For those of you who don't follow near enough blogs, here is another one. I have decided to keep a seperate blog for my Paleo stuff. I think it will be easier for me to keep track of what is going on with my challenge and the results. I'll post recipes, info, and tips. If you want to follow along, here is the link:
http://practicallypleasingpaleo.blogspot.com/
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
Friday, February 24, 2012
Sweet and Sour Sauce
I love teriyaki sauce on my stir fry, but since it is soy, it is a no-no on the Paleo diet. Here is a very easy substitute.
Citrus Sweet and Sour
juice from 1 each
lemon
lime
grapefruit (pink, from Texas of course)
2 tbsp honey
1/2 tsp ground ginger
1/4 tsp granulated garlic
Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce to a simmer and reduce to desired consistency.
Yesterday did not go so well. My blood sugar was low, too low, all day. (I don't think cavemen used insulin, so they didn't have to bring their blood sugars back up.) I drank several ginger ales, ate sugary snacks like they were, well, candy. Then we went to the Thunder/Lakers game and it dropped twice while we were there. That.'s after eating a meal at home before going and another at Toby Keith's (it got low there too). So I finally said the heck with it yesterday and just ate whatever and let me tell you, the baked potato with sour cream and butter and cheese was awesome and it wasn't even that great of a potato. The few bites of Jeff's chicken fried steak were good too! Feeling much better today. Not sure what the deal was, but hoping it doesn't happen again.
Citrus Sweet and Sour
juice from 1 each
lemon
lime
grapefruit (pink, from Texas of course)
2 tbsp honey
1/2 tsp ground ginger
1/4 tsp granulated garlic
Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce to a simmer and reduce to desired consistency.
Yesterday did not go so well. My blood sugar was low, too low, all day. (I don't think cavemen used insulin, so they didn't have to bring their blood sugars back up.) I drank several ginger ales, ate sugary snacks like they were, well, candy. Then we went to the Thunder/Lakers game and it dropped twice while we were there. That.'s after eating a meal at home before going and another at Toby Keith's (it got low there too). So I finally said the heck with it yesterday and just ate whatever and let me tell you, the baked potato with sour cream and butter and cheese was awesome and it wasn't even that great of a potato. The few bites of Jeff's chicken fried steak were good too! Feeling much better today. Not sure what the deal was, but hoping it doesn't happen again.
Thursday, February 23, 2012
The Seniors
Last night the Alumni played the AC Jr./ Sr. Team for the championship. We (Alumni) won ending our season with only one loss. Just a couple of weeks ago Elijah asked why the seniors played the students. I was a bit confused, thinking that the seniors are students. Then it dawned on me,
"Do you mean the old people?"
"Yes."
"We aren't old. I'm the oldest one of the team."
"But it's not fair."
"Why not?"
Is he about to redeem himself?
"Because they are younger and more athletic."
No redemption. My indignant reply?
"Well, we've beaten them all!"
Long live the Seniors!!
"Do you mean the old people?"
"Yes."
"We aren't old. I'm the oldest one of the team."
"But it's not fair."
"Why not?"
Is he about to redeem himself?
"Because they are younger and more athletic."
No redemption. My indignant reply?
"Well, we've beaten them all!"
Long live the Seniors!!
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Three Hurdles
I have found three basic hurdles to a strict paleo lifestyle (besides not scavenging): Cheese, brain farts, and Thunder basketball. Cheese- because I loooooove it, brain farts- not just sticking any food item in my mouth without thinking, and Thunder basketball- water is the only thing at the concession stands that is Paleo.
Cheese I'm doing okay with, even though I really do want a big chunk of Brie right now. it's just sitting in my fridge calling to me as I write this. (Don't worry little Brie, open meal is coming up!) Brain farts are getting better, at least there are fewer of them. Thunder basketball is another story. Well, it wouldn't be if I would just eat before the game. Problem with that is that we leave around 5 to get there.
Solution: I am just going to have to sneak food into the games! So today I am preparing my Thunder snack food. I bought strawberries and they are dehydrating. I have coco-coconut bars I could take or just some nuts. Then I can always take some jerky for some protein.
Paleo is taking a little more planning than I would have liked, so it had better be worth it. Not seeing anything to be able to say one way or the other yet. Of course there have been two Thunder games this week and one more to go.
On another subject. I have been working out one-on-one with Jason at Crossfit OKC. I can see improvements there and I finally did some lifting today. That's the part I like! He told me to be ready for a big workout tomorrow. Great, he may actually be trying to kill me. Especially since he convinced me to buy some fish oil. It helps get rid of excess belly fat. It doesn't come by the gallon though.
Cheese I'm doing okay with, even though I really do want a big chunk of Brie right now. it's just sitting in my fridge calling to me as I write this. (Don't worry little Brie, open meal is coming up!) Brain farts are getting better, at least there are fewer of them. Thunder basketball is another story. Well, it wouldn't be if I would just eat before the game. Problem with that is that we leave around 5 to get there.
Solution: I am just going to have to sneak food into the games! So today I am preparing my Thunder snack food. I bought strawberries and they are dehydrating. I have coco-coconut bars I could take or just some nuts. Then I can always take some jerky for some protein.
Paleo is taking a little more planning than I would have liked, so it had better be worth it. Not seeing anything to be able to say one way or the other yet. Of course there have been two Thunder games this week and one more to go.
On another subject. I have been working out one-on-one with Jason at Crossfit OKC. I can see improvements there and I finally did some lifting today. That's the part I like! He told me to be ready for a big workout tomorrow. Great, he may actually be trying to kill me. Especially since he convinced me to buy some fish oil. It helps get rid of excess belly fat. It doesn't come by the gallon though.
Saturday, February 18, 2012
Blast From The past
I got to thinking about this earlier when I was asked what my goals were for Paleo. Do I want to be healthier, stronger, faster? Those are all great and the answer would be "Yes", to all. But if I must be honest, it is purely vanity. I want to look good naked (TMI, I know). Anyway. as I was thinking, this came to mind. Captain Caveman was probably Paleo, and I am pretty sure that is not a look I am going after. Wait, are any of you even old enough to remember Captain Caveman?
Day 4-I Think
I didn't bother to look back to make sure, but I am pretty sure this is day 4. I had a basketball game tonight. It went really well. First of all, I didn't injure anything but my thumb nail, so that's good. Second we won. We played against my daughter's team, this means I am playing girls that are quite literally young enough to be my daughters. This was the least tired I have felt all season.
Well, for breakfast this morning I had leftover Chicken "Noodle " soup. I figure that cavemen probably ate whatever they had around, so I guess I will too. Besides, what makes that any weirder than cold pizza (besides the delicious cheese)? For linner (lunch/dinner) I had ocean perch (wish we could get fresh fish around here) with lemon, smoked paprika and garlic, with cauliflower and salad. on the salad and cauliflower I had a homemade dill vinaigrette. The recipe is below. Then after my game it was a boiled egg and coco-coconut square.The recipe for them is below as well.
Dill Vinaigrette
Ingredients:
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tbsp red wine vinegar (some say it's not paleo, some say it's fine you can replace with citrus juice)
1 tbsp honey (or 1 packet of Splenda)
1/2 tsp dried dill weed
1/8 tsp onion powder
1/8 tsp garlic powder
1/8 tsp dry mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
Method:
In a blender, combine the oil, vinegar, sugar, dill weed, onion powder, garlic powder, dry mustard. Blend until smooth. Add salt and pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate until chilled.
Read more: http://www.marksdailyapple.com/10-delicious-diy-salad-dressings/#ixzz1mn71nB3l
Coco-coconut squares
1/2 cup of each of the following-2 1/2 cups total
raw almonds
raw walnuts
raw pecans
raw macadamia nuts
raw hazelnuts
raw pumpkin seeds
6-10 dates
2-4 tablespoons virgin coconut oil
to taste
cocoa powder
freshly ground coffee (very fine)
Shredded coconut
Place nuts and seeds in food processor and blend t a course meal. Place in a bowl to the side. Put dates and coconut in the processor. Process until smooth. Add nut mixture back and add coconut oil, cocoa, and coffee. Process until it starts to form a ball. (The amount of dates will depend on personal taste and also on how well the mixture sticks together.) Sprinkle shredded coconut evenly in 8x8 dish and spread nut mixture over that. Sprinkle more coconut over the top and press in to mixture. Cut into 1 inch squares. Set in fridge to harden. Best stored in the fridge since coconut oil melts at such a low temperature.
You can also roll the mixture into balls and roll in shredded coconut, or use mini cupcake liners or candy foils and sprinkle with the coconut. The 8x8 pan is the laziest and easiest way to do it!
Well, for breakfast this morning I had leftover Chicken "Noodle " soup. I figure that cavemen probably ate whatever they had around, so I guess I will too. Besides, what makes that any weirder than cold pizza (besides the delicious cheese)? For linner (lunch/dinner) I had ocean perch (wish we could get fresh fish around here) with lemon, smoked paprika and garlic, with cauliflower and salad. on the salad and cauliflower I had a homemade dill vinaigrette. The recipe is below. Then after my game it was a boiled egg and coco-coconut square.The recipe for them is below as well.
Dill Vinaigrette
Ingredients:
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tbsp red wine vinegar (some say it's not paleo, some say it's fine you can replace with citrus juice)
1 tbsp honey (or 1 packet of Splenda)
1/2 tsp dried dill weed
1/8 tsp onion powder
1/8 tsp garlic powder
1/8 tsp dry mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
Method:
In a blender, combine the oil, vinegar, sugar, dill weed, onion powder, garlic powder, dry mustard. Blend until smooth. Add salt and pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate until chilled.
Read more: http://www.marksdailyapple.com/10-delicious-diy-salad-dressings/#ixzz1mn71nB3l
Coco-coconut squares
1/2 cup of each of the following-2 1/2 cups total
raw almonds
raw walnuts
raw pecans
raw macadamia nuts
raw hazelnuts
raw pumpkin seeds
6-10 dates
2-4 tablespoons virgin coconut oil
to taste
cocoa powder
freshly ground coffee (very fine)
Shredded coconut
Place nuts and seeds in food processor and blend t a course meal. Place in a bowl to the side. Put dates and coconut in the processor. Process until smooth. Add nut mixture back and add coconut oil, cocoa, and coffee. Process until it starts to form a ball. (The amount of dates will depend on personal taste and also on how well the mixture sticks together.) Sprinkle shredded coconut evenly in 8x8 dish and spread nut mixture over that. Sprinkle more coconut over the top and press in to mixture. Cut into 1 inch squares. Set in fridge to harden. Best stored in the fridge since coconut oil melts at such a low temperature.
You can also roll the mixture into balls and roll in shredded coconut, or use mini cupcake liners or candy foils and sprinkle with the coconut. The 8x8 pan is the laziest and easiest way to do it!
Friday, February 17, 2012
Day 3 The Taco Salad Dilemma
Yesterday went fine. Turkey, boiled egg, strawberries, and my no grain granola bar (a mistake that turned out to be okay). Then a salad for lunch and dinner. Vinegar really isn't on the Paleo plan but I did use just a bit on my salad. I'll use citrus next time.
Today I really wanted taco salad. How can you do that without chips, cheese, sour cream, and olives? Here's how- leave them out! Fine, but now you have meat and lettuce with some tomatoes, mmmmm! Well, since cheese is gone I added a boiled egg for a little more protein. To replace the sour cream or any dressing I just stirred in some guacamole. It was good but man I miss the cheese!
Now time to get dinner ready. Friday is dessert night so I am going to try coconut milk ice cream. If it's good I'll let you know.
Today I really wanted taco salad. How can you do that without chips, cheese, sour cream, and olives? Here's how- leave them out! Fine, but now you have meat and lettuce with some tomatoes, mmmmm! Well, since cheese is gone I added a boiled egg for a little more protein. To replace the sour cream or any dressing I just stirred in some guacamole. It was good but man I miss the cheese!
Now time to get dinner ready. Friday is dessert night so I am going to try coconut milk ice cream. If it's good I'll let you know.
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