My dear Mum gave me this recipe, and it is an absolute favorite of mine.  I eat this almost every night as my last meal (which usually ends up being around 7 or 8 o'clock), so it ends up being dessert.  It's simple, attractive, and tastes divine.

Bananas and blueberries are always a delicious combination, but the cashews are what really make this perfect.  Cashews are a soft nut (unlike most peeled peanuts that we can purchase in stores) and have a wonderful mellow taste. 

(By the way, did you notice that yogurt is listed as a carb and Greek yogurt is listed as a protein?  Do you know why?  I don't know the reason for certain, but my idea is that yogurt is lower in calories/protein/fat so you can have more of it, while Greek yogurt has a higher protein/fat/caloric count.  I make my own yogurt and add a tablespoon of chia seeds to it which makes it as thick and creamy as Greek yogurt, without adding any extra calories.  Plus, chia seeds are healthy too!)

Wraps are a wonderful meal for a busy mom (or whoever you may be).  I try to make three or four at a time and then wrap them in cellophane and store them in the fridge.  I can grab them at a moment's notice and instantly have an easy, tasty, and portable meal.

 

For this wrap, I started by smearing some avocado on my whole wheat wrap, and then layering chopped cilantro on top.  (By the way, make sure you chop the cilantro.  The first time I made this I just put long strips of cilantro in the wrap and when I took a bite, I had a hard time chewing through the stems and long streamers of gooey cilantro came sliding out.  Very embarrassing.)

Squeeze a small bit of lime onto the wrap.

 

Add a slice of chicken breast (or shredded chicken) along with a fresh bell pepper, a sprinkling of sharp cheddar cheese, and a bit of hot sauce (Sriracha is my favorite.)

 

 Such a colorful meal!



If I am not going to eat this wrap right away, I roll it in cellophane and put a slice of lime in between the layers of cellophane.  I don't add the lime juice till right before I eat it so the tortilla doesn't get slimy.

 

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The Game On Diet advocates drinking water - lots and lots of water.  3 liters to be exact.

Now, once your body gets used to drinking that much fluids, keeping up the habit isn't hard, but the first week is definitely a challenge.

Here are some tips that I have found, many of them from fellow Game On players:

* Don't use disposable plastic water bottles.  For one thing, they're terrible for the environment, and with all the water you're going to be drinking, why waste the money?  If the taste of water is a big factor for you, perhaps invest in a water purifier or purchasing water in the bulk 5 gallon sizes from the grocery stores.  Remember, you're going to be downing buckets and buckets of water, so it's not a bad investment.

* It's a lot easier to down the 3 liters of water if you have a water bottle with a straw. 

My sister in law gave me this tip, and wow, was she ever right!  I found I could easily chug down a quart of water if I used a straw, but trying to drink the same amount from a cup was much more difficult.

* I think it's a good idea to invest in a pretty water bottle.  You're more likely to stay positive about drinking the water if you find the bottle attractive.  Decide what size bottle you want as well.  I personally like a medium-sized bottle that fits in my car holder easily, but my Mum doesn't like having to fill her bottle very often so she goes with a liter sized bottle.  (But then, she doesn't have a baby and diaper bag to haul around with her as well as a heavy load of water!)



* Try not to wait until bedtime to finish your quota of water -

- unless you also want to either 1) invest in Depends Underwear or 2) make frequent nighttime bathroom visits.



* Finally, if you do find yourself nearing the end of the day and you have to get a lot of water down, make sure it's warm.  It's a lot harder to drink cold water quickly, but if it's room temperature you can easily get it down.

 

This is one of my favorite breakfasts.  I am a big breakfast food lover, and eating a hearty and filling breakfast is very important to my psyche (and the safety and well-being of my family who have to deal with a grouchy and hungry Momma!).

Start by sautéing whatever veggies you happen to have on hand with a tiny spray of Pam or a spritz of olive oil.  Remember to throw in the "harder" veggies first, as they take longer to cook.  I like to sauté a large pan of vegetables and have them ready for me to eat the rest of the day (or the next few days).  Personally, my favorite combination has zucchini, onions, kale, peppers, a dash of healthy sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper.  If the pan looks dry add a bit of water to help the veggies cook until they're soft but not mushy.



Move the green goodness to a bowl or plate, and then make your "Mom-let".  Depending on the size of your hand, you should whisk up  3-4 egg whites and add them to a sprayed, medium warm pan.  (You can also keep an egg yolk for the fat if you don't care for avocado).  Sprinkle (sprinkle, not drench!) some cheese.  Since we're not using much cheese, I think a nice tart cheese like cheddar or Gouda gives you tons of flavor.

Move it to a plate, add your side of veggies, and place your sliced avocado on top.  I love Sriracha hot sauce on top, but you can use some ketchup as long as you don't go nuts with it.  Add a slice of toasted whole wheat bread for your carb, and you have a huge plate of delicious food for under 300 calories!

(Remember, you can always "tweak" meals to suit your tastes.  Usually I add 3/4 cup of cooked quinoa to my vegetables instead of having a side of toast, but I didn't have any on hand when I was hungry and waiting to eat wasn't a tempting option.)

What sort of omelets do you like to eat in the morning?  I'd love to get some new ideas!

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