Nutrition Goals for August.....week by week!

Week 1 – Increase intake of fruits and vegetables!

Be sure to eat a variety in all colors.  Each color represents different phytochemicals that work at the cellular level providing anti oxidants as well as protection from diseases. 

Week 2 – Skip late night snacks!

Try not to eat before bed.  If you have to, aim for

Low fat cottage cheese, part skim cheese sticks or a

Boiled egg.  Avoid carbs at this time unless you are an

Endurance athlete who trains in the morning.

Week 3 – Stop drinking

Your calories!

A 10 ounce glass of fruit juice each day can add up to 51,100 calories in a year – or about 15 pounds.  If you need a change from water, try green tea or coffee.

Week 4 – Make sure you are getting whole grains!

Whole grains are higher in fiber, protein and other nutrients you need!  Where to get them?  100% whole grain breads, brown or black rice, quinoa, oatsWeek 1 – Increase intake of fruits and vegetables!

Be sure to eat a variety in all colors.  Each color represents different phytochemicals that work at the cellular level providing anti oxidants as well as protection from diseases. 

Week 2 – Skip late night snacks!

Try not to eat before bed.  If you have to, aim for

Low fat cottage cheese, part skim cheese sticks or a

Boiled egg.  Avoid carbs at this time unless you are an

Endurance athlete who trains in the morning.

Week 3 – Stop drinking

Your calories!

A 10 ounce glass of fruit juice each day can add up to 51,100 calories in a year – or about 15 pounds.  If you need a change from water, try green tea or coffee.

Week 4 – Make sure you are getting whole grains!

Whole grains are higher in fiber, protein and other nutrients you need!  Where to get them?  100% whole grain breads, brown or black rice, quinoa, oats