WHOLE HEALTH DIETITIAN
A WHOLE HEALTH APPROACH TO LIVING
I'm often asked "what do you eat" so I thought I'd give you a typical day. Getting enough nutrients is my primary focus. I eat a large variety of foods and I never feel deprived or bored. I enjoy what I eat and I don't feel restricted, which makes it enjoyable and sustainable. My taste buds have changed over the years and I realize that the healthier you eat, the healthier you want, and the more you enjoy it! My gut tolerance has also changed over the years so there's some foods I can't eat any longer. I know some of you can relate to that. Below is a typical day for me but visit 'what's in my kitchen' for tons of ideas!
I try to start my morning with a prayer and some mindful stretching. I typically eat every 3-4 hours and try to keep my portions small. I try to eat breakfast at least 12 hours after my last meal. I'm usually done eating by 7 pm and go to bed around 11 pm then I eat breakfast ~7am
BREAKFAST - My typical breakfast consist of toasted whole grain sourdough with 1/2 mashed avocado topped with everything bagel seasoning & microgreens OR I'll have steel cut oats with pureed mango or berries OR chia pudding
LUNCH - I usually do a high fiber wrap with sliced chicken, super greens, arugula, watercress, bell pepper, and spicy mustard. I either have fruit or a few chocolate almonds for 'dessert'.
DINNER - I follow the plate method when planning my dinner and I eat a large variety. Sometimes I might do egg/veggie omelette or shrimp tacos or I might have chick pea noodles w/veggies and tomato sauce. Some of my favorites are listed below.
Tempeh stirfry -Premixed stir fry veggies sauted with sesame oil, pineapple & chicken breast or tempeh
Homemade pizza -I make either a pita or cauliflower crust or I use this recipe then add a variety of fun!
Black bean quinoa salad -Just the right combination of flavors and consistency. This is my go-to meal.
Sometimes I'll replace a meal with a healthy smoothie or sip on one throughout the day for 'my snacks'. I have two go-to smoothies that I drink, but it varies with the fruit in season:
1) Breakfast smoothie -almond milk, quick oats, chia seeds, cinnamon, cacao nibs, banana, and almond butter
2) Standard smoothie - Organic vegan protein powder, 1cup berries, 1-2 cups spinach or kale, water if needed. Sometimes I add a little honey and 1tsp ground flaxseed, hemp, & chia seeds.
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