Week 4

Build a Better TeamU Support Group

Just because you aren’t a part of the Better U group – that doesn’t mean you have to go this alone.  There may already be people in  your life that are your support you.  It’s helpful to identify them (and thank them for helping you.)

Types of Support:

  • Informational – Provide helpful information and suggestions on health, nutrition and physical activity
  • Emotional – Motive and encourage you to keep going on the road to heart health
  • Participant – Perform activities with you
  • Logistics – Handle practical assistance like childcare, transportation or other tasks so you can make time for yourself.

 

Dietitian Joan Davis shared a great article called “De-Stress in 3 Minutes or Less.”  It focused on getting your emotional eating under control before it controls you:

  • Minute 1: Stay Grounded
  • Minute 2: Reality Check
  • Minute 3: Putting Things in Perspective

Healthy Cooking

At Tuesday night’s meeting we also did a healthy recipe exchange.  Here are the recipes that were shared by members of the group.  Enjoy!

No-Flour Black Bean Brownies

Pumpkin Pie Dip

Sassy Wonton Tacos

Caramel Swirl Cream Puffs

Broccoli-Quinoa Casserole & Condensed Cream of Anything Soup

Low Fat Beef & Vegetable Soup

Grilled Chicken with Chipotle-Orange Glaze

Triple Chocolate Chunk Muffin

Lemon Shrimp & Spinach

Recipes Using Any Whey