Ideal Nutrition of Connecticut

345 North Main Street, First Floor West Hartford CT 06117 860-881-7990 Ideal Nutrition of CT welcomes you to their blog. Located in West Hartford, Connecticut, our Ideal Protein clinic is eager to join you on your weight loss journey. With the help...

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5 Motivating Monday Quotes

“Keep your eyes on the stars, and your feet on the ground.” -Teddy Roosevelt

“It’s not selfish to love yourself, take care of yourself, and to make your happiness a priority. It’s necessary.” -Mandy Hale

“When nothing is sure, everything is possible.” -Margaret Drabble

“You must tell yourself, ‘no matter how hard it is ,or how hard it gets, I’m going to make it.’“ -Les Brown

“It’s not about perfect. It’s about effort. And when you bring that effort every single day, that’s where transformation happens. That’s how change occurs.” -Jillian Michaels

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Thanks @nouriship for this awesome fall recipe. Also check out these Pumpkin Zucchini Muffins! Perfect for the season, yummy for your tastebuds, and healthy for your body. And your overflowing garden will thank you as well! #idealprotein #bellinghamhealth #bellingham #weightloss #pumpkin #zucchini #muffins #Repost @nouriship with @insta.save.repost • • •

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It's finally starting to feel like fall in West Hartford! What a beautiful autumn sunset over our medical building in #BishopsCorner yesterday evening! #idealprotein #idealproteindiet #ipdiet #proteinpals #idealproteinclinic #idealproteinweightloss #ippals #westhartford #weightlossclinic

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We love this bit of weight loss inspiration from Jillian Michaels! #idealprotein #idealproteindiet #ipdiet #proteinpals #idealproteinclinic #idealproteinweightloss #ippals #westhartford #weightlossclinic

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Learn More About the Ideal Protein Protocol - Why Do We Talk about Metabolic Syndrome?

Metabolic Syndrome, arguably the epidemic of the century, is the name given to a general disorder characterised by four symptoms: 1. Central obesity 2. Hypertension 3. Hyperlipidemia 4. Hyperglycemia One of the objectives of the Protocol is to help address the issues surrounding metabolic syndrome, a common risk factor for heart disease and diabetes. At Ideal Protein, we believe that Metabolic Syndrome is a problem caused by food (high carbohydrate intake, i.e. sugar), but the treatment is also food. When we put patients and clients on a ketogenic diet, insulin levels decrease. By keeping insulin levels low, we allow the cells to regain their sensitivity to insulin and the pancreas' production of insulin to return to normal. This has been confirmed by hundreds of before-and-after fasting insulin levels in patients or clients seen in clinics and centers that have adopted our weight loss Protocol.

via Ideal Protein

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5 Motivating Monday Quotes

“Success is not final, failure is not fatal; it is the courage to continue that counts.” -Winston Churchill

“Grow through what you go through.” -Unknown

“The surest way to lose your self-worth is by trying to find it through the eyes of others.” -Becca Lee

“Anything’s possible if you’ve got enough nerve.” -J.K. Rowling

“Failure is a bruise, not a tattoo.” -Jon Sinclair

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5 Motivating Monday Quotes

“Go as far as you can see; when you get there, you’ll be able to see further.” -Thomas Carlyle

“It’s hard to beat a person who never gives up. -Babe Ruth

“Being positive won’t guarantee you’ll succeed. But being negative will guarantee you won’t.” -Jon Gordon

“The man on top of the mountain didn’t fall there.” -Vince Lombardi

“The secret of getting ahead is getting started.” -Agatha Christie

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Happy October, Protein Pals!

October is one of our favorite months here at Ideal Nutrition of CT! Check out all of the foodie celebrations to look forward to this month! 

Apples are the first thing we think of when autumn arrives! While you can’t have apples on Phase 1 of Ideal Protein, we carry both the Apple Oatmeal and Apple & Cinnamon Soy Puffs to satisfy your taste buds. You can even make some delicious Zucchini Apple Crisp, Apple Soy Puff Cookies, or Chunky Apple Oatmeal Cookies!

Don’t get stuck in a rut wondering what to cook for youself on Ideal Protein. October is National Cookbook Month, and Ideal Nutrition carries both of Chef Verati’s cookbooks, My Ideal Recipes and Taste the Freedom (for Phase 4), at our clinic. You can also purchase Janeva Eickhoff’s popular IP cookbook HERE. Of course, if you’re more of an “online person,” we recommend following our Pinterest page at http://pinterest.com/idealnutrition.

October wouldn’t be October without pumpkins. No, unfortunately, you have to skip the pumpkin pie and Starbuck’s Pumpkin Spice Lattes, but no worries! Celebrate the first day of the month with this delicious Pumpkin Spice Latte that is Phase 1-friendly and won’t knock you off protocol! Don’t forget, you can always add Pumpkin Spice to your coffee and IP recipes, too!

It’s National Mushroom Day and Low Fat Low Carb has some delicious recipes that include mushrooms! Try the Beef with Ginger, Mushrooms, and Kale, Italian Asparagus and Mushrooms, or Crab-Stuffed Mushrooms (using Walden Farms Mayo). Did you know that you can use mushrooms for a burger “bun,” as well? ...because YOU CAN! Delish!

Pasta is definitely not on the Phase 1 menu, but Ideal Nutrition carries the Rotini. If you’re more into spaghetti, however, we suggest purchasing a spiralizer to make your very own zoodles! They’re very easy to prepare and can be eaten with meatballs and red sauce! You can also enjoy them in this Zucchini Shrimp Scampi recipe, or toss them into a stir fry.

Warm yourself up on this autumn morning with one of our Ideal Protein oatmeals. We carry both the Apple Oatmeal and Maple Oatmeal at Ideal Nutrition and they are two of our most popular products. Dieters can also use them in other recipes, such as the Maple Oatmeal Rhubabrb Crisp or Cinnamon Maple Oatmeal Cookies by Janeva! 

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5 Motivating Monday Quotes

“Too many of us are not living our dreams because we are living our fears.” -Les Brown

“Whatever the mind can conceive and believe, it can achieve.” -Napolean Hill

“The most difficult thing is the decision to act, the rest is merely tenacity.” -Amelia Eahart

“A person who never made a mistake never tried anythnig new.” -Albert Einstein

“Start where you are. Use what ou have. Do what you can.” -Arthur Ashe

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Cinnamon Maple Oatmeal Cookies by Janeva Eickhoff

Ingredients:

1 maple or apple oatmeal mix (dry) 

1 tsp. baking powder 

1 tsp. Splenda (or stevia)

1/8 tsp. cinnamon 

3 T. liquid egg whites 

2 tsp. grapeseed or olive oil

¼ tsp. vanilla extract 

1 T. water 

Cooking spray 

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

In a medium bowl, mix together the dry ingredients.

Add the liquid ingredients; mix well with a spatula making sure to incorporate the olive or grape seed oil.

Drop 6 spoonfuls far apart onto a parchment lined baking sheet.

Spray the back of the spoon with cooking spray and spread each cookie to the thickness of a thin mint.

Bake 12 minutes. Cool on cooling rack.

Servings – 6 cookies = 1 unrestricted

TIP: When spreading the cookies with the back of the spoon, wipe clean from any batter and spray again for each cookie. This will make them much easier to spread.

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These are one of our absolute favorite IP-friendly recipes!! 🍴 *********** CHICKEN AND ZUCCHINI POPPERS INGREDIENTS 1 lb. ground chicken breast 2c grated zucchini (leave peel on and squeeze out some of the liquid with paper towels or a clean kitchen towel) 2-3 green onions, sliced 3-4 Tbsp cilantro, minced 1 clove garlic 1 tsp salt ½ tsp pepper (optional: ¾ tsp cumin) olive oil, for cooking (or coconut oil, avocado oil, or ghee) INSTRUCTIONS Toss chicken with zucchini, green onion, cilantro, garlic, salt, and pepper (and cumin, if using). Mixture will be quite wet. To cook on the stovetop: Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a medium pan over medium heat. Use a small scoop or a heaped tablespoon to scoop meatballs into the pan. Cook 8-10 at a time for about 5-6 minutes on the first side. Flip and cook an additional 4-5 minutes, or until golden brown and the centers are cooked through. To bake: Drizzle a bit of olive or avocado oil onto a baking sheet. Scoop meatballs onto the greased pan. Drizzle a bit of additional oil over the meatballs. Bake at 400 degrees 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through. If desired, place under the broiler for an additional 2-3 minutes or until browned on top. Serve with guacamole, salsa, or your favorite dip. #idealprotein #weightloss #chicken #zucchini #Repost @pimwl with @insta.save.repost • • •

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​#idealprotein #idealproteindiet #ipdiet #Proteinpals #ippals #idealproteinweightloss #weightlossinspiration​

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Ideal Nutrition is now carrying the new Oriental Dressing! #IdealProtein #idealproteindiet #ipdiet #proteinpals #ippals

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Did you know Germany is celebrating Oktoberfest right now until October 3rd? Enjoy this German Chicken recipe, perfect for all phases of #IdealProtein! #idealproteindiet #ipdiet #proteinpals #ippals #ipoktoberfest #idealproteinrecipe #iprecipe

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Unfortunately, it doesn't quite work this way, but a little weight loss humor never hurts! It's Wednesday, Protein Pals! Don't forget to laugh and smile. #IdealProtein #idealproteindiet #ipdiet #proteinpals #ippals #weightlosshumor

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5 Motivating Monday Quotes

“Life is 10% what happens to me and 90% of how I react to it.” -Charles Swindoll

“I am not a product of my circumstances. I am a product of my decisions.” -Stephen Covey

“Everything you want is on the other side of fear.” -Jack Carfield

“Giving up is the only sure way to fail.” -Gena Showalter

“There is no failure except in no longer trying.” -Chris Bradford