Nutirtion 101

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Nutrition is a vital part of our lives and plays a major part while on or off cycle. The problem is there is no 1 plan for everyone. The good news is there are some basic guidelines you can follow to help obtain optimum health and make sure you get the best results whilst on cycle especially.

The following are some basic guidelines for you to follow:

1) It is best to have many small meals during the day. This helps to maintain the metabolism. Eat every 2-4 hours with a goal of at least 5 meals a day. Do Not Skip Meals.

2) Each meal should have a source of quality protein: Lean meats and fish for example. If you can't take in enough protein a protein shake (low in carbs, fats and sugars) would be adequate.

3) Water! Vital for living! Try to drink 8 or more glasses of fresh water per day. Make sure to stay well hydrated when exercising.

4) Sugars and Starchy foods. Stay away! High- glycemic foods such as white potatoes, white rice, white pasta and white bread and heavily processed foods and snacks convert quickly and are stored as fat in your body. Low-glycemic foods are better: sweet potatoes, brown rice, whole wheat pasta, wholegrain breads, legumes etc.

5) Fiber is very important. Fiber helps with everything from preventing inflammation in arteries to increasing good cholesterol. Recent studies show it may help prevent colon cancer. For adults at least 30+ grams per day are recommended.

6) Fresh Fruits and Vegetables: high in fiber, low-glycemic. 3+ servings a day.

7) EFA's, Essential fatty acids, otherwise known as healthy fats. Preferably from whole foods such as salmon, almonds, pecans and avocado's. Supplement as needed with CLA and fish oils (enteric coated).

8) Antioxidants! Antioxidants! Antioxidants! Free radicals caused by the sun, chemicals and stress are combated by antioxidants. Various sources: berries such as blueberries, cranberries and raspberries. Grapes and pomegranates and even a glass or two of red wine with your evening meal can go a long way. (See I had to get the red wine in there somehow!!)

[willy222]

good information

[Adam F]

Good post for someone trying to improve there health and fitness.