Supercharge your slow metabolism (sample meal plan)

Peace and happiness through healthy eating. View this email online [click here](. I tend to shock people with the amount of food I consume in one day. I will admit — it's A LOT (especially for a women who is only 5 feet tall and approximately 100 pounds). Typically, women my size tell me they only eat an average of 1,200 calories per day. WHAT?! That's about equivalent to only the first half of my day. I would be starving!!! Of course, the next thing I hear is... "Well Isabel, you must just have a good metabolism." That's usually when I show them a picture of me before I lost the excess 30 pounds, and tell them about the long line of overweight women I come from. Pictured below (from left to right) are my father, me, my sister, and my mother. So you see, my metabolism was not always this great. I remember a time when the sheer thought of a carbohydrate would send my fat cells into expansion in seconds. So how did I change my slow metabolism into the supercharged metabolism I have now? It took lots of learning, figuring out how to best incorporate metabolism-boosting foods into my daily eating plan, and one critical supplement that did wonders to enhance my metabolism. Below is what a typical day of eating looks like for me (along with detailed explanations of each meal). Important note: All the foods listed below are prepared ahead of time during my batch cooking days (which are usually on Sundays). With work and two little energetic boys to keep up with, it's so much easier to have my food already prepped. Isabel's Metabolism-Boosting Meal Plan 7am Breakfast: - [Pumpkin Spice Protein Oatmeal]( - [Daily Energy Greens Drink]( - [Spring of Life Omega-3 supplement]( It is critical to start your day off with a healthy dose of protein. This is my secret weapon to a metabolism that is cranking all day long. Take a look at your current breakfast: does it contain a healthy serving of protein? If you're not an oatmeal fan, eggs are also a great option. Many people have a hard time remembering to take their supplements throughout the day, which is why I pair my Omega-3 supplement with my meals. When I prepare my breakfast, I am automatically reminded that it's time to take this critical supplement. 10am Snack: - Raw almonds or cashews - Cut-up carrots and celery If I'm having a really productive work day, sometimes I can forget about my snack. That's why I make it as easy as possible for myself by having a bag of raw nuts and some fresh veggies available at all times. 12pm Lunch: - 4-5 ounces wild salmon or cod (if I have some leftovers in the fridge) or 1 can wild salmon (this makes lunch super easy) - ½ cup cooked rice or quinoa - Sauteed zucchini and onions in coconut oil - [Spring of Life Omega-3 supplement]( There's that protein again. You'll notice that it's in every meal. But you'll also notice there's a healthy portion of carbohydrates in there as well. A big mistake people make is thinking they need to go completely carbohydrate-free to lose weight. Not true. Healthy high-fiber carbohydrates like sweet potatoes, squash, quinoa, rice, and oats are great to include in your meals alongside your protein. 3pm Snack: - 2 tablespoons raw almond butter - Strawberries and blueberries More protein with a healthy carbohydrate... I really do keep each meal balanced! 6pm Dinner: - 4-5 ounces turkey meatballs - Cooked spaghetti squash with tomato sauce - Small green salad with my Famous Salad Dressing - [Spring of Life Omega-3 supplement]( I tend to keep my evening meal to mostly protein and vegetables, consuming most of my carbohydrates during the day. Notice that protein is always there though... it's a critical component in every meal. Yes, I take an Omega-3 suplement 3 times each day. I have noticed that my Omega-3 supplement is as critical to my health as all the healthy food I eat throughout the day, so I never want to forget to take it. 7:30pm - Peppermint tea sweetened with stevia I sip on this tea while I read books to my kids. I so look forward to this time in the evening... it really helps me unwind from the busy day. Critical Daily Metabolism Boosters If you're wondering how you can create your own metabolism-boosting eating plan, here are the top 2 critical components you need each day to create a metabolism that will be on fat-burning overdrive all day long. Protein in every meal — I know I've already said it a million times, but it's worth mentioning again. Natural sources of healthy protein should be included in each meal. This will ensure your blood sugar stays balanced all day long, preventing any cravings or hunger from sneaking into your day. The right dose of Omega-3s every day from a clean, high-quality source — This is another absolute staple when your goal is to get rid of stubborn fat. Taking in enough quality Omega-3s can be the difference between weight loss success and failure. I have seen this with my clients again and again. Not only does weight loss accelerate once they begin consistently taking Omega-3s, they also report feeling less hungry and experience fewer cravings while transitioning to a new way of eating. If you're not already taking a high-quality Omega-3 supplement, I can't urge you enough to start right away. This is the brand I use daily and highly recommend: [Isabel's Favorite Omega-3 Supplement »]( I know you're going to see a significant difference in your weight loss results once you start taking these Omega-3s each and every day. 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