Food Groups
GET TO KNOW YOUR FOOD GROUPS
Protein
Protein provides the building blocks for your body to work with! It is an essential part of the diet for anyone looking to transform their body image; be it in the form of weight loss, or muscular gains.
- Repairs damaged muscle tissue
- Speeds up your metabolism
- Helps keep you feeling full
Good sources of protein include
- Lean meats; chicken, turkey, ham, beef etc
- Fish
- Nuts and Seeds
- Dairy Produce
- Protein supplements
Carbohydrates
More commonly known as 'carbs.' Carbs give us energy to do everyday tasks and allow us to perform at the peak of our exercise potential!
- Two types of carbs, low G.I and high G.I
- Low G.I releases energy slowly to your body
- High G.I releases energy quickly to your body
- Carbs are essential if you want to perform at your best
Good sources of carbohydrates include
- Wholemeal bread, pasta and rice
- Vegetables
- Sweet Potatoes
- Milk
- Beans
Fats
Fats are crucial in allowing our body to function properly. Without good quality fats in your diet you will struggle to reach your ideal physique. Fats undeservedly get a bad name from so called 'health and fitness' magazines.
- Allows your body to function properly
- Eating good fats stops your body clinging onto existing bodyfat
- Be wary of 'fat free' foods
Good sources of fats include
- Oily fish
- Nuts and Seeds
- Cottage Cheese
- Fish oil supplements
- Olive Oils