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Showing posts with label Instant. Show all posts

Monday, August 5, 2013

Sugar Free Homemade Instant Lemonade

Your personal resume’ of awesomeness just got more impressive. Not only are you ladies smart & sassy, and all you men out there witty and studly, but you lovely people can now whip up sweet, refreshing lemonade with zero refined sugars…all in an instant.

Some people swear by a concoction of lemon slices and/or lemon juice in warm water upon waking at the butt crack of dawn. They say it aids in weight loss & more: 10 Reasons Why You Should Drink Warm Lemon Water in the Morning. There there’s the lemon-controversial Master Cleanse Detox perspective. While both are intriguing in their own ways, the refreshing 3-ingredient glass of goodness that I speak of is neither of those things.

homeade lemonade Sugar Free Homemade Instant Lemonade

This is solely about enjoying a fresh glass of sweet lemonade without refined sugars. I made it for the family. They didn’t know the difference between my homemade instant version and the overpriced Amish lemonade filled with refined sugars that I was buying from the farmer’s market.

INGREDIENTS

8-10 ounces of waterapproximately 2 fresh lemons or store bought 100% lemon juice2 packets Stevia

DIRECTIONS

Pour cold water into your favorite fancy glass.Add fresh squeezed lemon juice to glass, or give a generous squeeze of store bought 100% lemon juice.Add 1-2 packets of Stevia to the glass.Slurp to taste. Add more Stevia or lemon juice if desired.Now drink some more to enjoy instantaneous sweet lemonade splendor.

Homemade Instant Lemonade is not only tasty, it makes it so much easier to fit in adequate water throughout the day. You’re less likely to retain water if you stay hydrated. Lemons also have a boatload of health benefits, so start slurping!

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Thursday, January 10, 2013

Uncle Ben's Whole Grain Fast & Natural Instant Brown Rice Review

Uncle Ben's Whole Grain Fast & Natural Instant Brown Rice

The description of Uncle Ben's Whole Grain Fast & Natural Instant Brown Rice reads, "now you can get great tasting 100% natural whole grain brown rice in just 10 minutes." Well, one thing I love is quick and easy, healthy meals, so I was all over this and bought a 14 ounce box for $2.19.

NUTRITION FACTS
Serving Size: 1/4 cup dry (48 grams - 1 cup cooked)
Calories: 170
Total Fat: 1.5 grams, 2%
Saturated Fat: 0%
Sodium: 0%
Carbohydrates: 36 grams
Fiber: 2 grams, 8%
Sugars: 0 grams
Protein: 4 grams

Well, they aren't lying. The directions are basically to add rice to water, boil, then turn the heat down & simmer for 10 minutes. This produced a fluffy, soft rice - not much different from white rice actually.

Each 1 cup (cooked) serving of Uncle Ben's Whole Grain Fast & Natural Instant Brown Rice provides 170 calories, 1.5 grams of total fat, 2 grams of fiber (8% of the daily value) and 4 grams of protein. The ingredients list simply states, whole grain paraboiled rice.

As I mentioned before, a 14 ounce box, which holds about 2 cups of rice, cost a little over $2.00. I liked it, my family liked it, and I would definitely buy this again. Minute Instant Brown Rice (Review) is also really good. It shouldn't be too hard to mess up rice (although, you never know with some companies), but if you're pressed for dinner prep time, then Uncle Ben's got your back.

{Website: Uncle Ben's}


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Tuesday, October 25, 2011

Uncle Ben's Whole Grain Fast & Natural Instant Brown Rice Review

Uncle Ben's Whole Grain Fast & Natural Instant Brown Rice

The description of Uncle Ben's Whole Grain Fast & Natural Instant Brown Rice reads, "now you can get great tasting 100% natural whole grain brown rice in just 10 minutes." Well, one thing I love is quick and easy, healthy meals, so I was all over this and bought a 14 ounce box for $2.19.

NUTRITION FACTS
Serving Size: 1/4 cup dry (48 grams - 1 cup cooked)
Calories: 170
Total Fat: 1.5 grams, 2%
Saturated Fat: 0%
Sodium: 0%
Carbohydrates: 36 grams
Fiber: 2 grams, 8%
Sugars: 0 grams
Protein: 4 grams

Well, they aren't lying. The directions are basically to add rice to water, boil, then turn the heat down & simmer for 10 minutes. This produced a fluffy, soft rice - not much different from white rice actually.

Each 1 cup (cooked) serving of Uncle Ben's Whole Grain Fast & Natural Instant Brown Rice provides 170 calories, 1.5 grams of total fat, 2 grams of fiber (8% of the daily value) and 4 grams of protein. The ingredients list simply states, whole grain paraboiled rice.

As I mentioned before, a 14 ounce box, which holds about 2 cups of rice, cost a little over $2.00. I liked it, my family liked it, and I would definitely buy this again. Minute Instant Brown Rice (Review) is also really good. It shouldn't be too hard to mess up rice (although, you never know with some companies), but if you're pressed for dinner prep time, then Uncle Ben's got your back.

{Website: Uncle Ben's}


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Tuesday, March 22, 2011

BetterOats mmm ... Muffins Old Fashioned Instant Oatmeal (Blueberry) Review

BetterOats mmm Muffins Old fashioned Instant Oatmeal

I love me some oatmeal in the morning. And although I'm generally a Quaker girl, I love checking out new products. I already tried BetterOats Oat Heads Berry Blast Instant Oatmeal with Flax, so I checked out another BetterOats variety - BetterOats mmm ... Muffins Old Fashioned Instant Oatmeal.

NUTRITION FACTS
Serving Size: 1 packet (43 grams)
Calories: 160
Total Fat: 2.5 grams, 4%
Saturated Fat: 0%
Sodium: 220 mg, 9%
Carbohydrates: 32 grams
Fiber: 3 grams, 12%
Sugars: 12 grams
Protein: 4 grams

I followed the usual directions, nuked it for 90 seconds, and out came the usual oatmeal studded with a few blueberries. The 1st spoonful was sweet, so was the 2nd, 3rd and so on. Not sure where the "muffin" theme comes in though as this didn't remind me of blueberry muffins at all.

Each 43 gram packet of BetterOats mmm ... Muffins Old Fashioned Blueberry Instant Oatmeal provides 160 calories, 2.5 grams of total fat, no saturated fat, 220 mg sodium (9% of the daily value). 3 grams of fiber, 12 grams of sugars and 4 grams of protein. The weight of the BetterOats Oat Heads Berry Blast Instant Oatmeal with Flax is less at 35 grams - so you get more oatmeal from this with not too many calories, and just 1 gram more sugar - they both taste a little too sweet and have the same amount of protein and fiber.

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The ingredients are whole grain rolled oats, sugar, flaxseed, dehydrated wild blueberries, salt, natural and artificial flavor, citric acid. A box with 5 pouches cost just $1.50.

This oatmeal was well received by the kids, and they aren't big fans of oatmeal. So, as with the BetterOats Oat Heads Berry Blast Instant Oatmeal with Flax, I would (and did), add more water to this to make it less sweet. And it does make a big, hearty bowl of oatmeal. Still, I prefer to make oatmeal on the stove top and add just enough sweetness and fruit to it - but this is good to have around.

{Website: BetterOats}


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Sunday, March 6, 2011

BetterOats Oat Heads Berry Blast Instant Oatmeal with Flax Review

BetterOats Oat Heads Berry Blast Instant Oatmeal with Flax

Almost every morning in the winter, breakfast is a bowl of oatmeal. I usually make it on the stove-top, but I also like having packets of instant (microwaveable) mixes around, for those mornings when I'm really rushed. As I was looking to replenish my supplies, I came across BetterOats Oat Heads Instant Oatmeal. I hadn't tried this before, and the packaging looked so inviting, that I picked up a box of the Berry Blast variety.

NUTRITION FACTS
Serving Size: 1 packet (28 grams)
Calories: 100
Total Fat: 2 grams, 3%
Saturated Fat: 0%
Sodium: 80 mg, 3%
Carbohydrates: 19 grams
Fiber: 3 grams, 12%
Sugars: 0 grams
Protein: 4 grams

The next morning it was oatmeal time! I followed the directions exactly as the package states - pouring the oatmeal out of the pouch into a bowl, adding water to the same pouch, which then got dumped into the bowl with the oatmeal. I microwaved for 90 seconds and got some delicious looking oatmeal. There were pops of red strawberries and blue blueberries all over the oatmeal. I eagerly had a spoonful and discovered a sweet, delicious tasting oatmeal ... but this maybe was a little too sweet for me - and the portion was a little small anyway, so next time I added more water, and it came out perfectly.

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Each 35 gram pouch of BetterOats Oat Heads Berry Blast Instant Oatmeal with Flax provides 130 calories, 2 grams of total fat (3% of the daily value), no saturated fat, 160 mg of sodium (7% of the DV), 3 grams of protein and fiber plus 11 grams of sugars. It also contains 290 mg of ALA Omega-3, which is 18% of the 1.6 grams daily value. The ingredients are whole grain rolled oats, sugar, flaxseed, salt, dehydrated strawberries, natural and artificial flavor, dehydrated wild blueberries, guar gum, citric acid.

I paid $1.50 for a box of BetterOats Oat Heads Berry Blast Instant Oatmeal with Flax (5 pouches). Nature's Path Organic Instant Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal and Nature's Path Organic Instant Flax Plus Oatmeal are still my favorites, but I would definitely buy this again - and I think kids would probably like this more. As I said before though, I would also add more water to get more oatmeal, and to make it a little less sweet.

{Website: BetterOats}


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Friday, February 25, 2011

DIY Mini Kit : Instant Weight Loss

DIY Mini Kit : Instant Weight LossBecome a size 2 instantly with our elastic tape measure, special stick-on clothing labels, and scale sticker. Enjoy guilt-free eating with our "Zero-Calorie" nutrition labels. With Instant Weight Loss, you'll be skinny in seconds!

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Wednesday, December 29, 2010

Adjust A Button for Denim: Removable instant fix fashion button for tight or gaping waistbands for a perfect fit on jeans (No iron, sew, tailor)

Adjust A Button for Denim: Removable instant fix fashion button for tight or gaping waistbands for a perfect fit on jeans (No iron, sew, tailor)Finally, a movable button that alters waistbands in a flash! Adding or reducing up to 1.5 inches is as easy as inserting a pin. Simply poke through on outside of existing button to tighten, move to inside to loosen. Strong spring back clasp locks button in place yet quickly releases for repeated use. Don't sacrifice comfort, customize your fit with Adjust-a-Button.

Price: $20.00


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Friday, December 24, 2010

Ozeri Gen II Digital MultiFunction Bathroom Scale with Instant Weight (440lb / 200kg), Body Fat & Water Measurements, now with Built-in Memory for 10 Users

Ozeri Gen II Digital MultiFunction Bathroom Scale with Instant Weight (440lb / 200kg), Body Fat & Water Measurements, now with Built-in Memory for 10 UsersThe Ozeri Gen II Digital MultiFunction Bathroom Scale features the latest generation of InstaOn sensor technology to display and monitor your body weight, fat and water ratios, all within seconds of stepping onto the scale. This Triple Function Bathroom Scale uses bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA), incorporating a person's age, height, gender and weight to accurately display results in increments of 0.2 pounds or 0.1 kilograms. Bioelectrical Impedance (BI) is a well established and respected method used to estimate body fat and hydration. Muscles, blood vessels and bones are body tissues with a relative high water content which conducts electricity easily. Body fat is tissue that on the other hand displays much less electric conductivity. With BIA, the Ozeri Scale sends a weak and harmless electrical current through your body to determine the amount of fat tissue. This weak electrical current is imperceptible to the user, and returns back data that is used together with the user provided weight, height, age and gender to instantly calculate body fat and body water ratios. The Ozeri Gen II Digital MultiFunction Bathroom Scale displays results on an easy to read bright 3.5" diagonal LCD screen. It also features built-in memory that can store up to 10 personal profiles each with individual measurements and monitoring so that your family members or friends at the gym can each track their progress. This Ozeri scale uses 4 latest generation G sensors to capture weights up to 440 lbs with industry leading accuracy. It also turns off automatically to conserve battery power, and runs on 2 included Lithium batteries for better performance than AA and AAA designs. Made of impact resistant tempered glass, the Ozeri Gen II Digital MultiFunction Bathroom Scale blends the latest in technology with a fashionable design. Your satisfaction is 100% guaranteed.

Price: $39.95


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Monday, December 20, 2010

Nature's Path Organic Instant Flax Plus Oatmeal

Nature's Path Organic Flax Plus OatmealMany people love to dive into a bowl of oats in the morning including me. This is not an every morning thing, but it is a nice addition to my array of breakfast options. Although I try out new varieties a lot, my main stay was Quaker Simple Harvest Apples and Cinnamon Oats Cereal. Alas, that has been discontinued, so I've been trying other brands, including Nature's Path Organic Flax Plus Oatmeal.

NUTRITION FACTS
Serving Size: 1 packet (50 grams)
Calories: 210
Total Fat: 3 grams, 5%
Saturated Fat: 0.5 grams, 3%
Sodium: 140 mg, 6%
Carbohydrates: 38 grams
Fiber: 5 grams, 20%
Sugars: 10 grams
Protein: 6 grams

If you are a toppings person, this is the oatmeal for you! On its own, it possesses an ever so slight sweetness in the midst of a fairly neutral flavor profile. However, I added some banana slices to mine, which complemented the subtle sweetness of the oats very well and enabled the natural sweetness of the banana to play its role instead of being overshadowed by a wide array of added sugars. If you truly like your oatmeal to be quite sweet, this still might be right up your alley because you can choose how to sweeten it ... Truvia? Splenda? Pure Cane Sugar? I am generally one to gravitate towards the sweeter end of things, but I didn't add anything but bananas and peanut butter to my bowl of oats and loved the all natural flavor profile that I ended up with.

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The organic ingredient list is short and to the point: rolled oats, evaporated cane juice, flaxseeds and sea salt. This might as well have come out of my own kitchen! Each 50 gram packet of Nature's Path Organic Flax Plus Oatmeal provides 210 calories, 3 grams of total fat with 0.5 grams being saturated fat (5% & 3% of the daily value), 140 mg of sodium (6% of the DV), 5 grams of fiber (20% of the DV), 10 grams of sugars and 6 grams of protein.

I paid $3.00 for an 8 pack of fulfilling breakfasts and this is definitely on my list of favorite oatmeal brands.

{Website: Nature's Path}


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Thursday, December 2, 2010

Ozeri Gen II Digital MultiFunction Bathroom Scale with Instant Weight (440lb / 200kg), Body Fat & Water Measurements, now with Built-in Memory for 10 Users

Ozeri Gen II Digital MultiFunction Bathroom Scale with Instant Weight (440lb / 200kg), Body Fat & Water Measurements, now with Built-in Memory for 10 UsersThe Ozeri Gen II Digital MultiFunction Bathroom Scale features the latest generation of InstaOn sensor technology to display and monitor your body weight, fat and water ratios, all within seconds of stepping onto the scale. This Triple Function Bathroom Scale uses bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA), incorporating a person's age, height, gender and weight to accurately display results in increments of 0.2 pounds or 0.1 kilograms. Bioelectrical Impedance (BI) is a well established and respected method used to estimate body fat and hydration. Muscles, blood vessels and bones are body tissues with a relative high water content which conducts electricity easily. Body fat is tissue that on the other hand displays much less electric conductivity. With BIA, the Ozeri Scale sends a weak and harmless electrical current through your body to determine the amount of fat tissue. This weak electrical current is imperceptible to the user, and returns back data that is used together with the user provided weight, height, age and gender to instantly calculate body fat and body water ratios. The Ozeri Gen II Digital MultiFunction Bathroom Scale displays results on an easy to read bright 3.5" diagonal LCD screen. It also features built-in memory that can store up to 10 personal profiles each with individual measurements and monitoring so that your family members or friends at the gym can each track their progress. This Ozeri scale uses 4 latest generation G sensors to capture weights up to 440 lbs with industry leading accuracy. It also turns off automatically to conserve battery power, and runs on 2 included Lithium batteries for better performance than AA and AAA designs. Made of impact resistant tempered glass, the Ozeri Gen II Digital MultiFunction Bathroom Scale blends the latest in technology with a fashionable design. Your satisfaction is 100% guaranteed.

Price: $39.95


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Sunday, November 28, 2010

Ozeri Gen II Digital MultiFunction Bathroom Scale with Instant Weight (440lb / 200kg), Body Fat & Water Measurements, now with Built-in Memory for 10 Users

Ozeri Gen II Digital MultiFunction Bathroom Scale with Instant Weight (440lb / 200kg), Body Fat & Water Measurements, now with Built-in Memory for 10 UsersThe Ozeri Gen II Digital MultiFunction Bathroom Scale features the latest generation of InstaOn sensor technology to display and monitor your body weight, fat and water ratios, all within seconds of stepping onto the scale. This Triple Function Bathroom Scale uses bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA), incorporating a person's age, height, gender and weight to accurately display results in increments of 0.2 pounds or 0.1 kilograms. Bioelectrical Impedance (BI) is a well established and respected method used to estimate body fat and hydration. Muscles, blood vessels and bones are body tissues with a relative high water content which conducts electricity easily. Body fat is tissue that on the other hand displays much less electric conductivity. With BIA, the Ozeri Scale sends a weak and harmless electrical current through your body to determine the amount of fat tissue. This weak electrical current is imperceptible to the user, and returns back data that is used together with the user provided weight, height, age and gender to instantly calculate body fat and body water ratios. The Ozeri Gen II Digital MultiFunction Bathroom Scale displays results on an easy to read bright 3.5" diagonal LCD screen. It also features built-in memory that can store up to 10 personal profiles each with individual measurements and monitoring so that your family members or friends at the gym can each track their progress. This Ozeri scale uses 4 latest generation G sensors to capture weights up to 440 lbs with industry leading accuracy. It also turns off automatically to conserve battery power, and runs on 2 included Lithium batteries for better performance than AA and AAA designs. Made of impact resistant tempered glass, the Ozeri Gen II Digital MultiFunction Bathroom Scale blends the latest in technology with a fashionable design. Your satisfaction is 100% guaranteed.

Price: $39.95


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Tuesday, November 16, 2010

Adjust A Button for Denim: Removable instant fix fashion button for tight or gaping waistbands for a perfect fit on jeans (No iron, sew, tailor)

Adjust A Button for Denim: Removable instant fix fashion button for tight or gaping waistbands for a perfect fit on jeans (No iron, sew, tailor)Finally, a movable button that alters waistbands in a flash! Adding or reducing up to 1.5 inches is as easy as inserting a pin. Simply poke through on outside of existing button to tighten, move to inside to loosen. Strong spring back clasp locks button in place yet quickly releases for repeated use. Don't sacrifice comfort, customize your fit with Adjust-a-Button.

Price: $20.00


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Thursday, November 4, 2010

Ozeri Gen II Digital MultiFunction Bathroom Scale with Instant Weight (440lb / 200kg), Body Fat & Water Measurements, now with Built-in Memory for 10 Users

Ozeri Gen II Digital MultiFunction Bathroom Scale with Instant Weight (440lb / 200kg), Body Fat & Water Measurements, now with Built-in Memory for 10 UsersThe Ozeri Gen II Digital MultiFunction Bathroom Scale features the latest generation of InstaOn sensor technology to display and monitor your body weight, fat and water ratios, all within seconds of stepping onto the scale. This Triple Function Bathroom Scale uses bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA), incorporating a person's age, height, gender and weight to accurately display results in increments of 0.2 pounds or 0.1 kilograms. Bioelectrical Impedance (BI) is a well established and respected method used to estimate body fat and hydration. Muscles, blood vessels and bones are body tissues with a relative high water content which conducts electricity easily. Body fat is tissue that on the other hand displays much less electric conductivity. With BIA, the Ozeri Scale sends a weak and harmless electrical current through your body to determine the amount of fat tissue. This weak electrical current is imperceptible to the user, and returns back data that is used together with the user provided weight, height, age and gender to instantly calculate body fat and body water ratios. The Ozeri Gen II Digital MultiFunction Bathroom Scale displays results on an easy to read bright 3.5" diagonal LCD screen. It also features built-in memory that can store up to 10 personal profiles each with individual measurements and monitoring so that your family members or friends at the gym can each track their progress. This Ozeri scale uses 4 latest generation G sensors to capture weights up to 440 lbs with industry leading accuracy. It also turns off automatically to conserve battery power, and runs on 2 included Lithium batteries for better performance than AA and AAA designs. Made of impact resistant tempered glass, the Ozeri Gen II Digital MultiFunction Bathroom Scale blends the latest in technology with a fashionable design. Your satisfaction is 100% guaranteed.

Price: $39.95


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