Ideal Nutrition

WHEN TO EAT AND WHEN NOT TO EAT – THAT IS THE QUESTION?

In addition to what you eat, WHEN you eat is critical.  Have breakfast before 10 a.m. and eat lunch around 11 a.m. to keep blood sugar steady.  A snack around 2 p.m. will help you through the typical slump in cortisol levels, which starts around 3 p.m.  Finally, have dinner no later than 6 p.m. and a few bites of  a healthy snack around bedtime.  It is recommended to make your dinner your lightest meal to avoid stimulating cortisol output when it should be tapering off in time for bed.

Nutrition and your Children

Empower your kids  – make the time to feed them wholesome nutritious food.  You are not doing your kids any favours by giving them processed, microwaveable fast foods.  Take an honest look at your fridge and cupboard to see where you can make nutritional adjustments. Stock up the pantry with fresh fruits, vegetables, healthy grains, legumes, nuts and seeds. Approach food changes in a positive manner. Kids will pick up on your attitude and mimic it. Healthy food can be delicious and fun!! Make dietary changes a family affair. Remove food bribes from your discipline tactics. Start using other non-food options such as special time with mom, a movie night etc.  Get your children involved in cooking, vegetable gardening and even shopping.  They will feel better if they are fueled well!!

RESPONSE TO ARTICLE IN GLOBE AND MAIL RE MARGARINE VS BUTTER

It is clearly evident that butter is still better….than margarine.   Even if most brands state that they are relatively low in saturated fats, the tolerable upper intake level should be at zero.  This is based on the undeniable relationship between trans-fatty acid intake and increased risk of coronary heart disease.  In other words, avoiding hydrogenated fat is best for optimal health.