Healthy Fats, Proteins and Carbs

ChoicesHealthy Fats

We all need fat but only as long as it’s healthy fat. Below are a few types of healthy fats:

Healthy Oils:  Extra virgin olive oil (or EVOO as Rachael Ray calls it) and organic coconut oil both show anti-inflammatory and cardio-protective properties.  Even though coconut oil is primarily a saturated fat, it’s comprised mostly of medium chain fatty acids, which are easier for your body to mobilize and burn.

Nuts & Seeds:  Many nuts & seeds including almonds, walnuts, and pecans  can help reduce inflammation and support heart health.

Avocados:  This healthy fat-based “fruit in a veggie suit” is full of fiber, potassium, magnesium, and folate.

Healthy Proteins

Looking to pack on some healthy proteins?  Here is a list that will fit perfectly with your diet:

Animal Protein:  Beef, bison, chicken, turkey, eggs, fish and lamb, with about 7 grams of protein per ounce, are good choices. Keep them organic, grass fed, and wild.

Beans & Lentils:  For vegetarians, we’ll count beans and lentils as a protein,  with 1 cup cooked boasting 15+ grams. Their stellar nutrient profile has been shown to help reduce cardiovascular and digestive disorders.

Protein Powder:  High quality protein powder made from grass fed whey, rice, pea or egg is typically very helpful in the life of a busy athlete.

Healthy Carbs

Looking to fill up on carbs, but don’t want the unhealthy fattening kind?  Try these healthy choices:

Brown Rice:  With its slew of B vitamins, fiber, phosphorus, magnesium, selenium, and iron, brown rice nutritionally knocks out white rice.

Fruits and Vegetables:  Most of us enjoy fruits, but veggies can be a harder sell.  However, their abundance of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fiber is unparalleled so eat them!

Quinoa:  It’s technically considered a seed, although commonly referred to and eaten as a fibrous grain. It’s also got the goods (essential aminos) to be deemed a complete protein.

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