Tuesday, May 21, 2013

So...What am I doing?

Over the last couple of months, I have been adding in more and more whole foods.  I have tried some new things, like green smoothies.  I have also been counting calories on MyFitnessPal.  MFP is a fantastic tool, but I need more direction.  "You can eat whatever you want as long as.." is a little too dangerous for me.  I can't be trusted!!  So, I decided to try the nutrition plan posted on www.livefitrevolution.org.  I happened upon this site several months ago when I was looking for free workout vidoes online.  Live Fit Revolution has an entire weight loss and fitness program posted FOR FREE.  They even offer free support!  Here is what I ate Monday:

Breakfast:
1 Hardboiled Egg with some Mrs. Dash Garlic and Herb Blend
1 Tablespoon of Ground Flax in 8 oz water
Green Smoothie made with spinach, blueberries, watermelon, and fresh mint
Morning Snack:
Roasted, Unsalted Pepitas
Lunch:
Black Bean Salad served over mixed greens with tomatoes and mushrooms with a splash of Walden Farms Ginger Sesame dressing

1 Can of Black Beans, drained and rinsed
Green Onion to taste, chopped
Cilantro to taste, chopped
Fresh Basil, chopped (optional)
Garlic Powder to Taste
1 Tablespoon of Bragg's Apple Cider Vinegar with the Mother
1/2 Tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Mix all ingredients in a bowl.  Makes about four 1/2 Cup servings.  If I were making this for a crowd, I would halve grape tomatoes and dice up some avocado and add in.  But since I made this over the weekend for lunches this week, I didn't want to put anything in it that wouldn't hold up.

Afternoon Snack:
1 Cameo Apple
Dinner:
Shrimp sauteed in Coconut Oil and homeade taco blend
Yellow Squash and Zuccinni sauteed in water

It really helps me to get my breakfast, lunch and snacks together the night before.  I go ahead and pack my food for the day.  I also shove whatever I am having in my green smoothie in the bowl to my processor.  Tonight, I put spinach, kale, blueberries, watermelon, and a couple of fresh mint leaves.  I'll add ice in the morning when I am ready to blend.


What do you do to prepare?  Any clean recipes I should try?



1 comment:

  1. That salad looks great! And, so do those shrimp! YUM!

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