#donuts snack cakes cupcakes cookies etc.

[commsroom]

What’s eiffel’s favorite dessert?

this feels like it should be an easy question, because eiffel loves dessert. but i'm actually not sure. because eiffel loves dessert. my heart says donuts, but he would say that's not even a dessert. that's a snack food. a breakfast food, even. he's also one of those people with a strong nostalgic attachment to twinkies, and the brief period of time where there were going to stop being made was, like, right before eiffel left earth. they took everything from him.

he's got a massive sweet tooth; most desserts would make him happy. i think all the time about gabriel urbina saying he imagines eiffel takes his coffee "as close to a starbucks liquid dessert drink as he can get it." get that guy his triple white chocolate mocha with whipped cream.

[ohchristmasbri]

3 Movie Inspired Fall Dates: If you're on the lookout for delightful date ideas that encapsulate the essence of fall, look no further. We've curated a collection of enchanting fall movie date ideas that will not only kindle your love but also make the most of this captivating season.

Fall offers a plethora of opportunities to infuse romance and coziness into your movie dates. From outdoor screenings under the stars to creating fortresses of comfort indoors, these fall movie date ideas are bound to create cherished memories that capture the beauty and magic of the season. So, grab your favourite blanket, pop some popcorn, and let the autumnal cinematic adventures begin!

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MOVIES ON THE GO: Step 1: Park somewhere scenic at night Here are some suggestions: - Near a lake or ocean - Near a graveyard - In a forrest or park - Parked at a lookout Step 2: Bring a fully charged laptop and some DVD's or a downloaded movie Step 3: Bring blankets, pillows, warm drinks, and some good snacks

HAVE A THEMED MOVIE MARATHON: Step 1: Choose something to watch This could be movies by the same director, series, or movies with the same creature like vampires, zombies, etc. Step 2: Choose snacks that are themed to what you're watching Below are some suggestions...

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VAMPIRE MOVIES:

Blood Orange Slices: Serve slices of blood oranges for a fruity and appropriately themed snack, referencing the idea of vampires' affinity for blood.

Vampire Bite Cookies: Make sugar cookies shaped like vampire bites, with red icing to represent blood.

Garlic Parmesan Popcorn: Garlic is a common vampire repellent in folklore, so make garlic parmesan popcorn as a nod to this trope.

Red Velvet Cupcakes: Bake red velvet cupcakes with cream cheese frosting, resembling blood and fangs.

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ZOMBIE MOVIES:

Zombie Finger Hot Dogs: Wrap hot dog sausages in crescent roll dough, leaving a small section exposed to resemble a zombie's finger.

Brain Dip: Create a dip in the shape of a brain using cream cheese or hummus, and use red beet juice or raspberry sauce for a bloody effect.

Eyeball Cake Pops: Make cake pops shaped like eyeballs using cake crumbs and frosting, then decorate with edible markers or icing for the details.

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WEREWOLF MOVIES:

Full Moon Cookies: Bake cookies in the shape of full moons and decorate them with white icing to mimic the moon's glow.

Werewolf Paw Prints: Create cookies or brownies shaped like paw prints, using chocolate chips for the claws.

Moonlit Trail Mix: Make a trail mix with a combination of nuts, dried fruits, and chocolate chips, symbolizing a moonlit journey.

Bite-Sized Sausages: Serve mini sausage links as a nod to werewolves' love for meat, with toothpicks for easy snacking.

Howling Hot Dogs: Wrap hot dog sausages in croissant dough, shaping them like crescent moons or wolf howls. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SUGGESTIONS: Such as Tim Burton-themed snacks, Halloweentown-themed snacks, and more!

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FALL FLAVOURED NIGHT: Step 1: Choose a festive fall movie or series Step 2: Buy, eat, and make food with only festive flavours Here are some suggestions... Pumpkin Pie: A classic fall dessert made with pumpkin puree and warming spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.

Apple Cider Donuts: Soft and moist donuts with a hint of apple cider flavor, often dusted with cinnamon sugar.

Butternut Squash Soup: Creamy and comforting soup made from roasted butternut squash.

Caramel Apple Nachos: Sliced apples drizzled with caramel sauce and topped with chocolate chips and nuts.

Roasted Pumpkin Seeds: Pumpkin seeds roasted with various seasonings, such as cinnamon and sea salt.

Cinnamon Apple Chips: Thinly sliced apples baked until crispy with a dusting of cinnamon.

Sweet Potato Fries: Baked or fried sweet potato fries seasoned with a touch of cinnamon.

Caramel Popcorn: Popcorn coated with a rich caramel sauce for a sweet and crunchy treat.

Cinnamon Swirl Bread: Soft and fluffy bread swirled with cinnamon and sugar for a sweet and aromatic treat.

Spiced Apple Cider Muffins: Moist muffins made with apple cider, diced apples, and a hint of spices.

Pumpkin Cupcakes: A sweet treat made with pumpkin puree and warm spices.

Maple Glazed Almonds: Almonds coated with a maple glaze and toasted to perfection. ---

COZY FORT: Step 1: Build a fort in your living room Use blankets, cushions, and fairy lights. Create a snug space where you and your partner can escape into a world of movies and comfort Step 2: Add a touch of nostalgia by watching some of your favourite childhood movies or opt for heartwarming romance films that match the cozy atmosphere View my list of movies here

Step 3: Don't forget to make a tray of fall-inspired snacks, like caramel popcorn and pumpkin treats

Here's to autumn's embrace, to cinematic tales that thrill and delight, and to the memories you'll create with every movie night under the harvest moon. Happy watching and snacking!

[dadas-lil-babi-boi]

🧇🥞🥓my (gummies) fav kiddo foods!!🍼🥯🍳

here is a list of foods that always make me feel small :3

🍜ramen!

🍌banana peanut butter sandwich

🍦ice cream

🍭lolipop / ring pop / baby bottle pop

🧀mac n cheese!!!

🍗chicken nuggets

🌭hot dogs / croissant dogs

🥕carrots n dip!

🍼milk!! (especially vanilla or chocolate milk)

🧃juice!

🥛whipped cream / cool whip

🍉watermelon

🧇blueberry or chocolate chip waffles

🥓breakfast foods in general !

🍎gummy snacks or gummy bears

🍏apple sauce

🍕pizza rolls

🥣cereal

🍌banana baby food

🫐a smoothie

🧁frosted animal crackers

🥪sandwiches!! specifically pb&j or turkey with lettuce + mayo

🥬vegetarian pizza

🍞cinnamon toast / bagel

🥨cheeseits / goldfish crackers

☕️coffee (specifically pumpkin spice)

🎃basically any fall foods (pumpkin seeds, apple crisp, apple pie, apple cider, apple cider donuts etc!)

🍬candy in general

🍨rice crispy treats

🍝spaghettios

🍱lunchables

🍰cake / cupcakes!

🍋FRUITY PEBBLESSSS

🍪cookies

🍩donuts

🥦broccoli!!

🍒pop tarts! (the cherry , oreo or sundae kind!)

[lorircreates]

I’ve wanted to brighten up peoples day and to ask what’s your MC / OC favorite dish/snack?

Thanks 😍

Hi there, sweetie!

Sorry, it took me awhile to answer your question. I added it to my drafts to make a more elaborate answer and forgot it while I was working on Dani's (@missameliep) birthday gift 🤦🏻‍♀️

Anyway, I have lots of OCs, so I chose three among them so I don't get too carried away and make this post longer than it already is 😅

Alisha (D&D OC) is a chef, so she's more into homemade food than industrialized stuff. She likes all kinds of snacks (pretzels, donuts, potato chips, etc), but she always has some dried fruits with her. They're sweet, the have all the necessary nutrients we need from a fruit and she can carry them on her bag to eat along the day. Her favorite is dried damask because its taste and texture reminds her of a candy.

Her favorite dessert are cupcakes. She is fascinated by cakes and the first recipe she learned were cupcakes. They are an opportunity to be creative with the flavors and make beautiful frosting decorations.

Her favorite main dish is murgh makhani (a.k.a butter chicken). Alisha left India to live with her adoptive parents at a very young age and since she spent most of her life there in a poor orphanage, she doesn't remember much of Indian dishes. Her parents, however, are loving people who encouraged her to remain close to her roots. One day her mother asked the cook to prepare murgh makhani for lunch and Alisha loved its creamy texture enriched with spices. Whenever she finds an Indian restaurant or goes to India, she always asks for it.

As a bonus, I also chose a drink for each of them and Alisha's is Sharbat (or Bombay lemonade), a lemonade that also has some spices and black salt. It's perfect for summer days, but she drinks it regardless of the weather or season.

Daphne (D&D MC) loves food, but she can barely boil an egg 😂 Luckily, she doesn't have to cook, so she can simply appreciate the dishes. Lo Mein is her favorite dish and comfort food. It reminds her of childhood and the wonderful smell coming from the kitchen whenever her mother or grandma were cooking.

Her two favorite snacks are popcorn and licorice. Shockingly (lol), she can make a nice bowl of popcorn, but she often chooses licorice because she can carry it on her bag and eat whenever she's a bit hungry, but not hungry enough to order food or have her roommate or boyfriend to cook for her. She carries big rolls of red licorice during trips and always shares them with her boyfriend.

Her favorite dessert is macarons. Her first experience with it was when she met her young brother and Harry kept pestering Lord Vincent about going to a bakery to have macarons. She had no idea of what it was and simply found it a cute cookie when she saw it. But as soon as the extremely light almond cookie filled with chocolate ganache melted into her mouth, she understood the fuss about it.

Bonus: Daphne likes to drink anything sweet, but her favorite is strawberry daiquiris. It's a plus if it's frozen, but as long as there's alcohol, sugar and strawberries, she doesn't discriminate 😂

Evelyn (OpH MC) loves homemade food, but since doctors have crazy routines, she usually eats anything that is easy to make or that she can order. On Edenbrook's vending machines, she only gets potato chips. According to her, you can't go wrong with them. Her favorite main dish is pastelón, a Puerto Rican version of lasagna she was introduced to during a family trip.

Her favorite dessert is brigadeiro. There's a heavy influence of Rafael in her eating habits, but she can't deny that those little chocolate balls or the eat straight from the pan version are so comforting during nights she's by herself, watching TV.

Her drink is beer. A cold beer, with some side snacks and good company is all she needs to unwind after work.

Thank you so much for the ask, dear!

[babygirlwolverine]

Hi! I’ve rarely seen people talk about the food at Disney, I’m looking to see what your opinion is on it. What is worth what you paid or overhyped?

MORE DISNEY QUESTIONS HECK YES! okay sorry heheh! hi there nonnie <3 legit just screamed out of excitement getting this question!

oh gosh, okay, food is always quite challenging. and here's why. it depends on your tastes. personally, my family isn't a super huge fan of like cheap greasy food. and a lot of food in disney is just like really average fast-food. you've got to know the good places to go. now, it also depends on what theme park you're talking about. if it's disneyland vs california adventure vs magic kingdom or animal kingom, etc.

now, for starters, something i've always loved in the parks is the sweet treats. ice creams, cupcakes, cookies, donuts- those are always good. never overhyped in my opinion. i'm a sucker for soft serve ice-cream and there's always really good options spread throughout the parks. and i have a sweet tooth so i like to snack on things like that.

things that are overhyped? turkey legs (awful in my opinion) and a lot of the quick serve foods are talked about a lot but just aren't good. things like popcorn, pizza, mac n cheese, and any of the weird food combos they do were it's like a mashup of things. not so good. i'm not a huge dole-whip fan and I know those are super overhyped. funnel cakes and churros aren't really my thing either.

but, with that being said, there's some really good places to get food. Lamplight Lounge in California Adventure has really good food and amazing views. LeBrea Bakery Cafe and Ralph Brennan's Jazz Kitchen in Downtown Disney are both great and I've had multiple meals in both and loved them! The Boathouse in Disney Springs again has amazing food, a cool atmosphere, and awesome views. Plaza Inn at Disneyland has always got amazing food and the service in there is always lovely! Tiffins in Animal Kingdom (which i just went to in December) has THEE BEST food I've ever eaten in Disney, oh God it was amazing. these ones are a little more expensive, but they're so so worth it! sometimes going out of the theme parks into downtown disney actually has better foods than inside the parks themselves.

making reservations is key. all the good restaurants get booked up in advance (my sister is the wizard at being able to book us good restaurants hahah!)

again, this is all my opinion though, and everyone thinks differently. some people love the quick fast-food vibes. but my family loves to be able to sit down in a restaurant, take a lil break from all the walking and queueing, and enjoy some nice food.

i hope this helps, and i hope this answers your question. i went a bit ramble-y there so i apologize!

[plumptactician]

A small little growl sounded out from the college student’s belly when she went out for the day. Reading a book on her way to the local bakery she thought about what to eat. This was a girl who was quite the overweight lady, billowing over little more than three hundred pounds. She had a large, doughy muffin-top sticking out from her shirt, a pair of pillowy breasts squeezed into a tight bra, and thunderous thighs that looked to be testing the limits of her pants, along with a big, fat booty that was beginning to need a second chair so as to not fall to the ground. It also didn’t really ease the tightness of her panties, that she mostly ignored by this point.

Robin was a grade A glutton, and even though she had doubts about her gaining she couldn’t really stop herself. When she got to eating she ate till there was nothing left in front of her! That’s how she was, and her girlfriend doing a good job of supporting her lead to Robin not taking much measures to exercise. It lead to a long day of studying, eating, studying, eating, eating, sleeping, waking up in the night and eating, etc. You’d be hard-pressed to find an hour she wasn’t consuming something. By the end of her college years it was guessed she might be a whale, and that might become true with her usual routine.

Entering the bakery, she glossed over the selection available to her, the cupcakes, donuts, pies, cookies, and other memorable goodies. With Robin’s wallet, she had enough to indulge in a few things. So she went with a chocolate cake, and some brownies to satisfy that certain itch in her belly. Lifting her tray from the counter, she walked over a table, seeing fit to slowly pop the brownies one by one past her lips. The taste was almost to die for, its flavor made her taste buds explode with how sweet it was. She loved it, and the saliva pooling in her mouth made it clear she wouldn’t be leaving for a while this time. She just had to eat!

Eat, eat, eat! It was a haze for the college girl, returning her tray to counter for more than one occasion as her own lustful gluttony overtook her. She almost didn’t see the affect of what cramming loads of brownies into her mouth, and taking on the risk of devouring so many cakes was doing to her body. Her pants were straining to contain the tree trunks that her thighs were growing into, the thin strings that were her panties were digging into her widening hips, her bust was overflowing from her bra and resting atop that swelling gut that seemed to grow with every morsel consumed.

The staff supplied the girl with chairs, she’d need them as she continued to eat like a greedy hog, stuffing her face and making a mess of her cheeks and face with all that chocolate goodness smeared everywhere on it. “Mmm~” she moaned aloud, drool dripping from the corner of her lip. She was becoming fat enough that her former three hundred pounds was beginning to look small. She almost couldn’t about the pain and pressure her clothes brought as focus shifted evermore to food. Her bulk greatly expanding as her shirt rid atop her barrel-sized stomach, her pants finally tore away to unveil those cellulite filled thighs, so massive and thick that a simple slap would have them jostling for minutes on end, the wire in her bra snapped to unveil such wondrous melons made of fatty tissue they could make any woman blush in embarrassment. Then her ass, oh that enormous, bountiful ass, it was causing each chair underneath her to quiver as she grew and grew with more fat. It looked big enough to nearly fill up a whole couch as it overtook each seat and seemed about ready to crush every last one of them.

But even with her gluttony, Robin had the knowledge to stop herself... eventually. When that eventually came, she gasped at how massive she seemed, how her former weight could hardly compare to her new self before rushing to leave. Her burping was all that she could muster to say as she waddled to the front door and tried to squeezed out. Her back flab getting stuck in the doorway, allowing her little chance to even get out. When she did ‘succeed’ she fell on her stomach and let out a belch that caused all the nearby birds to flutter off. Robin turned herself over with what strength she could work up, her bulbous breasts feeling the soft breeze of the wind and causing her a little excitement as she laid there. Almost hoping it was dream, despite how satisfied she felt...

How was she even going to explain this to her girlfriend that she had just went out for a snack and wound up who knows how many pounds heavy?! This ssbbw would really need to think up a solution before she was found out, hopefully she wouldn’t mind this new look for the normally chubby nerd.

[purplesurveys]

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Food Survey (#1)

Breakfast

It’s the most important meal of the day! Do you even eat breakfast? I mostly skip it. I rarely ate breakfast when I was in college (because I had to drive out early to make it to class on time) and I’ve been skipping breakfasts again lately because I’ve been a ball of anxiety and panic and un-hungry-ness.

What time do you typically eat breakfast? When my family has breakfast together on weekends we eat at around 10-11 AM. Late risers, haha.

Would you say that breakfast is typically your largest meal of the day or your smallest meal of the day? It’s in the middle. My ‘smallest’ is lunch but that’s because I’ve always skipped it altogether.

Do you like going out for a sit-down breakfast? No, I don’t like the idea of waking up super early just to go out to eat breakfast lol, especially when nothing beats a homemade breakfast. I do like breakfast-themed restaurants, but I flock to them at non-breakfast hours.

Do you visit a coffee shop (ie: Tim Hortons, Starbucks, Dunkin’ Donuts) and place an order every morning? If so, what do you typically get? Nah because I’m always in a hurry to get to my destination and I don’t drink coffee in the morning. I prefer going to coffee shops in the middle or at the end of my day.

How many different ways will you eat your eggs? Any and all ways. Love eggs; they’re so simple lol

How do you prefer your bacon to be cooked? I like it soft and soggy. I won’t avoid crunchy bacon, but I just like its texture less.

Have you ever had Canadian bacon before? Which do you like better? I am honestly not sure. I’m not aware of the different kinds of bacon so I wouldn’t have been aware if what I’ve tried is ~Canadian bacon or not.

Do you prefer sausage links or sausage patties? I don’t like sausages, oops. Filipinos prefer their hotdogs lol.

What do you prefer your sausage to be made out of? (chicken, pork, etc) Or do you not like sausage at all? See above.

Would you rather have a breakfast bowl, a breakfast sandwich, or a breakfast burrito, and why? Tbh, none. We like our breakfast with fried rice on this side of the planet; it’s pretty much a non-negotiable. Breakfast sandwiches are viewed as being kinda fancy here so I’ll only get those on days when I want to treat myself haha. I’ve never had a breakfast bowl and breakfast burritos sound messy to me.

Do you prefer French toast, pancakes, or waffles, and why? Pancakes. They make me feel like a kid, and it’s simply a no-fail dish.

Do you ever eat bagels for breakfast? If so, what type do you typically like, and what do you put on it? Nopes, not a common meal here. Only boujee people who can afford to stop by Starbucks every morning and get a coffee and pastry have bagels.

Do you ever make banana bread? With or without walnuts? How about pumpkin bread? With or without chocolate chips? Seeing as I don’t enjoy fruits or fruits being incorporated in dishes much, nope.

Do you prefer cereal bars or granola bars? Which flavors? I have neither. I find them very dry and I’ve never liked the texture.

Do you ever eat cereal for breakfast? Or do you ever munch on it as a snack instead? What’s your favorite kind? Cookie Crisp is my favorite cereal brand, but because I can’t have cereal regularly, I eat it – and other cereal brands – as a snack.

Do you put milk in your cereal, or do you eat it dry? Only if I’m in a hotel and they provide cereal and milk in their breakfast buffet. And again, even then, I take my cereal with only very little milk.

Have you ever had biscuits and gravy? How about chicken and waffles? Fuck yes, fried chicken and waffles. Best comfort food.

Do you ever have steak or chicken fried steak with your eggs? No, because we have our own steak equivalent – tapa. I have a love-hate relationship with it though and it’s always a hit or miss when I taste tapa from different restaurants.

Do you ever eat cinnamon buns for breakfast? Ooh no, sounds way too sweet for breakfast. I view cinnamon buns as snacks and would consume them throughout the day, rather than solely for breakfast.

Do you enjoy eating coffee cake for breakfast? Nope. I generally avoid sweet dishes for breakfast as I find it too jarring for my tastebuds so early in the day lol. I prefer meals that are more well-rounded as it makes for a better eating experience, like tapsilog which has the saltiness of eggs and the sweetness of tapa. Filipino cuisine is just sooooooo *chef’s kiss*

Do you like doughnuts? What is your favorite kind to eat? Not for breakfast, but I LOVE doughnuts, yes. I love glazed and frosted ones, especially if they’re chocolate-flavored :)

Have you ever had a crepe before? No, they don’t sound appetizing to me. My sister loves crepes, though. Will always get one if she sees them on a menu.

Would you rather have a croissant or a scone, and why? Croissant. I love how buttery it tastes, and also I’ve never had a scone ha.

Do you have a preferred flavor of muffin to eat? Just chocolate chip. I was always a cupcake girl.

When’s the last time that you had a toaster strudel? Which kind would you prefer? I’ve never had it and don’t even know what it is. The only reason I know what a strudel is is The Rock lmao.

When’s the last time you had a Pop-Tart? Do you have any particular favorite flavors? I rewarded myself with a box of Pop-Tarts when I finished my internship last year. Now that I think about it, holy shit it’s been that long since I had a Pop-Tart? Damn...anyway, we only get like 5 flavors in this part of the world. I’ve tried all of them and my favorite is chocolate fudge. My next favorite would be s’mores, then brown sugar cinnamon, then cookies and cream, then strawberry.

Has anyone ever made Eggs Benedict for you before? Did you enjoy it? No one has made it for me but I’ve ordered an Eggs Benedict at a restaurant before. I looooove it. I wish it wasn’t so damn expensive so I can order it more often lmao, but I guess it’s viewed as a fancy dish so even though it’s literally just poached eggs on a muffin they’re able to jack up the prices for it.

Have you ever been served breakfast in bed? What was the special occasion? No. I wouldn’t count on my girlfriend to do so either as she’s deathly afraid of the kitchen lolol

When’s the last time you had an English muffin? Would you rather have this or a bagel instead? I don’t know if I’ve ever had it. If that’s the case, it would be a very long time ago since it’s not readily available where I live I’m guessing it’s the sort of thing that’s only available in 5-star hotels where there would usually be foreign guests.

Do you ever have fruit salads for breakfast? What do you prefer to put in them? Offfffffffff course not, ha.

Would you rather have hash browns or home fries, and why? For breakfast, hashbrowns. They feel more breakfast-y to me. But French fries will always be better for me overall.

What would you put into your omelette? Everything. Cheese, tomatoes, bell peppers, ham, mushrooms...whatever goes with eggs can go in my omelette.

Have you ever had a quiche for breakfast before? Nope. Again, not very common here and even considered too fancy. I’ve only seen quiches served at parties.

How do you like your toast, and what do you put on it? I don’t have toast often. If I was ever served one, butter would be enough.

Do you like to eat oatmeal? Do you prefer it to be warm or cold? What flavors do you enjoy? I wouldn’t hate oatmeal so much if I wasn’t fed it for breakfast every single day for my kindergarten years and half of my grade school years. But it happened, so I can’t stand the sight, smell, and texture of it now. I just find it so bland and bleh.

Have you ever had a popover before? Do you like them? I have genuinely never heard of that, ever. This is brand new to me. As someone who has heard it for the first time it definitely makes me think that this is some variation of popcorn, but I could be wrong haha.

Do you know anyone who puts peanut butter on their toast? How about avocado? I know people who do either. Peanut butter is a common bread filling here, whereas avocado toast is usually consumed by just the elite since avocado can be expensive and it’s simply not Asian fare.

Do you have a favorite-flavored Danish that you like to eat? No, I don’t have those either. Ugh I still have a lot of breakfast foods to try.

Do you ever eat yogurt for breakfast? Do you prefer it plain, or flavored? Yes or no to the fruit chunks? How about granola or chocolate flakes/candies in there? Noooooooo omg I hate yogurt, I think it tastes so weird :( Whenever Gab and I go to fro-yo stalls I always just want to order the toppings (since they look so appetizing) and none of the yogurt lol. Do you ever eat anything for breakfast that isn’t typically classified as a “breakfast food”? I’m sure some of the dishes I eat for breakfast could be considered unconventional but completely normal in Filipino cuisine, like dried fish and hotdogs.

What do you typically drink with your breakfast in the morning? (coffee, tea, juice, milk) Water. I feel that other drinks mess with the way I taste my food, so I refrain from getting those.

[a-zebra-is-a-striped-horse]

[hotfitnesstopics]

When it came to starting a wedding diet, I procastinated. Hard. In fact, a month before the big day I went on a work trip to Morocco and Paris where I ate all of the bread, butter, and chocolate my appetite desired (as one does). Which is all part of the how I found myself muffin-topping over the sides of my strapless Reem Acra gown (pictured, top left) at my last fitting, just two weeks before I was supposed to walk down the aisle. I'll admit, I was bloated at the time from my period, so when it ended a few days before my wedding, my body tightened. But, I was also up a few pounds. Instead of accepting it, I took about four private workout sessions per week with celebrity trainer David Kirsch. The pro is responsible for sculpting the bodies of celebrities (like Jennifer Lopez and Heidi Klum) and has a wealth of fitness and health knowledge (to recap, he's written five books, has his own line of shakes and supplements, and owns a top-notch NYC gym). He put me on a routine that was a mix of cardio, strength training, HIIT, and TRX. Every time we met up, the moves and sequences were different, which kept my body guessing and metabolism revved. But anyone who has successfully lost weight knows diet is more than half of the battle. And pre-getting "Kirsched," I had been working out almost every day anyways. So I do credit his eating plan for partly pushing those five extra pounds off of my body. Related: 25+ Planning, Style, and Life Wedding Tips From a Newlywed Editor Here, I am going to share exactly what I ate - and most importantly, did not eat! - to shed the lbs, so my dress fit perfectly (top right). Note, the dress was not taken in or out between the two images, but my body actually transformed in two weeks! "In my experience working with a bride-to-be, the last couple of weeks leading up to the wedding is uber stressful," Kirsch told me. "As you can attest to personally (Lauren), slight tweaking of your diet will go a long way to keeping you optimally energized, fueled, and looking your very best on the big day!" Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Lauren Levinson Let's start with the hard part, things to avoid according to Kirsch: Say goodbye to pizza, because you will not be eating processed carbs (bread, pasta, crackers, etc.) or dairy. "I have found that dairy can cause bloating, and who wants to be bloated on their day?" Kirsch said. And no whole grains or potatoes either. I have personally eliminated both gluten and dairy for weeks and added them back to reveal that I am not intolerant to either. I can have a slice of pizza and feel like a peach, but kicking them out of my diet definitely made my belly flatter. After three days of no carbs, I was craving them! So I texted Kirsch asking if I could have a sweet potato. He told me to crunch on celery instead. It took willpower to follow his advice, but it was worth it. I surely enjoyed sliding into my bathing suit when I arrived at my tropical honeymoon a few days after my wedding. You'll also need to revamp your drinking game. That means, no alcohol (NONE!). While this meant sitting through events, family dinners, and bar nights totally sober, I enjoyed the mental clarity and increased energy in the mornings. "Save the glass of champagne for after you walk down the aisle!" he said. And yes, I got to enjoy a few flutes of well-earned bubbly at my affair . . . and a margarita! Related: How to Customize and Glamorize Your Wedding Look From Head to Toe I also had to limit the amount of coffee I drank. Kirsch recommends having one espresso in the morning. While I stuck to brewed coffee beans, I drank it black. I didn't even add almond milk, and I swear it makes a difference in better digestion. Kirsch believes that "too much coffee can lead to belly bloat!" Think about it, coffee dehydrates you, so you retain water to hold on to it. Instead, switch over to green tea, which has both caffeine and antioxidants. Every morning, I also had one of his A.M. Detox Drinks (it's yummy and fantastic for your skin!). You can see it in the mason jar above. Finally, the hardest (for me, since I have a sweet tooth): no sugar. Even dark chocolate. OK, I may have had a handful of dark chocolate-covered almonds one rough night, but for the most part (like 95 percent) I kissed my beloved cookies, ice cream, and cupcakes goodbye. In fact, my husband hid the chocolate on a very high shelf so I could not reach or find it in our apartment. Do what you need to do to survive, brides! Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Lauren Levinson Now onto what you can eat. Disclaimer, this was not Kirsch's exact plan but one loosely based off his advice and what I know works best for my body. For breakfast I stuck to two options. The first, two eggs and sauteed spinach, all cooked in EVOO. Earlier in my wedding prep, I enjoyed that dish with a side of avocado, but the last two weeks I cut it based on Kirsch's recommendation to limit my fat intake (even healthy ones!). Otherwise, I had an antioxidant-rich bowl of unsweetened coconut yogurt with a handful of raw almonds, chia seeds, flax seeds, cacao nibs, and blueberries. While Kirsch recommended no fruit (remember, no sugar!), I know blueberries are good for eliminating belly fat and making skin glow, so I had some anyways. If you're going to have sugar, eat it in the morning so you can burn it off throughout the day. When it came to snacks, I sipped on dark green pressed juice (the kind without fruit) and crunchy veggies (Kirsch likes celery, red peppers, and jicama sticks). I also ate GoMacro bars, which were referred to me by another trainer I'd been working out with, Steve Pasterino. I bent the rules a little since these are made with brown rice syrup, but it ensured that I had an option when I was on-the-go. Dinner and lunch were pretty similar. I'd either have what I dubbed a "Sad Salad" of spinach, crunchy water veggies (cucumber and snow peas), and lean protein (homemade chicken or salmon with no sauces) - all drizzled with EVOO and a lemon squeeze. Snooze. Otherwise, I would cook veggies (such as steamed green beans or asparagus) and have it with the aforementioned lean meat or fish. Sometimes, I would even have the eggs (see: breakfast!) for dinner, which I found very easy to digest. Occasionally, I'd enjoy a green smoothie (kale, spinach, blueberries, almond milk) with pea protein powder. Image Source: Bruce Plotkin Photography And for our grand finale, what to eat during your actual wedding weekend: By then being a bride had taken over my identity (it happens to the best and most chill of us ladies in white). So I brought my own food to the weekend destination, including unsweetened coconut yogurt, hard-boiled eggs, green juice, nuts, seeds, bars, etc. I made sure my hotel room had a fridge to store it in. "The day before is a day that you want to make sure to put the finishing touches," said Kirsch. "You have planned hard, sweated hard, and stayed away from the obvious no-nos. What else can you do? I suggest a relaxing massage, sauna, and steam. Eating foods like asparagus and celery will help keep you full and debloat you." So I couldn't resist a taste of homemade pasta during our rehearsal dinner at a delicious Italian restaurant, but by 7 a.m. the next day, I was back on it. "The day of, I would have a couple of eggs in the morning and oatmeal as you will need the energy and fuel for the rest of the day," Kirsch recommended. "A protein shake for lunch and water for the rest of the day. Save the drinking and eating for after the ceremony, or better yet, for the honeymoon!" Here's what I consumed for breakfast on my wedding day: I had the antioxidant yogurt and seed bowl as well as black coffee; for lunch I ate a simple salad with grilled chicken provided by my venue; and for snack, I went with a GoMacro bar. After the ceremony, my husband and I sat in a separate room and ate every single appetizer (including pork buns, pulled BBQ chicken, mini grilled cheese sandwiches, and more!) and drank champagne. Diet. Over. As the evening went on, I enjoyed the goat cheese salad (CHEESE!), the short rib and sweet potato entree, wedding cake, homemade cookies, and apple cider donuts. There was pizza at our afterparty. I ate that, too. Was dieting fun? No. Was it satisfying? Absolutely not. Was it worth it? Hell yes! For two weeks, you can do this! And you likely will lose inches, but you have to stick to it almost perfectly. We all have our handful of dark chocolate almonds here and there, but make sure you get right back on track. The best part in addition to your tight bod? You can pig out on your honeymoon! (On mine, I sure did my job consuming all of the noodles and dumplings Southeast Asia had to offer . . . and that is another story. Next up: How to get back your hot wedding bod of yesteryear.) Workout sessions for the author were provided by David Kirsch for the purpose of writing this story. from POPSUGAR Fitness https://ift.tt/2qP6hA9 via IFTTT

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cherry turnover: who do you live with? my enbyfriend

bananas foster: do you believe in soulmates? yes

glazed donut: would you rather visit a zoo or an aquarium? a zoo

pumpkin pie: what were your interests as a child? drawing, music, writing, video games, television, movies, etc.

lemon tart: how many languages can you speak? two

chocolate mousse: how is your relationship with your parents? good

creme brûlée: describe your style - comfortable and casual yet nice

cheesecake: have you ever visited a sex shop? yes; numerous times

raspberry sorbet: favorite clothing stores? costco, wal-mart - anything inexpensive

green tea ice cream: who was your first crush? my fourth grade classmate, gar

chocolate chip cookie: how has your life changed over the past year? i now have an apartment, a driver’s license and a car and i’m living with my enbyfriend

berry trifle: first & last concert you went to? i can’t remember what my first was but my last was lady gaga’s joanne one in tacoma

tapioca pudding: favorite animated characters? anthy from revolutionary girl utena and ludwig from hetalia

fudge brownie: yes; i picked it myself, thanks

strawberry shortcake: are you good at keeping secrets? somewhat

tiramisu: are you daring when it comes to makeup & clothing or do you like to play it safe? i play it safe

oreo milkshake: do you sleep a lot? a fair amount, yes

apple crisp: how do you relax? i don’t

carrot cake: who is your celeb look alike? maybe jack black or dan aykroyd

macaron: what is your ethnicity? white

cinnamon bun: favorite salty snack? greasy tortilla chips, barbecue chips or cheetos

red velvet cupcake: ask any question of your own - no thanks but thanks

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Ketchup is the Devil

I MISS GREEN VEGETABLES. Whaaaaat a day! We started out a little bit after 930am this morning. We had an empty trailer and took it to a fancy toilet maker (not kidding). We had to drop it and then skedaddle, as we weren't allowed to hang out. Thus, my first experience at a QuikTrips. Y'all. If I took up this profession full time, I'd do nothing but stop at QT. They had some pretty delicious foods made to order, as well as a variety of pre-made salads, sandwiches, and even some delectable breakfast items. I bought tomorrow's protein shake, a big fat water, and a Granny Smith apple. Then, something amazing happened!! CINDY ACTUALLY OFFERED TO WORK OUT WITH MEEEE! I showed her my Mind, Mouth, Muscle, Movement flipbook - I developed this little steno notebook full of quick movement and nutrition tips for professional drivers while I was at Pilot. It was developed with the help of a FitDeck, my fabulous models (Keith and Misty), an iPhone, seriously awesome advice from Dave Parmly, and some major graphic designing. The premise is simple: movements you can do from beginner to advanced, focusing on your ABCs: Above the Waist, Below the Waist, Cardio, and Stretching. Get it? ABCs. Cindy and I warmed up by doing quick feet on a curb (fast switching taps to get our heart rate up) and some baby curb squats (one foot up on the curb, the other on the concrete, 10 and switch sides.) We then did As: push ups on the step, triceps dips on the step. Bs: lunges facing the step, squats holding one of the bars on the back. Cs: mountain climbers with hands on the step and stepping jacks (jumping jacks without the hop, alternating feet). We did approximately 10 of each, 5 each if we had to switch arms or legs. We did Cs for 30 seconds apiece. We repeated ABC 2x. We then stretched: wrists, neck, shoulders, chest, upper back, quads, hamstrings. Y'all, SHE DID SO WELL! I kept asking her through the movements whether she felt discomfort or pain, and it should never be pain. I asked her where she felt the movement. We talked about open and closed hips with squats. Knees never traveling over toes in lunges. Elbows pressing together with dips. Elbows grazing ribs on push ups. Small, easy, straightforward adjustments. You'd better believe I'll be recreating this thing with a USX flare. Unless Pilot is still distributing them! Cindy was so pleased with the size, the ease of direction! I talked briefly with the Georges about biking - it's given me such great ideas and thoughts to ponder! How can we get fold up bikes in our drivers' hands?! They suggested I do some research - we may be able to partner with some of the fold-up bike manufacturers to get a discount. Once we get that, we'll have to put together a list of trails, best practices, etc. BASICALLY, a BIG heck yes!! Foodie confession: today has been a struuuugggggle. I started my day with my muscle milk, had some of my mandarins and cashews...and then had Popeyes. Three hundred ten (310, yes, ugh) calories of spicy chicken tenders. And 40 calories of green beans. Y'all, but the most ridiculous piece of intel I've gathered: THE BISCUIT. Its TWO HUNDRED SIXTY CALORIES. A BISCUIT. I was much happier with 350 calories. I peeled the top layer off the biscuit to try it...sooo salty. Don't even. Not worth it. After my Popeyes, I casually snacked on my ghost pepper jerky, ate my apple, and drank water and my pamplemousse lacroix. I mentioned to Cindy that I had never had a jalapeño cheese hot dog from Pilot, so lo and behold, we had Pilot for dinner. I don't love mystery meat, but made the decision that a hot dog would be acceptable. DELICIOUS. I loaded it up with mustard, sauerkraut, and more jalapeños (duh). Two hundred ten calories per. Ugh. Shoulda opted for the damn Subway. Before you ask, no, it wasn't a PJ Fresh, or I would've opted for some delicious salad with avocados and chicken. Mmmmmmmm, goodness that sounds good. But who am I kidding, I really loved the hot dog. Cindy and I chatted more about the ultimate desire to find health. My theory is that people need a variety of things to make a health change in their life. I'll tell you about a few: - Education: if you don't know that fruits and veggies are carbs or how to distinguish between sugar and fiber, we need to make sure we fill those knowledge gaps. Just in case you were wondering, Cindy knew both! - Resources: just because you know the basics, doesn't mean you have the ability to enact. Think things like food logs, grocery lists, recipe suggestions, or little fitness flip books :) - Motivation: just because I know what a triglyceride is and how to eat well (better), doesn't mean that I want to put the energy into it. Or maybe I do, but I totally give into my apathy. Anticipating my barriers could fit into this category (or others). - Confidence / Self-Efficacy: this is the "hell yes I've got this!" muscle. If you don't believe you're able to stick with it or do it "right", you're less apt to even try. Hint: YOU CAN DO THIS. And lastly, - Support + accountability: someone else that gives a crap, basically. Someone to support you when you're feeling less than motivated. Someone to hug you or encourage you or pat you on the back. SUPER NECESSARY. People have varying levels of all of the above. Maybe today, I have less motivation but I still know I can do it. So, just because I knooowwww I should've opted in for that grilled chicken, it doesn't necessarily mean I'm going to make that choice. The term "balance" can be achieved nutritionally by making better-for-you choices MORE OFTEN than you make the less-better-for-you choices. As Parmly always put it: you have 3 meals per day (give or take), 7 days per week. Choose better-for-you choices more. Notice I didn't say HEALTHY choices: people have varying definitions of healthy and I do not feel like my definition should necessarily be yours. For example, for myself, I'd 100% choose mayonnaise over ketchup because I believe that sugar in ketchup is simply the devil. To go into my definition just a bit: I believe that we can exist on vegetables, fruit (NOT JUICE), protein, and fats like nuts and fish and other omegas. I will always choose to opt for something with fat versus sugar. Donut or croissant versus cake or cupcake. Ice cream is in the middle. I opt for water and black coffee and would rather not ever drink my calories or anything artificially sweetened (except for the occasional Diet Coke). I don't mess with sugary mixers in my alcohol - vodka or gin and soda water...or wine. For the most part, I don't care about cookies or crackers or pretzels (unless they're fresh and soft) or pasta or cereal or bread or cheese or milk. I will, however, eat the hell out of a sourdough and havarti sandwich. Its not right or wrong per se, and I'm not saying that I'd counsel you to eat the way I eat. Its just what works for me. Find YOUR system. Make small changes. Take that bottom bun off if it doesn't bring you joy. Have half of that cupcake or cookie; the other half isn't going anywhere. Eat what brings you pure, unadulterated joy and happiness. Everyone has occasions to indulge: celebrations, special trips to places that you don't get to eat often. For example, Cindy LOVES the ribs from Duke's. She chose that meal yesterday because she truly loves it and doesn't get to eat it often. Her eyes literally had a twinkle in them when she was talking about those ribs - even before we left GA. When this affinity happens, ITS OKAY. When it's not okay is when you allow this every day...or every week, for that matter. Keep special occasions special. OKAY. Let me get off my soapbox. I just get passionate, I guess. In this moment, it feels really good that this stuff is my profession. At the end of the day, my personal mission is to help one person say "Heck, I can do this." Or, "Hey, this isn't as hard as I thought." Keeping my fingers crossed!

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HCG Diet Recipes - Bon Apetit!

The HCG Diet recipes listed here are submissions from dieters in our Hcg Diet Forums.  Not all recipes are permitted by all protocols so be sure to check ingredients and measurements according to your own menu plan.  If you would like to share a recipe with your fellow dieters, you can submit them to HcgDietInfoRecipes.com. For questions about these recipes, join the HCG Diet Forums and ask our expert coaches.

Our Best HCG Diet Recipes for Phase 2 and Phase 3

Beverage Recipes - Hcg Diet Detox Smoothie Recipes Phase 2 Condiment Recipes:  Sauces, Salsas, etc. - Hcg Diet Friendly Salsas and Hot Sauce Recipes - Tasty Garlic Basil Hcg Diet Marinara HCG Diet Phase 3 Condiment Recipes:  Sauces, Salsas, etc. - Salsas and Hot Sauce Recipes - Chicken Alfredo Recipe for Phase 3 - Deceptively Delicious Cookbook Review Soups, Salads and Snacks: - Hcg Diet Recipes for Soups - Hcg Diet Onion Soup Recipe - Salads and Dressings - Goldfish Crackers - Onion Soup Recipe Entree Recipes: - Breakfast Omelette with Herbs Hcg Diet Recipe - Shrimp Ceviche Hcg Diet Recipe - Chicken and Vegetables Stir Fry Hcg Diet Recipe - Beef Lettuce Wraps - HCG Diet hamburgers - Stuffed Peppers Recipe - Chicken Alfredo for Phase 3 Dessert Recipes for Phase 2 - Our Favorite Hcg-friendly Apple Dessert Recipe - Cinnamon Apples Phase 2 - Coconut Oil Chocolate Delight - Phase 2 Hcg Dessert Recipes by Carla - Chocolate Delight Basic Recipe Dessert Recipes for Phase 3 (P2 safe also) - P3 Strawberry Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting - P3 Chocolate Chip Cookies - P3-friendly Coconut Flour Cake Donuts - P3 Cheesecake Recipe Eating and Cooking Articles for Phase 2 - Hcg Diet 500 calorie Menu - Eating on the Hcg Diet Plan - Learn How to Eat Healthy on the Hcg Diet - Preparing for my Hcg Diet Loading Days - How to Load Correctly on the Hcg Diet - Hcg Diet and Nutrition - Hcg Diet Menu Tips - Vegetarian Hcg Diet Plan: Alternative ProteinsJen's Hcg Diet Plan - Grammy's Hcg Diet Protocol - Eating foods on Dr. Emma's Hcg Diet Plan (Off Protocol) - Hcg Diet Apple Days (to correct a stall) - Miracle Noodles on the Hcg Diet - Hcg Diet Recipe Cookbooks - How to Cook on the Hcg Diet Plan - Best Hcg Diet Sweeteners - Best Hcg Diet Seasonings - 9 Spices to Help You Lose MORE Weight with the Hcg Diet - How to Fix and Hcg Diet Cheat - Hcg Diet ShakesEating over the holidays and special occasions - Holiday and Special Occasion Eating Plan for the Hcg Diet HCG Diet Recipes for Phase 3   FEATURED RECIPES If you're already checked out the Phase 2 hCG Recipes for Beverages, Soups and Salads & Dressing Recipes, then you're ready for Entrees. The main dish and side dish recipes below will help to make your Hcg Diet-approved proteins and vegetables a lot more appetizing. Then be sure to check out the recipes for Hcg Diet Recipes for Phase 2 desserts! During Phase 2, the VLCD (Very Low Calorie Diet), one of the best ways to guarantee your success on the diet is to have a variety of hCG diet recipes available. Although the list of allowed foods on the manuscript: Pounds And Inches protocol can seem limiting you'll be surprised by the variety you can enjoy if you get a little creative. The recipes below will help to keep you on track and make sure you keep losing. Enjoy! Jen's Favorite HCG Diet Cocktail Sauce Recipe: - Cocktail sauce - 3 ounces tomato paste - 1 tablespoons lemon juice (optional) - 1 1/2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar - 1 teaspoon hot sauce (I like Frank's) - 1 1/2 teaspoon of horseradish (more if you like it hot!) - A good dash of mustard powder - Stevia to taste - Salt to taste (I like Himalayan Pink Salt- tastes better, better for you!) - Water as needed for desired consistency

PHASE 2 BEVERAGE RECIPES

Strawberry Lemonade - 1 Quart Water (filtered) - 1 Lemon (juice only) - 1 Sliced Strawberry - Stevia  to taste (liquid or powdered) - Ice Cubes Place 1 quart of water in a picture. Add juice of 1 lemon. Blend strawberries and mix it in to add flavor and color. Stir in sweetener. Add ice as desired. Sweet ’n Sour Lemonade - 1 Quart Water - 1 Lemon (juice only) - 2 packets calorie free natural sweetener (Stevia, Xylitol, Sweet n Low) - Ice Cubes Place 1 quart of water in a picture. Add juice of 1 lemon. Stir in 2 packets of sweetener. Add ice as desired. Garnish with sliced lemons and serve in a tall glass and straw. Sip with a straw and enjoy! Sweet ‘n Spicy Herbal Chai - 8-12 oz hot water - 1 Spiced Chai tea bag - 1 packet  Stevia - 1 tbs milk (only 1 serving a day) Place hot water in cup, steep tea for 5 minutes. Discard tea bag. Stir 1 packet of sweetener. Add milk and stir. Sip and savor. You can also pour over ice cubes in a tall glass for a delicious iced chai tea. Keep a container of this tea in refrigerator to use for cooking or a quick cool pick me up iced tea. Lemon Drop - 1 2 t. squeezed lemon juice - 1 2 c. water - 1 2 c. ice - 5 drops of lemon stevia

More Phase 2 HCG Diet Recipes - ENTREES

Southwestern Salsa Chicken Hcg Diet Recipe - Simmer 100 grams of chicken in chopped tomatoes and dried onion. - Season with salt, pepper and cayenne. - Dried Cilantro herb to taste (or fresh on phase 3, although I don't have a problem with using fresh cilantro in this recipe for phase 2) - dash of sweetener - simmer till chicken is fully cooked. Serve over spinach or lettuce. Makes 1 serving (1 protein, 1 vegetable, 1 fruit) Phase 3 modification:  Add avocado, mushrooms and peppers for a little more flavor. Chicken and Tomato Soup Hcg Diet Recipe - 100 grams, chicken cooked and cubed or shredded - 2 cans stewed or crushed tomatoes - 3 garlic cloves, crushed - 2 tsp. red wine vinegar - A pinch each of parsley, cumin, basil, rosemary, & red pepper flakes Put tomatoes and all the seasonings in a pot and cook it on medium heat for about 5 minutes. Add the turkey and increase the heat to bring the soup to a boil. Keep it heating for another 8 minutes or so and then let it cool slightly before serving. Spicy Chicken100 g chicken, chopped into bite size pieces. Mix with seasonings of choice - Paprika, cayenne, sea salt, garlic power, etc. Cook chicken with 2" onion pieces. Chop 1 tomato into small pieces and add to mostly cooked chicken and cook until chicken is cooked through and tomatoes are to desired consistency. Can add taco seasoning for a more Mexican flavor. Tomato Basil Chicken Hcg Diet Recipe - 100 grams cubed chicken - 1 cup chopped tomato - 1/4 cup water or chicken broth - 2 tablespoons lemon juice - 2 tablespoons chopped dried onion - 1-2 cloves garlic sliced - 3 leaves basil rolled and sliced - 1/8 teaspoon oregano fresh or dried - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder - 1/4 teaspoon onion powder - Cayenne to taste - Salt and pepper to taste Lightly brown the chicken in small saucepan with lemon juice. Add garlic, onion, spices and water. After chicken is cooked add fresh tomatoes and basil. Continue cooking for 5-10 minutes. Salt and pepper to taste, garnish with fresh basil. Makes 1 serving (1 protein, 1 fruit or vegetable) Mock Shake 'n Bake Hcg Diet Recipe - 1/2 c minced dehydrated onions - 1/4 t coriander - 1/4 t thyme - 1/4 t red pepper flakes - 1/8 t oregano - 1/8 t paprika - 1/8 t black pepper - 1/8 t salt Place all ingredients in food processor or coffee grinder. Grind to a powder. Store in air-tight container. Dampen meat, then coat. This is great on chicken, fish, shrimp, even steaks. Fried Chicken Tenders Hcg Diet Recipe - 100g chicken - 1 T milk (or less) - 1 grissini Seasonings (salt, pepper, paprika, ground red pepper, garlic powder) Preheat oven to 350. Slice chicken breast into 3 tenders. In small bowl, mix milk and any seasonings you prefer. Grind grissini in food processor until it is a powder. Put grissini powder in a separate small bowl. Add chicken to milk mixture and toss to coat well. Then one at a time, place chicken in grissini powder and coat both sides of chicken. Place chicken in glass baking dish and bake 30-40 mins, turning over halfway through. In last 5 mins, turn on broiler and broil 2-3 mins each side. NOTE: Remember that this recipe includes both your meat and grissini portion. As well as your daily allowance of milk. Chicken Marinara Hcg Diet Recipe - 100 grams of chicken - 1 small tomato, diced - 2-3 cloves of garlic - 1 tsp oregano - 1 tsp basil - 1/2 tsp chili powder - A Dash of garlic powder - A Dash of pepper Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Place half your tomatoes in the bottom of your favorite casserole dish. Sear your chicken with a dash of pepper, a dash of salt and a dash of garlic powder for a couple minutes on each side. Then put it in the casserole dish on top of the tomatoes. Immediately after adding the chicken, add your minced garlic. Toss all of the remaining ingredients in small bowl separately and then place over the top of the chicken in the casserole dish. Cover it and cook for 45 minute to an hour. It’s best served warm so let it cool for 10 minutes or so before you eat Garlic Chicken Hcg Diet Recipe Phase 2 and Phase 3 - 100g chicken - onion pieces (eat as veggie or remove after dish is cooked) - 3-5 cloves garlic - unpeeled & left whole - juice of half lemon - black pepper to taste Preheat oven to 350. Heat non-stick saucepan over MED. Add the onion. Stir constantly until tender. 5-10 mins. Transfer onions to glass baking dish. Place chicken atop onions. Squeeze on lemon juice & sprinkle with pepper. Place garlic around and on the chicken. Cover tightly either with lid or aluminum foil. Cook for 30-45 mins or until chicken is no longer pink. Steak (or Chicken) Pizzaiola Hcg Diet Recipe Phase 2 and 3 - 100g steak (or chicken) - tomato (diced) - 2-3 cloves minced garlic - 1 t oregano - 1 t basil - 1/4 t chili powder - black pepper Preheat oven to 350. Place 1/2 of the diced tomato in casserole dish. Add meat on top of tomato and top with minced garlic. In small bowl, toss the rest of tomato with the oregano, basil, chili powder, and black pepper. Place on top of steak. Cover tightly with aluminum foil or with lid. Bake 45-60 mins. TIP: If using chicken, sear each side for a minute or two in a frying pan with a dash of salt/pepper (until just browned). Then follow with same steps as above. Crockpot Roast Hcg Diet Recipe - 100g steak - 1 pkg onion soup mix - 1 c beef broth - black pepper to taste (and/or other spices) Add steak to crockpot. Cover with remaining ingredients. Cook for several hours until reaches desired doneness. Mini Meatloaf Hcg Diet Recipe -  100g ground steak - 1/2 t milk or bbq sauce - 1 grissini or melba toast (ground into powder) - 2-3 cloves minced garlic - 1/2 t dehydrated minced onion - 1/2 t spicy mustard - 1/4 t allspice - 1/8 t sage - salt/pepper to taste Any additional seasonings you like Preheat oven to 350. In small bowl, combine all ingredients and form into a small meatloaf. Place in glass dish, cover, and bake 25-30 mins. Uncover dish, add bbq sauce or homemade sugar free ketchup to top, and bake 5-10 additional mins. Serve immediately with a bit more of bbq sauce or homemade sugar free ketchup for dipping. Meatballs Recipe for the Hcg Diet Plan - 100g steak (ground into hamburger) - 1 grissini or melba toast (ground into powder) - 1 T milk - parsley - onion powder - basil - oregano - garlic - salt - pepper Preheat oven to 425. In bowl, combine all ingredients. Form into 1" meatballs (makes about 6-7). Place in baking dish or non-stick baking sheet and cook 10 minutes turning halfway through cooking time. Talapia (A Favorite Fish Hcg Diet Recipe) - 100g Talapia - sea salt - garlic Steam for about 2.5 minutes or cook on the grill. Phase 2 HCG Diet Recipes - Snacks Roasted Asparagus Hcg Diet Recipe - 100g asparagus (or your allowed amount) - 1-2 cloves minced garlic or garlic powder - 1/2 t parsley - 1/4 t oregano - black pepper (to taste) Preheat oven to 400. Trim asparagus. Spread the spears on a sheet of non-stick aluminum foil. Add the seasonings. Wrap all ends of the foil up tightly to make a sealed 'pocket'. Roast 15-20 minutes in oven or grill. Onion Rings (Hcg Diet Recipe Phase 2 and Phase 3 Friendly) - 80g sliced onion rings - 1 grissini - 1 T skim milk (as allowed daily) - 1/4 t cayenne pepper - 1/4 t salt - 1/4 t pepper Preheat oven to 450. In a small bowl, add milk, cayenne pepper, salt, pepper. Mix to make a batter. Grind grissini in food processor until it is a powder. Put grissini in a separate small bowl. Place rings in batter bowl and toss to coat fully. (It's best to use your hands here to ensure you coat each ring.) Let sit in batter 2-3 mins then toss again. Dip each ring into the grissini powder by hand. It works best to do these one at a time, rolling the ring in the grissini coating instead of tossing or shaking it on. Cook 6-7 mins. Then flip, cooking an additional 6-7 mins. There are plenty more recipes at HcgDietInfoRecipes.com! Questions about Hcg Diet Recipes and Eating on the Hcg Diet can be answered by our expert moderators in the Hcg Diet Forums. Read the full article

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HCG Diet Recipes - Bon Apetit!

The HCG Diet recipes listed here are submissions from dieters in our Hcg Diet Forums.  Not all recipes are permitted by all protocols so be sure to check ingredients and measurements according to your own menu plan.  If you would like to share a recipe with your fellow dieters, you can submit them to HcgDietInfoRecipes.com. For questions about these recipes, join the HCG Diet Forums and ask our expert coaches.

Our Best HCG Diet Recipes for Phase 2 and Phase 3

Beverage Recipes - Hcg Diet Detox Smoothie Recipes Phase 2 Condiment Recipes:  Sauces, Salsas, etc. - Hcg Diet Friendly Salsas and Hot Sauce Recipes - Tasty Garlic Basil Hcg Diet Marinara HCG Diet Phase 3 Condiment Recipes:  Sauces, Salsas, etc. - Salsas and Hot Sauce Recipes - Chicken Alfredo Recipe for Phase 3 - Deceptively Delicious Cookbook Review Soups, Salads and Snacks: - Hcg Diet Recipes for Soups - Hcg Diet Onion Soup Recipe - Salads and Dressings - Goldfish Crackers - Onion Soup Recipe Entree Recipes: - Breakfast Omelette with Herbs Hcg Diet Recipe - Shrimp Ceviche Hcg Diet Recipe - Chicken and Vegetables Stir Fry Hcg Diet Recipe - Beef Lettuce Wraps - HCG Diet hamburgers - Stuffed Peppers Recipe - Chicken Alfredo for Phase 3 Dessert Recipes for Phase 2 - Our Favorite Hcg-friendly Apple Dessert Recipe - Cinnamon Apples Phase 2 - Coconut Oil Chocolate Delight - Phase 2 Hcg Dessert Recipes by Carla - Chocolate Delight Basic Recipe Dessert Recipes for Phase 3 (P2 safe also) - P3 Strawberry Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting - P3 Chocolate Chip Cookies - P3-friendly Coconut Flour Cake Donuts - P3 Cheesecake Recipe Eating and Cooking Articles for Phase 2 - Hcg Diet 500 calorie Menu - Eating on the Hcg Diet Plan - Learn How to Eat Healthy on the Hcg Diet - Preparing for my Hcg Diet Loading Days - How to Load Correctly on the Hcg Diet - Hcg Diet and Nutrition - Hcg Diet Menu Tips - Vegetarian Hcg Diet Plan: Alternative ProteinsJen's Hcg Diet Plan - Grammy's Hcg Diet Protocol - Eating foods on Dr. Emma's Hcg Diet Plan (Off Protocol) - Hcg Diet Apple Days (to correct a stall) - Miracle Noodles on the Hcg Diet - Hcg Diet Recipe Cookbooks - How to Cook on the Hcg Diet Plan - Best Hcg Diet Sweeteners - Best Hcg Diet Seasonings - 9 Spices to Help You Lose MORE Weight with the Hcg Diet - How to Fix and Hcg Diet Cheat - Hcg Diet ShakesEating over the holidays and special occasions - Holiday and Special Occasion Eating Plan for the Hcg Diet HCG Diet Recipes for Phase 3   FEATURED RECIPES If you're already checked out the Phase 2 hCG Recipes for Beverages, Soups and Salads & Dressing Recipes, then you're ready for Entrees. The main dish and side dish recipes below will help to make your Hcg Diet-approved proteins and vegetables a lot more appetizing. Then be sure to check out the recipes for Hcg Diet Recipes for Phase 2 desserts! During Phase 2, the VLCD (Very Low Calorie Diet), one of the best ways to guarantee your success on the diet is to have a variety of hCG diet recipes available. Although the list of allowed foods on the manuscript: Pounds And Inches protocol can seem limiting you'll be surprised by the variety you can enjoy if you get a little creative. The recipes below will help to keep you on track and make sure you keep losing. Enjoy! Jen's Favorite HCG Diet Cocktail Sauce Recipe: - Cocktail sauce - 3 ounces tomato paste - 1 tablespoons lemon juice (optional) - 1 1/2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar - 1 teaspoon hot sauce (I like Frank's) - 1 1/2 teaspoon of horseradish (more if you like it hot!) - A good dash of mustard powder - Stevia to taste - Salt to taste (I like Himalayan Pink Salt- tastes better, better for you!) - Water as needed for desired consistency

PHASE 2 BEVERAGE RECIPES

Strawberry Lemonade - 1 Quart Water (filtered) - 1 Lemon (juice only) - 1 Sliced Strawberry - Stevia  to taste (liquid or powdered) - Ice Cubes Place 1 quart of water in a picture. Add juice of 1 lemon. Blend strawberries and mix it in to add flavor and color. Stir in sweetener. Add ice as desired. Sweet ’n Sour Lemonade - 1 Quart Water - 1 Lemon (juice only) - 2 packets calorie free natural sweetener (Stevia, Xylitol, Sweet n Low) - Ice Cubes Place 1 quart of water in a picture. Add juice of 1 lemon. Stir in 2 packets of sweetener. Add ice as desired. Garnish with sliced lemons and serve in a tall glass and straw. Sip with a straw and enjoy! Sweet ‘n Spicy Herbal Chai - 8-12 oz hot water - 1 Spiced Chai tea bag - 1 packet  Stevia - 1 tbs milk (only 1 serving a day) Place hot water in cup, steep tea for 5 minutes. Discard tea bag. Stir 1 packet of sweetener. Add milk and stir. Sip and savor. You can also pour over ice cubes in a tall glass for a delicious iced chai tea. Keep a container of this tea in refrigerator to use for cooking or a quick cool pick me up iced tea. Lemon Drop - 1 2 t. squeezed lemon juice - 1 2 c. water - 1 2 c. ice - 5 drops of lemon stevia

More Phase 2 HCG Diet Recipes - ENTREES

Southwestern Salsa Chicken Hcg Diet Recipe - Simmer 100 grams of chicken in chopped tomatoes and dried onion. - Season with salt, pepper and cayenne. - Dried Cilantro herb to taste (or fresh on phase 3, although I don't have a problem with using fresh cilantro in this recipe for phase 2) - dash of sweetener - simmer till chicken is fully cooked. Serve over spinach or lettuce. Makes 1 serving (1 protein, 1 vegetable, 1 fruit) Phase 3 modification:  Add avocado, mushrooms and peppers for a little more flavor. Chicken and Tomato Soup Hcg Diet Recipe - 100 grams, chicken cooked and cubed or shredded - 2 cans stewed or crushed tomatoes - 3 garlic cloves, crushed - 2 tsp. red wine vinegar - A pinch each of parsley, cumin, basil, rosemary, & red pepper flakes Put tomatoes and all the seasonings in a pot and cook it on medium heat for about 5 minutes. Add the turkey and increase the heat to bring the soup to a boil. Keep it heating for another 8 minutes or so and then let it cool slightly before serving. Spicy Chicken100 g chicken, chopped into bite size pieces. Mix with seasonings of choice - Paprika, cayenne, sea salt, garlic power, etc. Cook chicken with 2" onion pieces. Chop 1 tomato into small pieces and add to mostly cooked chicken and cook until chicken is cooked through and tomatoes are to desired consistency. Can add taco seasoning for a more Mexican flavor. Tomato Basil Chicken Hcg Diet Recipe - 100 grams cubed chicken - 1 cup chopped tomato - 1/4 cup water or chicken broth - 2 tablespoons lemon juice - 2 tablespoons chopped dried onion - 1-2 cloves garlic sliced - 3 leaves basil rolled and sliced - 1/8 teaspoon oregano fresh or dried - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder - 1/4 teaspoon onion powder - Cayenne to taste - Salt and pepper to taste Lightly brown the chicken in small saucepan with lemon juice. Add garlic, onion, spices and water. After chicken is cooked add fresh tomatoes and basil. Continue cooking for 5-10 minutes. Salt and pepper to taste, garnish with fresh basil. Makes 1 serving (1 protein, 1 fruit or vegetable) Mock Shake 'n Bake Hcg Diet Recipe - 1/2 c minced dehydrated onions - 1/4 t coriander - 1/4 t thyme - 1/4 t red pepper flakes - 1/8 t oregano - 1/8 t paprika - 1/8 t black pepper - 1/8 t salt Place all ingredients in food processor or coffee grinder. Grind to a powder. Store in air-tight container. Dampen meat, then coat. This is great on chicken, fish, shrimp, even steaks. Fried Chicken Tenders Hcg Diet Recipe - 100g chicken - 1 T milk (or less) - 1 grissini Seasonings (salt, pepper, paprika, ground red pepper, garlic powder) Preheat oven to 350. Slice chicken breast into 3 tenders. In small bowl, mix milk and any seasonings you prefer. Grind grissini in food processor until it is a powder. Put grissini powder in a separate small bowl. Add chicken to milk mixture and toss to coat well. Then one at a time, place chicken in grissini powder and coat both sides of chicken. Place chicken in glass baking dish and bake 30-40 mins, turning over halfway through. In last 5 mins, turn on broiler and broil 2-3 mins each side. NOTE: Remember that this recipe includes both your meat and grissini portion. As well as your daily allowance of milk. Chicken Marinara Hcg Diet Recipe - 100 grams of chicken - 1 small tomato, diced - 2-3 cloves of garlic - 1 tsp oregano - 1 tsp basil - 1/2 tsp chili powder - A Dash of garlic powder - A Dash of pepper Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Place half your tomatoes in the bottom of your favorite casserole dish. Sear your chicken with a dash of pepper, a dash of salt and a dash of garlic powder for a couple minutes on each side. Then put it in the casserole dish on top of the tomatoes. Immediately after adding the chicken, add your minced garlic. Toss all of the remaining ingredients in small bowl separately and then place over the top of the chicken in the casserole dish. Cover it and cook for 45 minute to an hour. It’s best served warm so let it cool for 10 minutes or so before you eat Garlic Chicken Hcg Diet Recipe Phase 2 and Phase 3 - 100g chicken - onion pieces (eat as veggie or remove after dish is cooked) - 3-5 cloves garlic - unpeeled & left whole - juice of half lemon - black pepper to taste Preheat oven to 350. Heat non-stick saucepan over MED. Add the onion. Stir constantly until tender. 5-10 mins. Transfer onions to glass baking dish. Place chicken atop onions. Squeeze on lemon juice & sprinkle with pepper. Place garlic around and on the chicken. Cover tightly either with lid or aluminum foil. Cook for 30-45 mins or until chicken is no longer pink. Steak (or Chicken) Pizzaiola Hcg Diet Recipe Phase 2 and 3 - 100g steak (or chicken) - tomato (diced) - 2-3 cloves minced garlic - 1 t oregano - 1 t basil - 1/4 t chili powder - black pepper Preheat oven to 350. Place 1/2 of the diced tomato in casserole dish. Add meat on top of tomato and top with minced garlic. In small bowl, toss the rest of tomato with the oregano, basil, chili powder, and black pepper. Place on top of steak. Cover tightly with aluminum foil or with lid. Bake 45-60 mins. TIP: If using chicken, sear each side for a minute or two in a frying pan with a dash of salt/pepper (until just browned). Then follow with same steps as above. Crockpot Roast Hcg Diet Recipe - 100g steak - 1 pkg onion soup mix - 1 c beef broth - black pepper to taste (and/or other spices) Add steak to crockpot. Cover with remaining ingredients. Cook for several hours until reaches desired doneness. Mini Meatloaf Hcg Diet Recipe -  100g ground steak - 1/2 t milk or bbq sauce - 1 grissini or melba toast (ground into powder) - 2-3 cloves minced garlic - 1/2 t dehydrated minced onion - 1/2 t spicy mustard - 1/4 t allspice - 1/8 t sage - salt/pepper to taste Any additional seasonings you like Preheat oven to 350. In small bowl, combine all ingredients and form into a small meatloaf. Place in glass dish, cover, and bake 25-30 mins. Uncover dish, add bbq sauce or homemade sugar free ketchup to top, and bake 5-10 additional mins. Serve immediately with a bit more of bbq sauce or homemade sugar free ketchup for dipping. Meatballs Recipe for the Hcg Diet Plan - 100g steak (ground into hamburger) - 1 grissini or melba toast (ground into powder) - 1 T milk - parsley - onion powder - basil - oregano - garlic - salt - pepper Preheat oven to 425. In bowl, combine all ingredients. Form into 1" meatballs (makes about 6-7). Place in baking dish or non-stick baking sheet and cook 10 minutes turning halfway through cooking time. Talapia (A Favorite Fish Hcg Diet Recipe) - 100g Talapia - sea salt - garlic Steam for about 2.5 minutes or cook on the grill. Phase 2 HCG Diet Recipes - Snacks Roasted Asparagus Hcg Diet Recipe - 100g asparagus (or your allowed amount) - 1-2 cloves minced garlic or garlic powder - 1/2 t parsley - 1/4 t oregano - black pepper (to taste) Preheat oven to 400. Trim asparagus. Spread the spears on a sheet of non-stick aluminum foil. Add the seasonings. Wrap all ends of the foil up tightly to make a sealed 'pocket'. Roast 15-20 minutes in oven or grill. Onion Rings (Hcg Diet Recipe Phase 2 and Phase 3 Friendly) - 80g sliced onion rings - 1 grissini - 1 T skim milk (as allowed daily) - 1/4 t cayenne pepper - 1/4 t salt - 1/4 t pepper Preheat oven to 450. In a small bowl, add milk, cayenne pepper, salt, pepper. Mix to make a batter. Grind grissini in food processor until it is a powder. Put grissini in a separate small bowl. Place rings in batter bowl and toss to coat fully. (It's best to use your hands here to ensure you coat each ring.) Let sit in batter 2-3 mins then toss again. Dip each ring into the grissini powder by hand. It works best to do these one at a time, rolling the ring in the grissini coating instead of tossing or shaking it on. Cook 6-7 mins. Then flip, cooking an additional 6-7 mins. There are plenty more recipes at HcgDietInfoRecipes.com! Questions about Hcg Diet Recipes and Eating on the Hcg Diet can be answered by our expert moderators in the Hcg Diet Forums. Read the full article

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HCG Diet Recipes - Bon Apetit!

The HCG Diet recipes listed here are submissions from dieters in our Hcg Diet Forums.  Not all recipes are permitted by all protocols so be sure to check ingredients and measurements according to your own menu plan.  If you would like to share a recipe with your fellow dieters, you can submit them to HcgDietInfoRecipes.com. For questions about these recipes, join the HCG Diet Forums and ask our expert coaches.

Our Best HCG Diet Recipes for Phase 2 and Phase 3

Beverage Recipes - Hcg Diet Detox Smoothie Recipes Phase 2 Condiment Recipes:  Sauces, Salsas, etc. - Hcg Diet Friendly Salsas and Hot Sauce Recipes - Tasty Garlic Basil Hcg Diet Marinara HCG Diet Phase 3 Condiment Recipes:  Sauces, Salsas, etc. - Salsas and Hot Sauce Recipes - Chicken Alfredo Recipe for Phase 3 - Deceptively Delicious Cookbook Review Soups, Salads and Snacks: - Hcg Diet Recipes for Soups - Hcg Diet Onion Soup Recipe - Salads and Dressings - Goldfish Crackers - Onion Soup Recipe Entree Recipes: - Breakfast Omelette with Herbs Hcg Diet Recipe - Shrimp Ceviche Hcg Diet Recipe - Chicken and Vegetables Stir Fry Hcg Diet Recipe - Beef Lettuce Wraps - HCG Diet hamburgers - Stuffed Peppers Recipe - Chicken Alfredo for Phase 3 Dessert Recipes for Phase 2 - Our Favorite Hcg-friendly Apple Dessert Recipe - Cinnamon Apples Phase 2 - Coconut Oil Chocolate Delight - Phase 2 Hcg Dessert Recipes by Carla - Chocolate Delight Basic Recipe Dessert Recipes for Phase 3 (P2 safe also) - P3 Strawberry Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting - P3 Chocolate Chip Cookies - P3-friendly Coconut Flour Cake Donuts - P3 Cheesecake Recipe Eating and Cooking Articles for Phase 2 - Hcg Diet 500 calorie Menu - Eating on the Hcg Diet Plan - Learn How to Eat Healthy on the Hcg Diet - Preparing for my Hcg Diet Loading Days - How to Load Correctly on the Hcg Diet - Hcg Diet and Nutrition - Hcg Diet Menu Tips - Vegetarian Hcg Diet Plan: Alternative ProteinsJen's Hcg Diet Plan - Grammy's Hcg Diet Protocol - Eating foods on Dr. Emma's Hcg Diet Plan (Off Protocol) - Hcg Diet Apple Days (to correct a stall) - Miracle Noodles on the Hcg Diet - Hcg Diet Recipe Cookbooks - How to Cook on the Hcg Diet Plan - Best Hcg Diet Sweeteners - Best Hcg Diet Seasonings - 9 Spices to Help You Lose MORE Weight with the Hcg Diet - How to Fix and Hcg Diet Cheat - Hcg Diet ShakesEating over the holidays and special occasions - Holiday and Special Occasion Eating Plan for the Hcg Diet HCG Diet Recipes for Phase 3   FEATURED RECIPES If you're already checked out the Phase 2 hCG Recipes for Beverages, Soups and Salads & Dressing Recipes, then you're ready for Entrees. The main dish and side dish recipes below will help to make your Hcg Diet-approved proteins and vegetables a lot more appetizing. Then be sure to check out the recipes for Hcg Diet Recipes for Phase 2 desserts! During Phase 2, the VLCD (Very Low Calorie Diet), one of the best ways to guarantee your success on the diet is to have a variety of hCG diet recipes available. Although the list of allowed foods on the manuscript: Pounds And Inches protocol can seem limiting you'll be surprised by the variety you can enjoy if you get a little creative. The recipes below will help to keep you on track and make sure you keep losing. Enjoy! Jen's Favorite HCG Diet Cocktail Sauce Recipe: - Cocktail sauce - 3 ounces tomato paste - 1 tablespoons lemon juice (optional) - 1 1/2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar - 1 teaspoon hot sauce (I like Frank's) - 1 1/2 teaspoon of horseradish (more if you like it hot!) - A good dash of mustard powder - Stevia to taste - Salt to taste (I like Himalayan Pink Salt- tastes better, better for you!) - Water as needed for desired consistency

PHASE 2 BEVERAGE RECIPES

Strawberry Lemonade - 1 Quart Water (filtered) - 1 Lemon (juice only) - 1 Sliced Strawberry - Stevia  to taste (liquid or powdered) - Ice Cubes Place 1 quart of water in a picture. Add juice of 1 lemon. Blend strawberries and mix it in to add flavor and color. Stir in sweetener. Add ice as desired. Sweet ’n Sour Lemonade - 1 Quart Water - 1 Lemon (juice only) - 2 packets calorie free natural sweetener (Stevia, Xylitol, Sweet n Low) - Ice Cubes Place 1 quart of water in a picture. Add juice of 1 lemon. Stir in 2 packets of sweetener. Add ice as desired. Garnish with sliced lemons and serve in a tall glass and straw. Sip with a straw and enjoy! Sweet ‘n Spicy Herbal Chai - 8-12 oz hot water - 1 Spiced Chai tea bag - 1 packet  Stevia - 1 tbs milk (only 1 serving a day) Place hot water in cup, steep tea for 5 minutes. Discard tea bag. Stir 1 packet of sweetener. Add milk and stir. Sip and savor. You can also pour over ice cubes in a tall glass for a delicious iced chai tea. Keep a container of this tea in refrigerator to use for cooking or a quick cool pick me up iced tea. Lemon Drop - 1 2 t. squeezed lemon juice - 1 2 c. water - 1 2 c. ice - 5 drops of lemon stevia

More Phase 2 HCG Diet Recipes - ENTREES

Southwestern Salsa Chicken Hcg Diet Recipe - Simmer 100 grams of chicken in chopped tomatoes and dried onion. - Season with salt, pepper and cayenne. - Dried Cilantro herb to taste (or fresh on phase 3, although I don't have a problem with using fresh cilantro in this recipe for phase 2) - dash of sweetener - simmer till chicken is fully cooked. Serve over spinach or lettuce. Makes 1 serving (1 protein, 1 vegetable, 1 fruit) Phase 3 modification:  Add avocado, mushrooms and peppers for a little more flavor. Chicken and Tomato Soup Hcg Diet Recipe - 100 grams, chicken cooked and cubed or shredded - 2 cans stewed or crushed tomatoes - 3 garlic cloves, crushed - 2 tsp. red wine vinegar - A pinch each of parsley, cumin, basil, rosemary, & red pepper flakes Put tomatoes and all the seasonings in a pot and cook it on medium heat for about 5 minutes. Add the turkey and increase the heat to bring the soup to a boil. Keep it heating for another 8 minutes or so and then let it cool slightly before serving. Spicy Chicken100 g chicken, chopped into bite size pieces. Mix with seasonings of choice - Paprika, cayenne, sea salt, garlic power, etc. Cook chicken with 2" onion pieces. Chop 1 tomato into small pieces and add to mostly cooked chicken and cook until chicken is cooked through and tomatoes are to desired consistency. Can add taco seasoning for a more Mexican flavor. Tomato Basil Chicken Hcg Diet Recipe - 100 grams cubed chicken - 1 cup chopped tomato - 1/4 cup water or chicken broth - 2 tablespoons lemon juice - 2 tablespoons chopped dried onion - 1-2 cloves garlic sliced - 3 leaves basil rolled and sliced - 1/8 teaspoon oregano fresh or dried - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder - 1/4 teaspoon onion powder - Cayenne to taste - Salt and pepper to taste Lightly brown the chicken in small saucepan with lemon juice. Add garlic, onion, spices and water. After chicken is cooked add fresh tomatoes and basil. Continue cooking for 5-10 minutes. Salt and pepper to taste, garnish with fresh basil. Makes 1 serving (1 protein, 1 fruit or vegetable) Mock Shake 'n Bake Hcg Diet Recipe - 1/2 c minced dehydrated onions - 1/4 t coriander - 1/4 t thyme - 1/4 t red pepper flakes - 1/8 t oregano - 1/8 t paprika - 1/8 t black pepper - 1/8 t salt Place all ingredients in food processor or coffee grinder. Grind to a powder. Store in air-tight container. Dampen meat, then coat. This is great on chicken, fish, shrimp, even steaks. Fried Chicken Tenders Hcg Diet Recipe - 100g chicken - 1 T milk (or less) - 1 grissini Seasonings (salt, pepper, paprika, ground red pepper, garlic powder) Preheat oven to 350. Slice chicken breast into 3 tenders. In small bowl, mix milk and any seasonings you prefer. Grind grissini in food processor until it is a powder. Put grissini powder in a separate small bowl. Add chicken to milk mixture and toss to coat well. Then one at a time, place chicken in grissini powder and coat both sides of chicken. Place chicken in glass baking dish and bake 30-40 mins, turning over halfway through. In last 5 mins, turn on broiler and broil 2-3 mins each side. NOTE: Remember that this recipe includes both your meat and grissini portion. As well as your daily allowance of milk. Chicken Marinara Hcg Diet Recipe - 100 grams of chicken - 1 small tomato, diced - 2-3 cloves of garlic - 1 tsp oregano - 1 tsp basil - 1/2 tsp chili powder - A Dash of garlic powder - A Dash of pepper Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Place half your tomatoes in the bottom of your favorite casserole dish. Sear your chicken with a dash of pepper, a dash of salt and a dash of garlic powder for a couple minutes on each side. Then put it in the casserole dish on top of the tomatoes. Immediately after adding the chicken, add your minced garlic. Toss all of the remaining ingredients in small bowl separately and then place over the top of the chicken in the casserole dish. Cover it and cook for 45 minute to an hour. It’s best served warm so let it cool for 10 minutes or so before you eat Garlic Chicken Hcg Diet Recipe Phase 2 and Phase 3 - 100g chicken - onion pieces (eat as veggie or remove after dish is cooked) - 3-5 cloves garlic - unpeeled & left whole - juice of half lemon - black pepper to taste Preheat oven to 350. Heat non-stick saucepan over MED. Add the onion. Stir constantly until tender. 5-10 mins. Transfer onions to glass baking dish. Place chicken atop onions. Squeeze on lemon juice & sprinkle with pepper. Place garlic around and on the chicken. Cover tightly either with lid or aluminum foil. Cook for 30-45 mins or until chicken is no longer pink. Steak (or Chicken) Pizzaiola Hcg Diet Recipe Phase 2 and 3 - 100g steak (or chicken) - tomato (diced) - 2-3 cloves minced garlic - 1 t oregano - 1 t basil - 1/4 t chili powder - black pepper Preheat oven to 350. Place 1/2 of the diced tomato in casserole dish. Add meat on top of tomato and top with minced garlic. In small bowl, toss the rest of tomato with the oregano, basil, chili powder, and black pepper. Place on top of steak. Cover tightly with aluminum foil or with lid. Bake 45-60 mins. TIP: If using chicken, sear each side for a minute or two in a frying pan with a dash of salt/pepper (until just browned). Then follow with same steps as above. Crockpot Roast Hcg Diet Recipe - 100g steak - 1 pkg onion soup mix - 1 c beef broth - black pepper to taste (and/or other spices) Add steak to crockpot. Cover with remaining ingredients. Cook for several hours until reaches desired doneness. Mini Meatloaf Hcg Diet Recipe -  100g ground steak - 1/2 t milk or bbq sauce - 1 grissini or melba toast (ground into powder) - 2-3 cloves minced garlic - 1/2 t dehydrated minced onion - 1/2 t spicy mustard - 1/4 t allspice - 1/8 t sage - salt/pepper to taste Any additional seasonings you like Preheat oven to 350. In small bowl, combine all ingredients and form into a small meatloaf. Place in glass dish, cover, and bake 25-30 mins. Uncover dish, add bbq sauce or homemade sugar free ketchup to top, and bake 5-10 additional mins. Serve immediately with a bit more of bbq sauce or homemade sugar free ketchup for dipping. Meatballs Recipe for the Hcg Diet Plan - 100g steak (ground into hamburger) - 1 grissini or melba toast (ground into powder) - 1 T milk - parsley - onion powder - basil - oregano - garlic - salt - pepper Preheat oven to 425. In bowl, combine all ingredients. Form into 1" meatballs (makes about 6-7). Place in baking dish or non-stick baking sheet and cook 10 minutes turning halfway through cooking time. Talapia (A Favorite Fish Hcg Diet Recipe) - 100g Talapia - sea salt - garlic Steam for about 2.5 minutes or cook on the grill. Phase 2 HCG Diet Recipes - Snacks Roasted Asparagus Hcg Diet Recipe - 100g asparagus (or your allowed amount) - 1-2 cloves minced garlic or garlic powder - 1/2 t parsley - 1/4 t oregano - black pepper (to taste) Preheat oven to 400. Trim asparagus. Spread the spears on a sheet of non-stick aluminum foil. Add the seasonings. Wrap all ends of the foil up tightly to make a sealed 'pocket'. Roast 15-20 minutes in oven or grill. Onion Rings (Hcg Diet Recipe Phase 2 and Phase 3 Friendly) - 80g sliced onion rings - 1 grissini - 1 T skim milk (as allowed daily) - 1/4 t cayenne pepper - 1/4 t salt - 1/4 t pepper Preheat oven to 450. In a small bowl, add milk, cayenne pepper, salt, pepper. Mix to make a batter. Grind grissini in food processor until it is a powder. Put grissini in a separate small bowl. Place rings in batter bowl and toss to coat fully. (It's best to use your hands here to ensure you coat each ring.) Let sit in batter 2-3 mins then toss again. Dip each ring into the grissini powder by hand. It works best to do these one at a time, rolling the ring in the grissini coating instead of tossing or shaking it on. Cook 6-7 mins. Then flip, cooking an additional 6-7 mins. There are plenty more recipes at HcgDietInfoRecipes.com! Questions about Hcg Diet Recipes and Eating on the Hcg Diet can be answered by our expert moderators in the Hcg Diet Forums. Read the full article

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HCG Diet Recipes - Bon Apetit!

The HCG Diet recipes listed here are submissions from dieters in our Hcg Diet Forums.  Not all recipes are permitted by all protocols so be sure to check ingredients and measurements according to your own menu plan.  If you would like to share a recipe with your fellow dieters, you can submit them to HcgDietInfoRecipes.com. For questions about these recipes, join the HCG Diet Forums and ask our expert coaches. Our Best HCG Diet Recipes for Phase 2 and Phase 3 Beverage Recipes - Hcg Diet Detox Smoothie Recipes Phase 2 Condiment Recipes:  Sauces, Salsas, etc. - Hcg Diet Friendly Salsas and Hot Sauce Recipes - Tasty Garlic Basil Hcg Diet Marinara HCG Diet Phase 3 Condiment Recipes:  Sauces, Salsas, etc. - Salsas and Hot Sauce Recipes - Chicken Alfredo Recipe for Phase 3 - Deceptively Delicious Cookbook Review Soups, Salads and Snacks: - Hcg Diet Recipes for Soups - Hcg Diet Onion Soup Recipe - Salads and Dressings - Goldfish Crackers - Onion Soup Recipe Entree Recipes: - Breakfast Omelette with Herbs Hcg Diet Recipe - Shrimp Ceviche Hcg Diet Recipe - Chicken and Vegetables Stir Fry Hcg Diet Recipe - Beef Lettuce Wraps - HCG Diet hamburgers - Stuffed Peppers Recipe - Chicken Alfredo for Phase 3 Dessert Recipes for Phase 2 - Our Favorite Hcg-friendly Apple Dessert Recipe - Cinnamon Apples Phase 2 - Coconut Oil Chocolate Delight - Phase 2 Hcg Dessert Recipes by Carla - Chocolate Delight Basic Recipe Dessert Recipes for Phase 3 (P2 safe also) - P3 Strawberry Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting - P3 Chocolate Chip Cookies - P3-friendly Coconut Flour Cake Donuts - P3 Cheesecake Recipe Eating and Cooking Articles for Phase 2 - Hcg Diet 500 calorie Menu - Eating on the Hcg Diet Plan - Learn How to Eat Healthy on the Hcg Diet - Preparing for my Hcg Diet Loading Days - How to Load Correctly on the Hcg Diet - Hcg Diet and Nutrition - Hcg Diet Menu Tips - Vegetarian Hcg Diet Plan: Alternative ProteinsJen's Hcg Diet Plan - Grammy's Hcg Diet Protocol - Eating foods on Dr. Emma's Hcg Diet Plan (Off Protocol) - Hcg Diet Apple Days (to correct a stall) - Miracle Noodles on the Hcg Diet - Hcg Diet Recipe Cookbooks - How to Cook on the Hcg Diet Plan - Best Hcg Diet Sweeteners - Best Hcg Diet Seasonings - 9 Spices to Help You Lose MORE Weight with the Hcg Diet - How to Fix and Hcg Diet Cheat - Hcg Diet ShakesEating over the holidays and special occasions - Holiday and Special Occasion Eating Plan for the Hcg Diet HCG Diet Recipes for Phase 3   FEATURED RECIPES If you're already checked out the Phase 2 hCG Recipes for Beverages, Soups and Salads & Dressing Recipes, then you're ready for Entrees. The main dish and side dish recipes below will help to make your Hcg Diet-approved proteins and vegetables a lot more appetizing. Then be sure to check out the recipes for Hcg Diet Recipes for Phase 2 desserts! During Phase 2, the VLCD (Very Low Calorie Diet), one of the best ways to guarantee your success on the diet is to have a variety of hCG diet recipes available. Although the list of allowed foods on the manuscript: Pounds And Inches protocol can seem limiting you'll be surprised by the variety you can enjoy if you get a little creative. The recipes below will help to keep you on track and make sure you keep losing. Enjoy! Jen's Favorite HCG Diet Cocktail Sauce Recipe: - Cocktail sauce - 3 ounces tomato paste - 1 tablespoons lemon juice (optional) - 1 1/2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar - 1 teaspoon hot sauce (I like Frank's) - 1 1/2 teaspoon of horseradish (more if you like it hot!) - A good dash of mustard powder - Stevia to taste - Salt to taste (I like Himalayan Pink Salt- tastes better, better for you!) - Water as needed for desired consistency PHASE 2 BEVERAGE RECIPES Strawberry Lemonade - 1 Quart Water (filtered) - 1 Lemon (juice only) - 1 Sliced Strawberry - Stevia  to taste (liquid or powdered) - Ice Cubes Place 1 quart of water in a picture. Add juice of 1 lemon. Blend strawberries and mix it in to add flavor and color. Stir in sweetener. Add ice as desired. Sweet ’n Sour Lemonade - 1 Quart Water - 1 Lemon (juice only) - 2 packets calorie free natural sweetener (Stevia, Xylitol, Sweet n Low) - Ice Cubes Place 1 quart of water in a picture. Add juice of 1 lemon. Stir in 2 packets of sweetener. Add ice as desired. Garnish with sliced lemons and serve in a tall glass and straw. Sip with a straw and enjoy! Sweet ‘n Spicy Herbal Chai - 8-12 oz hot water - 1 Spiced Chai tea bag - 1 packet  Stevia - 1 tbs milk (only 1 serving a day) Place hot water in cup, steep tea for 5 minutes. Discard tea bag. Stir 1 packet of sweetener. Add milk and stir. Sip and savor. You can also pour over ice cubes in a tall glass for a delicious iced chai tea. Keep a container of this tea in refrigerator to use for cooking or a quick cool pick me up iced tea. Lemon Drop - 1 2 t. squeezed lemon juice - 1 2 c. water - 1 2 c. ice - 5 drops of lemon stevia More Phase 2 HCG Diet Recipes - ENTREES Southwestern Salsa Chicken Hcg Diet Recipe - Simmer 100 grams of chicken in chopped tomatoes and dried onion. - Season with salt, pepper and cayenne. - Dried Cilantro herb to taste (or fresh on phase 3, although I don't have a problem with using fresh cilantro in this recipe for phase 2) - dash of sweetener - simmer till chicken is fully cooked. Serve over spinach or lettuce. Makes 1 serving (1 protein, 1 vegetable, 1 fruit) Phase 3 modification:  Add avocado, mushrooms and peppers for a little more flavor. Chicken and Tomato Soup Hcg Diet Recipe - 100 grams, chicken cooked and cubed or shredded - 2 cans stewed or crushed tomatoes - 3 garlic cloves, crushed - 2 tsp. red wine vinegar - A pinch each of parsley, cumin, basil, rosemary, & red pepper flakes Put tomatoes and all the seasonings in a pot and cook it on medium heat for about 5 minutes. Add the turkey and increase the heat to bring the soup to a boil. Keep it heating for another 8 minutes or so and then let it cool slightly before serving. Spicy Chicken100 g chicken, chopped into bite size pieces. Mix with seasonings of choice - Paprika, cayenne, sea salt, garlic power, etc. Cook chicken with 2" onion pieces. Chop 1 tomato into small pieces and add to mostly cooked chicken and cook until chicken is cooked through and tomatoes are to desired consistency. Can add taco seasoning for a more Mexican flavor. Tomato Basil Chicken Hcg Diet Recipe - 100 grams cubed chicken - 1 cup chopped tomato - 1/4 cup water or chicken broth - 2 tablespoons lemon juice - 2 tablespoons chopped dried onion - 1-2 cloves garlic sliced - 3 leaves basil rolled and sliced - 1/8 teaspoon oregano fresh or dried - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder - 1/4 teaspoon onion powder - Cayenne to taste - Salt and pepper to taste Lightly brown the chicken in small saucepan with lemon juice. Add garlic, onion, spices and water. After chicken is cooked add fresh tomatoes and basil. Continue cooking for 5-10 minutes. Salt and pepper to taste, garnish with fresh basil. Makes 1 serving (1 protein, 1 fruit or vegetable) Mock Shake 'n Bake Hcg Diet Recipe - 1/2 c minced dehydrated onions - 1/4 t coriander - 1/4 t thyme - 1/4 t red pepper flakes - 1/8 t oregano - 1/8 t paprika - 1/8 t black pepper - 1/8 t salt Place all ingredients in food processor or coffee grinder. Grind to a powder. Store in air-tight container. Dampen meat, then coat. This is great on chicken, fish, shrimp, even steaks. Fried Chicken Tenders Hcg Diet Recipe - 100g chicken - 1 T milk (or less) - 1 grissini Seasonings (salt, pepper, paprika, ground red pepper, garlic powder) Preheat oven to 350. Slice chicken breast into 3 tenders. In small bowl, mix milk and any seasonings you prefer. Grind grissini in food processor until it is a powder. Put grissini powder in a separate small bowl. Add chicken to milk mixture and toss to coat well. Then one at a time, place chicken in grissini powder and coat both sides of chicken. Place chicken in glass baking dish and bake 30-40 mins, turning over halfway through. In last 5 mins, turn on broiler and broil 2-3 mins each side. NOTE: Remember that this recipe includes both your meat and grissini portion. As well as your daily allowance of milk. Chicken Marinara Hcg Diet Recipe - 100 grams of chicken - 1 small tomato, diced - 2-3 cloves of garlic - 1 tsp oregano - 1 tsp basil - 1/2 tsp chili powder - A Dash of garlic powder - A Dash of pepper Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Place half your tomatoes in the bottom of your favorite casserole dish. Sear your chicken with a dash of pepper, a dash of salt and a dash of garlic powder for a couple minutes on each side. Then put it in the casserole dish on top of the tomatoes. Immediately after adding the chicken, add your minced garlic. Toss all of the remaining ingredients in small bowl separately and then place over the top of the chicken in the casserole dish. Cover it and cook for 45 minute to an hour. It’s best served warm so let it cool for 10 minutes or so before you eat Garlic Chicken Hcg Diet Recipe Phase 2 and Phase 3 - 100g chicken - onion pieces (eat as veggie or remove after dish is cooked) - 3-5 cloves garlic - unpeeled & left whole - juice of half lemon - black pepper to taste Preheat oven to 350. Heat non-stick saucepan over MED. Add the onion. Stir constantly until tender. 5-10 mins. Transfer onions to glass baking dish. Place chicken atop onions. Squeeze on lemon juice & sprinkle with pepper. Place garlic around and on the chicken. Cover tightly either with lid or aluminum foil. Cook for 30-45 mins or until chicken is no longer pink. Steak (or Chicken) Pizzaiola Hcg Diet Recipe Phase 2 and 3 - 100g steak (or chicken) - tomato (diced) - 2-3 cloves minced garlic - 1 t oregano - 1 t basil - 1/4 t chili powder - black pepper Preheat oven to 350. Place 1/2 of the diced tomato in casserole dish. Add meat on top of tomato and top with minced garlic. In small bowl, toss the rest of tomato with the oregano, basil, chili powder, and black pepper. Place on top of steak. Cover tightly with aluminum foil or with lid. Bake 45-60 mins. TIP: If using chicken, sear each side for a minute or two in a frying pan with a dash of salt/pepper (until just browned). Then follow with same steps as above. Crockpot Roast Hcg Diet Recipe - 100g steak - 1 pkg onion soup mix - 1 c beef broth - black pepper to taste (and/or other spices) Add steak to crockpot. Cover with remaining ingredients. Cook for several hours until reaches desired doneness. Mini Meatloaf Hcg Diet Recipe -  100g ground steak - 1/2 t milk or bbq sauce - 1 grissini or melba toast (ground into powder) - 2-3 cloves minced garlic - 1/2 t dehydrated minced onion - 1/2 t spicy mustard - 1/4 t allspice - 1/8 t sage - salt/pepper to taste Any additional seasonings you like Preheat oven to 350. In small bowl, combine all ingredients and form into a small meatloaf. Place in glass dish, cover, and bake 25-30 mins. Uncover dish, add bbq sauce or homemade sugar free ketchup to top, and bake 5-10 additional mins. Serve immediately with a bit more of bbq sauce or homemade sugar free ketchup for dipping. Meatballs Recipe for the Hcg Diet Plan - 100g steak (ground into hamburger) - 1 grissini or melba toast (ground into powder) - 1 T milk - parsley - onion powder - basil - oregano - garlic - salt - pepper Preheat oven to 425. In bowl, combine all ingredients. Form into 1" meatballs (makes about 6-7). Place in baking dish or non-stick baking sheet and cook 10 minutes turning halfway through cooking time. Talapia (A Favorite Fish Hcg Diet Recipe) - 100g Talapia - sea salt - garlic Steam for about 2.5 minutes or cook on the grill. Phase 2 HCG Diet Recipes - Snacks Roasted Asparagus Hcg Diet Recipe - 100g asparagus (or your allowed amount) - 1-2 cloves minced garlic or garlic powder - 1/2 t parsley - 1/4 t oregano - black pepper (to taste) Preheat oven to 400. Trim asparagus. Spread the spears on a sheet of non-stick aluminum foil. Add the seasonings. Wrap all ends of the foil up tightly to make a sealed 'pocket'. Roast 15-20 minutes in oven or grill. Onion Rings (Hcg Diet Recipe Phase 2 and Phase 3 Friendly) - 80g sliced onion rings - 1 grissini - 1 T skim milk (as allowed daily) - 1/4 t cayenne pepper - 1/4 t salt - 1/4 t pepper Preheat oven to 450. In a small bowl, add milk, cayenne pepper, salt, pepper. Mix to make a batter. Grind grissini in food processor until it is a powder. Put grissini in a separate small bowl. Place rings in batter bowl and toss to coat fully. (It's best to use your hands here to ensure you coat each ring.) Let sit in batter 2-3 mins then toss again. Dip each ring into the grissini powder by hand. It works best to do these one at a time, rolling the ring in the grissini coating instead of tossing or shaking it on. Cook 6-7 mins. Then flip, cooking an additional 6-7 mins. There are plenty more recipes at HcgDietInfoRecipes.com! Questions about Hcg Diet Recipes and Eating on the Hcg Diet can be answered by our expert moderators in the Hcg Diet Forums. Read the full article

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When it came to starting a wedding diet, I procastinated. Hard. In fact, a month before the big day I went on a work trip to Morocco and Paris where I ate all of the bread, butter, and chocolate my appetite desired (as one does). Which is all part of the how I found myself muffin-topping over the sides of my strapless Reem Acra gown (pictured, top left) at my last fitting, just two weeks before I was supposed to walk down the aisle. I'll admit, I was bloated at the time from my period, so when it ended a few days before my wedding, my body tightened. But, I was also up a few pounds. Instead of accepting it, I took about four private workout sessions per week with celebrity trainer David Kirsch. The pro is responsible for sculpting the bodies of celebrities (like Jennifer Lopez and Heidi Klum) and has a wealth of fitness and health knowledge (to recap, he's written five books, has his own line of shakes and supplements, and owns a top-notch NYC gym). He put me on a routine that was a mix of cardio, strength training, HIIT, and TRX. Every time we met up, the moves and sequences were different, which kept my body guessing and metabolism revved. But anyone who has successfully lost weight knows diet is more than half of the battle. And pre-getting "Kirsched," I had been working out almost every day anyways. So I do credit his eating plan for partly pushing those five extra pounds off of my body. Related: 25+ Planning, Style, and Life Wedding Tips From a Newlywed Editor Here, I am going to share exactly what I ate - and most importantly, did not eat! - to shed the lbs, so my dress fit perfectly (top right). Note, the dress was not taken in or out between the two images, but my body actually transformed in two weeks! "In my experience working with a bride-to-be, the last couple of weeks leading up to the wedding is uber stressful," Kirsch told me. "As you can attest to personally (Lauren), slight tweaking of your diet will go a long way to keeping you optimally energized, fueled, and looking your very best on the big day!" Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Lauren Levinson Let's start with the hard part, things to avoid according to Kirsch: Say goodbye to pizza, because you will not be eating processed carbs (bread, pasta, crackers, etc.) or dairy. "I have found that dairy can cause bloating, and who wants to be bloated on their day?" Kirsch said. And no whole grains or potatoes either. I have personally eliminated both gluten and dairy for weeks and added them back to reveal that I am not intolerant to either. I can have a slice of pizza and feel like a peach, but kicking them out of my diet definitely made my belly flatter. After three days of no carbs, I was craving them! So I texted Kirsch asking if I could have a sweet potato. He told me to crunch on celery instead. It took willpower to follow his advice, but it was worth it. I surely enjoyed sliding into my bathing suit when I arrived at my tropical honeymoon a few days after my wedding. You'll also need to revamp your drinking game. That means, no alcohol (NONE!). While this meant sitting through events, family dinners, and bar nights totally sober, I enjoyed the mental clarity and increased energy in the mornings. "Save the glass of champagne for after you walk down the aisle!" he said. And yes, I got to enjoy a few flutes of well-earned bubbly at my affair . . . and a margarita! Related: How to Customize and Glamorize Your Wedding Look From Head to Toe I also had to limit the amount of coffee I drank. Kirsch recommends having one espresso in the morning. While I stuck to brewed coffee beans, I drank it black. I didn't even add almond milk, and I swear it makes a difference in better digestion. Kirsch believes that "too much coffee can lead to belly bloat!" Think about it, coffee dehydrates you, so you retain water to hold on to it. Instead, switch over to green tea, which has both caffeine and antioxidants. Every morning, I also had one of his A.M. Detox Drinks (it's yummy and fantastic for your skin!). You can see it in the mason jar above. Finally, the hardest (for me, since I have a sweet tooth): no sugar. Even dark chocolate. OK, I may have had a handful of dark chocolate-covered almonds one rough night, but for the most part (like 95 percent) I kissed my beloved cookies, ice cream, and cupcakes goodbye. In fact, my husband hid the chocolate on a very high shelf so I could not reach or find it in our apartment. Do what you need to do to survive, brides! Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Lauren Levinson Now onto what you can eat. Disclaimer, this was not Kirsch's exact plan but one loosely based off his advice and what I know works best for my body. For breakfast I stuck to two options. The first, two eggs and sauteed spinach, all cooked in EVOO. Earlier in my wedding prep, I enjoyed that dish with a side of avocado, but the last two weeks I cut it based on Kirsch's recommendation to limit my fat intake (even healthy ones!). Otherwise, I had an antioxidant-rich bowl of unsweetened coconut yogurt with a handful of raw almonds, chia seeds, flax seeds, cacao nibs, and blueberries. While Kirsch recommended no fruit (remember, no sugar!), I know blueberries are good for eliminating belly fat and making skin glow, so I had some anyways. If you're going to have sugar, eat it in the morning so you can burn it off throughout the day. When it came to snacks, I sipped on dark green pressed juice (the kind without fruit) and crunchy veggies (Kirsch likes celery, red peppers, and jicama sticks). I also ate GoMacro bars, which were referred to me by another trainer I'd been working out with, Steve Pasterino. I bent the rules a little since these are made with brown rice syrup, but it ensured that I had an option when I was on-the-go. Dinner and lunch were pretty similar. I'd either have what I dubbed a "Sad Salad" of spinach, crunchy water veggies (cucumber and snow peas), and lean protein (homemade chicken or salmon with no sauces) - all drizzled with EVOO and a lemon squeeze. Snooze. Otherwise, I would cook veggies (such as steamed green beans or asparagus) and have it with the aforementioned lean meat or fish. Sometimes, I would even have the eggs (see: breakfast!) for dinner, which I found very easy to digest. Occasionally, I'd enjoy a green smoothie (kale, spinach, blueberries, almond milk) with pea protein powder. Image Source: Bruce Plotkin Photography And for our grand finale, what to eat during your actual wedding weekend: By then being a bride had taken over my identity (it happens to the best and most chill of us ladies in white). So I brought my own food to the weekend destination, including unsweetened coconut yogurt, hard-boiled eggs, green juice, nuts, seeds, bars, etc. I made sure my hotel room had a fridge to store it in. "The day before is a day that you want to make sure to put the finishing touches," said Kirsch. "You have planned hard, sweated hard, and stayed away from the obvious no-nos. What else can you do? I suggest a relaxing massage, sauna, and steam. Eating foods like asparagus and celery will help keep you full and debloat you." So I couldn't resist a taste of homemade pasta during our rehearsal dinner at a delicious Italian restaurant, but by 7 a.m. the next day, I was back on it. "The day of, I would have a couple of eggs in the morning and oatmeal as you will need the energy and fuel for the rest of the day," Kirsch recommended. "A protein shake for lunch and water for the rest of the day. Save the drinking and eating for after the ceremony, or better yet, for the honeymoon!" Here's what I consumed for breakfast on my wedding day: I had the antioxidant yogurt and seed bowl as well as black coffee; for lunch I ate a simple salad with grilled chicken provided by my venue; and for snack, I went with a GoMacro bar. After the ceremony, my husband and I sat in a separate room and ate every single appetizer (including pork buns, pulled BBQ chicken, mini grilled cheese sandwiches, and more!) and drank champagne. Diet. Over. As the evening went on, I enjoyed the goat cheese salad (CHEESE!), the short rib and sweet potato entree, wedding cake, homemade cookies, and apple cider donuts. There was pizza at our afterparty. I ate that, too. Was dieting fun? No. Was it satisfying? Absolutely not. Was it worth it? Hell yes! For two weeks, you can do this! And you likely will lose inches, but you have to stick to it almost perfectly. We all have our handful of dark chocolate almonds here and there, but make sure you get right back on track. The best part in addition to your tight bod? You can pig out on your honeymoon! (On mine, I sure did my job consuming all of the noodles and dumplings Southeast Asia had to offer . . . and that is another story. Next up: How to get back your hot wedding bod of yesteryear.) Workout sessions for the author were provided by David Kirsch for the purpose of writing this story. from POPSUGAR Fitness https://ift.tt/2qP6hA9 via IFTTT

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