Lately I’ve been getting requests for healthy and quick summer time recipes. As the weather really starts to warm up our bodies naturally crave lighter foods.
It’s easier to grab a piece of fruit or some raw veggies when it’s hot out… be careful though because lighter foods can also contain more sugar and fats in dressings and marinades.
Remember the formula for blood sugar balance and appetite satisfaction: protein + fat + fibre at every meal and snack.
- Eat your fruit with 10-15 nuts or 1 ounce of cheese (if tolerated) or a small amount of protein like an egg.
- Make a choice between adding, avocado, cheese and an oil based dressing to your salad. All are fats. Even though you might be choosing heart healthy fats like avocado and olive oil they can still contribute to weight gain when you have too much.
- Aim for two portions of fruit per day. An average fruit portion size is about 1 cup or the size of you closed fist.
Check back tomorrow for a couple of easy healthy recipes for summertime weight loss.
Share what are some of your summertime food selection tips and tricks in the comments.