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Originally Posted by Michelle  My diet consists of many whole organic foods which are supposed to be energy givers (for long hours standing on stage) like brown rice, polenta, whole wheat pasta. I am a big fan of beans and lentils. I eat dairy but do not drink milk.
Where I admit to lacking is in the veggie/fruit area. I do eat these foods as well, but perhaps not in the needed quantities? I was out to dinner tonight with my boyfriend and ordered some vegetable kebabs and pumpkin soup. Honestly, when my meal arrived, I couldn't stop thinking "Where is my food, where is my food?", and I can't admit to feeling satisfied. |
It sounds to me like your energy problem might come from eating a lot of cooked carbs (rice, pasta, beans etc). Your choice is definately better than white rice and generic pasta, but maybe you could benefit from adding more raw vegetables to your diet as well (most fruit are pretty "fast" carbs as well, so they might be adding to the sluggishness)
I am eating mostly raw now (at least when I am at home). Last weekend I was visiting a friend where he cooked a nice dish where the main ingridient was cooked rice. I couldn't believe how sluggish I felt afterwards.
I've personally come to really enjoy a salad of raw vegetables - especially if I add a really filling dressing (I often use humus mixed with olive oil, lemon and chili).
Rasmus