Scottsdale Nutrition Coach

Nutrition Tip of the Week #2 & #3

April 29, 2009 at 5:07 pm Leave a comment

This week you get 2 for 1 on the nutrition tips!  Last week’s tip did not get posted so here it is along with this week’s.  I know you can handle 2 things at once so this won’t be a problem!

Tip of the week #2:
Breaking news!!!  Vegetables and Fruits are carbohydrates too!  This is a big realization for most people and it was to me too at one point.  Usually when we think of carbohydrates we think of breads, pastas, rice and potatoes. We are all right that these are carbohydrates but when we talk about fruits and veggies we put them into a category on their own when they really are in the category of carbohydrates as well.  Now here is the test: If fruits, vegetables, breads, pastas, rice, cereals, grains and potatoes are all carbohydrates then which carbohydrates will give you the most benefit of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and fiber?……..
Answer: Vegetables and Fruits!
All carbohydrates produce a glycemic response in your body but different kinds produce different degrees of this response.  Our goal is to minimize this glycemic response and those carbohydrates that do so, or have a lower glycemic load, are non-starchy vegetables and high fiber fruits.  So when you are choosing carbohydrates at your next meal remember this and make sure to include veggies and fruits into your total carbohydrate intake.  You would be best to replace those “typical” carbohydrates with some high fiber fruits and veggies!

Tip of the Week #3

Water intake is extremely important!  It is getting hotter as we get closer to the summer months so adequate water is crucial.  Divide your weight in half and that is how many ounces of water you should be consuming daily.  That’s pure clean water!  If you are not at that amount, work up to it slowly adding 8 oz a day until you are consistently getting in the amount you need.  This will help you not be in the bathroom all day   Keep in mind that caffeine and alcohol dehydrate you so add another 8oz  for each drink or coffee.  If you are working out you will also need additional fluids.  Keep these things in mind and be aware of your water intake. 

Focus on fruits, veggies and water this week.  So it’s three things to work on but I still know you can handle it!

~Coach Tiffany

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