‘I’ll start on Monday...’
‘When the kids get back to school...’
Sound familiar?
Maybe you’ve been here before, the endless cycle of being on, then off, a diet.
Maybe it’s time to change tack.
Instead of thinking about starting a new diet or being ‘good’ maybe it’s time to develop an understanding as to why you need to eat a balanced diet, rich in essential nutrients so that you can sustain a healthy and positive relationship with food, separating any feelings or emotions you may associate with it.
In order to feel full and satisfied after every meal, it is essential that you create a combination of food groups on your plates, which work effectively together. Whole foods are better than processed because they’re rich in fibre and phytonutrients which keep you fuller for longer as well as releasing energy more slowly.
You should aim to eat some lean protein foods with every meal. They can come from a range of animal and non animal produce. Fish, chicken and turkey are all high protein options as well as cuts of lean red meat. Eggs are a fantastic source of protein and healthy fat, while yoghurt also provides a good source of protein too - just remember to check the label first to make sure it’s got less than 4.6g of carbs per 100g. More than that is added sugar. Totally unnecessary.
If you don’t eat meat, or any animal products, then you will find beans, lentils and legumes are your best sources of protein. You could also opt for some soya, tempeh and tofu products too.
Protein provides our bodies with amino acids, it is vital for building and repairing muscles and cells as well as regulating blood sugar.
Next group starts Monday 4th November. Watch out for more details 👀