I'd like to weigh in once a week on Fridays to track my progress. I know, this is about being healthy, not the weight, but the weight is naturally my easiest benchmark to measure against. Today's weight, after one full day of this blog, is: still 241.
Last night I went shopping for produce and milk and found myself pondering "could chocolate-covered raisins count as one of my servings?" I resisted, but I really do feel that I'm figuring the rules out as I go. I met my goal yesterday with a serving each of: banana, blackberries and strawberries (in my morning smoothie), romaine lettuce, green beans, an apple, 1/2 of a small avocado, blueberries, some cherries, and a few slices of dried mango. Should I count a serving of dried fruit? Input is appreciated.
Looking back, my day was pretty fruit-heavy, and I want to try to balance it out. I'm a sweet-tooth, and I know that a strawberry is better for me than a brownie, but I still need to get those greens in.
A lot of people have asked me today for Jennifer's smoothie recipe. To make it you blend together the items listed next in the amounts you choose (a scoop here, a pour there). Here's what you put in it: protein powder (she brought me a big tub of vanilla to get me started, it was pretty good), 1 egg (wash the shell with soap and water first), 1/2-1 banana, a handful of spinach, some blueberries (frozen or fresh), 1/4 cup of dry oatmeal, milk (cow, rice, soy, almond, etc.), yogurt, ice if you like, and any other fruit you may want to include. I like that you can change it up easily based on what you have. Another friend suggested adding wheat germ for an extra kick of fiber.
I didn't run yesterday because of the rain, but I plan to exercise quite a bit this weekend...will let you know how it goes!
Last night I went shopping for produce and milk and found myself pondering "could chocolate-covered raisins count as one of my servings?" I resisted, but I really do feel that I'm figuring the rules out as I go. I met my goal yesterday with a serving each of: banana, blackberries and strawberries (in my morning smoothie), romaine lettuce, green beans, an apple, 1/2 of a small avocado, blueberries, some cherries, and a few slices of dried mango. Should I count a serving of dried fruit? Input is appreciated.
Looking back, my day was pretty fruit-heavy, and I want to try to balance it out. I'm a sweet-tooth, and I know that a strawberry is better for me than a brownie, but I still need to get those greens in.
A lot of people have asked me today for Jennifer's smoothie recipe. To make it you blend together the items listed next in the amounts you choose (a scoop here, a pour there). Here's what you put in it: protein powder (she brought me a big tub of vanilla to get me started, it was pretty good), 1 egg (wash the shell with soap and water first), 1/2-1 banana, a handful of spinach, some blueberries (frozen or fresh), 1/4 cup of dry oatmeal, milk (cow, rice, soy, almond, etc.), yogurt, ice if you like, and any other fruit you may want to include. I like that you can change it up easily based on what you have. Another friend suggested adding wheat germ for an extra kick of fiber.
I didn't run yesterday because of the rain, but I plan to exercise quite a bit this weekend...will let you know how it goes!
I know you are totally getting your fruits and veggies in but how much protein do you eat? I not a promoter of the low carb lifestyle but I know when I was at the weight loss stage of my journey I really focused on staying away from too many carbs and focused on more protein.
ReplyDeleteDried fruit counts as long as it is just dehydrated and nothing is added to it! Go mango!
ReplyDeleteI agree with Michelle, Dried non sugared fruit totally counts. I also have a great tip I use to add veggies.
ReplyDeleteI have become a big fan of spinach lately. I used to hate it. I have found sneaky ways to add it to lots of things because my husband is a bit picky fruit and veggie wise. Obviously salads are easy. I also add wilted fresh spinach to my lasagna and to my mini turkey meat loafs, which keeps them super moist. Add it to omelets and in pasta mixes. Good luck and keep going lady!