Tuesday, June 16, 2015

16 not 8 glasses of water every day

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I am dehydrating myself because I am not drinking properly. 

Yes, you read it right. At 264lbs, I should be drinking half of my body weight in ounce to totally hydrate myself. Now, I am thinking how am I going to drink 16 glass of water (250ml)  if I usually fail to drink 8 glasses of water every day?

I need to drink a glass of water in every hour that I am awake for 16 hours.
Whew!


Tuesday, June 9, 2015

Sauteed Sardines in Tomato Sauce with Alugbati Leaves (Ginisang Sardinas na may Alugbati)

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I am starting to load up on my green vegetables. I am add malunggay leaves whenever I cook sauteed monggo and tinolang manok. This 

Ingredients: 
(Take note that I am not into measuring my ingredients when I cooked. I was more of assessing how much goes into this and that based on the way I look at it and I just adjust the taste later.) 

Canned sardines
Sliced onions 
Chopped ginger 
Diced tomatoes
Minced garlic 
Alugbati leaves 

Procedure:

Saute ginger, tomato, onion, and garlic in a cap of cooking oil. (Yes, I use the cap of my bottle of cooking oil to measure the amount of oil I will in sauteing.) 
Then add the sardines, half-cup of water, and a pinch of salt and ground pepper. 
Let it simmer then add the alugbati leaves. 
Turn off the stove and let the leaves wilt in the remaining heat. 
Serve! 





One Day At a Time: No Colas or sugar-filled drinks

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I am starting this week to avoid any sugar-filled or sweetened drinks like soft drink, cola, iced tea, and the likes. I know I can easily do this because I am not really into cola-drinking. I have to be contended with drinking cold water.    

I realized sugar is the most culprit of all culprits in a diet when I stumbled upon these charts comparing different drinks.



Who wouldn't be crazy when you see these charts of comparison?

So in line with avoiding sugar-loaded drinks, I will not use sugar and cream with my coffee.. Yeah, black coffee for me starting this week.





Friday, May 29, 2015

30-Day Cardio Challenge

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I go for this! And I am taking the challenge. I am competing with myself. (Note: I saw this in a friend's FB timeline.) No harm in trying. Though I must admit that doing the climber is a little difficult to do since I have a big tummy. :-) 



Why the sudden concern to do this? I want to be healthy. I want to live longer. Few days ago, I went for a medical check up after experiencing a slight pain the upper right part of my abdomen. I was not worried about my gall bladder. I have been living without it for several years now. I was worried about my liver. 

Well, after a blood chemistry and ultrasound, I found out that I still have a fatty liver and my cholesterol is too high. I was prescribed to take Simvastatin every night and Silymarin three times a day for a month. Then I will submit myself for another round of blood works. 

I know taking medicines is not enough. I have to do something about the the food that I eat and I really need to lose weight. Though I have targeted to lose at least 40lbs but not more than 50lbs by December 1. 




Wednesday, March 4, 2015

I am back!

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Again... 

I read all my entries in this space all over again. One of the things I noticed was I keep on hibernating and returning back. It happened for several times. Now I am wondering what happened in between that I missed writing and updating this blog. Maybe so many things happened and I lost time to update this. Or I lost the interest to update. Or I lost the interest to share what happened to me. 

So many reasons, and I do not want to dig into that. What is more important is I keep on returning back. I move on. This time, I am looking forward. And I hope to stick around... longer this time. 


Happy New Year
Happy Three Kings
Happy Chinese New Year
Happy Grammar Day!  

Monday, October 28, 2013

Thursday, October 17, 2013

Tuesday, May 14, 2013

The Wonders of Cinnamon and Honey

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Image courtesy of cinnamonandhoney.com

I always have cinnamon powder in our cupboard. I always sprinkle it on my coffee for its taste and aroma. But I never thought that is does wonder to human health. It is as important as honey syrup. I have below a repost of an article on cinnamon and honey 


It is found that a mix of honey and Cinnamon cures most diseases. Honey is produced in most of the countries of the world. Scientists of today also note honey as very effective medicine for all kinds of diseases. Honey can be used without side effects which is also a plus.Today's science says that even though honey is sweet, when it is taken in the right dosage as a medicine, it does not harm even diabetic patients. Researched by western scientists:



HEART DISEASES: Make a paste of honey and cinnamon powder, put it on toast instead of jelly and jam and eat it regularly for breakfast. It reduces the cholesterol and could potentially save one from heart attack. Also, even if you have already had an attack studies show you could be kept miles away from the next attack. Regular use of cinnamon honey strengthens the heart beat. In America and Canada, various nursing homes have treated patients successfully and have found that as one ages the arteries and veins lose their flexibility and get clogged; honey and cinnamon revitalize the arteries and the veins.


ARTHRITIS: Arthritis patients can benefit by taking one cup of hot water with two tablespoons of honey and one small teaspoon of cinnamon powder. When taken daily even chronic arthritis can be cured. In a recent research conducted at the Copenhagen University, it was found that when the doctors treated their patients with a mixture of one tablespoon Honey and half teaspoon Cinnamon powder before breakfast, they found that within a week (out of the 200 people so treated) practically 73 patients were totally relieved of pain -- and within a month, most all the patients who could not walk or move around because of arthritis now started walking without pain.

BLADDER INFECTIONS: Take two tablespoons of cinnamon powder and one teaspoon of honey in a glass of lukewarm water and drink it. It destroys the germs in the bladder....who knew?

CHOLESTEROL: Two tablespoons of honey and three teaspoons of Cinnamon Powder mixed in 16 ounces of tea water given to a cholesterol patient was found to reduce the level of cholesterol in the blood by 10 percent within two hours. As mentioned for arthritic patients, when taken three times a day, any chronic cholesterol-could be cured. According to information received in the said Journal, pure honey taken with food daily relieves complaints of cholesterol.

COLDS: Those suffering from common or severe colds should take one tablespoon lukewarm honey with 1/4 spoon cinnamon powder daily for three days. This process will cure most chronic cough, cold, and, clear the sinuses, and it's delicious too!

UPSET STOMACH: Honey taken with cinnamon powder cures stomach ache and also is said to clear stomach ulcers from its root.

GAS: According to the studies done in India and Japan, it is revealed that when Honey is taken with cinnamon powder the stomach is relieved of gas.

IMMUNE SYSTEM: Daily use of honey and cinnamon powder strengthens the immune system and protects the body from bacterial and viral attacks. Scientists have found that honey has various vitamins and iron in large amounts. Constant use of Honey strengthens the white blood corpuscles (where DNA is contained) to fight bacterial and viral diseases.

INDIGESTION: Cinnamon powder sprinkled on two tablespoons of honey taken before food is eaten relieves acidity and digests the heaviest of meals

INFLUENZA: A scientist in Spain has proved that honey contains a natural 'Ingredient' which kills the influenza germs and saves the patient from flu.
LONGEVITY: Tea made with honey and cinnamon powder, when taken regularly, arrests the ravages of old age. Use four teaspoons of honey, one teaspoon of cinnamon powder, and three cups of boiling water to make a tea. Drink 1/4 cup, three to four times a day. It keeps the skin fresh and soft and arrests old age. Life spans increase and even a 100 year old will start performing the chores of a 20-year-old.

RASPY OR SORE THROAT: When throat has a tickle or is raspy, take one tablespoon of honey and sip until gone. Repeat every three hours until throat is without symptoms.

PIMPLES: Three tablespoons of honey and one teaspoon of cinnamon powder paste. Apply this paste on the pimples before sleeping and wash it off the next morning with warm water. When done daily for two weeks, it removes all pimples from the root.

SKIN INFECTIONS:Applying honey and cinnamon powder in equal parts on the affected parts cures eczema, ringworm and all types of skin Infections.

WEIGHT LOSS:Daily in the morning one half hour before breakfast and on an empty stomach, and at night before sleeping, drink honey and cinnamon powder boiled in one cup of water. When taken regularly, it reduces the weight of even the most obese person. Also, drinking this mixture regularly does not allow the fat to accumulate in the body even though the person may eat a high calorie diet.

CANCER: Recent research in Japan and Australia has revealed that advanced cancer of the stomach and bones have been cured successfully. Patients suffering from these kinds of cancer should daily take one tablespoon of honey with one teaspoon of cinnamon powder three times a day for one month.

FATIGUE: Recent studies have shown that the sugar content of honey is more helpful rather than being detrimental to the strength of the body. Senior citizens who take honey and cinnamon powder in equal parts are more alert and flexible. Dr. Milton, who has done research, says that a half tablespoon of honey taken in a glass of water and sprinkled with cinnamon powder, even when the vitality of the body starts to decrease, when taken daily after brushing and in the afternoon at about 3:00 P.M., the vitality of the body increases within a week.

BAD BREATH: People of South America, gargle with one teaspoon of honey and cinnamon powder mixed in hot water first thing in the morning so their breath stays fresh throughout the day.

HEARING LOSS: Daily morning and night honey and cinnamon powder, taken in equal parts restores hearing.
 

Saturday, January 5, 2013

Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Bacon or Bagel for Breakfast?

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Here's an interesting infographics from Massive Health. The way I understand it, it just want to convey that choosing the right food does not necessary mean staying away from fat or carbohydrates. Based on my readings lately, there are good and bad carbo and fats. And this infographics says it all. 



Monday, October 8, 2012

Changing Lanes

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I am changing lane. Follow me at www.bigladynomoreblogspot.com  

Tuesday, September 18, 2012

Changing Dining Table

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Since we moved in a small place, I am trying to find ways to maximize available space without sacrificing comfort and style at home. Since it has served our family for almost a decade now, I will pass it to my sister so she will have a more decent dining table. 

I am firm on having a bench-type dining set made. I already talked with a carpenter and I am on a scout for the right planks of wood to be used. Searching the Internet, I found these interesting pieces. I want a table and two long benches. 

Saturday, August 25, 2012

6 drinks I must have every day

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Based on an article in Yahoo today, there are six drinks one must have to fight ageing, and when is the best time of the day to drink them. 

Water as first in the list must be taken any time of the day especially when you feel dehydrated. Dehydration does not only show in our skin or in our eyes. It shows also in the internal organs. I can attest to that when I went under the knife and my doctor was worried with how dehydrated my liver, gall bladder, and stomach are. 


A cup of black coffee for breakfast can help speed up metabolism. Well, I drink coffee anytime of the day with sugar and cream. And that does not do me any good. So I must try black coffee only now. 

A cup of green tea for hot. I assume this must be hot or warm. A Chinese friend once told me that I must drink a cup of hot or warm water after every heavy meal to help my digestive system to avoid oil from food I ate to turn into solid form. A cup of green tea also helps perking up metabolism. 

A glass of warm choco drink for afternoon snack. I want it hot. Others like it cold. Choco drink has more caffeine content that can help me survive the rest of the day. 

A glass of red wine for dinner. This is something I must get accustomed to. I am not a wine drinker. But there is no harm in trying. 

And lastly a glass of warm milk. I have been doing this on and off for my calcium source. 

Thursday, August 23, 2012

An Upscale Ribbon to Hair Clip for my Niece

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I saw some ribbon scraps in my sewing box. I remembered that I still have this lone big clip which I have wanted to adorn since I got it from my other box of scraps.

After a few minutes and a heat of glue gun, I have this hair clip for my niece. Nice try! I still have other ribbon scraps and I saw some bobby pins in a store the other night. I am now excited to do more for her.


I am now in the process of collecting some scrap materials of ribbon and fabrics I can use for more hair accessories.

Sunday, July 1, 2012

Inspiration: Coasters, anyone?

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Based from these inspirations, I am on the process of creating my line of coasters in time for the Christmas gift-giving. This is good to give to your loved ones, co-workers, and friends. It comes in a set of 4 in different designs to choose from.


Friday, June 29, 2012

Pillows Pillows Pillows

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These pictures of different pillows are not mine. I got them from Pinterest. They are so nice to look at. They are so beautiful. The colors, prints, and shapes. I love them. 


Wednesday, June 13, 2012

Nail Art in Season

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I noticed that nail art is in trend now. Well it has been around for sometime now but technology through digital printing lets you choose your own design and have it printed directly on your fingernails. This is costly on most of those who want to perk up their lonely mails. Browsing through Pinterest, I saw some nail art designs that can be done with the help of nail polish, dotting tool, adhesive tapes.

You can play with colors, lines, and dots to make your designs. Use monochromatic colors or contrasting colors on all your fingernails. You can also try to make various related designs and colors.

When my sister had her fingernails done, I advised her to use striking red nail polish as its base then thin strokes of black to form diagonal lines. It is nice to look at. Here is a collage of nail arts photos showing lines and dots in different splashes.


Thursday, May 24, 2012

Dream Board 1: For Kids

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Thinking of new project that somehow can generate me a little income. I do not know how to sew but my eldest sister does. Browsing through Pinterest, I found some inspiring projects that we can start to work on. I intended to sell these items online and let us see how we can take off from there.


What is good thing about these projects, they can be made using scrap materials which I can hoard from Divisoria or Baclaran. Not bad at all.

Monday, May 21, 2012

Changing Lanes

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Okay, I quit working full time few months ago. I got tired of it. I felt I sacrificed my life - happiness, health, and all to much that I lost myself elsewhere. I had to stop and ask: Where am I leading? Do I really to continue with this? What I really want to do with my life? I am close to being 40 and I know some people who have awakened from long sleep and realized they want to do something else. I will be away from the city for some sort of soul searching. I have some things playing on my mind on what I really want to do and I want to start with myself. I have been big all my life. I grew bigger and now close to 300lbs. I feel depressed. I cannot wear clothes I want. I cannot do activities that I have imagining to do. And I want to get out from this body size. I want to weigh 150 lbs at the end of 2012. I want to make clothes. No, I want to upscale clothes. I want to focus on making crafts I can sell online. I want to work with my hands. I want to start from there. Whew! This decision means that I need to leave my family behind and think only about me, myself, and I. It took me almost 15 years to realize this. Sadly, I am in a different difficult situation now.