Flax + Chia + Yogurt + Blubes
In the mix:
- 1 c. Chobani plain Greek yogurt
- Fresh blueberries
- Chia seeds
- Ground flax seeds
Come in Close for da Good Stuff
People seem to praise protein as the miracle element to any meal to help you feel fuller for longer. While I totally agree with this, I also need fat and fiber! If I just eat a hunk of meat, I am left wanting more. Add in some fat (nuts, seeds, cheese!) and fiber (veggies, fruit, whole grains!) and I’m a happy girl.
Eat Up!
Don’t fear the fat!
What a great breakfast to enjoy after a sweaty workout.
Workout
This morning I headed to the gym ready to exercise! I guess two days off from the gym coupled with some seriously indulgent eating over the weekend served as a good motivator. Note to self: If I’m ever suffering from gym burn out, I should take some time off. It will reinvigorate me!
My morning workout included a BodyPump class followed by 20 minutes on the elliptical. It felt so good to get my blood flowin’!
Fast forward through a nice 2.5 mile walk with Sadie and a delicious breakfast and it’s time to work. I am so wishing I was still on vacation…
Of Possible Interest
- Healthy Meatless Monday Recipes (FitSugar.com)
- My recipe for Healthy Creamy Muenster Macaroni with Spinach is up! (30days30waysMacandCheese.com)
- America’s Healthiest Fast Food Breakfasts (CNN.com)
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I think that fat = satiety physically but for me, I gotta have carbs to feel happy! So a balance of carbs, fats & proteins is obviously the ideal one.
Whenever I have gym burnout, I take a few days off! I actually start to miss it rather than feeling like “damn it – I SHOULD go to the gym this morning” 🙂
I need all the nutrients in my meals, carbs, fat and a bit of protein 🙂 Healthy fats are making me happy and glowing 🙂
I am right there with ya on the fat and fiber! I wish I had today off too…instead I have an exam and lab, yikes! Have a great day! 🙂
I actually just read an article this morning at the gym about the popularity of “meatless mondays”. I have considered joining in, but I don’t know what my husband will think when no meat shows up on his plate. I must be creative 🙂
I agree on the fat factor! I like adding chia seeds, flax seeds, and hemp seeds to my smoothies – even though I don’t really notice them, I definitely feel full for longer when they’re there!
i am so with you! FAT is where its at! i eat so many nuts, nut butters, avocado and flax sometimes.. LOVE em!
that should be on a t-shirt w/ a big jar of peanut butter! “fat is where it’s at!”
love it! 🙂
I go through 2 jars of nut butter pet week. I love my (healthy) fats! 🙂
a girl after my own heart! 😀
Word on the streets is you should have as many grams of protein as your target weight. This seemed like a lot to me. I was just curious your thoughts. And for the fats…it’s always fun to be eating fat and it be called healthy. Love me some almonds 🙂
i’ve read that too, but personally feel that it’s not necessary. here’s the mayo clinic’s take: http://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/protein
while i find their recommendation a little low and personally like to eat more protein than that b/c it makes me feel more satisfied, i don’t think i need as much protein as my body weight.
Thank you!
Totally agree with you on the overemphasis of protein- people think they need so much than they really do, and they often cut out healthy fats and complex carbs as a result! Love me some chias- I need to start adding them to more stuff.
I’m totally with you- don’t fear the fat! I used to buy skim and fat-free everything… and I was heavier. So glad I’ve learned that eating fat doesn’t equal being fat 🙂
me too! Now low fat to me just = more processing (excluding yogurt & a few other exceptions). No thank you.
p.s. your flax seeds look like butter finger flakes!
I always feel so rejuvenated after a few days off from the gym! It’s great to really, truly WANT to get movin’ again!
Mmm I usually have blueberries every morning in my cereal, but they didn’t have any at the grocery store this week! Your post is making me miss my blueberries =P
thanks for sharing about your intake of fat & fiber! Lots of people believe that eating fat makes you fat….which, as you know, is not true at all! Healthy fats in moderation is where it’s at!!!
I also had blueberries and chia seeds this morning….in my oatmeal along with a banana, honey, and cinnamon!
Totally inspired to try chia seeds! Thanks for the idea – will try it mixed in with yogurt. Love your blog – inspired me to start my own. THANK YOU!
Healthy fats always keep me full!! I completely agree with the fact that protein doesnt keep us full without the addition of other healthy things!
I definitely feel my best after a meal that has some of each nutrient!!!!!!
I’m a huge fan of fat. In fact, I tend to fall in the camp that thinks that even dietary (saturated) fat isn’t as bad as we’ve been told! Lots of studies seem to be coming out with those findings too.
With that being said, I’m definitely a nut and nut butter-aholic. I literally go through about a jar a week! No shame, though 😉
I’ve read that healthy fats actually help your body digest carbs and protein, so it makes everything run more efficiently. Totally makes sense! I always go with some olive oil, nut butter, or avocado . . . I also do full fat cheese, but I try to keep my serving in check. Healthy fats make me feel good! I’m the same way with veggies . . . I start to feel icky if I don’t get enough.
I need fat in my diet or my scalp itches like crazy! I also need fiber in my diet or i get hungry fast!
Lately I’ve been adding ground flax to everything! I especially like to throw it in smoothies and baked goodies for an added nutrient kick!
You have such a great blog! I knew I would love it at soon as I saw the name seeing that I loooooove peanut butter! =)
Thanks for being so upbeat and positive!
100% agree about fats. Protein helps, but having fat keeps me full and helps me sleep!
I can’t go more than about two days without exercising before I get the itch to go again. I don’t consider it a bad thing. 😉
I ate the same thing!!! I had coconut milk yogurt (so good!!!) with flax seed, blueberries and banana!
I need fat and fiber with my protein or I will not be full either!! Nice workout this morning – It always feels good to be back in a routine even if you were enjoying yourself on vacation!
Your yogurt breakfast bowls make me want to go to whole foods and grab some chia seeds. Never had them before, but I love adding ground flax seed to stuff! Thanks for all these ideas you put in my head, they are great!
Having a little fat is definitely a good thing and keeps me full so much longer!
Protein fat and fiber: EXACTLY what I need for a meal to be filling! 🙂
I’m always saying how fat is extremely important. Without it, I go crazy. Literally. If I’m not getting enough fat in my diet, I get depressed and anxious so I always tend to opt for full-fat dairy products, lots of nuts and fattier cuts of meat. It also does wonders for my skin and hair!
I need a healthy dose of fat and fiber with protein too. I really believe that your eating patterns is all about what works for you and I definitely have found that I need to strike a balance between these things to feel full and energetic.
I’m with you on adding healthy fat. I’ve noticed a difference between 0% and 2% yogurt – and the latter keeps me fuller longer when paired with a source of fiber (oats, granola, etc.).
Fat also = FLAVOR! One of my favorite things about your blog is that we seem to have very similar food preferences. I noticed in your grocery shopping post that you didn’t purchase any light cheese, but you bought fat free cottage cheese. How do you decide which dairy products could be light, fat free and which just gotta be FULL ooey gooey fat-tastic! ?
Sometimes I wanna taste the light cheeses just to see how close they get to the full versions, but I’m afraid of being disappointed and left pining for non-lite.
the cottage cheese was actually ryan’s purchase. i think he picks it b/c it actually has more protein than full-fat cottage cheese!
I’ve been reading your blog for a while and I always get new tips and fun fitness tips from it! I JUST started my own healthy living blog and im always thinking of ways to find more balance in developing a healthy lifestyle. Yogurt bowls have been a daily meal for me lately and I love the combo you used! My usual consists of frozen berries plain greek, nut butter, peanut flour, ground flax, and puffed wheat or Millet to add in!
I’m definitely trying to add healthy fats to my meals now. I used to fear it, but I am slowly adding it into my meals! 😀
Research states that most Americans get far more protein than needed anyway. I enjoy full fat peanut butter on a daily basis. I just can’t get enough, but I always keep in mind that there is always tomorrow to enjoy some more rather than eating the whole jar.
Quick question, how do you store your chia seed? Do they need to be refrigerated?
in a jar in the pantry! no refrigeration necessary!
I’m so intrigued by Body Pump–it seems everyone’s doing it!
BodyPUMP is the jam 🙂 I taught it this morning and there were lots of us who were kinda suffering from weekend indulgences and laziness 😉 I totally want chia seeds like asap!
question, where do you get those bagel thins? I’ve searched everrrywhere for the cinnamon raisin kind, but noo luck.
are they the thomas brand bagel thins? cause those are the only ones I ever see and they only come in plain, whole wheat, etc..:(
yep, they’re thomas’ and i buy them at publix!
So right about adding fats. Omg I use to go low fat all the time because I assumed that eating fat= being fat 🙁 Luckily I learned for the better and nothing can tear me away from pb!
I’m the same way with protein. I gotta have some fat to keep me satisfied. Chia and flax seeds are perfect for that! Almond butter is another fave fat for me.
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