You want it? Work for it ;)

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Almonds

Almonds: Hey, guess what? Almonds are seeds, not nuts, and they're stuffed with vitamin E, a potent sun blocker. Volunteers who consumed 14 milligrams of the vitamin per day (about 20 almonds) and then were exposed to UV light sunburned less than those who took none. "Vitamin E acts as an antioxidant that helps to protect skin cells from UV light and other environmental factors that generate cell-damaging free radicals," explains Jeffrey Dover, M.D., associate clinical professor of dermatology at Yale University.

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You are what you eat

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Healthy eating

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I fell off the wagon but...

I am definitely back on track!!! Join me... we can do this!

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Cheers to the freaking weekend!

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My flat tummy secret

I have always been asked about my abs. People often ask me "how did you get your flat stomach". Even when I gain weight my tummy never gets big. This is because I have been working out my abs as a routine twice a day doing just what you see in this video.

While doing this you need to be aware that you need a period of rest. You can't be working your abs every single day. You have to rest at least two days. So what I suggest is to do it every morning and evening of week days (Monday to Friday) and rest on the weekend (Saturday and Sunday).

However, results do not happen over night. You have to be patient! and NOT GIVE UP. But trust me. Once results will appear, you will be more than happy.

And don't worry, you can thank me later

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Eat-Stop-Eat •Alternate Day Fasting

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Bad news

I couldn't survive the water detox fasting. I had to eat today because I was feeling so deezy. So I ate breakfast, Lunch and Snacks. To balance it I burnt about 700 calories at the gym. So I believe I am all good.

While at the gym I had a thought. Since fasting for short period of time is good for the health but, since I couldn't go on for more than a day. Why not alternate it. Like fasting for a day, eating the next and fasting again. So I research on that. And guess what I found! >>> Click Here <<< for the next post

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Fit is the new sexy

Love Handles or Cheechos

Wanna get rid of them? 

You must learn to moderate your intake of greasy fried foods, sugary sweets, breads & desserts, alcohol, late night snacking, over condimenting foods with salts, spices, ketchups, sauces & etc. 

Now incorporate a mean cardio game & abdominal routine & you're on your way!
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My Water Fasting Detox starts today

This is the PAGE I will be updating to share my detoxes. 

Keep posted.

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Another Week, Another Challenge

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What is HEALTHY eating

Here is my healthy eating pyramid of choice. The Harvard Healthy Eating pyramid. 

If you have 10 minutes of your time. Watch the video for in depth details. It will teach you how to make the right choices when comes to what to eat. I hope you enjoy it.

And of course you must drink water. At least 8 glasses per day :)

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"Many of life’s failures are people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up"

-Ennaid Sayer

Keep the snacks under 50 Calories

Satisfy your sweet tooth

1. 1⁄2 medium apple, baked, topped with 1 Tbsp lowfat yogurt sprinkled with cinnamon (45 calories)

2. 1⁄2 small banana, frozen (45 calories)

3. 4 oz unsweetened applesauce sprinkled with cinnamon (49 calories)

4. 1 miniature box of raisins (45 calories)

5. 2 sugar-free ice pops (30 calories)

6. 1 sugar-free fudge ice pop (35 calories)

7. 12 cherries (48 calories)

8. 1 individual serving sugar-free gelatin with 3 Tbsp light whipped topping (40 calories)

9. 1⁄2 cup strawberries with 21⁄2 Tbsp nonfat yogurt (47 calories)

10. 14 seedless red grapes, frozen (48 calories)

Indulge a salt craving

11. 11⁄2 cups salted air-popped popcorn (46 calories)

12. 1⁄4 cup shelled edamame with sea salt (37 calories) 

13. 8 oz miso soup (36 calories)

14. 1 pretzel rod (37 calories) 

15. 1⁄4 small bag of Glenny's lightly salted soy crisps (35 calories) 

16. 1 medium sliced cucumber mixed with 1⁄4 cup sliced onion, 1⁄2 cup chopped celery, 4 Tbsp vinegar and salt to taste (45 calories)

17. 6 oz eight-vegetable juice (39 calories)

18. 1 kosher dill pickle (10 calories)

Crunch and munch

19. 1⁄2 cup jicama with 4 oz salsa (49.5 calories) 

20. 11⁄2 cups sugar snap peas (40 calories)

21. Small celery stalk smeared with 1⁄2 Tbsp natural peanut butter (49 calories)

22. 1⁄2 small apple with 1 tsp soy butter (46 calories) 

23. 1 brown rice cake with 1 Tbsp sugar-free jam (44 calories)

Smooth and creamy

24. 1 Laughing Cow Light Garlic & Herb wedge spread on cucumber slices (35 calories)

25. 1 tsp almond butter (34 calories)

26. 1⁄2 cup fat-free Greek yogurt with 1 tsp sugar-free strawberry jam (43 calories)

27. 1 oz avocado (about 1⁄8 of an avocado) squirted with lime (45 calories)

28. 8 grape tomatoes dipped in 1 Tbsp light cream cheese (46 calories)

Cheesy whizzes

29. 6 pieces of endive filled with 1⁄2 oz reduced-fat feta cheese (49 calories)

30. 1 slice fat-free American cheese (30 calories)

31. 1 large tomato, sliced, topped with 1 Tbsp Parmesan, broiled (44 calories)

32. 1 oz fat-free cottage cheese on 1 slice caraway Finn Crisp Crispbread (38 calories)

33. 1 oz fat-free mozzarella dipped in 1 tsp marinara sauce (46 calories)

Power up on protein

34. Turkey rollups: 2 slices white meat turkey rolled in 2 lettuce leaves (46 calories)

35. 1 oz smoked salmon (about 1 slice) on 2 Wheat Thins crackers (Multi-Grain) (48 calories)

36. 1 tofu dog with 1 Tbsp sauerkraut (48 calories)

37. 1⁄2 cup plain fat-free yogurt sprinkled with 1 tsp sunflower seeds (49.6 calories)

38. 1.3 oz water-packed tuna with 1 tsp Dijon mustard (48 calories)

39. 2 large hard-cooked egg whites with 1 cup sliced cucumber (48 calories)

40. 1 slice Wasa Fibre Crispbread with 2 tsp hummus (45 calories)

41. 1 medium water-packed sardine with slice of red onion (35 calories)

Solid standbys

42. 1⁄2 cup melon with 2 Tbsp 1% cottage cheese (47 calories) 

43. 1⁄2 small grapefruit (32 calories)

44. 1⁄3 cup blueberries with 1 Tbsp light sour cream (47 calories) 

45. 1⁄2 cup carrots with 1 Tbsp light ranch dressing (45 calories)

Thirst quenchers

46. 1⁄2 cup nonfat milk with 1 Tbsp Walden Farms calorie-free chocolate syrup (40 calories)

47. 1 packet of sugar-free hot chocolate made with 1⁄4 cup skim milk and 3⁄4 cup hot water (47 calories)

48. 3⁄4 cup almond milk (45 calories)

49. 3⁄4 cup seltzer with 1⁄4 cup cranberry juice and a lime wedge (33 calories)

50. Homemade iced green tea (with artificial sweetener if desired) (0 calories)

SOURCE: Read more: 50 Best Snacks Under 50 Calories - Woman's Day 

5-Day Water Fasting Challenge

Fasting is one of the very best way to “reset the system” and get back on track on the path of ultimate health. A short water fast is the very best way to kickstart your health whenever you’ve fallen off the wagon. And as I mentioned before, I did fell off the wagon really bad. Normally, a 3 day water fast is more recommanded. But I am going on a 5 day water fast detox which is intense! 


I FOUND AND ALTERNATIVE WAY AND BETTER WAY.
CLICK HERE

I found out a that water fast could be good for:

 • Going through a tough period of life when you have a lot on your mind (including handling difficult situations such as grief)

• Get back on track with the raw food diet

• Improve digestion

• Eliminate depression

 • Eliminate short-term pains such as headaches, bad sleeping habits, etc.

Note: Not everyone can benefit from a short 3-day fast, and you should ask your licensed health practitioner if you have any doubt. Fasting is not advised for many health conditions. Ask your doctor first.

Enjoy this video I found on the internet that talks more about the benefits of water fasting.

I will keep you posted on how it goes. 

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Routine

Not that cute but hey, that's exactly the reason why I am dedicated more than ever to go back on track. I will be posting update pictures every week so you to see the progress. I have a long way to go. And I am ready.

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Welcome to my blog

•Who am I?

My name is Melyssa. I live in New York and I work in the fashion industry. I am in no way a personal trainer nor a nutritionist. I am a newbie blogger who just share my personal experiences and thoughts.

•Why this blog?

First and foremost because I've been letting myself go way too far. Slagging around and eating junk food daily. As a result, I've gained tones of weight and my beautiful pair of jeans refuse to fit. So I think it's time for me to take the wheels and get my body back. Secondly, I could have done this without blogging but my lack of motivation encouraged me to do so. In that way I would be much more consistent since I would be required to update the blog and I might also inspire other people in the same case.

•What would be the blog content?

In this blog I would share loads of tips on how to become fit when working out and how to lose weight the healthy way. All tips would either be found online or from friends who are personal trainers. I will also share photos of my fitness and weight loss progress. Finally, I would share some motivational and inspirational quotes and pictures.

On that note, I hope you enjoy your visit.

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