Why do I find it so hard to eat healthy? It is really that hard? I have very strong will power in a lot of areas. I think... I force myself to do things when I don't feel well; I force myself to be productive when I want to be lazy; I force myself to... or was that the old me?
No matter. Eating the 'right' way has always been difficult for me, regardless of how am in other areas of my life right now!
What is your biggest little hangup in life? Calling your mom? Going to your in-laws for the holidays? Watching your spouse indulge in that last piece of you name it because you wanted it instead but s/he didn't know it? Or worse, did know it?
The problem is that I become accustomed to handling even the biggest of my little hangups. And 'handling' is not always the best way to address something, in my opinion. I mean, I would actually rather not just get used to seeing the 'love handles' and protruding belly on myself, regardless of people's eye rolls and other kind tactics used to make me feel better. And calling my mom? Why can't it be an enjoyable phone call? I try to call people when I am already in a good - or at least content - mood in order to have a good conversation. That's not so hard. Learn how to end a conversation before it gets sour, that's all. (I know, sometimes that can be hard. Learn.) Going to the in-laws? Be glad you don't live with them and will be returning to your own home soon! ha
Truthfully, I have all this nice organic produce in my fridge, threatening to go bad if I don't eat it. Why haven't I or my husband cooked it? I for one don't know what to put with it that he will eat (i.e.; what kind of boring old meat will he want that I will have to mess with today) and he, despite being a good cook, really has to be in the mood to do it. So I have asparagus, onion, cabbage - all things he likes. And non-organic (because I couldn't find any) cucumber and carrots (which I hear are excellent for the kidneys!) - things I like. (I also like onion.) What to do, what to do.
And I froze some lettuce, per poor college girl's on a budget idea but it looks terrible. I don't think I will try it. I think I will just throw it out. Maybe it's only good for a day or two when frozen.
I DID, however, freeze 1/2 of the fresh strawberries my toddler and I picked from a nearby farm the other day, though! That was a new adventure for him so that was fun! We have eaten some and are working on the the rest of that first half. Picked so many because he just didn't want to stop!
I have requested a few guest posts... now I am expecting a few replies to this one in response! I don't want all my lovely veggies to go bad!
As my cuz'n says - smugs! (Smiles and Hugs)
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Saturday, June 8, 2013
Saturday, June 1, 2013
Monsanto, Cheerios, and GMOs
Information on GMO’s is easy to find using any search engine you
prefer. Just scan through the results for reputable-looking sites. There
is a video called The Lies of GMO on YouTube that you might find interesting. Although, I can’t say for sure if it’s reputable! I saw the link on a site arguing against GMOs so no doubt it is biased, as most things are.
Personally, I have not conducted enough research to form a definitive opinion on the matter. I have heard enough nay-saying on GMO’s and GE’s, however, that I am leaning against it. This matter was brought to my attention this morning when I saw an ad for Cheerios, wanting readers to sponsor books for children. Sounds great. I read some of the comments, and to my surprise, they were all about Cheerios containing GMO’s, and how terrible it is. What a shock for me! I grew up eating these, and I have been feeding them to my son. Apparently they are not what they used to be.
There is an article called Cheerios: The Lies That General Mills Feeds Us that, again, may or may not be from a reliable source. Feel free to read it and let me know what you think.
I realize I am posting a lot of links, and the reason is because I am not qualified to give you any kind of opinion, much less suggestion, on this. Rather, I am seeking out your ideas, suggestions, advice. But I want it backed up by facts. I have had enough heresay. I am interested in cold, hard facts. Links to reputable resources and scientific evidence, either way.
Speaking of reputable, I think this resource, may be one(!): Why Grains and Glutens aren’t bad for you. And how about this one, assuming there is such a thing as a ‘healthy’ cereal (please say there is because I am a cereal nut!).
The problem is always, of course, that with online information, anyone, anywhere, can put up anything so there is no verifying credentials. If someone knows web development, they can make a website look legitimate.
I look forward to your input! Healthy eating and Happy Memorial Day!
(from The Treasure Trove)
Personally, I have not conducted enough research to form a definitive opinion on the matter. I have heard enough nay-saying on GMO’s and GE’s, however, that I am leaning against it. This matter was brought to my attention this morning when I saw an ad for Cheerios, wanting readers to sponsor books for children. Sounds great. I read some of the comments, and to my surprise, they were all about Cheerios containing GMO’s, and how terrible it is. What a shock for me! I grew up eating these, and I have been feeding them to my son. Apparently they are not what they used to be.
English: A bowl of Cheerios (Photo credit: Wikipedia)
There is an article called Cheerios: The Lies That General Mills Feeds Us that, again, may or may not be from a reliable source. Feel free to read it and let me know what you think.
I realize I am posting a lot of links, and the reason is because I am not qualified to give you any kind of opinion, much less suggestion, on this. Rather, I am seeking out your ideas, suggestions, advice. But I want it backed up by facts. I have had enough heresay. I am interested in cold, hard facts. Links to reputable resources and scientific evidence, either way.
Speaking of reputable, I think this resource, may be one(!): Why Grains and Glutens aren’t bad for you. And how about this one, assuming there is such a thing as a ‘healthy’ cereal (please say there is because I am a cereal nut!).
The problem is always, of course, that with online information, anyone, anywhere, can put up anything so there is no verifying credentials. If someone knows web development, they can make a website look legitimate.
I look forward to your input! Healthy eating and Happy Memorial Day!
(from The Treasure Trove)
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