Yesterday I told you about the importance of protein at every meal. Well, that’s not all that should be on your plate.
About 5 months ago, I read a book that explained the importance of balancing protein with carbohydrates and fats. In fact, every meal/snack should have some combination of these 3 things. That way, you are making sure your body is receiving all of its necessary nutrients. When your body is getting a balanced meal at regular intervals, it won’t have to overcompensate for “empty gaps.” This overcompensation is usually referred to as “sugar spikes,” “stored fat,” etc. Regular balanced meals keep all of your body levels consistent, instead of having highs and lows.
Some examples of how I balance my meals are:
A sliced apple (carb/sugar) with almond butter (protein)
Wheat pasta (carb) with olive oil (fat) and pine nuts (protein)
Turkey burger (protein) with cheese (fat) on a whole wheat bun (carb)
The book that I read about balancing your meals is “Naturally Thin” by Bethenny Frankel. You can check out her website at: www.bethenny.com
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