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What is a Macro Diet?<\/h2>\n

Everyone wants to lose weight. At the end of the day, there\u2019s only two things that are actually important: calorie and macronutrient intake.<\/p>\n

First of all what is a \u201cMacro?\u201d You’ve probably heard me talk about them in our sessions.<\/p>\n

\u201cMacro\u201d is a contraction of \u201cmacronutrient,\u201d which is as follows:<\/p>\n

A macronutrient is any of the
\nnutritional components of the diet that are required in relatively large amounts: protein, carbohydrate, fat, and minerals such as calcium, zinc, iron, magnesium, and phosphorous.<\/p>\n

Micro dieting, is a method of dieting that revolves around meeting your daily macronutritional intake targets, and not on what you eat to get there.<\/p>\n

That is, you plan your daily meals to provide you with so much protein, carbohydrate, and fat, based on your goal (lose fat or build muscle). It\u2019s essentially a form of calories counting (a gram of protein and carbohydrate both contain about 4 calories, and a gram of fat contains about 9).<\/p>\n

So long as you hit those \u201cmacro\u201d targets every day, the foods you eat to get there will not negatively affect your body composition. However my personal opinion it’s still important to eat good wholesome foods.<\/p>\n

The foods we eat provide our body with the raw materials it needs for growth, development and function. There are two basic groups of nutrients that must be obtained through the diet: macro-nutrients and micro-nutrients.<\/p>\n

Macro-nutrients are comprise of proteins, carbohydrates and unsaturated fats while vitamins and minerals make-up micro-nutrients. All nutrients play different but vital roles in our health and wellbeing.<\/p>\n

How to include more micro-nutrients in your diet
\nAlthough needed only in small amounts, micro-nutrients are essential for the proper functioning of every system in the body and are vital for good health. There are two classes of micronutrients, vitamins and minerals. Each vitamin and mineral has a specific role in bodily function.<\/p>\n

Our bodies cannot make all of these micro-nutrients, so they must be supplied through the diet. Different foods contain different levels of vitamins and minerals, so it’s important that you eat a wide variety of foods from the different food groups and a variety within each food group, to make sure you get an adequate supply of all the micro-nutrients your body needs.<\/p>\n

Vitamin A is an important micronutrient needed for healthy eyesight and gums, Vitamin C for a healthy functioning immune system, and Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant which helps fight free radical damage in the body. We need vitamin D for strong bones and immune function, and our B vitamins for energy production, nervous system health and for proper digestion.<\/p>\n

There are also essential minerals that play important roles in the body such as iron needed for red blood cell production, calcium for strong healthy bones and teeth, magnesium for nervous system health, and zinc for healthy skin, reproductive and immune function. Selenium is also an important mineral which acts as an antioxidant to protect the body from chronic diseases and premature aging.<\/p>\n

Macronutrients<\/p>\n

Carbohydrates – wholegrain cereals (oats, brown rice, pasta, grainy bread), root vegetables<\/p>\n

Protein – fish, chicken, lean meat, eggs, legumes, nuts, seeds, dairy products, tofu<\/p>\n

Unsaturated fats – nuts, seeds, fish, olive oil, avocado<\/p>\n

Micronutrients<\/p>\n

Vitamin A – Milk, cheese, eggs (yolk), orange and yellow fruits and vegetables
\nVitamin B – Legumes, wholegrain cereals, nuts, seeds, green leafy vegetables
\nVitamin C – Citrus fruits, broccoli, strawberry, parsley, cabbage
\nVitamin D – Citrus fruits, broccoli, strawberry, parsley, cabbage
\nVitamin E – Olives and olive oil, avocado, wholegrain cereals
\nIron – Lean meat, green leafy vegetables, legumes
\nCalcium – Dairy products, almonds, tahini, green leafy vegetables
\nMagnesium – Nuts, seeds, wholegrains, legumes, green leafy vegetables
\nZinc – Lean meat, chicken, fish, sunflower and pumpkin seeds
\nSelenium – Brazil nuts, wheatgerm, sunflower seeds, oats<\/p>\n

If you would like to know what your daily macro should be to help achieve your goal – fat loss, muscle building or maintenance please feel free to contact me via my contact page, I’ll take a few details and get back you with your results.<\/p>\n

Kind regards John.<\/p>\n

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Why i love drinking hot water with lemon and ginger every morning<\/h2>\n

1 Good for stomach<\/span><\/strong>
\n Lemon can help relieve many digestion problems when mixed with hot water. These include nausea, heartburn and parasites. Due to the digestive qualities of lemon juice, symptoms of indigestion such as heartburn, bloating and belching are relieved. By drinking lemon juice regularly, the bowels are aided in eliminating waste more efficiently. Lemon acts as a blood purifier and as a cleansing agent. The intake of lemon juice can cure constipation. It is even known to help relieve hiccups when consumed as a juice. Lemon juice acts as a liver tonic and helps you digest your food by helping your liver produce more bile. It decreases the amount of phlegm produced by your body. It is also thought to help dissolve gallstones.<\/span><\/p>\n

2 Excellent for Skin Care<\/span><\/strong>
\n Lemon, being a natural antiseptic medicine, can participate to cure problems related to skin. Lemon is a vitamin C rich citrus fruit that enhances your beauty, by rejuvenating skin from within and thus bringing a glow on your face. Daily consumption of lemon water can make a huge difference in the appearance of your skin. It acts as an anti-aging remedy and can remove wrinkles and blackheads. Lemon water if applied on the areas of burns can fade the scars. As lemon is a cooling agent, it reduces the burning sensation on the skin.<\/span><\/p>\n

3 Aids in Dental Care<\/span><\/strong>
\n Lemon water is used in dental care also. If fresh lemon juice is applied on the areas of toothache, it can assist in getting rid of the pain. The massages of lemon juice on gums can stop gum bleeding. It gives relief from bad smell and other problems related to gums.<\/span><\/p>\n

4 Cures Throat Infections<\/span><\/strong>
\n Lemon is an excellent fruit that aids in fighting problems related to throat infections, sore throat and tonsillitis as it has an antibacterial property. For sore throat, dilute one-half lemon juice with one-half water and gargle frequently.<\/span><\/p>\n

5 Good for Weight Loss<\/span><\/strong>
\n One of the major health benefits of drinking lemon water is that it paves way for losing weight faster, thus acting as a great weight loss remedy. If a person takes lemon juice mixed with lukewarm water and honey, it can reduce the body weight as well.<\/span><\/p>\n

6 Controls High Blood Pressure<\/span><\/strong>
\n Lemon water works wonders for people having heart problem, owing to its high potassium content. It controls high blood pressure, dizziness, nausea as well as provides relaxation to mind and body. It also reduces mental stress and depression.<\/span><\/p>\n

7 Assist in curing Respiratory Disorders<\/span><\/strong>
\n Lemon water assists in curing respiratory problems, along with breathing problems and revives a person suffering from asthma.<\/span>
\n Good for treating Rheumatism<\/span>
\n Lemon is also a diuretic and hence lemon water can treat rheumatism and\u00c2 arthritis. It helps to flush out bacteria and toxins out of the body.<\/span><\/p>\n

8 Reduces Fever<\/span><\/strong>
\n Lemon water can treat a person who is suffering from cold, flu or fever. It helps to break fever by increasing perspiration.<\/span>
\n Acts as a blood purifier The diseases like cholera or malaria can be treated with lemon water as it can act as a blood purifier.<\/span><\/p>\n

Lemon is not the only power player in this recipe. Ginger is known to have some pretty remarkable health generating qualities like the ones listed below via Health Diaries<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

1<\/strong> Colon Cancer Prevention A study at the University of Minnesota found that ginger may slow the growth of colorectal cancer cells.<\/span><\/p>\n

2<\/strong> Morning Sickness A review of several studies has concluded that ginger is just as effective as vitamin B6 in the treatment of morning sickness.<\/span><\/p>\n

3<\/strong> Motion Sickness Remedy Ginger has been shown to be an effective remedy for the nausea associated with motion sickness.<\/span><\/p>\n

4<\/strong> Reduces Pain and Inflammation One study showed that ginger has anti-inflammatory properties and is a powerful natural painkiller.<\/span><\/p>\n

5<\/b> Heartburn Relief Ginger has long been used as a natural heartburn remedy. It is most often taken in the form of tea for this purpose.<\/span><\/p>\n

6<\/b> Cold and Flu Prevention and Treatment Ginger has long been used as a natural treatment for colds and the flu, Many people also find ginger to be helpful in the case of stomach flus or food poisoning, which is not surprising given the positive effects ginger has upon the digestive tract.<\/span><\/p>\n

7<\/b> Migraine Relief Research has shown that ginger may provide migraine relief due to its ability to stop prostaglandins from causing pain and inflammation in blood vessels.<\/span><\/p>\n

8<\/b> Menstrual Cramp Relief In Chinese medicine, ginger tea with brown sugar is used in the treatment of menstrual cramps.<\/span><\/p>\n

9<\/b> Prevention of Diabetic Nephropathy A study done on diabetic rats found that those rats given ginger had a reduced incidence of diabetic nephropathy (kidney damage) – via Health Diaries<\/span><\/p>\n

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Sugar free challenge<\/h2>\n

Do you want to see the weight drop off? I already know the answer – yes you do.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Then take the one month sugar free challenge and eliminate all added sugar from your life. This means no refined sugar, natural sweeteners, or artificial sweeteners. Naturally occurring sugars in fruits, vegetables, and other whole foods are acceptable and recommended<\/span><\/p>\n

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GUIDELINES:
\n<\/strong>Foods that have added sugar of any kind are not allowed. \u00a0You might be surprised to learn that sugar has many names and is often disguised in the ingredient lists. You may have noticed many foods now advertise as having No High Fructose Corn Syrup. What manufactures don\u2019t promote is that in place of the corn syrup is likely another form of sugar. \u00a0Reading the fine print on ingredient labels is absolutely necessary for this challenge.<\/span><\/p>\n

No added natural sugars or sweeteners of any kind, to include: honey, molasses, stevia, agave nectar, coconut palm sugar, xylitol, maple syrup, etc.. \u00a0This is important in order to start to enjoy the real taste of foods.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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No added refined sugars (white sugar, corn syrup, brown sugar)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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No added artificial sweeteners (Truvia, Splenda, Nutrasweet, etc.)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Basically, if it has\u00a0added<\/strong>\u00a0sugar or sweeteners, of any kind, do not eat it.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Note:<\/strong>\u00a0 Again, when we say no sugar, we mean no\u00a0added<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0sugar. There will be naturally occurring sugars in milk, plain yogurt, fresh vegetables and fruit, that\u2019s okay. The idea is to give up ADDED sugars that are in most all processed foods. So when you read a nutrition label, look at the actual list of ingredients, NOT the percentage of sugar per serving (unless you must do so for medical reasons).<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Make it easier by doing the following:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Drink 6 (12 ounce) glasses of plain water each day, or 2.2 liters.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Consider drinking one nutrient-dense smoothie each day.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Eat Fruit
\n<\/strong>Fruit contains plenty of natural sugars and is also an important part of any healthy eating plan. \u00a0The possibilities are only as limited as your local grocery store. \u00a0Also, fruit is a great way of naturally getting the sugar you might be craving and will help make this challenge successful.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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DURATION
\n<\/strong>The challenge goes for one entire month. \u00a0Remember, those who stick with the challenge for an entire month will benefit the most.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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AFTER THE CHALLENGE
\n<\/strong>The goal of this challenge is to your break sugar addiction and lose excess weight and body fat.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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We recommend after the challenge is over, switch from refined sugars to unrefined ones that have some nutritional value. For example,\u00a0raw honey, sucanat, coconut palm sugar<\/span><\/a><\/strong>, molasses, sorghum and 100% pure maple syrup. \u00a0All of these natural sweeteners have nutrients that cannot be found in refined sugar and artificial sweeteners.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Remember, even unrefined sweeteners can pack on the pounds if eaten on a regular basis.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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So what do you say? \u00a0Will you take the challenge? \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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No added sugar grocery items:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Milk, low-fat<\/span>
\nAlmond Milk without added sugar<\/span>
\nCoconut milk<\/span>
\nPomegranate Juice, 100% pure juice<\/span>
\nGreen Tea, home brewed<\/span>
\nCottage Cheese, low-fat<\/span>
\nGreek yogurt, plain, low-fat<\/span>
\nFeta Cheese, low-fat<\/span>
\nParmasean Cheese<\/span>
\nSpaghetti or Marinara Sauce, We like Ragu Lite (no added sugar)<\/span>
\nPasta, 100% whole wheat<\/span>
\nWild Caught Salmon<\/span>
\nLean Ground Turkey<\/span>
\nChicken<\/span>
\nLean Meats<\/span>
\nFresh fruit<\/span>
\nFresh vegetables<\/span>
\nEggs<\/span>
\nLegumes<\/span>
\nQuinoa<\/span>
\nBrown Rice<\/span>
\nOld-Fashioned Oats<\/span>
\nSteel Cut Oats<\/span>
\nRasins<\/span>
\nDates (read the label to ensure there\u2019s no added sweeteners)<\/span>
\nFigs<\/span>
\nEzekiel Bread (sometimes found in the organic section cooler or freezer)<\/span>
\nWhite Whole Wheat Flour<\/span>
\nWhole Wheat Flour<\/span>
\nCoconut Flour<\/span>
\nJam & Jelly sweetened with fruit juice, we like\u00a0Polaner all Fruit with Fiber<\/em><\/span>
\nNatural Peanut Butter, Smuckers and Krema are yummy brands<\/span>
\nRaw or roasted nuts (without added oils, salt or sugar), especially walnuts, almonds and pistachios<\/span>
\nRaw or roasted seeds, especially pumpkin, flax, chia or sunflower seeds<\/span>
\nExtra-Virgin Olive Oil<\/span>
\nCanola Oil<\/span>
\nCoconut Oil, unrefined<\/span><\/p>\n

(See list of all the different names used for sugar below)<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Barley malt<\/span>
\n Barbados sugar<\/span>
\n Beet sugar<\/span>
\n Brown sugar<\/span>
\n Butter syrup<\/span>
\n Cane juice<\/span>
\n Cane sugar<\/span>
\n Caramel<\/span>
\n Corn syrup<\/span>
\n Corn syrup solids<\/span>
\n Confectioner’s sugar<\/span>
\n Carob syrup<\/span>
\n Caster sugar<\/span>
\n Date sugar<\/span>
\n Dehydrated cane juice<\/span>
\n Demerara sugar<\/span>
\n Dextran<\/span>
\n Dextrose<\/span>
\n Diastatic malt<\/span>
\n Diatase<\/span>
\n Ethyl maltol<\/span>
\n Free flowing brown sugars<\/span>
\n Fructose<\/span>
\n Fruit juice<\/span>
\n Fruit juice concentrate<\/span>
\n Galactose<\/span>
\n Glucose<\/span>
\n Glucose solids<\/span>
\n Golden sugar<\/span>
\n Golden syrup<\/span>
\n Grape sugar<\/span>
\n HFCS (High Fructose Corn Syrup… Very Bad)<\/span>
\n Honey<\/span>
\n Icing sugar<\/span>
\n Inverted sugar<\/span>
\n Lactose<\/span>
\n Malt<\/span>
\n Maltodextrin<\/span>
\n Maltose<\/span>
\n Malt syrup<\/span>
\n Mannitol<\/span>
\n Maple Syrup<\/span>
\n Molasses<\/span>
\n Muscovado<\/span>
\n Panocha<\/span>
\n Powdered sugar<\/span>
\n Raw sugar<\/span>
\n Refiner’s syrup<\/span>
\n Rice syrup<\/span>
\n Sorbitol<\/span>
\n Sorghum syrup<\/span>
\n Sucrose<\/span>
\n Sugar (granulated)<\/span>
\n Treacle<\/span>
\n Turbinado sugar<\/span>
\n Yellow sugar<\/span><\/p>\n

(Fake sugar)<\/span>
\n splenda<\/span>
\n Aspartame<\/span><\/p>\n

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Tips<\/h2>\n

Aways\u00a0set realistic goals, If you’re trying to lose weight, get fitter, increase muscle tone or just be better at a sport, you’ll need smart goals – Goals that are specific, measurable, attainable, realistic and timely. When you don’t have a specific goal, it can be difficult to keep exercising and to track your progress to see how far you’ve come.<\/span><\/p>\n

Always have breakfast, breakfast literally means \u201cbreaking the fast,\u201d and it helps us to \u2018restock\u2019 or \u2018refuel\u2019 our body’s energy stores, which have been depleted during our sleep, this will give us the energy needed for the day\u2019s exercises and activities.<\/span><\/p>\n

Drink plenty of water throughout the day, water is essential for health and performance. The recommended daily amount is at least 2 litres per day.
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Train at least 3 times per week, Short but hard intensity workouts (approximately 30 – 45 minutes will boost your metabolism.
\nThe affects of the workout means that you can still be burning more calories for up to 38 hours after completing the workout.<\/span><\/p>\n

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