[saerensenatljn]

On a diet to lose weight, protein heavy foods will fill you up for longer and cause you to eat less, whereas simple carbs will hold you over momentarily and essentially be empty calories because you'll be just as hungry again in a short period of time. Chicken breasts, tuna (and other fish!) are awesome protein sources and the kinds of carbs that fill you up and keep you full come from foods like baked potatoes, sweet potatoes and oatmeal, but the Old Fashioned Oats are so much better for you than the instant packets.

There is an awesome website called fitday.com that allows you to track your calories- it's easy and free! (Sorry if I'm not allowed to put a website in there. Just take it out if it's not allowed!)

I'm really into nutrition; I'm an exercise science major and I'm thinking about getting my masters in nutrition, so if any one has any specific quesitons - I LOVE THIS STUFF!

I do, however, have a hard time with a few of the things you put up there Breakfast. I'm horrible about stopping when I need to. I don't think I have that switch... :

~K