Hi First name / friend,
I'm throwing it back to the basics these next few weeks. We're going to talk about the different elements of building a balanced & nutrient dense plate.
But before we get started, keep in mind this is just a template. A guideline. A general idea (you get the point!) of what to include on your plate.
I don't like being overly prescriptive, or use meal plans, macros, or any other diet management plan because, ultimately, your body knows best!
The best thing we can do is listen to it & learn what it's telling us.
Some important clues you can look for after your meal:
• Am I satisfied, or feeling like I need to graze more?
• Do I have sweet cravings after meals?
• Are my energy levels stable, or do I feel a high or crash after I eat?
• Do I have renewed mental clarity, or am I feeling foggy or sluggish?
• Am I sleeping well through the night, or waking up at ~2am ‘to go pee'?
These are all signals that your plate could use some adjustments (more fats? different carbs? more protein?) in order to better support your satiety & energy throughout the day.
We want to eat in a way that's nourishing your body, brain & gut, balancing blood sugar, supporting energy levels, and most importantly SATISFYING you until your next meal.
So that's what we're aiming for with a colorful plate balanced with protein, fat & carbohydrates. More to come next week, when I pick it back up with PROTEIN.
Do you have a specific question on protein, carbs, fat, or balanced meals in general? You can reply to this email, and I'd be happy to answer it in this series!
Warmly,
