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Hi, my name is Marissa. I'm a 21 year old Boston College student and marathon runner. I have a passion for fitness, running and nutrition as well as music, art, concerts, playing instruments, marching band, cheerleading, fashion, Neuroscience, Psychology, cooking, Boston, movies and of course certain tv shows (The OC and One Tree Hill in particular).

This blog is for things that I like and also to inspire a healthy lifestyle for myself and others. I love sharing interesting things with the world and hope that I can help people along the way.


My goal is to get healthy and REMAIN healthy for life - Eat better, exercise, and just be the best version of myself. Just watch me.


Height: 5'5
SW: around 145-147 (6/1/11)
CW: 115.6 (5/5/13)
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havocados: because-i-have-pole-passion: 1healthyhappyfitnessblog: t-is-for-training: 10 Health Benefits of Avocados: Prostate Cancer Prevention - Avocados have been shown to inhibit the growth of prostate cancer. Oral Cancer Defense - Research has shown that certain compounds in avocados are able to seek out pre-cancerous and cancerous oral cancer cells and destroy them without harming healthy  Breast Cancer Protection - Avocado, like olive oil, is high in oleic acid, which has been shown to prevent breast cancer in numerous studies. Eye Health - Avocados have more of the carotenoid lutein than any other commonly consumed fruit. Lutein protects against macular degeneration and cataracts, two disabling age-related eye diseases. Lower Cholesterol - Avocados are high in beta-sitosterol, a compound that has been shown to lower cholesterol levels. In one study, 45 volunteers experienced an average drop in cholesterol of 17% after eating avocados for only one week. Heart Health - One cup of avocado has 23% of the recommended daily value of folate. Studies show that people who eat diets rich in folate have a much lower incidence of heart disease than those who don’t. The vitamin E, monounsaturated fats, and glutathione in avocado are also great for your heart. Stroke Prevention - The high levels of folate in avocado are also protective against strokes. People who eat diets rich in folate have a much lower risk of stroke than those who don’t Better Nutrient Absorption - Research has found that certain nutrients are absorbed better when eaten with avocado. In one study, when participants ate a salad containing avocados, they absorbed five times the amount of carotenoids (a group of nutrients that includes lycopene and beta carotene) than those who didn’t include avocados. Glutathione Source - Avocados are an excellent source of glutathione, an important antioxidant that researchers say is important in preventing aging, cancer, and heart disease. Vitamin E Powerhouse - Avocados are the best fruit source of vitamin E, an essential vitamin that protects against many diseases and helps maintains overall health Full Article REBLOGGING THIS BECAUSE I LOVE AVOCADOS! Avocados are the best big fan of avocados duh Love!

havocados:

because-i-have-pole-passion:

1healthyhappyfitnessblog:

t-is-for-training:

10 Health Benefits of Avocados:

  • Prostate Cancer Prevention - Avocados have been shown to inhibit the growth of prostate cancer.
  • Oral Cancer Defense - Research has shown that certain compounds in avocados are able to seek out pre-cancerous and cancerous oral cancer cells and destroy them without harming healthy 
  • Breast Cancer Protection - Avocado, like olive oil, is high in oleic acid, which has been shown to prevent breast cancer in numerous studies.
  • Eye Health - Avocados have more of the carotenoid lutein than any other commonly consumed fruit. Lutein protects against macular degeneration and cataracts, two disabling age-related eye diseases.
  • Lower Cholesterol - Avocados are high in beta-sitosterol, a compound that has been shown to lower cholesterol levels. In one study, 45 volunteers experienced an average drop in cholesterol of 17% after eating avocados for only one week.
  • Heart Health - One cup of avocado has 23% of the recommended daily value of folate. Studies show that people who eat diets rich in folate have a much lower incidence of heart disease than those who don’t. The vitamin E, monounsaturated fats, and glutathione in avocado are also great for your heart.
  • Stroke Prevention - The high levels of folate in avocado are also protective against strokes. People who eat diets rich in folate have a much lower risk of stroke than those who don’t
  • Better Nutrient Absorption - Research has found that certain nutrients are absorbed better when eaten with avocado. In one study, when participants ate a salad containing avocados, they absorbed five times the amount of carotenoids (a group of nutrients that includes lycopene and beta carotene) than those who didn’t include avocados.
  • Glutathione Source - Avocados are an excellent source of glutathione, an important antioxidant that researchers say is important in preventing aging, cancer, and heart disease.
  • Vitamin E Powerhouse - Avocados are the best fruit source of vitamin E, an essential vitamin that protects against many diseases and helps maintains overall health

Full Article

REBLOGGING THIS BECAUSE I LOVE AVOCADOS!

Avocados are the best

big fan of avocados

duh

Love!

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This is fantastic - all of my favorite things!

This is fantastic - all of my favorite things!

What are some foods you cannot live without?

It’s so hard to only pick a few, but for me I’d say:

Avocados

Bananas

Peanut Butter

Unsweetened Almond Milk

Puffins Cereal

Ezekial Bread

Greek Yogurt

I would like a lifetime supply of these foods please. :P

What would you say?

Avocanana Bread!

This looks absolutely delicious, although high in calories and sodium. 

Classic banana bread that uses creamy Fresh California Avocado to replace shortening. The result is very moist and great for breakfast, snacks, tea time or dessert.

Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup
    old-fashioned oats
  • 1 cup
    all purpose flour
  • 1 tsp.
    baking powder
  • 1 tsp.
    baking soda
  • ½ tsp.
    salt
  • 1 tsp.
    cinnamon
  • 1 
    ripe, Fresh California Avocado, seeded
  • ¼ cup
    canola oil
  • 1 cup
    (packed) brown sugar
  • 2 
    eggs
  • 2 
    very ripe bananas
  • ½ cup
    chopped walnuts
  • ¼ cup
    buttermilk

    Instructions

    1. Line a 9 x 5 x 3 inch loaf pan with nonstick foil and lightly grease the bottom only.
    2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
    3. Combine dry ingredients: oats, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon. Set aside.
    4. Scoop the avocado into a large bowl and mash lightly.
    5. Add oil and brown sugar to the avocado. Cream together using an electric mixer, until light and creamy.
    6. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
    7. Stir in bananas, then walnuts and dry ingredients.
    8. Stir in buttermilk and beat just until buttermilk is incorporated.
    9. Pour into prepared loaf pan and bake in preheated oven for 1 hour and 10 minutes. Avocanana bread is quite moist and may not pass the “toothpick” test at this point. If you prefer a drier bread, bake a little longer.
    Yields: 1 loaf
    Serving Suggestions:
    Sprinkle cooled bread with powdered sugar, if desired.
    Beverage Pairings:
    Great with a pot of hot tea.
    *Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.

    Nutrition information per serving

    Nutrition Information Per Serving: Calories 360; Total Fat 17 g (Sat 2 g, Trans 0 g, Poly 6 g, Mono 7 g); Cholesterol 55 mg; Sodium 400 mg; Potassium 282 mg; Total Carbohydrates 51 g; Dietary Fiber 3 g; Total Sugars 31 g; Protein 6 g; Vitamin A 132 IU; Vitamin C 5 mg; Calcium 42 mg; Iron 1 mg; Vitamin D 0 IU; Folate 53 mcg; Omega 3 Fatty Acid 1.4 g 
    % Daily Value*: Vitamin A 2%; Vitamin C 8%; Calcium 4%; Iron 8%
    *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 Calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

(Source: avocado.org)