“To eat is a necessity, but to eat intelligently is HAUTE.”

Hello Mamas,

Spring is here and you know what is lurking around the corner......... Bathing suit season, like a dragon breathing down your back. The heat is on! 

In my opinion though it is more important to learn how to make changes in our eating habits that not only help you shed the winter coat but also give you GOOD HEALTH and in return HAPPINESS.  Back in February I  met with my beautiful and very knowledgeable cousin Nicole Grady Haute Mama of two. She taught me a few tips for eating healthy and some healthy  snacks for busy moms on the go. I walked away that night grateful I love veggies and Broccoli but Nicole for the life of me I can not wrap my head around Cottage Cheese :-(  Maybe if they come up with a version that taste like Reeses Peanut Butter Cups  but only then it is still a maybe!

All seriousness there has been a phenomenon in our family in the last two years. Many of our family members have lost significant amounts of weight, not only do they look amazing but have been able to go off of a lot of their medications as well. Now Nicole is not a doctor or a nutritionist. She simply teaches people how to eat a low glycemic diet. To keep their blood sugar levels stable which in turn helps them control their cravings. 

Below is Paula who worked hard on the program and enjoyed a 96lb weight loss!! Paula congratulations you look HAUTE!!!!!! Way to go!! We Mamas are Proud. Of. You!!!

This isn't a diet it is learning how to shop, learning how to eat healthy, it is a lifestyle transition. Let me tell you the benefits are worth giving up some of the sugars that we all crave and love.  The key Nicole said is to retrain your metabolism and palette.

"So when it comes to eating and maintaining energy, many of us are in the same cycle. We eat something quick and easy for breakfast and most of us nothing at all.  Usually we grab for something we are craving a bagel, english muffin, cereal. I'm not saying never eat this stuff, but if you are eating it every day, it's going to affect your energy levels and your waist line. I teach my clients to eat 9- 12 cups of veggies every day. They are packed with fiber, I believe the key to gaining and maintaining healthy metabolism. In addition to the morning veggies you will need your protein. You can get this by eating eggs, soy milk, dairy, yogurt etc. Starting your day off healthy will hopefully lead you to healthy snaking during the day. My mid morning snacks are usually veggies and fruit. Fruit in moderation though too many will affect your sugar levels. Too much Fructose.  For successful snacking preparation is KEY! If you don't have the right things with you when you leave the house or at home when you walk in the door, you will eat the convenient foods which are typically sugary and carb loaded.  Knowledge is key" -- Nicole Grady

 

 

 If you would like to contact Nicole with any questions or maybe to join a Transitions Group feel free to contact her at ndispena@hotmail.com. 

Life is short, make it Haute from the inside out!! 

XO Kimberly

 

Comments

[Stracca]

OMG I LOVE what you guys are doing! awesome!!