My Afflation

I keep winning things that are good for me.   It started with the Borders Android app (ok, not a win, but the free books were available only for a short time). One of the free books was Jillian Michael's Master Your Metabolism . That got me to buy the related cookbook and also Eat to Live . Both of which I am still working through.   Then I entered a Klout Perk and received a Southland jacket - perfect for walking/running in. In the last month I have won a bag of Coach's Oats, just by entering a contest on Facebook and a Tribal Dance DVD from Mamavation from the blogging carnival (can't wait until I can actually participate in Mamavation TV) and another sample of Coach's Oats. I think the universe wants me to eat more oatmeal too....     Related articles Don't Irk The Influencers: The Power of Klout (compete.com) Oatmeal Month Roundup ( www.coachsoatsblog.com/ Mamavation Monday: Maintaining and Wellness (annetteholland.com)  

Tweet We all know fiber is good to "keep things moving" and this does help with weight loss, especially if you are carrying around a bunch of junk that calls for a colon cleanse . Along with water, the proper amount of fiber cleanses you and -- at least in my case -- helps me lose some of my belly fat, or at least the appearance of it. Since I have started eating as much fruit as I encourage my children to eat as snacks instead of sugary ones (mid-day office slump anyone?), I have had a smaller muffin top. And better fitting work clothes, not to mention the occasional appreciative look from my boyfriend.  I just have to remember to rein in my enthusiasm for fruits and veggies. Some days I look like the Michelin Man -- all round and not at all the hour-glass shape I am striving for due to gas build-up. That's something you need to keep in mind if you are trying to up your fiber intake to the recommended 25-35 grams/day  - increase gradually or you may give up due to di...