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No sugar, no fat, no carbs – NO WAY!
Ever heard this one, “no carbs for me after 5”? Or
how about, “I am on a no sugar diet”? Or this one, “I’m on a no
carbs, no fat, no sugar diet”? While you may see an immediate drop
in weight from fad diets such as those (because cutting anything
from your caloric intake will usually result in weight loss) the
long-term effects can include bingeing, malnutrition and additional
weight gain. So scrap those diets and see long-term, positive
results from a well-balanced nutrition program.
A well-balanced nutrition program guarantees success
as it incorporates the very important macronutrients - protein,
carbohydrates and healthy fats, as well as micronutrients - vitamins
and minerals, into every meal. Proper
nutrition normalizes eating behaviors and prevents weight re-gain.
Adding a daily multi-vitamin and mineral supplement to your morning
routine may also aid in healthy weight loss. Maintaining a balanced
nutrition program will also insure that you do not become starved
for certain nutrients and end up eating more of the same unhealthy
foods to try to get the nutrients your body craves.
Studies have proven that consuming your recommended
caloric intake over five meals a day will keep your hunger at bay
and help you lose fat safely and consistently. Be sure to choose
fresh fruits, dark green and orange vegetables, lean meats, whole
grains, fat-free or low-fat milk, poultry, most fish, eggs, and
natural foods. When weight loss is your goal, set reasonable
expectations and aim for a slow, steady weight loss of not more than
two pounds per week. You can achieve safe weight loss by
maintaining adequate nutrient intake, staying hydrated, decreasing
caloric intake and increasing physical activity.
Balanced nutrition immediately starts to improve
your skin, hair, nails, teeth and gums, promotes regularity and
improves your libido. Some folks even boast a better memory! Of
course, more energy just comes with the territory when you are
eating right and staying hydrated with at least 64 ounces of water
daily. Wow, look at all those benefits just from making good
nutrition choices!
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Congratulations to my Dad, Charlie Bishop, who finished 11th in Archery in
his second Olympics!
My
Dad was the only competitor to shoot a true "Robin Hood". He
fired an arrow into the bullseye, then split that arrow with
another. Check it out!
Great Job Dad! |
