Eating Like a Mom

Being a mother of a 2 year old and a 3 month old is challenging enough. Being a working mom is EXTREMELY difficult, especially when it comes to eating habits. Sure I have gone a full day without eating and did not even realize until I put the kids to bed and my stomach was screaming FEED ME!!!!!!! Well fellow Moms I have come up with a plan. I am a fitness junkie but I am also a food junkie. Can you live a healthy life and live both? YES!!!!!

I competed in a body building competition before I was pregnant with my second child and the clean eating just about killed me. Well, not literally, but I am sure the extreme binge eating after the competition was over just about did.

I have found my happy medium. What is the trick?? Portion control, moderation, and ratios. It has been said that a portion size is as big as your fist. Eat until you are content not full. Eat foods that will keep you full for longer so yes that means CARBS!!!!! Do not leave out carbs your body uses them for energy. If you do not have enough your body will use protein and you need that to rebuild your muscle. EAT FAT!!!!! No not the edges off of the big meaty steak. Fats can be Avacado, Almonds, Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Your ratios should be 40% Carbs 40% Protein and 20% fat with every meal. You should also be eating no less than 5 meals per day. If your body is receiving proper nutrition throughout the day every 2-3 hours it will stay happy and function properly. MODERATION!!!! Sure you can have your cake and eat it too. Instead of having a portion sized cake (as big as your fist) how about half of that or even just a few bites to satisfy that sweet tooth monster.

Now that you know the tricks to eating properly how in the heck are you going to get in 5 meals with two kids and a job????

I am guilty when it comes to fast food. A working moms best friend. In the morning or night before pack a baggy full of almonds to last throughout the day. (remember your ratios) Premium Protein from Costco is my favorite shake on the go. They do not need to be refrigerated so nab two for the day. Fast food everywhere has a salad. Where is it unhealthy?? The dressing!!! Go for a lite italian or better yet carry your own Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar YUMMY!!! Try not to go for fast food chicken it's not the best but if you are lacking protein and need a little extra go for it.

I will add a food list so you can take from it what you like to eat. Eating healthy does not have to be gross.

Biggest rule to eating healthy and losing weight. If you expend more energy than is being consumed you WILL lose weight. Portion control plays a HUGE part on this. If you are sticking to your portion sizes chances are you are not consuming too many calories. If you are constantly active and can work in a few workouts in the week you WILL be using more energy and avoid storage of unused nutrients.

Hope this helps please ask questions any and all are welcome. :D