Prograde Cravers On Sale All Week!

If you love dark chocolate, I have a very big Valentine's Day present for you. Seriously.

You've got to try these things. The taste is out of this world good.

What am I talking about? Prograde Cravers, that's what. They have been dubbed the best tasting healthy snack on the planet for good reason - they taste THAT good.

Plus, they have no preservatives, only 180 calories and they come in three delicious flavors: peanut butter, almond butter and spirulina.

The even better news is they are on sale all this week for Valentine's Day.

Here's everything you need to know:

- Again, because it's Valentine's Day, the sale is 14% off all purchases of Prograde Cravers

- When you checkout you will enter this coupon code to save the 14%: vday0909

- Shipping will take 3-5 days, so while I HIGHLY recommend you jump all over this sale, don't purchase these as a gift expecting them to be there for Valentine's Day itself. Buy them as a healthy gift for yourself or others.

- Sorry, Prograde Cravers are not available overseas

- The offer cannot be combined with others from Prograde and it ends this Saturday, February 14th at 11:59pm EST.

- Prograde Cravers are NOT available in stores anywhere. You can only find them online here: Prograde Cravers (http://rialtowellness.getprograde.com/cravers)

Look, I'm not kidding about how great they taste. They are the EXACT opposite of the bars you are used to that taste like cardboard and chemicals. In fact, if you go to Prograde Cravers (http://rialtowellness.getprograde.com/cravers)and watch the video of a real life taste test, well, I know you will be blown away.

Yours in health!

PS - Remember, it's 14% off all Prograde Cravers purchases this week only. The sale ends this Saturday, February 14th at 11:59pm EST.

Recipe Day!

Okra Breakfast Delight

Ingredients:

1 Tbsp olive oil

½ cup fresh, tender okra; thinly sliced

2 Tbsp. chopped sweet onion

1 scallion, chopped

1 clove garlic, chopped

1 turkey sausage – cooked/chopped (7g protein)

½ cup chopped tomato

½ - 1 pickeled jalapeno halves, Faro brand

1 Tbsp. tomato sauce

½ cup water (do not add all at once)

½ cup Egg Beaters

Piece of fruit – orange, apple, pear, grapefruit, 1 cup mixed berries

Instructions:

Saute garlic, onion, scallion, turkey in olive oil over medium heat for approximately 2 minutes. Add chopped tomato, jalpenos and saute for 3 minutes or until veggies are tender. Add okra and saute for another minute. (Okra is better if a bit crisp). Add tomato sauce and about ¼ cup water. Stir to make a sauce. Add ½ content of eggbeater container and let set before mixing. Add more water if you like it saucy. Salt and Pepper to taste.

Beware of the Weekend Waistline

If you're serious about cutting calories, perhaps you should start your nutrition plan - preferably the Rialto Maximize Your Metabolism Plan - this weekend. A study found that Americans tuck away an average of 82 extra calories each Friday, Saturday and Sunday compared with other days of the week. Adults between the ages of 19 and 50 were especially prone to indulging on their days off, eating an average of 115 extra calories per weekend day.

Although most people in the study got fewer calories from protein and carbohydrates on the weekend, they made up the deficit with large increases in fat and alcohol consumption, says Pamela Haines, associate professor of nutrition at the University of North Carolina and an author of the study. Over the course of the year, weekend splurging could result in weight gain of almost five pounds.

That may not seem like a lot, and - of course - everyone needs a break (and needs to reward themselves) every once in a while. But keep in mind that it can add up quickly, so just always try to be mindful of what you're putting in your body.

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Also, if you're wondering what types of meals and snacks a fellow bootcamper is eating, below is a sample day for her. It's interesting to see what other people eat, especially if they are as passionate about the Rialto Maximize Your Metabolism Program. (She journals:-))

Today I've had very a hectic day with a strenuous yoga class first thing in the morning, work (I work from home), an afternoon appointment, more work, and next will be an aerobic workout. Tonight I'll be watching the Biggest Loser. :-) Here's what I've been eating today:

Breakfast: 1/2 Cocoa Crisp, Prograde Cravers bar and a Brownie Batter Smoothie

Snack after yoga: 1/2 Almond Butter Prograde Cravers bar

Lunch: turkey burger (made with almost fat free ground turkey, Tex-Mex spices, 1 teaspoon olive oil, and 1/4 cup hot salsa) topped with hot salsa, a little bit of shredded reduced fat cheddar cheese, a spoonful of yogurt, a couple crumbled corn chips and lots of jalapeno pepper slices (the very HOT kind in vinegar, from a jar); raspberries for dessert

Afternoon snack/pre aerobic workout snack: I just ate 1/2 of a Chocolate Peanut Butter Cravers bar (I loooove these!)

Dinner: (will be) stir fry of tofu, bean sprouts, celery, baby bok choi, onions, carrots, oil, garlic, ginger, scallions and Bragg's

Bedtime snack: undecided

Boot campers! Congrats on making it through Weeks 1 & 2! Be sure to eat well this weekend. Lots of good quality protein combined with low glycemic carbs. See you Tuesday!

Sticking to it in 2009

As 2009 begins, many of us will set out determined to follow our new nutrition and fitness goals. A recent survey conducted by Zone Diet found that more than 55 percent of Americans have made New Year’s diet resolutions in the past, but nearly 6 in 10 (58 percent) said their resolution lasted less than a month with most (76 percent) blaming their failures on a lack of willpower. Additionally, the survey found that more than 66 percent of Americans are open to dieting with a friend, family member or social group, but nearly the same amount (67 percent), think their dieting partner is dishonest about their eating habits.

Here are some New Year’s Resolution Tips for a happy, healthy 2009:

Make a Resolution to be Healthy
Instead of focusing solely on weight loss this New Year, proclaim to live better and healthier in 2009. Simplify the process by choosing a lifestyle program, rather than a diet plan. Find a wellness program that applies a healthy balance of carbs, fats and proteins with exercise and supplements. Many of you are on The Rialto Wellness Maximize Your Metabolism Program, which is a great example of this type of wellness program.

Get Started in a Proven Program
Everyone wants to lose weight quickly. But a smart plan focuses on safety first. Take time to research nutrition programs that are clinically-tested by reputable organizations and medical experts.

Use a 15-Second Solution
Omega-3 fish oil is a wonder supplement and a 15-second solution to support optimal heart, brain, joint and immune function. Taking a daily dose of fish oil can help make up for many dietary “mistakes” that we all make, as well as enhance mental abilities and keep your emotions on an even keel.

Share Recipes and Meals with a Friend
Studies show that nearly 66 percent of Americans are open to dieting with a friend, family member or social group. As you embark on your new healthy lifestyle, it’s important to establish a support system to help you succeed. So why not have some fun and make meals and recipes with your friends and family.

Resolve to Keep Exercising
Make a commitment to yourself and hold yourself accountable to it. Tell friends, family members or co-workers. Affirmations are also a powerful tool to help you remember why you started exercising in the first place and how good you feel about it. Make a list of what you've achieved, whether it's weight loss, increased strength and endurance, or more energy.

Arrive at Restaurants with a Game Plan
Navigating a restaurant menu can be difficult, but there’s no need to deprive yourself. For example, if you want dessert, don’t eat any carbohydrates during the meal and replace any starches or grains with extra vegetables.

Make it a fine 09!