I hear requests all the time for quick meals, and this one is extremely fast to prep for a few days or one day if you're like me and can't eat the same thing for more than 2 or 3 meals...
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A nutrient-dense diet including healthy proteins, fats, and fiber/carbs, is part of a great foundation for a healthy life. Knowing that those foods are the majority of what we eat, what are some healthier alternatives to common cravings or treats for celebrations?
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Intermittent fasting. To determine whether it's a good option for your health goals, it's important to understand what it is and how it works. As a broad overview, intermittent fasting is taking periodic breaks from consuming most foods, gum, and beverages. The most common way to do intermittent fasting is with a 16 hr fasting window and an 8 hr eating window. A good example of this would be to fast from 8 pm through 12 pm the next day, and eat 2 meals between 12 pm and 8 pm.
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School is back in session which means the 3:30 snack routine has started. Even while I was growing up, the first thing I did when I got home was go to the fridge or pantry and find something to eat. Kids eat lunch no later than 12:30 and some before 11:00 AM, so by the time 3:30 rolls around the tummies are grumbling. “I don’t want you to spoil your dinner”. Raise your hand if you’ve said that before. Let’s talk about some healthy snack options that won’t spoil dinner.
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Healthy proteins do most of the work in cells and are required for the structure, function, and regulation of the body’s tissues and organs. They are the building blocks of our body so it’s important that they be healthy so we can build strong tissues and organs that are resistant to disease. The healthiest proteins will be as close to their original form as possible. The least processed, the better!
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Fats play an important role in the body so it's important to distinguish between the best fats and the fats to avoid.
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Many times people may cut out carbohydrates or go very low carb to lose weight. However, carbs serve an important role in helping us to digest fats and proteins. And, if we’re eating high-quality carbs, their fiber and water content will satiate us much more than highly processed, unhealthy carbs.
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At the end of a long day, when our decision-making is at its worst...that is when the cravings can hit hardest. So what do you do when you're craving donuts, chocolate, junk food, or something else that's not part of a long-term healthy lifestyle? Read on for a few strategies.
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