Tuesday, August 4, 2015

August 4


Philippians 2:13 - NLT
For God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases him.

Stephanie got fantastic grades in algebra. All her friends were jealous of her abilities in class.  Stephanie always smiled to herself. None of her friends realized that her father was a scientist who used algebra all the time. He tutored her every evening and helped her understand the problems that gave her friends such fits. There are times when we need special help. Without it we struggle twice as hard as we really need to. God offers to help us through our diets. Allow God to work
within you as you diet, and you'll be surprised how much easier it is.

Today's Thought:  When the fat won't go away, take a moment then to pray!

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Today's Tip:  Slow Music

For each meal, sit at the table with slow music playing.  Make up an iTunes playlist for your iPod, or put on a CD.  However you do it, get that music playing.  It really does make a difference in how quickly you eat.

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Chicken Taco Salad

3/4 cup chopped onion
1 1/2 cups (8 ounces) diced cooked chicken breast
5 ounces (one 8-ounce can) canned pinto beans -- rinsed and drained
1/2 cup water
1 1/2 teaspoons taco seasoning mix
4 cups shredded lettuce
2 cups chopped fresh tomato
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
3/4 cup (3 ounces) Kraft shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese
1 1/2 cups (1 1/2 ounces) Corn Chex
3/4 cup chunky salsa
6 tablespoons Land 0 Lakes fat-free sour cream

In a large saucepan sprayed with cooking spray, brown onion. Stir in chicken beans, water, and taco seasoning. Mix well to combine. Lower heat. Simmer 10 min., stirring occasionally.  In a large serving bowl, combine lettuce, tomato, and green pepper. Spoon hot chicken mixture over lettuce mixture. Top with cheese and cereal. Toss gently to combine. For each serving, place about 2 cups mixture on a plate and top with salsa and sour cream.