What Did You Eat For Breakfast?
Dear Friend,
I recently joined a women's group with local nutrition counselor. The focus of the group is "eating for energy and beauty," which really appeals to me.
One of the first questions that the group leader posed to us last week was "What did you eat for breakfast?"
I answered "pancakes." They were homemade, with whole grain flour, eggs, and milk.
The next question she asked was "How did what you eat affect your energy today?"
I had an instant "ah-ha" moment. I had felt sluggish that day and had a hard time getting going in the morning. Even though I pump up my pancakes with lots of protein in the form of milk and extra eggs, they're still carbohydrate-heavy. And for me, that's not a good way to start the day.
Adults with ADD are super-sensitive to internal and external stimuli. This includes the foods we put into our bodies. Protein-rich foods like meat, dairy, nuts, and beans can go a long way in helping an ADDer to stay alert, focused, and energized during the day.
On the flip side, too much refined carbohydrates like sugar, corn syrup, and white flour can have us feeling sluggish and groggy.
My women's group leader challenged us to experiment with breakfast foods the next week to see what foods supported our energy throughout the day, and what foods didn't. The goal was to develop individual, internal wisdom about nutrition.
Every person is different, and some women found that a high-carb breakfast supported their energy throughout the day. I wasn't one of them.
When I really paid attention to it, I found that the best breakfast for me is two scrambled eggs (pastured eggs from a local farm--you won't believe how good pastured eggs are til you try them) and an apple or small piece of bread. I seem to need a big hit of protein in the morning (in the form of the eggs) along with a small dose of carbs (in the form of fruit or bread).
The thing is, I knew this about myself, that my body responds well to a high-protein breakfast. But I didn't really pay attention to it until I was challenged to do so. Kinda like ADD coaching...
So now I'd like to offer you the same challenge. Pay attention to your breakfast!
- Which foods support you, and which don't?
- Which foods give you energy, and which rob you of energy?
- Which foods seem to have a negative effect on your ADD?
Do some experimenting and let us know what you find! Please post about your experiences on my blog at http://www.experiencingaddvantages.com/2008/06/what-did-you-ea.html#comments.
Note: For those of you who are afraid of eggs or shriek at the idea of eating two eggs every day because you were told in the past that they contain too much fat and cholesterol, I encourage you to check out the book Real Food by Nina Planck. This book was a life-changer for me.
What Are Your 'Magic Moments'?
AMG Associate Coach Sharon Howell is leading a fantastic teleclass this Monday night in the ADD Management Membership Program.
On this live teleclass, Sharon will lead members through a powerful exercise called "Magic Moments on the Mountain."
"Magic moments" are times in your life when you felt on top of the world. Times when you felt a great sense of achievement and empowerment. Times when your self-esteem was high and you felt like you could accomplish anything.
Remembering and recounting these moments can help you manifest positive things in your life today. By directing your attention to past successes, this exercise helps you focus on your strengths and apply them in your life today.
Members will discover and share (if you choose to) your own Magic Moments on the Mountain, and learn how to use these moments to inspire and encourage yourself in the present day.
The teleclass is for members only and takes places this Monday evening, June 9th, at 8pm EST.
You can try the ADD Management Membership Program for 1 week--and attend Monday's teleclass--for just $4.95. Signup here: http://www.addmanagement.com/coaching/membership.html
There is no obligation to remain a member after the initial trial week, although we think you'll want to stick around to learn even more ADD management tools and techniques in this structured and interactive learning environment!
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Have a great weekend, and eat a nourishing breakfast!
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