Staying healthy doesn't have to take a lot of time or require major schedule changes.
Here are some tips on proper nutrition from a physical therapist which are easy to follow - even if you're busy.
If you are on a personalized fitness program designed by your physical therapist it is likely that they also recommend a nutrition program to help you lose or maintain your current weight and enjoy a higher quality of life.
Although many of us know that proper nutrition is important there are an increasing number of people who opt to take the easy route and stop at that fast food place on the corner or purchase that ready made meal at the supermarket on the way home from a long day at work.
The makers of fast food are aware that people often look for a quick fix and they capitalize on it.
Aside from that, proper nutrition and a weight management regimen go hand in hand and the way to achieve this goal is to make a conscious effort to work with a physical therapist to come up with a program that will help you make the change.
Here are some tips to refresh what you may already know or to help you get started if you have gotten into some bad nutrition habits.
Drink Lots of Water Drink plenty of water and avoid the carbonated soft drinks and other beverages that are filled with chemicals and sugars.
You should drink at least 8 to 10 glasses of water daily and carry a water bottle with you to ensure you meet the daily recommended amount.
Take Vitamins and Supplements You should take high quality vitamins and supplements including a general vitamin to ensure you are getting the basic vitamins.
Check with your physician who can help pinpoint any vitamin deficient you may have with a blood test.
Reduce Fat Intake and Fried Foods There are good fats that are essential to your nutrition regimen and then there are fats that can be detrimental to your heart health.
Good fats include Omega-3 fatty acids found in fish and bad fats are usually included in fried foods and that hamburger at the fast food establishment.
Fresh Vegetables, Fruits, and Lean Meats Eat plenty of fresh vegetables and lean meats such as boneless chicken and fish and avoid canned vegetables as well as vegetables and meats that are included in fast meals or processed foods.
By getting in the habit of buying fresh produce you will also find that you will save a lot of money on your grocery bill while feeling better in the process.
Whole Grains and Fiber Eat whole grains that are high in fiber such as bran, amaranth, quinoa, spelt, and kamut.
The ancient grains are a lot healthier for you then the processed grains that you find in sugar-filled and artificially flavored cereals.
Avoid Processed Foods Processed foods are everywhere including the supermarket tempting you with that quick meal that you can simply throw in the microwave.
The makers of these foods claim they are healthy but more often than not they contain chemicals and preservatives to prolong their shelf life.
They are also filled with ingredients that are sometimes difficult to identify and are part of the preparation process.
Everywhere you look it seems everyone has a quick fix answer to staying healthy but the reality is that a simple exercise regimen and a balanced diet is what makes a huge difference in your health.
Paying a visit to your physical therapist can help you get started on a program that is tailored to your health and your needs and staying on the program is easier because you have the physical therapist and a highly trained staff to help you make a lifestyle change.
Here are some tips on proper nutrition from a physical therapist which are easy to follow - even if you're busy.
If you are on a personalized fitness program designed by your physical therapist it is likely that they also recommend a nutrition program to help you lose or maintain your current weight and enjoy a higher quality of life.
Although many of us know that proper nutrition is important there are an increasing number of people who opt to take the easy route and stop at that fast food place on the corner or purchase that ready made meal at the supermarket on the way home from a long day at work.
The makers of fast food are aware that people often look for a quick fix and they capitalize on it.
Aside from that, proper nutrition and a weight management regimen go hand in hand and the way to achieve this goal is to make a conscious effort to work with a physical therapist to come up with a program that will help you make the change.
Here are some tips to refresh what you may already know or to help you get started if you have gotten into some bad nutrition habits.
Drink Lots of Water Drink plenty of water and avoid the carbonated soft drinks and other beverages that are filled with chemicals and sugars.
You should drink at least 8 to 10 glasses of water daily and carry a water bottle with you to ensure you meet the daily recommended amount.
Take Vitamins and Supplements You should take high quality vitamins and supplements including a general vitamin to ensure you are getting the basic vitamins.
Check with your physician who can help pinpoint any vitamin deficient you may have with a blood test.
Reduce Fat Intake and Fried Foods There are good fats that are essential to your nutrition regimen and then there are fats that can be detrimental to your heart health.
Good fats include Omega-3 fatty acids found in fish and bad fats are usually included in fried foods and that hamburger at the fast food establishment.
Fresh Vegetables, Fruits, and Lean Meats Eat plenty of fresh vegetables and lean meats such as boneless chicken and fish and avoid canned vegetables as well as vegetables and meats that are included in fast meals or processed foods.
By getting in the habit of buying fresh produce you will also find that you will save a lot of money on your grocery bill while feeling better in the process.
Whole Grains and Fiber Eat whole grains that are high in fiber such as bran, amaranth, quinoa, spelt, and kamut.
The ancient grains are a lot healthier for you then the processed grains that you find in sugar-filled and artificially flavored cereals.
Avoid Processed Foods Processed foods are everywhere including the supermarket tempting you with that quick meal that you can simply throw in the microwave.
The makers of these foods claim they are healthy but more often than not they contain chemicals and preservatives to prolong their shelf life.
They are also filled with ingredients that are sometimes difficult to identify and are part of the preparation process.
Everywhere you look it seems everyone has a quick fix answer to staying healthy but the reality is that a simple exercise regimen and a balanced diet is what makes a huge difference in your health.
Paying a visit to your physical therapist can help you get started on a program that is tailored to your health and your needs and staying on the program is easier because you have the physical therapist and a highly trained staff to help you make a lifestyle change.