Great advice! I've found success with planning snacks around my goals, dietary needs (at 55, I need more calcium), and natural hunger rhythms (I'm hungrier in the a.m.). I'm strength training, I focus on protein (cottage cheese or non-fat Greek yogurt) in my mid-morning snack, a mix of carbs & protein for lunch (broccoli, quinoa & chicken or salmon), mid afternoon post-workout is mix of higher carbs and moderate protein (non-fat chocolate milk or a protein waffle with a slice of turkey). We're both up at 5 a.m., we eat our first meal of egg white egg bake at 5:30. We're rarely hungry at night, a typical dinner is a broth/veggie based soup like turkey or chicken with northern beans, kale or chard.
That "LOW Fat Diet" is supposed to be good for the human body was never proven and now they say because of that people have more dementia. Whole fat yoghurt and other higher fat products keep you full longer and make your body loose weight.
Great video! I just found your channel TODAY!!! So thankful! Just curious why there was no mention of plain greek yogurt? I'm very sensitive to dairy and gluten however trying to get my gut microbiome healthier. I do eat saurkraut. Love pickles and kombucha. Just curious if greek yogurt is something I could eat occasionally. I eat ezekiel bread and I love it. To help keep my digestion running smooth, I also make sure I eat enough fiber (carbs) with my fats and protein. Droppin a suggestion here, I eat pickles with my hardboiled eggs and use mustard! So good. And I typically have low carb breakfasts and drink my matcha tea then! Glad to know I'm on the right track. Thanks so much!
Hey Nellie, thanks for writing in and great question! Pickles can be full of probiotics, if they are fermented rather than vinegar-based. The vinegar kills off any helpful bacteria as it's used to help preserve the product. Thanks for watching! -The FMP Team
I love hard boiled eggs as a snack as well and have them in my fridge most days. Also love the other snack ideas you shared. Just a minor correction 1 egg is 6gm of protein, so 3 will give you about 18gm. Regardless, it makes a very satisfying high protein snack!
Hey Donna, thanks for writing in and great question! Perfect Bars are good in the sense that the ingredients are "clean". However, they are very carb/sugar-heavy and are probably better suited for athletes or long-distance exercisers. Check this criteria out when choosing a protein bar: pulse.ly/u48os5i7ou Thanks for watching! -The FMP Team
Hey Jana! I totally understand you on this. The key is to get setup on a PROACTIVE meal timing schedule setup... so you know WHEN you're eating... and you're not falling into every momentary craving for something. Plus, when our meals are proper and nutritious... our bodies have more stable blood sugar and don't crave snacks as much. Here are some videos on these topics from our channel that you may find helpful: th-cam.com/video/sKjuHYnZta0/w-d-xo.html th-cam.com/video/UUbVd7zeFXw/w-d-xo.html
Question about working out in the morning while fasting. I like it but i was also given the opinion that it’s not recommended, especially for women in post menopause, because the stress from exercising while fasting increases cortisol levels. What’s your take on this? TIA
Hi NS, thanks for writing in and great question! You are right that there is certainly an argument for exercising in a fed state for post-menopausal women. If this suits you better, consider having a small meal such as piece of Ezekiel toast with peanut butter or a protein shake with some berries before taking on your exercise. Thanks for watching and happy lifting! -The FMP Team
Hey Heidi, thanks for writing in and great question! While popcorn my look innocent (low fat and low cal) it doesn't provide much in terms of nutrition and spikes your blood sugar too easily. Sticking with higher protein/fiber or healthy fats like the ones in this video would help bring about much nutrition. Thank you for watching! -The FMP Team
Thanks for writing in! If you have specialty stores that carry healthier products (like Whole Foods, Sprouts, or Trader Joes) you'll have the best luck there. Otherwise, many of these products have become much more mainstream and can be found in many local grocers. Best of luck! -The FMP Team
I love your videos but I have a question. ( I have been avoiding Maltodextrin for a long time). Why does your Super Fuel Protein Powder have Maltodextrin? "Maltodextrin has a high glycemic index (GI) value, which means it can cause a spike in your blood sugar. Limiting your maltodextrin intake will also help keep your gut bacteria healthy. We are unsure of the impact of maltodextrin on the microbiome. If you’re at risk for developing an autoimmune or digestive disorder, then avoiding maltodextrin may be a good idea. Finally, because it’s often used as a thickener or filler, maltodextrin is usually manufactured from GMO corn" What are your thoughts on these statements? Ty...
Hey Marie, thanks for writing in and excellent question! We decided to use (an organic version of) maltodextrin to help as a thickening agent. And although your points above are very valid, the amount we use (as evident by being further down on the ingredient list) is minimal. You can even tell by the carb content (5g total with 2g coming from fiber). Plus, the addition of probiotics help offset any negative gut biome issues. So while not a perfect ingredient by any means, we hope these can help quell any fears you may have. Thanks for writing in! -The FMP Team
Thanks for writing in! You can still work around those allergies by emphasizing foods like jerky, apples/berries, or protein bars. Additionally, you can find some more ideas here: www.fitmotherproject.com/?s=snack Best of luck! -The FMP Team
Hey Christine, thanks for writing in! I think the occasional Mosh bar is OK though two ingredients did catch our eye: Allulose and Tapioca Fiber. Allulose is still pretty new to the industry so long-term effects have not been studied yet. And Tapioca Fiber can be a stealthy and trendy "fiber" though a little shady in the food industry. Check out this list for some of our favorite bars: pulse.ly/w0coroygoj-The FMP Team
Hey Cathy, thanks for writing in! Cashew butter is OK but cashews are one of the more "starchy" nuts with lesser fiber. Try Almond butter if looking for a different spin from Peanut Butter. Best of luck! -The FMP Team
Hey thanks for writing in! Nuts are just one of many health foods your son can consume in an effort to help lose weight. To find some other ideas, check out out Fit Father Project channel for more tips for men: www.youtube.com/@Fitfatherproject/videos -The FMP Team
Hey bmercedes123, thanks for writing in and great question! Peanuts are actually more similar to cashews, which as discussed in the video, are actually legumes and not nuts. So they are still OK to eat but you'll receive more bang for your buck emphasizing nuts like those from the video (walnuts, macadamia, etc.) Thanks for watching! -The FMP Team
Hey GIL, thanks for writing in and great question! Our protein does have a chocolate or vanilla flavor (depending on which you try) but not too sweet. It's naturally sweetened without any artificial sweeteners (which we agree can be overpowering in flavor) but with additional benefits including: digestive enzymes, probiotics, vitamins/minerals, and super greens. pulse.ly/topp5zs76m Thanks for watching! -The FMP Team
Cheese is too high in saturated fat.I found out from Dr. Dean Ornish (famous Cardiologist) that people shouldn't eat anymore than ten grams of saturated fat and or trans fat each day or they are at an increased risk of having a heart attack.
Any kind of fat especially cholesterol will never be a problem if you have a low carb intake. Sugar or carbohydrate can make the fats bad for your health. Youre shooting the wrong guy, it is not the butter in he bread but it is the bread in the butter that is wrong. The nutrient that is not useful to your body is carbohydrate.
Great advice! I've found success with planning snacks around my goals, dietary needs (at 55, I need more calcium), and natural hunger rhythms (I'm hungrier in the a.m.). I'm strength training, I focus on protein (cottage cheese or non-fat Greek yogurt) in my mid-morning snack, a mix of carbs & protein for lunch (broccoli, quinoa & chicken or salmon), mid afternoon post-workout is mix of higher carbs and moderate protein (non-fat chocolate milk or a protein waffle with a slice of turkey). We're both up at 5 a.m., we eat our first meal of egg white egg bake at 5:30. We're rarely hungry at night, a typical dinner is a broth/veggie based soup like turkey or chicken with northern beans, kale or chard.
Awesome my friend! Great diet, keep it up 😊
That "LOW Fat Diet" is supposed to be good for the human body was never proven and now they say because of that people have more dementia. Whole fat yoghurt and other higher fat products keep you full longer and make your body loose weight.
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Officially a subscriber! Love your advice. Thankyou 🫶
Fantastic ideas, thank you! ❤
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I'm so glad& blessed to have found your channel! Thank you! 😃💙
Thank you Tara, we appreciate your kind words! 🙏
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I’m so grateful for you and your channel😊
Thank you for the kind words Brenda! 🙏
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Great video! I just found your channel TODAY!!! So thankful! Just curious why there was no mention of plain greek yogurt? I'm very sensitive to dairy and gluten however trying to get my gut microbiome healthier. I do eat saurkraut. Love pickles and kombucha. Just curious if greek yogurt is something I could eat occasionally.
I eat ezekiel bread and I love it.
To help keep my digestion running smooth, I also make sure I eat enough fiber (carbs) with my fats and protein. Droppin a suggestion here, I eat pickles with my hardboiled eggs and use mustard! So good.
And I typically have low carb breakfasts and drink my matcha tea then! Glad to know I'm on the right track.
Thanks so much!
this wonderful praise! I’m really glad you found our channel too 🙏🏼🔥We recommend Greek yogurt to our members, excellent source of protein 👍
Thank you so much for all the good ideas! I got a nice list on my book 😅😊
Hey Ling, thanks for watching and we hope you enjoy some of them!
-The FMP Team
great video...thank you!
Oh and I JUST bought archer farms jerky!!! I usually get chomp sticks or thrive market brand. LOVE Epic Bars and Rx bars for on the go!!!
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Thank you so much for sharing all of this great info! Question, are all pickles full of probiotics, or does it depend on the brand?
Hey Nellie, thanks for writing in and great question! Pickles can be full of probiotics, if they are fermented rather than vinegar-based. The vinegar kills off any helpful bacteria as it's used to help preserve the product. Thanks for watching!
-The FMP Team
I love hard boiled eggs as a snack as well and have them in my fridge most days. Also love the other snack ideas you shared. Just a minor correction 1 egg is 6gm of protein, so 3 will give you about 18gm. Regardless, it makes a very satisfying high protein snack!
Thank you very much 🙏
Fantastic ideas! Love your videos!
You are very welcome and thank you for your kind words Melany!
-The FMP Team
Love love ❤️ thanks for this. What are your thoughts on perfect bars?
Hey Donna, thanks for writing in and great question! Perfect Bars are good in the sense that the ingredients are "clean". However, they are very carb/sugar-heavy and are probably better suited for athletes or long-distance exercisers. Check this criteria out when choosing a protein bar: pulse.ly/u48os5i7ou
Thanks for watching!
-The FMP Team
Beef jerky sounds good .! Oh and apple 🍏 thanks
Sounds like a good pairing to us! Opting for a low-to-no sugar jerky without nitrates/preservative is a bonus. Thanks for watching!
-The FMP Team
Thanks so much for the ideas!!!! :)
You’re very welcome 🙏🏼
Thank you very much doc,,
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-The FMP Team
Thnx doc for this info!!
You are very welcome, Cindy. Thanks for watching! 🙏
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Much needed!! Thank you!!
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Love your channel 🌼
How to stop thinking about snacking? Even if it’s healthy snack i think I can eat a lot if it 🙏🏻🤞
Hey Jana! I totally understand you on this. The key is to get setup on a PROACTIVE meal timing schedule setup... so you know WHEN you're eating... and you're not falling into every momentary craving for something. Plus, when our meals are proper and nutritious... our bodies have more stable blood sugar and don't crave snacks as much. Here are some videos on these topics from our channel that you may find helpful:
th-cam.com/video/sKjuHYnZta0/w-d-xo.html
th-cam.com/video/UUbVd7zeFXw/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for another awesome video!!!
You are welcome Beth. Thanks for watching! 🙏
-The FMP Team
Excellent ideas !
Thank you very much 🙏
Thank you!
You're very welcome 🙏 😊
Question about working out in the morning while fasting. I like it but i was also given the opinion that it’s not recommended, especially for women in post menopause, because the stress from exercising while fasting increases cortisol levels. What’s your take on this? TIA
Hi NS, thanks for writing in and great question! You are right that there is certainly an argument for exercising in a fed state for post-menopausal women. If this suits you better, consider having a small meal such as piece of Ezekiel toast with peanut butter or a protein shake with some berries before taking on your exercise. Thanks for watching and happy lifting!
-The FMP Team
Awesome video. Just what I needed to help continue on this journey for myself and my family. Thank you!
You are very welcome! I’m happy this helped!
I love eating fruits like strawberries and blueberries bananas and oranges 🍓🍊🍌
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Love your videod
Thank you very much 🙏
Great ideas . What about popcorn? Is it good to snack on for losing weight?
Hey Heidi, thanks for writing in and great question! While popcorn my look innocent (low fat and low cal) it doesn't provide much in terms of nutrition and spikes your blood sugar too easily. Sticking with higher protein/fiber or healthy fats like the ones in this video would help bring about much nutrition. Thank you for watching!
-The FMP Team
Thanks for information but my question is what are the stores you recommend to buy them
Thanks for writing in! If you have specialty stores that carry healthier products (like Whole Foods, Sprouts, or Trader Joes) you'll have the best luck there. Otherwise, many of these products have become much more mainstream and can be found in many local grocers. Best of luck!
-The FMP Team
I love your videos but I have a question. ( I have been avoiding Maltodextrin for a long time).
Why does your Super Fuel Protein Powder have Maltodextrin? "Maltodextrin has a high glycemic index (GI) value, which means it can cause a spike in your blood sugar.
Limiting your maltodextrin intake will also help keep your gut bacteria healthy. We are unsure of the impact of maltodextrin on the microbiome. If you’re at risk for developing an autoimmune or digestive disorder, then avoiding maltodextrin may be a good idea. Finally, because it’s often used as a thickener or filler, maltodextrin is usually manufactured from GMO corn"
What are your thoughts on these statements? Ty...
Hey Marie, thanks for writing in and excellent question! We decided to use (an organic version of) maltodextrin to help as a thickening agent. And although your points above are very valid, the amount we use (as evident by being further down on the ingredient list) is minimal. You can even tell by the carb content (5g total with 2g coming from fiber). Plus, the addition of probiotics help offset any negative gut biome issues. So while not a perfect ingredient by any means, we hope these can help quell any fears you may have. Thanks for writing in!
-The FMP Team
hello
have you any advice for me about snacks I am allergic to nuts seeds and bananas
Thanks for writing in! You can still work around those allergies by emphasizing foods like jerky, apples/berries, or protein bars. Additionally, you can find some more ideas here: www.fitmotherproject.com/?s=snack
Best of luck!
-The FMP Team
What about MOSH bars. Are They heathly?
Hey Christine, thanks for writing in! I think the occasional Mosh bar is OK though two ingredients did catch our eye: Allulose and Tapioca Fiber. Allulose is still pretty new to the industry so long-term effects have not been studied yet. And Tapioca Fiber can be a stealthy and trendy "fiber" though a little shady in the food industry. Check out this list for some of our favorite bars:
pulse.ly/w0coroygoj-The FMP Team
What about cashew butter?
Hey Cathy, thanks for writing in! Cashew butter is OK but cashews are one of the more "starchy" nuts with lesser fiber. Try Almond butter if looking for a different spin from Peanut Butter. Best of luck!
-The FMP Team
I don’t hear you advising beet or beet leave powder. I use it in my smoothies. Homemade yogurt.
I have heard about Ezekiel bread and there English muffins
Yes! And they also have wraps and pasta now too. Food for Life is a great brand. 🙌
-The FMP Team
My son is a 17 year old boy allergy to nuts that need to lose weight
What he can use to substitute nuts on his diets
Hey thanks for writing in! Nuts are just one of many health foods your son can consume in an effort to help lose weight. To find some other ideas, check out out Fit Father Project channel for more tips for men: www.youtube.com/@Fitfatherproject/videos
-The FMP Team
What about peanuts? BBQ or salted?
Hey bmercedes123, thanks for writing in and great question! Peanuts are actually more similar to cashews, which as discussed in the video, are actually legumes and not nuts. So they are still OK to eat but you'll receive more bang for your buck emphasizing nuts like those from the video (walnuts, macadamia, etc.) Thanks for watching!
-The FMP Team
Don’t like the taste of protein powders that are too sweet
Does your protein powder have a taste/ flavor? Is it very sweet?
Hey GIL, thanks for writing in and great question! Our protein does have a chocolate or vanilla flavor (depending on which you try) but not too sweet. It's naturally sweetened without any artificial sweeteners (which we agree can be overpowering in flavor) but with additional benefits including: digestive enzymes, probiotics, vitamins/minerals, and super greens. pulse.ly/topp5zs76m
Thanks for watching!
-The FMP Team
Thanks.
No problem 👊. Thanks for watching!
-The FMP Team
About the peanut butter:You should only eat 100% just peanuts peanut butter with no added sugar or trans fat.
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Cheese is too high in saturated fat.I found out from Dr. Dean Ornish (famous Cardiologist) that people shouldn't eat anymore than ten grams of saturated fat and or trans fat each day or they are at an increased risk of having a heart attack.
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your ancestors would be really disappointed to hear that
Any kind of fat especially cholesterol will never be a problem if you have a low carb intake. Sugar or carbohydrate can make the fats bad for your health. Youre shooting the wrong guy, it is not the butter in he bread but it is the bread in the butter that is wrong. The nutrient that is not useful to your body is carbohydrate.
I found that my kids run to a rainbow plate made of fresh fruit and vegetables! It’s like a treat for them and their friends. 🍎🍊🍍🥦🫐🥒🍓🫑
Hey Kat, this is just the best thing we want to hear. Thank you for setting such a great example for our youth. 🙏
-The FMP Team
Awesome video! Thank you.
Thank you!
Great ideas ! Thank you 😊
You’re very welcome 🙏🏼
Good tips! Thanks!!!
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