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POPCORN!!!

Newman's Own Light Balsamic is so good! It has 45 cals per 2 Tbsp.

crockpot365.blogspot.com That lady can make ANYTHING in her crockpot. Seriously. I have tried so many of her recipes and I love them all. You will never get bored with her ideas.

Brown rice, red beans, and a small amount of cheddar cheese. So nutritious and so cheap. Its even cheaper if you cook your own beans!

Me! I love Billy Blanks! Have you tried "This is TaeBo"? It is my new favorite.

I love all the 10 Minute Solution Pilates DVD's.

I love to sautee eggplant (cut into chunks) garlic and onion in a little extra virgin olive oil until tender. Then add a can of diced tomatoes and heat through until everything is warm. Take the pan off the heat and throw in spinach and let it wilt. I usually mix with israeli cous cous, but it would be good with any grain…

I put fat-free refried beans into a tortilla (I like La Tortilla Factory whole wheat) with shredded cheese. Just put in the microwave for a minute or two. You can top with jalapeno slices or salsa, or even sour cream. So yummy and satisfying plus its a good source of protein and fiber. Also, whole wheat bagels with peanut…

I love to sautee eggplant (cut into chunks) garlic and onion in a little extra virgin olive oil until tender. Then add a can of diced tomatoes and heat through until everything is warm. Take the pan off the heat and throw in spinach and let it wilt. I usually mix with israeli cous cous, but it would be good with any grain…

Sweet Tomatoes (Souplantation in some areas) is a buffet-style restaurant with a HUGE salad bar and delicious home made soups. The only downside is the bread and pasta stations but while they have a lot of calories they are fresh and relatively healthy. When I go I try to fill up on soup and salad first and then have small…

I love the La Tortilla Factory wraps too! They are so delicious, are low in calories, and have tons of fiber. I eat them all the time filled with refried beans and shredded cheese. Just stick them in the microwave for a couple of minutes and you have a hot and tasty burrito that will fill you up for around 300 calories.…

allrecipes.com has a bunch of quinoa recipes. This is one of my absolute favorites: http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Quinoa-and-Black-Beans/Detail.aspx

For cakes and other baked goods you can replace oil with an equal amount of applesauce. This may slightly change the texture but its not too noticeable. I love doing this for muffins and quick breads as well as cakes.

I LOVE the 10 minute solution Pilates DVD's. My favorites are Rapid Results and Pilates Perfect Body. You can get these for less than $10 on half.com or amazon.com

Beans! You can add them to salads or have them as a side dish. Fairly low in calories, good fiber and carbohydrates. Other good sources of protein would be hard boiled eggs in your salad or having peanut butter with crackers, carrots, celery, or apples.

I am also trying to wean myself off Diet Coke. I was drinking 3-4 cans a day and realized that I just couldn't afford to do that anymore. My plan is to allow myself 1 can a day first thing in the morning. I can't imagine facing life without my morning Diet Coke. After that I am drinking homemade iced tea. So much cheaper…

melba snacks, hormel turkey pepperoni, string cheese = 190 cals 1 oz emerald cocoa roast almonds = 150 cals Clif brand z bars = about 130 cals baby carrots or an apple and 1 tablespoon peanut butter = about 200 calories

I love teh 10 minute Solutions Pilates DVD's. The best instructors are Lara Hudson and Suzanne Bowen. These DVD's are a great way to relax plus the exercises are perfect for toning and sculpting. Plus, these DVD's are cheap! Usually less than $10. Try amazon.com

1 String cheese and 1 serving of Hormel Turkey Pepperoni (about 150-200 calories) Clif Z Bars (130 calories)

I love the La Tortilla Factory Whole-Wheat tortillas. The small (taco) size has 50 cals each and the large (burrito) size has 80 cals. They have tons of fiber too. For sandwiches get the Arnold Whole Wheat Sandwich thins. They are like a thin bun that has only 100 calories.

Thomas Light Better Start English Muffin 2 Tbsp of 1/3 Less Fat Cream Cheese Tons of fiber so it keeps me feeling full and it has less than 300 calories.

Definitely go to their bulk foods aisle. You can get thinks like flour, beans, granola, etc. in any quantity that you choose. I always stock up on delicious grains like wheat berries and quinoa. They also have mixes for things like humus and falafel that are great meal ideas. The falafel is delicious. If you buy any of the…