Eating right with some RULES
Follow the simple rules that can force you to eat right and start a new habit!
In today’s day we tend to complicate things that should be a
synch. If things matter to us enough we will figure them out sooner or later.
Like figuring out how to work the microwave or DVD player for the first time,
once we do it, it becomes a mindless effort. Eating correctly can be the same and become a very simple task once you
follow the rules.
Rule one - Portion Control
Make sure that you consume just enough food that satisfies
your hunger, and does not fill you up. The rule is simple. The more calories
you burn vs. calories consumed and you will LOSE weight. The more calories you
consume and the less you burn, you GAIN weight. When eating meals it is okay to
eat foods you enjoy, just do not eat in excess. Try adapting your eating habits
and incorporate some fruit, Vegetables, and meat. (Think, “eat like a
caveman”). Eat things in there most natural form. The extra additives are
usually what make simple foods “bad” for you.
Rule 2 - Spread the Meals
Eat more than 2 or 3 meals per day. Typically this can spawn
Portion Control without any effort. You’ll find that by eating 5-6 meals per
day will actually keep you satisfied throughout the day and less likely to
gorge yourself every time you do have the chance to eat. Try following the rule
of 3. Every 3 hours, eat!
Rule 3 - Drink Water
Make sure that instead of drinking the “Man Made” beverages,
you’ll find that you will actually have more energy by drinking fluids like
water and juices. An easy tip is to carry a bottle of water with you throughout
the day. Again without thinking, you will just consume water even when you are
not dying of thirst. Doing this keeps you hydrated throughout the day.
Time to eat - Sample Meal Plan
Breakfast |
3 Whole Eggs (or egg whites) |
2 cups cooked Oatmeal |
Snack |
10oz. Cottage Cheese |
1 cup sliced Pineapple |
Whole Wheat Bread |
Tbspn. Peanut Butter |
Lunch |
4-6 oz. Turkey (sliced) |
1 Tbspn Mayo or Mustard |
2 Slices Whole Wheat Bread |
Snack |
Protein Shake |
2 scoops Whey Protein |
Dinner |
4-6oz. Salmon |
1 cup Broccoli |
2 Cups Green Salad |
2 Tbspn. Olive Oil. Balsamic dressing |
Snack |
2 Scoops Casein Protein |
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