Cyd Notter

Author and Nutrition Educator, Founder of The "Plan A" Diet™

EASY Plant-Based Recipes for Busy Holiday Months

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We're officially in the toughest season for those trying to stay on-track with their diets. The period between Thanksgiving to New Year's Day is typically when we give ourselves unspoken permission to over-indulge...we might tell ourselves, "it's the holidays, after all!"

Plus, it's hard to stay diligent when you're surrounded by candies, baked goods, and high-calorie beverages.

So what can you do? Two things come to mind:

  1. You can make your "holiday game plan" now. By planning out a few targeted goals, you can still enjoy the holidays without compromising your health. Read more about it here.
  2. Don't add to your stress by planning elaborate meals during the week. Eat simply by making these quick, easy meals which are featured in The 21-Day Meal Plan.  Another way to save time in the kitchen is by batch cooking once or twice a week. Watch this video for my batch cooking suggestions.

Remember, surviving the holidays is not about deprivation!

It's about forming a strategy to eat healthy, delicious foods while avoiding the temptation of all those high-calorie, high-fat weight- and health-busters. As an extra bonus, you'll avoid the guilt AND the bloat when the holidays are over. 🙂

 

A sensible person sees trouble and hides,
but naive people keep going and pay the penalty. (Proverbs 27:12, EHV)

 

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Green Beans with Braised Onion

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When you need a "go-to" side dish you can whip up in a hurry, it doesn't get much simpler than this!

Especially if you use Steamer Green Beans.

Do use "seasoned" rice vinegar (not plain) - it does make a difference.

Here's the recipe!

Green Beans with Braised Onions

 

4 Things Necessary for a Successful, Healthy Diet

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Diets don't work long-term

That much we know for sure. Less than 3% of dieters keep the weight off long-term.

Which means 97% of people following today's typical diets will NOT keep the weight off for long.

That's because typical diets based on calorie restriction or smaller portions of the same unhealthy foods are not the answer for long-term weight loss OR improved health.

So what do we need to do?

Lifelong weight control and good health require permanent lifestyle changes, not a short-term, restrictive diet.

Maybe your weight is creeping up or you've just been diagnosed with hypertension/high cholesterol/pre-diabetes. You recognize that it's time for a course correction - and the time to make changes is now. If so, here are four factors to consider before choosing another typical "diet" plan:

Continue reading here.....

Maple Glazed Vegan Ham

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Whether you follow a plant-based diet or are just looking for healthier recipes, here's one that might surprise you. Maple Glazed Vegan Ham from www.shaneandsimple.com.

www.shaneandsimple.com          Maple Glazed Vegan Ham


     We made this recipe during the holidays and it did not disappoint! Having not eaten ham for over 30 years, this savory, smoky, sweet meal was a real treat. Makes great sandwiches, too!

     Does it taste exactly like pork ham? No, because it's not a pig. But it's definitely close enough and comes without the known cancer risks of eating processed meats. Plus it's packed with protein!

     Further proof that following a plant-based diet does not mean sacrificing your favorite foods! Pretty much anything can be re-created into a much healthier, delicious version. Check out my YouTube channel for other easy recipes.

     If you have any questions, please contact me 🙂 

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Don’t become so well-adjusted to your culture that you fit into it without even thinking.               (Romans 12:2, MSG)

Score a Win-Win with that Leftover Halloween Candy

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Have you heard about the national Halloween Candy Buy Back (HCBB) program? It was started back in 2005 by a dentist, Dr. Chris Kammer, with the goal of getting the surplus candy ‘off the streets’ and reducing the over consumption of sugar by children. 

Not only does the program “buy back” the candy, the collected treats are then sent to our troops abroad as a token of appreciation for serving to keep us safe.

Image by Vecteezy.com

 

 

Since the time HCBB was founded, dental offices across the nation have responded in increasing numbers, and hundreds of tons of candy have been collected over the years. HCBB has been featured by dozens of local news outlets and was even featured by Diane Sawyer on ABC News. 

Dental offices generally pay the kids $1 per pound for the candy (usually a 5 lb. limit), and then send it to Move America Forward or Operation Shoebox, organizations who sort/package/ship it to the troops abroad along with other necessities. 

Not only do the kiddos benefit from eating less sugar and getting a lesson in generosity, the troops abroad get a nice treat as well. Definitely a win-win!

To find a participating dental office near you who’ll buy back your candy, go to the HCBB website and type in your zip code. 

 

When you’re given a box of candy, don’t gulp it all down; eat too much chocolate
and you’ll make yourself sick. (Proverbs 25:16, MSG)

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