Four Steps to Healthy Eating
Healthy Eating
As you know I am all about living a real food lifestyle and sharing the journey with you through my blog, my coachingand my programs. I have found that the best possible way to live a healthy lifestyle and have healthy and delicious meals all week long is by meal prepping once for the whole week.
It saves me time, money, and stress, while allowing me to stay on track with eating healthy.
STEP 1: PLAN & SHOP
I begin meal planning by making a list of recipes and meals for the upcoming week. I create a list based on what I will have for breakfasts, lunches, snacks, and dinners. I use a weekly shopping list as my guide and then I’m off to the store!
If this step alone overwhelms you, this is where my meal plans come in! I have done all the work for you! They are broken down into the recipes, shopping lists, and even meal prep ideas for each week, based on the servings you need!
STEP 2: PREPARE THE FOOD
When I get home from the store I keep out the items I plan to use for my meal prep. I pull up my meal plans and get to washing and cooking! When it comes to my meals, the most important focus for me is simplicity – if it’s not easy and simple, I won’t do it, and implementation is the key to success.
I focus on 3 solid meals throughout the day, and 2 snacks if needed. Preparation is key! I always, always have some snacks with me so I never feel stuck.
I generally prepare big batches of veggies. I start with washing the greens, and then set aside to dry and move onto slicing, dicing, and dividing veggies into containers for use in cooking and salads.
When a recipe calls for sautéed chicken or lean protein, I cook it in big batches in my biggest pan or pot! That way, I am only prepping chicken or lean meat once for all the recipes! I store the extra chicken in the freezer for use later.
STEP 3: PUT EVERYTHING TOGETHER TO MAKE THE RECIPES
To keep it simple, I make a large salad in advance and then add the extras when I’m ready to eat it. If I’m taking it to go, I divide it into containers or use as leftovers.
For dinners, I typically make two favourite main dishes, which allows me to prepare and freeze in advance making it easy for during the week.
STEP 4: PUT IT ALL AWAY!
After all the food is prepped and the recipes are made, I put everything in containers and place it in the fridge! That way, I have delicious, fresh, whole foods for all meals during the week in minutes.
If you are still scratching your head, don’t let it discourage you!!! It can take time to learn and get in the swing of things. A great place to get a jumpstart is with my meal plans, which provide weekly shopping lists and quick & easy recipes, along with simple steps to prep and store for the week.
When in doubt, opt for one-ingredient foods. Fresh vegetables, Grass-fed, pasture-raised, organic meat. Fruit, Nuts, Seeds of all shape & size.
Embrace the abundance of nature!
And remember, these are all the foods you learn to prepare and love in my 11-day-Weight-Loss-Detox program.