All in Mis-information
As a personal trainer, I come across so much BAD information about nutrition. Most trainers are well meaning and want to help but, what they offer up to their clients is just plain wrong and could potentially be harmful. Especially, when it comes to advising on protein powders.
I touched on the role of protein in our bodies in a previous blog, The Low Down on Protein, and this blog I want to talk a bit more about good vegetarian sources of protein. The Covid-19 pandemic has shed some much overdue light on the faults and dangers of the typical Western diet, one based on animals.
Ok, well Covid -19 is a major thing and we all have to do our part and stay healthy, by staying away from work, school, and travel which forces us inside more than normal. I have seen a few funny memes about finally noticing your family members since there is no more sports on! I love that in the middle of a pandemic we can still find some humour in the situation.
That was a favourite saying of my Grandfather and I think it is still valid. Don’t get me wrong, I enjoy finding a good deal but there are a few things I do not skimp on and that’s footwear and food. Damn the cost!!
I understand what we eat day in and day out is VERY personal. It is not just fuel for our bodies, it is so much more complex than that. Food is tied to emotion, to comfort, to memories and so much more. I understand, it can be confusing with so much conflicting information about diet and nutrition that it’s overwhelming. I try very hard to not allow the words “You should eat ….” come out of my mouth if unsolicited.
