Basics

To maintain a healthy lifestyle and get rid of that bloated "stomach" that almost every woman I speak to complains about you need to eliminate all sugar and simple carbohydrates from your diet.  That means all sugar...even if it is "organic" or pure etc.  Sugar is sugar, plain and simple.  There are "organic" junk food products out there on the market but the sad truth is that it is still just "junk food"!
Stick to lean proteins and vegetables and fruits and you will see a big difference in your body and in your energy levels.
Simple carbs like white pasta, bread, rice etc will only make you gain weight and wreak havoc on your blood sugar levels...leaving you hungry for more...
Protein will keep you full longer, make your body burn more calories just digesting it, and fuel your muscles.
Fruits and vegetables will provide you with the complex carbohydrates you need and give you the added bonus of vitamins and fibre!!
Each meal and snack you have should have a protein and a fruit or vegetable in it.
You can have breads or whole grains but the portions should be small....1/3 or 1/2 cup or small slice of bread etc. and they should always be full of fibre!! Look for grains and breads that have at least 3 to 4 grams per serving...
Legumes like chickpeas, beans, lentils etc. are very healthy options as well but you must remember to keep the portions small with these as well...1/2 cup serving...
Nuts and seeds are also a great source of omega oils(healthy oils) and fibre...they can be added to your salads or eaten as a snack...
more to come late....off to make dinner!