I'm talking about the Mediterranean Lifestyle!
I would fare well if I lived on a Greek isle....wouldn't we all?!
I'm a big fan of how the Greeks live their lives; the food they eat, their revolutionary politics...
I use the word "lifestyle" because I fear the word "diet" has acquired a deprivation sort of definition.
I am a fan of greek cuisine. The yogurt. The fish. The EVOO.
I find eating protein at every meal keeps my energy levels up, I don't need to worry about caving to an afternoon slump.
Greek Yogurt. It's creamy, it's tart, and its a great source of protein. My fave: Fage 0% Greek Yogurt.
Veggies and Legumes. They eat them in abundance. Grilled with a little Virgin Olive Oil and salt + pepper. (good source of good fat from the oil and fiber from the veggies)
Fish. Preferably grilled or broiled. Great source of Omega 3s. Canned Tuna is good, too, every once in a while but be sure it's packed in water)
Eggs. Can be consumed a couple of times a week. Great source of protein. Spinach ommies are a good choice if you're looking to up your iron and fiber intake.
Nuts. The perfect snack. Raw are best. Stay away from the salted and roasted varieties.
Lean meats. I'm a fan of grilled chicken.
Wine. Red wine can be enjoyed with a meal a couple times a wk.
Fruit. Berries after a meal, as a snack, or in your yogurt, is a wonderful way to incorporate fiber and antioxidant rich fruits into your diet.
Whole Grains. Their high fiber content helps you to feel full for longer periods of time. Great side dish. Brown rice, quinoa, whole wheat/brown rice pastas, whole wheat breads. Olive Oil complements these dishes well.
Similar to the Paleo lifestyle of the cavemen, diets high in protein, nuts and seeds, and berries, are really the best for performance.
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Raw Oatmeal
I got a comment on my Chia Powder posting asking about organic rolled oats.
Oatmeal is a wonderful breakfast staple; organic rolled oats are packed with protein and fiber.
However I find that when eating oatmeal it can sometimes be bland and boring, and I'm always looking for ways to spruce it up. Eating should never feel like a chore. You should enjoy what you're consuming!
Protein powders, honey, agave, almond mylk ,berries. I've tried it all.
Sure, its edible, however the more you add, the more you create a monster meal!!
Because oatmeal is carb heavy, its imperative to be mindful how serving sizes.
The best way, I believe, to eat oatmeal is RAW.
Bare with me....
Makes one serving.........
Place 1/2 cup of Organic Rolled Oats (can be found in health food stores and some supermarkets)
in a bowl of purified water, cover and place in the fridge OVERNIGHT
Take 1-4 pitted dates (figs work too) and almonds (almonds are optional) in a bowl of purified water, covered, and place in the fridge over night.
In the morning, take your oatmeal out of fridge (it should look plump as it should have absorbed some of the water), place contents of bowl into a blender (some choose to drain the oats and use fresh water, as you wish).
Remove the dates + nuts from the fridge, drain and add to the blender.
Feel free to add some vanilla extract (a drop) and cinnamon
Blend until smooth; feel free to add more water or rice/almond mylk/coffee for a more desired texture.
Enjoy!
++Raw oatmeal contains more nutrients and enzymes than cooked oatmeal, as most of you can imagine. The process of subjecting a food to high heat kills off a lot of enzymes that we can benefit from.
Oatmeal is a wonderful breakfast staple; organic rolled oats are packed with protein and fiber.
However I find that when eating oatmeal it can sometimes be bland and boring, and I'm always looking for ways to spruce it up. Eating should never feel like a chore. You should enjoy what you're consuming!
Protein powders, honey, agave, almond mylk ,berries. I've tried it all.
Sure, its edible, however the more you add, the more you create a monster meal!!
Because oatmeal is carb heavy, its imperative to be mindful how serving sizes.
The best way, I believe, to eat oatmeal is RAW.
Bare with me....
Makes one serving.........
Place 1/2 cup of Organic Rolled Oats (can be found in health food stores and some supermarkets)
in a bowl of purified water, cover and place in the fridge OVERNIGHT
Take 1-4 pitted dates (figs work too) and almonds (almonds are optional) in a bowl of purified water, covered, and place in the fridge over night.
In the morning, take your oatmeal out of fridge (it should look plump as it should have absorbed some of the water), place contents of bowl into a blender (some choose to drain the oats and use fresh water, as you wish).
Remove the dates + nuts from the fridge, drain and add to the blender.
Feel free to add some vanilla extract (a drop) and cinnamon
Blend until smooth; feel free to add more water or rice/almond mylk/coffee for a more desired texture.
Enjoy!
++Raw oatmeal contains more nutrients and enzymes than cooked oatmeal, as most of you can imagine. The process of subjecting a food to high heat kills off a lot of enzymes that we can benefit from.
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