I’d love more information! I asked at the front desk last week (after I received an email), but the person I spoke with wasn’t able to answer my questions. I’m curious if there are any group sessions I can join (early evenings or weekends only).
Heat oil in pot. Add shredded carrots, celery, and zucchini, diced bell peppers, and any other vegetables you’d like to include. Saute until soft.
Add 540 mL (1 can) of Italian diced tomatoes and 1L (1 box) of vegetable broth. Season with oregano and garlic powder. Boil gently for 15 minutes.
Puree 850 grams (2 cans) of chickpeas (with liquid) in a blender or food processor. Add chickpea puree to the pot. Boil for 10 minutes to blend the flavours.
This is a hearty soup that can feed your whole family. It has a decent amount of protein because of the chickpeas. Sorry no photos because I made it on Monday, and there isn’t any left!
I didn’t know broccoli had such a high ratio of protein. Good to know!
My favourite high protein snack is Vanilla Skyr with chocolate powdered peanut butter.
If following the serving suggestion on the containers, it has 23 grams of protein. However, I typically eat a larger portion of the Skyr and a half sized portion of the powdered peanut butter.
If following the serving suggestion, it has 23 grams of protein. However, I typically eat a larger portion of the Skyr and a half sized portion of the powdered peanut butter.
I logged my food from today, and it appears that I ate 90 grams of protein…but I was also concentrating on protein, so I know I don’t typically eat this much.
Even though calorie counts can be off by as much as 50%, I’m still motivated by having that nutritional information available to me. For example, I know that I make better choices in the US where nutritional info is shown on the menu (even though it’s most likely not accurate).
It seems like the only thing we can count on is the fact that our bodies get used to what we are currently doing.
“Almost any consistent effort, applied over time, seems to be enough to move you forward.” – I tend to be an “all or nothing” person, so thank you for the article link and the reminder that a realistic and consistent approach, even if not perfect, still leads to results. Even if you don’t stick to the plan 100% of the time, as long as you do something, you will keep moving forward with your goals. The glass isn’t half full or half empty…it’s refillable!
“New habits need to be convenient and easy to incorporate.” – This is where I always get stuck! I want to eat healthier, but I don’t particularly enjoy taking the time to pre-plan my meals or cook something that involves lots of preparation. I never seem to give dinner any thought until I walk in the door, and it probably doesn’t help that I’m a vegetarian and my husband and daughter are not. Maybe this is coming later, but can you recommend any apps that help with vegetarian meal planning?
I joined this challenge because, even though I have had some initial weight loss success by increasing my physical activity, I know that I can’t out train a poor diet, and it’s time to learn about and focus on the nutrition I am putting into my body. My goal sounds generic, but I am hoping to flush it out more, with the information I learn during the challenge.
Specific: My goal is to achieve sustainable weight loss through a combination of dietary changes and physical activity.
Measurable: I will aim to lose 1 pound per week, totalling a target weight loss of 20 pounds over the next six months.
Achievable: I will combine a slight caloric deficit through dietary changes with regular exercise, focusing on both cardio and strength training activities.
Relevant: I recognize that weight loss is not solely dependent on exercise and that a balanced and calorie-conscious diet is crucial for achieving and maintaining a healthy weight.
Time-Bound: Over the next 6 months, I will make small and gradual changes toward eating a well-balanced diet (less processed foods!) with a slight caloric deficit, complemented by a structured exercise routine. It’s important to me that any changes I make are sustainable and not temporary.
By setting this SMART goal, I am emphasizing the importance of addressing both diet and exercise to achieve a sustainable and healthy weight loss. I recognize that a combination of lifestyle changes is more effective than relying solely on physical activity to offset poor dietary habits.
I’m hoping to become inspired to pre-plan and prep my meals and snacks. I’ve been really good these past six months or so about making the time to get the exercise my body needs, but nutrition is something I really need to work on. Thanks for hosting this challenge, Krysta! I’m excited to learn from you. I’ve heard lots of great things about you from Jodi and Ula.
I’d love more information! I asked at the front desk last week (after I received an email), but the person I spoke with wasn’t able to answer my questions. I’m curious if there are any group sessions I can join (early evenings or weekends only).
Easy Recipe for Chickpea Soup
Heat oil in pot. Add shredded carrots, celery, and zucchini, diced bell peppers, and any other vegetables you’d like to include. Saute until soft.
Add 540 mL (1 can) of Italian diced tomatoes and 1L (1 box) of vegetable broth. Season with oregano and garlic powder. Boil gently for 15 minutes.
Puree 850 grams (2 cans) of chickpeas (with liquid) in a blender or food processor. Add chickpea puree to the pot. Boil for 10 minutes to blend the flavours.
This is a hearty soup that can feed your whole family. It has a decent amount of protein because of the chickpeas. Sorry no photos because I made it on Monday, and there isn’t any left!
I didn’t know broccoli had such a high ratio of protein. Good to know!
My favourite high protein snack is Vanilla Skyr with chocolate powdered peanut butter.
If following the serving suggestion on the containers, it has 23 grams of protein. However, I typically eat a larger portion of the Skyr and a half sized portion of the powdered peanut butter.
I didn’t know broccoli had such a high ratio of protein. Good to know!
My favourite high protein snack is Vanilla Skyr with chocolate powdered peanut butter.
https://www.presidentschoice.ca/product/pc-vanilla-skyr-icelandic-style-4-percent-mf-yogurt/21032812_EA
https://www.amazon.ca/PB-Me-Chocolate-Hazelnut-Powdered/dp/B01I4KPCK0/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?crid=3R1F7VO5QLG70&keywords=chocolate+peanut+butter+powder&qid=1704515464&sprefix=chocolate+peanut+butter%2Caps%2C137&sr=8-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9waG9uZV9zZWFyY2hfYXRm&psc=1
If following the serving suggestion, it has 23 grams of protein. However, I typically eat a larger portion of the Skyr and a half sized portion of the powdered peanut butter.
Thanks, I will check out that website!
I logged my food from today, and it appears that I ate 90 grams of protein…but I was also concentrating on protein, so I know I don’t typically eat this much.
Even though calorie counts can be off by as much as 50%, I’m still motivated by having that nutritional information available to me. For example, I know that I make better choices in the US where nutritional info is shown on the menu (even though it’s most likely not accurate).
It seems like the only thing we can count on is the fact that our bodies get used to what we are currently doing.
“Almost any consistent effort, applied over time, seems to be enough to move you forward.” – I tend to be an “all or nothing” person, so thank you for the article link and the reminder that a realistic and consistent approach, even if not perfect, still leads to results. Even if you don’t stick to the plan 100% of the time, as long as you do something, you will keep moving forward with your goals. The glass isn’t half full or half empty…it’s refillable!
“New habits need to be convenient and easy to incorporate.” – This is where I always get stuck! I want to eat healthier, but I don’t particularly enjoy taking the time to pre-plan my meals or cook something that involves lots of preparation. I never seem to give dinner any thought until I walk in the door, and it probably doesn’t help that I’m a vegetarian and my husband and daughter are not. Maybe this is coming later, but can you recommend any apps that help with vegetarian meal planning?
I joined this challenge because, even though I have had some initial weight loss success by increasing my physical activity, I know that I can’t out train a poor diet, and it’s time to learn about and focus on the nutrition I am putting into my body. My goal sounds generic, but I am hoping to flush it out more, with the information I learn during the challenge.
Specific: My goal is to achieve sustainable weight loss through a combination of dietary changes and physical activity.
Measurable: I will aim to lose 1 pound per week, totalling a target weight loss of 20 pounds over the next six months.
Achievable: I will combine a slight caloric deficit through dietary changes with regular exercise, focusing on both cardio and strength training activities.
Relevant: I recognize that weight loss is not solely dependent on exercise and that a balanced and calorie-conscious diet is crucial for achieving and maintaining a healthy weight.
Time-Bound: Over the next 6 months, I will make small and gradual changes toward eating a well-balanced diet (less processed foods!) with a slight caloric deficit, complemented by a structured exercise routine. It’s important to me that any changes I make are sustainable and not temporary.
By setting this SMART goal, I am emphasizing the importance of addressing both diet and exercise to achieve a sustainable and healthy weight loss. I recognize that a combination of lifestyle changes is more effective than relying solely on physical activity to offset poor dietary habits.
I’m hoping to become inspired to pre-plan and prep my meals and snacks. I’ve been really good these past six months or so about making the time to get the exercise my body needs, but nutrition is something I really need to work on. Thanks for hosting this challenge, Krysta! I’m excited to learn from you. I’ve heard lots of great things about you from Jodi and Ula.