First of all, we want to give props to the guys at nerdfitness.com … talking about healthy diets to lose weight and all.
Why?
Because, well. We relate to their nerdage.
*cough* *cough*
Plus, they talk a lot about leveling up when it comes to changing the way that you eat, sticking to healthy diets, and simple healthy eating. Moreover, they go into some real detail with a rather long article on precisely why you need a healthy eating plan.
See, if you are working on your body with weight training, or cardio, or any other workout routine … but you’re stuffing your face with all the wrong foods … then you are sabatoging yourself.
BAM!
Right. From. The. Very. Beginning.
As a result, we felt their article is definitely worth a read. We’re following that up with some great in-depth healthy diet info from Joe Wicks and another from Michelle Lewin. We’ll take a look at some recipes that are part of healthy diets to lose weight and more. Finally, we’ll follow that up with a few MORE recipes and then finish this article off with a “How To” video on how you can make a rocking, Healthy Chicken Pathia Curry.
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And you too …
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A Beginner’s Guide to Healthy Eating
“Do you struggle with healthy eating…because you’re not quite sure what that means?
Maybe your doctor told you that you need to lose weight.
Perhaps you’re sick and tired of being the self-deprecating big guy/girl in your group of friends.
Maybe you just had your first kid and realized you need to be there for him growing up.
It could be that you woke up this morning, looked in the mirror, and finally came to the realization that it seems like it’s time to start taking care of yourself.
Whatever your reason is for wanting to make a change, you’re not alone! Every day, thousands of people make the decision to start eating better and losing weight…and every day those thousands of people don’t really have any plan or idea what they’re doing.
After all, there are so many freaking decisions to be made:
- Should I follow the food pyramid?
- Should I be counting all of my calories?
- What about “heart healthy” whole grains?
- Should I do this juice diet all of my coworkers are on?
- How many Twinkies can I fit in my mouth?
Fear not, for Nerd Fitness is here! (This is where the Nerd Fitness theme song would play…if we had one).
Today you’re going to learn the basics of a healthy diet so you can stop sucking and start living better. This is a relatively long article (3500+ words), so feel free to wait until you’re on you’re lunch break to really dig in…or just shun your work for the next 30 minutes and enjoy. Tell your boss you’re leveling up your life…he’ll understand …
… I’m guessing you’re reading this because you’ve struggled with your diet in the past, and are tired of not seeing results. As a result, if that sounds like you, we created a 10-Level Nerd Fitness Diet Strategy guide just for you.
Whether you’re a nerd or not, we encourage you to check out this powerful article. It’s packed with information on healthy diets that you shouldn’t miss.
So, just click on the image or title above.
Next, we’re going to take a look at a great plan from Joe Wicks, a British fitness coach, TV presenter and author, specializing in cooking and fitness books. Also, this plan can be part of many different healthy diets to lose weight.
Simple Healthy Eating Plan by The Body Coach
“If you’re planning to embark on any kind of fitness regime, you have to know that without the correct nutrition your body will never be able to achieve as much as it can. And seriously, these bodies of ours can achieve a lot.
So, WH teamed up with him to bring you the basics to healthy eating plan which, when used in tandem with the amazing 14-day shred exercise guide, will bring some impressive results.
This guide works on the basis that you do your most intense workout after work – which impacts on what you should pile on your plate during the evening. Tweak the diet plan if you hit it hard over lunch time or in the morning.
BREAKFAST
Upon waking – 250 -300ml ice cold water from fridge.
Joe Wicks encourages everyone to break away from the norm of cereals in the morning and instead suggests eating meat, fats and veg. If you can’t help it once or twice a week you can eat Lizis Granola (Original). It’s very low in sugar and is the only cereal he ever recommends …
LUNCH
… Meal times that don’t follow workouts are an opportunity to repair and nourish your body with good fats and lean protein sources (rather than carbs).
Your body can use the protein for repair, immune strengthening and muscle retention and growth. It also utilizes fats as its main fuel source throughout the day ensuring all those fat-soluble micronutrients get absorbed quickly into your body …
DINNER (ON TRAINING DAYS)
… Eat a post workout meal rich in carbohydrates, proteins and lower in fats 60-90 minutes after your training session. On the days that you train, your body’s Glycogen levels (stored carbohydrates) are drained down from the intense training and need to be topped up with good quality nutrient dense carbohydrates ready for the next session.
Of course, you need protein to rebuild muscle tissue damaged through training, but you also have to eat carbohydrates because to perform at your best requires you to fill your muscles with glycogen.
Cook with a ratio of 1:3 carbs to protein.”
To read the full article, simply click on the title or the image right under it.
Next, we promised some more recipes that are part of healthy diets to lose weight. So, we’re dishing up some great ones published over at fitnessmagazine.com.
Simple Healthy Eating Recipes
“Green Up ‘n’ Go Smoothie – By Lauren Mazzo
Ingredients:
First of all, use 1/3 cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt
1/3 tablespoon lemon juice
3/4 cup chopped cucumber
1/2 cup green grapes
4 tablespoons pepitas
1/3 cup red apples
2 cups spinach
Finally, use 3/4 cup ice
Directions:
First, in a blender or food processor, combine Greek yogurt, cucumber, grapes, pepitas, red apples, spinach, and ice. After that, blend until desired consistency. In conclusion, this can be an amazing part of many healthy diets to lose weight fast!
Artichoke Benedict – By Renee Cherry
Ingredients
2 artichoke hearts
2 slices organic nitrate-free bacon
1 egg white
2 eggs
Hollaindaise Ingredients
1/4 cup ghee, melted
1 egg yolk
½ tbsp lemon juice
1 pinch salt
1 pinch paprika
Directions
Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Then, deconstruct artichoke and place hearts on the baking sheet. (Be sure to remove all thorns.)
Brush the artichoke hearts with egg white.
Additionally, slice two pieces of bacon in half. Distribute evenly on top of the artichoke hearts. Bake for 20 minutes.
While artichokes and bacon are baking, melt ghee in sauce pan. Whisk yolk and lemon juice and add into the pan. Continue to whisk until fluffy and smooth. Set aside.
Finally, in a separate pot, boil water. Then crack two eggs, one at a time, into a ladle and slide into boiling water. Let each boil for 2 minutes and carefully remove.
To serve, place the poached egg on top of the bacon artichoke hearts. Then pour a tablespoon of hollandaise on top. Sprinkle with a dash of paprika and salt or pepper to taste.
Turmeric Smoothie Bowl – By Lauren Mazzo
Ingredients
1 sliced banana, frozen (slice before freezing for best results)
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
1 tsp. Numi Turmeric Chai Golden Latte mix
Then add a splash of almond milk
Also, unsalted slivered almonds, to taste
Finally, use 1 ripe persimmon, cut into bite size pieces (should be solid orange and slightly crisp)
Directions
Add bananas, vanilla, turmeric, and a splash of almond milk to blender.
Then, blend until smooth throughout. Add more almond milk if needed.
Also, add almonds and diced persimmon. Enjoy!”
Next, we’re going to share the awesome healthy eating plan of Michelle Lewin. In case you don’t know who she is, well … she’s a Miami based, internationally renowned fitness model.
Michelle Lewin Shares Her Healthy Diets to Lose Weight
Most relevant dear readers: This one is a video tutorial. Enjoy. 🙂
Lean In 15 Healthy Chicken Pathia Curry
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