Dangerously Sweet
Living closed by a sister-in-law who makes delicious desserts is very dangerous. It’s like having free access to a bakery. Her flans, cheesecakes and cream buffs are murderous. Knowing that those three sweets are my favorites, she always doubles up my serving. Everyone one else gets one piece, me and her husband, who is also a sweet lover, get two. Not only that, she would also make extra pie for me to take home.
A couple weeks ago, I was having flan everyday at 2:00pm. To stay in shape, I tried to run first before I eat. It was so painful because all I could think about was the rich, creamy, caramelized piece of flan while I was running. I just wanted to get the jogging done and over with so I could reward myself.
Her strawberry cheesecake is no less addictive, especially with a thick layer of whip cream on top complemented by a cup of tea. Her cream puffs are so packed that the cream oozes out every time I try to take a bite. One piece after another, my hands automatically reach for more.
Running doesn’t help keeping the weight down at all. My pants are getting mad tight and all I can think about is those desserts. I am so looking forward to the family’s Christmas parties.
watch your waist size :)
My husband is a sweet fanatic too but I have stopped making sweet desserts for him about three years ago because his family has a history of diabetes. Nowadays he can have occasional treats but not every day. If he asks for dessert, I give him fruits. An apple a day!
You have a great sister in law. :D Can I borrow her once in awhile?
Yeah, she is great, especially with Duke. He knows who plays with him. He smiles and crawls toward her every time she walks into the house. It’s also great to have her look after him so we can sneak out once in a while for a jazz concert.
I know, I better watch myself. You hubby is so skinny though, I am sure some sweets won’t hurt :)
LOL I don’t bake or go near to bakery section.
I am sticking with fresh fruits for desserts.
I only smell the bake goods but don’t dare to eat it. :)
Some one once told me the best exercise is running/jogging/walking the stairs. Although I cannot find a public stair long enough for me to attempt this.
Yeah I know, but I quit running the steps after I started to feel some tension in my knees.
Hahahaha “My pants are getting mad tight and all I can think about is those desserts.”
My husband isn’t a sweet lover but he loves ice-cream. He has two or three scoops every night for dessert and he doesn’t exercise. His waist line is getting bigger and bigger, especially in the winter. I have to come up with project for him that requires lots of labor in the summer so he can loose all the extra pounds.
Tran, how about another kid? it’s the best way for him to exercise :)
Hey Tim, I am thinking of those sweet potato fries as well :)
By the way, if you’re looking to lose some weight… there are tons of effective exercises that you can do at home for 20-30 minutes. Here’s a sample:
1. 10 Minutes warm-up (jumping jack, push-up, rope jump, etc).
2. 3 sets of body squat – 10 reps each set
3. 3 sets of burpees – 8-10 reps each
4. 3 sets of push-up follow immediately by sit-up. 8-10 each.
5. Cool down & stretch
See? Simple :)
secret of weight lost is 85% diet related.
Low glycemic foods is the way to go
Chicken, fish, tofu as protein source
dark green veggies,tomatoes, carrots , brocolli steam
grill the protein and eat with these veggies twice a day.
juice and an egg for breakfast.
No rice, no bread, no starch, no pho, no bun in the diet
Do it for 3 weeks and you will losse at least 10 pounds.
No exercise needed.
Thu Hoai’s absolutely right about diet. Although, giving up anything carbs for us is like death itself. I’d a controlled portion of carbs is probably more sensible.
I used to spend 4 hours in the gym.. now I do gardening and house work hehehe :) I need to get back soon to build up some muscle.