K-I-S-S Your Nutrition
In case you missed the privious post titled “K-I-S-S Your Workout”, you can view it here.
This post will pertain to Keeping Your Nutrition Simple, “Sweety”…
I can’t tell you how overcomplicated this subject can get! And not only with your everyday person, but with professionals as well. There’s always a study to disprove another study, or a theory that is the end all to your nutrition worries…
The only tried and true thing that has stuck thorough marketing scheme after trendy pill scam is getting back to the basics of whole foods.
Guess what? There’s an erie coincidence in timing between mass production of foods, and the increase in obesity and
disease in America.
So, what did (or didn’t) generations prior to the obesity epidemic have? Packaged and processed foods galore!
So, going off of that simple logic, wouldn’t you think about getting your nutrition as God or Nature intended it? Why not bypass all the pretty packaging manufacturers provide, and enjoy the pretty packaging these items come in naturally? Take for instance the apple. It’s packed with vitamins and minerals, all in a handy on the go friendly package. Yet, people opt for dried apples instead, or apple flavored breakfast bars. Looking at this from a logical standpoint, what are you gaining from this? You’re probably spending more money, and gaining more pounds because of it.
So, here are my quick nutrition tips. Outside of this, everything else is details to be worried about later.
1. Eat every 2-4 hours. Our “hunter-gatherer” days aren’t too far behind us in the grand scheme of time. So, when you go hours without nutrition, our system kicks into preservation mode. This slows our metabolism, making it very difficult to burn any fat at all. In order to feel great and look great, you need to get that metabolism revved up and running smoothly!
2. Ditch the simple sugars and simple carbs. Truly, these are generally void of nutrition, and not only make losing fat extremely difficult, they also are often times incredibly unhealthy as well! I don’t care how pretty the packaging is, or how convenient it is. If your goal is fat loss, getting these out of your diet will make a huge difference! Now, I’m talking about simple sugars and simple carbs, including but not limited to chips, pasta, cake, muffins, bagels, sodas, juices, bars, etc. This doesn’t mean you need to ditch the carbs entirely! Carbs are necessary to provide your body with energy. Just stick to complex carbs, including whole grains like quinoa and bulgar wheat, fruits and veggies, and you’ll have great, sustainable energy. Not the sugar high, followed by a shaky energy crash within a half hour of consuming your 100 calorie pack of simple carb diet disaster!
3. Include a good, lean source of protein with each small meal. Protein is the second most abundant thing in your 
body, next to water. So, including this staple throughout the day will keep you satisfied, and provide your body with the building blocks to maintain your lean mass. Things like cottage cheese, turkey, chicken, and lean cuts of beef are ideal. Nuts and seeds are better than nothing, but have minimal protein per serving. If you’re really strapped for time and ideas, use a good quality protein powder to supplement your nutrition.
There you have it. 3 simple guidelines to follow. Truly the ABC’s of nutrition. Not only will you start to lose fat and inches, you should also notice you feel better. Cutting out the sugars and simple carbs will nip energy highs and lows in the bud. Including whole grains and protein regularly throughout the day will increase your vitamin and mineral intake, making you healthier overall, and give you sustainable nutrition!
