Eating for health, well-being and weight loss
Follow these 8 key guidelines
Carbs
Carbs are the body's preferred energy source, we shouldn't eliminate but eat in moderation. Read more about how carbs are broken down into glucose in bloodstream.
Protein
Eating sufficient protein keeps us full and helps to prevent snacking. Protein also preserves muscle mass so essential for supporting our strength training.
Healthy Fats
These are essential for nerve cell function, cell membrane production and healthy hair, teeth and nails. Make sure you're eating enough.
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Fruit & Veg
For minerals and vitamins, increase the volume and variety of fruit & veg that you eat. Eat 5 fists of veg a day (esp green leafy veg) - great for gut health and fibre intake.
Water
Keeps you hydrated, speeds up metabolism and prevents you feeling tired.
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Alcohol
Think moderation! Limit drinking to the weekend. Leads to bad food choices, dehydrates and ruins sleep.
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Sugar & processed food
Refined sugar has to go. It sends insulin levels soaring, disrupting the way we break down and store fat. Eat freshly made food, processed food has lost many of its nutrients.
Exercise
Focus on strength training and interval training - both influence our metabolism and affect how we burn calories during and after workouts.