Learning Curve

Here is Lauren's reply to me on some questions I had about what to eat.

Hi Katie,

There is a blog post on the website (under the nutrition category) called "Top 10 Protein Snacks" that might help. I do take a protein supplement myself, but I also try to find natural sources as well (like edamame, healthy nuts, Greek yogurt (my favorite choice), beef jerky (high in sodium but great), egg whites, etc. The best place to start is what you're in the mood for. Instead of focusing on what WE eat or what others are eating, start with what you crave and try to find alternative foods for those cravings. For example, I love coconut and pineapple. I eat pineapple Greek yogurt and sprinkle a little coconut on top of it. I even throw in some dark chocolate bits once in a while if I'm having a sweet craving. This is a very healthy alternative to ice cream, pina coladas, etc.

I hope this helps - it takes research and hard work up front, but it will all become second nature to you in a couple of weeks, I promise. Consider this a learning curve that will get easier and easier the more research you do and questions you ask.

That's exactly what I needed. I think I can manage to figure out dinner, but breakfast is one of the hardest things for me. I don't have a problem remembering to eat it, just didn't know what to eat for that extra protein.  So it looks like I will be buying some Greek yogurt today!