favorite inspiring websites

Here are a few favorite websites that inspire me along my journey...

www.livestrong.com

Learn about diet and nutrition. Track your calories. Learn about exercise and fitness. Look up restaurant nutritional info. Get inspired by others on the same journey.

www.amerrylife.com

Follow Mary, a 24 yr old who blogs about her weightloss journey. She's been on the journey since spring of 09 and has already accomplished a lot. (She also met her future hubby through the journey. He has a blog of his own and has already met his goal. See below.)

www.thefatlazyguyslog.blogspot.com

He's already met his original goal but he's still working hard and blogs about his journey. He started at over 500lbs and is now a little over 200. Such an inspiring story. Check out the before and after photos and video! Amazing!

http://www.daniel-fast.com

21 day fast inspired by Scripture. I did this several months ago. It was very challenging but made me feel refreshed...both physically and spiritually. I will probably do it again soon now that I'm on this new journey.

These are the main ones I visit regularly. If you have some please comment and share them with me and the rest of the readers!

My Top 5 Favorite Healthy Foods

In no specific order...

1. Tuna

Tuna is an inexpensive source of protein with more protein per gram and lower fat than many other sources of protein. Tuna is also rich in omega-3 fatty acids that helps reduce the risks of cardiovascular disease and is one of the most available sources. Tuna provides selenium for proper immune and thyroid function. It also delivers vitamins and minerals, including niacin, which assists in converting food to energy, and vitamin B6 that helps maintain a healthy nervous system. Read more: http://www.livestrong.com/article/41387-tuna-nutrition-information/#ixzz1DOCiQtXP

2. Hummus

Hummus's abundance of vitamin C can assist the immune system in warding off infection and disease. Thiamin is key in converting carbohydrates to energy. Vitamin B6 supports the nervous system and helps break down sugars and starches, and folate supports red blood cell production and nerve function. Read more: http://www.livestrong.com/article/266304-nutrition-information-for-hummus/#ixzz1DODINZg3

3. Okra

It contains both soluble and insoluble fiber. Soluble fiber may lower your cholesterol and reduce your risk of heart disease, while insoluble fiber keeps your intestinal tract healthy, which may decrease your risk of colorectal and other cancers. Okra contains essential vitamin B-6, folic acid, vitamin A, calcium and potassium.
Read more: http://www.livestrong.com/article/292260-benefits-of-okra-pepsin-e3/#ixzz1DODxTWzZ

4. Natural Peanut Butter

Natural peanut butter is high in unsaturated fat, the kind of fat that is considered beneficial. Benefits include a lowered risk of cardiovascular disease, high cholesterol, cancer, gallstones and high blood sugar. The phytochemicals found in peanut butter also contribute to good overall coronary health. Read more: http://www.livestrong.com/article/28683-natural-peanut-butter-nutrition-information/#ixzz1DOFVtzw3

5. Avocados

They are a nutritious source of potassium. Avocados are also sodium- and cholesterol-free. An avocado has a higher fat content (5g per serving) than other fruit. However, the fat is monounsaturated fat, which is considered healthy when eaten in small amounts. Diets rich in monounsaturated fatty acids can reduce cholesterol and increase the ratio of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) to low-density lipoprotein (LDL). Diets rich in avocado may reduce plasma lipid levels, according to many studies. Avocado is also a rich source of beta-sisterol, which is believed to have cholesterol-lowering effects as well as anti-cancer effects.

Read more: http://www.livestrong.com/avocado/#ixzz1DOGk7jnW