17 | Balanced Eating for Women Over 40 Macros – Part 3

Healthy Habits 180, Fitness Over 40, Weight Loss, Quick Workouts, Easy Meal Prep

Hey Love!

In this last episode, I'll be finishing up this three part series on the importance of eating balanced meals and how to enjoy the foods you love while staying on course with your weight loss and management goals.

Listen in as I share how managing my macros has been a game changer for me and how you can apply these strategies to your health and wellness journey.

I hope you find this episode informative and encouraging.

As promised below are 10 simple strategies for balanced meals that include protein, carbohydrates, fiber and fats. I’ve also included ten vegan options.

Peace and Blessing!

LaDawn Hickman

Holistic Nutrition Weight Loss and Accountability Coach

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10 Simple Strategies for Balanced Meals

1. Greek yogurt bowl with nuts and fresh fruit
2. Homemade wrap with lean meats quinoa and vegetables.
3. Tossed salad with beans, cheeses, and assorted vegetables
4. Vegetable soup with rotisserie chicken add some olives and a few pieces of cheese on the side
5. Lean grilled steak with asparagus cooked in olive oil
6. Quinoa-based casserole with vegetables and topped with feta cheese or add sliced avocados on the side
7. Oatmeal with strawberries and add two boiled eggs or sliced avocados on the side.
8. Grilled Salmon drizzled in olive oil and lemon juice and a side of roasted Brussels Sprouts
9. Salad with legumes, nuts, lean proteins, and vegetables.
10. Smoothie with yogurt, fresh fruit, oats and nut butter.

10 Simple Strategies for Balanced Meals - Vegan

1. Stir-fry with brown rice, tofu, seitan, and vegetables.
2. Quinoa in vegetable broth
3. Overnight oats with nuts, seeds, and a non-dairy milk
4. Chia pudding with rice milk and fresh fruit
5. Salad with legumes, nuts, and leafy greens
6. Smoothies with almond, flax, or coconut milk and fresh fruits and vegetables (spinach/kale)
7. Vegan burgers with quinoa, black beans and avocado
8. Vegetable couscous with squash, zucchini, and carrots.
9. Stir-fry with tofu, veggies, and quinoa.
10. A wrap with tempeh, avocado, and fresh vegetables.