Cool Reads

It seems like everyone is trying to drop some poundage these days, and there is no shortage of reading material online to help a sister out.

My mom forwarded me the following link: http://eatthis.menshealth.com/menu-decoder/
Granted, its from Men's Health magazine, but it does have some great tips on what you should be ordering (and avoiding) in pretty much every type of restaurant out there. Its not realistic to think I'll NEVER eat out again, so some guidance for all types of cuisine is super helpful. Thanks Joj!

Yelp also has some really good Talk threads going about healthy snacks, lunches and recipes.
http://www.yelp.com/topic/evanston-bring-your-lunch-from-home---need-ideas
http://www.yelp.com/topic/chicago-healthy-snacks-minimal-preparation
http://www.yelp.com/topic/chicago-the-healthy-tips-and-recipes-exchange-thread

My friend Sarah shares some GREAT lunch ideas (when I'm off the caveman diet) that I can't wait to try. XOXO Sarah!

Also - If you've been reading my blog, you know I have a partner in crime, Mandi, who is losing weight and training with me. She started her own weight loss blog, too.
http://mybigfatblogchicago.blogspot.com/

Now, for MY favorite healthy meal: The illustrious lettuce wrap. I take big leaves of iceberg lettuce and set them aside. Then, in a small bowl, I mix up some shredded lettuce or mixed field greens, shredded chicken, red peppers and mushrooms. Then I make a vinaigrette of red wine vinegar, olive oil, a touch of mustard (to help emulsify) and salt & pepper. I mix up the filling and stuff it into the lettuce leaves. Voila! Healthy (and caveman diet friendly) sandwiches!