Nutrition for women
With so much conflicting information out there on the internet, it’s often hard to see the wood from the trees in regards to nutrition. Majority of the time, companies and corporations will misconstrue research and statistics as marketing tactics that end up leaving you even more confused about what you should be eating.
Well we are here to tell you that you do not need to buy a special powder or a celebrity diet, just follow our top 5 nutrition tips to start nourishing your body correctly today!
Protein. Protein. Protein. - Did you know that most women are severely lacking in their protein intake? For years we have been fed misinformation (excuse the pun) that protein is just for men, well this is totally false. The word ‘protein’ is derived from the Greek word ‘proteios’, meaning “primary” or “first” and here are just some of the reasons why it should be the first and primary thing in each meal. Protein is the building blocks of our bodies, our bones, muscles, skin, hair and nails are all made of protein. Regular intake of protein aids in building lean muscle, speeding up our recovery, regulates our hormones and it also is a great way to curb hunger and cravings. We could literally talk all day about protein!
Drink your water. - 60% of our bodies are made of water. That’s right, over half of you in h2O! Staying hydrated regulates your body's temperature, gives you energy and better digestion. It also decreases joint pain as cartilage is 80% water. Studies also show that staying hydrated improves cognitive function, mood, concentration and memory! So it’s time to put down that ice coffee and start increasing your water intake.
Eat your veggies. - We are always telling our clients to ‘eat the rainbow’, having a colourful plate of food is a must when enjoying any meal. Having a variety of vegetables with every meal is a great way to get in all your micronutrients as vegetables are loaded with them. Veggies are also a fantastic source of fibre, fibre is great for digestion and keeps you feeling fuller for longer.
Avoid ultra processed foods. - Ultra processed food, such as fast foods, cakes, pastries, biscuits & crisps are full of all the nasty stuff, like trans fats, added sugar and salt. High in calories and low in fibre and nutritional value, ultra-processed foods have been linked to obesity, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, dementia and even early death. So do yourself a favour and prioritise fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains and protein your body will thank you!
Balance your Macros. - What are macros you might ask? Macronutrients are Protein, Fat and Carbohydrates that make up your daily calorie intake. It’s important that you have the right macro balance for your body and your goals! Things like age, height & weight all come into play when deciding the correct balance of energy for you. Need help calculating your macros? Keep reading below…
Love these tips? Want to know more? Well you are in luck, we have just launched our “Nutrition for Women” course!
In this short course we will take you step by step, through the menstrual cycle and how best to support it with nutrition. Nutrition plays a huge role in female health so it’s important to understand exactly what your body needs and when. In this course, you will also receive your unique calorie & macro breakdown specific to you and your goals!