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!
Megan (The Runner's Kitchen) says
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?
Sarah @ THE FOODIE DIARIES says
that sweet carrot salad closely resembles the WF version. hopefully it was as delicious!
Jessica @ How Sweet says
I didn’t no either that the Vit D only happened mostly between 11-2! Interesting. Did they recommend a supplement?
Heather @ Health, Happiness, and Hope says
Such neat info! Glad you’re enjoying the presentations!
Julie @ Peanut Butter Fingers says
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!
Lauren @ Eater not a runner says
That is really interesting about the vitamin D. I thought if you were in the sun at all it helped!
The Paris Food Blague says
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
Kath says
Well I wouldn’t buy reduced fat cheese, but it’s a fun snack when it’s free.
Freya @ Brit Chick Runs says
OOhh vegetable crisps are one of my favourite foods!!
I vote you go back for a second helping 😛
Estela @ Weekly bite says
RD conferences always have the best food 🙂
Jessica @ The Process of Healing says
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..
Shannon (The Daily Balance) says
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 😉
Sarena (The Non-Dairy Queen) says
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!
Allison (Eat Clean Live Green) says
All of Canada must be Vit D deficient! 🙁 Do you reccomend taking a supplement then?
Christie @ Honoring Health says
Very interesting info about vitamin D, I had no idea.
Hannah says
Oooh, I love terra chips! still, I can’t wait to get home after travelling and finally make kale chips…
Greg's Free Weight Loss Newsletter says
No onions 🙁
Heather (Heather's Dish) says
yum, that lunch sounds WAY better than what i’m going to be eating today 🙂 terra chips are SO GOOD!
Jenn (www. j3nn.net ) says
Oooh that wrap looks delish! 😀
Jenn
Mara @ What's For Dinner? says
That makes complete sense why I’m so worn out every winter… it’s super dark here most of the winter!
emily @ random me emily says
Omg. I hate oatmeal for lunch and would have much rathered that YUMMY wrap. I am a hummus o holic!
emily @ random me emily says
lol hate = ate* woops! because i actually do LOVE oatmeal… mmm.
Jil says
Looks like a fun, full and yummy day so far!
Danielle (Coffee Run) says
That’s interesting about vitamin D and the time of day- I didn’t know that!
What’s wrong with onions? 😉
[email protected] says
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!
[email protected]://stacey-healthylife.blogspot.com/ says
Looks like a tasty lunch and a very interesting presentation.
Megan (bites of the apple) says
Who took that picture of you doign yoga?!
Kath says
My friends!
Biz says
I love the 75% reduced fat Cabot cheddar cheese – totally worth the price!
Lisa @bakebikeblog says
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!!
Larissa H says
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. 🙂
Kath says
I recorded it!
Whitney says
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!
Lana says
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?
🙂 Thanks!
Melissa says
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)
Lana says
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. 😉
Kath says
Lana,
I’m not a doctor so I can’t really recommend anything. But fluids and rest are what I’ve heard for years.
Nicole, RD says
I love conferences too…half day ones, anyways! I can hardly stand sitting all day. The lunch looks wonderful!
Cynthia (It All Changes) says
Yoga stretches are great for long days at conferences. Loosens me right up.
Rachel says
Now, that’s more like the food I would expect at a dietetics conference 🙂 That wrap looks delish. Glad you are enjoying your day!
Cassie @ A Very Busy Mind says
OK that conference legit sounds cool/fun/interesting.
Does that make me a nerd? I don’t care.
Melissa says
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.
[email protected] lady says
mmmm that wrap looks so good!!
Kath says
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!
Heather says
lunch spread looks nice!
Michelle @ G(Y)G says
MmMmMmMm your lunch looks so good.
Ally says
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! 🙂
kalli says
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?
Kath says
No. I just think of it as being kind of empty and it loses its appeal.
La says
Elevensies. I love what a hobbit you are!