Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead

[Mr.RonGilbert]

Guys I see all the recipes but non include tomatoes. Any reason why. Just wondering. I figure I can mask the taste if I don't like it with the tomatoes and maybe throw in jalapeños for a kick. Am I on the the wrong track?

Nothing wrong with tomatos.

[BoneDigger]

Tomatoes are good. But, be careful what you mix them with. They have a very strong and distinct flavor that doesn't mix well with some fruits. Experimentation is your friend!

Add some Tabasco occasionally for a kick.

Mustard greens are spicy so use in moderation but they offer a very nice spice in moderation.

I tried collard greens: YUCK!

Todd

[pazthru]

Serving size?

[rev579]

FYI ginger root is disgusting.

That's just too funny

[Mr.RonGilbert]

A little of that goes a long way. ^^^^

[BoneDigger]

Serving size?

10-12 ounces or so.

Todd

[pazthru]

Thanks.......10-12 ounces.

[scotth89]

concerns:
1.) not eating whole veggie reduces amount of fiber body gets.. supplement with fiber pills?
2.) protein and carbs are building blocks of muscle. where do you get protein/carb intake?
3.) are you just losing WEIGHT or are you losing BODY FAT? weight is just a # to me. i care about body fat percentage.
im def interested, but i do have concerns

Plenty of carbs and protein in veggies. Watch the movie "Forks over Knives" it will make you think of what you put in your body.

http://engine2diet.com/about_e2/FAQ#2-Enough%20Protein

[Mr.RonGilbert]

Day one down with no issues. Started today off right again with 3.5miles on the gerbil wheel and a morning shot of juice. Basically the same blend as yesterday. Going to do something with blueberries, strawberries and pom juice for tomorrow.

I usually make three meals at once. Dinner, then breakfast and lunch for the next day. Rinse everything off and throw it in the dishwasher. Keeps the kitchen clean too.... no dirty dishes laying around when you wash a load every night.

Someone mentioned it earlier in the thread - this thing can get expensive if you let it. A trip to the local farmers market will save money for sure. It is amazing how much goes into one days worth of juice. Using coconut water helps make up some volume. Just keep track of how much (fruits/veggies) go to the blender so you can get everything you need in there. Don't skimp on eating.... this is not a starvation diet...

I also signed up on the reboot website and get daily tips/update emails that are very informative. This mornings was a good read about "eating a rainbow every day". I had to get over what I usually associate with "rainbows" and appreciate the point that they were trying to make (lol).

I tried to copy and paste it over but my phone is not cooperating. I will figure out a way later on.

[Murph]

I am on day three and have lost 2 pounds, I feel better in the morning and have been juicing for breakfast and lunch then eat a regular dinner. I never used to eat breakfast anyway. I am out of juice so momma is going to the store and I bought a naked for lunch.

Murph

[BoneDigger]

My breakfast consisted of :

2 carrots
Broccoli
2 leaves of Kale
8 strawberries
1/2 cucumber

Pretty good mixture!

Todd

[BoneDigger]

Thanks.......10-12 ounces.

I think you could go up to 15 ounces and be fine as well. Not a lot of calories in juice.

Todd

[Mr.RonGilbert]

Here is the email that I was talking about. Good info:

Topic: Eat and Drink a Rainbow Every Day

Hello Rebooters,

Now that you're into your third day of the Reboot and getting your basic eating structure in place,let's focus on what you're eating a little bit more closely.

Many of the health benefits of micronutrients are concentrated in the pigment of fruits and vegetables. Essentially,the properties that give each fruit or vegetable its rich color are the same elements that help protect our immune systems and keep our bodies strong. Each color family is rich in unique and important micronutrients. The American Cancer Society recommends choosing at least one representative from each color family per day - do this and you'll quickly get the recommended 5+ servings.

At Reboot Your life,we like to say: "It's good practice to eat a rainbow every day!"

Mixand match the fruits and veggies in your juices and in your whole fruit/vegetable recipes. If you see a green veggie on the recipe,like spinach,swap it out with another green choice like kale. Same goes for orange - if you see a recipe for sweet potato,swap it with butternut squash. Try to replace veggies with veggies,and fruits with fruits (switching spinach with a green apple won't give the same benefit as replacing it with another green leafy choice).

Be creative with your customization and include produce choices from around the globe. Many varieties of fruits and vegetables native to other countries are available in the U.S. All fruits and veggies are good for different reasons. Don't be afraid to take chances,to try new combinations and to customize the fruits and vegetables you mix and match.

Red (tomato,watermelon,red pepper,beets, strawberries,raspberries,cherries,grapefruit, pomegranate,apple,guava,red onion,Japanese persimmon)

Orange/Yellow (orange,sweet potato,mango,winter squash,papaya,carrots,orange peppers,tangerine/Clementine,nectarine,peach,apricot,Asian pear, Japanese squash)

Dark Green (spinach,kale,swish chard,mustard or collard greens,avocado,asparagus,artichoke,bok choy,green cabbage,Chinese cabbage,Brussels sprouts,broccoli, green pepper,watercress,kiwi,apples,avocado,cilantro, basil,parsley,mint)

Blue/Purple (blueberries,eggplant,concord grapes, purple cabbage,blackberries,plums)

White (garlic,cauliflower,onions,ginger,Japanese radishes/Daikon,burdock root,Shiitake,Maiitake mushrooms,Jicama)

Eat Well,Be Well,

Stacy Kennedy MPH,RD,CSO,LDN Reboot Your Life Nutritionist On Call stacykennedy@jointhereboot.com

[AD88]

The Omega 8006 should be on the front steps when I get home..then its off to the grocery store....started jucin before christmas but slacked off, my wife and I are going to start it back up.

[Reaper]

yeah i really enjoyed the docu too, good luck