🥗 Nurture to Flourish: A Simple Guide to Good Nutrition
With our busy lifestyles, snacking, skipping meals, and takeout are easy options. But what we consume does everything: from fueling energy to providing good mood, sleep, and health for the longer haul. The good news is that you do not need a nutrition degree with a fridge full of exotic superfoods. Just go for some basic, science-y strategies.
🍎 What Is "Good Nutrition"?
Good nutrition is feeding the body with the right nutrients in the right amounts for optimal functioning. This includes
- Macronutrients: carbohydrates, protein, and fats
- Micronutrients: vitamins and minerals
- Hydration: plenty of water daily
- Fiber: for gut health and digestion
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With these things in balance, your body thrives.
🥦 5-Simple Tips for Good Eating
1. Eat Mostly Real Foods
This group includes whole foods: fruit, vegetables, legumes, whole grains, nuts, and lean proteins, which are all nutrient-dense. Cut the ultra-processed foods that are really just sugar, refined carbs, and unhealthy fats.
2. Balance Your Plate
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A good rule of thumb is:
Half your plate=vegetables or fruit
One quarter=lean protein (chicken, tofu, beans)
One quarter=whole grains (quinoa, brown rice, whole wheat).
3. Don't Fear Fats
Fats maintain our brains and hormones in a healthy state. Good fats come from avocados, nuts, seeds, olive oils, and fatty fish.
4. Drink Water
Aim for about 6–8 glasses daily, and more if you're active or if the weather is hot. Herbal teas and water-rich fruit and vegetables also count!
5. Listen to Your Body
Eat when you're hungry—stop when you're full. Try not to eat out of boredom or stress (and if you do, give yourself a break; you're human!).
🍽 Nutrition Is Not One-Size-Fits-All
Keto, vegan, intermittent fasting—you name it; the diets are full of fads. But the best one works for you over the long-term, nourishes your body, and makes you feel good. Consult a registered dietitian for one-on-one advice if you need it.
💡 Conclusions
Eating well doesn't have to equal perfection. Consider nutrition as a lifestyle choice, not a set of rules. Take small, consistent steps. Keep variety, balance, and fun in mind. After all, it isn't just about adding years to your life but adding life to your years.
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Incorporate a consistent workout routine to maximize the benefits of your nutritional efforts.
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