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Calorie dense foods (like nuts + dried fruits) can be a convenient way to snack when you’re on the go, but, in my experience they can be easy to overeat. They also don’t contain nearly as much protein as people think. The nuts + dried fruit on the right are from a single serving snack pack I bought at the …
STORY TIME! Last night I went to the fridge and took out a piece of fruit + some cottage cheese. I stood there for a moment just staring at the food. I wanted to eat it but realized, I wasn’t actually hungry, I was just bored. So, I put it all back in the fridge. #TrueStory . MINDLESS eating often results …
When I first began my fitness journey, in 2015, I went 12 weeks without missing a workout, without eating out, or eating a single food I deemed “unhealthy”. I would go out for dinner with friends and just order tea, and eat when I got home. At the time, I saw myself as being disciplined and dedicated to “fitness”. But living …
?6am: been starting my days with a workout + womensbest BCAAs ?10am: baked sweet potatoes, 2 eggs, broccoli and baked tomatoes (recipe @ bottom) ?12pm: grilled chicken penne arrabiata with green salad dressed with olive oil + lemon juice ?2pm: red currants, blueberries, raspberries + 1 bell pepper ?6pm: Chicken tikka masala, rice and green beans ?8pm: Grilled chicken thighs cooked in …
CARBS, CARBS, CARBS!!!!! EVERYTHING in this photo is primarily made up of carbs. Most people think carbs are limited to:bread, pasta, potatoes, rice and oatmeal. They forget that fruits, vegetables, legumes, sauces, juices, some packaged protein shakes and sodas, are also carbs. For most of us, carbs are our body’s main source of fuel. While protein is important, carbs after …
The other 20% of my life ?. Enjoying meals out, not tracking my food, resting and bring balance to my life. ? Finding your balance isn’t always easy but it is important. . In my opinion forcing yourself to “eat clean” 100% of the time can cause a lot of people to develop unhealthy relationships with food. In some cases …
My grocery list is almost always full of whole foods and perishable products. Some of the foods that are always on my list are: tomatoes, bell peppers, cucumbers, spinach, apples, bananas, sweet potatoes, lemons, zucchini, carrots and lots of greens. I also love to include berries (fresh or frozen, depending on the season). For protein I choose lean meats like …
Sometimes weekday ice cream ?is the best ice cream! The problem with saving all your treats for the weekend is that it’s easy to get carried away. I use to keep my eating ? Monday to Friday and let loose on the weekends. The problem with the weekends is that they make up 28% of your week. . Neglecting to, …
Protein sources for all! From @womensbest vegan protein to bone broth from Vital Proteins, it’s always important to include sufficient protein. Vegans, vegetarians, pescatarians and omnivore benefit from protein! . Protein plays an important role in the bodies; we need it to make hormones, antibodies and enzymes. Protein also helps with growth, repair, weight management, satiety and good immune function.
Who else eats their food like pacman? I ate half a can of chickpeas just taking pics + vids for the gram ? I also stained my pants ?#truestory . Looking for a healthful crunchy snack? Try my crunchy chickpeas! ? on for the CRUNCH! . 1. Preheat oven to 400F 2. Wash and thoroughly dry chickpeas 3. Bake for 50-60 min …
Although I am an omnivore I think it’s important to get your protein from a variety of sources. For me this includes things like tofu and legumes. This bowl is vegan friendly, dairy free and easy to make. I prep the rice, tofu and carrots in advanced and add the avocado and arugula just before eating. Top with hot sauce …
