Diet: * Eat smaller, more frequent meals throughout the day * Snack or supplement only if needed and try to pick something healthy (carrots, apple, etc.) * Read labels and packages of what you are consuming * Continue to educate yourself on trends and what is current (always learning)
Sources of nutrition come from the following: * Lean protein – chicken breast, fish, turkey, bison, egg whites, lean red meat (sirloin), cottage cheese, skim milk, protein shakes (whey) * Good Carbs – brown rice, whole wheat pasta, fruit (but not too much at one sitting as this is sugar), whole grain cereals (no hydrogenated oils or high fructose corn syrup), multigrain bread (first ingredient is 100% whole wheat flour - no white, fake wheat….loaded with garbage). * Healthy fats – Olive oil, almonds, coconut, macadamia (drizzle on food or used for dressing), avocado, nuts, peanut butter, salmon (also great protein) * Greens and Veggies – these are considered fibrous carbs which means you can eat as many as you want! There are an abundance of benefits to eating greens and veggies such as: * Great antioxidants (rids body of toxins) * Good fiber to keep you regular and help maintain a healthy internal body state * Fill you up so you are less likely to crave “garbage” foods
Condiments that are o.k. to use: * Sea salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, Mrs. Dash (many flavors), mustard (moderation), fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, oregano, etc.), margarine (moderation), hot sauce, home-made dressing
Condiments to avoid: * Butter, soy sauce (regular), barbecue sauce, gravy, store bought dressings (check labels), etc.
Diet Tips (Meaning what is in your diet, not you going on a diet): * When planning meals, eat as many greens and veggies as you can stuff, include lots of proteins and recover with carbs * Portion