I finally got over the soreness from my triumphant 300 push-ups the other day. My ankle still bothers me. I’m not going to the gym. However, I am still getting some strength conditioning in. I did 300 push-ups , 5 sets of 1 to 2 minute planks, and numerous sets of tri-cep workouts using my body weight. If I can’t go to the gym, the gym is coming to me and my office.
I love Sushi food. Problem is my honey won’t eat any seafood whatsoever; all due to a bad experience in Kenya with some not so hygienic women. As a result, I have not been to a Sushi restaurant in over a year. Once the economy lets up I plan on eating out a bit more and maybe with my girlfriends. What I love about Sushi, is some good sashimi and awesome rolls. I also love the miso soup they serve beforehand.
Again, with the economy on a downward spiral and money is tighter then ever, I have to find a way to enjoy my favorite dishes at a fraction of the cost. <!–[endif]–>
My sister on I bought the raw ingredients to make Miso soup after watching a demo at the Korean grocery supermarket. Well, language barrier and all, the demonstrator gave us directions on how to make it at home.
We bought the seaweed, miso soup base and tofu. Got it home and made a two gallon batch. It’s very ambitious as there’s only two of us eating it – my sister and me.
Last night I didn’t work out. I came on to BS, to update my accountability in the Wildcat forum. In doing so I logged my food intake and my last meal. I realized that I was looking at about 1700 calories for a non-workout day. Wow, that’s high. So I decided to skip out on the rice and stir-fry and ate 3 bowls of my miso soup. I’m so glad I did. It took my caloric intake to about 1300. That’s a 400 saving that I normally wouldn’t take.
<!–[if !supportEmptyParas]–><!–[endif]–> Going into my 10th day of no grazing I realized a few things. One, I have a ton of will power and once I make up my mind about something – it’s over; I’m going for it. I hope by day 30 I would lose at least 5 lbs but also pick up some good habits. Two, I realize that when forced to making changes, I ended up looking for healthier and more filling alternatives – and I found it. Three, I can win this battle against food.
I hope that I can inspire others to take a look at their eating habit and make healthier choices. Sometimes it’s easier said then done. I know this from personal experience. Last night was prime example.
<!–[if !supportEmptyParas]–><!–[endif]–> If you would like to eat seaweed and tofu with me – you will reap many healthy benefits.
Here’s a list of a few:
<!–[if !supportEmptyParas]–><!–[endif]–> Benefit of Tofu: Tofu – also known as Soya Bean Curd - has been called the perfect food. It is high in protein, low in saturated fats and a good source of calcium as well as vitamin E. It is also cholesterol free. It’s also known as ‘the cheese of Asia.’
Recent studies have also shown that Soya beans and products derived from them may play a role in preventing various types of cancer, particularly breast cancer. It has also been seen to have preventative capacity with regard to osteoporosis and symptoms related to menopause. An additional benefit of tofu is that it is extremely easy to digest. This is because the soya bean’s fiber is removed during the manufacturing process.
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One drawback associated with tofu is that it absorbs cooking fat easily. It will, in fact, take in about 15 % of the fat used in the frying process. Soya is also known to be a common cause of food allergy.
Tofu deserves to be a valuable addition to your diet. Ease into it slowly, however, monitoring if you are affected by any allergic reactions. Try to cook your tofu in non-fat products and you will enjoy all of the benefits of this high protein, low food Asian wonder food.
It also aides:
-A healthy heart
-Menopause Hormone Balance
<!–[if !supportEmptyParas]–><!–[endif]–> -Strong muscles and energy –
One 4 ounce serving of tofu packs 18% of an adult’s daily requirement for protein, and protein is crucial in building muscle. That same 4 ounce serving also contains one-third of the daily requirement of iron, as well as strong doses of antioxidants manganese, copper and selenium. These nutrients contribute to maintaining energy levels. Anti-oxidents are also believed to help prevent against a myriad of cancers by protecting DNA.
-Bone Health <!–[endif]–>
Tofu is a good source of dietary calcium, protecting against bone weakness, loss, osteoporosis and rheumatoid arthritis. A single serving delivers 10% of the daily value for calcium, yet has less calories than many dairy products.
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Weight Loss
Because tofu packs so many nutrients into a serving of between 70-100 calories, it can be a great part of a weight loss regimen or a way to maintain a healthy weight. It delivers the protein benefits of meat while still being low in saturated fat and sodium. <!–[endif]–>
With all these health benefits, tofu isn’t just for vegetarians anymore. Adding tofu to your diet, in moderation, can improve your overall well-being and help protect against serious health problems.
Health Benefits of Seaweeds or Kelp:
- Kelps correct mineral deficiencies.
- A good protective food, valuable in overcoming poor digestion, preventing and overcoming goiter (because it is the richest source of iodine), and rebuilding and maintaining the proper function of all glands.
- Reported to aid in brain development.
- Offsets deficiencies of an inferior diet.
- Kelp helps prevent osteoporosis.
- Beneficial for those suffering from impotence, anemia and emaciation.
- Helps to detoxify the body.
- Helps to increase metabolism.
May help in controlling obesity because it dissolves fatty wastes through the skin. Seaweed bath helps maintain hormone balance for a more youthful body.
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