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My favorite items on the journey to better eating & living.
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items Let me start by saying—I’m not a personal trainer, a doctor, or a health guru. I’m just someone who’s been trying (imperfectly, but intentionally) to eat better, feel better, and build healthier habits that actually fit into my real life. This list i...
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Protein Swaps
Beverages
Snacks
Food
Helpful gadgets and cookbooks
Protein Swaps
I love crunchy snacks and these have been a game changer for me. I resisted these for a long time, and yeah they're not as sweet or salty as regular chips but they're tasty and satisfy my snack cravings while decreasing the overall amount of snacking...
Protein Chips
I have a horrible sweet tooth so I love these. Yeah they still have more carbs than protein but they really help me balance my overall nutrients.
Protein Cookies
I really struggle with my protein intake. Like really struggle. Muscle milk is the only flavorful shake out there for me. And it has a decent balance of calories, carbs and protein.
MUSCLE MILK® GENUINE Protein Shake
I use the unflavored powder to add into sauces so I can enjoy pasta dishes with some added protein. Makes me feel better about enjoying a typically high carb dish plus it makes me feel fuller.
Nutricost Whey Protein Concentrate 2LBS
I'm not particular about my protein powders, we got this because Aldi had it. The vanilla is good for smoothies and other sweet recipes.
Vanilla Milkshake Plant Based Performance Protein Powder
I cannot give up pasta so I've been using protein pasta for a better balance.
Protein+® Pasta
Beverages
I dont know how healthy this really is but I've all but stopped drinking soda thanks to this drink.
BUBBL'R
Sorry if flavor packets help me drink more water then I'm counting them. Before these I had a water bottle every few days. Now I have 2-3 a day.
Instant drinks | Kraft Heinz
I was drinking 2 energy drinks a day before I switched to this. Makes me feel just as energized plus gets me to drink more water.
Pureboost
Snacks
I prefer turkey jerky because it gives me a little extra protein for the calories. But beef jerky works too.
Turkey Jerky - Original - High Protein Meat Snacks
They're ok. Not my favorite but I eat them when I need a protein boost. Which is always.
Beef, Pork, & Meat Sticks - Protein Snacks
No these aren't the healthiest but I pair them with cream cheese and pepperoni for a more complete snack. Sometimes eating healthier isn't about getting rid of your favorite snacks but balancing them out a bit more when you do eat them.
Town House® Pita Crackers Sea Salt
They're not just for kids! Since you can eat like 40 of these in a serving I like to use this as a way to knock out a snack craving.
Goldfish Crackers
Food
I'll use veggie Pasta as another alternative to regular pasta. The carbs are still high but the protein count is a little higher
Veggiecraft Farms Penne Pasta - Low Carb
Not everyone likes cauliflower rice but I like to mix it with rice for a half-and-half balance. Dress is up lemon juice, salt and pepper for better flavoring.
Cauliflower Rice
I can eat zucchini noodles on my own but realistically I mix this with spaghetti or fettuccine for a half-and-half plate. Let's me eat more for less.
Zucchini Noodles
Helpful gadgets and cookbooks
I use this to make my own zucchini noodles. There's an option for thick or thin noodles, as well as a slicer for chips!
Prep Solutions Deluxe Spiral Cutter
I use a basic food processor to make my own cauliflower rice because I can control the thickness. But this comes in handy for other recipes too.
3-in-1 Easy Assembly 8-Cup Food Processor, Black
I have every single one of Makaylas cookbooks. Her recipes are made for women and are designed to help you make better choices.
Cookbooks
This cookbook has delicious and protein focused meals. It's more technical (measurement wise) if you live in the US but it's still been helpful to learn how to eat better.
Stealth Health Cookbook
My doctor recommended I start adding strength training in combination with my eating habits. This is the only book I've been able to incorporate consistently into my life.
Women's Health Guide to Strength Training
I'm hoping to eventually get a real set of dumbbells but for now this is what I'm using.
Adjustable Dumbbell Set 2, 4 in 1, 5 lb