WHAT I EAT TO LOSE WEIGHT – QUICK HEALTHY RECIPES! | Liezl Jayne (2024)

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WHAT I EAT TO LOSE WEIGHT

Healthy recipes for lazy days

Here in this video and blog post, I’m going to show you another example of what I eat in a day to lose weight– these are some of my healthy go-to recipes for when I’m having a lazy day (and don’t wanna spend all day cooking!).

Make sure that you check out myvideo below, and I’ve also typed up the full recipes for you below – these recipes just serve me(they just serve 1).

CALORIES PER DAY

This day of eating is based on roughly 1400 calories. I generally eat1200-1400 calories a day to lose weight, and sometimes 1100 (if I was very inactive that day). I have a petite frame, but women with a taller frame (or women who are very active every day) may need to eat more to lose weight in a healthy way. I talk more about how to work out your personal calorie needs in my book.

You can also download my 3 day eating plan for weight-loss, if you wantanother example of what to eat in a day to lose weight. I’m currently giving it away for Free, so you can download it and check it out if you want to.

And you can also check out my other “What I eat in a day” videosfor more weight-loss meal inspiration.

I hope that you find this helpful!

Liezl Jayne xo

Here is the FREE3 day eating plan for weight-loss that you can download here on my blog – this is what I used to lose 40 Lbs!

BREAKFAST

HUMMUS ON RYE VITA

Breakfast: Ingredients

-4 x 100% rye Rye Vita crackers

-1/3 cup plain hummus

-1 medium tomato

-optional: micro greens, arugula or baby spinach

-sea salt and black pepper

Breakfast: Method

-spread the hummus on the Rye Vita crackers

-slice tomato and add on top of hummus

-sprinkle with sea salt and black pepper

-optionally garnish with micro greens, arugula or baby spinach

-eat and enjoy!

Breakfast: Calories

Roughly 280cal (depending on hummus used)

*This post and video are NOT sponsored by Rye Vita. All opinions are my own.

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SNACK TIME

HEALTHY FRUIT BOWL

Snack: Ingredients

-1 medium banana

-1 cup fresh berries

Snack: Method

-slice a medium banana and add to a bowl

-add fresh berries to bowl

-serve fresh enjoy!

Snack: Calories

Roughly 150-160 cal (depending on fruit and berries used)

*Coffee shown in picture is plain black brewed coffee – just in case you were wondering!

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LUNCH TIME

ONE-POT CURRY PASTA

Lunch: Ingredients

-2 ounces dry gluten-free spaghetti (roughly 55g)

-2 cups bell pepper slices (I used red and yellow)

-2 cups sliced zucchini

-small handful sliced onion

-1 Tablespoon unsweetened almond butter

-2 Tablespoons tomato paste

-1 teaspoon curry powder

-1/2 teaspoon onion powder

-a squeeze of fresh lemon juice

-1 teaspoon 100% pure maple syrup

-1 teaspoon cooking oil (I use macadamia)

-1+ cup water (roughly, or as needed)

-sea salt

-black pepper

-optional: fresh cilantro

Lunch: Method

-add the sliced onion and oil to a large pot

-sautee over a medium-high heat until caramelized (this is an important step to add flavor)

-add the sliced vegetables, almond butter, tomato paste, fresh lemon juice, curry powder, sea salt, black pepper, pure maple syrup and onion powder to the pot

-add a splash of water to the pot to make a sauce, and cook over a medium heat on the stove

-once it becomes more like a sauce, add the dry spaghetti and 1 cup water

-bring to a boil on the stove and then simmer for about 10 minutes (or until the pasta is cooked)

-stir often and add more water as needed

-serve hot on a plate

-optional: add fresh cilantro

-eat and enjoy!

Lunch: Calories

Roughly 340 cal (depending on brand of pasta used)

*I like to use gluten-free or brown rice pasta as a healthier alternative

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SNACK TIME

HEALTHYDATEBITES

Snack: Ingredients

-2 fresh medjool dates

-1 Tablespoon unsweetened nut butter

-optional: pinch cinnamon

-optional: pinch cacao nibs

Snack: Method

-halve and pit the medjool dates

-spoon the nut butter into the pitted date halves

-optionally sprinkle with cinnamon and cacao nibs

-eat andenjoy!

Snack: Calories

Roughly 240cal (depending on brandof medjool dates)

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DINNERTIME

ZUCCHINI & MUSHROOM FRITTATA

Dinner: Ingredients

-2 free-ranged eggs

-1 cup mushroom slices

-1 cup zucchini slices

-optional: fresh cilantro

-1 teaspoon cooking oil (I use macadamia)

-sea salt and black pepper

-1/3 avocado slices

-handful fresh baby spinach

Dinner: Method

-slice the zucchini and mushrooms

-add the zucchini and mushrooms to a pan with 1 teaspoon oil, sea salt and black pepper

-cook over a medium heat until full cooked

-crack eggs into a bowl and whisk with a fork

-pour the cooked veggies (and optionally add fresh cilantro) into the eggs and mix

-pour the egg batter back into the pan and cook over a medium heat (without stirring)

-once fully cooked, flip the frittata

-serve on a plate and top with avocado slices and baby spinach

-serve with sea salt and black pepper

-eat and enjoy!

Dinner: Calories

Roughly 360-400 cal

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Photos and video by Liezl Jayne Strydom – for liezljayne.com

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FAQs

What is the biggest meal for weight loss? ›

Most people are brought up thinking that dinner should be the biggest meal of the day, meaning they opt for a light breakfast and lunch. However, research has found that a smaller dinner and larger lunch could be the key to helping you shift those weight.

How does eating 3 meals a day help you lose weight? ›

Increased meal frequency (eating more than 3 meals per day) is sometimes said to reduce hunger, increase metabolism, improve insulin control, and reduce body weight. However, most studies suggest that increased eating frequency has no significant (minimal) effect on appetite and food intake (24).

How to lose weight with simple food? ›

9 Foods to Help You Lose Weight
  1. Beans.
  2. Soup.
  3. Dark Chocolate.
  4. Pureed Vegetables.
  5. Yogurt with berries.
  6. Nuts.
  7. Apples (With the Skin On)
  8. Yogurt.

What can I eat everyday to lose 20 pounds? ›

Eating more fruit, vegetables, lean proteins, and healthy fats, while eating fewer refined carbs can be very effective.

What can I eat to lose 20 pounds in a month? ›

Fruits, vegetables, whole grains, low-fat dairy and lean meats are all low-calorie dense foods that will help you lose weight. Fruits and veggies are mostly water-based and contain very few calories and very little fat--on the other hand, 1 g of fat is nine calories in itself.

What time should you stop eating to lose belly fat? ›

There's no set time you should stop eating to lose belly fat, but, as a guideline, you should avoid eating two to three hours before bed to stop it from disrupting your sleep and body clocks, which can cause belly fat gain. Studies show early dinners can help people lose weight.

What happens if you only eat once a day for a month? ›

Eating one meal a day can increase your blood pressure and cholesterol. This occurred in a group of healthy adults who switched to one meal a day to participate in a study. If you already have concerns in either area, eating just once a day might not be safe. Eating one meal late can cause your blood sugar to spike.

Will eating every 3 hours help lose weight? ›

Burning calories from digesting food

Eating 3 hours a day is meant to help your metabolism stay active and burn more energy. Your body uses some of the energy you get from food to digest. Eating every 3 hours is meant to keep your metabolism burning more calories through digestion than if you ate less often.

What foods burn fat crazy? ›

12 Metabolism-Boosting Foods to Aid Weight Loss
  • Fish & Shellfish. Metabolism-Boosting Powers: Fish (salmon, tuna, sardines and mackerel) are rich in omega-3 fatty acids and protein. ...
  • Chili Peppers. ...
  • Lean Meats. ...
  • Low-Fat Milk. ...
  • Broccoli. ...
  • Lentils. ...
  • Oatmeal. ...
  • Berries.

What are the 5 foods that burn belly fat? ›

Five foods that may help burn belly fat include:
  • foods with soluble fiber like fruits, vegetables, and legumes.
  • foods with protein like meat, fish, eggs, and dairy.
  • fatty fish like tuna and salmon.
  • foods with probiotics like yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut, and kimchi.
  • green tea.

What are the 5 super foods for weight loss? ›

The following are the top five superfoods supported by science for weight loss:
  • Green tea. Green tea is known to be extra powerful as it contains catechins – antioxidants that can hinder fat storage around the belly and aid quicker weight loss. ...
  • Nuts. ...
  • Legumes. ...
  • Grapefruit. ...
  • Potatoes.

How big should your meals be to lose weight? ›

Carbohydrates: 1 palm-sized portion, such as rice or beans. Protein: 1 hand-sized portion, such as fish or chicken. Fruit: 1 palm-sized portion. Vegetables: 2 palm-sized portions.

What can I eat everyday to lose 10 pounds? ›

Eat more fruits and vegetables.

Replace sugary snacks and starchy carbs in your diet with fruits and vegetables to enjoy their many weight loss benefits. A diet high in fruits and vegetables has been long touted to increase fiber intake and beat obesity.

What can I eat to lose 10 pounds quickly? ›

Focus on lean protein, fruits, and vegetables.

Making your plate half protein and half fruits and vegetables is a good plan for quick weight loss. These foods are low in calories and high in essential nutrients. In addition, they will keep you feeling satisfied longer compared to carbohydrate based foods.

What do I eat to lose 10 pounds in a month? ›

Focus on nutrient-dense foods that are low in calories but high in vitamins, minerals, and other essential nutrients. These include fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains. Avoid processed foods, sugary drinks, and high-fat foods as they are high in calories but low in nutrients.

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