Reef Indy spends some time at Oma & Opa's Home.

Post by ZMom Smith.

Mom and Dad get a date night; dinner and a padre game. Oma and Opa get Reef Indy-Yeah!

It was an interesting time:

1. Escondido Heat Wave with temputures in the really high 90s 
2. Electricity Outage in the middle of the day 
3. A indoor Ant invasion. 

Nevertheless, Reef Indy did great. This was also Opa's last day at work. After a week long vacation, Opa would be officially retired . . . again.

Oh yeah . . . The Padres lost to the Philadelphia Phillies 5 - 2.

Passion Fruit Day 17

A Different Fruit A Day Personal Health Challenge

The passion fruit is a vigorous, climbing vine that clings by tendrils to almost any support. It can grow 15 to 20 ft. per year once established and must have strong support. It is generally short-lived (5 to 7 years).

When Oma opened her passion fruit, she was pretty disappointed. The inside of the tough outer shell was almost empty. This would help explain the low 17 calories per fruit. Nevertheless the contents were surprisingly pleasing; both sweet yet tangy.

While purple passion fruit is high in vitamin C, riboflavin, vitamin B2 and copper; yellow passion fruit generally has a higher nutritional value and contains alpha-carotene. The pulp of the purple is less acid, richer in aroma and flavor, and has a higher proportion of juice (35-38%).

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Corn Day 16

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This one was a surprise to Oma - Corn kernels are technically fruits. Corn is a grain, and all grains are fruit. Corn is a healthy grain to consume. It is actually a compound of carbohydrates that is rich in vitamin C and dietary fibers, called pericarps. The kernel of the corn is a huge storehouse of a large amount of proteins and starch.

Corn will improve blood pressure, is rich in antioxidants, good for your eyes and alleviates constipation.  An ear of corn is approximately 74 calories.

GMO Warning: Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are becoming more and more prominent in today’s marketplace, so it is important to understand what they are and some of the issues they raise. A GMO plant has been genetically altered using genetic engineering techniques, and is commonly found in crops such as corn, soybeans, cotton and canola.

In general, these plants are modified to express a resistance to herbicide, which can be beneficial to farmers, allowing for less work so more crops can be harvested. As of 2006, there were 102 million hectares of GM crops worldwide, and that number has only increased, with a 10% jump from 2007 to 2008 alone. In fact, the United States alone recently neared 60 million hectacres (1).

Be sure to research the GMO Controversy so that you can make an informed decision.

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Blueberries Day 15

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Oma likes to start the day with a fruit salad with a bit of cereal sprinkled over it -LOL. Pictured above is the start of Oma's breakfast; banana slices, strawberries and blueberries.  Then the bowl is topped off with some coconut flakes and just a few pinches of cereal.

In terms of U.S. fruit consumption, blueberries rank only second to strawberries in popularity of berries. After many years of research on blueberry antioxidants and their potential benefits for the nervous system and for brain health, there is exciting new evidence that blueberries can improve memory. This little super-fruit also packs a serious punch as an antioxidant powerhouse and a disease fighter, among its many other health benefits.

The taste and texture of the blueberry are not Oma's favorite - however, it is an awesome fruit to add to our daily juice as well.

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Garcinia Cambogia Supplement Review #AmazonPromo

The interest in Garcinia Cambogia was sparked by its appearance on the Dr Oz show, where it was touted as a “revolutionary fat buster” as well as an “exciting breakthrough” in natural weight loss. Garcinia Cambogia extract referred to as hydroxycitric acid, HCA or Citrimax. I

t’s a supplement derived from the fruit rinds of an Indian plant called Garcinia Cambogia. This fruit is used in Asian cuisine to make meals more filling.

Vita Optimum is committed to providing each customer with the highest standard of customer service.

Their philosophy and mission can be condensed down to 3 things:

• Pure
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• Verified

Oma is thrilled that this product does not contain any fillers, binders, preservatives or artificial ingredients. Oma has been using the product as directed, careful not to exceed the recommended dose of capsules, three times a day before meals accompanied with an eight ounce glass of water.

While Oma has not lost any weight, Vita Optimum Garcinia Cambogia has had a positive effect on Oma’s appetite. It makes it easier to make healthy food choices while curbing craving and hunger.

While not sure how it will affect weight loss, Oma will continue to take the regular daily dose of Vita Optimum Garcinia Cambogia and re-evaluate after the bottle has been emptied. The capsules are easy to swallow and does not give Oma that jittery – caffeine feeling. 

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Dark Chocolate Strawberry Halves Day 14

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Oma was not feeling well today. Not sure what was wrong . . . symptoms consisted solely of Oma being very tired! However, that does not mean that Oma could not continue with her “New Fruit a Day” Project.

Since Oma was drained and not very hungry, a little creativeness was required. Luckily, Dole Frozen Strawberries reside in Oma’s freezer. Oma loves how the dark chocolate blends with the strawberry halves!

Technically, the strawberry is an aggregate accessory fruit, meaning that the fleshy part is derived not from the plant's ovaries but from the receptacle that holds the ovaries. Nevertheless compared to fruits like apples, oranges or bananas, strawberries have the highest amount of nutrients.

Health Benefits of Strawberries

• Helps burn stored fat
• Boost short term memory
• Low in Calories – High in Fiber
• Ease Inflammation
• Lower cardiovascular disease
• Promote bone health
• Prevent oesophageal cancer
• Anti-aging properties
• Good for weight loss
• Promote eye health

One cup of Strawberries contains only 54 calories.

DOLE Strawberry Dippers are fresh frozen strawberry halves covered in dark chocolate. Each individual pack contains 4 halves, and are only 60 calories per pack! Oma simply pulled a pack from her freezer and enjoy her healthy fruit of the day!

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Mighty Pops by Sunsella Set of 6 Silicone Ice Pop Molds Review

The Sunsella Mighty Pops popsicle molds are a 6-mold set for making frozen popsicles. Each mold and cap set is a different color, and includes a cover. The molds are easy to use and you can make your own healthy popsicle snacks using juice!

Product Description

Set of 6 Ice Pop Maker Molds, BPA Free Silicone Popsicle Molds - 100% Money-back Lifetime Guarantee! - Make Your Own Healthy, Tasty & Refreshing Homemade Ice Lolly Treats - Assorted Colors, Durable, Easy to Wash, Quick Freeze Design, No Mess, Dishwasher Safe, Meets All FDA Standards. Comes with a free "50 Ice Pop Recipes" ebook.

Oma is very concerned about giving kids snacks filled with unhealthy ingredients like High-fructose corn syrup and Hydrogenated Oils. The Silicone Ice Pop Molds let Oma chose the ingredients! To top it off, they are both dishwasher safe and BPA-free!  The Silicone Ice Pop Molds are easy to use and very useful.

Your order comes with a FREE '50 ICE POP RECIPES' EBOOK (digital download) and a lifetime money back guarantee. 

The free ebook contains 50 delicious and healthy recipes specifically created by a chef for Sunsella Mighty Pops. 

Each recipe even outlines all of the health benefits of the ingredients! #sunsellamightypops

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