Weighing In - Fall 2009

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Weighing In - Fall 2009
by Christina Lawrence, Program Operations Specialist
October 1st, 2009
 Letter from the Director
This September, HMR will roll out three deliciously different HMR Entrees, giving you even more options for your weight management. Rich, flavorful, filling, and just 210 - 250 calories. Try them all to find some new favorites!

Beef Stroganoff with Noodles
Strips of seasoned lean beef, egg noodles, and mushrooms in a flavorful cream sauce.
Calories: 250
Protein: 21g
Fat: 8g
Beef Pot Roast with Vegetables and Gravy
Just like a “traditional Sunday dinner,” with tender cuts of beef with potatoes, carrots, and green beans in a robust gravy.
Calories: 210
Protein: 21g
Fat: 6g
Pasta Fagioli (Vegetarian)
A traditional, hearty mix of penne pasta, beans, carrots, and tomatoes in a savory brown sauce.
Calories: 210
Protein: 14g
Fat: 8g

Of course, all of these entrees mix beautifully with any of your favorite vegetables, or with other HMR Entrees. With the addition of this tantalizing trio, there are now 14 delicious HMR Entrees to choose from.
For more detailed nutrition information, or to give them a try, call or stop by today!


Sandy Gothard, RN, MSN, CNOR
Program Director

News from the Gap

This feature of the newsletter highlights some of the outrageous calorie examples confronting us today.  Although The Gap makes weight and health management more challenging, the support of the HMR Program can help you to achieve your goals in the face of these obstacles.

According to the Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI), restaurants are now serving ever-larger portions of food to entice customers to start eating out again. According to CSPI’s chief nutritionist, “It used to be you got a single entree, and now in some cases, you’re getting three entrees on your plate.” Their list of “Extreme Eating 2009” included entrees that were not only extremely high in calories, but had more saturated fat and sodium than most people should eat in three days!

Some examples included The Cheesecake Factory’s Fried Macaroni and Cheese (1,570 calories), Philly Style Flat Iron Steak with Fries (2,320 calories) or Chicken and Biscuits (2,800 calories) and Applebees’ Quesadilla Burger with Fries (1,820 calories). Although these examples are extreme, the nutritionist noted, “That’s the point. The typical restaurant entree, appetizer and dessert contain about 1,000 calories apiece.” Even though you may get a lot of food for your dollar, the cost to your health is probably not worth it!

 

Quick Tip
Hope for the Holidays (Hint: It’s “In the Box!”)

Staying on the diet can be especially challenging during this time of year. It’s easy to see how “just one little bite” of a high-calorie treat can lead to another… and another… and another. And before you know it, you could be gaining weight.

The best way to avoid any weight gain this holiday season is to stay full on HMR meal replacements and fruits and vegetables (if they’re on your diet plan) so that you can stay “In the Box.” By doing this, you can:

  • Protect the weight you have already lost
  • Maintain weight-loss momentum
  • Reach your goals faster
  • Reduce the chance of eating weight gain foods

Don’t let the holidays get in the way of your weight-loss progress. During this season, keep in mind all of your reasons for wanting to lose weight. Experiencing success on the diet and getting closer to your goals may be the best gift you can get this season.

P.s. If you’re craving something sweet, whip up an ultra-rich HMR 70 Plus Chocolate Pudding, or a filling Black Forest Shake with an HMR Chocolate Shake and frozen cherries.
 

 

Lose Weight Now, Save Money Now

Nobody wants to spend extra money right now. However, did you know that you could fill up on HMR diet foods each day for less than the cost of one restaurant meal? Since HMR foods are used in place of other (more expensive) meals and snacks you’re buying, you’ll end up spending less, while getting all the benefits of losing weight and getting healthier.

Plus, there’s the potential medication cost savings you could get as a result of losing weight. One HMR study of 118 patients who lost over 100 pounds showed that all patients were able to reduce their medications. Another HMR patient in Kentucky figured he’s saving over $3,500 a year on prescriptions since losing 125 pounds with HMR. (That includes savings on insulin…since he no longer needs it!)

There are so many ways we can help you look and feel your best for the holiday season. Our doors are always open for you!

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Featured Recipe
Winning Winter Vegetables

What’s better in winter than warm, satisfying, hearty meals? Prepare guiltless, “In the Box” comfort foods with new HMR Entrees and winter vegetables. Try these seasonal vegetable pairings:Don’t stop here. Try your own combos with fresh, frozen or canned vegetables.

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