Let’s face it. Many people do not consider healthy eating a walk in the park. But then again, it doesn’t have to be terribly difficult either. Lately, I’ve been receiving a ton of questions about eating a nutritious diet and I just want to share some critical facts for my wonderful readers. Let’s take a look:
First of all, understand the difference between having an appetite and actually being hungry.
Appetite: when you crave food and want to eat it. It is a psychological state that provides pleasure. When you walk past that plate of freshly baked cookies, you WANT to eat it, but do you NEED it?
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Hunger: a physical drive to eat food when the body needs sustenance. It is NOT considered pleasurable
Remember, when a food is nutrient dense, the better it tends to be for your body. Nutrients are needed to maintain a healthy state.
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The six nutrients are:
• Carbohydrates
• Lipids
• Protein
• Vitamins
• Minerals
• Water
Vitamins, minerals and water do not have any calories and a person’s diet should consist of the following:
55% Carbohydrates
30% Lipids
15% Protein
Of course these percentages may vary depending on weight, age, gender, health needs, etc.
Additionally, when you’re trying to lose weight, try to opt for a variety of foods. The same meals eaten every day offer no variety and your body gets bored! A daily healthy diet typically consists of:
6 servings bread, cereal, grains
2 servings fruit
3 servings vegetables
3 servings dairy
2 servings meant/fish/egg
Don’t forget to take calorie control into consideration if you’re trying to lose weight. While these numbers are just the basic, they can offer a beneficial guideline when you’re trying to plan your meals.
Have a great week!
