EAT
We used to pick our food from trees and the earth, and hunt or fish for the rest. Now we buy it in modern supermarkets.
Paleo. Vegan. Keto. Low-carb. Whole 30. Raw food. You name it – I’ve tried them all.
Every eating methodology has its place and I’ve learned something valuable from each. I held on to what I loved and let go of what I didn’t. That’s how I arrived here, at clean eating. I stopped counting calories and started counting nutrients. The result has been transformative.
WHAT IS CLEAN EATING?
You’ve probably heard of clean eating, but maybe you’re still wondering exactly what it means. Clean eating is the ultimate non-fad diet. To eat clean means choosing more real and whole foods in their natural form and avoiding the not-so-healthy, processed foods. It’s straightforward: you eat REAL food.
Here’s what I love most about eating clean: eating healthy becomes easy and does not outlaw entire food groups. Clean eating means eating foods that have stood the test of time -- foods people ate before the development of processed foods. Returning to a more natural way of eating is one of the best ways to prevent disease!
WHY IT’S IMPORTANT?
As Hippocrates said, all disease begins in the gut. Food is medicine and is, perhaps, the most powerful drug on the planet with its ability to cause or cure disease. Everything we consume either feeds or fights disease. Eating clean lowers inflammation (the gateway to sickness), prevents disease, and in some cases, even reverses it.
Eating well is the ultimate form of self-respect and it is a fantastic way to practice self-care. It’s simple; we feel good about ourselves when we nourish, appreciate, and take good care of our bodies.
EATING WELL IS
THE ULTIMATE FORM
OF SELF-RESPECT
HOW I
EAT CLEAN
CONSUME VARIETY
Eat a wide variety of whole foods as close as possible to their natural form. If it comes in a bag, box, or can, there’s a good chance it’s processed. It’s also important to source local foods whenever possible.
DITCH THE SUGAR
Ditch processed sugar. Sugar has zero health benefits.
Zero.
CHOOSE THE RIGHT FATS
Get rid of trans fats and processed vegetable oils like canola oil, sunflower oil, safflower oil, and soybean oil. Trans fats are some of the most inflammatory (disease-causing) foods on the planet. Swap all inflammatory oils for healthy, good fats like olive and coconut oil.
BUY ORGANIC
Buy organic. Fact: The chemicals sprayed on our food cause disease. Buying organic reduces exposure to cancer-causing pesticides like glyphosate (found in Roundup). When you don’t buy organic, you expose your body to an incredible amount of pesticides — even after the produce has been washed.
Over 90% of the products in supermarkets come in some kind of container.
In order to extend shelf-life, these foods are LADEN with toxic and harmful chemicals that preserve the food.
These chemicals are proven to cause disease.
WHAT I CHOOSE TO EAT
Vegetables
Vegetables make up the majority (80 percent) of my diet. I get most of my nutrients (vitamins, minerals, fiber, etc.) from vegetables. I eat a wide variety of dark, leafy greens and colorful vegetables, both cooked and raw. I aim for 7-10 servings per day.
Fruit
Fruit is full of fiber and powerful antioxidants. I eat fruits low in sugar, like berries and green apples. I aim for 1-2 servings per day.
Some grains
Grains can be tricky and are easy to overeat. I eat mostly soaked organic quinoa and wild rice. I aim for 2-3 servings per week.
Nuts & seeds
Consume nuts in moderation as they are high in omega-6 (inflammatory oils). Nuts provide a good source of healthy fats (some better than others, depending on how they’re prepared), but they’re easy to overeat. I eat mostly raw, soaked, or sprouted almonds, macadamia nuts, walnuts, cashews, pumpkin seeds, and hemp seeds. I aim for 2-3 servings per week.
Organic meat
Organic is key. Conventional meat is loaded with hormones, pesticides, and antibiotics, which have a massive impact on our health. Grass-fed beef, organic, free-range chicken, organic turkey, and wild-caught salmon make up the bulk of my meat sources. I aim for 2-3 servings of meat and 1-2 servings of salmon per week.
Beans
Beans are full of protein, fiber, and other gut-healthy nutrients. I soak my beans, as this increases nutrient absorption and makes them more digestible. I eat 2-3 servings of beans per week.
Healthy fats
Healthy fats are a staple in any balanced diet. Most of my fats come from organic avocados; coconuts and coconut oil; organic, cold-pressed olive oil; and organic avocado oil. I aim for 3-4 servings of healthy fats per day.
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