It’s been a busy morning full of tidbits. Both research and samples!
I love conferences. Concentrating research and information into one super day of learning. We listened on presentations about the latest in bariatric surgery, vitamin D research and childhood obesity. Very cool stuff.
The profssor who presented on vitamin D shared with us that between October through May, north of Atlanta there is virtually ZERO vit D synthesis going on. And even in the summer, almost all of the synthesis takes place between 11a and 2p. Its a misinception that stepping into sunlight quickly replenishes stores. That 4p walk in January isn’t really doing any good at all! I had no idea.
I got a chair massage in between sessions but the YOGA stretch did sooo much more!! Gosh I love how yoga makes my muscles and joints feel. (Cant wait for Saturday’s session!!)
I talked to a few vendors, including The Thoughtful Baker, who makes allergen-free products.
Sampled a few and a Cabot cheese for
Elevensies. I was hungry much earlier without my usual size breakfast!
Lunch was a nice spread of tasty choices:
I choose a really delicious half veggie and hummus wrap! It was awesome and super flavorful. And no onions!
Also had a great sweet carrot salad, an herby potato salad and some homemade terra chips! Plus a tiny apple for dessert (skipped the cookies!)
Might go back for another scoop of those root veggie chips cause I’m still a wee bit hungry!
Hope you’re having a great day!
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Your lunch looks very balanced and tasty! I love root veggie chips. In fact…I love ALL chips. Popchips, sunchips, kettle cooked potato chips – all things in moderation, right?
that sweet carrot salad closely resembles the WF version. hopefully it was as delicious!
I didn’t no either that the Vit D only happened mostly between 11-2! Interesting. Did they recommend a supplement?
Such neat info! Glad you’re enjoying the presentations!
that’s so interesting about vitamin d! though i love my job & have to be at work during those times, i would LOVE to be able to get out and play from 11 – 2 every day!
That is really interesting about the vitamin D. I thought if you were in the sun at all it helped!
looks like you are having fun! amuses-toi bien!
i can’t get on the reduced fat cheese bandwagon. it makes me sad. skim milk i like, nonfat yogurt is great, but i need fatty fatty cheese. to each his own, though!
a bientot
the paris food blague
Well I wouldn’t buy reduced fat cheese, but it’s a fun snack when it’s free.
OOhh vegetable crisps are one of my favourite foods!!
I vote you go back for a second helping
RD conferences always have the best food
The wrap sounds good!!!
And that is super interesting about the Vit. D!! I had no idea. Amazing how such of a large misconception that is. I am super jealous of all that you learning, sounds reallly intriguing! Especially the childhood obesity. That is something that I’m really passionate about after working with kids. It’s SO awful for a child to have weight problems. Talk about psychological effects..
so nice that they provided such a healthy lunch! Most of my meetings serve up pizza and nasty salad ;(
But that wrap looks fantastic!
have a great afternoon
Nice spread for lunch! I love it when there are good for you, tasty eats on a buffet for lunch! I need some good yoga about right now too!
All of Canada must be Vit D deficient!
Do you reccomend taking a supplement then?
Very interesting info about vitamin D, I had no idea.
Oooh, I love terra chips! still, I can’t wait to get home after travelling and finally make kale chips…
No onions
yum, that lunch sounds WAY better than what i’m going to be eating today
terra chips are SO GOOD!
Oooh that wrap looks delish!
Jenn
That makes complete sense why I’m so worn out every winter… it’s super dark here most of the winter!
Omg. I hate oatmeal for lunch and would have much rathered that YUMMY wrap. I am a hummus o holic!
lol hate = ate* woops! because i actually do LOVE oatmeal… mmm.
Looks like a fun, full and yummy day so far!
That’s interesting about vitamin D and the time of day- I didn’t know that!
What’s wrong with onions?
just learned that from my doc too about the vit D because i am deficit and i am always in the sun…..i supplement with it now….
yor wrap looks great!
Looks like a tasty lunch and a very interesting presentation.
Who took that picture of you doign yoga?!
My friends!
I love the 75% reduced fat Cabot cheddar cheese – totally worth the price!
Great looking lunch Kath
I love that they had so many healthy options – but then again – you wouldn’t expect any less given the nature of the conference!!! Now, if only other industries could catch up and start serving decent and healthy lunch foods at meetings and conferences!!
you might want to check out today oprah.. probably nothing you dont already know but its all about where our food comes from in america etc.
I recorded it!
Isn’t that Vitamin D thing funny? I live in the Pacific Northwest (zilch sun except the summer) and my mom’s doctor just told her that our entire family needs to be taking supplements because of the lack of rays. We were all really surprised!
Thanks for the info, as usual. It’s interesting that Vitamin D has rocked the news lately in surpassing Vitamin C!
Kath, what do you typically do when you’re sick with the flu? I mean, a while back you had a cold and made sure to eat lots of supplements and go easy on the exercise.
But what about the flu flu; sore tummy but not throwing up, and tired and feverish.
Is it best not to eat at all or just as your stomach dictates (with gurgles)?
Should I try to push it or eat regular amounts?
Sometimes when I’m sick I crave to eat but not sure if its the best.
ALso, is it normal to be very hungry when the flu is past, like a weight-restoration thing?
Finally, when one has the flu, is that a sign that your body is trying to “clean itself out” and therefore its best not to eat?
Lana-
When your body has the flu it means that a virus is proliferating in your body making you sick. Your body is not trying to clean itself out- it is trying to produce more white blood cells to destroy the virus. During this time it is best to drink lots of fluids and pay attention and listen to your body. It is probably better to discuss this issue with your doctor.
I really just wanted to clarify that sickness due to pathogens, such as the flu, is not a method to “clean-out” your body. Your body does not want to be sick and works hard to produce an immune response to make you well again.
(I posted this here after putting it at the end)
Thank you SOOO much for that reply, Melissa.
That really clarifies things and helps me as I think of how to help my body heal.
I’ve tried to listen to my body and not think of it as working against itself.
Your thoughtful response was a blessing.
Lana.
ps – Kath, I understand.
Lana,
I’m not a doctor so I can’t really recommend anything. But fluids and rest are what I’ve heard for years.
I love conferences too…half day ones, anyways! I can hardly stand sitting all day. The lunch looks wonderful!
Yoga stretches are great for long days at conferences. Loosens me right up.
Now, that’s more like the food I would expect at a dietetics conference
That wrap looks delish. Glad you are enjoying your day!
OK that conference legit sounds cool/fun/interesting.
Does that make me a nerd? I don’t care.
Lana-
When your body has the flu it means that a virus is proliferating in your body making you sick. Your body is not trying to clean itself out- it is trying to produce more white blood cells to destroy the virus. During this time it is best to drink lots of fluids and pay attention and listen to your body. It is probably better to discuss this issue with your doctor.
I really just wanted to clarify that sickness due to pathogens, such as the flu, is not a method to “clean-out” your body. Your body does not want to be sick and works hard to produce an immune response to make you well again.
mmmm that wrap looks so good!!
She didn’t recommend a specific supplement, but if you’re in the north, you should probably add one in. Or eat lots of fish!
lunch spread looks nice!
MmMmMmMm your lunch looks so good.
that wrap looks DIVINE!
i don’t comment often (i read at work sometimes & cant comment via blackberry) but I read everyday & love your blog!
hi kath! do you feel deprived if you skip the cookie? for me, if i skipped the cookie i would feel deprived and overeat later. Is that true for you too?
No. I just think of it as being kind of empty and it loses its appeal.
Elevensies. I love what a hobbit you are!