Good morning and happy Thanksgiving. I love this holiday, despite the fact that we have to sacrifice a turkey for our feast. At the Zipp home, today, there will be tons of plant-based foods to go along with traditional dishes. The turkey will go on the grill, stuffed with herbs and fruits, while 3 tofurkys cook in the oven. Family members have been asked to make and bring a … [Read more...] about Reasons to Be Thankful…and a Horn of PLENTY!
Archives for November 2010
Hey, Make me Over.
Just about 10 weeks into the season, we got to see HUGE changes for our 7 final Biggest Loser contestants during the "makeover week" episode, last night. Mitch brought home falafel from Falafel Bistro last night and it was a perfect dinner to indulge in while watching one of my favorite episodes of one of my favorite shows. Mitch has taken the "if you can't beat her, … [Read more...] about Hey, Make me Over.
Course Correction and Amazing Results
So tonight is the Biggest Loser episode that I look forward to all season...makeover night!!! If you have been watching all along, you will no doubt also love seeing the change from week one, till tonight, after the remaining 7 get their entire beings, made over. If you have never watched this show before and want some inspiration to lose weight or just take charge of … [Read more...] about Course Correction and Amazing Results
You Can Have Your BREAD, and Eat it, Too!
Well, my recent experiences remind me I don't always make the right choices, so today I defer to Dr. Oz and the people at Real Age.com for some great advice on reducing belly fat...something MANY (especially those of us in our middle years) are aiming to do. When choosing grains, opt for the WHOLE ones. They are not only heart-healthy and disease-defying, but in recent … [Read more...] about You Can Have Your BREAD, and Eat it, Too!
No Place Like Home
I finally got to watch Biggest Loser last night. Finally, a decent physical challenge. Balancing on one foot. We should ALL be practicing that. Balance work is great for our core, our small ligaments and tendons in the balancing foot, our nervous system and our minds. Balance takes discipline. A calming of the mind and body. I liked the challenge and was surprised to see … [Read more...] about No Place Like Home