07 Sep not enough protein versus too much protein
As I stated before, proteins are a very important part of a healthy diet; they help make hormones and enzymes, they are the very building blocks for muscle tissue, and they are used for energy when carbohydrates and fats are not available. However, proteins should not account for more than 35% of your daily calories. While not consuming enough protein can lead to muscle wasting, hormone imbalances and digestive issues, consuming too much protein can cause kidney damage, and cardiovascular disorders (following a plant based diet can reduce the instance of cardiovascular disorders).
Daily nutrition needs are fluid
If you are physically active and following a training regime, you know that most trainers recommend a day in between working muscle groups so your body can repair and build. Your daily nutrition can also need to be modified to help your body fix itself. For instance, on days that I do more weight lifting than cardio, I try to increase my protein intake slightly (more towards the 25%-30% mark). Likewise, on days that my workouts are centered around cardio, I try to eat more carbohydrates to fuel my body (50-60% of my daily calories). Try making slight adjustments to your daily requirements and see if your workouts change.
Slow Cooker Vegetable Coconut Curry
This weeks recipe is in the form of a graphic. I’m experimenting with new techniques, so let me know what you think.
Vegetable Coconut Curry – Slow Cooker.pages
as always, eat your veggies!
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