Diet and Nutrition
Eating healthy is crucial for losing weight and maintaining overall well-being. Consuming a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains helps shed excess pounds and provides essential nutrients your body needs. There's no substitute for the benefits of healthy eating; it boosts energy levels, improves mood, and supports long-term health goals. Prioritizing nutritious food choices is the key to achieving a healthier, more vibrant life.
You can't eat cake and candy regularly and expect to have a fit, healthy body. These sugary treats are high in empty calories, leading to weight gain and poor nutrition. Consuming too much sugar can result in energy crashes, cravings, and long-term health issues like diabetes and heart disease. For a good body, focus on a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains, and reserve sweets for occasional indulgences.
In the words of
Charles William Murray
affectionately known as " Bad Azz Billy Bob"
"This shit don't come out of no cereal box" –
a reminder that true strength and resilience are earned through hard work and perseverance.
Let's start with cutting out these two things:
"Bread and soda"
Cut out bread and soda from your diet for the next month and you will see an instant result.
Meal prep
Meal prep is a powerful tool for controlling the foods we eat and the portions we consume. By preparing meals in advance, we can ensure that we are choosing nutritious, balanced options over unhealthy convenience foods. Meal prep helps regulate portion sizes, preventing overeating and promoting weight loss. By consistently eating the right types of foods in appropriate amounts, meal prep supports a healthy lifestyle, making it easier to achieve and maintain fitness and overall well-being.
"The old saying holds true that you are what you eat"
Glass and plastic meal prep kits each have their own advantages and fans. Some people prefer glass for its durability and the fact that it doesn’t retain odors or stains, while others opt for plastic due to its lighter weight and shatter-resistant nature. There's no right or wrong choice between glass and plastic meal prep kits. The key focus should be on the nutritious, healthy foods you put inside them. Regardless of the container type, what truly matters is preparing balanced meals that support your health and fitness goals.
Food for thought:
You can't control what other people do.
You can only control what you do.
"Meal of the week"
Ingredients:
Salmon: Any type of salmon will work—wild-caught or farm-raised. Make sure it’s fully defrosted and a bright pink color. A center-cut, even piece tends to sear the best.
Fresh Spinach Leaves: Just a few handfuls are enough.
Vegetable Broth: For a deeper flavor in the cream sauce.
Heavy Cream: Look for a brand with minimal ingredients and without carrageenan. Quality cream makes the best creamy spinach sauce.
Salt and Pepper: To season the salmon and sauce.
Olive Oil: For searing the salmon.
Minced Garlic: Adds flavor to the sauce.
Red Pepper Flakes: Optional, for a little heat.
Grated Parmesan Cheese: For extra richness.
Lemon Juice: A teaspoon adds brightness.
Instructions:
Prepare the Salmon:
Pat the salmon fillets dry on both sides and season with salt and pepper.
Sear the Salmon:
Heat olive oil in a large non-stick or cast iron pan over medium-high heat.
Add the salmon, skin side up, and sear until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes per side). Remove from the pan and set aside.
Make the Sauce:
In the same pan, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
Pour in vegetable broth, red pepper flakes, and heavy cream. Bring to a low simmer over medium heat.
Stir consistently until the sauce thickens and reduces by almost half.
Add Spinach:
Add the fresh spinach leaves and stir until lightly wilted (around 2-3 minutes).
Season the spinach cream sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
Combine and Serve:
Return the seared salmon to the pan, spooning some of the sauce over it.
Serve immediately, perhaps with a side of quick quinoa or brown rice to soak up that delicious sauce!
Enjoy this rich and flavorful creamy garlic spinach salmon as a nutritious and delicious meal perfect for any occasion!
Creamy Garlic Spinach Salmon
