I don’t know about yours, but mine is a household of deli meat lovers. It’s all my husband’s fault, really. Back years ago when I met him, he was able to put away deli meat with alacrity. He still can, although not quite at the rate he used to do. But he’s always loved having a variety around for his lunches, and it’s a trait he’s passed on to our children. And to me. We usually have a full meat and cheese drawer in the fridge, and in a pinch we will grab a slice of meat, along with a bit of cheese, for a quick energy snack. We’re an active family that has a tendency to go through food at a rather alarming rate, and keeping quality protein around is high priority for me as a diabetic and a runner. Just wait until my kids are teenagers, then I am really in trouble. And if they follow in my footsteps and become serious runners? Oooh boy.
Our local grocery store carries the Dietz & Watson brand. We are discerning deli meat lovers and we find the taste wonderful as well. 99.5 % of their products are gluten free certified by the Celiac Sprue Association, and the vast majority are zero or low carb as well. It fits in well with my low carb, gluten-free lifestyle. Good deli meat also helps me cut down on meal prep, especially when entertaining. We purchased one of the large Dietz & Watson deli platters for a pre-holiday get together, and along with some fresh veggies and a selection of gluten-free breads and crackers, we had a beautiful spread to offer our guests. It certainly makes it easier to let everyone make their own sandwiches to their liking, and there are no pots and pans to clean up at the end. There were also plenty of leftovers, which always makes me happy.
My kids, who can be picky at times, all love sliced meats and cheeses. I’m well known for weekend lunches that consist of a few slices of meat and cheese, and several kinds of veggies and fruit. It’s one of the few meals I can guarantee all my kids will eat. My husband is famous, at least in his own mind, for a sandwich he calls the Super Douper, piled high with several different kinds of deli meat and cheese, several different condiments, and add-ins like pepperoncini and sliced tomatoes. The day after the party, I made my own Super Douper on some of my homemade gluten-free, low carb bread. So good! Now that we are past the holidays and into January, many people are refocusing on their health and their diets. I think Dietz & Watson deli meats can be a wonderful part of a healthful diet. They certainly are in my family.
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My favorite lunch here is a D&W thick sliced Buffalo Chicken breast on a salad (yes, with bleu cheese dressing).
I plan to have a healthy year by enjoying a lot more fruits & veggies and walking 10-15 miles a week.
tweet
https://twitter.com/kellydsaver/status/295884252996833280
I am tracking my exercise to stay motivated.
To get healthier this year, I am going gluten free, and low carb. I am keeping better track of my calorie intake and I am making sure to get moving every day. I love that I am finding YUMMY food to keep me motivated and on the right path!
Continue my quest for healthier, great tasting meals for me and my family.
I’ve signed up for my first triathlon in June and a half marathon this fall. Really working on getting fit.
Here’s my tweet.
https://twitter.com/Jennypenny30/status/295906848261947392
To get healthy in 2013 I am turning to exercise as a stress reliever instead of food!!
I’ve gone back to my GF low-carb lifestyle. I gained 25 lbs back last year after losing it in 2011, ugh. I just fell back into my old habits of gf sandwiches, chips and ice cream. Now it’s time to eat clean! Thanks for the chance to win a great prize!
I’m planning on maintaining the lower carb eating! I actually made your greek yogurt waffles for dinner on Saturday and impressed the crap out of my waffle loving husband. Additionally, commit to making it to the gym at least 3 times a week, aiming for 4-5 times and drinking 64 oz of water a day.
My husband and I have prioritized exercise at least 3 times a week. It makes us feel so much better and we’re able to catch up and talk during our run/walks!
My plan is to cook from scratch!
I’m looking toward a healthier outlook on life: Embrace change, pursue my dreams, and avoid any negative self-talk!
Twitter link: https://twitter.com/somethewiser/status/295925628513964032
To have a healthy year, I am going to focus on balance and making time for me. I’m getting up earlier to be able to exercise, read my Bible, and just have time to plan for the day before the baby wakes up.
Tweet:
https://twitter.com/flemel2001/status/295931663865765888
I am planning on expanding my exercise routine and making sure I add more raw veggies to my daily meals.
By moving, moving, moving this body of mine – in a fun and joyful way!
Definitely by continuing with my new Bikram Yoga routine!
I’m going to exercise more.
I plan to have a healthy year by increasing my activity and by really watching my carbs, as I’ve gotten sloppy, as well as my calories.
To get healthy in 2013 I started eating gluten free and low carb! Looking forward to trying a bunch of new recipes and slowly adding in exercise to help feel even better! Thanks for this great sweepstakes 🙂
Here is my Tweet: https://twitter.com/pam_mcmillan/status/295962030094032897
I plan on having a great 2013 by continuing a low carb lifestyle.
This year to continue my healthy lifestyle, I am going to continue my low carb lifestyle, and I will increase my activity levels!
To get healthier, I will try even harder to follow the low carb lifestyle. I want to learn how to make low carb breads and cereals. I also will be more diligent about my exercise. I’m getting old, 54, but I don’t want to look it or feel it!
I plan on continuing my already 60lb weight loss on low-carb to achieve my goal of 230 pounds during 2013. Only 69 more pounds to go!
Fantastic, keep it up Dez!
Love your blog! As a fellow diabetic I eat healthy & exercise. The last few years I have been trying to determine why I have digestive issues and have eliminated gluten and this year after a bit of experimenting Dairy is going for good. 3 days of putting dairy back after 1+ month of no dairy, it is quite obvious that No Dairy is better!
I plan on cutting out some of the sugar I eat on a daily basis. I have a major sweet tooth. I need sugar to get through my day…that’s a problem!
I’m trying to exercise more, drink more water, and get more rest.
I’m following a low glycemic impact diet by avoiding carbs and training for my first 5K. I’ve already lost 14 lbs!
we are trying to eat better and work out more
I tweeted too
https://twitter.com/jessrwarfield/status/296036342016655360
I’m counting calories and cutting out sweets; I’ve also started walking the dog for 1/2 hour every evening after dinner.
Tweet
https://twitter.com/auntiethesis/status/296038075031777280
I plan to have a healthy 2013 by eating more fruits and vegetables and less processed foods.
tweeted
https://twitter.com/amylou61/status/296041820692033537
I have a goal of walking 10,000 or more steps a day, eating more fruits and veggies and trying to get in 3-5 aerobics work outs each week. I hope I am successful in achieving my goals! Thanks for offering the giveaway.
I plan to eat more fruits and veggies and more organic foods
https://twitter.com/ElenaIstomina/status/296062752202584064
I’m planning to have a healthier 2013 by making time in my life (again) for dancing–belly dancing, to be specific. It’s something I absolutely love but that I’ve let fall by the wayside due to other responsibilities. Getting back to dance will make me healthier both physically and mentally in 2013!
I am going to be healthier this year by truly eating modified low carb again. I believe it is the healthiest way to be and I finally want to get back there again.
more raw veggies and lean proteins!
My goal is to exercise at least three times a week, eat more fruits and veggies, and to be more mindful of what I heat throughout the week.
For a healthier 2013 I’ve started expressing gratitude more often and really trying to stay positive. I’ve also started walking daily and will soon complete wean myself off junk food.
https://twitter.com/LooseBumm2/status/296181758582464512
I plan on sticking with a HFLC diet ( for life )! My plan this year is to try to get my husband on board with this plan as I can see how much sugar wreaks havoc on his body.
I’m starting on the gluten-free low carb lifestyle and blogs like yours are really helpful. I also enjoy running, although right now can only manage short distances. I’m hoping to improve on that. Thanks!
I plan to be healthy by continuing my low carb/gluten free diet, to exercise more, and stress less. Because health isn’t just all about the physical; it’s the mental, too! Time to spend more time doing the things I love and stop worrying and spending time/energy on things that make me unhappy!
I WILL be healthier in 2013 by paying closer attention to the carbs I consume and try to find a way to get more sleep!
I plan to have a healthier year just by working out more. It’s really shameful how little I do that. Those sandwiches look amazing though!
Continuing to plan menus and make detailed lists for grocery shopping!
i plan to drink more water!
tweet: https://twitter.com/akronugurl/status/296267304537300992 .
I’m gonna exercise more, and stay with the low carb lifestyle! Down 55 pounds so far, about half way there.
I plan to have a healthy life in 2013 by eating well and exercising
Tweeted https://mobile.twitter.com/xokammie/status/296276008292720641
I’m trying to stick to a low-carb diet this year, at least through the summer, but hopefully for good!
To have a healthier year, I am planning on eating well, and fixing my other hip. Then I can be more active and focus on new options…
I plan to continue my GF LC lifestyle that has helped me lose 51-1/2 #s. I plan to lose more following your website and others. Thanks for all your help.
By using loseit.com to track my calories!
I plan on eating more fruits and veggies!
This year I am sticking to my low-carb lifestyle.
My plans are to take a walk every evening and swim everyday when weather permits.
I have been eating more healthy, lots for fruits and veggies and cut back on the red meat.
I tweeted
https://twitter.com/AtTheMapleTable/status/296319916913598464
Salads for lunch, walk more, drink more water
We are incorporating more fruits & veggies into our meals in 2013!
I plan to have a healthy year by sticking to my low carb lifestyle as best as I can.
https://twitter.com/yummyfaerie/status/296349677496967171
you did not mention if this deli meat is homone free or organic(?) would not use it otherwise..like your site tho
I’m working on reducing my intake of processed foods.
I plan to have a healthy year by not eating any gluten or sugar.
Im trying to “eat clean” for a new year new me!!
I am going to keep lifting heavy things, reading good blogs and eating well!
going sugar free for two weeks !
I plan to be healthy this year by cutting out carbs and sugars. It’s been the best way for me to lose weight and find a happy balance within myself, and I’d like to get really serious about it this year. I will also be exercising more by walking my sweet dog and dancing (I love the Dance Central franchise!).
Here’s my tweet: https://twitter.com/sarabentley/status/296468194850385923
I plan to live a healthier 2013 in many ways. I was diagnosed with a severely herniated disk at the end of 2012, and met with a nutritionist. In addition to gluten free living, I am now dairy free as well. This is in addition to being nightshade free for my auto-immune diseases.
I have also taken up water aerobics as a good way to keep in shape, even though most weights and other machines in the gym are officially *OFF LIMITS* to me for a while. I am managing my food intake carefully with Weight Watches, as I am spending more time in bed and in front of my TV
Lastly, I am pinning recipes like crazy. When I do cook, I like for it to be an adventure instead of a boring every day experience. Following all my blogs (I think I’m following over 50 now, thank you lord for google.com/reader or I’d be a nutso by now) is constantly inspiring my quest for a healthy body without surgery.
I just tweeted “Excited to hear about the “All Day I Dream About Food”‘s healthy lifestyle giveaway. Check it out at https://alldayidreamaboutfood.com/2013/01/dietz-watson-deli-platters-and-a-100-visa-giftcard-giveaway.html#comment-24397 … #SweepstakesEntry” to my followers about the giveaway.
My twitter, and the tweet, can be found here! https://twitter.com/bhendricks314
My plan is to stay low carb throughout the year because it makes ME feel good!
We’re embracing a more Paleo-like lifestyle. We don’t do it 100%, but we’re eating more in that direction in order to shed some weight and be a bit healthier. 🙂
I’m going to continue the low carb/no sugar/no wheat life style.
Healthier in 2013? That’s the goal! Want to up up up my water intake, reduce my wine intake :), and eat more veggies. Also – about to start a heavy lifting class and can’t wait to see if that has an impact on my blood sugar and overall health.
My husband has lost 25 lbs already. He’s inspired me. I talked to my doctor yesterday and she encouraged me to start running. I’m going to give it a shot!
Go for it, Mandy! I became a runner 3 years ago and it’s my lifestyle now. I couldn’t live without it.
I have started off 2013 by trying to be as “sugar free” as possible! It helps to keep my mind clear and my body slim! Dietz and Watson Turkey breast with a nice hot gravy makes a warm “comfort food” dinner that my kids love! Served it last night with mini brussel sprouts. YUM!
I want to be more mindful of what I eat. Not having heard of Dietz & Watson products , I will now keep them in mind!
I plan to continue my GF and low carb lifestyle in 2013…and hope to tighten it up and shed the last 25 pounds!
I plan to exercise more and cut back on my calorie intake
https://twitter.com/rkjb85/status/296736593715277824
My plan for this year is to eat a more plant based diet while continuing my workout regimen!
I tweeted: https://twitter.com/FireRunner2379/status/297104031141216257.
My plan for 2013 – everything in moderation!
I made some huge changes last year by going low carb and dropping 75 pounds. I plan on continuing that journey this year by finding more great recipes that are low carb that I can make for my whole family. Your site is defintely going to be a big help! I plan on adding some new workouts into my routine to help drop a little more weight and hopefully help me avoid the diabetes that runs in my family!
I plan to eat more fruits and vegetables, measure out my food portions and walk more to help make 2013 a healthy year!
I started barre classes! LOVE them!
https://twitter.com/amourbeurre/status/297577095297630208
I’m devoting an hour a day to hula hooping (my passion). Along with eliminating sugar and grains, I’m already seeing results!
I am going to have a healthy year by reducing my carb intake, watching that I don’t over eat, get a bit of exercise, and try to drink more water, which is difficult 🙂
jslbrown_03 at yahoo dot com
2nd entry tweet – https://twitter.com/LuLu_Brown24/status/297807444325826561
jslbrown_03 at yahoo dot com
I’m working out more.
I’m trying to be healthier by cutting out the junk food!
I’m keeping up with yoga practice and daily jogging.
https://twitter.com/tcarolinep/status/297931603932499970
I’m joining Curves workout for women to be more healthier this year
tweet
https://twitter.com/mngirlinssp/status/297943186163253248
Tweeted https://twitter.com/jeffltaylor2/status/297977960235954176
I am trying to walk more and am watching calories- trying to lose 2 pounds a week until my goal is reached!
This year I plan to get more healthy by going to the gym and engaging in activities that specifically build my endurance and strength!
Promoted giveaway on twitter here: https://twitter.com/eldialacrimosa/status/297981623469748224
cutting out carbs, adding more raw veggies
Thank you for hosting this giveaway
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I tweeted your giveaway
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Hi! In 2013, I’m going to live a healthier year by eating more alkalizing foods. I eat healthy but often choose acidic foods which make me tired. More green and raw foods for me!: ) I’m also planning to do more yoga to relieve stress, and feel less pressure to do so much cardio out of pressure to be thin. Thanks for the giveaway!
I tweeted too!:)
https://twitter.com/HMcClees/status/298278899585015809
signed up for biggest loser contest at local gym….more spin…more zumba…more protein but less fat….no whites!!!this website for recipes!!!
I plan on sticking to a low carb diet throughout 2013, and resuming weight loss after my daughter weans (sometime this year, I hope).
I don’t have a blog or a twitter account, so I used the BlogHer “Happy Hosting Days” form of entry in addition to commenting here. Is that okay?
I plan to eat more fruits and veggies!
Thanks for the chance to win!
wildorchid985 @ gmail dot com
tweet–https://twitter.com/WildOrchid985/status/298816127931387905
Love Dietz & Watson. I plan on getting back to running 15-20 makes a week.
I’m going to concentrate on being less stressed and more happy with myself!
Tweeted! https://twitter.com/Ricedaisy/status/298989301616754689
I plan to have a healthy year in 2013 by not having soda
https://twitter.com/thomasmurphy40/status/299259062175035393
I plan to eat lean meats, lots of fresh veggies and fruit and most of all to get more exercise.
I plan to have a healthier year by eating more wholesome food and cut down on sugar and fat. Snacking on more healthy good certainly helps too. Also, exercise more! 🙂
amy [at] utry [dot] it
tweeted:
https://twitter.com/uTry_it/status/299430631430053888
amy [at] utry [dot] it
My goal is to loose some weight by exercising (I’ve been doing workout DVDs) 4-6 times a week and reduce amount of sugar (candy, chocolate, cookies and etc.) in my diet.
I started out the new year removing as many carbs from my life as possible. It is amazing how much better I feel.
I’ve been working at incorporating more fruits and veggies into my diet for a healthier 2013. I’m also buying more organic produce and milk.
We’ve transitioned from Meatless Mondays to add Fish Fridays– trying to cut down on saturated fats and choose lean proteins.
I am going to go as low carb as my budget allows in order to feed my newly keto dieting boyfriend and ingrain some good habits in myself. I will lower the amount of sugar I consume and replace it with higher protein foods so my workout routine will finally produce the muscles I want.
I plan to continue on my healthy low carb lifestyle and exercise!
I plan to have a healthier year by making healthier food choices and by exercising more.
i plan to go gym everyday and start eating more vegs and fruits and dairy products like milk.
https://twitter.com/MzNeha/status/301875662136942592
I Plan To Eat Fresher Foods And Drink Lots Of Water With An Active Lifestyle To Have A Healthy Year !
Tweeted: https://twitter.com/reinaheather/status/302524947635511296
I recently joined a gym where I go 4 to 6 times a week to exercise…I have cut back on fats and sugars
I will have a healthier year by lowering my carb intake, increasing whole fruits and veggies in my diet and becoming addicted to my AeroPilates machine.