Our nutrition and fitness plans need not be complicated. Very often, the simplest methods beget the best results. In honor of National Nutrition Month, the US Department of Agriculture starts a new campaign to make nutrition more simple. Follow this link for details.
https://www.choosemyplate.gov/StartSimple
Many do not think of a diet unless it eliminates carbs or calories or both. Because many believe carbs and calories are both energy sources. But they are not. Calories are a source of energy. Carbs are not. Carbs are macronutrients. And both carbs and calories are necessary for our Sustenance. But most of us could probably do with less of both. Less … not total elimination. Therefore, when we are advised to reduce carbs, we likely only need to drop potato chips, cupcakes, and sugary beverages. We should never drop carbs altogether. Read this link for a short discussion on the difference between carbs and calories.
https://roadtoahealthierlife.com/understanding-energy-in-your-diet/
While it is important WHAT we do to be healthy and fit, it is also important HOW we do our health and fitness. Check out this essay from my friend, Saguren.
https://exercisehealthcoach.wordpress.com/2019/02/20/tips-for-fitness-enthusiasts/#like-73
A little bit of weekly meal planning and prepping can go a long way toward saving us time, money, and grief later. Follow this link for a handful of tips to help make the process successful.
https://roadtoahealthierlife.com/5-meal-planning-hacks-you-need-to-start-using-today/
Most of us likely never have to worry about getting too much exercise. But should we ever approach the level of extreme athletic training, the research here indicates we are probably still safe from coronary incidents, barring other factors or causes.
http://www.cooperinstitute.org/2019/02/08/physical-activity-can-you-get-too-much-of-a-good-thing
Shoulder pain from rotator cuff problems is an all too common affliction for many of us. We tend to overuse or misuse our shoulder joints. But we can help prevent problems if we properly exercise the rotator cuff muscles. Click this link for some simple shoulder exercises.
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324435.php
