People often ask do I diet, absolutely not. I do not believe in fad diets as they are not healthy nor sustainable. While I am not a nutritionist, I know firsthand what works for me. I follow a well balanced diet such as: veggies, fruit, healthy high-fat foods, protein, carbs and adequate daily water intake. I learned this from my coaches while training for my bodybuilding competition. You do not have to train for a competition to adopt healthy eating habits, just stay CONSISTENT. If you should falter, get back on course. God blessed us with one body, let us honor Him by taking excellent care of our temple.
My motto is: I eat to live
Healthy Facts:
Don’t skip breakfast: Skipping meals has been proven to slow down your metabolism and what you eat at breakfast can set the tone for your energy levels for the rest of your day. Skip the starch or sugar and start your day with some protein, like with a protein shake, some eggs, or nut butter.
Think twice before cutting calories or going on a crash diet: When you cut out too many calories from your diet, your metabolism can go into a state of shock and put a halt on fat-burning in an effort to conserve energy. Instead of eating less and skipping meals, try to incorporate more high-protein, nutrient-rich foods into your daily diet—such as avocados, whole-fat yogurt, lean meats, fish, poultry, eggs, and beans.
Get enough sleep: Not getting enough sleep can have negative effects on certain sleep and stress hormones in your body, which can affect your metabolism. Aim to get the recommended 7 to 8 hours of adequate sleep every night, for the sake of your metabolism and your overall health. If you struggle with getting to bed at an ideal hour, start small by going to bed 15 minutes earlier each week and slowly work your way up to the perfect amount of rest each night.
