Doctors have studied for a very long time to be able to gain a comprehensive knowledge of health and the human body. However, sometimes we forget that no matter how accomplished they may be, we still have the responsibility to make sure we are asking them questions that will enable them to help us in the best way possible.
1. Understand the plan first. You will be eating three small meals throughout the day and beginning and ending your day with a protein shake for a total of five meal during the day. This amounts to 35 meals per week or (subtracting the protein shakes), 21 prepared meals.
2. Head to the store and pick up 21 Tupperware containers (probably 1-2 lb containers) and choose the size you would be comfortable eating three times a day and feel full (but never stuffed). To be honest you will probably not be able to make the week without cheating so you can plan on 19 Tupperware containers which means you miss two meals to eat one large meal of whatever you want once a week.
3. Sit down and write out some possible meals. Meals that I have made for each Tupperware container have included: *Fried stew steak (small chunks of steak that sell for cheap) marinated for a few hours in lemon and spices. Fried rice with vegetables and potatoes. Mix all the items together to create a cheap stir-fry. Eat an apple or banana with two of the meals. *Chicken stew with large chunks of grilled chicken (home-cooked) on rice. Pour the stew on top of chicken and rice to make a Hawaiian haystack type of meal. Stew should have vegetables in it. Grab a pear. *Tuna mixed with large macaroni noodle pasta with sliced chestnuts and diced celery for texture. If you are home some frozen grapes (they last forever and are a personal favorite) or if away from home bring an orange or blueberries.
Lowers Heart Disease Risk When you give blood it lowers the levels of iron in the blood which decreases the amount of oxidative damage. This is the reason that women are less likely to have heart attacks than men, especially when they experience bleeding with their periods.
Take Charge While doctors have all the training, never forget that you are the patient. You are the one dealing with the symptoms and the results of any medical issues you may be experiencing. Usually doctors are good at remembering this, but sometimes their diagnosis can be more technical rather than taking you into account.
So don't be afraid to speak up. Always treat your doctor with respect, but make sure that he or she knows your situation. And if they have forgotten, don't be afraid to remind them. Also, always remember that you are paying money and taking time out of your day to find the best possible way to keep you healthy. If anything that your doctor suggests makes you feel uncomfortable, ensure that you make it known.
7. Put your food into the freezer and a few in the fridge so you have meals ready to go when you are hungry and then others frozen so they don't go bad. Each morning shift the next day's meals from the freezer into the fridge so they can thaw.
8. When the day starts drink a protein shake before leaving the house and make sure to grab two meals from the fridge before you head off to work. Around 11 am you will eat your first meal (I eat mine while at my desk) and then another at around 2 pm. When you get off work eat your last meal around 5-6 pm. Wait and hour or so and hit the gym while you still have a lot of energy but not when your stomach is full. After returning from your work out wait half hour and then finish off the night with another glass of protein shake. Side note: A lot of protein shakes and supplements are garbage in a container. It is extremely easy to start your own shake company and many mixes are relatively the same with varying price points. Some of them actually have more heavy metals than you should be consuming as well as other questionable ingredients. Do your research before you purchase and don't just buy the cheap sugary mess from Wal-Mart.
9. Enjoy your meals and your make the most of your workout. While this style of meal planning may not be for everyone I really enjoyed it. There are great benefits like only having to cook once a week and always having a good meal on hand if you are hungry (avoids binge eating crap). You can also save money this way by avoiding eating out and most importantly make the most of your workout by giving your body the nutrients and energy it needs to create muscle and eliminate fat. I realize the meal plan is more of an outline but this allows you to make adjustments if you like and find out meals you enjoy. Experiment to find out what you like and make sure to be consistent in your eating habits. A great part of exercise and meal planning is that a lot of health insurance companies will lower your premiums if you report consistent exercise and take health tests each year. So not only are you able to stay in shape but you get affordable health insurance as well.
1. Understand the plan first. You will be eating three small meals throughout the day and beginning and ending your day with a protein shake for a total of five meal during the day. This amounts to 35 meals per week or (subtracting the protein shakes), 21 prepared meals.
2. Head to the store and pick up 21 Tupperware containers (probably 1-2 lb containers) and choose the size you would be comfortable eating three times a day and feel full (but never stuffed). To be honest you will probably not be able to make the week without cheating so you can plan on 19 Tupperware containers which means you miss two meals to eat one large meal of whatever you want once a week.
3. Sit down and write out some possible meals. Meals that I have made for each Tupperware container have included: *Fried stew steak (small chunks of steak that sell for cheap) marinated for a few hours in lemon and spices. Fried rice with vegetables and potatoes. Mix all the items together to create a cheap stir-fry. Eat an apple or banana with two of the meals. *Chicken stew with large chunks of grilled chicken (home-cooked) on rice. Pour the stew on top of chicken and rice to make a Hawaiian haystack type of meal. Stew should have vegetables in it. Grab a pear. *Tuna mixed with large macaroni noodle pasta with sliced chestnuts and diced celery for texture. If you are home some frozen grapes (they last forever and are a personal favorite) or if away from home bring an orange or blueberries.
Lowers Heart Disease Risk When you give blood it lowers the levels of iron in the blood which decreases the amount of oxidative damage. This is the reason that women are less likely to have heart attacks than men, especially when they experience bleeding with their periods.
Take Charge While doctors have all the training, never forget that you are the patient. You are the one dealing with the symptoms and the results of any medical issues you may be experiencing. Usually doctors are good at remembering this, but sometimes their diagnosis can be more technical rather than taking you into account.
So don't be afraid to speak up. Always treat your doctor with respect, but make sure that he or she knows your situation. And if they have forgotten, don't be afraid to remind them. Also, always remember that you are paying money and taking time out of your day to find the best possible way to keep you healthy. If anything that your doctor suggests makes you feel uncomfortable, ensure that you make it known.
7. Put your food into the freezer and a few in the fridge so you have meals ready to go when you are hungry and then others frozen so they don't go bad. Each morning shift the next day's meals from the freezer into the fridge so they can thaw.
8. When the day starts drink a protein shake before leaving the house and make sure to grab two meals from the fridge before you head off to work. Around 11 am you will eat your first meal (I eat mine while at my desk) and then another at around 2 pm. When you get off work eat your last meal around 5-6 pm. Wait and hour or so and hit the gym while you still have a lot of energy but not when your stomach is full. After returning from your work out wait half hour and then finish off the night with another glass of protein shake. Side note: A lot of protein shakes and supplements are garbage in a container. It is extremely easy to start your own shake company and many mixes are relatively the same with varying price points. Some of them actually have more heavy metals than you should be consuming as well as other questionable ingredients. Do your research before you purchase and don't just buy the cheap sugary mess from Wal-Mart.
9. Enjoy your meals and your make the most of your workout. While this style of meal planning may not be for everyone I really enjoyed it. There are great benefits like only having to cook once a week and always having a good meal on hand if you are hungry (avoids binge eating crap). You can also save money this way by avoiding eating out and most importantly make the most of your workout by giving your body the nutrients and energy it needs to create muscle and eliminate fat. I realize the meal plan is more of an outline but this allows you to make adjustments if you like and find out meals you enjoy. Experiment to find out what you like and make sure to be consistent in your eating habits. A great part of exercise and meal planning is that a lot of health insurance companies will lower your premiums if you report consistent exercise and take health tests each year. So not only are you able to stay in shape but you get affordable health insurance as well.
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