Too Much Fat, Not Enough Protein, Help!

RenaTX

Twice a week I bake / hard boil eggs and store them in the fridge for a quick grab and go breakfast. You could peel them first so you can eat them while you are driving.

I also usually have a fruit in the morning like cut up apples, a banana or another easy to travel type of fruit. If you can add some nut butter with the apples to add more protein.

You could keep some greek yogurt and mix in some fruit like raspberries for a nice high protein and fiber snack.

If you are starving during the day it's probably because you aren't eating much breakfast at all. I'm not sure what that watermelon stuff is but veggie chips aren't very healthy and I can't imagine that the drink you are taking is either. If you bulk up your breakfast and add some healthy fat and protein you probably won't be starving.


As for exercise what about walking? That's a great way to get some exercise and it's low impact and easy to start with.

dramallamaduck

Twice a week I bake / hard boil eggs and store them in the fridge for a quick grab and go breakfast. You could peel them first so you can eat them while you are driving.

I also usually have a fruit in the morning like cut up apples, a banana or another easy to travel type of fruit. If you can add some nut butter with the apples to add more protein.

You could keep some greek yogurt and mix in some fruit like raspberries for a nice high protein and fiber snack.

If you are starving during the day it's probably because you aren't eating much breakfast at all. I'm not sure what that watermelon stuff is but veggie chips aren't very healthy and I can't imagine that the drink you are taking is either. If you bulk up your breakfast and add some healthy fat and protein you probably won't be starving.


As for exercise what about walking? That's a great way to get some exercise and it's low impact and easy to start with.

The watermelon stuff is a supplement that helps my energy levels. Recently I've been having a lot of medical issues and my fatigue is through the roof. I've cleared it with my doctor, and it's better than soda.

Gramps251

Thank you everyone... Seriously.

I will definitely start planning some things out instead of throwing a bunch of stuff in my lunch box and calling it a meal.

I feel pretty ignorant when it comes to the foods I'm eating. I feel like I know NOTHING. I know it's a learning process, but I can't help but feel like a moron.

Is brown rice better for you than white rice? I'm trying to figure out in my head what I can start bringing for meals..

If you need carbs brown rice is better but you need lean protiens. Tuna, skinless chicken breast, pork tenderloin, flank steak, greek yogurt, an egg, salmon, shrimp......... Lots of good choices.

You'll probably be better off cutting out carbs that are processed so brown rice, oat meal, good dense breads (not soft fluffy, processed).

Also, you'd do well to spend about $25 on a digital food scale.

I am in LOVE with my food scale.

I my mind, a decent meal will have a little bit of everything in it. Some complex carbs, lean protein and good fats. Oh and veggies. I know I don't eat enough veggies.

I don't always try to get "complex carbs, lean protein and good fats" in each meal but I make sure I get each (and a green veggie) throughout the day. But your new goals sound like you're on the right track.

melissa_bebb

I will definitely start making some changes to my intake. I work as a teacher with an hour commute, and quite often I'm running late. I usually have to resort to eating breakfast in my car. Can any recommend some behind the wheel friendly foods? Or should I bite the bullet and drag my butt out of bed much earlier?

I like to make egg sandwiches on either a bagel thin or whole wheat english muffin. When I get up, I go straight to the kitchen, spray a little olive oil spray in a ramekin and pop in an egg. I set the timer and let bake on 350 for about 12 mins. I then go shower and get ready. If the timer goes off before I'm ready, I just take my egg out of the oven and finish getting ready. I add that to a toasted muffin/bagel with a couple slices of deli meat or turkey bacon.

rubixrube3

SO here's the deal. Fat can be addictive, especially if you are eating unhealthy fats.There are saturated, trans, polysaturated, monosaturated fats. They are not all created equal. Trans fats is very unhealthy, and is in most commercial fried foods. If you are craving fat, try some nuts, or half an avocado.

Low fat or non fat greek yogurt is delicious and a great source of low fat protein. Plain and add some fruit or non sugar jam. protein satisfies your hunger longer. Like above baked chicken, baked fish, even canned tuna is a good quick protein, i eat low fat string cheese is a good snack as it has only like 50 calories and is tasty.

A lot of us are not taught good eating habits. Good for you to re-learn it the right way!! Good luck and don't give up.

503pdx

I agree with most posters, lean protein! I love Edamame (soy beans) for a snack and I start my day with a Whey protein shake, 1/2 cup yogurt, 1/2 cup milk, frozen fruit and 1 scoop (30g protein). It takes less than 5 mins for me to throw it in my Magic Bullet and take it with me. It feels like I'm eating ice cream too but very low overall calories.

You are seriously upside down on your calories too. You don't eat much during the day and then eat most of your calories in the afternoon or evening. You need to turn that around. Eat big at breakfast if you're going to. Take hardboiled eggs for your car ride. Or scramble some eggs with turkey bacon and cheese in a low carb tortilla and take it to go. You can even make it the night before.

PLANNING is your best friend. You know what you are going to eat, when and have it mapped out. It helps prevent the temptation to eat out. That HAS to stop. Plan your next day and log it ahead of time, like the night before. Then take what you've already weighed and marked out for the next day and eat it at your own pace. I'll take 2-3 hours to eat my lunch if I have several things, snacking on one piece at a time. Keeps your metabolism up and you feeling full but also sticking to a pre-portioned amount of calories.

I also noticed you load up with caffeine in the morning but I don't see you tracking any water intake. Water is your best friend. You should be drinking TONS of water throughout your day. Especially if you are going to drink caffeine.

Good luck!!!

dramallamaduck

I'm so glad I revisited this topic today!

I had baked chicken for breakfast. I have to admit, It was REALLY WEIRD!! But holy moly did it taste heavenly. And I didn't really start getting hungry until it was time for my lunch break.

I should have grabbed another baggie of chicken for lunch, because here I am, 2 hours later and hungry again. Luckily I packed apples, cucumbers, string cheese, and a grape fruit for snacks. I'm also planning on doing a little bit more of precooking tonight and hopefully picking up some cottage cheese.

I didn't get my eggs for breakfast. Dad took FOREVER in the bathroom this morning, and I can't do anything until I get my morning pee in.