http://justeatsmart.com Life in My Words Fri, 26 Feb 2010 03:14:13 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Slap Chop promises that "you're gonna be in a great mood all day because you're gonna be slapping your troubles away." It's true. It made me happy. I loved it! The Slap Chop's rotating blades easily dispatch potatoes, nuts, cookies and tuna. Unlike other similar tools, the Slap Chop opens butterfly-style ... http://justeatsmart.com/2010/02/the-slap-chop%e2%80%94-love-that-2-24-10/ First Lady Michelle Obama officially kicked off a national campaign to combat childhood obesity on Tuesday, February 9, 2010 in Washington D.C. Dubbed "Let's Move," the project also received a presidential nod of support, to be backed up with as much as $1 billion a year in federal funds ... http://justeatsmart.com/2010/02/lets-move/ Originally posted on February 14, 2009 The pressure is on. It's the big “V” day. Not vagina day, though it might as well be called that because it’s all about the women. It is perhaps the most dangerous day for any man in a relationship: Yes, it’s Valentine’s day, the day ... http://justeatsmart.com/2010/02/get-rid-of-valentines-day-cupid-is-stupid/ A guy rings his boss and says "I can't come to work today." The boss asks why and the guy says "it's my eyes." "What's wrong with your eyes?" asks the boss. "I just can't see myself coming to work, so I'm going fishing instead..." A plethora of recent studies continue ... http://justeatsmart.com/2010/02/omega-3-fatty-acids-%e2%80%94-friday-fun-facts-2-12-10/ I {heart} you Mac n' Cheese. Thank you for making my life complete. ***The Ingredients*** Mac n' Cheese 4 cups Dried Macaroni ¼ cups (1/2 Stick Or 4 Tablespoons) Butter ¼ cups All-purpose Flour 2-½ cups Whole Milk 2 teaspoons (heaping) Dry Mustard, More If Desired 1 whole Egg Beaten 1 pound Cheese, Grated ½ teaspoons Salt, More ... http://justeatsmart.com/2010/02/mac-n-cheese-a-smart-love-affair/ As if. As if you were sitting around asking just that question. Boosting the metabolism is the holy grail of weight watchers everywhere, but how fast your body burns calories depends on several factors. Some people inherit a speedy metabolism. Not me, and my existent mini-muffin top is proof. Men tend ... http://justeatsmart.com/2010/02/5-ways-to-boost-your-metabolism/ Wikipedia: mi·mo·sa - noun A Mimosa is a cocktail-like drink composed of three parts champagne or other sparkling wine and two parts thoroughly chilled orange juice. It is traditionally served in a tall champagne flute with a morning brunch or to guests at weddings. Just Eat Smart: mi·mo·sa - noun A ... http://justeatsmart.com/2010/01/mimosa-no-orange-juice-for-me-please/ 1. Photographing my cats. Yes, I know — weird. 2. Flannel. Wear with clear heels and you will suddenly feel much sexier. Just don't tell anyone. 3. Don't diet. Ever. I hate “no”. I get rebellious, and I really don’t like challenging myself to stay away from Buttercup Bakery. ... http://justeatsmart.com/2010/01/5-things-that-make-me-feel-good-right-now/ Let's get right to it: Do not eat the Baconator. Now, I know that you're probably thinking exactly what I did: what could be so wrong with two fatty hamburger patties, two cheese slices, cheese sauce, mayonnaise, and 6 (count 'em 6) slices of bacon? The answer is nothing, nothing ... http://justeatsmart.com/2010/01/3680/ You might be wondering why I am working on this long weekend. Let me tell you, bloggers work all the time, weekends and holidays. What you didn't stop to think about is that bloggers can work from anywhere: a cafe, the beach, from home in their dirty, three ... http://justeatsmart.com/2010/01/oreo-pie-light-and-fluffy/