by Cascade Ice on March 21, 2013
Time for another healthy living interview for our Kickin’ It with Cascade Ice series! We were delighted to hear from Leslie of Leslie Loves Veggies. Her informative blog shares health recipes and food product reviews to help families make the right choices for a healthy living lifestyle.
Below, this veggie lover shares her go-to nutritional meal for her family and fatty food tips to encourage Cascade Ice fans to stay healthy. Read on to hear more from Leslie about her veggie lifestyle!
Why is “Healthy Living” important to you?
Healthy Living is important to me because I want to stay feeling young, active and be able to enjoy my grandchildren. One of my daughters is a vegetarian, as is my grandson. I want to age gracefully and in good health so I can enjoy them!
Who are your “Healthy Living” role models and why?
My dad was a vegetarian from the time he was eight years old. He was born in 1922 and in that day, that was unheard of! I’d watch him when we went out to restaurants back in the 60’s when there were not many (healthy) vegetarian options. He paved the way in my eyes for vegetarians, especially men. My dad is my hero!
What is your go-to healthy meal when you are short on time?
We love salad at my house. I like to add in beets, garbanzo beans, vegan cheese, and a variety of greens and veggies. We add some kind of faux meat and it’s a meal!
Do you have any tips for families who want to make some healthy lifestyle changes?
Eat a little less and move a little more. (Oy me!)
Are there any foods that you consider to be off-limits completely?
I gave up fat back in the 80’s. What a huge mistake. Your body needs fat. Monounsaturated fats are essential in the diet. I use olive oil and canola oil for the most part now. I do eat egg whites and dairy products on occasion now. The only foods that are off limits in my diet are all meats as I’m a vegetarian.
In addition to eating right, do you have any other tips to share on overall wellness?
I would just suggest drinking lots of water. It’s good for you and your body needs it!
Catch up with Leslie on her website http://www.leslielovesveggies.net/ and follow this veggie lover on Twitter and Facebook for healthy living recipes!
by Cascade Ice on March 7, 2013
Cascade Ice is thrilled to share another healthy living interview from our brand new series, Kickin’ It with Cascade Ice! Cascade Ice will be asking remarkable healthy living activists around America to get their best health advice and share with our fans.
We were elated to hear from Katie at Healthy Diva Eats. Her amazing blog shares Diva-approved go-to foods, breakfast and smoothie recipes and workout tips. Katie shared her go-to nutritional meal and simple moderation tips to motivate Cascade Ice fans to uphold a healthy lifestyle. Read to hear more from Katie about a healthy living lifestyle.
Why is “Healthy Living” important to you?
Healthy living is important to me in many ways. Healthy is not just eating right and exercise, it is also being happy, focusing on positive, and self-love! Living a happy and healthy life is essential and life is too short to live it any other way! Just be the healthiest and happiest you can be every single day!
Who are your “Healthy Living” role models and why?
I really don’t have a particular one; there are so many great role models out there though for sure!
What is your go-to healthy meal when you are short on time?
A Luna bar and piece of fruit, or chobani with granola and almond butter!
Do you have any tips for families who want to make some healthy lifestyle changes?
You have to want to make the change and it doesn’t happen overnight, so just remember that!
Are there any foods that you consider to be off-limits completely?
No, I believe in balance and moderation when it comes to the unhealthy foods like ice cream and sweets!
In addition to eating right, do you have any other tips to share on overall wellness?
Love yourself that is the most important thing you can do to accomplish many things in life!
Keep up with Katie on her website www.healthydivalife.com and follow this healthy diva on Twitter for additional advice on fitness & healthy recipes!
by Cascade Ice on February 21, 2013
Cascade Ice is excited to post the first interview in our brand new series, Kickin’ It with Cascade Ice! We’ll be interviewing notable healthy living advocates around the country to get their best tips and tricks, and post them here for all to benefit.
For our first post in the series, we are lucky enough to hear from Karen Borsari, an editor at SHAPE Magazine! Karen shared some fabulous advice and great meal tips to encourage Cascade Ice fans to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Read below to hear more from Karen!
Why is “Healthy Living” important to you?
How could it not be? I want to get the most out of life and I know I need to take care of myself in order to do so. I never want to miss an opportunity because I don’t feel well, am too tired, or not physically capable.
Who are your “Healthy Living” role models and why?
My coworkers! It’s awesome to be surrounded by like-minded people. Every day I’m inspired by the healthy home cooked meals I see, the women who hit the gym on lunch break, and the proudly displayed medals from last weekend’s race. We do group fitness classes after work instead of happy hour from time to time and it’s wonderful to realize that fitness is fun and grabbing drinks isn’t the only way to socialize.
What is your go-to healthy meal when you are short on time?
Every morning I have PB & J oatmeal because I can make it in minutes when I get to work and it truly keeps me full until lunch. I put half of a cup of old fashioned oats with a sprinkle of salt in a microwave safe bowl and heat for a minute or two, then stir in two tablespoons of peanut butter. I’ll top the mixture with half of a sliced banana, dried cherries or a tablespoon of real fruit preserves.
Stuffed baked potato. I make this on nights I get home late. I’ve even shown up in the office with an unbaked potato when I don’t have time to pack a lunch. All I do is wash and prick a potato and pop it in the microwave for about five minutes. While that’s heating, I look to see what’s in the fridge. Leftover chili? Throw it in the potato. Sausage and peppers? Dice it up and throw it in the potato. Chicken breast and broccoli? Shred the chicken, chop the broccoli, and throw it in!
When I don’t have leftovers, frozen veggies, a can of beans, salsa, and Greek yogurt all make good toppers in any combination. Potato + veggie + protein = a quick, healthy, well-balanced, portion-controlled meal.
Do you have any tips for families who want to make some healthy lifestyle changes?
I don’t have a family so I hesitate to give advice here but I would say be sure to sit at the dinner table and take your meals together—TV off. Most people don’t realize what a wonderful and healthy opportunity it is—not just for the body but for your relationships as well.
Are there any foods that you consider to be off-limits completely?
I don’t have any foods that are off limits but there are a few I know I can’t be trusted with alone. I never snack on cashews when I’m home alone because I know I will finish the whole container but I always indulge if they’re served at a party! I love putting them on salad or enjoying in dishes like cashew chicken.
In addition to eating right, do you have any other tips to share on overall wellness?
Also, I program my favorite gym classes into my phone so I almost never miss a workout—but not to the detriment of my social life! At the beginning of the week, I see if there are any conflicts with my social calendar and reschedule those workouts for the morning or at lunchtime. Or maybe it becomes my rest day. I schedule those too!
Keep up with Karen on Google+ and follow SHAPE Magazine on Twitter for more great advice!
