I can't believe it's day 30 ! I'm half way done my protocol, even though I have another 60 day protocol to go! Check out my video to see how much I've lost in pounds and in inches, and the cost of the program. Thank you to those that have been checking in with me on a regular basis! It means the world and I am beyond thrilled to see the changes just in my face... just compare my Day 1 video to now... CRAZY!
So for all of you who are looking to do this... all I can say is JUST DO IT! I haven't felt this way in awhile and I overall just feel healthy and great! It is a lifestyle change, so if you aren't dedicated, the results won't show.
If you put your mind to it, anything is possible...
Hi guys! I know time has passed since my last post and I'm still going strong with my weight loss! I won't reveal what I have lost until Thursday which is my next weigh in.
Now, something most of you guys have all been waiting for- a new recipe!
I was told to eat more red meat, (which I'm really not a huge fan of), to help me increase my weight loss. Let's also keep in mind that I have never in my life cooked this kind of meat by myself before. I was up for the challenge! I quickly made it and I was not only surprised but impressed with my cooking skills! (Not to toot my own horn or anything) :)
Flavorful Baked Beef Tenderloin
Ingredients:
Beef tenderloin
soy sauce
red pepper flakes
sea salt
pepper
garlic powder
extra virgin olive oil
2-3 garlic cloves
asparagus
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350. Take your beef tenderloin and poke holes for absorption of seasonings with a fork on both sides of meat. Pour as much or as little soy sauce on one side. Season with the rest of the herbs and spices on both sides of the meat. (I used the ones listed above.) Put in a shallow pan and put in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes. Time will all depend on how many pieces of meat you have. I personally had two pieces to bake.
For the asparagus, chop up 2-3 garlic cloves. In a pan, on medium-high heat,warm 2-3 tsp. of olive oil. Then put cleaned asparagus and the cloves in. Sautee until the asparagus is a little brown and somewhat flimsy, unless you like crunchy asparagus.
Voila! All done! A healthy and flavorful meal in less than 25 minutes! Take THAT Rachael Ray!
Ah! I can't believe it's Day 22 for me! I'm almost there! 14.8 lbs. and a little under 8 inches lost in 22 days ladies and gents. Pretty impressed?! So am I!
Growing up in a Greek home, I found myself always eating. Our holidays and family gatherings were based solely on food. I would get so excited to eat as if Thanksgiving were everyday. Kinda sickening if you ask me.
But now that I've been on the protocol of the Bouari Clinic, I feel a lot better, less hungry and more energetic. My body turned a complete 180 from almost 20 days ago.
So I'm sure you all are wondering what I'm possibly eating on this new lifestyle change of mine?!
Easy. Healthy and nutritious food that actually benefits you, not work against you. "Simple foods".
Fruits
I can have up to 3 fresh fruits a day. I'm starting to go organic. Especially at Whole Foods, the fruits are cheaper than my local grocery store, and the quality is a hell of a lot better. So far in the process I've been eating too many apples than I can count, especially granny smith, my favorite. I also have been eating cantaloupe, mangoes, raspberries and strawberries. I want to occasionally switch it up with peaches, pears and plums next week. I usually eat fruits for breakfast or during my snack periods, between breakfast and lunch and/or lunch and dinner. They fill me up and they help me battle my sweet tooth.
Vegetables
I'm pretty picky when it comes to vegetables. I can have up to 2 servings a day, 1 serving at lunch and 1 at dinner. Broccoli and I have been best of friends because I'm obsessed with it. Throughout the process so far I've had red peppers, grilled onions, asparagus and romaine leaf lettuce all to compliment the protein of my meal. There's many other vegetable options you can eat, practically all vegetables... but since I'm picky, these are the only ones I'll eat.
Protein
As far as proteins go, it's very limited. On this particular protocol I can only have chicken, buffalo, filet, tenderloin, top sirloin and all white fish. For me, this means chicken, crab, flounder, tilapia, shrimp, scallops and lobster. That's it! Occasionally you can switch it up by eating eggs, preferably organic eggs, organic Greek yogurt (Oikos brand) and my favorite, edamame! Depending on the day and what I feel like eating, I usually have 3-4 servings of protein throughout the day.
Hi all! First and foremost I want to say that I am so thankful and appreciative to see how many hits were on my first post. 60hits in a little over 24 hours! That's amazing if I say so myself. I also want to thank those of you who have been supporting me in the process. It means a lot. :)
Just like I said in my first post, I am going to be posting recipes that I actually have made and can eat as a part of my protocol. They are healthy and jammed packed with flavor. Enjoy!
Shrimp Fajitas
(Picture I took as I was cooking. My family wanted both chicken and shrimp in their fajitas.)
Ingredients:
1 medium onion
1 red bell pepper
3-4 tsp. olive oil
Sea Salt & Black Pepper
Dash of Red Pepper Flakes for heat (optional)
2 tsp. Mrs. Dash Chili Lime Seasoning (optional)
2 tsp. garlic powder
3 garlic cloves
1 lb. cleaned shrimp
Directions:
Wash and clean out pepper. Cut both pepper and onion into thin slices. On a big skillet on medium-high, saute both pepper and onion in with your olive oil. Dice up your garlic cloves and add it to the skillet. Add your sea salt and black pepper. Mix in for about 15 minutes or until the onions and peppers start to caramelize. Add the rest of your desired seasonings and shrimp in the skillet. Mix in for another 5-10 minutes. Toss well and serve on tortillas or as is. Enjoy! :)
Hi guys! It's my first time blogging. It's also my first time allowing the public to know all about my life behind closed doors. Well, a little background on me...My name is Nadia, I'm 20, soon to be 21 in less than 2 months (so pumped!) and I live in Philadelphia. I'm a college student and I absolutely cannot wait to graduate. I have my own Big Fat Greek family that I absolutely could not live without and I have a wonderful boyfriend who I just adore way too much. With that said, I love love love to cook, bake and make so many unhealthy yet, spontaneous recipes that I find on Pinterest. It's an addiction, I swear. Nonetheless, I'm a "North New Jerseyian" at heart. I'm obsessed with animal print and house music-that alone should just explain my personality.
But let's cut to the chase... I've always had weight problems since I could remember, and recently, my weight has sky rocketed. I've done everything in the past, diet pills, Nutrasystem and Weight Watchers. I can't say that these options didn't work for me, because at the time they did; however, I gained everything I lost, plus more. Lately, I've been unhappy with how I feel and look. My overall lifestyle was fast food, constant dinners with my friends and family, and with minimal to rare exercise. I needed a change- and a drastic one.
So here it is, the Bouari Clinic. The change I needed. A strict diet that allows you to purchase your own food at the grocery store, prepare your on food and create meals with healthy options that will increase your weight loss. Not bad, huh? It's a lot better than buying packaged meals since you aren't preparing them on your own. Once you stop eating those meals, you and your scale won't be friends anymore. So this is why the Bouari Clinic isn't a diet, but a lifestyle change.
As I mentioned in the video posted below, I briefly explain how the protocol works and what I'm cutting out. It's not the whole list, but it gives you guys an idea.
Let's just say that I don't feel deprived of any foods, and currently I'm on Day 14. The video I posted is when I first started on Day 1, when I was also 12lbs heavier. ;)
Check it out, and let me know if you have any questions, comments or concerns. I will continue to post blogs very frequently. The more motivation the better!
**Just a quick note that I have not been paid to write this blog. This is my personal weight loss journey that I would like to share to those that are curious and interested in the Bouari Clinic. I know there aren't many personal reviews online, but I wanted to give people the "real deal" review.**
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