I can’t wait to see the summer Olympics in London this year! Getting ready for these truly spectacular games is a long process!

Take a look at their progress in these Ariel photos of the Olympic park…

Olympic Stadium with the concession pods around the perimeter

Olympic & Paralympic Village

International Broadcast Center and Riverbank Arena

Handball Arena

Parklands, looking south toward Olympic Stadium and Aquatics Center

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I am always astounded by how quickly the world changes by new technology that’s developed. Everything is becoming simple, instantaneous and accessible. Now with the use of technology we can even become healthier!

One amazing device I use everyday is called FitBit. It logs my meals, workouts, and weight. It even tracks how many steps I take through out the day and my calorie intake! There are many devices on the market today that track fitness, its truly a brilliant technology! It’s little innovations such as these that can really improve the quality of life. Share what your favorite health related technology is by tweeting with the hashtag #iorganic

1. Drink plenty of water! Drink two glasses before each meal and you will notice significant results in your weight!
2. Order Al La Carte! Resist the temptation to have sides…
3. Pick whole grains over processed white-flour based items
4. Eat spicy food! It speeds up your metabolism and promotes weight loss
5. Try to get at least 6 to 8 hours of sleep
6. Manage your stress, go for a jog or just take a deep breath!
7. Take the stairs, let that elevator take someone else
8. Take time when eating, chew completely, try not to scarf down your meal!
9. Go for a walk after dinner
10. At work, keep healthy snacks on hand
11. Don’t take life so seriously, laugh at jokes and smile
12. Eat protein, it will keep you fuller
13. Avoid distractions during dinner, and pay attention to what your eating
14. Eat dinner early, before 7PM
15. Weigh yourself everyday
16. Start eating the same food on a regular basis, begin a routine!
17. Reward yourself every once and a while
18. Read about health, diet and exercise to get your mind thinking
19. Always, always, always eat breakfast!
20. Take time to snack through out the day

Avocados are such a magical fruit! I love them on almost anything, but it’s hard to find other ways to use avocados other than for your sandwiches or guacamole!

Try these out next time your in the mood for some tasty avocados…

• Avocado Boats- Just as you’d imagined! Slice an avocado in half, remove the pit and you have the perfect place to stuff fresh tomatoes with a little hot sauce!
• Avocado & Corn Mini Tostadas- Smash some avocado, lime juice, sour cream & cilantro into a smooth cream. Mix beans, corn, salsa and hot sauce and place onto a single round chip, top with avocado cream! Poof! Perfect mini tostada
• Smoothie- You would have never thought to add this into a smoothie I bet! It actually makes it much creamier and smoother! Try it!
• Stuffed Potato Skins- Make some avocado cream, cut some potatoes in half, top it with cheese, broccoli and bacon and roast in the oven. When finished add the avocado cream and you have yourself a delicious snack!
• Mayo Replacement- Try to replace avocado in recipes that call for mayo. I tend to make tuna salad with avocado instead of mayo to cut out the calories and unnecessary fats. Its delicious!

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I was surprised at some of the food on this list! These items have each been given a bad reputation for being unhealthy, when in fact it turns out to be the exact opposite!

Check it out!

1. Canned Veggies – Due to the high sodium in most canned goods, people tend to steer away. While nothing compares to fresh vegetables, low sodium varieties of canned goods do exist! Canned food is cheaper, and also lasts much longer!
2. Red Meat- Only certain kinds of red meat should be avoided, such as those with high fat content. However, extra lean sirloin is low in fat and high in vitamins, iron and protein!
3. Potatoes- While high in carbs, it is also high in many important vitamins and nutrients. Try not to eat potatoes fried, but rather baked!
4.  Avocados- Although the fat content is high, this is a different kind of fat- monounsaturated fat which is essential for your body!
5. Dried Fruit- although many are processed with high amounts of sugar, there are brands that offer their dried fruit free of added sugars. When eating dried fruit, drink with a glass of water and you will be eating more than your recommended serving!
6. Pizza- When properly prepared pizza can be full of benefits! Use whole-wheat crust, and load it up with veggies and organic tomato sauce, then top it off with slices of avocado! Yum!
7. Bananas- Known for being fattening and high in sugar, which is completely wrong! Bananas have 0 grams of fat, are 105 calories and relatively low in sugar!
8. Eggs- More so Egg yolks are known for causing high cholesterol, however according to Harvard, researchers found an egg a day did much more good than harm for your body!
9. Shrimp- Another notably high cholesterol food, but an also very rich in protein food as well! Eaten grilled, or sautéed can be a great choice in eating healthy and lowering fat intake.
10. Iceberg Lettuce- Known for it’s “lack” of nutrients, and being a pointless food. In fact, due to its high water content, iceberg lettuce keeps you feeling full for longer and is extremely low in calories!

I knew the health benefits for a few items above, but not all! Looks like I will be eating more pizza! ☺