At least once per year I like to review the
process for developing a simple nutritional plan. This is similar to what we do in a consult.
Our cells require protein, fats and oils, carbohydrates, vitamins and
minerals to function. Within our cells are genes that determine the type of messages being sent from cells to signal
other cells to do the jobs needed to keep us healthy. The foods or supplements that we ingest along with the chemicals
we make in our bodies, help to determine which genes are activated and which are not. Colored substances we call phytochemicals
from foods and herbs are very important in promoting the good genetic expression necessary to maintain healthy messaging between
cells. Losing and maintaining body fat is a function of doing the things that improve cell communication and reducing
the things that interfere. What matters is the balance, portion and quality of what goes into your body.
Avoid these, they interfere with your ability
to lose weight:
Saturated fat -- red meats and full or low fat dairy
Omega 6 oils -- canola, soy, sesame -- they make inflammation
Starches, sugars, fruit juices and most dried fruit
Balance and Portion
A balance
between protein, oils, and carbohydrates is necessary to keep you satisfied and to have steady energy levels -- and that includes
breakfast. Drop by Sundrops and Atabak, Brooke or myself can calculate your requirements and give you an easy way to
manage them.
Quality
Protein -- always lean, limit red meat and dairy
Oils
-- eat the omega-9 oils like olive or avocadoes and nuts or nut butters from almond, pecans, cashews, macadamias, pistachios
or filberts
Carbohydrates -- make mixed vegetables and fruit salad your
primary carbohydrates.
Things
That Interfere
Elevated Cortisol -- stress hormone that can make you
crave sugars. Take Relora (1-2 capsules) prior to lunch and dinner to lower cortisol.
Inflammation -- lower inflammation with omega-3 oils from fish oils and or krill
