You don't just become healthy and stay healthy all in one day. It's not a place at which you suddenly arrive. It's a mindset; it's a struggle; it's a process; it's dedication; it's a journey.
Today, I Will… 4. Make a healthy dinner for my family
My mom actually beat me to the punch on this one! A sub comprised of whole wheat hoagie bread, low fat angus pastrami, baby Swiss, mustard, balsamic vinegar, spinach, romaine, cucumber, and tomato.
Today, I Will… 3. Drink a latte with just a touch of vanilla and honey
Today, I Will… 2. Do light morning yoga to soothing music
Ahhh, refreshed and energized. It was so good to do yoga again—it’s been a couple of months, and I really felt it a few times. I used this yoga chart while listening to this Spotify playlist.
Today, I Will… 1. Eat a good, hearty breakfast
Have you ever woken up and thought to yourself, “If I have to eat eggs for my protein the umpteenth time in a row I may kill someone”? (Oh, that’s just me? I swear I’m not violent.) Sometimes I forget that eggs aren’t my only breakfast protein option. In fact, who said breakfast food has to be “breakfasty”? This morning, I sauteed mushrooms and onions in olive oil with garlic powder, oregano, chili powder, and a touch of sea salt. I try to include as many veggies as I can in my breakfast. Oh, and about a tablespoon of crumbled bacon with them doesn’t hurt ;) Then, I slabbed avocado on toast and topped it with turkey and low fat cheddar, melted in the microwave for about thirty seconds. Avocado is sooo good like this, trust me. And of course, strawberries rounded everything out.
And what’s that you spy in the glass (sitting on top of the cute paint swatch coaster I made)? That’s an apple cider vinegar elixir. Apple cider vinegar, if you don’t know, is hailed in the natural health community for numerous health benefits, ranging from digestion aid and eased menstrual cramping to fighting acne and heartburn. If you’ve ever tried drinking it on its own, though, you understand why many forego its benefits—I mean, the stuff is straight vinegar. I read on a favorite blog recently about how she combines apple cider vinegar with water, apple juice, and a touch of sweetener to get the benefits of the vinegar without the harsh taste. So, tada! I used honey instead of stevia and it’s mighty tasty. It’s still got that bright acidity to it, but I like that personally. It is definitely a good way to try apple cider vinegar if you haven’t before!
PS: if it seems like I’m posting an obscene amount of foodie pictures or personal posts today, it’s because I’m blogging all the goals I have on my Today, I Will… list. Ignore if you want but I’m doing this for me to keep track :)
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In honor of the coming Cinco de Mayo, here’s a low fat, chorizo-esque recipe that will knock your socks off! Chorizo is a smoky pork sausage that gets its distinctive flavors from paprika…and from its high fat content. While super tasty—and everything in moderation, eh?—this low fat, homemade mix is a great substitute!
1 1/2 pounds ground turkey meat (at least 7% fat content)
2-4 tablespoons ground paprika
1-2 tablespoons ground pure red chile powder
1-2 tablespoons crushed chile pequin
1 tablespoon crushed garlic
1 tablespoon dried Mexican oregano
1 tablespoon salt
2 teaspoons black pepper
Combine all ingredients well and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
Cook the chorizo thoroughly in a nonstick sauté pan crumbling the meat as it cooks. Store remainder in refrigerator for 2 days or freeze.
Turkey chorizo is great with egg dishes, on pizzas, and as a taco filling!
