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You are here: Home / Lifestyle / Cinderella

February 9, 2010

Cinderella

Just turn me into a pumpkin

:mrgreen: this !

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My very fav-or-ite combo:

  • 1/3 cup oats
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/3 cup 1% milk
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds
  • 1/2 a cup pumpkin, stirred in at end
  • 1/3 cup cottage cheese, stirred in at end
  • Vanilla + cinnamon, stirred in at end
  • Crunchy coconut granola
  • TJs pumpkin butter
  • Cacao bliss
  • Naturally Nutty Vanilla Sunflower butter 

FORGOT the pinch of salt and can totally tell a difference!! Also went bananaless, which I have been doing more and more when I intend to go heavy-handed on the pumpkin. I don’t miss the sweet.

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Grog + Christmas Blend Decaf

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It’s a bat hanging upsidedown!!

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Nutrition On The Go

I’ve been enjoying listening to my nutrition podcasts so much. It’s made me really feel more embedded in the medical field to be thinking about nutrition on a clinical level and listening to some of the research 🙂 I have to read my latest ADA journal too…

I’ve found a number of podcasts and am weeding through them. What’s interesting is that all of the RDs/MDs advocate different eating styles: high animal proteins (organic ones), high plant proteins, high fat, low fat, vegan. However they ALL agree on a few things:

  • VEGETABLES and fruits
  • Plant emphasis
  • Real Food
  • Cut out sugar and processed foods

Listen for yourself and see if you agree/disagree:

  • Dr. Amen
  • Dishing Up Nutrition
  • Eat To Live
  • Dr. Macdougal

Also check out RD411.com. AMAZING site with so much information for RDs and anyone interested in nutrition!

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KERF on US Wellness Meats 🙂

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I didn’t have time to make oats this morning but I was craving them so I did. Now I’m late!!

Happy rainy Tues !

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  1. Sara says

    February 9, 2010 at 6:22 am

    Yummy! Those look like the perfect way to start out off this very rainy Tuesday! They look much more appetizing than the cereal I am currently eating. 🙂

    Reply
  2. christie @ honoring health says

    February 9, 2010 at 6:29 am

    I agree about the pinch of salt, it just seems to bring everything together.

    I recently cut out sugar and never realized how much sugar is in everything. I feel so much better, though and I don’t get cravings the way I used to.

    Reply
  3. Estela @ Weekly Bite says

    February 9, 2010 at 6:36 am

    yummy looking bowl of oats!!!

    salt is the key 🙂

    Have a great day !

    Reply
  4. Courtney (The Hungry Yogini) says

    February 9, 2010 at 6:42 am

    Mmmmmmmmmmmmm! Looks delicious!

    Yes – sugar. My nemesis. Need to work on cutting that out!

    Reply
  5. Tiffany says

    February 9, 2010 at 6:52 am

    I love all of your toppings! And thanks for the links to the nutrition podcasts — it sure is interesting, the different types of eating styles they advocate.

    Reply
  6. Abby says

    February 9, 2010 at 6:55 am

    Thanks for the nutrition on the go tips!! 🙂

    Reply
  7. Jessica @ How Sweet It Is says

    February 9, 2010 at 7:03 am

    I can always tell when I skip the salt, too! It makes it so much better. 🙂

    Reply
  8. Lily @ Lily's Health Pad says

    February 9, 2010 at 7:11 am

    Haha, I was just wondering the other day why so many recipes call for a pinch of salt. I never can tell the difference if it’s been added or it hasn’t been added. I guess a lot of people can though.

    Reply
    • Kath says

      February 9, 2010 at 8:12 pm

      You never can tell when it’s added. But once you’ve been doing it, you can REALLY tell when it’s subtracted. There’s no flavor!

      Reply
  9. Karla says

    February 9, 2010 at 7:16 am

    Sugar is definitely an issue for me. Once I have it, I keep craving it! I definitely need to cut back on it!

    Reply
  10. Marisa (Loser for Life) says

    February 9, 2010 at 7:17 am

    Thanks for the links to those great podcasts; looking forward to checking them out.

    Love your rustic bowl!

    Reply
  11. Jessie says

    February 9, 2010 at 7:19 am

    “Katherella” — hehe

    I’ve downloaded a bunch of those podcasts to listen to on the way to school and internship. Can’t wait to listen. At least RDs and MDs agree on SOMETHING 🙂 Love RD411, use it often.

    Have a nice day!

    Reply
  12. Sarah (Running to Slow Things Down) says

    February 9, 2010 at 7:24 am

    I love pumpkin in my oats too. I think I’ll be turning orange soon. :mrgreen:

    Reply
  13. Madeline @ Greens and Jeans says

    February 9, 2010 at 7:41 am

    The pumpkin shortage has just now been affecting my local grocery store! I’m very jealous of your oats this morning!

    Reply
  14. Anna @ Newlywed, Newly Veg says

    February 9, 2010 at 7:42 am

    Ooh, I’m always looking for new podcasts to listen to. I like the Nutrition Diva, on i-tunes, but hers are only 10 minutes at the longest (it’s called “Quick and Dirty tips”).

    I have that mug!! With an “A.” 🙂

    Reply
  15. Lauren @ eater not a runner says

    February 9, 2010 at 7:46 am

    I love your K mug and pretty bowl!

    Reply
  16. Jenna says

    February 9, 2010 at 7:52 am

    Love how you mix all the nut butters!!

    Reply
  17. Fit Lizzio says

    February 9, 2010 at 7:58 am

    if you turn your head to the right it kind of looks like babar or some type of elephant haha

    Reply
  18. Erin (Travel, Eat, Repeat) says

    February 9, 2010 at 8:00 am

    I have a couple cans of pumpkin stockpiled in the pantry that I’m afraid to break into, knowing that when they’re, they’re gone until October! 😉

    Reply
  19. Simply Life says

    February 9, 2010 at 8:09 am

    ooh another new one for me – sunflower butter! sounds great!

    Reply
  20. Mara @ What's For Dinner? says

    February 9, 2010 at 8:13 am

    Definitely cut sugar out last week, and while I still want things like brownies, I dont feel like i NEEED them anymore

    Reply
  21. Danielle (Coffee Run) says

    February 9, 2010 at 8:33 am

    Thanks for the podcasts! It’s important for “RD-to be”s to be updated 😀

    Reply
  22. megan says

    February 9, 2010 at 8:46 am

    I really need to cut down on the amount of sugar I eat. It’s so hard! I guess it’s worth it though. and hopefully i’ll start wanting it less and less.

    Reply
  23. Cassie @ A Very Busy Mind says

    February 9, 2010 at 8:53 am

    Loving the RD411 site! (Is it weird that I get pumped up about sites like this? ;))

    Reply
  24. Daniel says

    February 9, 2010 at 9:02 am

    Very nice looking breakfast. I can’t wait for my parents to bring up my mail this weekend so I can read the ADA issue myself as well!

    Thanks for the resources as well, they give me something to do when I finally get some down time from classes. I can’t wait to get into more RD related courses instead of GDRs. >.<

    Reply
  25. Rose-Anne says

    February 9, 2010 at 9:06 am

    Yay for pumpkin oats! I’m going to try them this week 🙂 So excited!

    It is ca-RAZY how many different professional opinions there are about diet. Which makes me skeptical about ALL OF THEM! But vegetables, fruits, real foods–I can get behind those. But I’m not giving up my cookies 😉

    Reply
  26. Katharine says

    February 9, 2010 at 9:07 am

    That looks absolutely delish! (Again.)

    Reply
  27. Sarah @ The Foodie Diaries says

    February 9, 2010 at 9:09 am

    i am in pumpkin-rationing mode, and your breakfast is tempting me to break into the libby’s stash!

    Reply
  28. rustique says

    February 9, 2010 at 9:09 am

    Beautiful pumpkin oatmeal! I always fail when I add the cottage cheese–what’s your secret?

    I think the points you highlighted are the base for any healthy diet, and then what we chose to focus on from there (protein, whole grains, healthy fats) really depends a lot on our fitness goals, genetics, and lifestyle. I know I feel much better on a higher fat and higher protein diet with a judicious amount of healthy carbs. Regardless, I love vegetables.

    Reply
    • Kath says

      February 9, 2010 at 8:13 pm

      I use Organic Valley 2% and stir it in at the end. What do you mean you “fail?”

      Reply
  29. Cait (Cait's Plate) says

    February 9, 2010 at 9:17 am

    Ugh – I LOOOOVE those pumpkin oats. And that bowl. They get me every time 🙂

    Thanks for the birthday message!!

    Have a happy Tuesday and stay dry!!

    Reply
  30. Laura [Real Meal Steal] says

    February 9, 2010 at 9:23 am

    Cool! Thanks for sharing these podcasts. I’ll have to check them out and add them to my morning commute too! Keep up the good blogging during your very busy schedule! 😀

    Reply
  31. Freya @ foodfitnessandfreya.wordpress.com says

    February 9, 2010 at 9:28 am

    OoohI can’t wait to listen to some of those podcasts – I love hearing about all that stuff. I competely agree with what Rustique said – it’s like there’s a basic building block of what we should eat, and then the proportions of those foods change from individual. I personally find high protein works for me, but I know other people who prefer high fat, or high carb – we’re all still healthy tho!
    You inspired me this morning with my oats – I had 5 toppings on, instead of two!! Your oats look amaze as always 🙂 Have a great day! (It’s worht running late to get the good old oats in I reckon :p)

    Reply
  32. Allie (Live Laugh Eat) says

    February 9, 2010 at 9:33 am

    Your coffee looks like a map of the US!!!!

    Reply
  33. Cyclist Kate says

    February 9, 2010 at 9:34 am

    After being pulled in every direction by all of the various nutrition advice out there, I came to the same realization as you a couple of years ago: essentially, one of the few things that we know for sure is that fruits and vegetables are good for you, so eat a lot of them. Beyond that, I’ve had to figure out what works for me. So as much as I appreciate and am fascinated by nutrition research, I take things with a grain of salt these days.

    Reply
  34. Katie@ Two Lives, One Lifestyle says

    February 9, 2010 at 9:38 am

    Thanks for the synopsis points- It gets so confusing with so many people saying their way is the best and only way. Some days, I eat mostly vegetarian, other days, I have lots of meat, sometimes it’s more carbs. Variety and balance.

    Reply
  35. Jenn (www. j3nn.net ) says

    February 9, 2010 at 9:44 am

    Love that bowl!

    Too many experts, with too many opinions. As long as you’re staying active and eating real food (most of the time!), it’s really quite simple. I just look to my elders and others who have lived long, healthy lives for words of wisdom, then improve on it if possible. 😀 There’s nothing better than observing experience for guidance!

    Jenn

    Reply
  36. Meg says

    February 9, 2010 at 9:47 am

    Oats are totally worth being late, in my opinion. I’m sure you’d agree! 😉

    Thanks for the information and resources – I’m snowed in here in Maryland, so that’ll be a great thing for me to check out today!

    Have a great Tuesday 🙂

    Reply
  37. Sarena (The Non-Dairy Queen) says

    February 9, 2010 at 9:48 am

    YUM, pumpkin oats! My absolute favorite!

    As for nutrition, I am definitely of the opinion that everyone is made different so it is not a “one size fits all” kinda thing. Genetics, environment, the list could go on as to what influences what is right for people in the way of nutrition. I agree with the basics, but I think you have to find what works for you and your body as far as protein, fats and carbs.

    Reply
  38. Beth @ DiningAndDishing says

    February 9, 2010 at 9:50 am

    I never add salt to my oats but perhaps I’ll give it a shot. How does it alter the flavor?

    Reply
  39. Nutritious Foodie says

    February 9, 2010 at 9:53 am

    I would consider being late to work for my oats… specially if iti s Pumpkin oats 🙂

    Have a great day!

    Reply
  40. skinnyrunner says

    February 9, 2010 at 9:57 am

    so thats your favorite combo huh? ive been wondering what is…

    Reply
  41. Jessie (Vegan-minded) says

    February 9, 2010 at 10:15 am

    Yum, that oatmeal looks perfect! The trio of butters sounds delicious together. 🙂

    Reply
  42. Jil says

    February 9, 2010 at 10:22 am

    Love that bowl. 🙂

    Reply
  43. Teri [a foodie stays fit] says

    February 9, 2010 at 10:26 am

    That is quite the bowl of oats! Yum!

    It’s raining in Charlotte?? I’m jealous – we were supposed to get rain in Winston but nothing yet! Where did you get your cute coffee cup? Anthropologie?

    Reply
    • Kath says

      February 9, 2010 at 8:14 pm

      It wasn’t quite raining when I left 🙂 And yep to the mug.

      Reply
  44. [email protected] says

    February 9, 2010 at 10:30 am

    I will definitely be listening to those podcasts! Thanks for the link!

    Reply
  45. Heather says

    February 9, 2010 at 10:35 am

    It’s rainy here too, yuck!
    I was really craving a smoothie this morning and had no time, but I made one anyway and was running late haha!

    Reply
  46. Cynthia (It All Changes) says

    February 9, 2010 at 10:39 am

    Even though I’m not in the nutrition field or medical field I love reading or listening to things on the topics. It helps me feel more informed when making decisions.

    Reply
  47. Paige(Running Around Normal) says

    February 9, 2010 at 10:40 am

    So jealous you are able to get pumpkin! I can’t find it at ANY grocery stores in my town. Oats look good and worth it 😀

    Reply
  48. Heather (Heather's Dish) says

    February 9, 2010 at 10:40 am

    those 4 points are great things to agree on! thanks for the links, i’ll be listening today 🙂

    Reply
  49. Allison K says

    February 9, 2010 at 10:40 am

    I need to get some podcasts that I can listen to at work!

    Reply
  50. Janna (Just Flourishing) says

    February 9, 2010 at 10:53 am

    Thanks for the links! I will definitely have to start listening to some of those podcasts on the go!

    Reply
  51. Lynna says

    February 9, 2010 at 11:04 am

    Thanks for posting those Nutrition links. I’ve been toying with the idea of becoming and R.D. or nutritionist (I recently graduated college, but with a totally unrelated degree) so I’m definitely going to download some of those podcasts and check out that website. I’m hoping something will help make my decision easier!

    Thanks again!

    Reply
  52. Michelle O says

    February 9, 2010 at 11:06 am

    hey as someone who has worked in a “healthy” cafeteria, and as a nutritiony person in general, how do you feel about michelle obama’s new anti-obesity plan? i think it sounds great! (although seeing a whip-smart lawyer lady reduced to planting vegetables and wearing j crew is a disappointment for feminists….but that’s another story)

    Reply
    • JessicaE says

      February 9, 2010 at 3:16 pm

      Perhaps it isn’t a disappointment to Mrs. Obama…..

      Isn’t part of feminism having the wonderful CHOICE of either working as a lawyer or being a mother and wearing j crew? How about both? Feminism is to me about celebrating women and all their amazing talents and them having the choice to do whatever is best for them!

      Reply
    • Kath says

      February 9, 2010 at 8:14 pm

      To be honest I’m so not up with the news these days…

      Reply
  53. Ally (Exercise and Pies) says

    February 9, 2010 at 11:06 am

    Your oats always look so pretty!

    Glad you’re enjoying your podcasts so much 🙂

    Reply
  54. amanda says

    February 9, 2010 at 11:11 am

    I made some pumpkin oatmeal last night and it really does hit the spot. Yum!

    Reply
  55. Shana says

    February 9, 2010 at 11:13 am

    All of the observations you’ve drawn from your podcasts are the exact points Michael Pollan makes in “In Defense of Food.” I’m not sure if you’ve read it, but if not, it’s definitely worth checking out!

    Reply
    • Kath says

      February 9, 2010 at 8:15 pm

      I have and loved it!

      Reply
  56. Stacey says

    February 9, 2010 at 11:17 am

    I love RD411! My teacher sent me the website last semester and I’ve seen a few diet tech jobs on there that were really tempting to apply to! Just gotta wait till I graduate 😉 The site is soo full of useful information, and being the nutrition dork I am, I could sit around all day and read about what the latest in nutrition is…have a happy tuesday!

    Reply
  57. Erin says

    February 9, 2010 at 11:18 am

    That tiltled bowl is terrif!

    Reply
  58. Rose says

    February 9, 2010 at 11:22 am

    I’m in love with that bowl!

    Reply
  59. Julie @SavvyEats says

    February 9, 2010 at 11:41 am

    Yay, more new podcasts to check out! I prefer to run listening to podcasts over music, so I can’t wait to check some of these out!

    Reply
  60. Cole says

    February 9, 2010 at 11:46 am

    Rainy Tuesdays are less than fun!

    Reply
  61. Lauren says

    February 9, 2010 at 12:48 pm

    I’m trying to finish up a longgg audiobook right now, but after that I think I’m going to look up some nutrition podcasts for my ride to and from school. 🙂

    Reply
  62. Katie says

    February 9, 2010 at 12:50 pm

    Thank you so much for the podcast suggestions! I’ve been looking for some to download.

    Reply
  63. Jessica @ The Process of Healing says

    February 9, 2010 at 12:56 pm

    Interesting podcasts. They are always changing their minds so I never know what to believe… well I know what I believe, all things in moderation and a balance, but scientifically… will they ever come to a consensus? Me thinks no.

    Reply
  64. lynn (The Actors Diet) says

    February 9, 2010 at 2:04 pm

    thanks for the nutrition links! always looking for new podcasts for when i walk and sit in traffic.

    Reply
  65. Hannah says

    February 9, 2010 at 2:05 pm

    Kath, will you write an oatmeal recipe book? Please? Please please?

    Reply
  66. Kristilyn (My 29th Year) says

    February 9, 2010 at 2:56 pm

    Yum! Your oats look delicious! I just picked up some Cacao Bliss today and can’t wait to try it – maybe with some pumpkin oats!

    K

    Reply
  67. The Brunette says

    February 9, 2010 at 3:45 pm

    AHHH, so jealous that they’re still stocking canned pumpkin in your area!

    Reply
  68. Mel says

    February 9, 2010 at 5:41 pm

    The link “dishing up wellness” is amazing! Thank you so much for passing that on. So much good information from real down to earth people.

    Reply
  69. Amy says

    February 9, 2010 at 6:27 pm

    LOVE your analysis of the suggestions of the RDs and MDs!

    Reply
  70. Nicole says

    February 9, 2010 at 6:59 pm

    Hey Kath!

    Thanks for giving us some podcast ideas. I’ve been wanting to listen to more that were geared toward nutrition, so your little list will help me. 🙂

    Also…OH MY GOD. I ordered the Naturally Nutty Butter Toffee PB from your OpenSky store recently after you made it sound so appetizing! Hubs and I got it tonight and couldn’t wait to try it, so we put a little bit on a piece of Ezekiel bread and went to town.

    HOLY. YUM.

    Everyone should buy that stuff! Fabulous! 🙂

    Reply
    • Kath says

      February 9, 2010 at 8:15 pm

      SO GLAD!

      Reply
  71. Carrie says

    February 9, 2010 at 7:07 pm

    Great podcast suggestions, I’ll check them out! Someone else mentioned the Nutrition Diva podcasts which I really like, too. The lady who does that one has an M.S. in Nutrition and she seems really up to date on research.

    Reply
  72. Alice says

    February 9, 2010 at 11:03 pm

    WOW pumpkin in porridge!!!
    OMG how have I not done this yet? my two favourite foods combined into one meal!!!
    Thankyou Kath! Will be trying this ASAP!!!
    😀
    Alice
    xx

    Reply
  73. Suzanne says

    February 10, 2010 at 1:38 pm

    Is it weird that I NEVER put salt in my oatmeal? I try to eat a low sodium diet most of the time though, so I really taste salt when it’s in stuff.

    Reply
  74. Parisa says

    February 13, 2010 at 12:09 am

    I just found your blog and I’m hooked! I got my associates degree in nutrition and I work at a nursing and rehab center. Going back to school to be an RD. It’s so exciting to be able to relate to all of the things you are doing in school! 🙂

    Reply
    • Kath says

      February 13, 2010 at 7:40 am

      Welcome!!

      Reply

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