What we eat, when we eat, how much we eat and what we do while we eat is determined by our eating habits. They are an important and automatic part of our daily lives that influence our diet - meaning that if you want to change your nutrition you’ll have to change your habits. Here are 4 bad eating habits to watch out for. Be honest - how many do you do as a habit?
Fast, convenient food on the go usually means fatty, greasy, and unhealthy food, while healthy lunch packed meals mean time, cardboard and tasteless, right? Actually wrong! Living in the city we are always running against time, eating while on the way to a meeting or basketball practice, or chasing some kind of deadline. However, there are healthier alternatives, that save you time, as well as constipation and heart-burn.
When you think of salads, do you automatically imagine leafy lettuce and think; great for a side dish, but it doesn’t fill me up! Think again. Bean salads are protein-packed, they’ll keep you full longer, and give you the energy you need to make it through your day and training. Try these great bean salad recipes, which are easy to vary according to taste, and what you happen to have in your fridge.
Do you tend to grab whatever is nearby for lunch, even if it isn’t healthy? This is how many of us end up eating junk food for lunch, which packs on calorie, without giving us the nutrition and energy we need to make it through the day. Lunch is an important meal, its what gives you energy for the afternoon- especially important if you are practicing or training in the later afternoon. All of these recipe ideas can be varied to suit your taste.
Our daily eating habits decide the general condition of our body and mind. To keep our body energetic we must focus on the right amount of nutrition our body needs. A healthy balanced diet contains all the essential components for better health. Carbohydrates, mineral salts, fats, fiber, vitamins and proteins altogether make a healthy balanced diet. These components are consumed in the form of fruits, vegetables, cereals, minerals and water. Missing any component can disturb your healthy lifestyle.
Looking for nutrition and energy on the go? Smoothies are a great way to get a quick nutritious fix, and they’re a delicious snack, especially for a warm summer day. Making smoothies is easy - all you need is a blender, your favourite fruits, and milk or yogurt. You can combine almost any ingredients in new and creative ways. These recipes will get you started
Many active people and those watching their waistlines choose brown breads as a smart eating choice. But as it turns out, not all brown breads are created equal. The truth is, many so called brown breads on grocery store shelves are made with wheat flour, the exact ingredient in white breads, with bran or colouring mixed in. The key ingredient in healthier brown breads is whole wheat or wholemeal flour. So its worth checking the label!
Carbohydrates are the primary source of energy for the body, both for normal body functions (such as heartbeat, breathing, digestion, and brain activity) and for exercise (like biking, walking, running up the stairs and all types of resistance training). An good supply of carbohydrates is a necessary for a healthy existence and a must if your goal is to reduce your body fat and enhance your fitness level.
If you’re heading to the gym or to practice, make sure you eat the right foods beforehand to maximise your efforts and results. This provide the muscles and the brain with enough energy to perform throughout the entire training session. Studies also say that consuming protein before weight lifting results in muscle growth. Be sure to drink enough water so that the nutrients get absorbed and you remain hydrated.
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