It’s not a diet. It’s a lifestyle and a balanced approach to food – from its nutritional content to how its prepared – bringing you better health, one bite at a time. At the end of the day, it’s the quality and quantity that count.
1) Eat frequent, small meals throughout the day. Pick lean protein, plenty of fresh fruit + veggies and a complex carbohydrate with every meal to keep energized and burning calories long after your workout. This also helps control portion size, which can often undermine a good diet.
2) Drink at least 8 glasses of water a day. Water helps flush toxins, keeps you hydrated and controls your appetite. Thirst often disguises itself as hunger.
3) Avoid processed and refined foods. Fresh is best. Fill your shopping cart with foods from the perimeter of the store and opt for complex carbs that are richer in nutrients.
4) Consume healthy fats. Brain and organ function depend on healthy fats, found naturally in seeds, nuts and fish. Consider supplements rich in essential fatty acids if you don’t consume these regularly
For more information about Clean Eating check out www.eatcleaner.com.
2 comments
Mareya says:
September 10, 2009 at 3:16 pm (UTC -8 )
Hey guys – I have to share this with you, because I was so shocked at what’s being marketed as ‘Healthy’ in the stores for children. I won’t name the brand but these Strawberry Fruit Nuggets have 24 ingredients in them! I call this ‘phood’ or phony food. If you eat real strawberries, that’s only one ingredient, kissed by the sun.
I want to encourage everyone to eat real, less processed food. The farther we get away from the source, the more foreign to our bodies and the harder to break down. When you combine ‘add it to your RIPPED workout, you’ll feel and see the difference.
Alex Isaly says:
September 10, 2009 at 9:22 pm (UTC -8 )
i love the tip mareya! just a simple change in diet combined with a little fitness can lead to huge results and a much healthier lifestyle. why wouldn’t you want that????