Food Shopping with Ava Cowan

[GoldenNaturalNappy]

i love winn dixie, i live in a college community and winn dixie is one of the grocery stores within walking distance. i'm really surprised to see how many organic foods they have and other items like stevia, agave and organic coffee. their prices are a lot cheaper on certain organic foods and stevia than the whole foods store.

[RichardPapen1]

its a healthy trolley load but I wouldn't have the olive oil spay. that's vile. have a small amount of organic butter. there is no need to have a fat phobia if you work out enough.

[hoogys]

when cooking eggs I like to use olive oil or butter but the time window for both is too short..so the best alternative would be coconut oil..it's the best

[jimee44]

Shopping is so over ! So Blockbuster for videos .

Stay out of the grocery stores , they are literally bad for your health and budget . And no , you are not strong enough to resist their psychological power over you . Between the power of advertising and the power of marketing , you are literally disabled .

Understand what you need and order your food online . Incredible savings of time and money .

[Ou8y2k2]

@jimee44 Curious. What sites save more money than Costco, Safeway, Foodmax, etc.? How long do you have to wait before the food is delivered?

[Jahkillian]

Audio isnt working?

[MyBodySiteTV]

@Jahkillian Working for me

[gymrat29]

@MyBodySiteTV The parts where she's talking in the grocery store comes through on the left channelonly. My headphones are messed up and I have to tweak the cord to get the left side's audio playing and that's when I hear her. My right headphone works fine and the rest of it goes through both.

[nabonwe]

98 people are fat!!!!!!!!

[Welbeloved]

Door guy in red@1:26 lol

[cutemama007]

shout out to the black dude looking into the camera at the beginning of the video.

[TheCheese4450]

Is it true you shoud eat more fish than meat? I heard it contains less fat and more protein. Ive been making sandwhiches with salmon in them and fishsticks for lunch in school I love fish. I know chicken is an exception cause i checked the fat. I also read that raw vegetables are better so I bring brocolli, sugar snaps and mini corn on the cob with me too.

[RichardPapen1]

@TheCheese4450

scientific studies do indicate that fish consumers maintain a healthier weight. its good fat and good protein also B vitamins and vitamin D. have some sardines.

[kajshonik]

Finally i found someone that knows what they are taking about i just had a baby and gained 60ibs and i am looking forward to your videos to help me with my journey back to a thinner body. thanks ava

[cwbydream]

Hey Ava! I am training for my first competition and am going to be competing in figure. I would love to chat with you if you have a free moment with just a few questions. My trainer and I were talking about training natural and he said you are a BIG advocate on it and since I have been looking up your stuff. I am also training all natural.

Thanks,

Michelle

[aussiegirlonamission]

Hi Ava, you are gorgeous. Have you ever noticed the amount of sodium in frozen vegetables? I won't buy them because of this reason. Great vids thanks

[tasiachow]

Hi Ava, I was wondering what your opinion is on fruits? Some people say to just eat them in the mornings and to stay away from them at night.

[havock89]

I am going to use what Ava is saying, I think she is really clued up on nutrition.

[iluvfatchx]

hey you passed the beer, i love a protein shake mixed in a 12oz can of BUDLIGHT post workout that way i get my simple carbs to spike my insulin

[mrblade1923]

hello ava im a big fan can i eat more if im going for a bigger size?

[yngscrooge]

I wonder what you beverages you drink. Is orange juice okay?

[lukerickrob]

Ava, I am SO glad I found you! But you did not show what dairy you eat, such as what kind of yogurt, cheese, etc. Could you please let us all know? thanks a million!

[CFH320]

Why does the volume cut out?

[YeahRight825]

Can't believe she's a Winn Dixie shopper... I would have expected her to be a Publix shopper instead... lol.

[finaplexEOD]

bow chicka wow wow.... oh and nice informative vids

[ThePikachan]

i like to eat food like fat free yogurt (usually yoplait or some greek kind) a lot and I drink sobe with no calories and I like to eat Honey Bunches of Oats w/ strawberries or peaches and I'm trying to lose some weight. Should I avoid these?

[MsSaraty]

@ThePikachan if you want to get lean i suggest eating one serving of fat free dairy , limit salad only steam them,limit your fat to one or 2 teaspoon a day eat protein lean green marine and avoid carbs at night nd only eat fruits after a workout

[YourFriendCarmen]

I would love to see you cook a couple a lamp chops. YUM!

[wrealmusichour]

I would love to see you cook a salmon dish

[HeatherChaseVideos]

Would love to see how you cook your Miracle Noodles, and what spices, ideas and flavors you might come up with. :)

Heather

[KNohroudi]

Hi Ava! I just wanted to say thanks for the videos. I enjoy watching them and they help me with my workouts and diet. They motivate me very much.You look great, keep up the good work!

[trinh19862009]

when you cook the meat with the veg do you just put the lid over the pan and just steam it all?

[AEON46N2]

Where's the fruit???

[Neon241]

Hi Ava,

so if I want to get havier, do I must eat more of the oats and stuff or can I get the oats with a little bit of sugar?

[RoryZ23]

Watch Ronnie Coleman spray his pans with Pam, dude sprays it for like a minute lol

[nephildevil]

watch markus ruhl go shopping,, now that is hilarious

[TheDesmoPilot]

@RoryZ23 LOL Ronnies a nut. i spray mine for like 5 seconds.

[Amiralala]

Hey Ava! You're the best and such an inspiration. I just recently discovered who you were when I was google-ing "Ava" because I'm going to change my name. I found a great inspiration to go for my lady body building dreams as well as a great name. You're so alive and bright eyed! I want to be like that ;-)

[AntiMale]

Wow, strong high-tech leg extension machine.

BTW, I'm a huge Ava fan. I'm a female who also lifts and she's on my top 5 favorite and most inspirational.

[nuttkicked]

"AntiMale

BTW, I'm a female"

GET BACK IN THE KITCHEN, THEN!!

[Sirenlitha21]

hey AVA! love your videos, I would also like to request a STRETCHING VIDEO, also the whole measuring my food is kinda confusing, do i measure my meats after theyre are cooked?

[tmoore2010]

can we get a vid on proper stretching techniques

[chris09jazz]

You are such a doll and a pleasure to look at.

Try making some chicken breast with brown rice, I want to see how you make it.

[nyONELOVeNY]

how many oz of veggies, for every meal.. on a 400cal. and how many oz on meats.. before or after its cooked..? how do u know in total that it comes out to 400cals? and u said 6meals..?

[Njuzu07]

I'd love to see you make bay scallops and shrimp, these meals take under8 minutes so, they'd be great additions to any diet. Good job on this one!

[mikehoncho73]

seriously ava, you need your own fitness themed tv show. for too long now we've been forced to watch the fattest losers working out. you're the best.

[Godsintention]

i feel like shes gotten less bad-ass :(

[hafsha1]

You're great.

[skinnychic8]

Thank you for the video!

[avacowan]

You are most welcome:)

[CVSOteam]

Teach us how to make healthy "cheat foods"

I mainly use muscle milk in the mornings for breakfast but I eat normal meals at home but I am not lean yet... :(

[CVSOteam]

I for got to add I work out 2-4 times a week 30 mins -1 1/2 hour depending on my energy level....

But I did manage to loose like 8 pounds

[avacowan]

I will see what videos we have coming up..I am not too sure that "cheat" and "healthy" can go together, but maybe some good food that isn't as unhealthy as the regular versions. I will keep you posted. There is a lot of fat in muscle milk...and hopefully you are having a carbohydrate source as well.:)

[stecarrera05]

im curious now, so what do you think of MONSTER milk, its almost half the fat, mainly good fast like coconut oils, MCT fats and more ??

[extremenergy3]

Wow, I saw this on someone's bodyspace favorite'd videos... Very informative. You are very knowledgable Ava! Keep up the great work!

[avacowan]

Thank you very much extremenergy3, I am so glad that you liked the video.:)

[happy402]

great infromation,

but i am vegetarian and i need help with what type of food to eat for building muscles. also, should i eat more cause i am a vegetrarian?

[avacowan]

Hi Happy-

You just need to find protein sources from foods other than meat...so just look up foods online and write down how much protein each food has in it. Then just eat enough to fulfill your protein requirements. That may translate into more food but not necessarily.

[kormyqwert]

Ava, you are a great host, please make a delicious protein shake in your upcoming video.

[avacowan]

What type of protein drink would you like? All of mine only have the protein and water lol...never TOO delicious as that usually equates to MORE calories:)

[JessicaMancini]

Ava has done a great job on this video. Not only is she a very beautiful young lady but also a very talented host. This video was very helpful. Great job on chosing such great talent . I look forward to trying out some of these products, I want to look that perfect!!!

[avacowan]

Thank you Jessica- What a wonderful compliment thank you:)

[JessicaMancini]

This was very helpful! Ava cowan looks beautiful just like she does in all her photos. Its nice to see that her talent goes beyond just how beautiful she looks. She did a great job hosting this. I have to check out these products because look at her, amazing!!!

[bolts512]

shes with TEAM NORTON now YEAH!!!!!

[sweetsexygal77]

Okay, how do you make your oatmeal? I grew up on oatmeal and I love it dearly, but it was always made with sugar and butter.....I dont care for it plain.....any suggestions?

[avacowan]

Reading these messages make me feel so happy. I cannot thank you enough for taking the time to share your kind thoughts with me. :o))

[sandow]

yesss true champion indeed. world class! I hope to see you on nbc soon you deserve your own show! move over rachele ray here comes Ava!

[rognerq]

this is what separates a true champion from just an athlete. I like the fact  that your giving back. Thanks for the info and lots of luck in your career Ava. god bless

[frankvaccaro]

you should have a book , you are very smart, when you do please let me know, i would like to buy one . thank you for your time and have a great weekend , by the way good chicken recipe , chicken in water sliced thin, with pesto , home made if possible , some garlic , garlic salt , fresh oregano and 2 egg whites , takes 10 minuets and is full of protean , add soy sauce and barabing

[MBProducer]

Another fabulous video AVA. Glad to see that I am on track with my shopping! Curious.. maybe you can address this in an upcoming video or blog? With it being a NEW YEAR and all, everyone seems to be working on their weight loss and fitness goals. The shops where I buy my vitamins are pushing all kinds of "fat burners" like Hydroxycut Max, Jet Fuel, Lipo6 etc... do any of these actually work or should we save our money and keep working hard???

[avacowan]

I do not feel that a fat burner will "burn" your fat away. I do believe they may give you the necessary energy to workout. However, you have to be very careful with these products, because you can burn out your adrenal glands. And eventually you cannot workout and in more serious cases you cannot even function if you burned out your adrenal glands. So moderation is key here.

[frankvaccaro]

ava , do you have any books out ?

[avacowan]

I do not have any books out yet, but I just got a literary agent, and that is in the works.:)

[hotmodel22]

Hey Ava it's Kimberly You go girl!!!! I am so very happy for you all the best in the new year! your friend always:)

[MyBodySiteTV]

Kimberly, you are just an amazing athlete and woman. I know your dreams will come true, as your work ethic is impeccable. 2009 is yours!

[niceguy045]

@MyBodySiteTV Hey Ava! I tried one of your meals and it is great!!! What kind of protien shake is the best? Whey? I never know what Kind to get!! Hope you can help! thank you!! :)

[shanaleann0913]

AVA!  I have such a hard time eating plain chicken breast. I do add seasoning, but am still very unmotivated about cooking and eating them. i know if I ever want to compete chicken is essential to my diet. Please help me find a way to enjoy chicken breast!!!

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[alexrigi]

thanks Ava some good free advice, but one thing bothers me i know protein is built from amino acids but i use to by branch chain amino tablets but not any more,do i need them cos i never noticed a difference when i took them same with creatine,and is there any way u cud tell me how to eat egg whites other then hard boiled cos they sooooo bland.

[MyBodySiteTV]

Branch Chain Amino Acids are a great supplement immediately post workout, and if you are not consuming enough protein. However, if you can get your protein source preferable from real food, that's the way to go. The next best way would be to supplement with a protein shake,it is often hard to find the time in a day to cook 6 full meals. Now for the eggs, I personally never eat them hard boiled, only scrambled. I add seasonings, vegetables and hot sauce and that can make anything taste better!

[alexrigi]

thanks Ava i havent had scrambeld eggs for years,it tastes so much better even more so with the vegetables,and you are right its hard to always eat good proper meals especially when ur at work so shakes r good but i only have one a day,real food is much better,thanks again.

[Mrsstanpoe]

I would like to see a spicy chicken and rice dish...Clean

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[JamesNintendoNord]

@MyBodySiteTV video editor must be on crack

[iTheChosenOne]

@MyBodySiteTV i just wanna know what bread is healthy to eat? whta brand? which one did u choose by the way?

[nms125]

For breakfast sometimes, I make oatmeal waffles with eggs and egg whites with a little of baking powder to make it fluffy and cinnamon for taste.

[AmberCrawfordMovies]

make some organic chicken & sweet potatoes. u can get organic sweet potatoes in a can at whole foods.

[AmberCrawfordMovies]

AVA YOU SOOOO ROCK!!! YOU NEED TO HAVE YOUR OWN TV SHOW ON ONE OF THE MAIN NETWORKS ALREADY, GEEEZZZ! Or the trainer on Biggest Looser. Someone in LA please cast this amazing chick! Why r u still in FL????

BTW, i kinda cringed when u picked up Winn DIxie meat-unless its labeled organic, that meat can be genetically engineered. like, as in cloned. yuck. I go to Whole Foods where i buy organic salad, friut, veggies. I dont prefer my fuits with a good dose of Raid all over em! loL

[briankallen]

Great video! Too funny, I'm the type of person who sprays PAM for about 6 seconds... evenly coating the pan! Guess I'd better stop that!  :-)

[4929]

don't worry dude.. i do that as well !!

[funniceguy121212]

Make one of your favorites

[Aaron361970]

Question on the "Pam." As I see in your video "Pam," is used just as an oil to lubricate the bottom of the pan. So, can you just use any oil to lubricate the bottom of the pan? (Canola, Olive, Sesame, etc.) Whats the negative aspect of using "Pam," to cook?

[MiamiJ]

Woohoo! I get to be the first. Cool vid Ava thanks for the tips.

[nelanator]

How about a cool recipe for that skinless, boneless chicken breast you bought!!!!