Mindful Nutrition
I believe that eating shouldn’t just be for nourishment. I believe there should be enjoyment while eating as well. If this seems complicated, don’t allow it. Simply put, learn to enjoy the nourishing food you put in your body.
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I believe that eating shouldn’t just be for nourishment. I believe there should be enjoyment while eating as well. If this seems complicated, don’t allow it. Simply put, learn to enjoy the nourishing food you put in your body.
My approach has always been to be mindful, inclusive, and respectful of the impact culture has on what a person chooses to eat and how they chose to prepare what they eat. I try not to assume that there is only one healthy way to prepare foods or that one cuisine is superior to another. I did not have to learn or be advised to be culturally competent. Though this came naturally for me, I am appreciative that more efforts are being made to expand cultural awareness in nutrition. To be honest, my insight for the need for reverence of cultural backgrounds derived from my experience as a black American and the belittling of the food (soul food) I grew up on.
Why do carbs get such a bad rep? There are so many “no carb” diets but don’t we need carbs for energy? Are some carbs better than others? – CONFUSED ABOUT CARBS
I have been experiencing more cramping lately. It could be the slightest thing such as reaching to tie my shoes or buckle my seatbelt. Should I eat more bananas?
I have been doing some research on different diets to get my body right for summer and I think I found the one I want to do. I was thinking of going with the keto diet, but it may be too hard for me to stick with it. I have decided that I will go with the gluten-free diet.
My husband found out at his last doctor visit that his cholesterol is too high. He was put on a medication and was told to change the way he eats. I am going to plan his meals because I know that he will struggle. He doesn’t do that good with change. He is really concerned about what he gone eat for breakfast, especially protein.
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