July 17th, 2012
I love introducing new comers to surprisingly good eateries. Years ago, while I was living and teaching in St. Paul Minnesota, I returned home with some of my co-workers (including my administrator) for a Teacher’s conference. As any proud Tylerite in the know would, I took my fellow teachers to some of my favorite haunts, particularly Taqueria el Lugar. My boss was so impressed he delayed our return trip to St. Paul just long enough to get in one more visit to the “Best Mexican restaurant he’d ever experienced.”
For years I’ve enjoyed taking guests to Taqueria el Lugar, usually the Gentry location, and watched their reactions as we pulled up at the modest local and found some of the best genuine, Mexican food they’d ever had. Over the years the family owned business has expanded to numerous locals around the city.
Well, I took an out of town friend, to one of my all time favorite Tyler restaurants today. This visit was to the newest installment right down on the square. The location is ideal, and actually seems like it should have been open for years. I trust that the professionals who work on the square will keep the local legend open for many years.
Today’s visit wasn’t like the one I had years ago however. It’s not that the food wasn’t good. It’s still great, although I must agree with one of my friends who noted they went a little light on the cheese. But that may have been the particular day. The main difference is that the price has really gone up. I’m assuming that has something to do with the need to pay for the new locations. Of course, part of reason my experience was lessened may have been the height of my own expectations.
For a long time el Lugar has been a big part of my summer rituals. I capped off a lot days at the lake with cheap and delicious “number sevens.” Well Tyler has changed and so have my summers. I still plan on the occasional trip to el Lugar, but it will probably not be the staple of my diet that it used to be.
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July 27th, 2010
Weight loss in Tyler, Texas: Kick the Coke habit!
Soft drinks on their own can be a nice treat every once in a while. It is when they become a part of your every day diet that you get in trouble. A 12 ounce can of soda contains 150 empty calories and 9 teaspoons of sugar. Considering that the USDA recommends only 12 teaspoons of sugar for a well balanced 2,200 calorie per day diet, that doesn’t leave much room for sugar from other sources. Additionally, studies seem to suggest that consuming soft drinks daily increase the rate of fat storage even though your solid food calorie intake may not change.
Perhaps the thing that is most surprising, and quite alarming actually, is that by simply eliminating one soft drink from your diet daily you could lose up to 30 pounds in a year without any other changes in your lifestyle! That seems to be good motivation to leave the Tyler, Texas soda vending machines alone for a while, doesn’t it? The next time you need a little refreshment, reach for a bottle of water instead. Aside from eliminating the empty calories, your body will benefit from being properly hydrated.
If you find you simply must have a little flavor, squeeze a lemon or orange wedge into your water. No, it won’t be as sweet as your beloved soft drink, but that is kind of the point. Many people find that after they have eliminated soft drinks for a while, they cannot drink them because of how sweet they are.
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July 22nd, 2010
The Lap-Band surgical procedure for weight loss is a surprisingly simple yet revolutionary form of bariatric surgery designed for people who are at least 100 pounds overweight. Rather than removing all except a small portion of the stomach or stapling like traditional bariatric surgery, the Lap-Band system works by placing a band around the stomach to control how much a patient is able to eat at one time, as well as helping the patient to stay fuller longer. Furthermore, the Lap-Band is available in 2 sizes with a wide range of adjustable settings that allow for a patient and their doctor to achieve the perfect size for each unique situation.
Although the Lap-Band procedure is much less invasive than traditional bariatric surgery, it is still surgery and must be performed by a qualified Tyler, Texas lap band doctor. The procedure is usually done laparoscopically, oftentimes on an outpatient basis, and generally takes only about one hour to complete. There are much fewer risks involved with the Lap-Band surgery than with other methods for surgical weight loss, but there are still risks. It is a good idea for patients to discuss these risks with their Tyler, Texas physician before deciding if the Lap-Band surgery for weight loss is the right course of action.
As effective as Lap-Band surgery for weight loss in Tyler, Texas is, one must still adhere to a set of special rules for diet in order to keep the weight off. Any program will fail if not followed properly.
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July 21st, 2010
The Weight Watchers program for weight loss is a weight management program that simplifies calorie counting by assigning a point value to every food. Members are assessed upon joining the program to determine what their maximum daily point intakes should be.
Members are required to attend regular meetings for weigh-ins as well as to discuss with others what their progress is. People can find a great support structure at these meetings and learn tips, share challenges, and form friendships.
In Tyler, Texas there is 1 local group and 32 other groups in the surrounding areas, so finding a group convenient for you should not be difficult. Weight Watchers recently added online meetings to their website if you are unable to attend group meetings; however going to face to face groups will give you a more personal support group.
Having someone to be accountable to as well as to encourage you when you face difficulties can make all the difference in the world on your weight loss journey.
Weight Watchers is not designed to be a temporary diet, but more of a new lifestyle approach. When you have reached your goal for weight loss you can decide if you want to continue attending meetings or not, but should keep the same attitude toward food regardless in order to maintain your new weight.
Additional points are allowed for different exercises and Weight Watchers encourages members to adopt a healthy fitness routine. Visit the Weight Watchers website to find a group in Tyler, Texas.
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January 5th, 2010
Curves
As the New Year begins everyone is thinking about their new year goals. Women work out hard for a few weeks, but then they weigh in to see that they did not get the results that they wanted and then they grab a pint of ice cream and sit on the couch. Working out can be stressful and confusing.
When you walk into a gym the machines seem intimidating. You feel like the people are looking judgmentally as you look frustrated at how much weight that you should put on the leg thing, arm thing, and stomach thing. Curves is a large fitness center that stretches over 70 countries of the world.
Curves workout is only thirty minutes that burns up to 500 calories in one workout. The workout machines are each made for women. Curves has machines that workout each part of the body.
These workouts are much more than a diet or weight loss system. They are a life style; you can do it during your lunch break, like many women do. Each machine is set up in a circle and as you work each machine you will get help by one of the trainers that are there. Between working each machine you will run in place on a mat or stretch or rest. The trainers will assist you in any way that you need. You will get measured and weighed, which can be intimidating, but it will help you set goals and meet them.
There are amazing stories of women who have had great success while working out a Curves in Tyler Texas. Curves changes women’s lives and will make you feel so much better about yourself inside and out.
The workers are very helpful and polite. They are understanding to the struggles that come with weight loss and the temptations to stop your workouts. They are encouraging and they really want you to meet your goals and will help you.
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