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You are here: Home / Weekend / Just Another Day In [Food] Paradise

March 3, 2010

Just Another Day In [Food] Paradise

Howdy!

My this day is flying by. So is this WEEK! I thought it was Monday morning earlier!! Woo hoo Wednesday!

Here’s my set-up at the health fair, which was at a campus of the community college here in Charlotte. We didn’t have a ton of people come by, but the few that did were fun to chat with. Did I mention I like talking to people!?!? I hope I got through to one girl who was feeling very lost about healthy eating. I gave her the “eat real food” speech and lots of tips to fit with her lifestyle and based on the veggies she said she liked. Hope she’s successful!

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Ever wondered what 5 pounds of fat look like!? Yummy!

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Back at my desk now munching on this great fresh lunch.

The usual – an easy-peasy salad. I like to have a fruit, a veg and either a yogurt or a sandwich in my lunches 🙂

This guy is roasted vegetables on the bottom, romaine on top. And just a drizzle of olive oil.

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See all the good stuff!! All the goods are on the bottom of my bowls today!

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A new flavor of Stonyfield I picked up at EarthFare! Maple Vanilla.

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Plus a side of hemp plus 

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And some JAZZ

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Just another day in paradise…

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Hump Day Happiness!!

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  1. Sarah (OC2Seattle) says

    March 3, 2010 at 12:45 pm

    Ok, I may never eat again after seeing that 5 lbs of fat – ugh! Your set-up looks really great and I hope you helped that girl out too. Sounds like you had excellent advice to offer.

    Reply
  2. Jessica @ The Process of Healing says

    March 3, 2010 at 12:52 pm

    That flavor of yogurt sounds fabulous!!!!

    And I have to say, you have really influenced my eating. Your blog was the first I started to read (after finding it through a comment you left on Eat Like Me) and you really inspired me. I was probably like that girl you tried to help at that time, eating foods that were “low cal” or “low fat” and super processed. You showed me how to eat balanced meals, whole foods, and about moderation. So thank you 🙂

    Reply
    • Kath says

      March 3, 2010 at 1:15 pm

      Aww thank you so much!

      Reply
  3. Stacey says

    March 3, 2010 at 12:52 pm

    Yay! We are halfway through the week 😀 I hate it when all the good stuff goes to the bottom of my bowl…

    I love meeting new people too! We have a health fair at our college in 3 weeks and I get to run the Dietetics booth 🙂 🙂 So excited about it!

    Reply
  4. Jen says

    March 3, 2010 at 12:54 pm

    I must find that Maple Vanilla flavor immediately! Do you like it? Yum. Also, I hope you got through to that girl, too. It must be really gratifying to help people in that way.

    Reply
    • Kath says

      March 3, 2010 at 1:16 pm

      It was good, but not great.

      Reply
  5. Food Makes Fun Fuel says

    March 3, 2010 at 12:57 pm

    Ew that’s 5 pounds of fat? Visuals are so powerful

    Reply
  6. Sarah @ THE FOODIE DIARIES says

    March 3, 2010 at 12:58 pm

    looove roasted veggie salads! i need to start putting the good stuff in my bowl first because i always save it all for last anyway! haha

    Reply
  7. Dorry says

    March 3, 2010 at 12:58 pm

    Jazz apples are my absolute FAVORITE!

    Reply
  8. Karla says

    March 3, 2010 at 12:58 pm

    Eww 5lbs of fat doesn’t look very pleasant

    I love going to fairs like that! I love talking to people in that kind of situation too!

    Reply
  9. Lauren @ Eater not a runner says

    March 3, 2010 at 12:58 pm

    Maple vanilla sounds delicious! And I love your big bowl salad 🙂

    Reply
  10. Jessica @ How Sweet says

    March 3, 2010 at 1:00 pm

    I saw that yogurt at my store last night – is it good? I’m not a huge maple fan.

    Reply
    • Kath says

      March 3, 2010 at 1:16 pm

      Just OK. A bit bland.

      Reply
  11. Carrie says

    March 3, 2010 at 1:05 pm

    What are your thoughts on the amount of sugar that Stonyfield yogurts seem to have in all of their flavors? I have found that they are one of the highest in sugar for even the plain flavor. I always shy away from their flavors becuase of the sugar content. 24g seems like such a large number to me for such a small yogurt.

    Reply
    • Kath says

      March 3, 2010 at 1:17 pm

      Yes, 24 grams is a lot. That’s why I mostly eat plain yogurt. But if I’m going to eat sweetened, Stonyfield is my choice because at least it’s all natural.

      Reply
      • judy says

        March 3, 2010 at 8:12 pm

        my favorite yogurt is wallaby now. have you tried it? not as sweet and very creamy. after eating wallaby yog i can hardly eat any other.

        Reply
        • Kath says

          March 3, 2010 at 8:53 pm

          It’s not thick enough for me!

          Reply
  12. Heather @ Health, Happiness, and Hope says

    March 3, 2010 at 1:06 pm

    I’m sure you were GREAT with the people who stopped by. And loving that simple lunch!

    Reply
  13. emily says

    March 3, 2010 at 1:08 pm

    Wow that fat is really quite scary!!! Almost frightening!! You must have a super fun job because you are doing what you are passionate about! Very neat! Do you roast fresh veggies all the time or have you ever tried using frozen??

    Reply
    • Kath says

      March 3, 2010 at 1:17 pm

      I have used frozen some. Last night’s corn was frozen! But I find that the texture is just mush and they taste like freezer burn to me a lot of the time, so I use fresh whenever I can.

      Reply
  14. Brittany says

    March 3, 2010 at 1:14 pm

    I bet working the health fairs is quite fun. I think I would like it!!

    Roasted veggies are one of my favorite salad toppings.

    Reply
  15. Kath says

    March 3, 2010 at 1:14 pm

    HA – just realized I forgot to title this post!!!

    Reply
  16. Kati @ Living Well says

    March 3, 2010 at 1:16 pm

    Yummy lunch! Looks like you hit the bases. :->

    Reply
  17. Freya @ Brit Chick Runs says

    March 3, 2010 at 1:16 pm

    EW at the five pounds of fat!! That’s gross enough to make even the most hardcore fast food fan put down the burger :p
    Have a good day!

    Reply
  18. Anna @ Newlywed, Newly Veg says

    March 3, 2010 at 1:20 pm

    Ugh– that fat is pretty gross! Just another reasons to eat healthy lunches like this one!

    Reply
  19. Janet (Pantry Bites) says

    March 3, 2010 at 1:26 pm

    Hi Kath. I know exactly what that 5 pounds of fat looks like. 5 pounds may not seem like much, but when you hold that big piece of blob- you should really give yourself a pat on the back for losing the weight!

    Reply
  20. shannon (the daily balance) says

    March 3, 2010 at 1:27 pm

    great set-up! these people have no idea how lucky they are to learn from you! 😉

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

    March 3, 2010 at 1:29 pm

    I love doing the good stuff on the bottom of my salads! I did that today. Mostly since it was black bean and I heated up the beans first. Glad you had fun at the health fare. I always enjoy talking to people about healthy eating when they are truly interested!

    Reply
  22. Jil says

    March 3, 2010 at 1:33 pm

    My gym used to have a display with the “five pounds of fat” – when I think about all the weight I lost…I don’t even want to know what that would look like in gelatin/plastic form! haha

    Reply
  23. Ameena says

    March 3, 2010 at 1:35 pm

    Great set up but I have to admit I am a little bit nauseous after seeing that piece of fat. I am pretty sure that I’ll stay away from any bad foods today!

    Reply
  24. Light Delight with TouTou says

    March 3, 2010 at 1:35 pm

    5 pounds fat looks…..really scary 😀

    Reply
  25. Jean @ nomagicjeanie says

    March 3, 2010 at 1:37 pm

    I’m sure your enthusiasm for real food and healthy eating showed! 🙂 Are you able to give out your website in a setting like a health fair? What a tool for that girl if she could see your daily posts. 🙂

    That fat is amazing. I’d actually like to own one of those and keep it around as continued motivation to continue on my path to a healthier weight.

    Reply
    • Kath says

      March 3, 2010 at 8:50 pm

      Since I’m not out on my own, I don’t really feel comfortable giving out the blog address.

      Reply
  26. Christie @ Honoring Health says

    March 3, 2010 at 1:38 pm

    That piece of fat looks really interesting.

    Reply
  27. The Paris Food Blague says

    March 3, 2010 at 1:43 pm

    you make tupperware look so good
    a bientot!
    The Paris Food Blague

    Reply
  28. Ashley says

    March 3, 2010 at 1:49 pm

    The maple vanilla SF is sooooooooo tasty!!!! I rarely buy non-greek yogo anymore..but THAT is worth it 😉

    Reply
  29. Reeves Thompson says

    March 3, 2010 at 1:51 pm

    Kath,
    I am loving your website–starting visiting back in January! I have been much more aware of what I eat b/c of your posts. I love seeing your delicious, yet simple take on food. Your blog has helped me to rethink my breakfasts and lunch! I am now trying hard to “eat of the Earth” more times than not! And….a huge plus…eating so healthy has helped me to drop some of my much needed to lose baby weight! I eat oatmeal just about every morning now—and I love the variations you share….I “copy” or try a variation of them often! THANKS!!!

    Reply
    • Kath says

      March 3, 2010 at 8:50 pm

      So glad to hear it!

      Reply
  30. Suzanne says

    March 3, 2010 at 1:51 pm

    And compare that five pounds of fat to five pounds of muscle! The difference is amazing!

    Reply
  31. Allie (Live Laugh Eat) says

    March 3, 2010 at 2:00 pm

    Hmmm I expected 5 pounds to look like more! I guess it seems more on my small stature 🙂

    Reply
  32. Sarah @ LongLegsHealthyLife says

    March 3, 2010 at 2:03 pm

    Holy cow is that 5lbs of fat gross. It’s a good visual for whenever I feel myself reaching for the chips a bit too often though! Happy Hump Day!

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

    March 3, 2010 at 2:17 pm

    That pile of romaine is making me crave a Caesar salad LOL. Maple vanilla yogurt? Yum! 🙂

    Jenn

    Reply
  34. Christina@Health-Foodie says

    March 3, 2010 at 2:21 pm

    How fun! I am sure you made a great impression on that girl! 🙂

    What is that “fat” made up of? Plastic? I hope so…

    Reply
  35. Annie@stronghealthyfit says

    March 3, 2010 at 2:27 pm

    I don’t have all these new flavors of Stonyfield in my grocery stores- and I live in NH, about a 40 minute drive from where Stonyfield is based!!! What’s the deal? Anyway, I do have that hemp granola in my grocery store, and I absolutely love it.

    Reply
  36. Elizabeth (The Dallas Celiac) says

    March 3, 2010 at 2:30 pm

    Leftover roasted veggies make the BEST salads! I think yogurt + salads pair well for lunches/dinners.

    Reply
  37. skinnyrunner says

    March 3, 2010 at 2:32 pm

    that fat is disgusting!

    Reply
  38. Simply Life says

    March 3, 2010 at 2:36 pm

    another great looking lunch!…

    Reply
  39. Cyndi says

    March 3, 2010 at 2:42 pm

    I will recall the image of the fat when I am tempted to overdo it!

    I am working on losing 5 pounds – not a huge deal, but seeing that fat reminds me what I am carrying around uneccessarily everyday.

    Reply
  40. Hannah says

    March 3, 2010 at 2:44 pm

    When you help people like that girl, do you tell them about your blog? I’m sure it would help them, but I was wondering if you’re allowed to?

    Reply
    • Kath says

      March 3, 2010 at 8:50 pm

      Since I’m not out on my own, I don’t really feel comfortable giving out the blog address at this point.

      Reply
  41. Kristi says

    March 3, 2010 at 2:56 pm

    I love when all of the goodies from my salad are at the bottom of the bowl. I always always eat the boring part of the meal first and save the goods for last 🙂

    Reply
  42. Heather (Heather's Dish) says

    March 3, 2010 at 3:02 pm

    i have fallen in love…with your salad! roasted veggies are by far one of my favorite foods 🙂 just the thought makes me (and my tummy!) happy!

    Reply
  43. Kalli@Fitandfortysomething says

    March 3, 2010 at 3:12 pm

    I know this week is flying by……….!

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  44. Heather says

    March 3, 2010 at 3:17 pm

    this week really is flying by. I love talking to people about things I am passionate about, so I understand!

    Reply
  45. Allison K says

    March 3, 2010 at 3:27 pm

    Yummy roasted veggies! Kath–have you ever taken a kettlebell class? I just took one and man oh man, it was a great workout!

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    • Kath says

      March 3, 2010 at 8:51 pm

      Not yet!

      Reply
  46. Cara says

    March 3, 2010 at 3:40 pm

    Wow, that fat looks soo gross. I need to look at that every time I crave some cookies or something. kidding. mostly.

    Reply
  47. Tara says

    March 3, 2010 at 3:41 pm

    This is a HILARIOUS post about what 15 pounds looks like:
    http://hunduddlehussy.blogspot.com/2010/03/meat-in-my-draws-texas-slang-for.html

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    • Kath says

      March 3, 2010 at 8:52 pm

      That’s awesome!

      Reply
  48. Anne P says

    March 3, 2010 at 3:42 pm

    It’s so fun reading your internship posts – getting me excited to do mine in a couple years 🙂

    Reply
  49. Monica @ Musings of the Granola Girl says

    March 3, 2010 at 4:08 pm

    Wow, that fat looks absolutely disgusting, GROSS!

    fun looking lunch, though 🙂

    Reply
  50. Lisa @bakebikeblog says

    March 3, 2010 at 4:13 pm

    oooh I LOVE roasted vegies the next day…SO GOOD 🙂

    Reply
  51. jaclyn@todays lady says

    March 3, 2010 at 4:25 pm

    I must roast some veggies soon for the simple reason that I’ll have tasty leftovers!! I love that your job enables you to help so many people. How rewarding! Having a career that you have a passion for is so important!

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  52. Paige(Running Around Normal) says

    March 3, 2010 at 4:31 pm

    Sounds like you are really thriving in this environment. Good for you, Kath! So awesome.
    Your lunch looks absolutely scrumptious!

    Reply
  53. Sarah Ikegami says

    March 3, 2010 at 4:39 pm

    That 5 lbs. is so weird to look at! This puts it into perspective and motivates me to hit the gym!

    Reply
  54. christina cadden says

    March 3, 2010 at 4:46 pm

    mm, all that food looks good!

    Reply
  55. lynn (The Actors Diet) says

    March 3, 2010 at 4:53 pm

    why must they make the 5 lbs. of fat look so gross?!?!

    Reply
  56. Kristilyn (My 29th Year) says

    March 3, 2010 at 4:54 pm

    Yum! Your lunch looks really good! I never think to add my roast veggies to a salad … I like topping them with some marinara and nutritional yeast. Of course, that might explain why my lettuce always goes bad! LOL!

    Yuck on the 5lbs of fat … can you believe that’s what I’m working towards losing right now? There’s motivation in that picture!

    K

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  57. Fleur says

    March 3, 2010 at 4:57 pm

    hi kath
    great lunch! just wanted to share my great-by-accident-salad combination with you: spinach, avocado, roasted red beets, roasted yellow pepper, leftover chicken, (dressing: EVOO, lemon, seasalt, pepper, dijon, agave) soooo good!

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    • Kath says

      March 3, 2010 at 8:52 pm

      Yum!!

      Reply
  58. Katherine says

    March 3, 2010 at 5:07 pm

    Your lunch looks SO great – you have really inspired me to pack better lunches.

    I’m jealous, we don’t get any of these exciting flavors of Stonyfield in Vermont – pumpkin, maple vanilla… I can’t find them anywhere!

    Reply
  59. Jenn @ Livewellfit says

    March 3, 2010 at 5:09 pm

    Another day in food paradise! For me…that means green monster + salad with hummus + roasted veggies + sweet potatoes. My ultimate favs right now.

    Reply
  60. Katie@ Two Lives, One Lifestyle says

    March 3, 2010 at 6:03 pm

    Wow, that 5 lb piece of fat is bigger than I thought (I imagined adding it to my tummy :-P).

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  61. Heather @ Get Healthy With Heather says

    March 3, 2010 at 6:39 pm

    What a fun day! Eat real food, yes the best advice!

    Reply
  62. BroccoliHut says

    March 3, 2010 at 6:42 pm

    Haha, I had a nutrition professor who would routinely show us that 5 pound fat model–did wonders for killing my appetite…

    Reply
  63. Nicole, RD says

    March 3, 2010 at 6:45 pm

    I have that EXACT fat blob in my office! When a patient is happy with their weight loss, I hand that baby over. Works every time 🙂

    Reply
  64. Shayna @ Cuts and Curves says

    March 3, 2010 at 6:50 pm

    That 5 pound fat blob is disgusting!! It looks too big to be 5 pounds. Everything looks good though haha.

    Reply
  65. Cheryl says

    March 3, 2010 at 6:52 pm

    This is a bit off subject, but not really. I notice you eat the skin on kiwis. I regularly eat the peel on peaches. How do they compare? A little scared to try. It seems “Scratchy.”

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    • Kath says

      March 3, 2010 at 8:52 pm

      Just a little tougher, but just as tasty!

      Reply
      • Cheryl says

        March 4, 2010 at 9:01 am

        Thanks, I will try it the next time I eat a kiwi!

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  66. Jayce says

    March 3, 2010 at 6:57 pm

    Ew, that fat is gross! I remember being shown a similar thing in elementary school in some health class and being totally disgusted! Maybe kids should not see such things…

    Reply
  67. Maggie says

    March 3, 2010 at 7:34 pm

    Haha…my boyfriend’s mom used to save bacon grease and freeze it in a glass jar to show my boyfriend what fat looks like when it clogs your arteries. Now that image is imprinted in his brain!

    How do you like Earthfare? I’m a TJ’s gal myself but I’ve been wanting to try the one in Raleigh, NC, even though it’s a little drive for me.

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    • Kath says

      March 3, 2010 at 8:52 pm

      EF is great!

      Reply
  68. Tara says

    March 3, 2010 at 7:53 pm

    Everytime I see those fat things at my internship they gross me out…CRAZY!

    Reply
  69. Stacey@http://stacey-healthylife.blogspot.com/ says

    March 3, 2010 at 8:22 pm

    I like the idea of the granola in the little Tupperware. It helps with portion control and is easy to carry.

    Reply
  70. Foy Update - Cook. Garden. Write. Repeat. says

    March 3, 2010 at 11:38 pm

    One of the best ways to convince someone of a mantra or idea is have them teach that idea to someone else.

    Reply
  71. Lorin says

    March 4, 2010 at 12:13 am

    I go to school and don’t have a refridgerator to hold my food in throughout the day, my lunch is in my bag. I was wondering if it’s okay to make salad in tubberware and just put hummus on it, or we’ll that go bad for not being refridgerated for 5 hours or so?

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    • Kath says

      March 4, 2010 at 8:23 am

      I think so since hummus is not highly perishable.

      Reply
  72. Whitney says

    March 4, 2010 at 8:07 am

    Your stoney feild yogurt top has the Anti-cancer label on the top.

    I just finished reading anti-cancer in my Senior seminar class on health and well-being. It is a great book in the fact that it gives you science along with personal experience. Everything in there he says is true. I highly recommend the book. I am trying to get my parents to read it right now!

    Reply
  73. Ash @ Good Taste. Healthy Me says

    March 4, 2010 at 12:28 pm

    That fat looks totally disgusting!

    Reply

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