Yeah... Is that possible?
Mom here: Yes Alli, it is.
*Back to me*
Darn.
Mom here: cut out the daily treats... What treats you say? Ummm... ice cream, leftover peanut butter cookies and muddy buddies... Heeeheeeheeeee!!!!
So, how exactly does one go about eating healthier?
1. PORTION CONTROL! How much is a portion? Each person is different. Most portions can be simply based off your hand.
Protein=your palm
Carb=your fist
Veggies=a nice, big handful
Fats=your thumbnail
2. EAT SMART! Make healthier versions of your favorite foods to maximize nutrition.
For breakfast, I love these fantastic healthy waffles:
For lunch, I love cottage cheese with chopped tomatoes or peaches or pineapple. Or a super yummy salad.
For snacks, a yummy smoothie sure hits the spot.
For dinner, easy green chicken enchiladas is a winner.
3. EAT OFTEN! Eat small meals/snacks throughout the day. Aim for 5-6 mini meals each day, keeping each one to 200-400 calories, depending on your weight, metabolism and activity level.
4. CUT THE JUNK! Cut out extra calories, i.e. sugary, fatty treats... Bummer!!!
5. PLAN A CHEAT! Yes, you heard that right. Allow a cheat day/meal/treat once a week. That way you don't feel as completely deprived. It gives you something to look forward to.
Question of the Day:
Who is with me? Anyone want to join me on a quest to clean up the internal/intestinal/gastronomical insanity?
