• Sugar Cookies

    Sugar Cookie Dreams! #nakednutrition

    Since this blog has been in existence I’ve been on the never ending quest to lose weight.  I have GOT TO start hiding myself better after I do manage to lose a few pounds because they always find me!! I know one of The Peanuts suggested I stop saying lose because losing means eventually FINDING. So ditch ’em? Anywayyyyyyyyyyy………. squirrel Christmas time is my downfall.  There are so many tasty treats everywhere I go. Yes, in my own kitchen as well. With sugar cookies at the top of that temptation list. Does anything taste better than a warm fresh from the oven sugar cookie? Naked Nutrition to the rescue The…

  • Obesity: What next?

    Overweight and obesity are global trends affecting millions of people worldwide. Almost half the population of the United States has a bit of extra weight, while each third American has obesity. Many people believe obesity is just an aesthetic problem and do not realize its health complications. However, having trouble finding brands that fit your body is not a problem at all compared to the damage it does to your internal organs.  What is obesity? Obesity is commonly defined as having an excess of body fat. The commonly accepted way to tell if you are obese or not is by measuring your Body Mass Index, or BMI. If you are…

  • Woman-eating-Turkey-Cranberry-Salad

    Ordering Meal Plans to Lose Weight Successfully

    Health experts say that overeating may be the main cause of obesity, so its important to carefully watch what you put in your mouth if you want to drop unwanted kilos. Unfortunately, eating to lose weight is easier said than done. But the good news is that it is possible to order meal plans for weight reduction online to make it easier for you to lose weight. With the convenience of online food ordering, a meal that’s perfect for attaining your weight loss goal is already on its way to your doorstep. This approach is a far cry from preparing your own meals which usually calls for lots of guessing and effort. Weight loss…

  • Blast from the past Very First post!

    Here is my very first post dated July 1, 2009. WOW a lot has changed!  I now have 3 perfect Grandbabies!  I no longer work as a receptionist.  Now I babysit full time. Somethings stayed exactly the same…. I still can’t handle stress without eating. I still could easily eat a 1lb bag of peanut butter M&M’s at one sitting.  (Notice how I am now avoiding all mention of dieting!??!  Yea….. oh well, 2013 is a new year right??) Let’s get this party started!! Hello! As you may have read from my bio my name is Connie. I’m 51. Married mother of 3. First time Grandma with 1 absolutely PERFECT…

  • One big UGH!!!

    The last day of vacation makes me sad.  I don’t wannnnnnnnna go back to the real world!!!  The real world means getting up early, dieting, exercising and going to work.  I DON’T WANNNNNNNAAAA!!!!!!  I would rather see how the other half live… you know the one’s?  You DO?!?!  Could you introduce ME?!?!?

  • Ring ring…

    Today was my weekly phone call with Tyler at WellStrong Fitness. Tyler is really pleased with my progress. (Helllllo! ME TOO!!!! I’m 23.5 pounds lighter! Okay, you know I have to add a YEA ME!!! There… I feel better. I mean really? A whole blog entry and no YEA ME?!?! Really?!?!) Tyler said I get to continue with what I’m doing now. Weighted vest, no fruit at night. Lean meats and lots of salads. I told Tyler that I bought a weighted Jump-rope, he was pleased with that. I am to start out with just 5 minutes of jumping and only 3 days. (WHEW!!! MAN!! Can you imagine if he…