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Vitalicious VitaTop Giveaway

Monday, May 3rd, 2010


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Hands down, the tops of muffins are the best! I like to think that when I eat just the tops of a muffin that they are calorie free.

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When in reality they are nearly 300 calories and 12 grams fat… for the tops ALONE… now that’s NO BUENO!

Thank God for Vitalicious VitaTops in saving us from gaining our own muffin tops :)

Vitalicious Vitalicious VitaTop Giveaway

Vitalicious VitaTops are heaven on earth! I have to admit that I might be addicted to these delightfully delicious muffin tops. There are so many flavors to choose from too, like Fudge Peanut Butter Chip, Chocolate Mint, Banana Nut, Appleberry and more.


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VitaTops are only 100 calories and loaded with nutrients high in fiber and protein.

Here is the VitaBreakdown of what you get in each individually-wrapped serving:

• 100 calories

• No artificial ingredients

• No preservatives

• Whole grains

• 5g – 6g of fiber

• 0g – 1.5g of fat

• 3g – 4g protein

• 15 vitamins and minerals

Okay, okay, okay, time to get down to what you really want… FREE VITATOPS ! ! !

She-Fit is giving away an assortment of different flavored VitaTops, including Chocolate Mint, Banana Nut, Triple Chocolate Chunk, Deep Chocolate, Fudgy Peanut Butter Chip, Golden Corn, CranBran, AppleBerry, RaisinBran VitaTops, and Blueberry Bran. And not to mention a box off Vitalicious Brownies.

Phew, that was a lot to say!!!

VitaTop Giveaway

Here’s the deal on your chance to win:

Leave a comment on this post stating with VitaTop flavor you would like to try the most and link me to your blog roll (U.S. Residence Only)

For additional entries to the giveaway:

* Tweet this giveaway using the hash tag #shefitvitalicious and add the link to this post or simply press the re-tweet icon at the top of the post

* Link back this giveaway in a blog post

* Subscribe to my blog

The giveaway ends Friday, May 14th.

Goodluck!

I’m off to fix me a Chocolate Mint VitaTop with Cool Whip… Peace Out!

Cheesecake Factory Portion Sizes

Saturday, January 16th, 2010

My parents surprised me with a ticket to fly home this weekend for my birthday! I still can’t believe that I’m going to be 25 tomorrow. That’s a whole quart of a century. . . Man I’m old!

It’s been a great weekend having my parents to myself. Brother and husband and busy at a conference so I’ve been loving all the one on one time with my mom, dad, and of course my dog Wicket! Tons of window shopping, Coffee bean and Tea Leaf, and you can’t forget Golden Spoon Frozen Yogurt… Just like the good ole days prior to getting married and moving off to Arizona.

IMG 1659 300x225 Cheesecake Factory Portion SizesYesterday my mom and I had a lunch date at The Cheesecake Factory. For one who is very indecisive, this was the wrong place to pick. My goodness, the menu is like a book! You can find anything and everything ranging from Chinese to Mexican and American food. . . OH, and not to mention the 25 different types of cheesecake!

It’s great to have a variety, but the poor waitress has to come around several times before I could finally say “I am ready to order.” I decided on an egg white veggie omelet and my mom choose my all time favorite, the Navajo Sandwich.

Cheesecake Factory

Navajo Sandwich

Ok, I thought the menus were big… the portion sizes at The Cheesecake Factory are over the top! You definitely get your money’s worth with these portion sizes.  It’s places like these where a to-go box is a must a great meal for the next day! Needless to say, it was a great lunch and time well spend with my lovely mother!

I though in light of the over-sized portions I would share with how America as a whole has increased portions. Here is a comparison of portion differences since the 1960′s and now:

portionDistortionChart Cheesecake Factory Portion SizesThe crazy thing is that we aren’t just seeing it in restaurants, we are seeing it at home. Everything in your kitchen- from the size of your plates to the way food is packaged has you hearing “eat more, eat more!”

Portion control is very important, but one thing that I am learning is to pay attention to my body and listening to it when I am either full or hungry. It’s quiet the skill to master but once you do, those enormous proportions won’t even be an issue!

Diet Rules Meant to Be Broken

Thursday, October 15th, 2009

DietRules 1 225x300 Diet Rules Meant to Be BrokenDiet rules and tips are everywhere you turn. Checking out at the grocery store, television commercials, and billiards all think they have the best diet rule to lose the most inches in the shortest amount of time. There is the no-carb diet, the fat-free diet, the liquid diet and more, yet americans are continuing to expand their waste lines. It’s very important for us to take each diet tip or diet rule as a grain of salt and really explore these tips before jumping head first into them.

These next few posts are going to be aimed at diet rules that should be broken.

Diet Rule #1: Don’t ever eat after 7pm

0511 0809 1914 3838 Man Eating a Huge Sandwich as a Late Night Snack clipart image.jpg1 300x275 Diet Rules Meant to Be Broken7pm is the magical number. Stop eating after 7pm and you will melt away the fat in no time

. . . FALSE!

Late night eating is a problem that most people face. In fact, a lot of people will double their daily caloric intake during the evening. So, eating late at night is something to be cautious. But 7pm is not a magical number. Research says that one should avoid eating 2-3 hours before bed time. 7pm is the magical number because the typical bedtime is around 10pm. But why? Well research has not proven that avoiding late night snacks will prevent weight gain. This 2-3 hour rule is strictly for personal comfort. Going to bed on a full stomach can cause indigestion, gas, and an upset stomach.

So, can you eat after 7pm? Sure. . . if you have self control.

list2 300x200 Diet Rules Meant to Be BrokenMost temptations succeed in the evenings when one is exhausted or no one is looking. To prevent a binge fest, create a short list of health snacks to have late at night. Some healthy late night snacks might include air popped popcorn, carrots and celery, a piece of fruit, 60-calorie pudding cup with cool whip, yogurt, or a 1/2 cup of ice cream. Being prepared ahead of time will prevent overeating late at night.


Question: What is your favorite late night snack?

Currently mine is Special K crackers… I’m addicted

7 Post Workout Snacks

Monday, September 7th, 2009



snack 7 Post Workout SnacksA long, hard, strenuous, workout deserves a snack, but did you know that the food you choose is just as important as the actual workout itself?

For many people, exercise has become an excuse to eat whatever you want. Not just right after the workout, but throughout the entire day. This can be especially harmful since the metabolism is jump started after a workout, increasing one’s appetite throughout the day. With this mentality and an increased appetite, it can lead to over eating and reaching for the wrong type of food.

090512 exerciseEating vlg 10a.widec 203x300 7 Post Workout SnacksOn the other hand, one might think that not eating at all after a workout will aid in weight loss, when in actuality, a small 200 calorie snack can prevent you from pigging out down the road with a 800 calorie snack. Having a post workout snack also helps in keeping your metabolism rev’ed up. One should grab a snack 30 minutes to 2 hours after a workout.

So, what should you eat when you get home from the gym?

To contrary believe, carbohydrates are essential to a post-workout snack and should make up about 60% of it. During a workout, the glycogen storage is depleted and should be replenished and refueled to make it through the day without overeating. A post-workout snack for moderate exercise should include 30-50 grams of carbohydrates.

Second, the snack should include some sort of protein which aids in rebuilding muscle.

Here are 7 great post workout snack that will leave you full and keep you going throughout the day:

* Egg Sandwich: 100 calorie English muffin with egg whites

 7 Post Workout Snacks* Fruit and Yogurt mixed with a small amount of granola

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bananacake 150x150 7 Post Workout Snacks* Low fat fruit smoothie and protein powder

FreshFruitSmoothie 150x150 7 Post Workout Snacks* High fiber crackers and low fat cheese

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* Cottage cheese and fruit

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Question: What is your favorite Post-Workout Snack?

I love making fruit smoothies after my workout!

Avoiding the Freshmen 15

Monday, August 31st, 2009



091 Students Oak Grove 73107D 0 Avoiding the Freshmen 15We have all heard about the dread Freshmen 15 and I’m sure those of you that are just starting out college would think that you would never gain 15 pounds in one year. But pride comes before a fall my friend!

Gaining 15 lbs during your first year of college is so easy with the all you can eat cafeteria, vending machines around every corner, late night donut runs with all your friends, and pizza 35 3022.00 33 300x225 Avoiding the Freshmen 15nights… the list could go one. Between the newness of being off on your own and the stress of a new environment and classes, it’s so easy to gorge yourself with food, especially when all your friends are doing it too.

Whiles gaining the freshmen 15 at college or on a university campus can be easy, it is not inevitable. Here are some great tips to prevent weight gain during your college life:

 Avoiding the Freshmen 15Hit up the gym. Most universities / colleges have free gyms available to students around the clock. Check out your class schedule and plan at least 30 minutes of daily workout into your schedule. This will also give you a little bit of leeway in your diet as well.

 Avoiding the Freshmen 15All-You-Can-Eat College Cafeteria. Get rid of the “All-You-Can-Eat” mentality and go for only one plate full. For me this was hard because I know that I was not getting my money’s worth, but I also wasn’t paying for my waistline to expand as well. Your plate should consist of 50% greens, a choice of meat, and the other 25% whole grains. Watch your portion sizes as well. Don’t be fooled either, most foods are full of lard and fat. I was shocked when I asked what our cafeteria put in the eggs and the cook said mainly cream, butter, and lard. Dont be afraid to ask what is in the food! Stay clear of un-identifiable meats too! GROSS!

1392730 300x225 Avoiding the Freshmen 15Avoid Late Night Eating. When everyone is hanging out till 3 in the morning, the best thing to do is go for late night pizza or donut run. Don’t deny yourself food if you are craving it, but also don’t over indulge. Healthy eating is about moderation so go have fun with your friends but only have a few bites. Or better yet, fill up on water.

 Avoiding the Freshmen 15Vending Machine Snacks. Sometimes vending machines is the only option while on campus. Go for something wholesome and nutritious. Skip out on the candy and go for pretzels, reduced-fat popcorn, or granola bars. When it comes to drinks, avoid those full of sugar such as gatorade, soda, and go for water, milk, or unsweetened iced tea.

yozone snacks 300x152 Avoiding the Freshmen 15Keep Your Dorm Free of Junk Food and Unhealthy Snacks. Loading up on healthy snacks will cut out unwanted temptations that call out your name when you studying and is great to have on hand when everyone is heading for ice cream late at night. The freshman 15 increases with every unhealthy snack you eat. Load up on fruits, veggies, oatmeal, low sodium soups, yogurt, string cheese, and fat-free popcorn.

Don’t Skip Meals. Ironically those that skip meals are more likely to gain weight. This increases your changes of overeating later when you are starving and want to grab anything in sight. Make sure to wake up early enough to grab something on the go for breakfast and plan ahead for healthy meals if you have a class during lunch or dinner.

 Avoiding the Freshmen 15Avoid Stressing Eating. With all the stress of a new environment and college class, food can become your best friend… especially those powdered donuts. Make sure that you become aware of when you are stressed and then decipher if you are really hungry or not. If you are stressed and want to turn to food, chew on some gum to relieve the stress.


College life is some of the best years of your life, so make sure that you are not taking away from that by stressing yourself out over your weight and appearance. Just stick to these tips and you will be be sure to avoid the Freshmen 15!

Eating Out: Key Words to Avoid on a Menu

Saturday, August 22nd, 2009



DSCN1026 300x225 Eating Out: Key Words to Avoid on a Menu Eating out is a lot of fun, and at times can be unavoidable. While this can be fun, it can also be tough while on a diet. I always say that one should look up the nutritional content on the restaurant they are going to or deciding on what they will be eating ahead of time. But sometimes this is just not possible. Either plans change or the internet is down and you can’t see the nutrition facts.

Have no fear my weight loss buddies. There are other ways to beat all those unnecessary fats and calories loaded on those plates.

Did you know that are thousands of calories behind one word?

1663R 16454 Eating Out: Key Words to Avoid on a Menu Yep, the name or description of a plate can say a lot about the nutrition facts and health level. By discovering and learning menu key words or phrases, you can save yourself from sabotaging your diet as well as the stress of finding something healthy and yet still enjoyable.

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Here are key words that should be red flagged and avoid.

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* Breaded

* Buttered

* Cheesy

* Country-Style

* Creamy

* Crispy

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* Crusted

* Fried

* Glazed

* Gooey

* Honey-dipped

* Melted

* Smothered

Oh man, I’m drooling now just thinking about all the foods that contain these words. But ingraining these small words in your head can save you from that next morning hangout of “why did I eat that.”

Instead, look for these keywords on your menu that add flavor and texture without extra calories.

* RoastedDSCN1027 150x150 Eating Out: Key Words to Avoid on a Menu

* Baked

* Broiled

* Broth

* Fresh

* Multi-Grain

* Poached

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* Seared

* Grilled

* Scented

* Sauteed

* Spiced

* Seasoned

* Steamed

Figuring out the language of hidden calories is the first step to surviving a meal at sit-down chain restaurants. Stick with this list of healthy words and you will be set in finding a healthy restaurant meal.

Question: What is your favorite restaurant and what healthy plate do you like?

I would have to say mine is Chillies and I love eating their Chicken Fajita Pita… YUM!

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