HEALTH: Meal Idea :)

   It may be hard to get back to your old eating habits after a summer vacation. But there are multiple things you can do to ensure you feel great. Having meals that combine protein and veggies are ultimately the best. It keeps you full longer and veggies give you great nutrients with little calories and no fat.  

This is a salad containing different types of lettuce... the more variety and the deeper the color of the leafs the better it is for you:) It also has snap peas, cherry tomatoes, red pepper, red onion, avocado, chili peppers, cashew nuts, and chicken breast. Use any type of lighter dressing you like... I like to add fresh squeezed lime for a really fresh taste.

Health Facts:

AVOCADO: Is a super-food! It may be high in calories (from the oil, which is GREAT for your skin) but the nutrients you get from this super fruit is amazing! 

1.  Avocados are an excellent source of glutathione, an important antioxidant that researchers say is important in preventing aging, cancer, and heart disease
2. Research has found that certain nutrients are absorbed better when eaten with avocado
3. Avocados are the best fruit source of vitamin E, an essential vitamin that protects against many diseases and helps maintains overall health
4. Avocado also contains vitamin A,K, and C. Great for overall health!! Your hair, skin and eyes will be brighter and have more moisture:)
5. lowers cholesterol !

This is only a glimpse into how much avocado has to offer... 

CHERRY TOMATOES: So tasty!! And full of vitamins and antioxidants:) 

1. Full of Vitamins C, A AND K
2. Lycopene a carotenoid found in tomatoes has been a hot topic lately. It has the ability to protect cells and other structures in the body from oxygen damage!!  Great antioxidant with cancer-preventing properties.... not just lycopene itself but its combination with other health benefits from the tomato. EAT THEM! So sweet its like candy:) 
3. Good source of fiber... lowering cholesterol levels and keeps blood sugar level low.
4. Contains beta-carotene.... most of you have heard of this due to it helping with getting a healthy tan that lasts longer. 

If you find it hard to find healthy options while at work, then plan ahead!! If you can plan your meals you are less likely to snack on high calorie foods that give you nothing in return.

I pack some chicken breast with veggies to snack on throughout the day so I don't feel that hunger pain that usually results in rash decisions of chocolate! :)