The foods which keep you strong -your "diet" essentials!

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  • thepetiterunner
    thepetiterunner Posts: 1,238 Member
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    I have a few staples I just keep around:

    Quinoa
    Bulgur
    Brown rice
    Black Beans
    Veggies & fresh herbs (carrots, celery, bell peppers, green onion, cilantro, basil, tomatoes, kale, baby salad mix mostly)
    Peanut butter
    Fresh fruits (bananas, apples, pears, strawberries, blueberries mostly)
    Chicken
    Protein powder (GNC AMP Wheybolic 60 in Chocolate - heavenly!)
    Greek yogurt
    Cottage Cheese
    Whole wheat bread
    Eggs

    I think it'd be up a creek without these stocked at all times.
  • 714rah714
    714rah714 Posts: 759 Member
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    For me, it's avocados, life wouldn't be worth living if there was no avocados.
  • CharityEaton
    CharityEaton Posts: 508
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    60% cocoa ghiradelli dark chocolate chips! Yup that is my MUST HAVE item! I keep a bag of them in the cabinet at all times.
    a few of those with a few almonds is a perfect snack. Sweet, crunchy and chocolatey all in one! I don't feel guilty for having my daly dose of chocolate either! You can also sprinkle a few chips on top of your Greek yogurt! trust me it is perfect!

    and of course all the other things like:
    oats
    greek yogurt
    protein powder
    pb2
    fresh and frozen fruits and veg of all types
    ready to use grilled chicken breast strips are a lifesaver
    anything that adds a delicious aroma to the food to:
    fresh garlic
    cinnamon
    basil
    oregano
    you name it! If it makes the food smell delicious I add it in there!
  • LesliePierceRN
    LesliePierceRN Posts: 860 Member
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    La Tortilla Factory 80 cal high fiber low carb wheat wrap
    Liquid Eggs, 2 servings
    Raw baby spinach
    Low fat Feta Cheese, 1 serving
    Taco Bell hot sauce

    Make and omelet with the eggs, using olive oil to coat the pan
    Place the spinach on the surface of the wrap, add the feta, then lay the omelet on that.
    Drizzle with hot sauce, wrap and eat!! Wonderfully tasty, high in protein and nutrients, filling, and under 300 cals!
  • k8blujay2
    k8blujay2 Posts: 4,941 Member
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    Good dark chocolate. I can stay away from most junk food if I can just have a piece or two of good dark chocolate.
  • bcsrule
    bcsrule Posts: 51 Member
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    I see "Chia Seeds" mentioned several times. How are you adding them or what are you adding them to? And do they help you feel full?
  • MaximalLife
    MaximalLife Posts: 2,447 Member
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    I strive toward the ideal of lean meats, fresh fruits and veggies, low fat dairy, nuts and whole grains.
    A balanced diet of whole foods mostly.
    If man makes it, don't eat it.
    I set calories to 3000 to account for my activity level, exercises and other variables, and am losing a half a pound per week.
    Out of the 70 lb total weight loss, half of that resulted from a 2200 calorie diet, reflecting a deficit to affect a 2 lb per week weight loss, and my last 20 lbs were at 2500 where I lost 1lb weekly. After reaching my goals, I reset, then lowered my weekly loss expectation to a half a pound. Again, I have my daily calories set at 3000.
    It works:drinker:
    If your input is right, all will be well.
  • ArroganceInStep
    ArroganceInStep Posts: 6,239 Member
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    Spice

    I couldn't be making the progress I'm making without jalapenos, habaneros, and sriracha. Period.
  • eeebee
    eeebee Posts: 471 Member
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    Boiled eggs (for keeping me full)

    Fine green beans (to pad out rice/pasta/curries/stews)

    Greek yoghurt (instead of using mayo or cream)
  • tistal
    tistal Posts: 869 Member
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    Cabot vanilla Greek yogurt
    granola cereal
    Bananas
    Gala apples
    whole wheat 100 calorie flat rounds
    low-sodium deli sliced turkey breast
    tomatoes
    avacados
    red onion
    onions
    lemons
    Romaine
    baby carrots
    hummus
    1% milk
    berries
    black beans
    long grain rice
    chicken
    diced tomatoes
    whole wheat pasta
    ground turkey
    Mrs. Dash salt-free spices
    salmon
    frozen broccoli
    frozen brussel sprouts
    whole frozen chicken
    whole wheat tortillas
    frozen shrimp
    aspargus if its in season
    banana peppers
    Smuckers natural peanut butter
    no sugar added strawberry jam
    pop-corn
    dried cranberries
    unsalted peanuts
    unsalted roasted almonds

    My list is almost identical to this. Saved me a lot of typing! :)
  • AReasor
    AReasor Posts: 355 Member
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    Almonds!
  • Pronoiac
    Pronoiac Posts: 304
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    My go to foods:

    Buffalo
    Lamb
    Turkey
    Pinto Beans
    Popcorn
    Trader Joes turkey bacon
    Pistachios
    Chia Seeds
    Quinoa
    Skinny Noodle
  • Churble
    Churble Posts: 85 Member
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    Spice

    I couldn't be making the progress I'm making without jalapenos, habaneros, and sriracha. Period.

    I was fully expecting a Dune reference. My nerd is showing.
  • Pronoiac
    Pronoiac Posts: 304
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    I see "Chia Seeds" mentioned several times. How are you adding them or what are you adding them to? And do they help you feel full?

    Yes, they are excellent for contributing to feeling full. They can be used just like flax seeds. My primary usage is in my smoothies and protein shakes.
  • Pronoiac
    Pronoiac Posts: 304
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    Spice

    I couldn't be making the progress I'm making without jalapenos, habaneros, and sriracha. Period.

    I was fully expecting a Dune reference. My nerd is showing.

    Your nerd is blaring! ; ) But way to go deep on the reference!!!
  • SLRamirez2012
    SLRamirez2012 Posts: 297
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    I eat the same most days and try to stick with that

    Morning: Porridge made with low fat milk with a spoon of weight watchers blackcurrant jam. Cup of decaf tea with low fat milk

    Lunch: A bagel with a low-low triangle or extra light garlic and herb spread, onion, tomato, shredded lettuce, tomato relish and wafer this turkey/chicken. An oxtail cuppasoup

    Dinner: A weight watchers meal, or chicken grilled on the george foreman with piri-piri seasoning, with boiled frozen veg and a thickly mixed cauliflower&broccoli cuppasoup poured over

    Snacks: mini babybel light, muller fat free yoghurts, cheestrings, options belgian hot chocolate, velvet crunch cheese and onion crisps

    xx

    That food sounds awesome.. but you should try and mix it up sometimes so you don't get tired of the same things everyday. :wink:
  • umachanxo
    umachanxo Posts: 926 Member
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    Skim milk
    Oatmeal
    Banana's
    Apples
    Oranges
    Celery
    Carrots
    100 Cal granola bars (I know they have a lot of sugar, but make a great treat!)

    Those are all that I can think of right now lol
  • andreacord
    andreacord Posts: 928
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    *Deep breath* This could be fairly long winded.

    My "essentials":

    Baby Carrots
    Eggs
    Cucumber
    Spinach/Salad mix
    Light Tzatziki dip (Basically if it's a vegetable that's raw, you'll find this along with the veggie)
    Protein Powder
    Clif/Luna Bars
    Light PB
    Tuna
    Tilapia/Salmon/Shrimp
    Sugar Free Jello
    Sugar Free Popsicles
    Spaghetti Squash
    Pasta Sauce
    Ground Turkey.


    *Deep breath out*. See, told you I was gonna be long winded. I snack very, very frequently in small usually 100-200 calorie portions and that's how I stay satisfied usually.
  • teagin2002
    teagin2002 Posts: 1,901 Member
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    Turnips, green bell pepper, hot chilies, green beans, spinach, cucumber, tomato, onion, garlic,
    lemons, oranges, apples, cherries, blueberries,
    olive oil and coconut oil, almonds, pumpkin seeds, flax seeds,
    Basmati rice, whole grain old fashion oats, ole high fiber tortillas, Arnold healthful multi grain bread,
    Feta Cheese, 2% milk sharp cheddar, 2% milk, reduced fat sour cream,
    Muscle milk whey protein powder, chicken breasts, and costco salmon patties,
    Sugar free pudding mix, either splena or stevia
    Table salt/pepper, cumin seeds, cardamom, cloves, bay leaf, cinnamon stick, garlic powder, Cayenne powder

    There are so many healthy meals that can be made with these ingredients.
  • jennilovesryan
    jennilovesryan Posts: 124
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    homemade salsa no chips
    tomatoes fresh from farmer's market
    greek yogurt with fruit
    steel cut oats
    cucumbers
    chicken breasts
    fresh herbs
    spices
    olive oil
    almond milk - unsweetened
    stevia

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