Nutritional Tips for Women
If we believed everything we read in the papers then none of us would really know what we should eat. One day something is bad for our health, and the next day a new study reveals that it will actually cure us of all diseases.
What’s important to remember is why we need to eat in the first place. Food is there to provide us with the nutrition our bodies need to function. So what about the nutritional needs of women? What should we be focusing on, and are our requirements any different to the boys?
The Importance Of Iron
Due to our monthly cycle (grrrr) Iron is very important in a woman’s diet. In order to avoid iron deficiency-anemia we should be sure to include plenty of shellfish, beans, liver, and a little red meat in our diets. Especially as it approaches “that time of the month!” In fact if you become pregnant your iron requirement will increase even further.
Take Plenty Of Greens
Remember when your Mom kept on at you about not eating enough greens? Well she had a point! Greens are a vital part of any good nutritional plan, and play a huge role in our general health and well-being. They are also great if you are trying to lose weight.
Spinach, Kale, Pak Choi, Broccoli, Asparagus, Cabbage, and Green beans are loaded with important vitamins A and C. They also provide a rich source of fibre and help you to stay fuller for longer. A great way to deal with those hunger pangs that strike in the middle of the day!
Although the experts suggest you have at least 5 portions of vegetables a day, in certain parts of the world they suggest 10 portions plus.
Don’t Miss Breakfast!
You’ve heard this before a hundred times I know, but it’s that important you’re going to hear it again!
Missing breakfast is just about the worst thing you can do, especially if you are trying to lose weight. When you miss a meal your body will go into what’s known as “Starvation mode”. When you go long periods without eating your body assumes there is a famine on the horizon so it begins to store fat in order to keep you going.
It also slows your metabolism, which means you burn calories at a much slower pace. Another mistake that will see you pile on the pounds! On top of all that don’t forget that without breakfast you won’t have the energy to get through the day.
Keep Hydrated
Keeping your body properly hydrated is probably the most important nutritional tip you can follow, yet many of us don’t. When your body becomes even marginally
dehydrated the symptoms can be very obvious and acute. You will rapidly lose focus and concentration; you may also begin to feel very tired and lethargic. In a situation where you let yourself become very dehydrated you will probably start to feel very unwell.
The other reason you should stay as hydrated as possible is that often our body mistakes the feeling of thirst for the feeling of hunger. You may find that when you feel hungry, simply drinking a glass or two of water will be enough to satisfy you until your next
meal.
Fitness Elite For Women can help you construct a balanced and healthy nutritional plan that will give your body the vitamins and minerals it needs to get you through the day, but will also be tailored to help you achieve any weight loss goals you may have.
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