Jillian Michaels 30 Day Shred: Level 1.

Jillian Michaels 30 Day Shred Level 1 will burn fat with this interval training fitness system, combining strength, cardio, and abs workouts that blast calories to get you shredded and ripped.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Pc-NizMgg8

Noodles with tofu & green vegetables.

This delicious vegetarian stir-fry is packed with lightly cooked vegetables, low-fat tofu and healthy noodles – perfect for a healthy lunch or supper.

Ingredients 
Serves: 4 

• 250g Chinese medium egg noodles
• 125ml vegetable stock
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tsp cornflour
• 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 4 spring onions, chopped

• 4 garlic cloves, crushed
• 1 red chilli, seeded and finely chopped (optional)
• 1 large courgette, halved lengthways then sliced crossways
• 250g firm tofu, cubed
• 40g watercress, tough stems removed
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh coriander

Method
Prep:15min  ›  Cook:10min  ›  Ready in:25min 

1. Place the noodles in a large pan of lightly salted boiling water. Return to the boil and simmer for 4 minutes, stirring occasionally with a fork to separate the noodles. Drain, reserving 50ml of the liquid. Rinse the noodles under cold running water. Put aside.
2. Meanwhile, whisk together the stock, soy sauce, cornflour and sesame oil in a small bowl until smooth.
3. Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large non-stick frying pan over a medium heat. Reserve some of the dark green parts of the spring onions for garnish, then add the remaining spring onions, garlic, chilli if using, and courgettes to the frying pan. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until softened.
4. Add the tofu, stock mixture and reserved noodle soaking liquid to the cooking pan. Bring to the boil, stirring constantly for 1–2 minutes or until the sauce thickens.
5. Add the noodles and quickly toss together. Remove pan from the heat, toss in the watercress, coriander and reserved spring onions and serve immediately.

COOK SMART

*Soba (Japanese buckwheat noodles) would also be good in this dish. Cook for 6 minutes or according to the packet instructions until al dente, then combine in step 5. *If preferred, use peeled, cooked prawns or diced, skinned, cooked chicken or turkey instead of the tofu.

http://allrecipes.co.uk/recipe/5519/noodles-with-tofu---green-vegetables.aspx?o_is=LV

Sweet and Spicy Tofu.

Tofu, red pepper, red onion and chillies, all quickly stir-fried in a sweet and sour sauce. If you like milder dishes, decrease the amount of crushed chillies or omit them altogether.

Ingredients 
Serves: 4 

• 3 tablespoons groundnut oil
• 900g (1 lb) firm tofu, cubed
• 1 red onion, sliced
• 1 red pepper, sliced
• 1 green chilli, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, crushed

• 5 tablespoons hot water
• 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon dark brown soft sugar
• 1 teaspoon cornflour
• 1 teaspoon dried crushed chillies (optional)

• Method
  Prep:10min  ›  Cook:12min  ›  Ready in:22min 

  1. Heat oil in a wok or large frying pan over medium high heat. Toss the tofu into the oil, and cook until browned on all sides. Once browned, toss in onion, red pepper, chilli and garlic; cook until just tender, about 5 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the hot water, vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, cornflour and crushed chillies. Pour over tofu and vegetables, toss to coat, and simmer 3 to 5 minutes, or until sauce thickens slightly.

http://allrecipes.co.uk/recipe/1687/sweet-and-spicy-tofu.aspx?o_is=LV

Shrink Your Belly Without Exercise.

Jillian Michaels: 6 Week Six-Pack Abs Workout- Level 1.

Jillian Michaels: 6 Week Six-Pack Abs Workout- Level 1 is a fierce fat-blasting abdominal workout that employs a sure-fire combination of core-focused cardio circuits and ab-toning exercises that target multiple muscle groups simultaneously to boost the metabolism, slim the waistline, and chisel rock-hard abs. Forget boring sit-ups and prepare to sweat as America's toughest trainer, Jillian Michaels takes you through this intense, ab-shredding workout that begins with a dynamic total-body warm-up, followed by 2 complete core-strengthening cardio circuits that will target every area of the abs before finishing up with a soothing, full-body stretch to maximize results. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZJ8Zdj0OPMI

8 Minute Abs Workout at Home, Exercise Routine & Fitness Training Austin.

8 Minute Abs Workout at Home, Exercise Routine & Fitness Training.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SXGLgwOivhA

Easy Ginger Tea Recipe For Cold, Cough And Flu.

Try this ginger tea, for cold,cough and flu:

Ingredients:

Ginger – a one inch piece

Tulsi leaves – 10
Tea powder – 1/2 tsp
Sugar – as needed

Method

Crush ginger and tulsi leaves coarsely.
Boil a cup of water in a pan.
Add tea powder and when it starts boiling, add ginger, tulsi and swtich off the stove.
Strain into a cup, add sugar and mix well.

http://www.healthdigezt.com/easy-ginger-tea-recipe-for-cold-cough-and-flu/

10 Fast & Easy Weight Loss Tips You Can Try That Really Work!

We all want to lose that extra weight. The big question is, HOW? Here’s a compilation of expert advice for losing weight and burning fat faster than ever!

10 WEIGHT LOSS TIPS:

1. Put away the food scale

“Portion control isn’t about measuring; it’s about ordering two appetizers instead of an entrée and cutting back on bread if you have pasta.”

2. Stash fruit

“Keep fruit at work. It helps during the I-need-chocolate part of the afternoon.”

3. Shake chocolate

“When I’m trying to drop a few pounds, I carry around a shaker cup of chocolate protein powder. If I’m ravenous, I add the water, and it fills me up so I don’t eat something high-calorie instead.”

4. Set limits, then go nuts!

“In the cafeteria I use a 4-by-4-inch Styrofoam box, and I put whatever I want in there. It’s almost impossible to overeat.”

5. Floss for dessert

“Brushing my teeth after dinner makes me less likely to eat again before I go to bed.”

6. Take a ‘before’ photo

“Before I got in shape, a friend convinced me to take photos of myself wearing nothing but a sports bra and underwear. Anytime I fall off the wagon I look at those pics—that’s all the motivation I need!”

7. Avoid liquid calories

“Cut out drinks with calories—juice, lemonade, and, hardest of all, after-work wine.”

8. Break out the skinny jeans

“Wear something tight! It provides the extra bit of motivation to lay off the fries.”

9. Pitcher this

“Fill a pitcher with water and cucumbers. It’s pretty—and it feels like a treat.”

10. Set aside leftovers

“Serve yourself, then immediately pack the leftovers in a Tupperware container and store in the fridge.”

http://www.wellnessbin.com/10-fast-easy-weight-loss-tips-you-can-try-that-really-work/

Jennifer Lopez Diet.

Listen up! A little bit of what you fancy does you good...

It seems Jennifer Lopez has it all, including an A-List body. Envious curves, slim, yet strong - JLo is in great shape. What's the secret behind how the mum of two maintains her signature curves? “There are a number of weird diets out there but I don’t follow them,” she says, “I eat almost everything, only in moderation.” This is something we can get on board with.

According to J-Lo, “A little piece of something fattening is not going to kill you. It’s when you eat the whole box that it’s going to kill you.” It turns out you can enjoy all your favourite ‘treat’ foods without the guilt, if your sensible eating them.

Rather than caving to cravings, you should aim to eat these foods when they’re least likely to impact on your weight or health. ‘When you stop forbidding yourself, you’ll be less likely to binge and more likely to enjoy these foods in the appropriate quantities – and only occasionally,’ says fitness and weight-loss expert Marisa Peer.

What: Chocolate

When: Breakfast

We know that dark chocolate is brimming with free-radical blasting antioxidants – 20 times more than green tea – and that it’s a great source of magnesium, which can ease depression and migraines, as well as boost your metabolism, says Peer. Antioxidants called catechins in dark chocolate (with 70 per cent or more cocoa solids) inhibit the breakdown of fats and reduce inflammation. A recent study by Tel Aviv University showed that morning is the best time to consume sweet foods such as chocolate, because this is when your metabolism is firing at its best. Half of the people in the study ate a portion of chocolate cake with their breakfast during the 32-week study. Despite consuming the same total calories during the day, the cake eaters lost, on average, 40lbs more than those who didn’t eat the cake.

What: Milkshake

When: After Cardio

If long-distance running is your thing, have some chocolate milk to hand for a post-run recovery drink, says Peer. Endurance exercise depletes muscle glycogen so, while drinking water will replace fluid loss from exercise, having chocolate milk within 30 minutes of intense exercise will provide carbohydrates and a combination of whey and casein protein to replenish your muscles. Whey is fast acting, allowing amino acids to get right into the muscle tissue, while casein is digested more slowly, providing a steady stream of amino acids over time. A study published in The International Journal of Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism tested this theory. Nine cyclists biked until exhaustion, and then rested for four hours. During this break, each consumed low-fat chocolate milk, the energy drink Gatorade or another high-carbohydrate sports drink. When they cycled again to exhaustion, those who’d drunk the chocolate milk were able to cycle for as long and some for longer the second time round. A leisurely 20-minute jog, does not qualify you for a milkshake though; water is just fine.

What: Burger

When: After Weights

Beef has had a bad rep because it’s high in saturated fat and dietary cholesterol. On the contrary, a diet that includes lean red meat can lower levels of low-density lipoprotein (bad) cholesterol and increase absorption of omega 3 fatty acids, according to a study published in the European Journal of Nutrition. ‘Red meat aids fat burning, muscle building and concentration,’ says Peer, ‘so if these are your goals eat red meat at least three times a week.’  Red meat contains iron, which is an important nutrient for delivering oxygen to muscles, so grab a burger (albeit a healthy one, minus the sauce and onion rings!) after a weight training workout. Steak mince is also a great source of creatine, an amino acid that helps to speed up muscle recovery and fight fatigue. In addition a University of Illinois study has shown a pre workout meal of steak and eggs will help you burn more fat during your workout and help to increase lean muscle growth. Eat your meal 30 minutes to two hours before a workout, depending on the size of the meal

What: Coffee

When: Before Training

‘Coffee aids fat burning, so drink it before a workout to see better results,’ says Peer. A study by the Australian Institute of Sport found that caffeine triggers muscles to start using stored fat instead of carbohydrate as an energy source. Drunk before a workout, caffeine allowed athletes in the study to exercise three times as long. Another study, published in the journal Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, found that a pre-workout coffee can increase your power output in the gym by between five and eight per cent. Caffeine also increases stamina and improves physical performance, according to researchers from the University of Georgia, who say caffeine acts as an anesthetic, blocking muscle pain and soreness, helping you work out for longer.

What: White Bagel

When: Pre-workout

It’s a general consensus that consuming processed ‘white’ carbs is bad for you because it causes your insulin levels to spike, but eating a high-carb meal, will ensure your body uses it for fuel instead of storing it as fat, says Peer. ‘White bagels are good for endurance training, because the body uses the carbohydrate for energy. If you’re running, hiking or cycling long distances, eating simple carbohydrates before and at regular intervals while you train will give you the energy you need to keep going,’ says Peer. Combine this high-GI white bagel with an egg filling if you want its energy to be released over a longer period of time. The carbohydrate will enter your bloodstream quickly and drive the nutrients from the protein in the egg into your muscles, helping you to get more from your workout.

http://www.womensfitness.co.uk/celebrity-diets/786/jennifer-lopez-diet

Full Body Cardio Workout at Home for Beginners, 10 Minute Exercise Routine & Fitness Training.

10 Minute Full Body Fat Burn Cardio Workout at Home Fitness Exercise Routine & Fitness Training.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_0CAcnhL5Sw

Low Impact Cardio Workout for Beginners - Beginner Cardio & Toning Workout Routine.

Find out how many calories this burns. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bSZj19AUU5I

8 Natural Remedies to Help You Sleep Better.

If sleep has plunged to the bottom of your to-do list, you’re not alone. Although the National Sleep Foundation recommends getting seven to nine hours of sleep a night, the average person logs only six hours and 40 minutes. What gives? Blame crazy schedules and, of course, sleeping woes.

Before you rush to the drug store to buy an over-the-counter (OTC) sleep medication, try one of the following natural sleep remedies. “These are safer and have fewer side effects than OTC medications,” says Jacob Teitelbaum, MD, author of From Fatigued to Fantastic and medical director of the national Fibromyalgia and Fatigue Centers. Many of these can not only help you fall asleep and stay asleep, but they may also promote muscle relaxation.

1. Magnesium and calcium

Magnesium and calcium are both sleep boosters, and when taken together, they become even more effective. Plus, by taking magnesium, you cancel out any potential heart problems that might arise from taking calcium alone. Take 200 milligrams of magnesium—lower the dose if it causes diarrhea—and 600 milligrams of calcium each night.

2. Wild lettuce

If you’ve suffered anxiety, headaches, or muscle or joint pain, you might already be familiar with wild lettuce. It’s also effective at calming restlessness and reducing anxiety—and may even quell restless legs syndrome. When using a wild-lettuce supplement, take 30 to 120 milligrams before bed.

3. Hops

Beer fans will no doubt be familiar with the calming effect of hops, the female flowers used in beer making. For sleep purposes, though, this extract has been widely used as a mild sedative for anxiety and insomnia. Take 30 to 120 milligrams before climbing under the covers.

4. Aromatherapy

Lavender is the trick here, as studies have proven that it aids in sleep. It’s also a cheap, non toxic way to slip into a peaceful slumber. Find a spray with real lavender and spritz it on your pillow before bedtime. Or buy a lavender-filled pillow.

5. Melatonin

Melatonin is the hormone that controls sleep, so it’s no wonder that it naturally induces sleep. Although some experts recommend taking higher doses, studies show that lower doses are more effective. Plus, there’s concern that too-high doses could cause toxicity as well as raise the risk of depression or infertility. Take 0.3 to 0.5 milligrams before bed.

6. Yoga or meditation

Choose gentle yoga or stretching, not vigorous power or ashtanga yoga, which could energize you instead. Try easy yoga stretches in bed followed by simple meditation. Close your eyes and, for 5 to 10 minutes, pay attention to nothing but your breathin.

7. L-theanine

This amino acid comes from green tea and not only helps maintain a calm alertness during the day but also a deeper sleep at night. However, green tea doesn’t contain enough L-theanine to significantly boost your REM cycles. Besides, you might then wake up to go to the bathroom. Instead, buy a brand called Suntheanine, which is pure L-theanine. (Other brands have inactive forms of theanine that block the effectiveness.) Take 50 to 200 milligrams at bedtime.

8. Valerian

Valerian is one of the most common sleep remedies for insomnia. Numerous studies have found that valerian improves deep sleep, speed of falling asleep, and overall quality of sleep. However, it’s most effective when used over a longer period of time. One caveat? About 10% of the people who use it actually feel energized, which may keep them awake. If that happens to you, take valerian during the day. Otherwise, take 200 to 800 milligrams before bed.

http://www.healthdigezt.com/8-natural-remedies-to-help-you-sleep-better/

4 Natural Beauty Tips Practiced by Models.

Top models practice certain habits that make them who they are – beautiful, radiant and confident. Several models, after being in the industry for decades, have consistently followed a routine that maintained their physical beauty. Here are some of the natural beauty tips that models apply:

1.    They exercise regularly.

Sweating is not only helpful in keeping a good figure but it also helps in maintaining a radiant skin. When you sweat, your pores open and it helps in flushing toxins out. The next time you work out or go for a run, use a sauna suit for you to sweat more. If you don’t have a sauna suit and aren’t ready to buy one, you may improvise by using a trash bag. It would look a bit funny but after sweating so much, you’ll surely feel amazing and eventually forget how ridiculous it made you look.

2.    They keep themselves well-hydrated.

Some people may not know this but water can really do magic in your health. Hydration plays a big role in keeping a fast metabolism and in maintaining youthful skin. For those who are not a big fan of water, it’s about time that you remove sodas and other beverages and start drinking more water. During work out, drink water instead of energy drinks and other beverage alternatives. If you want it to be more refreshing, add lemon or cucumber or you can put both.

3.    They follow a high fiber diet.

A fiber-rich diet will help you retain a healthy digestive system. Aside from keeping your metabolism fast, it is also low in calories which will make it easier for you to feel full without worrying about your calorie intake. Consume as much fiber-rich foods as possible to control your weight. Include oatmeal, crackers, bran, beans, sweet peas, nuts, squash, potato, and apples. Green, leafy vegetables are also high fiber foods.

4.    They get enough sleep.

Models may have a busy schedule but they don’t allow themselves to be sleep-deprived because a body that is not well-rested can cause not only a weak immune system but also undesirable eye bags and unwanted zits. Make sure that you get at least 6 to 8 hours of sleep every night. It is best if you follow a sleep pattern wherein your body gets the rest it deserves.

These tips are very simple to follow but hard to keep up to especially if you are not used to it. However, if you are really determined to look your best, exerting the right amount of effort to form these habits will surely be worth it.

http://www.wellnessbin.com/4-natural-beauty-tips-practiced-models/

10 Minute Cardio Dance Abs Workout: Burn to the Beat- Keaira LaShae.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XTH5saFBDqA

12 Ways to Boost and Support Your Immune System Naturally.

A healthy diet devoid of refined sugar and processed foods is one of the best ways to support your immune system and physical exercise is also important. While these methods are helpful, they aren’t always enough. In a world where toxins run rampant and exposure is difficult to avoid, we really need to take extra precautions.

Here are 12 ways to support your immune system naturally.

1. Probiotics

The good bacteria in your gut are known as probiotics and are responsible for supporting digestion, combating harmful organisms, and keeping your immune system in check. Considering that 70% majority of your immune system resides in your gut, maintaining a balance of probiotic bacteria is essential for nurturing your immune defences. Probiotic-rich foods like kombucha, sauerkraut, and kefir, or a high-quality, probiotic supplement can help balance your ratio of good to bad bacteria. A probiotic supplement like Latero-Flora™ is another effective way to encourage good balance.

2. Intestinal Cleansing

Whether you’re on the road, at your computer, eating, or sleeping on a toxic mattress, it’s a safe bet that you’re exposed to toxins 24 hours a day. Most toxins take up residence in your intestines to wreak havoc on your health by degrading your immune system and weakening your defences. Regular intestinal cleansing with an oxygen based colon cleanser like Oxy-Powder® can support your immune system by providing a balanced, clean environment for probiotic bacteria to thrive. The positive benefits of intestinal cleansing with Oxy-Powder® are enhanced when it’s paired with a good probiotic supplement.

3. Organic Oregano Oil

Oregano oil, one of the most antioxidant-rich oils on the planet, is extremely beneficial for immune system support by defending against dangerous organisms. Organic oregano oil’s potency is due to a compound called carvacrol, which has been shown to promote a healthy balance of good to bad bacteria.

4. Enzymes

Enzymes are essential for digestion and metabolic function and research even suggests they’re beneficial for your immune system. Part of the reason for this is because, as you get older, your body produces less of its own enzymes. Supplementing that gap can help you absorb more nutrients from your food to better support your immune system, and overall health. As mentioned, your gut is where 70% of your immune system originates, so introducing enzymes to support gut health and digestion only makes sense. I recommend VeganZyme®, it’s the most advanced full-spectrum systemic and digestive enzyme formula in the world.

5. Colloidal Silver

Colloidal silver acts as a secondary defence for your immune system by helping defend against the microbes and harmful organisms that attack. By being an extra shield, colloidal silver not only helps take the burden off of your immune system, but promotes overall body health. I use and recommend Silver Fuzion®.

6. Purified Water with Raw, Organic Apple Cider Vinegar

Mixing raw apple cider vinegar (ACV) with purified water is a helpful tonic for supporting your immune system. Raw ACV is loaded with enzymes and beneficial bacteria that promote intestinal balance. ACV also helps to balance your body’s pH and transition it into a more alkaline state — which is absolutely crucial for a healthy immune system response. Mix 1 to 2 tbsp. of raw ACV with 8 ounces of purified water and consume daily, preferably using a straw so the acidic ACV avoids contact with your teeth.

7. Reduce Your Stress Levels

Emotional, mental, and physical stress takes a toll and can age you — and your immune system — beyond your years. Research has shown that immune system activity drastically decreases when you’re stressed. Finding productive ways to deal with it is important for keeping your body strong and resilient. While stress is part of life and can never be totally avoided, meditation, exercising, and eating a healthy diet can really help ease its effects.

8. Sleep

The importance of sleep simply cannot be overstated. Sleep resets your entire system and provides an avenue through which you can relieve stress and improve not only your immune system, but your overall health. [8] Without adequate sleep, your immune system will suffer and be far more susceptible to invading microbes and harmful organisms. In general, seven or eight hours of sleep a night satisfies most people.

9. Juicing

One of the most powerful ways you can revolutionize your health is by juicing raw vegetables and fruits. This is an awesome way to give the cells in your body the most concentrated, live, bio available nutrients and antioxidants available — nutrition required by your immune system. Make sure leafy green vegetables are a foundation in each recipe as they are a great source of vitamin C, a much-needed antioxidant and nutrient that supports immune health.

10. Vitamin D

Vitamin D, AKA the sunshine vitamin, is another nutrient that keeps your immune system strong. In fact, vitamin D deficiency has been directly linked to a compromised immune system. Exposure to sunlight is the best way to encourage your body to produce vitamin D, but it’s not always accessible. Vitamin D supplementation is an easy way to fill the gaps, and make sure to choose vitamin D3 over vitamin D2.

11. Turmeric

A yellowish spice popular in Indian dishes, turmeric has a number of proven health benefits for the human body. It’s high in antioxidants to protect immune cells from free radical damage. In addition, some studies have reported that the active ingredient in turmeric — curcumin — may be responsible for supporting the action of T cells, B cells, and natural killer cells. This immunomodulatory effect seems to provide support for the body against a wide range of viruses, fungi, and pathogenic bacteria. Add 1/2 to 1 tsp. of turmeric to your meals, or take a high-quality turmeric supplement to provide further nutritional support.

12. Iodine

Iodine is a fantastic one-two punch for supporting your immune system. First off, there’s no bacteria, virus, or other micro organism that can survive or adapt to an iodine-rich environment. It’s why people put it on cuts; it’s why it’s swabbed onto your skin before surgery — it’s incredible defence against harmful micro organisms. Second, your iodine is the best nutritional support for your thyroid. Your thyroid controls your metabolism and the efficiency of your metabolism is directly related to that of your immune system. If you’re not getting enough iodine in your food, and most people aren’t, I highly recommend supplementing with nascent iodine, the strongest, and most bio available form of iodine available.

Support Your Immune System Today

When you examine this list and begin to condense it down, it doesn’t take long to see that promoting the health of your immune system is similar to promoting your overall health. Give yourself good nutrition, appropriate supplementation, physical fitness, and a de-stressed mind — these tactics are absolutely powerful for transforming your health and catapulting you into a more energetic, vibrant state of life. 

http://www.healthdigezt.com/12-ways-to-boost-and-support-your-immune-system-naturally/

8 Simple Ways To Get Rid Of Belly Fat.

It is difficult to get rid of belly fat but we found ways to eliminate belly fat forever.

1. Start your day with lemon juice This is one of the best therapies to eliminate belly fat. Pinch some yellow juice into a glass of warm water and add some salt to it. Continue drinking this every morning to boost your metabolism and to get rid of that paunch.

2. Stay off from white rice Replace white rice with various wheat products. Include brown rice, brown bread, whole grains, oats and quinoa in your diet.

3. Avoid sugary substances Stay away from sweets, sweetened drinks and foods rich in oil. Consuming these foods can increase body fat around various areas of your body like abdomen and thighs.

4. Drink plenty of water If you want to get rid of your belly, then drink sufficient amount of water every day. Drinking water, after regular intervals will help to boost your metabolism and remove toxins from your body.

5. Eat raw garlic Chew two to three cloves of garlic every morning, and drink a glass of lemon water after that. This treatment will double up your weight loss process and make your blood circulation smooth in your body.

6. Avoid non-veg food to eliminate belly fat, it is recommended that one should avoid non-vegetarian food as far as possible.

7. Load up on fruits and vegetables. Eat a bowl of fruits daily in the morning and evening. This will fill you up with many antioxidants, minerals and vitamins.

8. Spice up your cooking. Use spices like cinnamon, ginger and black pepper in your cooking. These spices are loaded with health benefits. They help to improve your insulin resistance and reduce levels of sugar in your blood.

http://www.ideadigezt.com/8-simple-ways-to-get-rid-of-belly-fat/

Infused Waters That You Must Try.

Craving for something refreshing? Skip the carbonated drinks and vitamin water. Try these instead!
Infused waters. Here are their benefits to help with detoxification, energy and hydration. Put as much fruit in water as you like and let the water sit for at least 30 minutes before drinking.

1. Green Tea + Mint + Lime

Fat burning, digestion, headaches, congestion and breath freshener.

2. Strawberry + Kiwi

Cardiovascular health, immune system protection, blood sugar regulation, digestion.

3. Cucumber + Lime + Lemon

Water weight management, bloating, appetite control, hydration, digestion

4. Lemon + Lime + Orange

For digestion vitamin C, immune defence, heartburn. P.S. Drink this one at room temperature.

 http://www.ideadigezt.com/infused-waters-that-you-must-try/

Gingerbread Breakfast Cereal

If pumpkin is the poster child for fall, then gingerbread is winter’s darling. I kept this in mind as I blended up breakfast yesterday morning…

The following recipe reminds me of eating a thick slice of spicy-sweet gingerbread, hot out of the oven. But unlike a thick slice of gingerbread, the following cereal can be made in under five minutes. And there’s not even a need to turn on the oven!

Pure comfort in a bowl.

Gingerbread Breakfast Cereal

(can be gluten-free)

• 1 cup flake cereal (I used Whole Foods’ bran flakes. Feel free to sub your favorite cereal.)
• 1/3 c applesauce (or pumpkin or banana)
• 3/4 c milk of choice (I used almond milk)
• 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp ground ginger
• 1/8 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon (also add a pinch of cloves and nutmeg if desired)
• 1 T molasses (I used blackstrap, but regular is fine)
• additional sweetener to taste (such as stevia, sugar, or even maple syrup)

Blend all ingredients together. (I use a Magic Bullet.) The cereal will have a thin consistency at first, but if you leave it in the fridge (after blending) for even just 10 minutes, it starts to get really thick! I usually make it before I run, and it’s the consistency of thick pudding by the time I return.

(Side notes: The cereal in the photos is mixed with my coconut whipped cream. Also, the recipe was difficult to photograph, but it tastes much better than it might appear in my photo!)

http://chocolatecoveredkatie.com/2011/12/19/gingerbread-breakfast-cereal/

GOAT BRIE CHEESE, APPLE AND POMEGRANATE CROSTINIS

Life doesn’t get any simpler than this…

Simpler or tastier!

Seriously, this was one of my mostest bestest favoritest snacks ever. Unfortunately, it was not THEhealthiest, but it still beats a lot of other “so called” healthy snacks that are out there…

I do have 2 snacks every day, you see, only I don’t often share them with you guys for they are usually, well… pretty straight forward. One doesn’t need a recipe to peel an orange, cut it into chunks, throw it in a bowl, cover it with cottage cheese and sprinkle a
little bit hefty dose of cinnamon.

Or, slice an apple into wedges, arrange it on a plate, flank it with a spoonful of  beautiful home made nut butter and sprinkle with, again, cinnamon…

Mind you, this one here is also so simple that it doesn’t really require a recipe either.

All you need are a few simple ingredients:

• a nice loaf of crusty, rustic, robust whole grain bread;
• a fresh, crisp apple of your choice;
• a beautiful wheel of goat brie cheese. (Make sure it’s a light variety. Triple cream wouldn’t be the ultimate choice here!);
• one juicy pomegranate;
• and finally, a handful of chopped walnuts. A very small handful.

And there you have it. All you need to do is gather all of the ingredients and get them into a neat little pile.

Oh, and hit them with a tiny little bit of heat, too…

This dish comes together in no time and is no more complicated to make than an order of toasts, but it makes for such a luxurious snack! You will feel like a millionaire each time you sink your teeth into the sweet and tangy and soft yet crispy little crostinis.

In fact, this dish is so good that I would proudly serve it to my guests as an appetizer for a somewhat fancy dinner. I say somewhat fancy because nothing ever really gets fancy with this foodie… 

Although in that case, I might push the envelope a little and make the crostinis a tad bit fancier by drizzling a little bit of my Pomegranate Agrodolce on top of them…

Oh yum, the decadence! Who needs dinner after that? Never mind dinner, I’ll stick to the appetizer!

And you know what?

I think they would even make for a glorious breakfast, too!

Oh, how I wish I could have them every day!

GOAT BRIE CHEESE, APPLE AND POMEGRANATE CROSTINIS

Serves 1

INGREDIENTS

• 2 thin slices of crusty whole grain bread
• ½ apple (I used a Spartan)
• 30g Goat Brie Cheese (That's 2 thin slices)
• The seeds from ¼ pomegranate (check outthis brilliant site for clear instructions on how to seed a pomegranate)
• 10g chopped walnuts

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Set the oven on broil.
2. Cut the apple in half and remove the core with a melon baller. Lay it flesh side down on the cutting board and slice it as thinly as you can.
3. Place your thin slices of bread in a small baking sheet and arrange half the apple slices neatly over each of them.
4. Put that in the oven to broil for a couple of minutes, until the bread starts to toast and the apples take a slight golden coloration.
5. Lay thin slices of brie on top of the apples as soon as your crostinis are out of the oven so that the heat of the apples slightly melts the cheese.
6. Sprinkle with pomegranate seeds and chopped walnuts and serve immediately, while warm and gooey.

http://thehealthyfoodie.com/brie-apple-pomegranate-crostinis/