Proper nutrition is an important component of any healthy weight-loss program. A varied diet combined with proper hydration will provide results that speak for themselves. Add in a challenging workout routine and you are all set. No magic formulas needed. If you want to tailor these general guidelines to your needs you can always enlist the help of your local trainer and nutritionist to assist you with the specifics.
It's all about calories
Early nutritional studies showed how calories fueled our metabolic needs and how any excess calories were simply stored as fat. Then fad dieting took center stage and the misinformation campaign that ensued was disastrous for the general public. People began believing that eliminating one of the three types of calories, usually fats or carbohydrates, would miraculously spur weight loss. Some bad vegan diets even suggested proteins were the source of all bad toxins. Make no mistake, all three calorie types are essential and calorie reduction is the only sensible solution to weight gain. So what's the ratio? Two parts of carbohydrates for every part of protein and half of that amount of protein should be composed of fats.
But don't get too lenient
Yes, fats, protein and carbohydrates are all essential but within each subgroup you can easily discriminate between those that are healthy and those that will simply disrupt your metabolism. Healthy fats are easily metabolized into energy while the unhealthy variety will just clog your arteries or be stored in fat cells. Similarly carbohydrates with a high glycemic index will cause an insulin spike and a subsequent fall that just wrecks havoc on your metabolism and can even lead to health complications. All different types of proteins are important and should be attained from a wide variety of vegetables and/or meats.
Water
Water is the ultimate sports supplement. Most of us live lives of silent dehydration. You need water to build up muscle and bones and to break down fat cells. Dehydration is the most overlooked aspect of sports nutrition despite the fact that humans are more than 60% water! The fastest and healthiest way to speed up your metabolism is by drinking a glass or water, especially in the morning. Incidentally, dehydration may be detrimental to your mood and even increase your appetite, both important variables in the fight against weight gain. The ideal should be 1 oz of water for every 2 pounds of body weight.
Different resources are listed online to help you make informed decisions about diet and exercise. It is a good idea to contact your local health provider and certified trainer to discuss a meal plan and exercise routine that is specific to your needs.
Kal Gunay is a weight loss specialist and owns a Boca Raton Program designed to help southern Florida resident lose weight and keep it off.
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