Monday has come and gone and now it is all down hill from here. I am taking FRIDAY off so tomorrow will be the start of my weekend. I have no idea what I will be doing just yet but I will be doing something fun, for sure!
I got in a great workout yesterday, it has left my knees feeling a little off but I will take it a little easy today. Yesterday I walked 3.5 miles on lunch in 55 minutes and some light yoga when I got home from work! I have a review for you today but first breakfast! I decided on something more hardy as I was hungry
this morning! 
I had Oats, wheat bran, salba, a spoon of fat free cottage cheese (to make it creamy), egg whites, walnuts and blueberries. This picture is before I popped it in the microwave. I love how my oats come out BLUE! I am trying my best to divvy up my portions so I am eating half now (9:30) and half right before my walk (12:00). This keeps me from walking on empty and will also keep me from getting a snack before as well. I even tried this system last night. I ate half of my dinner and and then when I got back from my work out I ate the other half. Usually I would have eaten another small meal. I am trying my best to save some cals. I am going to the beach in 20 days and want to make sure that I look great!
Ok, are you ready for a wonderful review?
Core naturals sent me some products to try!
Salba!
If you are wanting something truly fantastic you need to go to this site...
The first thing that I tried out was the bars! I only got one flavor which was the tropical one but it was AWESOME! I really liked the texture and the way that it REALLY filled me up. I am so glad that I found this company. For 190 cals I think it is well spent! The next thing that I tried was the salba seeds! I even put it in my oats this morning. These babies really hold some water and give you a boost in energy. I swear since I have been eating this stuff I feel better. Here is some info about Salba and the wonder seed!
Rich fiber content is one of the main reasons Salba is considered nature's perfect whole food ™. Dietary fiber has been proven to lower high blood levels of cholesterol. Because of Salba's ability to absorb several times its weight in water, it may also help to curb hunger.
30% MORE
Antioxidants Than Blueberries
Laboratory and research has shown antioxidants help prevent the free radical damage that is associated with cancer.
15x MORE
Magnesium Than Broccoli
Magnesium helps with formation of bone and teeth and assists the absorption of calcium and potassium. Where calcium stimulates the muscles, magnesium is used to relax the muscles.
7x MORE
Vitamin C Than An Orange
Vitamin C promotes a healthy immune system, helps wounds heal, maintains connective tissue and aids in the absorption of iron.
6x MORE
Calcium Than Whole Milk
Calcium is the chief supportive element in bones and teeth. Calcium salts make up about 70 percent of bone by weight and give your bone its strength and rigidity.
3x MORE
Iron Than Spinach
The main function of iron is to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs. When iron is low, this oxygen consumption slows down.
1.1x MORE
Fiber Than All Bran
Dietary Fiber has been proven to lower high blood levels of cholesterol.
50% MORE
The Folate Content of Asparagus
Folate is needed to make DNA and RNA - which is critical during periods of rapid cell division and growth such as infancy and pregnancy. Folate also helps to prevent changes to DNA that may lead to cancer.
I try my best to be Gluten Free and this is a great addition to my diet.
I have a HUMMUS recipe for you today!
Hummus is a chickpea paste that is popular in various local forms throughout the Middle East, but its origins are unknown. In Arabic the word hummus is used to describe the dish or just chickpeas. This Salba Irish Hummus is flavorful and nutritious with an abundance of protein, fiber, and omega-3s. It is best served with warm whole wheat pita or whole grain crackers as an hors d'oeuvre for a spring picnic.
1 cup canned chickpeas, drained
1/2 lemon, juice
1 clove garlic
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup sunflower oil
1 cup fresh parsley (keep some parsley for garnish)
1/4 tsp chili powder
1/2 cup water
1/2 tsp unrefined sea salt
2-3 Tbsp Salba Whole or Ground Seed
1/2 lemon, juice
1 clove garlic
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup sunflower oil
1 cup fresh parsley (keep some parsley for garnish)
1/4 tsp chili powder
1/2 cup water
1/2 tsp unrefined sea salt
2-3 Tbsp Salba Whole or Ground Seed
Mix all the ingredients with a blender until it is smooth and creamy.
Garnish with parsley.
Serve with warm whole wheat pita, toast, crackers or vegetable sticks.
Enjoy!
Thanks so much Core Naturals! You guys rock! I give you two thumbs up!
-HEATHER 
