5 Simple Nutrition Tips

Nutrition. Part of life. It literally varies for every single person based on preferences, gut biome, genetics, lifestyle, income, dietary restrictions, location,etc. It is a BEAST of a subject. However, extremely important in fitness, and life in general. There is a ton of white noise out there but there are still some simple golden rules that have held up over the years. 

1. Use a food/calorie tracking app. As much as I wish those handfuls of trail mix didn’t add up. They do. Keep yourself accountable and aware. There’s my plate, lose it, etc. too many to list. Pick one and start tracking. 

2.  Vegetables: Your parents were ACTUALLY on to something. Packed full with actual nutrients your body needs, anti-oxidants, fiber, etc. and they should be a part of every meal and even some snacks! 
2. Protein: Necessary for regenerating tissues like your organs, skin, plus metabolic functions, as well as repairing that muscle you just shredded after workouts. Protein should be a part of every meal and can come from whatever source suits your desires. 📝 Note: Red meats and other sources that have higher dietary fat will cover your fat intake for that meal. Also be aware of protein sources and quality. Farmed fish can have excess mercury, processed meats are too high in nitrates, etc. 
3. Healthy Carbohydrates: To some that sounds like an oxymoron. However, demonizing a food group as a whole can lead to some binges and backfires. Fruit, brown rice, sweet potatoes, quinoa, etc. can all provide a much higher level of satiety and glycogen repletion. These sources have a Lower Glycemic Index and they come with fiber, and even some protein. 
4. Water: Big part of all of the cellular functions in the body and can help with satiety. Yes, it’s annoying to have to pee too frequently, but that just adds some steps! 
5. Intermittent Fasting: Research has shown some noticeable benefits with this methodology of 16 OFF: 8 ON as far as satiety, blood sugar, insulin sensitivity, cell autophage, reduction in body fat, etc. It may not be for everyone but can be a solution. Realizing you do not need to eat food at all times can be a bit of an emancipation. Many animal species cells thrive when there is some time between meals as opposed to being constantly stuffed.