainer (in college) I had no idea what to expect. I got suckered into a contract through a big box gym – it was a pickle to get out of it, let me tell ya – and had a guy with very little experience training me. He had a high school degree and no fitness-related certifications. I learned a lot about muscle groups and how to strength train in the first couple of weeks, but it went south very quickly. For example, he told me to get a bagel with cream cheese after each training session but also said I should only eat 1000 calories per day. (<— never ever do this)
Now that I’ve been in the fitness industry and have been certified as a personal trainer for 10 years (!), I thought I’d share some red flags I wish I would have known as a personal training CLIENT. We all know that personal trainers should support clients as they work towards their goals in a safe and strategic manner. There are so many incredible trainers out there, but unfortunately, there are some jokers in the mix.
Here are some red flags to look out for when you’re considering working with a personal trainer:
– They don’t do any type of movement assessment before training you. A good trainer should be able to determine your strengths, weaknesses, and body composition, and use this information to develop your training plan. You should also complete a Par-Q (which determines your readiness for exercises), a health history form, and a form that indicates your exercise experience and goals. The first meeting should be very little training; lots of paperwork and movement assessments. You’ll often have to do something like a 3-minute walk or jog, an upper body strength and/or agility test, lower body strength and/or agility, overhead squat assessment, push, and/or pull assessment.
– They don’t help you with proper form. As a gym-goer, it’s surprising for me to see trainers with their clients, and they’re not actively watching them. They should be correcting you along the way to make sure you’re executing the moves safely and with proper form. If they’re daydreaming, or looking at someone else: red flag.
– They tell you what and how much to eat. This is a huge NO. It’s outside the scope of our practice to tell clients what and how much to eat. We cannot give specific eating plans. However, we can share healthy meal ideas! If your trainer writes you a meal plan without any background training (like an RD or reputable nutrition certification), bye Felicia. This also holds true for supplements. The only person who should consult you on the types of supplements to use is a medical professional. This also holds true for medical diagnoses. A good trainer will always refer you to a medical professional if you need specialized care.
– They spend the whole time talking about themselves. Yes, friendly banter is important (and makes the session more fun) but the emphasis should be on YOU: your goals, your family, your jobs. If you want to talk about it! And if you want to be silent while your trainer counts reps and corrects form for you, totally cool.
– They don’t create a plan for you, and seem to “wing it” each time. Many trainers will wing sessions based on a goal they have in their mind. At the same time, they should have a file for you with weight progressions (how much you’re squatting, etc.) so they know how to build up. They should also phase your training (an endurance phase, a max strength phase, and a hypertrophy phase) so you don’t hit a plateau.
So tell me friends: have you worked with a personal trainer? What was your experience like?
Any red flags you’d add to the list?
xo
Gina
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We pay special attention to restoration of magnesium in the Wheat Belly lifestyle. This is because magnesium deficiency is universal, affecting virtually everyone, is severe, and has substantial implications for health.
But why? Why has everyone become so depleted in magnesium in the modern world? There are five major reasons:
Inflammatory bowel diseases, especially those associated with diarrhea such Crohn’s and celiac disease, also cause magnesium loss.
Magnesium deficiency is therefore the rule, not the exception. Restoration of magnesium accordingly provides substantial improvements in numerous aspects of health. Magnesium supplementation exerts bone density-increasing effects on reversing osteopenia and osteoporosis, for example, with a magnitude of effect that matches or exceeds that of osteoporosis drugs. (Then why doesn’t your doctor advise magnesium supplementation first before resorting to prescriptions for Boniva or Fosamax and advocating ineffective strategies such as calcium supplementation? You should no longer be shocked that mainstream doctors are not doing their jobs if restoring health is their mission.) Add improvements in insulin sensitivity, reduction of blood pressure, reduction in heart rhythm abnormalities, relief from migraine headaches and muscle cramps, and improved bowel regularity to the list.
Don’t be falsely lulled by “normal” serum magnesium blood levels, or even the somewhat more accurate RBC magnesium levels, as they underestimate the severity of magnesium depletion in tissues such as bone. You can have a normal blood level but still have deficiency. But if your blood level is low, you know that you have profound deficiency, even life-threatening. (In my days of working in coronary care and intensive care units, megadose intravenous magnesium was a staple, as people come to the hospital with life-threatening magnesium depletion, often due to diuretic use. Severe magnesium deficiency leads to sudden cardiac death via unstable heart rhythms such as ventricular fibrillation, ventricular tachycardia, and Torsade de pointes.)
As I’ve discussed previously, oral magnesium supplementation is problematic, as magnesium supplements are excellent laxatives, limiting dose tolerance. So if restoration of magnesium is among your goals—and it should be—go for the best absorbed form of magnesium that money can’t buy, Magnesium Water that you make from my recipe here.
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Michael McLachlan vividly remembers the moment he consciously decided to disconnect his mind and his body during his battle against cancer. Luckily, Colleen McBride was there to help put the pieces back together.
These almond raspberry cheesecake bars have only 190 calories or 8 WW points per bar, and yet they’re rich, creamy, ...Extra fats and sugars show up unnoticed in so many of our food choices that empty calories can be hard to avoid. And they can slow your progress to your weight loss goal, even when you’re eating well. Good news: Cutting out those empty calories without losing any of the pleasures of tasty food is easier than you realize. We’ve got some simple swaps you can make this summer that will add up to a big difference in your daily calories.
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Frappuccinos and other cold coffee drinks can come with more than 200 empty calories in a small, 12-ounce cup. Simple iced coffee with almond milk and a sprinkle of cinnamon has less than 20 calories, according to United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). If you’re craving a bit more sweetness, try our easy recipe for making your own Caramel Faux Frappuccino. It has just 134 calories per serving.
Calories saved: 160
Real fruit juice may be better than soda or other artificially sweetened drinks, but many still come with lots of sugar and empty calories. Plus, often fruit juices are created by straining out the fruit’s pulp, which means you lose the benefits that come with fiber. Whole fruit gives you all of the sweet taste you’re after, but you also get fiber to help you feel full. A cup of apple juice, for instance, has 110 calories. You get 57 calories in a cup of apple slices.
Calories saved: 53
Want a frozen treat on a hot day? Whip up our luscious Mint Chocolate Chip Nice Cream, with only 134 calories per serving, about 20 percent fewer than the 160 calories in store brands.
Pass on the sprinkles and you cut out another 50 calories (per tablespoon), according to the USDA.
Calories saved: 76
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Sauté vegetables to bring out their rich flavors and get them to that perfect balance between crunchy and tender. But keep them from sticking with zero-calorie cooking spray rather than vegetable oil, such as canola, which adds 120 calories per tablespoon.
Calories saved: 120
Creamy salad dressings pile extra fat, sugar and calories onto a healthy bowl of fresh vegetables. Just two tablespoons of ranch dressing comes with 110 calories, according to USDA. Try one of our delicious and light salad dressing recipes, or go with calorie-free red wine vinegar or lemon juice instead.
Calories saved (using red wine vinegar or lemon juice): 110
Ground turkey makes tasty burgers that have less than half the calories of ground beef (166 vs. 349). To trim even more calories from your burger, hold the bun (220 calories) and wrap your patty in a sturdy lettuce leaf (one calorie).
Calories saved (turkey in lettuce vs. beef in a bun): 402
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Marinating adds flavor to grilled foods, but beware of those with lots of oil or sugar. Popular brands can have more than 30 calories in two tablespoons. Instead, stir up a homemade marinade for less calories.
Calories saved: 20
You can enjoy a drink with alcohol or two each week and stay on track toward your weight loss goal, if you remember the important guidelines from our expert nutritionists. When you choose a drink, pick a light beer (103 calories per 12 ounces) or dry wine like Chardonnay (123 calories per five ounces). Regular beers have 145 calories and mixed drinks such as margaritas can have 300 or more calories in eight ounces, according to the USDA.
Calories saved light vs. regular beer: 42
Calories saved dry wine vs. cocktail: 277
Plain, nonfat Greek yogurt gives your potato salad the same creamy texture as mayonnaise, but it comes with just 73 calories in seven tablespoons vs. the 700 calories in the same amount of mayo. Substitute steamed cauliflower (12 calories per half-cup) for the potatoes (170 calories) and save even more.
Calories saved yogurt vs. mayo: 627
Calories saved Cauliflower vs. potatoes: 158
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Likewise, pass on the mayo for pasta salad and dress it with a simple vinaigrette, which has just 245 calories in seven tablespoons. Add fresh or dried herbs for even more flavor—they have less than two calories in two tablespoons.
Calories saved: 455
*All calorie estimates come from the USDA Food Composition Database.
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