I am standing at the computer buzzing and brimming with energy as I have eaten a handful of fresh sweet cherries and 5-6 figs (black mission). They are like popping a handful of jelly beans, a couple gummy bears and washing it down with jolt cola. WOW.
I think I will try to use these for future running foods, even race day fuel out on the trail.
I have tried dates as race/running fuel and they worked well and I am sure these would too. Would these kick it up they they are today? Gotta love that kind of energy.
This morning after a little workout and some stretching I ate some cherries, a banana and sun butter on sesame crackers. Good fuel and now 4 hours later this fruit is pumping me up.
A long time runner, in the football off-season and started for fun after football in the 80's.-became a vegan after a Dairy free experiment- Now I think about running, hiking, gardening and food and try to write about this way of living. Removal of dairy from diet in 2003 was successful for pain reduction and elimination of inflammation. -followed with complete removal of animal products in diet Now keeping track of thoughts , feelings and challenges.
A long time runner, in the football off-season and started for fun after football in the 80's.-became a vegan after a Dairy free experiment- Now I think about running, hiking, gardening and food and try to write about this way of living. Removal of dairy from diet in 2003 was successful for pain reduction and elimination of inflammation. -followed with complete removal of animal products in diet Now keeping track of thoughts , feelings and challenges.
Friday, August 31, 2007
Wednesday, August 29, 2007
Trail Mix -- From the store or the Bulk Bins?
I have been a fan of trail mixes for years but have recently found a couple of great "parts" for a mix in the bulk bins of 2 local health food stores. I started by adding the goodies (soynuts were one) to prepacked mixes and then made my own.
The best mix I have made so far has been : raw peanuts. cashews, dried blueberries/cherries/ bananas/papaya/apricots, almonds, sunflower seeds, unsalted soynuts, coconut.
Have added sesame sticks, wasabi peas and a few salted items as well.
Makes it fun to eat and it is a little different each time.
I have also done the same with cereal mix- Made Marty's Muesli( with oats, groats or other whole grains and added dried fruits nuts.... Then eat for snack with soy milk or of course at breakfast. Great if soak a bowlful over night with soymilk then eat cold or hit it in then microwave then eat.
The best mix I have made so far has been : raw peanuts. cashews, dried blueberries/cherries/ bananas/papaya/apricots, almonds, sunflower seeds, unsalted soynuts, coconut.
Have added sesame sticks, wasabi peas and a few salted items as well.
Makes it fun to eat and it is a little different each time.
I have also done the same with cereal mix- Made Marty's Muesli( with oats, groats or other whole grains and added dried fruits nuts.... Then eat for snack with soy milk or of course at breakfast. Great if soak a bowlful over night with soymilk then eat cold or hit it in then microwave then eat.
Monday, August 27, 2007
Lost in Summer- Eggplants a Plenty
I love the summer and the abundance of fresh veggies at farmers market. With my current diet and eating plans this makes Saturday a day in Nirvana. Looking forward to the next weekend but fearing the coming fall and the end of the local produce.
Looking into a way to store fresh stuff for winter eating- will do some freezing, maybe drying and canning. At least for now I will enjoy.
Getting creative with eggplant- love it when it is big and hard and almost ripe so the flesh is very firm and perfect for the grill.
I wonder if Baba Ghannouj will freeze. if so I can grill a bunch and make a lot of that wonderful mix for Christmas parties and Super Bowl dipping..
Looking into a way to store fresh stuff for winter eating- will do some freezing, maybe drying and canning. At least for now I will enjoy.
Getting creative with eggplant- love it when it is big and hard and almost ripe so the flesh is very firm and perfect for the grill.
I wonder if Baba Ghannouj will freeze. if so I can grill a bunch and make a lot of that wonderful mix for Christmas parties and Super Bowl dipping..