I’m glad you all seemed to enjoy my random day of eats I shared. While I do not eat those same things every day, well besides maybe the oats and yogurt bowl because I am me, I do feel it reflects my general eating habits well. I really try to keep things as balanced as possible and choose wholesome foods as much as possible. I know I have plenty of room for improvement, but I don’t believe in eating “perfectly” anyways. I believe in eating in a way that nourishes my body, gives it energy, and keeps me from feeling deprived in any manner.

80% salads…20% cupcakes. 😉

I have gone through a lot of trial and error in finding that balance in foods I enjoy and that treat my body well. Over the years I have learned that my body functions well on a higher ratio of carbohydrates for energy, but that I also need protein and fat with every meal to truly feel satisfied. I have discovered that simple foods and recipes will keep me more aligned with healthy eating. I have reacquainted myself with reasonable portions and fitting in my favorite treats to lead off the binging struggles I used to face. I have also found that I don’t need, or want, as much meat in my diet.

I typically eat only 3 or 4 meals that include meat a week and a smaller than normal portion, as I add in extra veggies, beans, or other foods. Everything else is meat-free. I used to have meat in almost every main meal. I easily ate meat 15 times a week in double the portion size that I eat of it now when I do consume meat. I now prefer getting my protein from sources like eggs, beans, nuts, dairy, and some tofu.

 
Love this meal! Egg scramble with goat cheese + veggies. Sweet potato & black beans.

I have no problem with people’s food choices – vegan, vegetarian, hard-core carnivore…whatever. I don’t really care for eating labels anyways. However, I will say that I would have never known that eating less meat works well for me if I had not embraced experimenting with my eating choices. I completely support branching out to learn more about what makes your body feel best, which is why I also support Erin from The Healthy Apron’s initiative of Meat – Less May.

She isn’t saying to give up meat, just as I don’t choose to do. She simply hopes to encourage others to attempt eating less meat and see how it impacts their health. Yes, I know May is on its last legs…but that doesn’t mean trying something new with your approach to eating can’t happen beyond May 31. I just love the idea of always making myself aware of how my eating habits work in my life and working towards improvement that fits my lifestyle. I know I have plenty of ways I can improve my eating habits…and I hope to continue doing so for a long time to come, while still keeping that balance and enjoyment with food I desire.

What are some eating changes you have considered making before? Or have you made any that you feel really made a difference in your quality of life? I want to continue trying to eat less processed foods.

You all know that I don’t regularly blog all of my eats. I will share current obsessions (like that whole goat cheese phase). I will share recipes/meals I mix up that I simply cannot keep to myself and believe you may find worth reading. I will share new things I try or delicious meals I experience amidst other activities, like dining out or social events.

Even though I don’t share regularly, I still love to share on occasion. So when requested to share a typical day of my eats after my recent Body After Baby progress post, I decided to oblige. Try to contain your excitement at seeing every morsel of food that went into my mouth yesterday. I know you wait with bated breath.

Breakfast @ 9:30 am – Typical Oats Breakfast

Oats made with almond milk and splash of maple syrup for sweetener. Topped with 1.5 tablespoons White Chocolate Wonderful peanut butter, coconut, and raisins. Mornings with sick children get away from me. I devoured this bowl all too quickly and thoroughly missed it upon my last bite. As always…save the best for last!

Lunch @ 12:20 pm – Taco Night Leftovers

I loaded up a whole wheat tortilla with mashed up black beans, corn, salsa, cheese, and a bit of taco meat. All that was missing was avocado – which sadly looked all bad at the store this week. A taco without avocado is just not the same. I had a sliced up mango and large carrot on the side. With my favorite hummus for carrot dippage. Roasted Pine Nut = get your hands on it. Now.

Nap Time, Chill Time Pick-Me-Up @ 2:00 pm

Iced coffee always makes an appearance at this time of day. And on days with two sick kids…a Ghiradelli raspberry dark chocolate square needed to come out to play too.

Snack @ 3:30 pm

A yogurt bowl sounded really, really, really good for my snack. Good decision. Really, really, really good decision. Why? I mixed half a container of mango and half a container of pineapple Chobani together. Oh, yes. I did. See? Really, really, really good decision. Topped off with a sliced banana, Cheerios, berries, and a handful of almonds. I 100% plan on eating the other half of those containers mixed again today.

Dinner @ 7:00 pm – Tofu Veggie Stir-Fry

I pressed and cubed some tofu and then marinated it in some Newman’s Own Light Sesame Ginger dressing. I baked the tofu for 20 minutes at 350 degrees…because baked tofu rules. While the tofu cooked, I made a stir-fry of veggies: mushrooms, zucchini, onion, and baby corn. Then, just serve it all together as a simple, satisfying, filling dinner. Yum in the tum!

Dessert @ 8:45 pm – Biggest Loser Ice Cream Night

Per the usual Tuesday night tradition with my sister, we watched The Biggest Loser and dined on an ice cream sandwich while chatting away. We mourned the loss of Jillian as a trainer on the show. Jillian kicks butt and that Cara chick just isn’t cutting it. It shall be interesting to see what next season holds. Until then, my sister and I are excited for the finale. I love this little tradition of ours. And not just for the ice cream.

• What is your favorite flavor of hummus?
• Do you watch The Biggest Loser? What do you think about Jillian leaving?