Lose Weight with Ruth: US Olympics Triathlon Gold Metal Winner Gwen Jorge...

Lose Weight with Ruth: US Olympics Triathlon Gold Metal Winner Gwen Jorge...: Gwen Jorgensen, Triathlon Gold Metal Winner Here is a blog from almost two y ears ago.  Congratulations are in order ! Gwen won th...

US Olympics Triathlon Gold Metal Winner Gwen Jorgensen

Gwen Jorgensen, Triathlon Gold Metal Winner

Here is a blog from almost two years ago.  Congratulations are in order! Gwen won the GOLD! - First US triathlon gold metal! This could not have happened to a nicer athlete. Go Gwen Gold!

When I was lucky enough to chat with 2012 Olympic Triathlete and 2014 World Triathlon Series World Champion, Gwen Jorgensen, I was surprised to discover that we have something in common. We both like oatmeal and were born in Wisconsin!

It was truly inspiring to talk about food and nutrition with such an accomplished athlete. Gwen’s favorite food is oatmeal with dried fruit, bananas, coconut oil and topped with poached eggs. Her favorite physical activity is an easy 6K run.

If you like to eat lots of calories, then swim, ride and run in a Triathlon! Gwen needs to consume three filling meals a day plus snacks to have enough energy for her rigorous workout schedule. She likes trying new foods and enjoys fueling her body with healthy foods. I was very fortunate to meet Gwen and am very proud and happy for her many accomplishments. She just won her 10^th straight World Triathlon Series race.

Look out Rio 2016 Olympics. Go Gwen!

Lose Weight with Ruth: Meet Ian Keiner of Peep This Out

Lose Weight with Ruth: Meet Ian Keiner of Peep This Out: Ian Keiner - Peep This Out It was fun meeting YouTube Personality, Ian Keiner of Peep This Out.   We were invited to a ...

Meet Ian Keiner of Peep This Out

Ian Keiner - Peep This Out

It was fun meeting YouTube Personality, Ian Keiner of Peep This Out.

 

We were invited to a Sriracha Social, sponsored by McDonald's of Southern California and had the opportunity to sample the new signature crafted burgers and chicken menu.

McDonalds Sriracha Chicken Sandwich

After trying the sriracha chicken sandwich (spicy for sure), Ian told me and other bloggers about the food reviews that he does for Peep This Out. Check out his successful YouTube channel. Then we had a tour of the kitchen of the McDonald's in Gardena, CA. It was interesting to see how they cook both sides of the hamburger patties at the same time, which seals in the juices.

McDonald's is going through some exciting changes. They are removing artificial preservatives, colors and flavors from the chicken McNuggets. I always wondered why artificial colors and flavors are needed. Since the same foods are served all over the world, in general, artificial colors and flavors add consistency. A Big Mac will taste the same in Nebraska as it does in Paris. Among other changes, they took out the high fructose corn syrup out of the buns and now serve chicken not treated with antibiotics. This is all due to consumer demand.

Little known fact: Ian’s favorite food is New York style pizza, and his favorite physical activity is anything cardio, such as hiking and biking. Check out his successful YouTube channel. www.youtube.com/peepthisout

Lose Weight with Ruth: Delicious Banana Nut Mug Cake for Two in Minutes

Lose Weight with Ruth: Delicious Banana Nut Mug Cake for Two in Minutes: Banana Nut Mug Cake This mug cake has a delicious flavor and can be enjoyed in minutes. Banana Nut Mug Cake for Two 4 tab...

Delicious Banana Nut Mug Cake for Two in Minutes

Banana Nut Mug Cake

This mug cake has a delicious flavor and can be enjoyed in minutes.

Banana Nut Mug Cake for Two

4 tablespoons cake flour

2 tablespoons uncooked oatmeal

4 teaspoons unpacked brown sugar

½ teaspoon cinnamon

Pinch of salt

1 tablespoon chopped walnuts

1 teaspoon baking powder

4 tablespoons mashed, ripe banana

5 tablespoons water

1 teaspoon vanilla

In a bowl, add flour, oatmeal, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt and walnuts. In another bowl, add mashed banana, water and vanilla. Add the flour mixture to the banana mixture and refrigerator for 8 minutes to allow gluten in flour to mix. Spray a large mug with cooking spray. Take banana mixture out of refrigerator and stir in baking powder. Spoon mixture into the greased mug. Microwave on high for 4 minutes. Cake should look firm on top. The bottom will look a little moist but not look raw. Enjoy warm out of the bowl. Serves 2. 188 calories

Note: Regular flour can be used. The flavor will still be delicious, but it will be a little bit tough and chewy. With the small amounts of ingredients, the measurements must be precise to maintain the proper texture. For convenience, add 4 tablespoons of mashed banana with 1 tablespoon of chopped walnuts and freeze for another cake.

Lose Weight with Ruth: Do You Have a Healthy Heart?

Lose Weight with Ruth: Do You Have a Healthy Heart?: Veggie Healthy Heart Are you taking care of your heart, so that your heart can take care of you? Enjoy the benefits with a handful of ...