Thursday, January 24, 2013
Wednesday, January 16, 2013
THE SOUTH FLORIDA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE.
La Jolla Ballroom, a Gem in the Heart of Coral Gables, will host the South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (SFLHCC) monthly luncheon on January 25 from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm. The SFLHCC promotes the continued growth and development of the Hispanic business community and serves as a resource center and forum to advocate for Hispanic and Minority owned businesses.
La Jolla Ballroom is a new and elegant venue ideal for corporate or social events. With over 20 years of experience, you can have a peace of mind knowing they will take care of every detail of your event such as a gourmet menu, unlimited open premium bar, flowers, linens, decoration, DJ, and much more.
Come network and promote your business. For more information about the luncheon, please call SFLHCC (305) 534-1903.
Contact: Lorgia McCane
Telephone: 786-897-2468
Email: lajollaballroom@gmail.com
La Jolla Ballroom is located at 301 Alcazar Avenue, Coral Gables, FL 33134.
Monday, January 14, 2013
Monday, January 7, 2013
10 Best Diet Tips Ever
Diet Tip No. 1:
Drink plenty of water or other calorie-free beverages.
People sometimes confuse thirst with hunger. So you can end up eating extra calories when an ice-cold glass of water is really what you need.
If you don't like plain water, try adding citrus or a splash of juice, or brew infused teas like mango or peach, which have lots of flavor but no calories.
Diet Tip No. 2:
Think about what you can add to your diet, not what you should take away.
Start by focusing on getting the recommended 5-9 servings of fruits and vegetables each day.
You're also less likely to overeat because fruits and vegetables displace fat in the diet. And that's not to mention the health benefits of fruits and vegetables. More than 200 studies have documented the disease-preventing qualities of phytochemicals found in produce, says Pansiero.
Her suggestion for getting more: Work vegetables into meals instead of just serving them as sides on a plate.
Diet Tip No. 3:
Consider whether you're really hungry.
Whenever you feel like eating, look for physical signs of hunger, suggests Michelle May, MD, author of Am I Hungry?
"Hunger is your body's way of telling you that you need fuel, so when a craving doesn't come from hunger, eating will never satisfy it," she says.
When you're done eating, you should feel better -- not stuffed, bloated, or tired.
Keeping your portions reasonable will help you get more in touch with your feelings of hunger and fullness.
Diet Tip No. 4:
Be choosy about nighttime snacks.
Mindless eating occurs most frequently after dinner, when you finally sit down and relax.
"Sitting down with a bag of chips or cookies in front of the television is an example of eating amnesia, where you mindlessly eat without being hungry, but out of habit," says American Dietetic Association spokesperson Malena Perdomo, RD.
Either close down the kitchen after a certain hour, or allow yourself a low-calorie snack, like a 100-calorie pack of cookies or a half-cup scoop of low-fat ice cream. Once you find that you're usually satisfied with the low-cal snack, try a cup of zero-calorie tea, suggests Perdomo.
Diet Tip No. 5:
Enjoy your favorite foods.
Instead of cutting out your favorite foods altogether, be a slim shopper. Buy one fresh bakery cookie instead of a box, or a small portion of candy from the bulk bins instead of a whole bag.
Diet Tip No. 6:
Enjoy your treats away from home.
When you need a treat, Ellie Krieger, RD, host of Food Network's Healthy Appetite, suggests taking a walk to your local ice cream parlor or planning a family outing.
And for those times you just can't get out? Krieger stocks her kitchen with fresh fruit, which she thinks can be every bit as delicious as any other dessert.
Tip No. 7:
Eat several mini-meals during the day.
If you eat fewer calories than you burn, you will lose weight. But when you're hungry all the time, eating fewer calories can be challenging.
She recommends dividing your daily calories into smaller meals or snacks and enjoying as many of them as you can early in the day -- dinner should be the last time you eat.
Diet Tip No. 8:
Eat protein at every meal.
Protein is more satisfying than carbohydrates or fats, and thus may be the new secret weapon in weight control.
Getting enough protein helps preserve muscle mass and encourages fat burning while keeping you feeling full. So be sure to include healthy protein sources, like yogurt, cheese, nuts, or beans, at meals and snacks.
Diet Tip No. 9:
Spice it up.
Add spices or chiles to your food for a flavor boost that can help you feel satisfied.
When you need something sweet, suck on a red-hot fireball candy for a long-lasting burst of sweetness with just a few calories.
Diet Tip No. 10:
Stock your kitchen with healthy convenience foods.
Having ready-to-eat snacks and meals-in-minutes staples on hand sets you up for success. You'll be less likely to hit the drive-through or call in a pizza order if you can make a healthy meal in 5 or 10 minutes.
Sass stocks her kitchen with:
94% fat-free microwave popcorn (20-25 calories per cup, and you can make it in two minutes or less)
Frozen vegetables
Bags of pre-washed greens
Canned diced tomatoes
Canned beans
Whole-grain wraps or pitas
Pre-cooked grilled chicken breasts
A few containers of pre-cooked brown rice
Within minutes, she can toss together a healthy medley.
http://www.webmd.com/diet/features/15-best-diet-tips-ever?page=3
Kiss January Diets Good-bye!
It's January. Does that mean you're once again in pursuit of that "magic" diet that is finally going to get you to goal weight? Take a minute to think about it: Haven't fad diets failed you in previous years? Why waste another year pegging your hopes on the "one" diet that will work; instead, start looking for simple ways to lose weight without dieting.
Many years ago, a coworker told me the best way to deal with something that seemed overwhelming or complex was to apply the "K.I.S.S. Principle" -- Keep It Simple, Smartie. Diets can be frustrating, confusing and difficult to apply to everyday life, making them anything but simple. So, if you're tired of trying diets, consider "keeping it simple" by making these permanent lifestyle changes:
Practice portion control.
By practicing sensible portion control on a daily basis, you can continue to have all of your favorite foods in moderation while losing weight.
Eat more fruits and veggies and whole grains.
These foods are nutritious and naturally low in calories.
Cut back on high-fat, high-cal foods that offer few or no nutrients.
Start by dividing your usual portions by half, or even a third, and then work your way down. (Going "cold turkey" often backfires by prompting a binge.)
Snack smarter by finding lower-calorie alternatives to your favorite snack foods. This may take a little trial and error, but it's worth it.
Read food labels on a regular basis.
They contain all the information you need to manage your portions, control your calories and improve your nutrition.
Find a way to become more active, even if it's a simple walk at your lunch break. Just 10 to 15 minutes a day can make a difference and is better than no activity. Working your way up a little at a time can help you create the habit of getting at least 30 minutes of exercise in a day within a matter of months.
Eat more fiber.
Fiber helps you feel fuller longer and keeps blood sugar level, which may help prevent overeating.
Drink more water.
Used as a replacement for sweetened drinks and juices, it's an easy way to cut calories and staying hydrated may help ease hunger pangs.
Start a food diary.
Keeping one is the only real way to get an accurate view of your eating habits.
Get enough sleep.
Research has shown that lack of sleep may be connected to weight gain; at the very least, fatigue can lead to overeating.
If you do decide to choose a diet, be on the lookout for red flags such as promising quick results, excluding exercise or requiring overly-restrictive eating plans. These types of diets are very hard to stick to and may even be harmful to your health. Understanding The Facts About Fad Diets will help you avoid them.
From Jennifer R. Scott
http://weightloss.about.com/od/getstarted/qt/januarydiets.htm
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