Our bodies rely on nutrients from the food we eat to keep us fit and healthy. We are at risk of becoming nutritionally deficient if our diets are high in processed foods, we have digestive issues or if we make poor “healthy” food choices.
Eating a diet that is based on nutrient rich wholefoods, high in plant foods and low in processed foods and free from toxic chemicals allows our bodies the necessary nutrients we need for health and longevity.
Fiona Tuck, Nutrition and Skin expert has partnered with Boost Juice to share her top tips to feeling fit, fabulous and full of vitality.
Top 5 Nutrient Boosting Tips:
1. Ditch the diet food
Avoid foods that are marketed as diet as they tend to be highly processed, full of chemicals and low in nutrients. Including fats such as coconut oil, olive oil, avocados, nuts, seeds, fish, dairy and butter helps to ensure we are receiving important fat soluble nutrients such as Vitamins A, D, E and K.
We need fat for healthy skin, brain health, hormone production and a happy mood. A diet that includes a variety of nutrients and healthy fat helps to keep us fuller for longer and reduces food cravings and overeating. Choose foods based on their nutrient content rather than their calorie content.
2. Take care of your gut
Having a healthy functioning digestive system is paramount when it comes to absorbing your nutrients effectively. We may have a healthy diet but if our digestive system is not working well, the cells of our small intestine cannot absorb the necessary nutrients which are vital for the biochemical processes within the body.
- Include prebiotic rich foods to support a healthy functioning gut. Prebiotic rich foods such as kale, berries, bananas and apples contain fibrous carbohydrates that help to nourish and flourish the good gut bacteria.
- Include fresh ginger in teas and juices to soothe and aid digestion and add fresh mint to salads, stir frys and smoothies to support healthy digestion and alleviate any symptoms of bloating or stomach discomfort.
- Include omega 3 essential fats such as those found in chia seeds, flaxseed and oily fish, to strengthen and repair the gut lining and reduce inflammation.Try Boost Juice Pure Eden Premium Smoothie with a chia seed booster.
