I have a few bad habits that I really need to kick. You'll be shocked to find out that I am not a healthy eater. I like the idea of eating healthy, but in practice I get really lazy and go for the quick and easy option. Even though I don't eat salads there are a lot of other options out there for me that I'm sure would leave me feeling full and happy. I got to thinking about my poor eating choices yesterday when I went to Potbelly for lunch. I have been trying to bring Lean Cuisine or other frozen meal options to work with me, but when i get lazy I just opt for the easy route and eat out. Also, I feel like I cold eat 3 of these and am always hungry a few hours after eating my frozen meal. I see a lot of my employees making nice healthy lunches and enjoying them on their breaks, but I can't seem to get my act together. So I am going to make it my goal to bring my lunch 4 days a week and eat out only 1 day. I'd like to make at least 2-3 of these meals at home. What I need are some good lunch ideas. I don't eat sandwiches or salads so this limits some of my options. I'm thinking about prepping a weeks worth of grab and go meals and see how that does. I'm sure I can come up with some yummy options for my busy work day.
The other nasty habit I have to kick is eating late at night. For example, last night I got off work and was really hungry. Instead of dipping into my fruit box I ate Cheddar Bunnies and a tortilla smothered in cheese. Clearly not the healthiest late night option. Why can't I just eat healthy? I blame it on my Polish heritage. I grew up eating meats and carbs and my family was always talking about the next meal. Growing up I had access to tons of snacks and leaned to eat because I was bored or stressed and not because I was hungry.
This is one of those vices that I have to work on. I don't work out (unless you count sex) and I refuse to give up my cocktails so I clearly need to start making smarting decisions when it comes to what I eat. Does anyone have any recipes or tips they would like to share with me? Oh, and don't worry about me turning into one of those creatures who only consumes carrot sticks and diet coke -not going to happen.
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I really enjoy the "Hungry Girl" series of cookbooks by Lisa Lillien. She has taken recipes that we all love (like fried mozzarella sticks, milkshakes, and fudge), and made them a lot healthier. She uses as few ingredients as possible. Most of the ingredients can be found at any large chain grocery store.
ReplyDeleteIf you sign up on her e-mail list, she'll send you daily e-mails with yummy recipes that you can make.
I hope this helps!
Ramona
Actually her newest cookbook was published today and I've been considering trying her out. Thanks for the tip.
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