What are some good foods to eat on a daily basis?

oXGetFitBabeXo
oXGetFitBabeXo Posts: 341 Member
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I'm trying to figure out what types of food i should buy and what i shouldnt..
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  • 2013sk
    2013sk Posts: 1,318 Member
    Chicken, Eggs, Fish, Nuts, Porridge Oats, Greek yoghurt, Cottage cheese, Veggies and lots of fruit!!!
  • farway
    farway Posts: 1,253 Member
    Maybe some what obvious answer, but fresh local veg & fruit in season should be first choice, for cost, nutrition and even green reasons
  • daniellemm1
    daniellemm1 Posts: 465 Member
    bump
  • AmyRhubarb
    AmyRhubarb Posts: 6,890 Member
    Berries
    Greek yogurt
    Nuts
    Apples
    Baby carrots
    Spinach
    Sugar snap peas
    Eggs
    Oatmeal
    Avocados
    Sweet potatoes/yams

    Those are some of my staples. :smile:
  • oXGetFitBabeXo
    oXGetFitBabeXo Posts: 341 Member
    And as far as carbs... Wraps/ 100 cal breads should i try to keep that out too?
  • DanaMcCrea
    DanaMcCrea Posts: 56 Member
    The fruit and veg question... More veg than fruit? Equal amounts? (daily)

    What do you all suggest?
  • Raynne413
    Raynne413 Posts: 1,527 Member
    Chocolate and peanut butter are my staples. . . :-D

    Past that, any veggies and fruits. . . I can't live without that. If I go a day with a good amount of either, I end up feeling like crap and starving the next day. Nuts as well. Greek yogurt is always good.
  • Raynne413
    Raynne413 Posts: 1,527 Member
    The fruit and veg question... More veg than fruit? Equal amounts? (daily)

    What do you all suggest?

    I'd say on average more veggies than fruit. . . but it just depends on what YOU like.
  • melaniecheeks
    melaniecheeks Posts: 6,349 Member
    I try to keep my fruit to one or 2 portions max per day, so lots more veg than fruit for me.
  • oXGetFitBabeXo
    oXGetFitBabeXo Posts: 341 Member
    Fruit most likely has more sugar in it i'd go with the veggies!
  • iLoveMyPitbull1225
    iLoveMyPitbull1225 Posts: 1,690 Member
    And as far as carbs... Wraps/ 100 cal breads should i try to keep that out too?

    i keep these on hands for days when I need a sandwich :)

    otherwise, I always buy:

    yogurt
    fresh fruit
    granola bars
    veggies
    fish


    every single week.
  • ammadove
    ammadove Posts: 97 Member
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  • snowflake266
    snowflake266 Posts: 38
    Nuts, fish, lean chicken or turkey , yogurt, vegs and not much fruit,but thats a personal choice
  • Guggz
    Guggz Posts: 17 Member
    I always have fruit on hand. Its very healthy and easy to count cal. Bananas are my favorite. Fruit sugar does not harm you unless you have a special medical condition. Oatmeal is also very good for a filling. All the veggie you can eat, does not matter which ones really. The are extremely low in cal, but very nutritious and are very good in wraps with a low fat hummus. :smile:
  • DanaMcCrea
    DanaMcCrea Posts: 56 Member
    Thanks guys - about the fruit and veg question :)

    My absolute favorite snack is sliced cucumber with homemade guacamole - YUM-O. And very quick to prepare!
    I also keep a large container in the fridge filled with veggies already cut in bite size portions - broccoli, cucumbers, carrots, celery, cauliflower, and cabbage. I eat spinach in my salads and bake fish every chance I get!

    I have Fiber One protein bars and 90 calorie bars on hand if I'm in a rush.
  • oXGetFitBabeXo
    oXGetFitBabeXo Posts: 341 Member
    This is a great help for everyone! -- I want to lose 10lbs in 2 months its time to load up on the veggies and fruits
  • Jacwhite22
    Jacwhite22 Posts: 7,010 Member
    Eat foods that you like. /thread



    But really make sure you get enough protein (1g/lb LBM) and fat (.3g / lb) . Fill the rest as you would like.







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  • Jacwhite22
    Jacwhite22 Posts: 7,010 Member
    Fruit sugar does not harm you unless you have a special medical condition.


    I am just curious why the first word in this statement. It is unnecessary.






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  • ZHawk1123
    ZHawk1123 Posts: 215
    Quinoa, avocado, cottage cheese, fish, grilled chicken, almonds, fruit and veggies.
  • Kyrosh
    Kyrosh Posts: 238
    I just love low fat yoghurt with cucumber and a little splash of maple syrup... I always have it in my fridge/cupboard :)
  • Jsnuggles
    Jsnuggles Posts: 33
    bump-great topic and answers!

    I am trying to keep most of what everyone said above on hand. One thing I have found I love when I don't eat oatmeal is Great Grains Protein Plus oats and nuts cereal with a tablespoon of flaxseed and skim milk. It really fills me up and keeps me going for a long time.
  • ninerbuff
    ninerbuff Posts: 49,039 Member
    Bacon


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  • rnprincess
    rnprincess Posts: 103 Member
    Definitely depends on what you like. Try and buy what you like so it can become a lifestyle. Experiment with different flavors. Try to avoid processed foods, fried foods, many "low fat' foods are high in sugar Some suggestions:
    boneless skinless chicken breast, rotisserie chicken is great when you don't feel like cooking; fish-salmon, tilapia
    Veggies: spinach, kale, broccoli, cabbage, brussel sprouts, romaine lettuce
    Good fats: Nuts, avocado
    Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, Almond milk, skim milk, reduced fat cheese
  • jenj1313
    jenj1313 Posts: 898 Member
    I try to eat 30g of protein per meal... it just works to keep me from snacking on sweets. My diet is in a gradual evolution. Right now, I'm working on my macros and calories. Once I get those under control, I'd like to cut back on "processed" foods, but for now, I feel like what I'm eating is better than my diet was in the past, and that's a step in the right direction.

    So, my current staples are:

    Frozen veggies, I buy the family sized bags b/c I eat a TON of these
    Fresh spinach
    Apples, clementines and bananas
    Canned tuna
    Boneless-skinless chicken breasts and thighs
    Premier protein shakes (CostCo) for when I have no time.
    Hard boiled eggs.
    Jennie-o low sodium turkey lunch meat (from the deli counter).
    Brown rice
  • oXGetFitBabeXo
    oXGetFitBabeXo Posts: 341 Member
    Sounds Delicious
  • SanteMulberry
    SanteMulberry Posts: 3,202 Member
    The fruit and veg question... More veg than fruit? Equal amounts? (daily)

    What do you all suggest?

    My general rule of thumb is to eat 2 to 3 servings of vegetables for every serving of fruit. I don't always reach that but cutting out sugar and wheat (and limiting other grains) helps. I don't eat fruit and grain at the same meal but I generally don't eat grain (rye or oats) at lunch or dinner so it's all good. Dairy makes vegetables a lot more palatable (I use organic butter or organic raw milk cheeses). I use table cream (18%) and cheese to make a simple cheese sauce that I put on lunchtime vegetables. I use lemon juice on vegetables like cooked spinach--the acid from the lemon helps to absorb the mineral richness of the spinach. :smile:
  • Lupercalia
    Lupercalia Posts: 1,857 Member
    Stuff I always have in the house: eggs, a variety of meats/fish, BACON, canned tuna, avocados, sweet potatoes, butter, olive oils, coconut oil, an assortment of fresh and frozen veggies, also fresh and frozen berries, coffee, tea, dark chocolate, whey protein.
  • Lupercalia
    Lupercalia Posts: 1,857 Member
    The fruit and veg question... More veg than fruit? Equal amounts? (daily)

    What do you all suggest?

    I personally eat many more servings of veggies than fruit. I have issues with blood sugar/insulin, though. If I didn't, I wouldn't concern myself with it too much. I'd eat fruit when I wanted, which would be a whole lot more often than I do now. :smile:
  • Bizzeemamanj
    Bizzeemamanj Posts: 26
    I always try to have 1 veggie and 1 fruit with every meal. I don't always succeed, but I try! I also like to have a couple of good protein sources each day - usually eggs for breakfast and a lean meat with dinner and/or lunch. I also eat lots of greek yogurt, mixed with granola, fruit and honey. I also add ground flax seed to the mix. I've also been eating a ton more fish than I used to because I'm so tired of chicken.
  • nicruns
    nicruns Posts: 201 Member
    I went grocery shopping last night with the thought in my head: what's nutritious that I'll actually look forward to eating?

    my personal preference convenience items are: WATER, apples, peppers, almonds, canned tuna, hard boiled eggs, if I'm in a pinch at work and wind up desk-bound (where I can't exactly EAT anyway in my office!) I have this on hand: http://www.bolthouse.com/product/greengoodness (I guess that's a "when I'm stuck" meal replacement drink for me).

    & the stuff that requires more effort & is worth it every time: fresh fish, chicken, pork tenderloin, cooking with beans (chick peas, black beans & lentils primarily), quinoa, grilled zuchini & baked root vegetables (in a little olive oil with fresh herbs)
    = YUM!

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