BEST DIETING AND WEIGHT LOSS BOOKS

To me these are some of the best on the market, I didnt write them, just bought read and liked some of them, others kind of :"ehhh" lol either way most are good and knowledge is king when it comes to weight loss and dieting!


Best Weight Loss Books

HOW I LOST 15 POUNDS BEFORE STARTING THE WORKOUT ROUTINES

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ok, so this is not a magic secret or anything its a simple way to understand dieting and weight loss a little better. I honestly did not need to lose 120 pounds or anything like that but it worked with helping me take 15 pounds off in 6 weeks, THE RIGHT WAY and that's the important part.

Morning shake replacements for shredded abs

So now it's shred season and I have been changing nothing about my morning shake until now: 

I will be substituting some stuff as follows:

no more milk instead now I will be using water. 

I will only use half the berries I was using before and add some vevo flavoring.

I also use less liquid ( less water than milk) by a little more than half, less liquid more solids allows for a thicker blend giving you the thick milky feeling lol.

enjoy the work, love the burn! 

SWEET AND SOUR PORK RECIPE!!!!!

Time for Prep: 25 minutes + 30 minutes of sitting and spices marinating
Total cooking time: 20 minutes
Serves: 4 rations

Nutritional Value for sweet and sour pork recipe:
Protein 25 g;
Fat 12 g;
Carbohydrate 25 g;
Dietary Fibre 4 g;
Cholesterol 50mg;
Energy 1325kJ (315cal)

Full ingredients for sweet and sour pork recipe:

500 g (1 lb) pork fillet, cut into thick slices
2 tablespoons cornflour
1 tablespoon sherry
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
oil, for cooking
1 large onion, thinly sliced
1 green capsicum, cut into cubes
2 small carrots, thinly sliced
1 small Lebanese cucumber, seeded and chopped
5 spring onions, cut into short lengths
440 g (14 oz.) can pineapple pieces in natural juice, drained, juice reserved
1/4 cup (60ml/2 fl oz.) white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt

Full Directions for prep/cooking the sweet and sour pork:

1. When you want to start cooking the sour pork recipe, first place the pork in a simple glass or ceramic bowl not too deep. Combine the cornflour with the sherry, soy sauce and half the sugar and pour into the bowl. Cover and place in fridge for half hour.

2. Drain the pork, saving the marinade. Heat the wok until very hot, add 2 tablespoons of the oil and swirl to coat the side. Now you can Stir-fry some of the pork (whatever fits) over high heat for 4-5 minutes, or until the pork is golden brown and just cooked. Remove from the wok, add more oil if necessary and repeat with the remaining pork. Remove all the pork from the wok.

3. Reheat the wok, add 1 tablespoon of the oil and stir-fry the onion over high heat for 3-4 minutes, or until light or somewhat softened. Add the capsicum and carrot, and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until tender. Stir in the marinade, cucumber, spring onion, pineapple, vinegar, salt, remaining sugar and 4 tablespoons of the reserved pineapple juice.

4. Bring to the boil and simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce is densed slightly. Return the pork to the wok and toss until the pork is heated through. Serve immediately.

HUMMUS!!!! MY OBSESSION LOL - WITH SOME HEALTHY OPTIONS TO MAKE A CLEAN HEALTHY DISH!

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Ok so this is a good way to enjoy a very delicious treat and some options for healthy-mizing the recipe for a healthy option to an already great dip. Hummus is a popular food dip, spread and side-dish or Arabic and Middle Eastern decent made from cooked, mashed chickpeas. Several other ingredients are added to give flavor and density including olive oil, lemon juice, chopped peppers, paprika, spices, tahini (or tahina) (ground, hulled sesame seeds, salt and garlic). Today, hummus is popular throughout the Middle East, North Africa, Morocco, Turkey, and other areas in the world in Middle Eastern cuisine restaurants. Chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, are healthy, high-protein legumes.

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Hummus can be easily made at home in the style and variety that you prefer. See how to make homemade hummus using some of the best recipes available.Health Benefits of Hummus and Ingredients
The nutrition data for homemade hummus is listed at the end of the article. Hummus contains cholesterol, very little saturated fats and is high in protein (4 g per 100g serve). Hummus is rich in Omega 3 fatty acids and a large variety of amino acids, which makes it a favorite for vegans. Hummus has relatively high calories (171 Calories per 100g), more than twice the level in cottage cheese dips, but this is similar to than that for a yogurt dip (140-160 Calories per 100g). Fiber is also relatively high at 4g per 100g serve.
Folate and Vitamin E, Vitamin K and B-group vitamins are relatively high. Hummus is relatively rich in mineral including Calcium, iron, Magnesium, Zinc and Copper.


Ingredients
Tahini, come from sesame seeds has high fat and calories, but only a small amount is used in hummus. Most  of the fat is unsaturated and it has pretty high protein levels.Olive Oil is one of the healthiest oils and features in the popular Mediterranean Diet. It has low levels of saturated fat and high monounsaturated fat, which is healthier. Garlic and Lemon juice are rich in vitamins and antioxidants and help maintain immune system.Homemade Tahini
1/4-1/2 cup vegetable oil
4 cups sesame seeds

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place the sesame seeds out over a shallow baking tray and bake, stirring frequently, until fragrant, but not brown (about 8 - 10 minutes). Set aside to cool. Place the toasted sesame seeds in a blender or food processor with the vegetable oil and blend into a smooth paste (about 5 minutes).

Simple Hummus Recipe (Using Canned chickpeas)
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2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped or crushed
1 1/2 tablespoons homemade tahini
5 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup liquid from can of chickpeas (or water)
16 oz (450 g) can of chickpeas or garbanzo beans

Drain chickpeas and keep the liquid. Combine all the other ingredients in a food processor or blender or 1/4 cup of water or liquid from chickpeas (not all of the liquid). Blend for about 3-5 minutes using a low setting until smooth and thoroughly mixed. Garnish with coriander or parsley (optional).

Options: Add some red chili. Replace the tahini with 1/2 teaspoon of cumin. Add fresh ginger or paprika. Add a pinch of cayenne pepper.Spicy Homemade Hummus
3-4 cloves of garlic, crushed or finely chopped
3/4 cup of olive oil
1 cup tahini – you can buy it or make your own using the recipe above
Juice from 2 lemons
3 x 16 oz (450 g) cans chick peas or Garbanzo beans
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1/2 teaspoon Cumin
1/2 teaspoon Paprika
1/4 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon Red Chili powder


Put all ingredients into a blender or food processor and blend until smooth and silky. Garnish with a sprinkle of paprika and parsley and serve with pita bread, crusty sourdough bread or various middle Eastern Breads.

Third Hummus Recipe, Made with Dried Chickpeas
Extra virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons cumin seeds
4 allspice berries (or similar)
4 green cardamom pods
2 lemons, juiced, salt flakes
4 cloves garlic, finely grated
200 g (7 oz) tahini
2 teaspoons baking soda
350 g (12 oz) dried chickpeas
About 1/2 – 3/4 cup iced water
1 bunch chicory or parsley

Soak the chickpeas overnight in plenty of water. Then drain and transfer to a large saucepan. Add fresh water and the baking soda, bring to the boil and simmer for about 40 minutes or until the chickpeas are just tender and cooked (time will vary so check). Then remove about 1/3 of the chickpeas from the saucepan and drain. Simmer the other 2/3 of the chickpeas for another 15 minutes until very tender and soft, drain. Add these soft chickpeas to a blender or food processor and blend to a thick, stiff paste. Add the garlic, tahini and lemon juice and process for an extra 1-2 minutes. Add a little cold water to create a light and fluffy texture. Season with salt and pepper. Grind all the spices and some salt together using a mortar and pestle with some salt. Take out the cardamom husks from the spice powder. Roll the whole chickpeas you set aside in the spice mix until well coated. Using medium heat, fry the spice-covered chickpeas in olive oil until fragrant and golden. Combine the two mixtures to make the hummus. Garnish with chopped chicory or parsley.

Hummus with Slow Roasted Tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon of salt and black pepper to taste
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for drizzling over the finished hummus if desired
2-3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup tahini sauce
2-3 tablespoons of garlic puree (or less)
1 16 oz can garbanzo beans (chickpeas)
(or use scant 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes and a little water)
1/2 cup slow roasted tomatoes (or sundried tomatoes)
Drain the chick peas using a colander until the water runs clear. Blend the tomatoes in a food processor or blender for about 30 seconds. Add the drained beans, and process for an additional about 1-2 minutes. Add the lemon juice, tahini sauce,, olive oil, and half the water and blend for 30-60 seconds until smooth (add more water as required).


Hummus with Beets
1 tablespoon lemon zest (2 lemons)
1 tablespoons ground cumin
1 small clove garlic, chopped
5 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons tahini
1/2 pound (250 g) beets (four medium-sized beets) cooked and cubed
Pinch of sea
Fresh ground pepper to taste
Place all ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
Green Olive Hummus with Green Olives
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon. sumac
1 tablespoon tahini
1/2 cup green olives (stuffed with pimentos)
juice of one lemon
3 cups chickpeas (canned) rinsed well and drained
3 large cloves garlic
salt and pepper taste
5-6 whole olives for serving
Blend the garlic in a food processor or blender. Add the lemon juice and chickpeas and pulse to chop coarsely. Next, add the , tahini, green olives, spices and seasonings, and blend until everything is mixed, but leave it a little course. Season to taste, and dress with whole olives and a little fresh parsley.


Hummus with Carrot
1/4 teaspoon paprika
pinch cayenne
1/2 teaspoon ginger paste (or finely minced ginger)
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 tablespoon tahini
1/2 teaspoon of salt
2 tablespoons, freshly squeezed lemon juice
16 oz (450 g) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained, or 1 1/2 cups cooked dried chickpeas
2-3 cloves garlic
1/4 cup water
2 medium-size carrots, washed, peeled and sliced (about 1 cup)
Cook the carrots on the stove or in the microwave. Transfer the cooked carrots, water, and garlic to a blender or food processor and process to a puree consistency. Add the lemon juice, chickpeas, and salt and blend until smooth. Add the remaining ingredients and blend to combine well.

Lemon Ginger Hummus
finger size piece of ginger, peeled and finely minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 medium lemons, juiced and zest removed from the skins
2 tablespoon of olive oil
1 tablespoons tahini
30 oz (850 g) chickpeas, washed, drained and rinsed until water runs clear
salt and pepper to taste for finishing
Using a food processor or blender, pulse the olive oil, chickpeas, tahina and lemon juice until well-combined. (They can also be blended by hand through a sieve or using a potato masher) Add the ginger, salt and pepper and blend well.

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Healthy Snacks Alternative

Finding the right balance of healthy food that kids will eat at parties can be quite a challenge, particularly with the popularity and brand recognition of fast foods. However, with a bit of creativity and effort you can make healthy food look appetizing and fun to eat and here are a few tips.

Instead of serving bread with hundreds and thousands/sprinkles on it, make a variety of sandwiches with different fillings, for example cheese, ham, tuna, egg, cheese and tomato or tuna and sweet corn. Small, quality sausages, such as chipolatas are also an excellent addition to any party and popular with children. The children are more likely to eat these if you present them in a fun way.

Instead of lots of chocolate, place dried fruit on toothpicks, ensuring that you use a variety off different colors to make it look fun. You can also have muesli bars and you can buy carob coated rice cakes. You could also make carob coated chocolate rice krispies treats. You can use cornflakes as a wheat free alternative but please ensure that you check the package in case of children with allergies.

If you want to offer vegetarian, dairy free or wheat/gluten free party food, then here are a few different ideas for you to try:-

 If you are able to locate them, Scottish oatcakes (some oatcakes may contain wheat or gluten - check the packages for further details) are an excellent choice served with tuna and sweet corn.

 For a sweet idea, rice cakes with a carob chocolate topping or for a savory idea, you could add some cheese, pineapple, aubergine (eggplant) or a variety of pureed vegetables. Make sure that these are colorful to attract the childrens eye.

 You can add cheese to muffins (you can make these gluten free) and place them under the grill. Try placing some fruit and shredded zucchini (courgette) inside them also. You can also make them into little pizzas and get the party boy/girl to help you make them.

 Waffles are also another good idea (these may not be gluten free though) and you can add all sorts of things, for example pureed fruits as a sweet alternative or freshly cooked beans as a savory topping.

 Tofu (bean curd) can also be used, although to make this attractive to children, you will need to ensure that you serve it in an interesting way. One way to do this is to slice the tofu finely and then dip it into some beaten up egg. Then add some sesame seeds and shallow fry it, serving it hot. The adults may prefer this but nothing ventured nothing gained!

 Home made pizzas cut into small rectangles, so that the children can eat them easily. You can add all sorts of different flavors and pineapple and cheese, tomato and cheese, or grated vegetables and cheese are excellent vegetarian choices. If you have someone at the party who cannot eat wheat or is a strict vegan, you can then add soya cheese and use wheat free dough. You can ask the party girl/boy to help you make them into funny faces. Getting the children involved with what you are doing is always a great idea, since they will then enjoy their party more as they have participated in the food preparation.

 You can also offer a variety of foods on a stick, for example cheese or fruit cubes.

 Falafels (a Lebanese delicacy made with chick peas).

 Rice crackers or pitta bread served with hummous and avocado dip, with carrot, zucchini and celery.

Some of my favorite meals!