Author Archives: Nicole
No Pain, No Gain!
I haven’t been hiking in two weeks. This week’s 6 mile hike is sure to be challenging! Los Liones Canyon (Pacific Palisades) Saturday June 19th is the next scheduled hike date. Los Liones is a quiet area of the Santa … Continue reading
Chicken Tortilla Soup – Only 8 Points!
I am always looking for a way to expand my cooking arsenal with healthy choices for my family. Here is a quick and easy recipe from allrecipes.com that is sure to please everyone. It is a very simple recipe and … Continue reading
MY REPLY TO: Why Are Black Women So Big?
Wow, this post (http://thefreshxpress.com/2010/06/why-are-black-women-so-big/) has sparked a lot of talk about black women being overweight. That is excellent! While I think that she could have used some compassion, it is a serious issue. I am currently trying to live … Continue reading
Turkey Lasagna – Only 6 Points!
Here is my twist on my daughter’s favorite dish, Lasagna! By making changes to some of the higher calorie ingredients, I was able to successfully “Millie Vanilli” my family with this 6 pt dinner option. Remember to eat a light … Continue reading
6. Are Life Long Jocks
When I reflect on the slimmer days of my life and compare my lifestyle today versus then, it quickly becomes obvious why I have gained so much weight. When I focus on comparing my level of activity, eating habits, and … Continue reading
5. Take Care of Their Mind, Body, and Soul.
Close your eyes. Imagine a person in perfect health. What features did you give them? Maybe you gave them a perfect smile, small waist line, or six pack abs. These are all common features used to determine how healthy a person … Continue reading
This Weeks Hike: La Jolla Valley Loop
La Jolla Canyon – Pt. Mugu State Park Okay folks, last week’s hike was great! The kids (and the dog) loved it. This week’s hike has two options, a 7 mile loop and an 11 mile loop. This is a beautiful and … Continue reading
Beef and Snow Pea Stir-Fry – Only 5 pts!
You wouldn’t believe how easy those points add up if you don’t embrace eating raw fruits and vegetables. By noon on my 1st day I only had 11 points left! This was largely due to the 10 Ruffle potato chips I … Continue reading
Los Angeles Revlon 5k Run/Walk
On May 8th Michael, Malika, and I along with a few other friends participated in the Los Angeles Relvon 5K Run/Walk for a cure. I was thrilled about getting the chance to work out and help raise money for such a deserving … Continue reading
Want to Burn 2500 Calories Before Noon?
Ready to try something new and burn a ton of calories? Then this is for you. Hiking burns 354-518 calories per hour!!! Last Saturday my friend Malika and I went hiking with the Pathfinders. They are subsidiary of the 4 Seasons West Ski … Continue reading