I get this question A LOT.. WHAT DO I EAT??!!! Well, I'm about to give you several ideas of what you can eat that is healthy and tasty all at the same time! I do not believe in eating foods that don't taste like food! You have to be satisfied in order to stay on track. You don't want to dislike what you are eating because then you will continue to crave the 'bad stuff' and there will be no changes made! Let's eat yummy foods that are healthy, okay??!
These snacks are ideal and delicious! Here we go!
First thing is first-- You have to count your calories in order to stick to your daily goals. If you are trying to lose weight you especially have to watch what you are eating in order to restrict the calories to lose the pounds. It is science. So basically you will want your snacks to be between 150-300 calories depending on your goals. And you should have 2-3 snacks a day and 3 meals.
You also need to focus on eating every 2 1/2 - 3 hours. You have to eat to lose weight! That is just how it all works! It will increase your metabolism and your body will work properly! It's not rocket science, food is FUEL! HOWEVER; it will not work if you are eating high calorie, high fat foods! Eat clean, healthy whole foods and you will notice a difference in your body almost immediately! Weight loss is 70% what you are eating! Clean eating is vital! And it is yummy :)
- Shakeology- Shakeology is a meal replacement protein shake that has over 70 NATURAL ingredients, but does so good for your health and heart, along with fighting cravings and giving you energy! You can even make yummy deserts, or on the run shake it in a shaker with water or almond milk and WALAH!!
- 1 cup of veggies (such as carrots, cucumbers, peppers, etc. ) with 2-3 TBSP of hummus- I thought I would HATE hummus!! I even gagged it down the first few times I had it! But then I found a brand that I liked and stuck to it! Try different kinds before you throw out the idea all together!
- 1 apple with 14 almonds OR cashews
- 2 plain unsalted brown rice cakes with 1-2 TBSP of all natural peanut butter with 1/2 banana sliced on top
- 5-6 egg whites with salsa
- 1-2 cups of celery with 1-2 TBSP of all natural peanut butter
- 2 cups of cubed watermelon with one serving of cashews
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese with 1/2 cup berries
- cheese stick and one small apple
- an orange and 3 cups of skinny pop popcorn (find at Sams)
- 1 slice of cinnamon raisin ezekiel bread (found in freezer section) toasted with 1 tbsp. peanut butter and 1/2 a banana
- 2 stalk of celery 1-2 TBSP peanut butter- crunchy and good!
- 1 cup cucumber slices and 14 almonds- you can find cocoa almonds and cinnamon almonds! They are delicious and taste like a treat! They are EMERALD brand! Try them, you'll be hooked!
- 2 hard boiled eggs with 1 cup of sliced strawberries
- 1/4 cup old fashioned oats (measured before cooking) with a handful of blueberries- I eat this for breakfast and for snacks! I love it! Play around with your oatmeal, it can be made so many different ways!
- Dry- roasted Edamame- If you use ¼ cup, it is only 130 calories, 14 grams of protein and makes a delicious snack. Or try them raw!
- Hard boiled eggs! So easy and they are grab and go! Make a bunch on Sundays so you have them all week!
Tips for sticking with clean eating when Eating Out at restaurants.
-Know before you go: Look at a restaurant’s menu online and use the myfitnesspal app to look up nutrition facts for most restaurant meals.
-Be the First to Order: Decide on a healthy option and don’t let others sway your decision.
-Have it your way: Don't be afraid to make special requests-substitute veggies for fries or ask to change the way chicken is prepared(baked vs. fried).
-Stay away from snacking: Particularly watch the free chips and salsa, bread and butter, or even ordering apps. Have the courage to ask the server to remove the freebies if it’s too hard to resist.
-Be salad savvy: Not all salads are created equal- watch for unhealthy dressings and toppings. Ask for dressing on the side and use the fork-dip method for cutting way back on extra calories in the dressing.
-Go low on sides: Go for steamed vegetables, brown rice or fresh fruit.
-Choose low-fat preparation methods: Grilled, broiled or baked meats and entrees. Broiled, baked, steamed, poached and grilled for seafood.
-Enjoy alcohol in moderation: Remember that fancy mixed drinks have lots of empty calories. Try holding off on alcohol until later in the meal.
-Practice portion control: Remember your hands are your best guide for determining portion size. Starchy carbs- one hand full, protein- the palm of your hand, complex carbs from fruits and veggies- 2 cupped hands together.
- Ask for doggy bags!
-Practice the three-bite rule: If you truly want dessert,try sharing with someone else (or one for the table) and limiting yourself to 3bites. It may be all you really wanted in the first place.
I am REALLY picky when it comes to salmon recipes. Most recipes just taste fishy to me. I came across this recipe a while ago and it's always been a hit. It's thee best!
Ingredients:2-4 Filets of SalmonLemonBBQ SauceOrganic Olive Oil Spray
What to do:-Cut the skin off-Rinse and Squirt with Lemon-Paint both sides with Barbecue sauce-Place on stove top in med-high heated skillet sprayed with olive oil-After side has a nice sear turn over and lower heat to med. -Cook until almost done (You can check by checking the middle of a piece. Medium is perfect) -Set aside to rest for a couple minutes before serving.
Comment below to let me know what you think!
