I’m sitting here chowing down on my delicious lunch, watching a little Intervention. Sometimes I think I need an intervention from Intervention. I’m totally addicted!
On the menu: Avocado/tomato/old cheddar wraps, baby carrots and 1 tbsp of ranch for dipping.
Isn’t my new tablecloth cute? Its from Target, I procured it on our little road trip on Sunday. Post about all that coming soon!
Earlier in the week, I got an email from the lovely/inspirational/amazing Carolyn regarding my Dear Amy post. Carolyn was my Booty Camp instructor back in the fall, and I’m thrilled that she’s still following my little blog. Anyways, Carolyn offered a little piece of unsolicited advice regarding my (lack of) protein consumption. She reminded me that adding more protein will help me feel fuller longer. Basically, everytime I eat I should be asking “Where’s the Protein?”
So where was the protein in my lunch today?
- 2 tortillas = 6g
- Avocado = 1.7g
- 1 oz old cheddar = 7g
- 1 tbsp calorie wise ranch = 0.3g
- Tomato = 0.7g
Grand total of 15.7 g
Carolyn suggested I aim for at least 80 grams a day.
Clearly this lunch was lacking in protein, so I had a serving of greek yogurt and agave.
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Alright, I gotta get back to the office. But first, I must pack. I’m going to my hometown tonight for a wake. I also plan to stop and get some baby snuggles from my cousin’s baby, and to watch the HABS KICK ASS with my Aunt. Should be a good night! :)
11 comments:
I love that you measured out the ranch dressing and kept the measuring spoon out.
I measure out everything, especially condiments because it's easy to go overboard. My mom thinks it's "too much" but I think she's just a little jealous that she doesn't have that kind of motivation ;)
Same with Rachael - love that you measured that ranch and used the spoon as the serving container.
With the protein, I've noticed the last 2 out of 3 weeks, I specifically got more protein in and actually did better with my losses for those weeks. WAY BETTER. It's got to be the protein! I need to track the actual grams though and see where I'm at.
I've been trying to add more protein into my day in hopes to finally fill the bottomless pit. I find lunches challenging. yours looks yummy!
GO HABS
Hi Amy!
Where do you get the 0% greek yogurt? I'm looking for it everywhere.
Thanks!
The wrap looks great! I love avocado but I'm allergic :( Sometimes I'll eat it anyways and take some benadryl afterwards and pass out!
I'm watching my protein too- trying to keep it higher than my fats, which is harder than it seems! Will you keep posting protein counts on your dishes?
it's funny about the intervention show - i've told myself the same thing!!
i get completely addicted to it - even though watching it makes me in the saddest mood ever!! i've banned myself from watching it!!
Go HABS!! Protein is something I need to pay more attention to.
Hope your baby time went well!
I'm still looking forward to seeing all your loot AKA SHOES that you got on your shopping trip last weekend. *ehem* ;)
Wow! 80 grams? I didn't realize I needed to shoot that high! But I've been thinking about protein a lay because I switched my breakfast to something with more protein and it's SO true! I am fuller longer! Nice! Thanks for passing on that info!
Wow! I think you have heard this a million times before, but here it comes again: you are so inspiring and so amazing.
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