Chasing Excellence [ 🍽️ ] The Simplest Nutrition Strategy: Eat Clean & Eat Light
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Nov 15, 2024 Discover the fundamentals of clean eating by understanding nutrient density and making simpler dietary choices. Learn to navigate the clean eating spectrum, distinguishing between ultra-processed and whole foods. The importance of sourcing high-quality ingredients is emphasized, along with tips for transitioning to healthier options. Explore meal planning strategies that promote self-awareness and maintain mindful caloric intake. Additionally, find out how small commitments, like staying hydrated, can lead to big changes in your overall well-being.
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Use A Simple Clean-Food Spectrum
- Classify foods on a spectrum from ultra-processed to ultra-clean and try to shift meals rightward over time.
- Move a percentage of your meals toward cleaner choices each year to improve health.
Nutrients Matter More Than Macros
- Eating cleaner increases micronutrient density, affecting inflammation and aging across body systems.
- For most people, nutrient density matters more than exact macronutrient ratios.
Scan Labels For Three Red Flags
- Read ingredient lists and avoid added sugars, flours, and crappy oils to eat cleaner.
- Treat coconut sugar or maltodextrin as sugar and watch for disguised names.