Trying to lose weight can be a challenge, if you don't have the proper snacks. Having the proper snacks in the house will help you when you have urges to eat high calorie snacks that have no health benefits to you. I recently discovered the probar fruition, these bars maybe little but they pack a powerful punch. The Probar Fruition come in several different flavors, such as cherry, strawberry, lemon, blueberry, chocolate orange, peach and cran-raspberry. Each being gluten free, and offering a ton of health benefits. These little bars are certified organic, and contain 2 servings of fruit per bar. This is very beneficial to us that don't get much fruit in our diet. Did I also mention these are considered a superfood, and contain ingredients such as chia seeds and omega-3! With trying to lose weight, I love all the health benefits packed into these little bars, each bar contains 160 to 170 calories, and will keep you satisfied for a while. I have tried all flavors and I think … [Read more...]
Weight Loss 101
If you have stumbled upon this post, it means you are looking for ways to lose some weight. Weight loss can be a little tricky, however, if one is determined to lose weight, it can be done safely. There are many diets out there, that are not really safe, there are even some out there, that will make you stop eating all those products you like, such as cake, cookies, and even pasta. For the past two weeks I have successfully lost 7 pounds, and I have continued to eat all the foods I love. How did I do it you ask? Simple, first you need will power, and you need to want to lose the weight. If you're not ready to lose you will not lose. There are a few rules to live by when working towards your goal weight. In the past two weeks, I have changed my eating pretty much all together, I still have the foods I love, but I have them in moderation. When you count the calories, it will allow you to have that piece of cake for dessert, you may not be able to have the full piece but a small … [Read more...]
Summer Salads
Summer is now in full swing! Which means a lot of cook-outs, and a lot of side dishes. Being in the South when one cooks out it seems they make enough food for a small army, or at least enough food to last a week. One of the favorites in my husband's family is BBQ Bologna, I personally am not a fan, but then what again do I know about good foods. I do know how to make some killer side dishes though, being from the North we specialize in those sides. One of my all time favorites is Macaroni Salad. Now everyone has their own version of this household favorite, mine I learned from my mom, and boy is it a huge hit with the in laws. How much of everything used it all up to you, it depends on how many you're feeding, and how much left overs you want. Macaroni Salad Frozen sweet peas Tuna Fish CHEESE I like to use the colby jack and I cut it into chunks. Macaroni (I use the shells) Miracle Whip Basically, you make your pasta, chill it then add everything mix it well … [Read more...]
Battling Anxiety
It seems lately I have been having a harder and harder time battling my inner demons. I often wonder why I cannot be that fun out going person I was between the age of 18 and 20. It seems as I get older my anxiety gets worse. I am slowly starting to forget things, and when it comes time to make those phone calls I panic. The anxiety I have I wish on no body, it seems lately I have been having attack after attack and when I take a xanax for it, it only last a little while before I have another one. Small things are triggering them, and I am to my wits end. Have you ever felt so hopeless in your own body? Sure I am trying to live healthier, and I am working out daily, I would have thought this would have helped some. But it hasn't, as I sit here and type this, my stomach is turning. It is often hard for me to discuss the issues I have with my loved ones, I have only just recently really opened up to my husband. We have been together for 12 years now, and it wasn't until almost 7 … [Read more...]
Happy Father’s Day
I want to take the time to wish all those men out there that have stood up to the plate to be there for their children. I hope you all have a very blessed day, you deserve it! HAPPY FATHER'S DAY … [Read more...]
The Key to Losing Weight Successfully is Water
While there are many keys to losing weight successfully, one of the main things is WATER. Did you know most Americans don't drink the amount of water their bodies need daily? To find out how much water you should be drinking take your weight and divide it by 2... that is what you should drink in ounces everyday. If you struggle to lose weight, start by drinking at least 100 ounces of water daily. Make sure to add ice, COLD water will make your body work harder to warm it up, thus burning more calories. With struggling with my weight for a long time, I have since learned some little tricks. Drinking water will make your body feel fuller through out the day, so you will eat less, and we all know if we eat less we lose weight. Losing weight can be a challenge, but if you put your mind to it you will see results. I know some people will look at the scale and get depressed, I have learned not to let the scale control me. If I see an increase on the scale I just work that much … [Read more...]
Combating Fleas and Ticks
Now that Summer is here, the fleas and ticks become a huge problem. If you are a pet owner sometimes chemicals are not a good thing to put on your yard, did you know Apple Cider Vinegar can help you control the fleas and ticks that get on your beloved pet? The vinegar makes your pet taste to acidic to the pests, and often times they will not get on your pet, this is an all natural way to help combat the pests, now this doesn't kill the bugs, but will let your pet feel better. One thing I hate the most is fleas, they cause my pup to scratch. So I have started to put 1 tsp of ACV in his water daily, soon the fleas will not like his taste, I also spray him with a 50/50 solution of water/ACV before we go outside. A happy pup is a happy owner. Also be sure to vacuum your carpets daily, this will also help keep those pesky fleas to bay. What are some ways you help keep your beloved pet free of those nasty bugs? … [Read more...]
Internet Marketing
Most of us know that to become successful in what we do we have to market. With the internet being so big today, and social media being a huge hit, it's in companies best interest to use internet marketing. Once you start to market your company online, you will notice a big difference in not only traffic, but sales. If you're a new business to the internet, and all the internet marketing talk makes your head hurt, you can always look into companies such as AdvantageMarketing, these companies do all the hard work for you, and before long you will start seeing results. When looking into a marketing company, I suggest you see what they have to offer you. Some companies will offer you only SEO marketing while others may offer social media marketing. Building up an online community can take some time, however, it's all worth it in the end. I have found that once your community is built up, you can keep it going strong if you keep your social media channels active. By keeping clients … [Read more...]
Ipad 3 Giveaway
When iPads first came out I knew I had to have one, however they're now on the 3rd addition, and I am still sitting here without one! Thankfully, I have found a great giveaway that gives me the chance to win an iPad 3. I might have some luck on my side! Want to try your luck, head on over to The Centsible Life, and enter! Enter to win a contest offered by Big Fish at The Centsible Life for an iPad 3! Enter to win here: http://bit.ly/TCLiPad3 … [Read more...]
Follow My Weight Loss Journey
I have been really depressed about my weight recently. I guess you can say I hit rock bottom. Although, I am not at my highest weight, I have lost 30 pounds I am still up there. My goal is to drop about 150 pounds. Yup, 150 pounds I will be working on shedding from my body. I know this will not be easy, I know at times I may relapse, however I know deep down I can do this. I will be blogging as I go on The Neat Things in Life. This will help keep me in check, and will help hold me accountable for things. I will be logging my food intake on the computer, and I will also be taking measurements and weight weekly. I am scared to step on the scale because of fear of the weight being higher then the start weight. I know after the week is up once I take my measurements I will see a difference! I am doing small things to see huge results. I am trying to drink 120 pounces of water a day, as well as counting those calories. Every 40 minutes I get up and lift weights and get my body … [Read more...]
