With spring break being just a week away, vacation is on every Auburn girl’s mind whether or not she is going to the beach. Some of us will be on the couch at home, but realize that summer is just around the corner and we need to buckle down on the diet. And for the lucky girls who are headed to the beach, they are all too busy planning outfits to worry about eating right. Are any of us prepared to flaunt in a bikini? HC has practical tips and easy recipes for eating right and feeling great on vacation -even if it is a pretend beach!
No Bloat and Feel Beautiful
After all the hard work prepping your bikini body to look great, make sure to eat a refreshing meal to feel great. Make sure your tummy isn’t puffed up and your skin is radiant for the beach. Eat an egg white omelet with avocado, and fruits like bananas, oranges, and kiwis.
Why?
Egg whites will fill you up and act as a pee-inducing diuretic to de-bloat.
Avocados are a healthy fat that won’t add much volume to your stomach.
Bananas have potassium which can help offset salty foods from the night before.
Oranges and kiwis are filled with vitamin C, which improves skin texture to make it glow.
Make it easy on yourself, buy a disposable muffin tin after arriving, and pour an egg white in each cup to bake at 350. You can save the cooked egg whites in the fridge for a week to heat and go every morning, or make a batch for everyone on the trip.
If you are feeling really good, try making the mini version of these (with the help of that muffin tin).
Dine In: Save Money and Calories
Yes, the fried crab claws at the local seafood joint are delicious for a splurge, but don’t spend all your money and calories on high-fat fried foods. Make a few nights of the week fun with your gal pals by making your own spring break treats that satisfy cravings without all the calories. Get more bang for your buck by splitting the grocery bill, eating the leftovers, and using the extra ingredients for other recipes and snacks.
Put that blender to work
Mango Sorbet: mangos, honey, and milk. See the directions here.
No Bake “Brownie” Bites: dates, almonds, and cocoa powder (choose the quality you can afford). See the directions here.
Trade in the pizza and beer
Pizza poppers are super satisfying without the extra carbs. They can be made in a muffin tin or on a baking sheet. Dip them in marina, and substitute pepperoni for chicken (cooked beforehand) if you are feeling extra healthy. Click here for the full recipe.
Who wants a beer gut for the beach? Beer has plenty of calories; you can add 500 calories to your diet with three. It can even make you hungrier by interrupting your normal glucose cycle. Try one dark beer, it is enough to satisfy your cravings, and they are full of antioxidants.
Also, check out HCs calorie guide for spring break drinks.
Quick Fixes for More Beach Time
Snack right
Trade the processed snack bars for surprisingly yummy frozen grapes and trail mix. Put grapes in the freezer the night before, and throw them in the cooler to eat throughout the day. Combine favorite raw nuts with dried cranberries and unsweetened coconut flakes, and store in a plastic bag. (Maybe two for an extra sand guard.)
Make a better grilled cheese
Grilled cheeses are super cheap and quick for all the girls who want to get on the beach as fast as possible. Make it even easier by trying the toaster method. Turn the toaster on its side, and slide a piece of bread with cheese on top in each slot. Push down the lever, and put a plate or napkin in front of the slot. (When the pieces of bread pop out of the toaster they will have somewhere to land.) For exciting variations on grilled cheeses, try these combos.
If you do mess up your diet big time, just go for a morning run. Don’t forget to relax, it will be okay!
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