How is your week going so far?
After 9 years in the fitness industry I’m not so easily shocked anymore.
In fairness, the people I work with are all in a good position as they are trying to do something about their health, they’re all at different parts of the journey.
But for many, getting fitter and healthier just isn’t on their agenda.
Some people’s diets are appalling, to be honest.
I still know people who when asked by me ‘do you eat any vegetables?’ make a face like a petulant fussy 5 year old when being handed a plate with vegetables on.
I understand that everyone’s tastes and likes are different, but as we go through life we do things we like doing and do things we don’t.
It’s proven that a healthy diet makes you live longer and with better quality.
If adding some vegetables to your diet whether you like them or not isn’t worth that then you’re a lost cause!
There are certain nutrients that our body needs to function properly.
Cut them out and you risk feeling (at best) tired, sluggish, overweight, (at worst) getting seriously ill.
Here are 5 essential nutrients and which foods are the best sources.
1. Vitamin D – Sun is your best source as well as oily fish and egg yolk.
2. Omega 3 Fatty Acids – Salmon, mackerel, sardines, flax seed and walnuts.
3. Vitamin B12 – Meat, eggs and dairy products are your best sources. If you’re a vegetarian then a supplement is a good idea.
4. Iron – Red meat, chicken, eggs, offal, green leafy veg.
5. Iodine – Iodised salt, milk, eggs, seaweed, fish.
5 really important nutrients to keep your levels high.
Some people don’t realise how poorly their body is functioning until they change their lifestyle and see how good you can really feel.
Take a few minutes to think about how well you truly eat.
Have a great day!
