The 5th Day: Nuts!

I never really understood the value of nuts until recently. Whenever I've dieted in the past, I have abstained from nuts because they are so high in calories and fat. I now see the error of my ways!


Nuts are not only a nice source of protein, but they are filling snacks! 1 oz. of nuts is 170 calories, and they provide your body with healthy oils. I got a sizable container of mixed nuts with sea salt from Sam's Club recently, and I just count out my portion or stick it on the scale. I have a new appreciation for nuts! (Please withhold whatever joke you are itching to post right now!)


One other thing that I want to mention are protein shakes. I am a fan of the shake in general. As someone who mostly keeps veggie, I count on those shakes as a source of protein. However, not all shakes are created equally. 


My trainer recently recommended Designer Whey. Well, let me tell you, the kind people at the Vitamin Shoppe let me try it and ew. I did not like it! Lean Body brand protein shakes are much more to my liking. I have so far tried vanilla, banana, and strawberry. The banana is my favorite! But if you're not into banana flavored foods, I'd say you can count on the vanilla. It's really good. I bought a few "singles" so I could try out the different flavors, and I intend to go back and buy a case of one flavor. They are on sale until the end of April at the Vitamin Shoppe.


In other news, after taking the poodles to their vet appointment this morning, the three of us took a robust walk around the park. Beautiful weather for walking poodles!