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An Ideal First Half Marathon

Well, I did it. I completed my very first half marathon and I didn’t even break my diet!  It may seem like a small achievement to some, but for me, this is just a stepping stone on my journey to a healthier and more active self. As a kid I watched my father run marathons.  …

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Stress Awareness Month – Tips to Manage Stress and Maintain a Healthy Life!

The Big “S”, STRESS!!! Most of us battle with stress on a daily basis. Constant tasks can lead us to chronic stress- for example, traffic, payment of bills, taxes, kids, cooking dinner, deadlines at work, and the lists goes on and on. Did reading that list make you stressed? You aren’t alone! Chronic stress can lead …

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Fall Recipes for IP

IP Spiced Chai Tea: 8-12 oz water 1 Bengal Spice Tea Bag 1 Cinnamon Stick (optional) 1-4oz ready made Vanilla Drink optional 1-2 tsps Walden Farm Marshmallow Dip (order from www.waldenfarms.com) or splash of Torani Sugar Free Vanilla Syrup (available in grocery store) Directions: Heat water. Pour water into a cup with tea bag and cinnamon …

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Nation’s Death Rate Rises as Progress Against Heart Disease Stalls

According to a recent article in the *Wall Street Journal, Americans are dying from heart disease at a faster rate, stalling four decades of gains against the nation’s leading killer and driving up the U.S. mortality rate overall. The death rate from heart disease rose 0.9% last year, according to U.S. mortality data released Thursday by the …

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Are You Drinking Enough Water?

Water is used for everything! Our planet is 71% water. Your body is 50%-70% water, your brain and heart are composed of 73% water, and lungs are about 83% water. Skin contains 64% water, muscles and kidneys are 79%, and even our bones have around 31% H2O! Water is truly one of the most important …

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End of Summer Recipes for IP

IP Phase 1 Basil Pesto This Basil Pesto recipe is wonderful when tossed with zucchini noodles. You can easily prepare this ahead of time; add to any dish and/or use on the IP rotini with mixed veggies! Ph1 Basil Pesto: Yields 2 cups Ingredients 3 cups fresh basil leaves 1 cup fresh parsley sprig 4 garlic …

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Dining Out on IP

Just because you’re on a diet doesn’t mean you have to give up your social life. Stay engaged with friends and colleagues and yes, go out to dinner. Now, that doesn’t grant permission to stray, but it does present you with the challenge of ordering something that works with Ideal Protein. It is possible to …

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Summer Recipes for IP Dieters

Asparagus Guacamole Looking for a healthy, good tasting salsa or guacamole replacement? Look no further. Try this with the BBQ ridges or the salt & vinegar ridges. It is also a great meat and vegetable dip. Would be wonderful with marinated, chicken or beef skewers. Delightful, with a zing. 12 spears cooked asparagus chopped 1 …

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Dieter Tips from an IP Health Coach

Experiment to keep things interesting! Change things up a bit and get creative with your meals.  Go online and look up low carb recipes, purchase Janeva’s cookbook, take old favorites and add new spices…mix things up so you don’t get bored and give up.  Vegetables can be fun to experiment with too, if you usually …

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Turkey Chili for Phase 1 Dieters

Ingredients: 1 pound lean ground turkey breast, approximately 93% lean 1 yellow onion, diced (phase 4 only) (substitute dried minced onion for phase 1 and 2) 1 teaspoon rubbed sage 1 teaspoon paprika 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 4 cups chopped bell peppers 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, (no …

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