Friday, January 6 2017
Hello, my friends!
Ok first, BRR. I was doing snow coverage all last night for work, so that means I was in a literal tundra/snow globe for a looong time.
But hey it was so incredibly fun, just exhausting! I love what I do.
I'm gonna try something new here, and just have it be like that "Hey, it's Ok!" section in one of the magazines I always read.
So, going along with that--the fact is...sometimes you can't eat the packed lunch that you brought in the car...because it's as cold as you are and that seems like a vile thing to do.
Instead, I opted for some hot cocoa and a chicken sandwich on a multigrain bun--with lettuce tomato and onions...with a salad instead of the fries that came with it.
Sorry not sorry, the sandwich was warm and Mare was cold.
Just letting you all know that IT'S ALRIGHT, you can let yourself do something you didn't plan on, as long as you stick to something moderately good for ya.
We're talking about food here, but with everything in life-plans change.
Happy Friday, and remember-don't sweat the small stuff!
XOXO
M
Friday, August 14 2015
Happy Friday everyone, or as I like to affectionately call it, "FRI-YAY."
Hope its been a productive week and that you're ready for some R&R this weekend...I know I am.
If you're planning on enjoying an alcoholic beverage later on to kick things off, I found this handy-dandy chart and I think you might like it!
I don't typically count calories when I'm enjoying a night out as far as the drinks go--I figure I don't drink as much as I did while I was in college, so why not enjoy myself. Either way, the humidity in Bemidji plus no A/C in the apartment means that I'm sweating out way more than usual HA!
Ok, well, now that you've got that visual...here's that chart!
Have a fantabulous weekend!
XOXO
M
Friday, June 19 2015
Ello, ello! How's it going for you all on this fine Friday? It can't be that bad...we've got the weekend on the horizon! Woohoo!
Now, that being said, some of you could be facing the most dreadful situation to healthy foodies: the fast food drive through. BUT! I found something that will help you in your continued quest to stay on track.
I found this handy, dandy little chart that breaks down some of the things you may just be able to skate away with eating.
BEHOLD!
Ok! We can do this people. We got it. Go forth and do all the things and (maybe) eat one of these if you have to.
XOXO
M
Friday, May 29 2015
Oh, hello happy Friday friends! How are we feeling on this lovely day today? I'm feeling great. I'm about to go to a park with one of my great friends, Robyn!
Well, I've got an interesting fact for you just in time for the weekend! I got it from here: http://www.factslides.com/s-Food .
So, I guess what I'm saying here is that you should stock up on that honey... and then do lots of healthy things with it. Honey is such a great replacement for sugar in so many recipes! Go for it.
Have a sweet weekend!
XOXO
M
Friday, March 27 2015
Happy happy Friday to all of you beauties!
So, if you've had an eventful week and you just want to catch up on some Zzzzz's this weekend, I don't blame you! I've been on another level getting all sorts of things done.
If you're looking for a little help in the snooze-department, look no further than onions! Yes, you read that correctly...onions!
Click on that picture to get to the website that I found this fact on!
Hope everyone has a beautiful weekend full of healthy food, family and of course...fun!
XOXO
M
Friday, March 20 2015
Gooood Friday morning, everyone!
How are we all feeling? I hope you're feeling accomplished after this week- I know I am! It's been hard to fight my stress-cravings lately, so I'm glad that things are finally calming down (a bit) again.
Anyways, if you're looking for a way to switch up your salad game, look no further than good ol' spinach.
Popeye had it right ladies and gents, it's loaded with good stuff like fiber...and it's only about seven calories per cup! That's right. Eat away, people.
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| Photo from Mercola article |
There you have it, everybody! Stock up on a few bags of green goodness and get creative this weekend!
XOXO
M
Friday, March 13 2015
Well, here we are everybody...another glorious Friday is upon us again!
With every weekend that comes along, the temptation to snack comes with it-well at least for me it does!
I was going through my Tumblr, and I found a great list of sweet and crunchy snacks that are low in calories! Just in time for your weekend shenanigans! If you're city/town is celebrating St. Patrick's day like mine is, be safe and responsible.
Remember-it's OK to treat yo-self, just don't go crazy! I've got a fun-filled weekend planned, and I decided to make some green mint crinkle cookies. These aren't "healthy," but everyone deserves the real deal once and awhile, am I right?
Find the list of snacks below!
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| Link to original List |
XOXO
M
(Screen shot of Buzzfeed list item)
Friday, March 6 2015
Happy happy Friday everyone! So sorry it's been a hot minute since we last met up here for some food/health facts!
I'm back in action and I promise to keep you updated weekly---I'm not going anywhere!
This week's fact comes from Buzzfeed, one of my fave websites right now. Such a guilty pleasure!
They've compiled a list of food facts and let me tell you, it's a good one!
One of the facts is quite interesting...
So there you have it, people! I think I know what I'll be grabbing at the store during my next shop.
After all, what's better than staying hydrated while eating? I think we've found the perfect solution.
Plus, it's almost St. Patty's so a green food is always welcome in March...am I right?! Here's the whole list: Buzzfeed List .
Have a lovely weekend everyone.
XOXO
M
Friday, February 13 2015
Alright, let's be real here-Valentine's Day eve (yeah, I'm making that a thing) is upon us, and there's nothing we can do about it.
But, we can talk about the fact that although you may not have a special someone, the day can be about showing appreciation of some sort, right?
That's why I'd really like us all-single or not to remember that we deserve all the self-love, and that we should take care of our minds and bodies.
So, here's a great list about taking care of yourself--easy ways to give your meals a healthy boost without too much fussing.
Check it out: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/healthy-eating-tips_b_6633216.html?utm_hp_ref=healthy-living
Happy Valentines, Galentines, or any other day on Earth to you--remember that loving yourself has to come first.
XOXO
M
Friday, January 16 2015
Congrats-you've made it to the end of another week! I know I've been pretty crappy at remembering to update this page, but I promise that 2015 will have plenty of helpful facts ahead!
Today, I thought it would be appropriate to talk to all you soda lovers out there. It's ok, I get it Coke is the best thing ever, truly. But, you might want to think twice about getting your mixed drinks with soda at the bar this weekend with your friends.
Take a look at this fact from Do Something (dosomething.org):
Pretty scary, right? That's what I thought when I read this too. So, remember...you can get that rum and Coke, but don't go overboard. Enjoy your weekend everyone!
XOXO
M
Friday, December 19 2014
Happy happy Friday, everybody! Well, you've made it through another week yet again--amazing how that works, isn't it?
Well, I for one am amazed at the fact that I haven't updated this page since October. Hope you'll forgive me for that one!
Anyways, I wanted to tell you about something I'll be doing starting today--healthy holiday tips! I want everyone to feel great throughout the holiday week coming up, and if you're in the midst of Hanukkah like my family and I on top of that--this applies to you too!
Follow my Twitter handle, @EatBeMaryBlog for my tips and tricks to stay healthy during this crazy and wonderful time of year!
If you're already snacking on cookies--don't worry, I approve. Life is too short not to enjoy that stuff--in moderation of course!
Yes, this is a little different than my normal Friday Fact, but what good can come out of me telling you how many calories are in a serving of eggnog or a plate of fried potato pancakes?
Thought so.
XOXO
M
Friday, October 17 2014
Hello, everyone! Happy Friday. Hope you've been having a stellar day--even if it's gloomy weather-wise like it has been for me!
I want to give you a cool tidbit of information that may surprise-and even inspire you!
We all know that it's a good thing when our freshly-prepared meal smells delicious. But, that waft might be doing more than you think! According to Crazy Health Facts, the stronger the aroma, the better! Why? It supposedly makes you full faster!
So, I guess your challenge this weekend is to bring on the smells so that you get some filling whiffs of your next dish.
Have a lovely weekend! Keep killin' it.
XOXO
M
Friday, October 10 2014
You know, Charlie Brown had it right when he said pumpkins were great.
With October and all things fall upon us, I thought it'd be a good move to give you some information on the health benefits of pumpkin!
It's no secret that we Americans get real excited at the first mention of a pumpkin spice latte, k-cup and anything that smells like pumpkin for that matter. I'm no exception to the rule.
Anyways that brings me to the great discovery I made just a bit ago--a website called Food Facts by Mercola! Basically, the site provides a nice clean list of some of the most popular food items and what there history is, as well as their benefits! It's a gold mine for health-seekers like me.
As if the site couldn't get any better, there's even a section with healthy recipes. Say hi to your new favorite place on the interwebs.
To find out more about all things pumpkin, click here.
Hope ya'll have a wonderful night. Hey, maybe make a healthy pumpkin dessert- you earned it!
Hope ya'll have a wonderful night. Hey, maybe make a healthy pumpkin dessert- you earned it!
XOXO
M
Friday, September 19 2014
Hey! You didn't think I'd forget about our Friday routine did you?
I didn't, don't worry. This weeks fact might make you cry...sorry.
But, it'll only make you cry if you decide to cook with this food item in the near future.
If you guessed that this post is about onions, you're right on the money!
As you can see from the above chart from http://www.mercola.com/nutritionplan/foodalert.htm , onions are full of some pretty great stuff! So, try adding some into a recipe this weekend! Remember people-DON'T, I REPEAT, DON'T RUB YOUR EYES.
Ha.
XOXO
M
Friday, September 12 2014
Hi hi people, well I'm up all bright and early today after a lovely trip to get my car serviced...ah the glamorous life I live.
Anywho, I couldn't forget about our Friday tradition, especially since I forgot last week and felt really (really) bad about it!
So, I'm back at it again with this week's Friday Fact.
This one's kinda cool...if you like pineapple this will especially interest you!
According to So True Facts :
I for one had absolutely no idea that this fruit had such an interesting and unexpected backstory, did you?
While I pick my jaw up off the floor, why don't you try something pineapple-y today? It's also Friday...so yes a cocktail is totally acceptable!
XOXO
M
Friday, August 29 2014
Happy Friday, everyone! You've officially made it through another week! Woohoo.
Just because we're heading into a holiday weekend doesn't mean that you need to absolutely ruin your healthy eating! If you want to treat yourself to something, do it.
BUT, you should definitely think about consulting this list before you pick your indulgence. Now, this is only going to work if you don't have your heart set on anything yet. If that's your deal, then just have that and enjoy it.
Here's a link to a great set of charts that break down what a "smart food" would be and what a "junk food" would be.
I found this to be really interesting and helpful! Hope you feel the same.
Enjoy your Labor Day Weekend (for those in the US), and I'll be back with you Monday morning!
XOXO
M
Friday, August 22 2014
Hey hey! Welcome to the weekend, lovelies!
Hope everyone is feeling good and has something fun planned for this weekend.
But, wherever you are...remember that it' always possible to get in some physical activity.
The above fact comes from Crazy Health Facts. This is actually a great site that has a ton of really interesting health facts that you might want to check out!
So, with that said, you know what I'm going to say...GET OUT THERE AND MOVE!
Hope the weekend brings happiness and positive vibes.
XOXO
M
Friday, August 15 2014
WELL. It’s Friday, people.
Congrats, you’ve made it through another week.
This week, I’ve been looking into all sorts of random health
food-related things...
At the hair salon, I was reading Shape Magazine under the
dryer instead of just catching up on the latest celebrity gossip.
To some of you, that could be so weird considering that’s
basically the time in a woman’s life when reading those trashy rumor-mills is
completely acceptable.
So, it got me thinking about one subject in particular:
Clean Eating.
I’ve tried to make a real effort to eat more whole foods as
opposed to processed and concentrated ones. That’s essentially what eating
clean is all about.
Below, I’ve included the link to “Dummies.com,” which has a
whole (no pun intended) section on “Eating Clean for Dummies.”
XOXO
M
Friday, August 1 2014
Whoa! Another week has flown by, right before our very eyes.
Hope the week has been enjoyable, and that you’ve been able
to enjoy some exercise and healthy eating.
Speaking of eating, that’s what our Friday Fact’s all
about…and it’s what we Americans aren’t eating to be exact.
If you guessed breakfast (breaky, petite-dejeuner, whatever
you call it) then you’re right!
According to a survey done by the NPD Group (marketing
research company), around 31 MILLION Americans are choosing to opt out of the
most important meal of the day.
Come on people, do you really think I’m not going to join in
the scolding party going on here?
I make a solid effort to eat something wholesome in the
morning. No matter when I start my day, its gotta happen.
So, take this time to re-evaluate when you set your alarm
clock for…because you NEED that fuel.
Have a fabulous day…and some oatmeal and fruit while you’re
at it.
XOXO
M
Friday, July 25 2014
Hi, all!
Welcome to the 21st birthday edition of my Friday
Facts!
Being that it’s summer and it just so happens to be my big
birthday…there’s no better time to look into the healthier choices for drinking
on a night out!
I’m a fan of beer, so I found this cool list of “20 Bikini-Friendly
Beers” on Shape Magazine’s site.
Take a look-maybe one of your faves is on there!
Enjoy your Friday…you’ve made it through another week!
XOXO
M
Friday, July 18 2014
Happy Friday!
Well, we’re here again…congrats people! You have persevered
all the way to the weekend.
Just in time for your Friday grilling plans-why don’t you
consider adding some fresh cilantro in your marinade or rub? JUST LOOK at its bragg-y list of benefits:
So, there you have it, multiple reasons to incorporate
cilantro into your life. Olé!
XOXO
M
Friday, July 11 2014
Happy Friday, people! Well, you’ve just got to keep on
keepin’ on for one more day and then you can put your feet up and relax.
When you’ve had enough of doing nothing (if that’s possible,
ha!) you should bake something with cinnamon! My father is a hereditary
diabetic, and he’s completely changed his lifestyle in the food department.
For quite some time now, he’s been a firm believer in the
bountiful benefits of cinnamon. I’ve latched onto that same belief, and I add
it to almost everything that I bake! Black iced coffee is even a step above the
average with a pinch of ground cinnamon in it.
So, I searched around for this week’s fact and came across a
nice info-graphic that talks all about the warm spice! Perfecto.
XOXO
M
Friday, June 27 2014
Here we are- another Friday, another Friday Fact!
This week I scoured a webpage called Tesco Diets…quite
interesting actually! After just spending a semester abroad in London, I
learned that Tesco is a really great and (the most important component) cheap
place to get groceries and other things.
Basically a lifesaver! It’s not their direct website, but more of an
extension per say.
Any-who, this site has a lot of cool and interesting facts
about food and nutrition.
One that stood out to me, was this one:
So, I guess what I’m trying to say is…get out there and
enjoy some blueberries! They are yummy in smoothies, baked goods, or just by
themselves!
Here’s to you finding something blueberry-licious to try
this weekend-and I challenge you to home make it! You never know, you might
surprise yourself with what you can whip up on a whim.
http://www.tescodiets.com/px/NewsAndTools/healthyrecipes/crazy-food-facts
http://www.tescodiets.com/px/NewsAndTools/healthyrecipes/crazy-food-facts
I do every day.
XOXO
M
Friday, June 20 2014
Welcome to the tab full of knowledge that is the "Friday Fact" page! Each Friday, I'll be pulling some random bit of food or health information for you to consider. Feel free to comment about your thoughts on whatever I post!
Buzzfeed compiled a great list titled "60 Food Facts that Will Blow Your Mind."
For the full list, click on that lovely link up there. But, if you have zero time to peruse that...look at this before you head out for dinner this weekend:
(Screen shot of Buzzfeed list item)
Woah! If that isn't enough to keep you from going to whatever Chinese buffet or all-you-can-eat situation around you, I don't know what will.
Of course, you deserve to treat yourself...you've made it through another week! BUT that is not the type of reward your bod wants, trust me. You're welcome for opening your eyes and saving your stomach from unnecessary pain.
xoxo
M
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