The evening news last night had a segment on changing our labels on food to show calories and content on what they consider to be a more reasonable food serving. I am not so sure that is going to be the answer to obesity in this country. I was shocked to see that the serving for one will increase and of course that will mean more calories. I am wondering how many people are going to really read those labels. I would rather think that we need to bring back home economics in our schools and teach children how to eat nutritious balanced food. We need to teach them to cook and get them away from fast food and processed food. And, of course they need exercise.
I am so glad I grew up eating vegetables. I was part of the generation that was required to take home economics and we grew up with a garden and no fast food. I don' t recall myself or any of my friends having weight problems. I have been actively taking care of my health the last two years and all test have been good. It must be the vegetables or perhaps good genes. I think I'll keep eating those vegetables. So thankful that I love all vegetables and always willing to try new ones. I am not a fan of eating out, but I have to admit that occasionally I do.
Maybe we should realize that if we weren't fat as children, then we must have been doing something right. I do not recall growing up on processed food and have tried to remember that when I grocery shop. If you shop the perimeter of the store you will buy from the four food groups. Most of the isles are filled with processed food in boxes and temptations that are packed with calories and saturated fat.
I do believe in the 10 percent rule. That means don't deprive yourself totally of treats, but perhaps you can make them from scratch. At least, you will know what they are made from.
I am going to follow my heart and eat those fresh fruit and vegetables. I know people claim their lives are to busy to cook, but who has time to read processed food labels. I would rather spend my time eating raw vegetables and looking for nutritious easy recipes than reading a label. And, we need to lobby to bring back home economics to our school system. Everything starts with education.
Now that I have made myself hungry thinking about food, I'll have a persimmon. What is your choice?
Life is beautiful when you have a garden !!
Elizabeth
Friday, February 28, 2014
Tuesday, February 25, 2014
Signs of Spring
Laney and I woke this morning to sunshine and cold temperatures. We were both quite surprised as we opened the back door and saw snow. It was just a light dusting, but the words out of my mouth were yuch ! I was thinking is winter ever going to end. I am hoping the warmth of the sunshine melts the snow quickly.
Just last week we we're enjoying a sneak preview of spring, as the temperature made it to 65. The snow melted quickly in the warm air causing flooding in some areas. Our backyard became a swamp and I wondered at one point wether there was something scary lurking beneath the puddles of water. I think Laney was a little scared as she walked very cautiously through the yard. It was nice to actually see grass. Hopefully in another month we will have green grass. The few days of warm weather have departed, but it gave us all a burst of energy to sustain us until spring decides to come and stay.
My husband and I spent the beautiful warm day Saturday, washing our unrecognizable cars. They were covered with salt and road soot. We also enjoyed a long walk outside under a blue sky and lots of sunshine. The warm air felt good and we pinched ourselves, as we were able to shed our winter coats. We did however keep the coats within reach as the cold air is once again upon us. The high tomorrow is only 17 degrees. What a difference from last week.
We also cleaned up our yard that was covered with leaves and seedling from the trees. The snowfall had come early last fall before all the leaves had fallen. We were quite surprised to see what was under all the snow after it had melted. I was surprised to see the first signs of green vegetation coming up in my flower beds. It was a sure sign that spring was just around the corner.
Life is beautiful !!
Elizabeth
Just last week we we're enjoying a sneak preview of spring, as the temperature made it to 65. The snow melted quickly in the warm air causing flooding in some areas. Our backyard became a swamp and I wondered at one point wether there was something scary lurking beneath the puddles of water. I think Laney was a little scared as she walked very cautiously through the yard. It was nice to actually see grass. Hopefully in another month we will have green grass. The few days of warm weather have departed, but it gave us all a burst of energy to sustain us until spring decides to come and stay.
My husband and I spent the beautiful warm day Saturday, washing our unrecognizable cars. They were covered with salt and road soot. We also enjoyed a long walk outside under a blue sky and lots of sunshine. The warm air felt good and we pinched ourselves, as we were able to shed our winter coats. We did however keep the coats within reach as the cold air is once again upon us. The high tomorrow is only 17 degrees. What a difference from last week.
We also cleaned up our yard that was covered with leaves and seedling from the trees. The snowfall had come early last fall before all the leaves had fallen. We were quite surprised to see what was under all the snow after it had melted. I was surprised to see the first signs of green vegetation coming up in my flower beds. It was a sure sign that spring was just around the corner.
Life is beautiful !!
Elizabeth
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