1 Tbsp sugar-free strawberry preserves (or 1 cup fresh strawberries)
1 Tbsp sugar-free Jello Banana Cream pudding mix
1 scoop vanilla whey protein powder
Stevia Extract to taste
A couple of handfuls of crushed ice
Simply combine all the above ingredients and blend in your blender.
If you're eating this after 2 pm or closer to your bedtime than 8 hours, use the preserves; if not, you have the choice of using the fresh strawberries.
In C3, you can use 1 fresh banana instead of the pudding mix.
Original article and pictures take 17ddgal.blogspot.com site
Spring Clean Your Diet For Maximum Weight Loss Spring Clean Your Diet in 10 Easy Steps -- clean your home, body and mind for maximum weight loss! #17DayDiet #Detox
Spring is just around the corner and that means Summer bikini weather is not far behind. There are several things you can do to ramp up for your Spring weight loss — from cleaning out your house to detoxing your body right before you start your new weight loss regime such as the 17 Day Diet.
Here are a few ways to Spring Clean Your Diet to help prepare your mind AND your body to be receptive to losing those stubborn pounds just in time for Summer. You already know the food types you are supposed to eat on the 17 Day Diet, but here are just a few more ways to get ready for the big weight loss:
1. Clean out refrigerator and freezer
Throw out all expired food items and restock with new foods such as fresh veggies, organic meats such as chicken and turkey and a few frozen items such as broccoli and cauliflower (for those budget conscious dieters). Get rid of sodas, sweets and other harmful “foods” not approved for your weight loss regimen.
2. Clean out pantry
Throw out expired food items, consolidate boxed food such as pasta, rice and grains to make room for new and healthy food. Stock up on healthy legumes and grains for your Cycle 2 and 3 days. Get rid of crackers, chips and anything else not approved for your 17 Day Diet program.
3. Replace old pots and pans
Cooking equipment that may be old and chipping away can be very unhealthy. Consider replacing your old scratched up Teflon pans with cooking utensils fit for a Queen!
4. Restock your gym bag
Add new tunes to your iPod, buy a new white, crisp towel, or buy new running/walking shoes that keep your feet safe from injury. Adding a few new items to your gym bag for those “treadmill” days will give you the extra motivation to get your 17 minutes of exercise in.
5. Clean your living space
Deep cleaning such as dusting and mopping makes for a healthier home environment. Who wants to be breathing in those dust bunnies? We all know that deep breathing helps you lose more weight. Why not start your Spring diet off right deep breathing fresh, clean air.
6. De-clutter your living space
Get rid of clutter in the corners, in the closets and under your bed. Clutter keeps your brain from doing what it needs to do — focusing on the goal at hand without distraction. Studies have shown that clutter reduces productivity due to lack of concentration.
7. Make your bedroom your sanctuary
Remove the TV, de-clutter and place candles, lavender scent and beautiful images to provide yourself a peaceful, comfortable and tranquil living space. Getting a restful night is the key to successful weight loss.
8. Detox your body
After you have “detoxed” your home, start your weight loss with a liver detox. Ridding your body of its harmful toxins will help your liver work stronger and more efficient to help you lose weight.
9. Stock up on healthy recipes
Planning a week ahead with healthy and delicious recipes and meal plans will ensure you will stay motivated on your weight loss plan. Gone are the days stressing over what to make for dinner after a long day at work. Easing stress will help your body release pounds (and keep you from stopping by the fast food drive in on the way home from the office).
10. Get help if you really need it
We are all busy and sometimes a helping hand is just what we need. The 17 Day Diet Blog (17DD Blog) has created a very special kit to help you when you need it most. Simple N’ Lean 17 is chock-full of resources such as planned out meal plans for every day of Cycles 1, 2 and 3, grocery/shopping lists (print and go), over 100 recipes designed for the 17 Day Diet and much more.
Original article and pictures take 17ddblog.com site
