Monday 3 November 2014

Eat your way to fitness!

I was reading through this article by Jocelyn Knorr titled 'Feed Your Body What It Needs : Nutrition Tips' and it resonated with me in light of my article from yesterday on the fundamentals of your exercise programme. So, have a read of what Jocelyn is advocating here in terms of your diet - it makes sense. You can learn more via this link :
http://www.articlesbase.com/nutrition-articles/feed-your-body-what-it-needs-nutrition-tips-7103666.html


A focus on positive nutrition should be the goal of everyone. When you know what to do, you can plan the most nutritious meals possible. Just use the advice in the article below, and you should be nourishing your body with good nutrition in no time.

Whenever you get that growling sensation in your tummy, have a healthy choice on hand. Look at portion sizes for your usual, and then compare that to the healthy alternative. This is a chance for you to fill up for less. Keep snack size portions on hand so you can't use the "it's easier to get the other" excuse. Pack your own snacks for the flight. Food at airports and on planes can be quite expensive and selection can be limited. To save money and ensure you have healthy food that you enjoy, bring your own. This also can be a lifesaver if you end up in one of the stuck-for-hours-on-the-runway nightmare scenarios.

Nutrition is something you should study if you are striving for good health and/or weight loss. A holistic approach points out that nutrition provides the building blocks for a healthy body: leave out some of those "building blocks" and you will not have sound health. Therefore it is important to search diligently through writings on nutrition and put your knowledge into practice.

When possible, include more foods in your diet that are high in omega 3. Omega 3 is one of the good fats that has many benefits. It can help reduce pain and swelling in an injury. It is a great source of protection against cardiovascular disease and strokes. It also has some benefits in treating attention deficit disorders.

Eat oatmeal for breakfast. Foods that contain oats or a lot of grain can be very filling. Try eating foods like oatmeal for breakfast in the morning. This will make you fill fuller for a longer amount of time than a typical breakfast. You will be more likely to make it from breakfast to lunch without picking up a snack.

One important way to live healthier is to eat different type of animal protein in order to get all of your nine essential amino acids. Some examples include meat, eggs, and milk. These have all nine of these amino acids. Unfortunately, vegetable sources of protein are lacking in these essential amino acids. Therefore, you must stick with animal sources.

Eat until you are satisfied, not until you are full. Most people eat because food tastes good, not because their body needs more nutrients. Pay attention to your body's signals. Put down your fork between bites and assess how you are feeling. Stop when you feel satisfied. You should not feel any hunger, but you should also not feel stuffed or uncomfortable.

You want to gain the greatest nutritional value from your food. Fresh vegetables are high on your list. What a loss if you throw away these nutrients through overcooking! When you immerse vegetables in water, much of the nutrients are leached out as they cook and are thrown away in the water. Avoid this by using a steamer and cooking vegetables lightly.

Making spaghetti sauce for your family is easy and with a few extra ingredients it can be more nutritious. The next time you make spaghetti sauce, try adding minced carrots or stirring in pureed baby-food carrots. These ingredients will enhance the flavor. Your family will never notice the extra veggies, but will benefit from the extra nutrition.

Have a slushie when you workout. It's vital to remain hydrated during a workout, but especially on a hot day. On those days, don't feel guilty about drinking a cool drink, even if it is a slushie, if you are exercising. Many runners who are otherwise healthy, have been known to pass out on very hot days because they fail to stay hydrated. Don't let that happen to you.

Good nutrition is necessary for a healthy body and mind. By learning about what foods are right for your nutritional needs, you will arm yourself with the power to fuel your body for the lifestyle that you lead. Use the tips given in this article and you'll be living healthier than you ever have before.

Some useful insights here about a healthy, balanced, nutritious and still wholesome diet plan that if followed will help set you up on the right course for your weight loss objectives. Start planning, make improvements from today onwards and eat your self fit, healthier and more energised.

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-Steve, at WhyWeight-

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