1- Say Hello to the Good Stuff
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This is something you could eat at home, or bring with you on the go. It never fails, is filling without being fattening, and could be the best thing you could eat for lunch!
For this, you’d have to choose a green base first, which could be any of the following:
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- spinach, arugula, kale, or mixed salad greens.
Then, choose three vegetables to add to your base, which could be either of the following:
- jicama, snap peas, mushrooms, celery, bell peppers, mint,
- cilantro, dill, parsley, artichoke hearts, roasted peppers,
- onion, cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, radish, or carrots.
Then, add a healthy fat. For this, you can choose from the following:
- 2 Tbsp Kalamata Olives, sunflower seeds,
- pumpkin seeds, walnuts, almonds, ¼ avocado.
Now, add one serving of protein. You can choose from the following:
- cubed tempeh, cubed tofu, diced turkey or chicken,
- shrimp, sardines, salmon. Make sure you have at least 4 ounces of your protein.
Finally, choose a dressing from this list:
- 1 Tbsp olive oil with lemon juice,
- 2 Tbsp tahini with lemon juice or apple cider vinegar.
2- Whole Food Protein Shake
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It’s also best that you make a whole food protein shake. This is something you could drink for breakfast, before or after working out, and just any time during the day, especially when you feel like you need some boost of energy. This drink will surely keep you going!
For this, you’d need the following:
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup almond milk, unsweetened
- ½ Tbsp extra virgin coconut butter
- ¼ avocado
- 2 walnuts
- 1 Tbsp hemp seeds
- 1 Tbsp chia seeds
- 1 Tbsp almond butter
- ¼ lemon with rind
- ½ cup frozen cranberries
- ½ cup frozen wild blueberries
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3- Nourishing Entrees and Aromatic Greens
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This salad is perfect for dinner—the time when you need something light but filling to eat, and something that would not ruin your metabolic process.
For this one, you have to choose a green base first, which could be any of the following:
What you’d have to do is just steam or sauté your choice lightly with some oil (preferably olive or extra virgin) and garlic.
Then, choose 4 to 6 ounces of protein, which could be any of the following:
Add your chosen protein to your base, serve, and enjoy!
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4- Healthy Snacks
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Of course, you also need some healthy snacks with you. Make sure that they’re nutty—unless you have peanut allergies—and that they’re quick creamy.
For this, you could choose:
- ¼ cup mixed nuts,
- sliced raw veggies of your choice with tapenade,
- hummus, or creamy tahini.
5- You can also eat the following vegetables:
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Apart from what was mentioned, you can also eat the following vegetables below:
- Artichoke, arugula, Swiss chard, mushrooms, mustard greens,
- Dandelion greens, onions, eggplants, bean sprouts, tomatoes,
- Parsley, endive, beet greens, fennel, bell peppers, watercress,
- Celery, radishes, lettuce, spinach, zucchini, summer squash, kale,
- Green beans, hearts of palm, cauliflower, jalapeno peppers,
- Snow peas, cabbage, collard greens, ginger,
- Brussels Sprouts, chives, garlic, broccoli, and celery.
6- You’re also allowed to use the following to season or intensify your dishes with:
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- Olive oil, coconut oil, sesame seeds, pumpkin seeds,
- flax seeds, chia seeds, hemp seeds, nut butters,
- apple cider vinegar, balsamic vinegar, parsley, paprika,
- cilantro, coriander, cinnamon, onion powder, oregano,
- sage, cayenne pepper, chili powder, rosemary, thyme,
- turmeric, black powder, sea salt, Dijon mustard,
- low-sodium vegetable broth, unsweetened almond milk, and coconut milk.
By making sure that you start with the foods mentioned here, you can definitely help yourself be on your way to a better, healthier, and toxic-free you!