Hey Lisa! Thanks for sharing. When it comes avocados–I would recommend no more than a half of an avocado in a day. Let’s break up those 3 meals into 5 or 6 meals/snacks–making the first 2 meals in the morning the larger ones. And, feel ok that at night you may just have an all veggie meal–especially if you have had your big meals in the morning/afternoon and dinner is late. As far as breakfast choices, oatmeal and green juice is great. Other choices could be a rice or pea-based protein shake, scrambled tofu w/ spinach and almond cheese–or even quinoa porridge (add cinnamon, almond milk, pinch of salt, and few raspberries for fiber).

Hope all is well.

This is a HUGE obstacle for me as I’m just not hungry in the morning (most likely mental, or have trained my body to not be hungry in the am)…..yet I agree with you on this! I’m a model and holistic health coach. I gained 25 pounds last year due to hypothyroidism and chronic late stage Lymes Disease (went undiagnosed for 6 years). It’s definitely been a journey!!!! I’m focusing on regaining my health (aka losing the weight…slowly and healthfully). I feel wonderful and am healing through foods, natural supplements and super foods. I eat vegan, lots of raw veg, juice daily, enjoy smoothies, minimal fruit, quinoa and sweet potato for carbs, lots of fresh organic salads…but I think I’m doing it all wrong. Eating 3 big meals….delaying my breakfast and eating too many healthy fats (avocado – one a day, and nuts/seeds).

What would you recommend for breakfast for me? Most optimal metabolism boosting….Oatmeal with a green juice?

Is it better to eat 4-5 smaller meals, than my 3 larger ones, with my biggest one being in the evening ( as I don’t think I eat enough during the day…)

Gosh sorry for rambling. I admire and value your advice, knowledge and wisdom.

Thank you so much!

Hey Melissa. Thanks for you comments. I would recommend a green juice and a small piece of fruit, e.g.., 1/2 banana, apple and/or pear.

P.S. Cute dog!!!