Marie’s Update to Her Super Incredible Weight Loss Journey

Marie’s Update to Her Super Incredible Weight Loss Journey

Back in June 2012, I received an email from Marie who wanted to share her weight loss story. You can read her original story on the 17 Day Diet Blog here.

It’s now the New Year in 2013, and I received an update from Marie telling me how she’s doing. Here are her words and her before/after photos to show you that it is possible to lose weight on the 17 Day Diet. Congratulations, Marie! You are truly an inspiration to all of us!

Remember me? I’m Marie and I just hit reply to this email [July 2012 Newsletter] that featured my story… I wrote this on my 85th day on the 17 Day Diet.

Well, at that time, I had lost 44.5 lbs? I’ve not strayed…. and wanted to update you.

Since then, I’ve continued on my journey with the 17 Day Diet as my inspiration. I still use it’s core principles every single day… the warm lemon water in the morning, the 2 probiotics every day, the 2 fruit a day by 2 pm, the lean protein and cleansing vegetables and from time to time the allowed carbs. I get in my minimum of 17 minutes a day of exercise and I’m VERY happy to say that I’m now down 122 lbs! I started this diet on March 19, 2012. I’m hoping to be down 150 lbs by my 1 year anniversary!

I have learned that eating clean foods is the way to go. I’ve never gained that knowledge with any other diet in my life. I will never go back to the way I ate before. I just won’t. I’ve learned too much. The way I feel is that all other diets are there to get you a lower number on the scale (which is what they are meant to do)… but this diet, in my opinion, has really touched me in a different way. I suffer from degenerative arthritis. I have really started paying attention to the foods I eat and have been looking online and researching the best foods to eat for arthritis and do you know that the best 10 foods to eat for arthritis are foods that I eat on this diet? I’ve been eating them since March! Nearly daily! That was eye opening! It basically showed me that this diet isn’t just about a number on the scale, it’s about eating for health. It’s about eating for my body. I now feel that the foods I put into my body are for a purpose. They are to extend my life. They are to make me healthier and more fit!

I’m very grateful I found this diet… I am so blessed. I just turned 45 yrs old yesterday. I remember my 40th birthday and that one was NOT a good one for me. But, I really did feel like a healthier person celebrating this birthday!

My husband has lost 73 lbs on the diet as well! He’s about 25 lbs left to goal and I’m about 90 to goal.

Thank you! I’m enclosing a picture with this updated story!

Here’s Marie’s before and after photo. If you want to say hello and congratulate Marie, leave your comment below and make sure you check out her new blog.

Marie's before and after photo -- 122 pounds lost on the 17 Day Diet since March 2012 #17DayDiet

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Mahi Mahi with Citrus-Herb Salad over Riced Cauliflower

Mahi Mahi with Citrus-Herb Salad over Riced Cauliflower

If you’re looking for a simple dish with full flavor, look no further. I’m not a fan of white fish, but the Mahi Mahi recipe is to die for. The combination of sweet and salty over the tender fish is out of this world. Now, you won’t necessarily find Mahi Mahi on any of the Cycle Food Lists for the 17 Day Diet, but I personally think it’s fine for all cycles. If you think about it, if the doctor had to list every known healthy protein source, the list would be a mile long.

Lastly, there is fruit in this dish, but the amount is so small that I think it’s just fine to have for dinner.

Mahi Mahi with Citrus-Herb Salad over Riced Cauliflower

Ingredients:

4 Mahi Mahi Filets (defrost if frozen)

2 Yellow Bell Peppers, sliced

1 Large Orange, zested, peeled and segmented

1 Shallot, finely diced

4 Tablespoons fresh parsley leaves, divided

1 Lemon, zested and cut into four wedges

4 Tablespoons Greek Olives, chopped

4 Tablespoons olive oil

Salt and pepper, to taste

1 Large Head Cauliflower

Directions:

Remove all greens from cauliflower and cut into sections, large enough to handle or small enough for your food processor. Wash and thoroughly dry the cauliflower sections. Either grate the cauliflower using a box grater or pulse using a food processor to make rice-sized pieces. Set aside in large bowl.

On medium heat, add 1 tbsp of olive oil in pan. Sautee sliced yellow bell peppers for 6-7 minutes, or until lightly browned and slightly soft.

While the bell pepper is cooking, zest the orange and lemon. Remove parsley from stems chop 2 tablespoons of the parsley and set aside all ingredients – this mixture will be used to flavor the cauliflower a bit later on.

Next, prepare the Citrus-Herb Salad by tossing the following ingredient in a bowl: segmented orange slices, diced shallot, lemon juice from 2 wedges, olives, remaining un-chopped parsley and 1 tbsp olive oil. Season with salt and pepper and mix well. Set aside.

Once bell peppers are done, set aside. In same pan, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the Mahi Mahi with salt and pepper on both sides and add to pan. Cook for about 3 minutes per side, until opaque. Once done, squeeze lemon juice from 1 lemon wedge over fish. Set aside.

During the remaining 3 minutes of the fish cooking, in a separate pan, heat remaining 1 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat. Once pan is very hot, add riced cauliflower and season with salt and pepper. Sautee cauliflower for 3 minutes. At the very end, add the lemon and orange zest, chopped parsley and remaining juice from 1 lemon wedge to cauliflower and heat through.

To serve, place a serving of riced cauliflower on a plate. Top with bell peppers. Next, place Mahi Mahi and top with citrus-herb salad.

Yields 4 Servings

Approved for all cycles.

Original article and pictures take 17ddblog.com site

Lunch Smoothie Recipe for the 17 Day Diet

Lunch Smoothie Recipe for the 17 Day Diet

By now, you’ve probably heard that the 17 Day Diet went through a major “breakthrough” in 2014. Dr. Moreno now has included the optional Transitional Day Fast as part of the diet to help you burn more fat. Here is the lunch smoothie recipe for the 17 Day Diet.

Lunch Smoothie Recipe

1 cup plain low-fat yogurt

1/3 cup unsweetened almond milk

1 cup frozen strawberries

1 serving vanilla whey protein powder

1 serving powdered fiber

Truvia, to taste

Place the ingredients in a blender, and blend until smooth. Freeze. Makes 1 serving.

Tip from Book: If you’re doing your Transitional Day Fast on a weekday, and you work, make your smoothie ahead of time and freeze it in a Ziploc baggie. Take your frozen smoothie to work and place it in the refrigerator. Your smoothie will be ready to drink just in time for lunch.

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Low-Fat Low-Carb Mini Cheesecakes (17DD Friendly)

Low-Fat Low-Carb Mini Cheesecakes (17DD Friendly)

Do you crave something sweet and savory, but not sure what you’re allowed to eat on the 17 Day Diet that might be guilt-free?

Look no further! It’s a low-fat, low-carb mini cheesecake to the rescue! Thanks to blog reader, Dorinda, for this recipe. I made these and they are so super easy, super quick and super delicious! Enjoy!

Low-Fat, Low-Carb Mini Cheesecakes (17DD Friendly)

Ingredients

6 oz. low fat cream cheese, room temperature

1/2 cup part skim ricotta cheese, room temperature

1 egg and 1 egg yolk (beaten),

2 teaspoons sweetener (Stevia) (use 2 tablespoons if you prefer a sweeter cake)

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Spray regular size muffin pan with non-stick spray (use cupcake liners instead if you prefer).

Add all ingredients to a large mixing bowl. Beat with an electric mixer until mixture is smooth.

Divide batter evenly into 6 muffin cups. Bake for 28 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a cake comes out clean.

Let cool on rack. Gently remove mini cheesecakes from pan.

Use your favorite berries for a topping or eat plain!

Approved for all cycles.

Yields 6 cakes. Serving size: 2 cakes.

Original article and pictures take 17ddblog.com site

Low carbs food

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The Best Low–Carb Cauliflower Pizza Crust Recipe

• “1 small to medium sized head of cauliflower – should yield 2 to 3 cups once processed
• ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
• ¼ cup mozzarella cheese
• 1 egg
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon basil or rosemary, minced (or dry)
• ½ teaspoon oregano, minced (or dry)
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 1-2 cups mozzarella cheese”

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Low Carb Asian Cauliflower Rice

Low Carb Asian Cauliflower Rice

Low Carb Asian Cauliflower Rice is a healthy take on fried rice thats delicious, and is perfect if you are gluten free or on a keto diet. Its ready in twenty minutes and loaded with veggies!

We have a totally hipster vibe going on the blog today because I’m sharing this amazing/ healthy/ vegan/ gluten free low carb asian cauliflower rice. I’m none of these things including hipster, vegan or gluten free but I love cauliflower rice so much that I had to share another take on this loaded veggie fried rice.

I know. Most of you will be like – why can’t we just eat regular rice like regular people? But guys just think about how great it’ll be if you can eat as much cauliflower rice as you want without feeling even mildly guilty about stuffing your face. Because this is really that good!

I think it even tops my mexican cauliflower rice recipe that’s such a hit with you guys, and happens to one of the MOST popular recipes on this little food blog.

Ricing your own cauliflower and turning it into cauliflower fried rice/ stir fry is the easiest thing to do and your stomach and weighing scale will thank you.

How to rice cauliflower for cauliflower rice?

Ricing cauliflower or making ‘cauliflower rice’ is super simple. Remove the stems and the hard base of the cauliflower. Cut it up into small florets and blitz it into your food processor till it turns into tiny rice like bits. But don’t take this too far or your cauliflower can turn into mush and then get pureed, sorta. Check out this great tutorial on the kitchn.

How to make cauliflower rice without a food processor?

If you don’t have a food processor, don’t worry. You can just grate the cauliflower and it’ll turn into cauliflower rice as you grate it. So to make cauliflower rice, all you need is a good quality grater and you are good to go. In some parts of the world, cauliflower rice is also available in supermarkets but I haven’t seen that in India yet.

This low carb asian cauliflower rice is such a flavour bomb. We stir fry a ton of veggies, garlic and celery and then toss everything together with cauliflower rice, oyster sauce, soy sauce and toasted sesame oil. Now don’t you skip the toasted sesame oil because it is the best thing that ever happened. And its what turns this standard cauliflower fried rice into a super amazing asian cauliflower rice recipe that you won’t stop eating. I don’t.

Confession: Denver’s not really into this super healthy stuff so its mainly me and my bowl of cauliflower rice. I end up making it for lunch because this low carb asian cauliflower rice takes me all of 20 minutes to whip up. If I have a poached egg, or some leftover grilled chicken, it’s a party on the table!

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Lose Inches With The 10 Best Foods For Weight Loss

Lose Inches With The 10 Best Foods For Weight Loss

One of the biggest parts of losing weight is changing how you eat. Some people may cut out junk food and soda while others might decide to go on a full-fledged diet. Either way, you're trying to find the foods that will best help you lose weight. Losing weight is hard enough as it is, but knowing what foods are good for you is half the struggle. Thankfully, this is one struggle that has become easier. Here are 10 foods to help you lose weight.

Unprocessed meats are high in protein, making them an ideal food for weight loss. You can even lose up to 100 calories per day with a high-protein diet! With more protein in your diet, you can cut your cravings by 60 percent and forget worrying about those late-night snack attacks. Try Honey Lemon Glazed Chicken for a healthy and protein-packed meal.

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2. Chia Seeds: These little seeds are some of the most nutrient-packed foods that you may ever find! One serving of chia seeds is packed with 11 grams are fiber, which allow the chia seed to absorb up to 11 to 12 times its weight in water. So, the seeds will expand in your stomach, making you feel full and reducing your appetite. Try chia seeds in a smoothie like this one!

Don't forget your fruits and veggies! No matter what, adding more of these to your diet and cutting out junk food will definitely help you lose that weight. Try to eat leafy greens like kale, spinach, collards and swiss chard. They're low in calories and carbs, and packed with nutrients and fiber to fill you up. You should also look for broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage and Brussels sprouts because they have tons of protein, fiber and cancer-fighting substances in them. One fruit you should add to your diet is grapefruit. It doesn't have many calories and it can help you feel fuller for longer.

4. Salmon:

This fish can keep you full for hours without that gnawing hungry feeling later on. Plus, it has tons of nutrients and fewer calories than other fish, so you don't have to worry about jumping on the scale afterwards. Salmon contains good levels of iodine, which is necessary for the proper function of your thyroid, as well as your metabolism. It also has lots of omega-3 fatty acids, which help to reduce inflammation and obesity. Check out our salmon recipes here.

>> Read more: Fish: Which Ones Are the Best to Eat and Why

When you're trying to lose weight, your go-to foods should be the ones that provide you with nutrients and fill you up too. That's what beans like lentils, black beans and kidney beans can do for you. They're high in protein and fiber, which give you that nice full filling after finishing a meal.

6. Soups:

Scientists have studied the difference between eating foods in soup and just eating those same foods without the soup. They proved that eating foods in soup makes people feel more satiated, allowing them to eat less calories. A little hint? It's because of the water in the soup. Foods that have a low-energy density usually have a lot of water in them (like fruits and vegetables). So by adding water to your meal, like in soup, you bring on the same effects of low-energy density foods. To get some healthy soup recipes, click here.

These healthy little green superfoods can help you lose weight too! Add one to your salad next time and it can make your nutrient intake increase immensely. Learn to properly open and peel an avocado with the video below and the try it out in our Avocado Chicken Salad.

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8. Cottage Cheese:

This food may not always look (or sound) appealing, it makes for a great source of protein. It's also filled with calcium, which aids in the burning of fat. Add just a cup of cottage cheese to your next meal and see how it can benefit your body!

With gluten-free diets becoming popular, the idea that grains are bad for you has also gotten popular. The truth is that not all grains are bad for you; whole grains like oats, quinoa and rice are not only beneficial to your body, but they can also help your metabolic health.

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10. Full-Fat Yogurt:

A strange choice for a weight loss food, right? What most yogurt companies won't tell you is that in order to make a fat-free yogurt, they take out all the flavor as well. They need to then replace it with something that will yield the same sweet flavor. Have you caught on yet? Yes, they replace it with sugary substances that are far from healthy. Low-fat yogurts have even been associated with obesity and Type 2 diabetes! Next time, just buy the full-fat yogurt and enjoy all the yummy natural fats.

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Life goes on and I don't think I'll be reviving chowstalker.

Life goes on and I don't think I'll be reviving chowstalker.

Life goes on and I don't think I'll be reviving chowstalker.

If you are interested in aquiring all the code, data (and contacts, with their permission) for this once very popular "paleo-inspired" recipe sharing site, please contact me at "ron strilaeff at gmail . com" .

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Lemony Herbed Chicken and Green Beans

Lemony Herbed Chicken and Green Beans

I completely believe simple is always a winner! This recipe is featured in both my C1 Challenge (Spring 2017) and my weekly meal planning service, Simply17.

Enjoy!

Lemony Herbed Chicken and Green Beans

Ingredients:

2 Tablespoons olive oil

1 lemon, zested and sliced

1 Tablespoon lemon juice (from part of the lemon)

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon dried Rosemary

1 teaspoon dried Thyme

Salt and Pepper, to taste

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed

Directions:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.

In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice, zest, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt and pepper.

On a large baking sheet place chicken breasts and green beans and drizzle herb mixture over top. Toss gently to coat evenly. Place lemon slices over the top of chicken and green beans.

Roast in oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until your chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F and your green beans are crispy.

Yields 4 Servings

Approved for all cycles.

Photo courtesy of 17DD Blog Community Member, Cynthia C.

Original article and pictures take 17ddblog.com site

Lemon Chicken with Veggies

Lemon Chicken with Veggies

Happy Wednesday! I have another Tried and True recipe here to start off your morning. I bet you’re wondering what you should do for dinner. Well, wonder no more. This Lemon Chicken with Veggies dish is just begging for you to make it. It seems like there are millions of different ways to make chicken. This recipe is a new way for us! It’s simple, delicious, and perfect for dinner! It can easily be changed up too, so I’m going to try some other vegetables next time we make it.

I love being able to throw something together before the kids get home from school, then let it cook while we do homework. It’s ready and perfect just in time for dinner. No crazy kids running around the kitchen at 5 o’clock while you’re trying to figure out what to make. Try it out and I bet you’ll love how smoothly your dinner prep (or as I like to call it “witching hour”) goes.

We love all the hearty veggies with this chicken and feel like you get an entire meal with this one recipe. Be sure to try it out and let us know how it goes.

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For video instructions, check out:

How to make Lemon Chicken:

Adapted from realsimple.com.

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Lemon and Herb Tilapia

Lemon and Herb Tilapia

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Tilapia is a mild white fish. The average tilapia fillet weighs about 4 ounces, with only around 109 calories and 22 grams of protein. It's an excellent choice for the weight-conscious, and it's low in mercury.

Tilapia fillets are thin and cook quickly. The simple preparation steps and quick baking time make this tilapia recipe perfect for a busy evening. The recipe takes no more than 30 minutes, start to finish!

The butter, lemon, and herbs flavor the fish beautifully, and it makes a fabulous meal with hot cooked rice or a baked potato. I love Brussels sprouts or broccoli with fish, but any steamed vegetable or salad would make a good side dish. You'll find some cooking tips and substitution ideas below the recipe.

Related Recipe: Baked Tilapia With Roasted Red Pepper Mayonnaise

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Killer Kettlebell Workout

Killer Kettlebell Workout

Torch 300 Calories in 15 Minutes!

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Unlike many here-today-gone-tomorrow fitness crazes, kettlebell workouts are a time-honored technique that's just finally getting the attention it deserves. Since the weight isn't evenly distributed, using a cast-iron kettlebell forces your stabilizer muscles to work harder. As a result, you'll carve your core, sculpt your shoulders and back, and tone your butt and arms, as well as build power and boost endurance.

As for its calorie-burning capability, the average kettlebell workout melts away 20 calories a minute, says a recent study from the American Council on Exercise. That’s 300 calories gone in just 15 minutes!

Try this total-body circuit from kettlebell expert and celebrity trainer Paul Katami, star of the Kettlebell Konnect DVD. You can do it at home or in the gym to fry fat and tighten up from head to toe.

Workout details: Do a quick dynamic warm-up (1-2 minutes of jumping rope, jacks, or high-knee marches), and then do 1 set of the prescribed number of reps (or time) for each exercise. Move quickly from one move to the next with little rest in between. After you've finished the last exercise, rest 1-2 minutes, and then repeat the entire circuit 1 more time for a 15-minute, fat-blasting workout. If you're up for a challenge, complete 4 circuits total for a full 30-minute session.

You’ll need: A kettlebell (5-15 lbs, depending on your level)

(Never worked with a kettlebell before? Read these helpful tips before getting started.)

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Step-Out Swing

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A swing squat isn't like regular squats, Katami says. "It's a hybrid between a squat and a deadlift. A swing is a skill exercise that requires power and momentum."

How to do it: Stand with your feet together, holding the kettlebell in front of your thighs. Step out with your right foot, push your hips back, and lower into a squat. Maintain the natural arch in your spine as you swing the kettlebell between your legs. Swing the bell up in front of your chest (arms stay extended) and quickly step your right foot back into your left. Do this movement as many times as you can with good form for 30 seconds with your right leg, and then 30 seconds with the left.

Squat Rotator

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"The core comes alive on this one!" Katami says. "It's a combo of a basic squat and a windmill of sorts."

How to do it: Start standing, feet together, with the bell in your right hand in ‘rack’ position (the bell should rest on the back of your hand with the handle running diagonally across your palm). Step out to the left and lower into a squat as you press the bell to ceiling and reach your left hand down between your feet. Try to create a straight line between both hands with your arms, and then slowly return to start position. Perform the movement for 30 seconds on each side (60 seconds total) with no rest in between.

Training tip: "Rotation through the midsection should be the primary focus," Katami says. "Always track your eyes with the bell above you, watching the bell the whole time, and carefully return to the rack position at the start."

Gunslinger Lunge

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Build strength in your biceps and forearms while you shape up your lower body with this compound exercise.

How to do it: Start with feet together, holding the bell in your left hand. Step back with your left leg, lower into a lunge, and perform a biceps curl (bell bottom down). Immediately return to the starting position. Do 12-15 reps in a row on each side.

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This power move incorporates the entire body, but it really engages your abs during the press.

How to do it: Stand with your feet hip-width apart, with the bell in your left hand in rack position, right hand tucked under your left palm. Push your hips back and bend your knees to lower into a squat, and then quickly explode upward, pressing the bell overhead, reaching your right arm down by your side. Return to rack position and repeat. Perform the movement for 30 seconds on each side (60 seconds total) with no rest in between.

High Pull Burpee

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Get ready to work it! Those burpees you love to hate are taken to a whole new level with this combo move.

How to do it: Hold the kettlebell in your right hand and stand with your feet slightly wider than hip-width apart. To perform a basic high pull, lower into a squat, swinging the bell through your legs, and as you stand, pull the bell back, bending your elbow [as shown in the top right photo]. Immediately lower into a squat and perform a burpee on top of the bell [bottom photo]. Return to start and repeat. Perform the movement for 30 seconds on each side (60 seconds total) with no rest in between.

Training tip: "The bell hand in the burpee takes very little weight," Katami says. So it's almost like a single-arm burpee on the free hand. "Never press directly into the bell in the pushup position," he adds.

Spider Drags

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Challenge your entire core (and more!) with this total-body exercise that's great for building core and shoulder stability.

How to do it: Start in an elbow plank position, with the bell just behind your right elbow. Step one hand in at a time to press up into full pushup position. Reach your right hand under, grab the bell, and drag it to the other side. Lower back down into modified plank one arm at a time. That's one rep. Complete 12 reps, alternating sides each time (6 reps per side).

Photos by: Vanessa Rogers Photography

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