I use apple sauce but I suppose you could tweak it to your liking.
More of a consistency and smooth texture when the apple is already sauced.
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I use apple sauce but I suppose you could tweak it to your liking.
More of a consistency and smooth texture when the apple is already sauced.
first week down of no meats and no sweets,
to sum up week one the only difference i feel is that i have less energy it seems like i am always yawning. still worked out every day but the energy levels are lower than they were the last time i did this.
one week to go will see how i feel next week. it really wasn't all that hard except for the no candy part.
to sum up week one the only difference i feel is that i have less energy it seems like i am always yawning. still worked out every day but the energy levels are lower than they were the last time i did this.
one week to go will see how i feel next week. it really wasn't all that hard except for the no candy part.
thanks for posting this. never heard of quinoa before so i enjoyed learning about it real quick. gonna get more info on it then try it out. and i dayum near signed up for dude's health blog, but then i remembered this is bgol and one of u mutha fukas coulda set that sheit up for a future ock (can't remember which one of yawl created that fake fine female page and caught so many bgolers slippin with their personal info) so fuk u on that 'join my health food page' sheit
how many portions of beans or other veg protein options are you taking in each day? and what other supplements are you using (vitamins, elixirs, etc) 'cause the last thing u should be feeling is less energetic.
no beans, just green leafy vegetables and brown rice or yams daily. no supplements either
Vegan Apple Pie Smoothie
First time I made this I hated it, I have perfected it and it is "The shit"
Did you make it exactly like the video or did you add some more ingredients?
yeah playboy, u gotta add protein to your veg diet. include either beans, peanut butter sandwiches, lentils, raw nuts (almonds are the best option imo), hummus and pita bread, muesli, soy based products or chickpeas. any of those (or even combing two at a meal) will GREATLY increase your energy and knock out all that yawning you're doing. after a day or two of loading, you'll have energy like a mutha fuka
and adding a daily multi vitamin would do u right too
yeah playboy, u gotta add protein to your veg diet. include either beans, peanut butter sandwiches, lentils, raw nuts (almonds are the best option imo), hummus and pita bread, muesli, soy based products or chickpeas. any of those (or even combing two at a meal) will GREATLY increase your energy and knock out all that yawning you're doing. after a day or two of loading, you'll have energy like a mutha fuka
and adding a daily multi vitamin would do u right too
adding all of that would defeat the purpose of me doing this "cleanse"
doggish, protein isnt at issue here. Its either caloric intake or insufficient vitamin B. With you adjusting your diet and still working out you are probably burning more fuel than usual. Might want to increase leafy greens and fruits containing B's to help get you through the day. Nuts and nut butters are a great way to add good energy/calories as well.
u don't have to add all of it, which is why i included the word 'either'. but for your cleanse u can opt to use a teaspoon of bragg organic apple cider vinegar and mix it into a cold 8 oz glass of water then drink it straight.
http://www.iherb.com/Bragg-Organic-Apple-Cider-Vinegar-with-The-Mother-Raw-Unfiltered-32-fl-oz/5711
it will help increase your energy as well. you just won't feel full after using it, like you would if u ate the other veg proteins suggestions i mentioned earlier
you're not really telling the whole story. yes, caloric intake is a part of the reason, but lack of protein is the main culprit to his lack of energy; 'If you eat enough protein, yet still feel devoid of energy, consider increasing your calorie intake'
Energy Foods for Vegetarians
http://www.livestrong.com/article/203846-energy-foods-for-vegetarians/
We cant really make that determination based on the info he's given us.
the energy deficit is not to the point where i am lagging through the day or falling asleep. it is just a little fatique and yawning. as i said it didnt affect my working out or the other daily activities.
my caloric intake is not that far off from what it usually is, the protein deficit is the culprit most likely.
all in all it was to be expected
a simple snack that i've been sleeping on for all these years....i've just started eating it a few days ago .... and all you need really is one slice of bread 1/2 a banana ... you can eat the other half
.... fuckin' delicious... no more jelly for me
.... fuckin' delicious... no more jelly for me
The first time I made it I used various nuts and I hated it. Now I strictly use cashews and instead of 2 cups of water I use 1-1/2(for thicker consistency)
But yes exactly like the vid except I blend the ingredients a lot longer.
If you're trying to get your protein needs. These two are good options. Pea & Rice proteins are complete proteins and when combined make a superior amount of amino acids. I use these two in my energy bars with oats or quinoa as a base and a lot of other healthy stuff. I get about 22 - 24 grams of protein per bar. Thats damn good for a non meat source.
If you're trying to get your protein needs. These two are good options. Pea & Rice proteins are complete proteins and when combined make a superior amount of amino acids. I use these two in my energy bars with oats or quinoa as a base and a lot of other healthy stuff. I get about 22 - 24 grams of protein per bar. Thats damn good for a non meat source.
There was a vid posted where these two dudes were going in talking about how all protein powder sources are the same.
Not true. Which is why everyone is staying away from whey and soy protein.
I thought whey was the protein choice of most. Since when did people start staying away. I know people avoid soy saying it can make you fat.
Whey is still top dog and will be for a long time, but a lot of people are moving to pea, rice, and hemp protein powders. Whey is very cheap. Pea, rice, and hemp is way more expensive. I think I paid $40 for those two bottles.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N4GExYiyM9s&sns=em
I personally use isopure because all the others ones have me farting to much
I personally use isopure because all the others ones have me farting to much
I feel you. I think the best non meat protein source is Quinoa. Like meat, it's a complete protein. You get about 24 grams of protein per cup. Oats are a good source too. You get about 14 grams per cup, but its not a complete protein.
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10 Foods That Can Help You Sleep
Trying to get more shut-eye? Take a look at your diet. Eating the right foods in the hours before you hit the hay may help you fall asleep faster, say experts, and even improve the quality of your sleep. Keep reading for your get-sleepy grocery list, and remember to stop noshing two hours before bedtime to give your body enough time to properly digest.
Almonds
"Almonds are a winner," says Jacob Teitelbaum, MD, medical director of the Fibromyalgia and Fatigue Centers, and author of the bestselling book From Fatigued to Fantastic! "They contain magnesium which promotes both sleep and muscle relaxation," he says. "And they have the added benefit of supplying proteins that can help maintain a stable blood sugar level while sleeping, and help promote sleep by switching you from your alert adrenaline cycle to your rest-and-digest cycle." Try this bedtime snack: Have a tablespoon of almond butter or a 1-ounce portion of almonds to help your body relax. Photo: Shutterstock
Tea
Yes, avoiding all caffeine in the evening hours is key, but some decaf varieties can help get you into sleep mode, says Dr. Teitelbaum. "Chamomile tea is a very helpful and safe sleep aid," he says, adding that green tea is another good choice. "Green tea contains theanine, which helps promote sleep. Just be sure you get a decaf green tea if drinking it at bedtime." Experts recommend trying a 1-cup serving of the hot stuff. Photo: Thinkstock
Miso Soup
You love to order this comforting, broth-based soup in Japanese restaurants, but keeping a few 8-ounce packs of instant miso soup at home may be key when you're having trouble falling asleep, says Stella Metsovas, CN, a nutritionist in Laguna Beach, California. Here's why: Miso contains amino acids that may boost the production of melatonin, a natural hormone that can help induce the yawns. Bonus: Research shows that warm liquids like soup and tea may also relieve cold symptoms, helping you sleep better when you're feeling under the weather. Photo: Shutterstock
Find out 9 surprising facts about your dreams and what they mean.
Banana
Worried about falling asleep tonight? Have a banana before bed, says Saundra Dalton-Smith, MD, an internist and the author of Set Free to Live Free: Breaking Through the 7 Lies Women Tell Themselves. "Bananas are an excellent source of magnesium and potassium, which help to relax overstressed muscles. They also contain tryptophan, which convert to serotonin and melatonin, the brain's key calming hormones." Try this tasty and incredibly simple bedtime smoothie: Blend one banana with one cup of milk or soy milk (and ice, if desired). Pour and enjoy! Photo: Shutterstock
Dairy
Yogurt, milk and cheese do contain tryptophan, notes Dr. Dalton-Smith, but also have a surprising sleep-inducing nutrient: "Calcium is effective in stress reduction and stabilization of nerve fibers, including those in the brain." That means a serving of your favorite Greek yogurt before bed can not only help you sleep, but also help you stop worrying about the weird thing your boss said earlier at work. Photo: Thinkstock
Oatmeal
You eat it for breakfast, but could a bowl of warm oatmeal help you get more rest? Yes, says Stephan Dorlandt, a clinical nutritionist based in Southern California. "Think about it," he says. "Oatmeal is warm,soft, soothing, easy to prepare, inexpensive and nourishing. It's rich in calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, silicon and potassium-the who's who of nutrients known to support sleep." But go easy on the sweeteners; too much sugar before bed can have an anti-calming effect. Instead, consider topping your bowl with fruit, like bananas (see above). Photo: Shutterstock
Hard-Cooked Egg
If you have trouble staying asleep at night, it may be because you didn't eat a pre-bedtime snack high in protein, or perhaps your snack was too high in simple, high-sugar carbohydrates, like cake and candy. "The problem with simple carbs is that they can put you on a 'sugar roller coaster' and drop your blood sugar while you're sleeping, causing you to wake at 2 or 3 in the morning," says Dr. Teitelbaum. A better bet? "Eat an egg, cheese, nuts or other protein-rich snack instead," he says, "so you can not only fall asleep, but stay asleep." Photo: Shutterstock
Edamame
Craving a salty snack before bed? Turn to lightly salted edamame, says Dr. Dalton-Smith-especially if you're dealing with menopause-related symptoms. "The natural estrogen-like compounds found in soy-based products can be very beneficial in controlling those nighttime hot flashes that can disturb your sleep," she says. If it's crackers and dip you're craving, try making this easy edamame recipe: In a food processor, blend together 2 cups of shelled, cooked edamame with 1 tsp salt, a drizzle of olive oil and 1 clove garlic (optional) until smooth. Photo: Thinkstock
Cherries
Oddly, a glass of cherry juice may be an effective way to fall asleep faster, says a team of researchers from the University of Pennsylvania and University of Rochester. In their study, they found that cherries, particularly tart cherries, naturally boosted the body's supply of melatonin, which helped people with insomnia. While the jury is still out on how much juice or how many cherries are needed to make you sleepy, experts say sipping a glass of cherry juice (available at most natural foods stores) or having a serving of fresh, frozen or dried cherries before bedtime couldn't hurt. Photo: Thinkstock
Cereal
There's no need to feel guilty about having a small bowl of cereal before bed, especially if it's a low-sugar, whole-grain cereal. Not only is it a healthy snack (make sure you top it with milk to give your body the protein it needs), but it may also help you snooze. "Complex carbohydrate-rich foods increase the availability of tryptophan in the bloodstream, increasing the sleep-inducing effects," says Dr. Dalton-Smith. Bonus: Top your bowl with a sprinkling of dried cherries (see above) for extra help catching your zzz's. Photo: Thinkstock
10 Foods That Can Help You Sleep
Trying to get more shut-eye? Take a look at your diet. Eating the right foods in the hours before you hit the hay may help you fall asleep faster, say experts, and even improve the quality of your sleep. Keep reading for your get-sleepy grocery list, and remember to stop noshing two hours before bedtime to give your body enough time to properly digest.
Almonds
"Almonds are a winner," says Jacob Teitelbaum, MD, medical director of the Fibromyalgia and Fatigue Centers, and author of the bestselling book From Fatigued to Fantastic! "They contain magnesium which promotes both sleep and muscle relaxation," he says. "And they have the added benefit of supplying proteins that can help maintain a stable blood sugar level while sleeping, and help promote sleep by switching you from your alert adrenaline cycle to your rest-and-digest cycle." Try this bedtime snack: Have a tablespoon of almond butter or a 1-ounce portion of almonds to help your body relax. Photo: Shutterstock
Tea
Yes, avoiding all caffeine in the evening hours is key, but some decaf varieties can help get you into sleep mode, says Dr. Teitelbaum. "Chamomile tea is a very helpful and safe sleep aid," he says, adding that green tea is another good choice. "Green tea contains theanine, which helps promote sleep. Just be sure you get a decaf green tea if drinking it at bedtime." Experts recommend trying a 1-cup serving of the hot stuff. Photo: Thinkstock
Miso Soup
You love to order this comforting, broth-based soup in Japanese restaurants, but keeping a few 8-ounce packs of instant miso soup at home may be key when you're having trouble falling asleep, says Stella Metsovas, CN, a nutritionist in Laguna Beach, California. Here's why: Miso contains amino acids that may boost the production of melatonin, a natural hormone that can help induce the yawns. Bonus: Research shows that warm liquids like soup and tea may also relieve cold symptoms, helping you sleep better when you're feeling under the weather. Photo: Shutterstock
Find out 9 surprising facts about your dreams and what they mean.
Banana
Worried about falling asleep tonight? Have a banana before bed, says Saundra Dalton-Smith, MD, an internist and the author of Set Free to Live Free: Breaking Through the 7 Lies Women Tell Themselves. "Bananas are an excellent source of magnesium and potassium, which help to relax overstressed muscles. They also contain tryptophan, which convert to serotonin and melatonin, the brain's key calming hormones." Try this tasty and incredibly simple bedtime smoothie: Blend one banana with one cup of milk or soy milk (and ice, if desired). Pour and enjoy! Photo: Shutterstock
Dairy
Yogurt, milk and cheese do contain tryptophan, notes Dr. Dalton-Smith, but also have a surprising sleep-inducing nutrient: "Calcium is effective in stress reduction and stabilization of nerve fibers, including those in the brain." That means a serving of your favorite Greek yogurt before bed can not only help you sleep, but also help you stop worrying about the weird thing your boss said earlier at work. Photo: Thinkstock
Oatmeal
You eat it for breakfast, but could a bowl of warm oatmeal help you get more rest? Yes, says Stephan Dorlandt, a clinical nutritionist based in Southern California. "Think about it," he says. "Oatmeal is warm,soft, soothing, easy to prepare, inexpensive and nourishing. It's rich in calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, silicon and potassium-the who's who of nutrients known to support sleep." But go easy on the sweeteners; too much sugar before bed can have an anti-calming effect. Instead, consider topping your bowl with fruit, like bananas (see above). Photo: Shutterstock
Hard-Cooked Egg
If you have trouble staying asleep at night, it may be because you didn't eat a pre-bedtime snack high in protein, or perhaps your snack was too high in simple, high-sugar carbohydrates, like cake and candy. "The problem with simple carbs is that they can put you on a 'sugar roller coaster' and drop your blood sugar while you're sleeping, causing you to wake at 2 or 3 in the morning," says Dr. Teitelbaum. A better bet? "Eat an egg, cheese, nuts or other protein-rich snack instead," he says, "so you can not only fall asleep, but stay asleep." Photo: Shutterstock
Edamame
Craving a salty snack before bed? Turn to lightly salted edamame, says Dr. Dalton-Smith-especially if you're dealing with menopause-related symptoms. "The natural estrogen-like compounds found in soy-based products can be very beneficial in controlling those nighttime hot flashes that can disturb your sleep," she says. If it's crackers and dip you're craving, try making this easy edamame recipe: In a food processor, blend together 2 cups of shelled, cooked edamame with 1 tsp salt, a drizzle of olive oil and 1 clove garlic (optional) until smooth. Photo: Thinkstock
Cherries
Oddly, a glass of cherry juice may be an effective way to fall asleep faster, says a team of researchers from the University of Pennsylvania and University of Rochester. In their study, they found that cherries, particularly tart cherries, naturally boosted the body's supply of melatonin, which helped people with insomnia. While the jury is still out on how much juice or how many cherries are needed to make you sleepy, experts say sipping a glass of cherry juice (available at most natural foods stores) or having a serving of fresh, frozen or dried cherries before bedtime couldn't hurt. Photo: Thinkstock
Cereal
There's no need to feel guilty about having a small bowl of cereal before bed, especially if it's a low-sugar, whole-grain cereal. Not only is it a healthy snack (make sure you top it with milk to give your body the protein it needs), but it may also help you snooze. "Complex carbohydrate-rich foods increase the availability of tryptophan in the bloodstream, increasing the sleep-inducing effects," says Dr. Dalton-Smith. Bonus: Top your bowl with a sprinkling of dried cherries (see above) for extra help catching your zzz's. Photo: Thinkstock
Dinner tonight.... just some ideas
Fresh Avocado, peppers, tomatoes and Quinoa....
Fresh Avocado, peppers, tomatoes and Quinoa....
I've lately been tossing around the idea of beginning to eat healthy. A lot of the shit that is bad for you is gross to me at this point anyway. Plus I've never been a picky eater so the thought of eating the healthy stuff doesn't really turn me off.
I've already kinda started by cutting back on my red meat intake.
My sauce ain't going nowhere though..
fuck that.
I've already kinda started by cutting back on my red meat intake.
My sauce ain't going nowhere though..
fuck that.
I've lately been tossing around the idea of beginning to eat healthy. A lot of the shit that is bad for you is gross to me at this point anyway. Plus I've never been a picky eater so the thought of eating the healthy stuff doesn't really turn me off.
I've already kinda started by cutting back on my red meat intake.
My sauce ain't going nowhere though..
fuck that.
cool... always start your day off with this.... breakfast is important
EAT MORE BEANS… EAT MORE BEANS…I haven’t 4gotten yall niggas
DRY BEANS FOLKS…. DRY BEANS FOLKS…. NO CAN SHIT… Go get a Pressure Cooker! Simple to cook and quick to fix…less than 15 mins. Note: You must clean & soak your beans before cooking though…you can do that before you crash. After that you’re smooth sailing.
These pics are Black Eye Peas… I eat and cook all types of beans…they’re all my favorites. I just wanted to show yall fools what I do to make it a little easier. As you can see, I fix my beans for the whole week. I ziplock bag then and freeze them and pull them bitches out when needed…which is every GAWD DAMN DAY lol. The hell with all the talk …just look at the pics. If I can do it… yall can too.
I used to eat canned black beans and I realized the sodium is a little too high, I'm switching to dry beans.
exactly.... but eat the other variety of beans as well
and get that pressure cooker tooSimilar threads
