Get ready to supercharge your health! In our fast-paced world, it can be a little tricky to prioritise hitting the gym or going for a run.
But do you know what you can do with relative ease? Overhaul your diet and use food as medicine. Yep, it’s possible. Let’s learn how you can add superfoods into your diet to nourish your body with the nutrients you need to stay healthy and fight potential diseases.
Your car runs on petrol, your body runs on food. Food is the fuel that powers us and gives us energy to go about our daily activities.
Food also plays a major role in how well your body deals with injuries, sickness and disease.
As an example, a study published in the journal Nutrients in 2021 investigated the effects of a high-protein diet on body composition, metabolic health and exercise performance in physically active adults. The study found that consuming a high-protein diet for eight weeks led to significant improvements in body composition, including reduced body fat and increased lean body mass.
In addition to providing energy, food also provides the nutrients that your body needs to grow and repair. Some of these little health helpers include:
It’s also good to know that maintaining a healthy diet can help protect your body from various diseases. For instance, a diet high in fruit, vegetables, wholegrains, lean protein, and low in saturated and trans fats can lower the risk of heart disease and cancer.
Similarly, a diet high in fibre and low in processed foods and sugar can help prevent or manage diabetes. There are amazing testimonials of people who’ve actually reversed their diabetes, thanks to an overhauled diet.
And if it’s a better mood you’re after, assess how well you feel after a few days with less sugary and salty foods, while consuming more nuts, grains and vegetables. A healthy and balanced diet can positively impact mental health by reducing the risk of depression, anxiety and cognitive decline.
Disclaimer
This article is for informational purposes only. Always check with your doctor or medical practitioner about any health concerns, before embarking on any fitness or nutrition programme, and usage of any medication.