Biblical Womanhood: Meal swap idea

Wednesday, November 08, 2006

Meal swap idea

Here's an interesting meal swap idea from blog reader, Kristina:

Since you mentioned having a hard time with preparing dinner later in the day, I thought you might be interested in this idea. I read recently that it can be healthier to have your larger meal at breakfast and a small dinner. That way, you are eating the larger meal after your nighttime fast (when you would theoretically be hungrier), and you are eating a light meal at dinner so that you aren't still digesting when you are trying to sleep. We have been doing this for a few weeks, and it did take a little while for my stomach to get used to expecting the different meal sizes, but it has been working really well. The nice unexpected side benefit is that I am doing most of the meal prep and cooking before my son (18 mo) wakes up. My husband and I eat breakfast together before he goes to work, so our son still isn't awake yet, which also makes it easier for me to eat the larger meal then (I eat really slow, so it helps to not be interrupted by the little one!). Then, in the evening when my husband is getting home and my son is awake and wants a lot of attention, all I have to do is scramble some eggs and make toast. This might not work as well for you, but I hope it gives you some ideas that could make life easier! -Kristina

7 Comments:

Susan said...: This is a really interesting thought! It does make sense, but I don't think I could talk my DH into this one.; 1:20 PM
Anonymous said...: I would have to agree with Susan on this one!; 2:37 PM
Joyce's Ramblings said...: xHow do you get things done when weighed down by a big meal? My reflux would not only kick in it would cause pain.; 4:17 PM
Mel said...: I see how this could work for some families. It truly does sound ideal.
Not mine though. My husband has to maintain a certain physical and weight standard for the program he is in for the Navy and after a large meal he feels very sluggish (as many people do) and it is hard for him to keep his high physical training standards. His favorite breakfast is cottage cheese and fruit. He snacks on fresh veggies a few times a day, eats a moderate lunch and he has a normal dinner (this is his biggest meal of the day).
Most Saturday's he loves cooking a big breakfast for the family but he feels it afterwards - tired and sluggish for hours.
So, I guess it would really depend on the makeup of the people in your family and your situation.

Good food for thought though!; 4:22 PM
Crystal said...: I pretty much am glad to eat small meals right now - more like snacks every few hours. Our breakfasts are usually pretty light and simple - that's what works for us. However, having dinner made up before noon is my best solution to making sure dinner actually gets made. I've been trying to make up something and put it in the crockpot or a simple casserole or something that I can make up and stick in the fridge. I can usually manage to get this together in a few minutes in the morning while I can stomach it. Usually being the key word. Sometimes it's canned soup or carryout. Jesse's so kind to eat whatever I can make or pick something up on the way home if need be.; 4:53 PM
Mel said...: Crystal,
I know what you are saying! My daughter has started helping me make 10 meals in a day every two weeks and this usually takes about 3 hours. It I do it at the right time I can usually make it through most of it and then I don't have to worry about making dinner again for 2 weeks. Thank the Lord that he gave me Kait as my oldest! She has been my saving grace and my family has actually eaten better since I have been pregnant! Time goes by so fast and soon your little Kathrynne will be 11 and helping her pregnant mama out while she is sick!
On the plus side, the last few weeks have been better for me with morning sickness only popping up here and there. You are right behind me so prayfully you will be feeling better within the next few weeks, too.; 11:18 PM
Kristina said...: For those who feel weighed down and tired after a big meal (my husband did), it could be the wrong types of food. Something worth looking into is finding your metabolic type. The idea behind it is that our heritage determines what kinds of food will be best for us. For example, the traditional Eskimos stayed healthy eating a lot of meat and fat, while people from tropical regions traditionally ate more vegetables. So, if your ancestors are from northern regions, your body will expect more meat. Since most Americans have a varied heritage, you can take a quiz to find your metabolic type. The result will tell you if you are better off with a higher proportion of fat, protein, or carbs. This is not a short term diet, it is a long term change in how you eat. If you are interested (and want to take the quiz), you can check out "The Metabolic Typing Diet" by William Wolcott. You can also go to http://www.mercola.com/nutritionplan/index.htm , and scroll down to the box on the right to enter your email address for more information.; 12:26 PM

Wednesday, November 08, 2006

Meal swap idea

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