A few weeks ago, I went to a seminar on Nutrition for Runners and the nutritionist that gave the seminar told us that anyone with Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina health insurance is entitled to 6 FREE sessions of nutrition counseling a year! I had no idea about this, but I love nutrition, so I figured I’d set up a free appointment with the sports nutritionist who gave the seminar. One of the things she wants me to do is increase my calorie intake to a certain number. (That I won’t mention here because I don’t really like talking numbers on the blog)
ANYWAY, my WIAW post this week reflects me trying to meet my new caloric intake goal so I’ve tried to bulk up my meals a little more than usual! I’m not quite where my nutritionist recommends yet, because some of my disordered eating habits are still floating around in my head..but I’m getting there. 
Breakfast: My favorite pumpkin protein pancakes topped with banana slices and pb2 sauce
Lunch: 2 egg + 1 egg white omelet with provolone cheese, spinach, and chicken. I couldn’t decide if I wanted to top it with salsa or ketchup- so I did half and half 
with an orange on the side for something sweet
Snack: Granny Smith apple + almond butter + string cheese
Dinner: Whole Wheat pasta + eggplant meatballs + TJ’s Marinara + Parmesan cheese
..And the picture I took somehow magically deleted itself. And that pasta is long gone by now-so use your imagination
Nighttime Snack: Peach Chobani + Kashi honey almond flax granola (LOVE this flavor!)
I’m off to run- 6 miles on the agenda today. This will be my longest run (on my own) to date! The only other time I’ve ran this distance was my 10K a few weeks ago..wish me luck!
That is AWESOME that your health insurance covers that. My company recently switched from BCBS to something else – I wonder if we have access to any nutrition services! I do know that we have free masters students counseling – I definitely will be taking advantage of that if my anxiety starts mounting!
Good luck on the run!
Thanks! It went pretty well..except I’ve had a little pain on the bottom of foot since this morning, but I think it’s just from running a few miles on uneven ground (actually I was basically running on the side of a ditch..) so hopefully it feels better tomorrow!
That is so fantastic that your insurance covers that! I know going to a nutritionist has helped me soooo much and I know it will for you too! Great job with making the adjustments
It really is awesome! Hearing from a professional that you should “x amount” really makes it easier to do because I trust them
haha
I have BCBS too!! But it’s of Kansas City, MO… I’m really wondering if I have the same benefits though! I’d love some professional advice regarding my nutrition and, like you, I’m just really interested about nutrition!
Anyways, your eats look very yummy! I’m new to the world of food and fitness blogging but so far am loving all the inspirational posts so thank you for that! i hope I can begin my own blog soon! 
You’re welcome! Thanks for stopping by
I definitely would check into it, because I bet other states BCBS would possibly cover it too. It’s awesome!
Your breakfast look delicious! Pancakes are at the top of my all time favorite breakfast list, but I hardly ever take the time to make them! I think I need to try your recipe ASAP!
I love pancakes too! If it wasn’t for the extra time they require I’d probably make them every morning
yay for eating MORE!
keep it up girl! i’m proud of you!
Thank you Ashley! It’s an adjustment..but hey, I’m not one to complain about eating more