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Caren has gone from 260 in Nov 2011 to 206!

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Caren has gone from 260 in Nov 2011 to 206 now!! She looks GREAT.

She says, “Hiii!!!, Im Green ( as they call me). Im so happy to be apart of this page. I needed the extra motivational push. Well, I was going through complete hell last year, and i was already big and i just ate my way thru for comfort . I decided that MY End , was not gonna be from this!!! I LOVE GOD!!! he is amazing. i was dieting no carbs, limited sugar ( 4g a day) , no fruit, no dairy……. and the best part I had NO CRAVINGS. I have been on plenty diets and workout regimens. But, this time I activated my FAITH, and included GOD:) I started in Nov. 2011 and lost 54lbs. by February 2012, start weight 260.6 and my weight now is 206. I’m still pushing my goal weight is 175. I walked only cause i had a knee issue. But know its completely healed. I drink 64oz. of alkaline water a day and it has helped me extremely. i used to get sick all the time not anymore.” https://www.facebook.com/carengrn

Thank you so much for sharing your story with us, Caren!
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Day 20 – September Smoothie Challenge – Dairy Lovers Smoothies

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Day 20 Recap – I’ve maintained my 7 pound weight loss so far so I’m happy.  I’m hearing from more and more women everyday who are on this challenge with us and have lost pounds.   For many of you, this may be the first time in a long time that you’ve ate this much nutrient rich food daily.  I’m loving how much healthier I feel and I find that many of you feel the same.  We are doing this, Sistas!

Below are a few smoothies for those who love (and can have) dairy!

Today’s Recipes

Everyday Protein Smoothie

  • 1/2 cup 1% milk
  • 1/2 cup low-fat plain yogurt
  • 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1 ripe banana
  • 1/2 cup strawberries
  • 1/2 cup cubed ripe mango
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla whey-protein powder
  • 6 ice cubes
Mandarin Cooler Smoothie
  • 1 can mandarin oranges, drained
  • 1 can peaches, natural juice drained
  • 1 cup frozen strawberries
  • 1 large ripe banana
  • 10 ice cubes
  • 1 cup low fat vanilla yogurt

Kiwi Berry Smoothie

  • 1 cup 1% milk
  • 2 tablespoons low-fat vanilla yogurt
  • 1 peeled kiwifruit
  • 1/2 cup strawberries
  • 1/2 cup blueberries
  • 2 teaspoons plain whey-protein powder
  • 5 ice cubes

Day 19 – September Smoothie Challenge – Smoothies for Kids

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Hi Ladies!  For Day 19, I thought I’d share some recipes that you can make and enjoy with your children.  Smoothies are a great way to get kids to eat more veggies.  You can add carrots, broccoli, peas, oatmeal, tomatoes, spinach, kale, wheat germ, avocado, and other veggies and grains to smoothies to provide more veggies masked by the natural sweetness of fruits.  Smoothies are a awesome treat for the whole family that you can feel good about giving them.

Today’s Recipes

Fruity Veggie Smoothie

  • 1 cup organic frozen strawberries
  • 1 cup organic frozen peaches
  • 1/4 cup frozen broccoli florets
  • 10 cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cup organic peach whole fruit yogurt
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Pomegranate, Carrots and Berries Smoothie

  • 1/2 cup frozen blueberries
  • 1/2 cup frozen raspberries
  • 1/2 cup frozen strawberries
  • 1 cup frozen baby carrots
  • 1/2 cup low fat vanilla yogurt
  • 1/2 cup POMwonderful pomegranate juice
  • 1/2 cup water
Secret Veggies Smoothie
  • 1 cup vanilla greek yogurt
  • 1 large ripe banana
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1/4 cup frozen cauliflower
  • 1/4 cup frozen spinach
  • 1/4 cup frozen blueberries
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas

Nothing is easy to the unwilling

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Today’s Inspiration | “Nothing is easy to the unwilling.”
-Nikki Giovanni

BWLW Ladies, Consider this: Perhaps weight loss has not come easy for you because you are unwilling to change. Are you truly willing to do the hard things? Are you willing to sacrifice what you are clinging to?

Tiffany has lost 55 pounds

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Let’s show Tiffany some BWLW love for sharing her 55 pound weight loss journey with us!!

She says, “Exactly one year ago in September, I began my healthier living journey. My breaking point was a photo posted to Facebook by a friend. Was that really me?! I kindly asked the friend to remove the photo and send it to me. That became my motivation! Also, because I am a doctoral student in Aging Research, it became quite clear to me that I couldn’t be very convincing preaching about “healthy aging” if I didn’t look the part. Most importantly, I decided that taking better care of my temple should be a priority. I believed that the same God who created the universe would help me conquer unhealthy habits. With that said, I joined a gym, downloaded the MyFitnessPal smartphone app, and got to work! One year later, I am 55 pounds lighter, I eat cleaner, and I exercise regularly. I enjoy preparing my meals in advance, reading nutrition labels, and purchasing my weekly produce from the Farmer’s Market. My favorite exercises are outdoor cycling, kettlebell pump, and running. I started training for my first 5K six weeks ago and I’ve already surpassed 5K distance in nonstop/continuous runs! People tell me I am an inspiration. I think to myself, “Me? An inspiration? Imagine that!” I’m frequently asked about the details of my “diet”, and I am quick to inform people that I am NOT on a diet. A diet implies a definitive end; it implies that I will get to a magic number and just toss my new habits to the wind. Quite the contrary! I changed my behaviors and beliefs about food and exercise for life. My body will decide my set point. With more weight loss ahead of me in Year 2, I am excited about getting into a 2-piece bathing suit on my 35th birthday! I’ll see you at the beach!” www.facebook.com/unc2000

Tiffany, Thank you for sharing your amazing transformation!!!

Day 18 – September Smoothie Challenge – Overeating but still malnourished?

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For Day 18, I thought I’d share this video of Joel Fuhrman, MD on the Dr. Oz show talking about why people eat so much but still has such strong food cravings. This information is relevant to our challenge because during our smoothie challenge we are addressing the nutrient intake issue he discusses.

Today’s Recipes

Spicy Banana Smoothie from EatingWell.com

  • 2  ripe bananas
  • 2 cup(s) vanilla kefir – Kefir is a drinkable yogurt found in the dairy section of most supermarkets, it is full of protein, calcium and probiotics.
  • 1/2 teaspoon(s) ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon(s) ground nutmeg
  • 1/8 teaspoon(s) ground allspice
  • 12  ice cubes

Avocado Banana Smoothie

  • 1 cup of vanilla greek yogurt
  • 1 large, ripe avocado
  • 2 tbsp honey or agave nectar
  • 1 ripe frozen banana
  • 1 cup of ice

Peanut Butter Coco Smoothie

  • 2 medium-size ripe bananas, frozen and peeled
  • 1 1⁄2 c plain low fat yogurt
  • 4 tbsp natural, unsalted, smooth peanut butter
  • 2 tbsp cacao powder
  • 1⁄2 t pure vanilla extract
  • Add 1/2 cup ice if you want a more frozen drink

Skye has lost 56 pounds

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Online Community Member Kiluni Skye has transformed her health and her body and gone from 224 lbs to 179 pounds since June. She has posted a number of photos from her journey on blackwomenlosingweight.com.

 

She says, “I started my official weight loss journey on June 16, 2012 and at that time I weighed in at 224 pounds! I used my biggest fear “Insecurity” as my motivation for losing weight. For the most part of my life I was always small and never weighed no more than 140 lbs. But overtime and after having two kids, my weight began to stick to me and I simply ignored it. And before I knew it, I had reached 235 lbs within 2-3 years (2009-2012). Once looking at myself in the mirror became a nightmare, I decided that once and for all it was time for me to regain control of my life and my overall health. One day I went into my kitchen and had a meltdown; I cried and frantically threw everything out. And for once I felt a sense of “Power & Control” again! I was tired of people asking me what happened and if I was pregnant. At the beginning of May, 2012 I changed the way I ate & exercised 30 minutes a day and managed to go from 235 to 224 by the middle of June. On June 16, 2012 I officially joined a weight loss clinic and began my journey to become a “Refined Me” on June 17, 2012. And 91 days later, I’m now 179 lbs and happier than ever! Though my weight lost journey has just begun, I’ve lost a total of 56 lbs and I refuse to give up on my goal to reach 160 or less by February of next year.” Great job, Skye!!!!!

Day 17 – September Smoothie Challenge – 3 More Video Demos

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Day 17 recap – I have been dealing with the flu.  Apparently there is an early flu going around that is hitting people who didn’t get a flu shot this year.  I’ve been under the weather but still drinking my smoothies.  Here are 3 more recipe videos.

Today’s Recipes

Shira Bocar talks to Martha Stewart about making simple, healthy smoothies and eating detox-friendly foods.

Diva’s Healthy Strawberry Banana Smoothie Recipe with wheat germ and broccoli sprouts

Oatmeal Smoothie Healthy Breakfast Recipe

Dating Blogger Kitty has gone from 186 to 157

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BWLW Facebook Member and Dating Blogger Kitty has gone from 186 down to 157.

She says, “If the BMI Mass Index was developed in a Caucasian context… and It is less accurate in non-white populations…why do doctors use this same index on minorities knowing that it is inaccurate? How can minorities fight the war on obesity if there is not even a scale to assess our body fat properly? …..Leading minorities to strive for something that wasn’t designed FOR US… because doing so would definitely be enough to cause discouragement..

So if your feeling down, simply because your doctor keep saying your overweight or obese..do your own research and make sure…my peak weight was 186 ..i am now 154 and technically i’m still considered “obese/overweight” It took 5 months to get where i am…i first learned healthy portions and nutrition before i started working out. I hate the gym so i made walking and daily goal and apart of my life style that i don’t notice it….anyway clearly I believe if I lose any more weight I will look hungry and have the lollipop head but bigger then that my bone structure is not built for weight of 120..it is what it is lol :)”

Check her blog out at www.datingchic.com 

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