Q & A: What is pink slime?

Q: I've heard about pink slime in the news. I know it looks gross but what is it? 


A: I'm gonna let Jamie Oliver and his stunt cow answer that one. 

                                   

Burgers anyone? 

Myth: Eating Healthy is Expensive

I'm sure you've heard this one. Many people believe in the myth that healthy food is more expensive. Eating crap is what's really more expensive--you pay with your health (see previous posts on that sandwhich with sneaker juice, white bread and cancer meat).

I purchased all of this for about 20 bucks. For $30 I also got three desserts and two sandwiches from the same store. The processed stuff definitely won't last past today.  This on the hand, will last for a whole week or more.

According to a news report healthy eating is cheaper than you may think:

An Agriculture Department study released Wednesday found that most fruits, vegetables and other healthy foods cost less than foods high in fat, sugar and salt.But comparing the cost of foods by weight or portion size shows that grains, vegetables, fruit and dairy foods are less expensive than most meats or foods high in saturated fat, added sugars or salt.
That means bananas, carrots, lettuce and pinto beans are all less expensive per portion than French fries, soft drinks, ice cream or ground beef.
"Using price per calorie doesn't tell you how much food you're going to get or how full you are going to feel," said Andrea Carlson, scientist at the USDA's Economic Research Service and an author of the study.
For example, eating a chocolate glazed donut with 240 calories might not satiate you but a banana with 105 calories just might.

So not only does clean eating save you calories, it also saves you money. Sounds like a win-win to me. 

Have you tried clean eating on a budget? Let me know below! 

How to Make a Meal Plan

"If you fail to plan, you plan to fail." This saying is so true. Making a meal plan is easy, you just need to know the basics.

Friday Fitspiration

Because I love you for reading, I'm giving you two great quotes this time.

"Fitness is like marriage. You can't cheat on it, and expect it to work."
  

Emeril's Vegetarian Chili-Made Easy

Emeril's Vegetarian Chili

I adapted this recipe by taking out some of the ingredients and changing the canola oil to olive oil. The prep work for this is pretty easy.
                                         

January Challenge

In 2012 I lost 30 pounds and I shrunk I grew. I've learned so much about health, about my own strength, and about myself. I'm all about kicking complacency. There's no reason to be complacent. If you don't have the best body you can possibly have, why are you okay with that? If you want to do better, be better and live better, you want to join this challenge!

Results-Vegan Edition

   At the end of the day, we don't want to just be better on the inside. We all want our healthier habit to also pay off in terms of our appearance. If you're stuck in a rut or you're just not convinced that fruits and veggies are spectusome (spectacular and amazing) here's some inspiration.

  

 Now I'm not pushing a vegan lifestyle (although I do think it's awesome) but this just goes to show that healthy eating is rewarding.

Say What? The McRib

Water, flour, yeast. These are the basic ingredients for bread. Yet for some reason (profits) McDonald's says that's not enough. I mean, let's face it, moldy bread just won't sell.

Myth: What You Don't Know Won't Hurt You

I am not one of those people that goes around telling all my family and friends the truth about everything they eat and drink. Most people don't want to hear it and quite frankly, I'm not here to shove anything down someone's throat (no pun intended). I do however, believe in sharing with those who want to know. I want everyone to know exactly what they're putting in their bodies. Whatever decision they make after that is totally on them. I do believe there's power in knowing. Perhaps that's the very reason many people don't want to know the truth. It makes them responsible for the actions that follow. 


      


     The American Institute for Cancer Research and the World Cancer Research Fund released a study and found a link between processed meats and cancer.In fact, the World Cancer Research Fund says that "processed meats are too dangerous for human consumption."

What the Deuce?