Total Pageviews

NUTRITIONAL FACTS

Gallstones are often symptoms of yo-yo dieting.
 
In our foods, sugars, starches and fibers are all considered carbohydrates.
 
Lower glycemic index foods such as legumes,nuts, unprocessed high fiber grains and vegetables do not cause the same spikes in blood glucose and insulin.
 
Managing blood glucose and insulin is an important way to improve health, body composition, and performance.
 
130 grams minimum of carbohydrates are needed a day.Carbohydrates that are found in vegetables, fruits, legumes and whole grains should dominate your meals
 
 
70% of Americans are suffering from ailments associated with dietary intake
 
Eat at least 25 grams of fiber per day
 
Foods to avoid during pregnancy - Alcohol, tobacco, excessive caffeine, cured deli meats, artificial sweeteners, raw eggs, raw seafood and more than six ounces of fish per week
 
Essential Nutrient Supplements for Regular or Occasional use
1)Protein supplement - when a whole food protein choice is recommended but not accessible
2)Fish Oil supplement - with meals, daily recommended dose is 2-3g of total omega-3 rich fish oil per day
3)Greens supplement - when a veggie or fruit choice is recommended but not accessible
4)Multivitamin/multimineral - use with  meals daily, on days where dietary intake is poor