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Thursday, March 17, 2011

How many calories in Sushi??

We are all dying to know....

Based on eating a FULL ROLL

, here is the calorie & fat info:

Avocado Roll

Calories: 140
Fat: 5.7 g

California Roll

Calories: 255
Fat: 7.0g

Kappa Maki (cucumber roll)

Calories: 136
Fat: 0.0 g

Spicy Tuna Roll

Calories: 290
Fat: 11.0 g

Shrimp Tempura Roll

Calories: 508
Fat: 21.0 g

Salmon & Avocado Roll

Calories: 304
Fat: 8.7 g

Tuna (Maguro) Roll

Calories: 184
Fat: 2.0 g

Eel (Unagi) and Avocado Roll

Calories: 372
Fat: 17.0 g

Endame (1/2 cup)

Calories: 100
Fat: 3g

Miso Soup (no tofu)

Calories: 40
Fat: 1.3g

Seaweed Salad (2oz)

Calories: 70
Fat: 4.0 g

Wasabi

Calories: almost none, and no fat

Rice (1 cup)

Calories: 240
Fat: 0.4

Source: http://www.sushifaq.com/sushi-calories.htm

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Thursday, November 19, 2009

How to Survive Thanksgiving on a Diet

Thanksgiving is by fa

r one of my most favorite holidays, however all the good food is just a recipe to wreak havoc on my diet. There is definitely potential to gain 3 or more pounds in a matter of hours. Usually the next day you feel crappy, your clothes are tight, and going to the gym is the last thing you want to do. Before you know it December holidays are here and that 3 has turned into 5, into 7.

Don't let Thanksgiving pave the way to blimpdom. It's not hard if you stick to these simple rules.

1. Wear a fitted outfit. I know how dreadful this sounds, but it works. The moment you start to realize it's necessary to unbutton your pants, you will put yourself in check. A clingy dress works just the same. Last thing you want is your geriatric Great Aunt Estelle patting your belly full of food and asking you if you are preggers.

2. Don't show up starving. If you show up starving you are going to eat everything in sight, starting with the best looking, most fattening items that are impossible to resist. Eat a protein snack like a low-fat string cheese or yogurt before leaving the house. The protein will help hold off hunger. Lately I have been a big fan of slim fast milk shake mix. It is pretty good if you toss it in the blender with ice, it's like a yummy frappe. It's also full of protein.

3. Scan the table before filling up. You may love mashed potatoes and stuffing more than life itself, but choosing raw or grilled vegetables instead is the secret to staying thin—they keep your mouth busy and fill up quickly, so you don't have room for that second piece of cornbread.

4. Bring one of your own healthy dishes. If you are eating at someone else's house, whip up your own healthy side dish and bring it. Maybe your favorite steamed veggie mix with some seasonings. Something you like that will prevent you from binging on other fatty options.

5. Steer clear of the cocktails. OK OK I know your family is hard to deal with, so one drink is fine. Make sure your drink isn't full of empty calories. Keep in mind drinking alcohol can enhance your appetite and make you eat things you normally wouldn't, on top of the empty calories.

6. Get a diet buddy. My sister, Natanya, is my diet police. She is the jedi-master of food policing. The moment I reach for that double chocolate cake, I get the evil "don't be a fatty" eye from her. Ask someone that likes harassing you, usually a sibling is the best. They relish in the free range abuse.

7. Take a walk between dinner and dessert. It will help burn off some calories and just knowing that you will have to be mobile after dinner will prevent you from overeating. It will also give you a good perspective of the exercise that will be in your future if you splurge too much on dessert.

8. Say NO to taking home leftovers. I don't care if your mom is the best cook in the world and she is guilt tripping you about the blueberry cobbler that she made just for you. Picture that doggy bag slapped on your butt and SAY NO. Do not bring food home unless it is healthy food.

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Monday, October 19, 2009

What is Trans Fat?

I have always wondered what the hype was all about...

What are trans fats? Trans fats (or trans fatty acids) are created in an industrial process that adds hydrogen to liquid vegetable oils to make them more solid. Another name for trans fats is “partially hydrogenated oils."

Why do some companies use trans fats? Companies like using trans fats in their foods because they’re easy to use, inexpensive to produce and last a long time. Trans fats give foods a desirable taste and texture. Many restaurants and fast-food outlets use trans fats to deep-fry foods because oils with trans fats can be used many times in commercial fryers.

How do trans fats affect my health? Trans fats raise your bad (LDL) cholesterol levels and lower your good (HDL) cholesterol levels. Eating trans fats increases your risk of developing heart disease and stroke. It’s also associated with a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

Why did trans fats become so popular if they have such bad health effects? Before 1990, very little was known about how trans fat can harm your health. In the 1990s, research began identifying the adverse health effects of trans fats.

What foods contain trans fats? Trans fats can be found in many foods – but especially in fried foods like French fries and doughnuts, and baked goods including pastries, pie crusts, biscuits, pizza dough, cookies, crackers, and stick margarines and shortenings. You can determine the amount of trans fats in a particular packaged food by looking at the Nutrition Facts label. You can also spot trans fats by reading ingredient lists and looking for the ingredients referred to as “partially hydrogenated oils.”

Are there any naturally occurring trans fats? Small amounts of trans fats occur naturally in some meat and dairy products, including beef, lamb and butterfat. It isn’t clear; though, whether these naturally occurring trans fats have the same bad effects on cholesterol levels as trans fats that have been industrially manufactured.

How much trans fat can I eat a day? The American Heart Association recommends limiting the amount of trans fats you eat to less than 1 percent of your total daily calories. That means if you need 2,000 calories a day, no more than 20 of those calories should come from trans fats. That’s less than 2 grams of trans fats a day. Given the amount of naturally occurring trans fats you probably eat every day, this leaves virtually no room at all for industrially manufactured trans fats.

Source of information: http://www.americanheart.org

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Thursday, October 15, 2009

Healthy Tips for Eating Out

It's tough to stay on your diet when you don't know what a restaurant is putting in your food. Here are some tips for staying healthy when you are eating out.

Make careful menu selections – pay attention to the descriptions on the menu. Dishes labeled deep-fried, pan-fried, basted, batter-dipped, breaded, creamy, crispy, scalloped, Alfredo, au gratin or in cream sauce are usually high in calories, unhealthy fats or sodium. Order items with more vegetables and choose leaner meats.

Avoid buffets – even seemingly healthy ones like salad bars. You'll likely overeat to get your money's worth. If you do choose buffet dining, opt for fresh fruits, salads with olive oil & vinegar or low-fat dressings, broiled entrees and steamed vegetables. Resist the temptation to go for seconds, or wait at least 20 minutes after eating to make sure you're really still hungry before going back for more.

“Undress” your food. When choosing items, be aware of calorie- and fat-packed salad dressings, spreads, cheese, sour cream, etc. For example, ask for a grilled chicken sandwich without the mayonnaise. You can ask for a packet of ketchup or mustard and add it yourself, controlling how much you put on your sandwich.

Drink water with your meal. Soda is a huge source of hidden calories. One can of soda is about 100 - 120 calories. Try adding a little lemon to your water or ordering unsweetened iced tea.

Watch your salt. Restaurant food tends to be very high in sodium, a major contributor to high blood pressure. Don’t add insult to injury by adding more salt.

Watch portion size. Choose a smaller portion size, order a side salad instead of fries. At a typical restaurant, a single serving provides enough for two meals. Take half home or divide the portion with a dining partner. Sharing might make dessert (or something else indulgent) more of an option.

Don't be afraid to special order. Many menu items would be healthy if it weren't for the way they were prepared. Ask for your vegetables and main dishes to be served without the sauces. Ask for olive oil and vinegar for your salads or order the dressing "on the side" and spoon only a small amount on at a time. If your food is fried or cooked in oil or butter, ask to have it broiled or steamed.

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Sunday, October 11, 2009

3 Awesome Zero Calorie Condiments

All these condiments are close to zero calories per serving. Yes, if you have more than 10 servings, it might add up.. to maybe 10 calories? Nothing compared to the high calorie options.

Bacon Salt
0 calories

Great to add to eggs, vegetables, soups, meats, or anything else you want to have a hint of bacon taste. (They make a kosher version too!)

Spray Butter
0 calories

This is great to use instead of butter. You can also use it as a substitute for butter in some baking recipes

Frank's RedHot Hot Buffalo Sauce
0 calories

If you like spicy food, this is great. Sometimes I use this instead of salad dressing or to dip grilled chicken.

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Thursday, October 1, 2009

How many calories in your Martini?

Apple Martinis and Cosmos

According to CalorieKing.com, a basic martini-sized glass--usually 3 to 4 oz.--of an apple martini is 235 calories. A cosmopolitan is 213 calories.

Vodka and Gin Served Straight Up
According to TheDailyPlate.com, a vodka martini straight up has 200 calories. A vodka martini with 1 oz. of olives is roughly 250 calories. A gin martini has 125 calories; if you add 1 oz. of olives it brings the gin martini to 175 calories.

Chocolate and French Cocktails
A chocolate martini can contain as many as 430 calories for a 3- to 4-oz. glass. If the drink is made without cream, this will decrease the caloric content. French martinis are made with vodka, chambord and pineapple juice, and have about 150 calories.

If Bourbon Suits You

A bourbon Manhattan, which is made with bourbon and a dash of sweet vermouth, has about 130 calories. If garnished with maraschino cherries, you can expect to add about 10 to 20 calories.

What about a Mojito? *my favorite non-martini
A mojito contains roughly 150 calories. If the bartender makes the cocktail with strawberries or blueberries, you can expect to add 30 to 50 calories, making it a 180- to 200-calorie drink.

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Tuesday, September 22, 2009

Truth About Starches

Many foods high in starch, are low in fat and calories such as:

bread
rice
pasta
cereals
beans
fruits
some vegetables (like potatoes and yams)

They become high in fat and calories when eaten in large portion sizes or when covered with high-fat toppings like butter, sour cream, or mayonnaise. Foods high in starch (also called complex carbohydrates) are an important source of energy for your body.

Tip: The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recomm

ends eating 6 to 11 servings a day, depending on your calorie needs, from the bread, cereal, rice, and pasta group—even when trying to lose weight. Pay attention to your serving sizes—one serving is equal to 1 slice of bread, 1 ounce of ready-to-eat cereal, or ½ cup of pasta, rice, or cooked cereal. Avoid high-fat toppings, and choose whole grains. Some great whole grains are:

whole wheat bread
brown rice
oatmeal
bran cereal
or choose starchy foods that are high in dietary fiber too, like beans, peas, and vegetables.

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Thursday, September 10, 2009

Most Deadly Desserts

Friends don't let friends eat dessert alone. Especially these ones.

P.F. Chang's Great Wall of Chocolate with Raspberry Sauce
Calories: 2,240
Total Fat: 89 g

Jamba Juice Peanut Butter Moo'd Power Smoothie
Calories: 1,170
Fat: 30 g

Applebee's Sizzling Apple Pie
Calories: 1,086
Total Fat: 56 g

Dairy Queen Georgia Mud Fudge Blizzard
Calories: 1,490
Total Fat: 83 g

Chili's Chocolate Chip Paradise Pie

Calories: 1,600
Total Fat: 78 g

On the Border Chocolate Turtle Empanadas
Calories: 1,280
Fat: 81 g

Friendly's Caramel Fudge Brownie Sundae
Calories: 1,530
Total fat: 70 g

Baskin-Robbins Heath Bar Shake
Calories: 2,310
Total Fat: 108 g

Macaroni Grill's Dessert Ravioli
Calories: 1,630
Total Fat: 74 g

TIPS:

Just because there is fruit in it-- ie, apple pie, apple crisp, etc-- that doesn't mean it's better for you.
Never get a milk shake. Just don't do it, they are the worst.
Just because these are bad for you, doesn't mean you can't ever get a good dessert. Share with someone and it makes a world of difference.

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Sunday, August 30, 2009

Boost Fiber to Slim Down

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By EatingWell on Aug 26, 2009 12:00 PM in Healthy Eating

Brierley Wright, M.S., R.D.

The average American adult gains one to two pounds each year, according to various reports. But new research in The Journal of Nutrition suggests a way to prevent this weight gain or even encourage weight loss—without dieting. The secret: eat more fiber.

Researchers at Brigham Young University in Utah followed the eating habits of 252 middle-aged women for nearly two years and found that those who increased their fiber intake generally lost weight. Women who decreased the fiber in their diets gained.

The scientists boiled the findings into a single weight-loss formula: boosting fiber by 8 grams for every 1,000 calories consumed resulted in losing about 4½ pounds over the course of the study. And this held true whether a woman was eating 3 or 25 grams of fiber a day at the start of the study. While it helps you feel full, "fiber has no calories," says Larry Tucker, Ph.D., lead researcher and professor in the Department of Exercise Sciences at Brigham Young. So if you fill up on high-fiber foods you crowd out less-healthy foods, explains Tucker.

Try it for yourself. If you’re consuming 2,000 calories per day, aim to increase your fiber by 16 grams. Here are four foods that will help you get your fill.