Comments on: Spinach & Mushroom Risotto

By: Kelly @ The Fit Skool

Kelly @ The Fit Skool — Mon, 09 Jun 2014 18:06:49 +0000

Do you eat edamame? Or beans? They are great in salads! I also like toasted chickpeas or toasted pumpkin seeds for crunchy snacks!

By: Jill

Jill — Sun, 08 Jun 2014 12:16:58 +0000

Thanks for responding! I’m definitely going to have to do better with planning/cooking ahead. I’m vegetarian too. Sweet potatoes sound like a great snack!

By: Kelly @ The Fit Skool

Kelly @ The Fit Skool — Fri, 06 Jun 2014 15:10:05 +0000

Thank you! I have to really plan and prep healthy meals since I am on the go a lot. On Sundays when my husband is home we team up in the kitchen to cook and prepare meals. I first make a plan of what I need for snacks, meals, side dishes.. go shopping and then spend like an hour and a half in the kitchen. It doesn’t take too long if you plan.
I nursed for the first 3 1/2 months and then I needed to stop. I know what you mean about resorting to granola bars, trust me at times I did too. Your appetite is increased so sometimes it is convenient to just grab what is available. Have you ever tried making bran or oatmeal muffins? I loved having them to grab for a quick snack.
I always make larger quantity meals so that there are leftovers. Chili’s are great, I make tons of grilled chicken or chicken cutlets (since you need extra protein) Also, my go to snack lately is a baked sweet potato!! It is satisfying to me and you can have it with lunch or as a mid-afternoon snack. Hummus and veggies are great too!
Let me know if you have any other questions

By: Jill

Jill — Fri, 06 Jun 2014 12:46:02 +0000

I’m so impressed with you. How do you find time to eat so well? Also, are you nursing? My son is now 3.5 months and I find that all I generally have time to eat are granola bars, spoonfuls of nut butters, string cheese and quick stuff. I usually have a decent breakfast, but after that my days are hit and miss. I end up getting so hungry and eating foods that will give me a quick sugar rush. I’m also nursing. Any advice??? My husband works a lot too.