Diet and nutrition information is endless these days. It is one of the largest most profitable markets. And, as a result of all these interested parties throwing their hat into the ring, you have an over abundance of knowledge and information to wade through. It can be confusing and overwhelming.
If you are like most people, then diet and nutrition advertisements make your head spin. That's because there are some many gimmicks, big claims, and programs out there that you can't keep them all straight. Each one promotes a different philosophy and method for losing weight and building strength. Often these messages are conflicting. For example, one diet tells you to eat as often as you want, while another maintains that you should have a shake for breakfast, another for lunch, and eat a sensible dinner.
The simple truth is that you don't have to pay a lot of money or buy into expensive services to meet your nutrition needs and reach your goals of losing weight, building strength, and looking good.
Follow these simple tips:
Eat healthy proteins, carbs and fats at every meal and snack.
Eat more complex carbohydrates such as vegetables, oatmeal, and barley. Complex carbohydrates provide not only more nutrients, but more fiber, which among other benefits aids in hunger control.
Avoid simple carbs as much as possible, like white bread, highly processed foods like chips, candy and sweets. While they may grant a quick burst of energy, they have little, if any, nutritional value.
Eat complete proteins like low fat poultry, fish, lean cut red meats, dairy products and eggs. They contain all the essential amino acids that the human body does not produce.
Eat Four to six small meals a day and you will minimize blood sugar fluctuations and increase energy levels throughout the day. Frequent meals also produce an insulin response and stimulate protein synthesis.
Avoid fad diets at all costs. High protein diets or those that cut out all fats only create imbalance and an increase risk of health problems. Plus, you have a higher chance crash dieting when you take extreme measures. Balanced eating and following healthy diet tips accompanied with a good exercise routine are you best keys to success.
