*Basics of Nutrition*

Here are some simple rules . . . that you should follow to lead a better and healthier life.

1.) Eat at least 5 times a day:

Which means, eat several small meals a day. You will have more energy to do more things throughout the day. Eating 3 big meals is not always the way to go, because you most likely will always eat until you get full & that’s not good. Plus you feel bloated & don’t always want to do anything after, besides crashing on the couch.

2.) Eat for what you plan to do:

When you sit down to eat, ask yourself. “What am I going to be doing for the next 3 hours of the day?” If you nap, sit for the majority of that time, or aren’t very active, eat fewer carbohydrate foods. If you plan to work out/train, or are active (getting off your butt & doing something), eat more carbohydrate foods. Adjust your carbs up or down depending on what your anticipated energy is going to be.

3.) Take Supplements:

Even though we try our best to eat as healthy as we can, we won’t ever get 100% of all the vitamins & minerals we really need. That’s why taking vitamins is so important. Ask yourself, “What aren’t I getting enough of?” And then take it from there.

4.) Drink plenty of water: 

Water makes up 55 - 75% of your total bodyweight. So drink plenty of water & stay hydrated.

5.) Nutrition:

Eat as many fruits & vegetables as you would like. Don’t listen to those people that say it’s bad to eat too much fruit, because they don’t know what the hell they are talking about. And don’t forget to eat whole grains & lean meats.

I will get into more about actual nutrition later today, which means 2 blogs today. I just want you to remember these simple rules for a better & healthier day = Better & healthier overall life.

Until Later

JM.