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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION 03
THE nutrition section serves up everything you need to get the results you want, without
added time, effort or empty calories.
It’s no use working out hard if you don’t eat the right foods. Your body needs clean fuel to
burn while you’re working out!
For the next 12/16 weeks, you will eat healthy and nutritious foods that will help you burn
fat, build lean muscle and optimize your health.
As you scroll through the pages of this guide you will find mouthwatering recipes which are simple and can be prepared in less than 20
minutes, so you can spend less time doing what you want without feeling hungry.
Getting the body you’ve always wanted begins right here. RIGHT NOW. So let’s get started. The coming weeks will shape you now and for the
rest of your life.
ENERGY BALANCE = ENERGY INTAKE – ENERGY EXPENDITURE
Energy intake encompasses of whatever you put into your mouth.
Energy expenditure consists of several factors, including resting metabolic rate (RMR) and
calorie cost of activity. The balance of intake versus outtake is critical starting point in
weight gain or loss.
If you have SURPLUS of calories (i.e. positive energy balance) where the intake EXCEEDS the
expenditure, you gain weight.
If you have a DEFICIT of calories (negative energy balance) where the intake is LESS than
expenditure, you lose weight. Simple enough?
Well, not that simple, the calories has to be nutrient dense (and not empty calories like that
in a burger/fries).
There are various formulas for estimating your RMR and total caloric expenditure. Lets look
at the two most popular ones.
Once you have determined your BMR, you need to multiply it by the appropriate activity factor to determine your total daily caloric needs.
Lets look at the next step to calculate the activity factor.
Very active
1.725 RMR * 1.725
(hard exercise; 6-7 days/week)
If you’re having trouble deciding between two activity factors, choose the lower one to be on the safe side.
15 percent below maintenance: This is a conservative deficit and a slow way to lose fat. If there are no deadlines and you need to retain
maximum lean muscle mass, this is the best estimate.
20 percent below maintenance: This is a moderate deficit for people who have above average body fat levels.
25 percent below maintenance: This is an aggressive plan to lose fat and can be used for a short period of time for people who have
significant body fat stores.
15 percent above maintenance: This is a slow way to gain weight and suitable when the goal is a conservative increase. If there are no
deadlines and you need to make sure that you don't gain too much fat, this is the best estimate.
20 percent above maintenance: This is a moderate increase for people who have some trouble gaining weight.
25 percent above maintenance: This is an aggressive plan to gain weight and can be used for a short period of time.
Sally is 30 years old, weighs 140 pounds, has 30 percent body fat, and is 160 cm (5’ 3”) tall.
She has a sedentary job and her only activity is going to the gym a few times per week.
To calculate her lean mass: Sally’s fat mass is 0.3*140 = 42 pounds. Therefore, her lean mass
is 140 – 42 = 98 pounds.
Using the formulas for calculating caloric expenditure, we can plug in Sally’s numbers to find
out how many calories she needs per day to maintain her current weight.
BMR = 370 + (9.79759519 x Lean Mass in pounds) = 370 + (9.7975 * 98) = 1329.42
Female BMR = 10 x weight (kg) + 6.25 x height (cm) – 5 x age (years) – 161 = 10 * 63.63 + 6.25* 160 — 5* 30 —161 = 1322
Once you know the amount of calories you need to lose/gain per week the next step is to
determine your menus for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks.
Step 5: Shop!
Figure out the ingredients needed to prepare the menus you have decided for yourself. Shop for
the required ingredients/food items and stock them up as much as possible.
To begin with, let’s try and figure out the 3 mysterious questions:
1) WHEN TO EAT?
Since [0-20] workouts are intense, you’ll need to feed your body with the proper
nutrients and in sufficient quantity.
Most important is that you are taking in your pre and post workout shakes/snacks before and after the workout, so arrange these to match
your own individual workout sessions.
It's very important to eat first thing in the morning to fuel your metabolic fire, so be sure to consume your first meal within 1 hour of
waking up.
On days you aren't working out you won't be taking in a pre and post workout shake/snack. If you still feel hungry add a snack or two.
2) WHAT TO EAT?
In this nutrition guide there are over 40 tasty food recipes. I personally
prepare, cook and consume 95% of the menus items which I have discovered
over a period of time to fit my appetite, taste and style of eating. Now, I
practically have zero skills in the kitchen myself, so you don’t have any
excuses not to cook these recipes as they can be prepared and cooked in
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under less than 20 minutes. If you are smart, then you can make extra
servings and store them for future times when you are feeling lazy or less
creative in the kitchen.
And yes, the rest 5% of the menus which mainly comprise of Indian food
menu is cooked by my maid (as these items takes longer than 20 minutes to
prepare and cook and require a tad bit more cooking skills than I possess☺
Now, after going through the food menus you feel that’s not you, don’t
worry, just by being a bit more innovative we can tweak these recipes to
match your taste buds. Definitely, we will be discussing these queries in
the seminars. So don’t miss them.
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SCRAMBLED EGGS WITH VEGETABLES, STIRRED IN OLIVE OIL BANANAS FOSTER PARFAITS
BROCOLLI CHEESE OMELETE WITH OATMEAL BREAD APPLE CINNAMON RAISIN MUESLI
CHICKEN OR (PANEER) SALAD SANDWICHES WITH PESTO HERBY POTATO AND GREEN BEAN SALAD
OATMEAL BREAD WITH PEANUT BUTTER STRAWBERRY (OR ANY FRUIT) WITH LOW-FAT CREAM
FLAVOURED YOGURT WITH ALMONDS COLD CUTS (CHICKEN HAM, TURKEY) / PANEER TIKKA
Ingredients:
3 Whole Eggs, Olive oil, Spinach, Assorted Vegetables
(carrots, cauliflower, broccoli, green beans) and Spices
Instructions:
1. Add Olive oil to frying pan and turn up the heat.
2. Add vegetables and let it thaw in the heat for a few minutes.
3. Add eggs (I use 3 eggs with yolk, don’t worry about the fat in it).
4. Add spices. I use a spice mix, although salt and pepper work great too.
5. Add spinach and stir fry until ready.
Instructions:
1. BEAT eggs until blended
2. COAT 6 to 8-inch nonstick omelet pan or skillet with cooking spray. HEAT over medium-high heat until hot.
3. POUR IN egg mixture. Mixture should set immediately at edges.
4. GENTLY PUSH cooked portions from edges toward the center with inverted turner so that uncooked eggs can reach the hot pan surface.
CONTINUE cooking, tilting pan and gently moving cooked portions as needed.
5. When top surface of eggs is thickened and no visible liquid egg remains, PLACE broccoli and cheese on one side of the omelet.
6. FOLD omelet in half with turner. With a quick flip of the wrist, turn pan and INVERT or SLIDE omelet onto plate. SEASON with salt and
pepper, if desired.
Instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, add all Salad Ingredients, Mix it well.
2. Heat Desi ghee in a saucepan. Add mushrooms and cook for a minute.
3. Remove mushrooms in a separate small bowl and cover
4. To create the omelette mixture, take a small bowl, add onions, red chilli, eggs and salt and pepper to taste. Whisk it well.
5. In a fry pan, heat desi ghee. Once hot, add the omelette mixture.
6. Cook one side only. First on low heat for 2 minutes then on high for another 30 seconds or until cooked
7. Turn the burner off once done. Drain excess water from mushrooms and ass to the omelette along the middle in a thick line.
8. Fold the right and left sides of the omelette on the mushrooms.
9. Put it on a serving plate and serve with salad on the side.
1. Heat the skillet on medium heat. Don’t let the pan get so hot that it scorches the eggs the minute they hit the pan.
2. Add a little desi-ghee (or olive oil) both for flavor and to further help the eggs from sticking to the pan. If you don’t want to add any
extra fat to your meal, opt for a cooking spray instead.
3. Crack the egg on the counter, not on the side of the pan. This prevents any wayward eggshell from getting into your pan.
4. Take a spatula and work around the edges of the egg to prevent the white from sticking to the bottom. Keep an eye on the heat and
make sure the egg doesn’t start cooking any harder than a gentle simmer. You can season them now or after they’re plated.
5. Watch for the egg white to turn a solid opaque color. No clear liquid should be visible anywhere on the egg. If the outside edges are
thoroughly cooked, but the inside still needs a minute, you can speed up the process by covering the pan with a lid, steaming the egg
just a little.
6. Do not try to scoop the eggs out with a spatula as you risk breaking the yolks in the process, ruining all of your perfect work. Instead,
grab the pan and tilt it just slightly over the plate you are serving on, letting the egg slide gently out on its own and on to the plate. If
you have an excellent pan or have used enough butter or nonstick spray, they should come out without any resistance at all. Season to
taste and you’re all done!
Now you know how to make sunny-side-up eggs — a perfect complement to your buttered toast!
Instruction:
1. Combine water and oats in a medium saucepan, and bring to a boil over high heat, stirring occasionally.
2. Reduce heat to medium-low, and cook for 6 minutes or until thick and thoroughly heated, stirring occasionally.
3. Remove from heat.
4. Top each serving with sliced banana, 1 tbsp brown sugar, and 1 tbsp honey
1 cup water, 1/4 cup apple juice, 1 apple, chopped, 2/3 cup rolled oats,
Instructions:
1. Combine the water, apple juice, and apples in a saucepan.
2. Bring to a boil over high heat, and stir in the rolled oats and cinnamon.
3. Return to a boil, then reduce heat to low, and simmer until thick, about 3 minutes.
4. Spoon into serving bowls, and pour milk over the servings.
Instructions:
1. Peel bananas, and cut each banana in half lengthwise. Cut each half into 3 pieces.
2. Combine sugar and next 3 ingredients in a nonstick skillet. Cook over medium-low heat 3 minutes or until sugar mixture begins to
bubble. Add bananas to pan; cook 2 minutes or until bananas begin to soften.
3. Spoon 1/2 cup yogurt into the bottom of each of 4 parfait glasses.
4. Divide banana mixture evenly among glasses. Top each serving with walnuts
Instructions:
1. In a medium saucepan, combine water, brown sugar, cinnamon, and syrup. Heat mixture to a boil.
2. When water is at a boil, reduce heat and add in oats. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until all water is soaked by the oats. Remove from
heat, stir in apples and raisins and serve.
1 ½ cups beaten rice (poha), 1 1/2 cups boiled mixed sprouts, 1 tsp oil,
1/2 tsp mustard seeds ( rai / sarson), 1/2 cup finely chopped onions,
1 tbsp finely chopped green chillies, 1/2 tsp turmeric powder (haldi),
1 tbsp sugar, salt to taste, 1 tbsp lemon juice and 1 tbsp chopped finely chopped coriander (dhania) for garnish
Instructions:
1. Place the beaten rice on a sieve and wash lightly. Drain and leave aside for 10 minutes.
2. Heat the oil in a non-stick pan and add the mustard seeds.
3. When the seeds crackle, add the onions and green chillies and sauté on a medium flame for a few minutes or till the onion turn light
brown in colour.
4. Add the mixed sprouts and sauté on a medium flame for 1 to 2 minutes.
5. Add the turmeric powder, sugar and salt, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 1 minute.
6. Add ¼ cup of water, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 1 to 2 minutes.
7. Add the beaten rice and lemon juice and mix well and cook on a medium flame for 1 to 2 minutes, while stirring continuously.
8. Serve hot garnished with coriander.
250ml cow’s milk, 1/2 cup crushed ice, 1 tbsp honey, 1 serving Mercola pure power,
Instructions:
1. Combine first 5 ingredients in a blender; process 2 minutes or until smooth.
2. Add yogurt; process just until blended and serve immediately.
2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (or paneer), 1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs,
1/2 cup finely shredded low fat Parmesan cheese, 1 tbsp chopped fresh oregano,
Instructions:
1. In a bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and oregano. In another bowl, lightly beat egg and salt.
2. Brush both sides of chicken breasts with egg, then lightly coat with crumb mixture.
3. Warm oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium-high heat.
4. When oil simmers, add chicken and cook about 8-10 minutes per side, until golden brown.
5. Transfer cooked chicken breasts to serving plates.
6. Meanwhile, warm marinara sauce in a small saucepan for 1-2 minutes.
7. Spoon about 2 tbsp sauce over each breast. Serve immediately.
Ingredients:
1/4 cup low-fat mayonnaise, 2 tbsps commercial pesto (such as Classico), 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1/4 tsp salt (optional), 1/8 tsp
ground black pepper, 1 1/2 cups (8 ounces) chopped cooked skinless, boneless chicken breast (or paneer), 3/4 cup chopped peeled English
cucumber, 1 cup (about 4 ounces) grape tomatoes, halved, 8 (1.2-ounce) slices whole-grain bread, 1 cup alfalfa sprouts
Instructions:
1. Combine first 5 ingredients (through black pepper) in a medium bowl, stirring with a whisk.
2. Combine chicken, cucumber, tomatoes, and mayonnaise mixture in a large bowl; mix gently.
3. Spread chicken mixture* over 4 bread slices; top with sprouts and remaining bread.
*Note: Chicken mixture is cooked chicken from the leftovers from the previous lunch/dinners. This recipe is when you don’t feel like cooking
and want to prepare a meal which takes less than 10 minutes to prepare.
Ingredients:
4 tsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp pepper, 1/2 cucumber, halved lengthwise and sliced,
4 tbsp Thai-style satay peanut sauce (or any thai sauce of your choice)
Instructions:
1. Heat a grill pan over high heat. Rub chicken breasts with oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
2. Add chicken to the pan, and reduce heat to medium. Cook 6 minutes on each side (depending on thickness of meat) or until cooked
through. Remove from pan, let sit for 5 minutes, and slice diagonally into pieces.
3. Combine the cucumber slices and chopped cilantro in a bowl.
4. Assemble the wraps just before you are ready to serve. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat, and heat tortillas 15-20 seconds on
each side.
5. Spread 1 tbsp satay sauce on each tortilla. Top each with chicken slices and 1/4 of the cucumber mixture.
6. Fold in sides of tortillas and serve immediately.
Ingredients:
1/2 pound uncooked whole-wheat penne ( 1 pound is 16 ounces), 1/2 pound broccoli rabe, trimmed and cut
into 3-inch pieces, 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, 1 1/2 tbsp sliced fresh garlic, 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper, 2 cups skinless, boneless, shredded
rotisserie chicken, 1/2 preserved lemon, rinsed, pulp removed, and rind thinly sliced or 1 tsp grated fresh lemon zest, 1/8 tsp salt, 1/3
cup grated fresh Parmesan cheese, Parmesan cheese (for shaving)
Instructions:
1. Cook penne according to package directions. Add broccoli rabe to pasta during the last 2 minutes of cooking.
2. When penne is al dente and broccoli rabe is tender but still bright green, drain, reserving 1/3 cup pasta water; set aside.
3. While pasta is cooking, heat olive oil over medium heat.
4. Add garlic and crushed red pepper, and cook 1 1/2–2 minutes or until fragrant but not browned.
5. Add the chicken and reserved pasta water, and cook 1 minute or until heated through.
6. Add preserved lemon rind (or lemon zest) and salt; remove from heat.
7. Toss chicken mixture with cooked pasta and broccoli rabe and grated fresh Parmesan.
8. Divide evenly among 4 bowls. Use a wide peeler to shave 12 (2-inch-long) strips of Parmesan.
9. Place 3 shavings over each portion. Serve immediately.
Ingredients:
For Rajma: 8 cups water, plus more if needed, 1 bag (1 pound) dried Rajma, picked over, rinsed, and drained,
1 jalapeno chile, halved and seeded, 2 medium onions, quartered, 5 garlic cloves, smashed, 2 tbsps red-wine vinegar
For the rice: 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 1 medium onion, finely chopped, 1 garlic clove, minced, Coarse salt and freshly ground
pepper, 2 cups long-grain brown rice, 3 1/2 cups water
Instructions:
1. Rajma: Bring water, rajma, jalapeno, onions, garlic, vinegar, 1 tbsp salt, and 1 tsp pepper to a simmer in a medium pot.
2. Cook, stirring occasionally, until rajma are tender, about 1 1/2 hours. (Add more water, 1/4 cup at a time, if needed.) Season with salt
and pepper.
3. While the Rajma is cooking, prepare the rice: Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
4. Cook onion and garlic until onion is soft, about 5 minutes.
5. Add 2 tsp salt, tsp pepper, and the rice. Cook until rice is slightly toasted, about 3 minutes.
6. Add water, and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, and gently simmer, covered, until rice absorbs water, 25 to 30 minutes.
7. Remove from heat; let stand, covered, for 10 minutes. Fluff rice with a fork, and season with salt and pepper. Serve topped with rajma
Ingredients:
2 tsp olive oil, 4 (4-ounce) boneless, skinless chicken- breast halves, 3/4 tsp salt, divided,
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper, 1 small yellow or green bell pepper, cut into thin strips,
2 cups sliced mushrooms, 1/2 cup dry red wine, 1 1/2 cups tomato-and-basil pasta sauce (such as Ragu),
Instructions:
1. Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat; add chicken.
2. Sprinkle 1/2 tsp salt and pepper over chicken; cook 4 minutes per side.
3. Transfer chicken to a plate; set aside.
4. Combine bell pepper and mushrooms in skillet over medium heat.
5. Sprinkle with 1/4 tsp salt; cook 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Add wine; cook 2 minutes. Stir in sauce; heat through.
7. Return chicken to skillet; reduce heat and simmer, turning once every 4 minutes or until cooked through. Top with parsley.
Ingredients:
Fettuccine Pasta, Cherry Tomatoes, Green Capsicum, Lemon, Onions, Garlic, Tuna, Capers, Green Olives, Mushrooms, Bocconcini
Cheese, Chilli Flakes, Olive Oil, Parsley
Instructions:
1. Heat 2-3 cups (300ml) of water in a saucepan for boiling the pasta. Add 1 tbs of Olive oil and half tbs of salt.
2. Add Fettuccine pasta. The water should cover the pasta, if not then add more water.
3. Boil for 10 min or until cooked. Keep stirring occasionally.
4. Drain excess water. Add 2 tablespoons olive oil and mix well. Set aside.
5. In the same saucepan, add 2 cups of water and mushrooms.
6. Boil for 2-3 minutes, then drain water and keep aside.
7. For sauce preparation: Take a large mixing bowl, add 1 tbs Olive oil and squeeze the juice from the lemons. Add salt and pepper to
taste. Mix well.
8. Add the pasta, cherry tomatoes, onions, garlic, green capsicum, tuna, capers, green olives, mushrooms, and bocconcini cheese. Mix it
throughly.
9. Drizzle the remaining Olive oil and garnish with parsley. Serve!
Ingredients:
Mushrooms, Baby corn, Zucchini, Cabbage, Carrots, Yellow Capsicum, Red chilli, Ginger, Cottage Cheese
(paneer), Coriander, Desi Ghee, Black bean sauce, Blended Sesame seeds.
Instructions:
1. Boil 2 cups of water (200ml) in a sauce pan. Add carrots and let it cook for 2 minutes.
2. Add mushrooms, baby corn, zucchini, capsicum and cabbage. Add half a tablespoon of salt. Cook for a further 5 minutes.
3. Once the vegetables are tender, drain excess water and keep aside.
4. Heat 2 tbs of desi ghee in a fry pan
5. Add garlic and ginger. Cook until golden brown (make sure it doesn’t burn and turn black )
6. Add red chilli and the blanched vegetables
7. Add black bean sauce, cottage cheese (paneer) and salt and pepper to taste.
8. Stir the mixture throughly and cook for another 5 to 7 minutes on high flame
9. Once cooked, garnish with sesame seeds and coriander. Serve!
Ingredients:
1 large red bell pepper , 4 quarts water , 2 1/4 tsp salt, divided, 6 ounces uncooked penne pasta,
2 tbsp red wine vinegar,1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil , 1 (7.8-ounce) jar premium tuna packed in oil,
Instructions:
1. Preheat broiler.
2. Cut bell pepper in half lengthwise discarding seeds and membranes.
3. Place pepper halves, skin sides up, on a foil-lined baking sheet; flatten with hand. Broil 15 minutes or until blackened. Place in a zip-
top plastic bag; seal.
4. Bring 4 quarts water and 2 tsp salt to a boil in a large saucepan.
5. Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting additional salt and fat. Drain and rinse with cold water; drain well.
6. Combine bell pepper, pasta, remaining 1/4 tsp salt and remaining ingredients in a large bowl. Toss well and serve immediately
Ingredients:
6 ounces baby potatoes , 6 ounces haricots verts or green beans, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice,
2 1/2 tbsp minced fresh flat-leaf parsley, 1 tbsp thyme leaves, 1 1/2 tsp minced fresh rosemary,
4 tsp olive oil , 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1/4 tsp kosher salt, 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper, 4 olives
Instructions:
1. Place potatoes in a medium saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil; cook 7 minutes or until almost tender.
2. Add beans; cook 3 minutes or until tender.
3. Drain and rinse with cold water. Drain and place in a medium bowl.
4. Combine juice and next 10 ingredients (through to olives), stirring with a whisk.
5. Drizzle half of dressing over potato mixture; toss to coat.
6. Reserve remaining dressing to drizzle on greens before serving.
Ingredients:
Marinated Boneless Chicken breast, Avocado, Iceberg Lettuce, Salsa, Jalapenos, Olive oil, Desi ghee,
Instructions:
Ingredients:
3 tbsp finely chopped red onion, 3 tbsp organic canola mayonnaise , 1 tsp grated lemon rind, 1/4 tsp flaxseeds seeds,
crushed, 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper, 250gms paneer, 4 slices oatmeal bread, Chedder cheese and 1 tbsp olive oil.
Instructions:
Iceberg lettuce, Cherry tomatoes, Red onions, Cucumber, Red capsicum, Feta cheese, Dried Oregano, Green olives,
Vinegar, Parsley.
Instructions:
1. Tear Iceberg Lettuce gently into consumable pieces and place in a large mixing bowl
2. Add cherry tomatoes, onions, cucumber and capsicum in a salad bowl.
3. Pour vinegar dressing over the mixture and mix well
4. Add feta cheese, green olives, oregano and parsley. Serve!
Ingredients:
1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 4 (4-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, 2 tsp olive oil, 1/2 cup bottled salsa, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice,
1/4 ripe avocado, cubed, 2 tbsp thinly sliced green onions (optional)
Instructions:
1. Spread mustard over one side of chicken breasts. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
2. Add chicken breasts, with mustard side down; cook 4 minutes.
3. Turn chicken over and reduce heat to medium.
4. Combine salsa and lime juice; spoon over and around chicken. Simmer uncovered until chicken is cooked through and sauce thickens,
6-8 minutes.
5. Transfer chicken to serving plates.
6. Cook the remaining pan juices in skillet over high heat until slightly reduced, about 30 seconds.
7. Spoon juices over the chicken; top with avocado. Garnish with green onions, if desired.
There are more than 5 variations of an Indian Thali where the picture (on the right side) gives a good idea
of the permutation and combinations available. Just do not eat all the items in the picture in one sitting!
For this option I am not including a recipe (mostly because my cooking skills have not advanced to cook
these yet). However, Indian thali is one of the healthiest meals available and the recommendation here is to control the intake of
carbohydrates (rice/ roti, etc).
Ideally, one meal should include 2-3 portions of breads (roti), 1 portion of lentils/beans, 1 portion of subzi (any seasonal vegetable) and a big
bowl of Indian Salad. Yogurt/Buttermilk is optional.
These snacks are roughly between 100-150 calories. By tweaking the portions sizes some of them can also be consumed as a meal.
Mediterranean salads
Sprouts
Always carry food with you: Some of you may complain about your travelling job. Empathetically speaking, I can totally understand where
you coming from as I have been through the same job-profile of running around for quite some time. The way out is to carry food with you
which doesn’t require refrigeration. Nuts (almonds, walnuts), a piece of fruit or protein shakes can do the trick for you.
If you fail to plan, you plan to fail: Planning your meals ahead of time is very essential if you want to implement healthy eating habits. If
the ingredients are missing, you won’t be able to cook the required recipes. Arrange for a trip to grocery store at least once a week.. Stock up
the carbohydrates which doesn’t require refrigeration like oats etc.
Fats can be your best friend or your worst enemy: There are a few things to keep in mind with respect to Fats:
AVOID TRANS-FATS in all foods. It is good to read nutrition labels which will list trans-fats clearly.
EAT NUTS: like walnuts and almonds as they are good fats.
USE COOKING OILS LIKE: mustard oil, desi ghee, coconut oil. These oils are very stable at high temperature cooking as compared to vegetable
oils (sunflower, saffola, cottonseed oils) which grow toxic if heated at high temperatures.
SUPPLEMENT DIET WITH OMEGA-3’S fish oils (or krill oil) to maintain the ratio of omega 3: omega 6.
Stock up on fruits and vegetables: they are very low in calories and very high in vitamins, minerals, phyto-nutrients, and fiber.
Water Burns: in my experience 7 out of 10 people don’t drink enough water. PRINT OUT AND PASTE THE FOLLOWING LINE WHERE YOU CAN SEE
IT EVERYDAY: WATER IS THE MOST IMPORTANT NUTRIENT FOR THE BODY! More than 70% of your body is water. Without enough water in your
system, your metabolism slows down and you end up burning fewer calories. Optimal intake: 1 litre/20 kg of Body weight.
Sleep for at least 7 hours: Getting too little sleep triggers hormonal changes that lead to an increased appetite. Also, sleep deprivation will
cause your body to have more cravings for foods high in sugar and fat. If you’re tired often you won’t have the energy to work out. So be sure
to get enough sleep everyday: 7 to 8 hours each night.
One other strategy that really works wonders for me are the ritual of power naps. Take a break every 2 to 3 hours by taking a power nap
for 15 to 20 minutes twice a day. If you don’t have the luxury to do that simply unwind at your workplace by meditating on your office
chair, or listening to soothing music.
THE GOOD
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WATER: nearly 70% of your body is water. You should be replenishing your system frequently with pure water to help your body function
properly.
PROTEIN DRINKS (MERCOLA PROTEINS): the most efficient drink with tons of fiber and pro-biotics. To know more check out the
supplementation section
COCONUT WATER: Coconut water is light, low-calorie, and nearly fat-free. It is sweet but does not contain as much sugar as other fruit juices.
This liquid also has an alkalizing effect on your body, which helps correct the cumulative effects of acid-rich foods. Coconut oil has also been
found to help prevent heart attacks and help maintain normal blood pressure levels.
TEA AND COFFEE: good in moderation, numerous studies confirm the health benefits of drinking these two beverages. Keep sweeteners and
creamers in moderation.
HERBAL TEAS: these non-caloric brews offer a wide variety of natural ingredients that can be beneficial to your health. Tulsi tea is great for
cleansing. Drink at least few cups daily for great benefits!
JUICED VEGETABLES: I am a big fan of these juices. I have specially ordered an single-gear omega juicer for the same, as the benefits of
drinking a glass of vegetable juice daily has immense benefits.
THE BAD
WINE: many studies boast wine’s health benefits, such as lowering blood pressure and slowing down the aging process. However, it still a high
calorie indulgence.
FRUIT JUICE: ‘100% juice’ is natural but has all sorts of ingredients in it. The downside is that it strips fruits of its fiber and condenses it,
turning a perfectly healthy piece of fruit into a calorie-laden sugar bomb. Why not just enjoy the orange?
ENERGY DRINKS: as a pick me-up, these drinks give us a temporary energy boost. Drinking more than once a day flies them under the “soda”
catergory. Not to mention, the caffeine, and sugar crash your body undergoes a few hours later outweighs the burst of energy.
THE UGLY
SOFT DRINKS: without a doubt the worst drink on the planet, soda is almost single-handedly responsible for the obesity epidemic. Loaded with
empty calories, soda offers no nutritional value. Please note diet soda’s are even the worst alternative as the sweeteners used in it has lot of
ill-effects on the body.
COFFEE HOUSE DRINKS: these are nothing more than dessert with a buzz, followed by a sugar crash. Most of these caffeine-sugar-bombs have
as many calories as an entire meal.
COCKTAILS: alcohol is the unhealthy part of beer and wine. Usually, its mixed with something from the bad or ugly list.
SPORTS DRINKS: sports drinks offer no health benefits whatsoever. If you need energy during your workout water is the best bet. You can also
consume lemon water with some honey which personally works wonder for me.
Write everything down: There are TWO prime benefits of writing it down
EAT LESS: we simply eat too much! Consider the following menus we routinely eat when we eat out. In just one sitting you can easily cross
1000+ calories: A Mc Donald meal, Indian Buffet, or any 3 to 4 course meal in any fancy restaurant. For some people, it should be an intake for
almost the entire day!!
If you are like many people, you spend each day in a race against the clock. This leaves you struggling to search for convenient options for
what to eat. And if you want these options to be healthy ones, it really limits your choice.
For a long time I was in search of what seemed like “mission impossible” ----
Finding a convenient way to get quick and convenient food option… without emptying my wallet. And it has to taste good, too! I have been
through many supplements and protein powders and finally now have found the answer. MERCOLA PROTEINS. THE WORLD’S BEST WHEY!
Dr Mercola has been a physician for over twenty years with a long list of accomplishments. In
November 2009, he was named the top ultimate wellness game changes by the Huffington post, an
honor that celebrates “100 innovators, visionaries, and leaders in 10 categories.
For his insights and knowledge in health he has been interviewed on Tuesday show, CCN, the Dr. Oz
Show, Time Magazine, Forbes Magazine and dozens of Nationally Broadcast Radio Shows. Dr.
Mercola has also authored two New York Times Bestsellers, The Great Bird Flu Hoax and The No
Grain Diet.
His website Mercola.com which he started in 1997 is the top visited website in the world with over
1.5 million subscribers!
In-fact, I have been using Mercola products for over a year now, with exceptional results!
Many health experts agree that breakfast is you’re most important meal of the day. Yet millions of people skip breakfast altogether.
After the ‘fast’ of eight to ten hours, it is important to supply your body with high quality food choices to start your day.
These proteins can become your ‘go to’ meal supplements when you are rushed, haven’t been to the store, or you’re feeling less
creative in the kitchen.
‘Whey’ is one of the world’s oldest ‘health foods’. Way back in 420BC, Hippocrates, known as the Father of Medicine, recommended
the health boosting benefits of whey. In Europe during the middle ages, whey was touted as a health tonic. Fast forward to the 21st
century, and we have scientists discovering an amazing array of healthful benefits of whey.
You see, the first protein source you were designed to eat as a new born is your mother’s breast milk. Did you know that the single
most important nutritional protein in breast milk is whey protein? In fact, mother’s milk is 70% whey. Whey protein contains all the
essential amino acids. Plus it boats the higher protein quality rating among all proteins.
These protein powders are free from artificial flavors and sweetners. That means no chemical hazards and no chemical after taste.
• All-natural, grass fed cow’s whey, NOT pesticide-treated, grain fed cow’s whey.
• Cold processed to protect the nutrients in their natural state, not heat processed.
• Free from toxic Heavy Metals or at Such Low Levels NOT to be a Health Risk.
7. How much protein should a person consume on a daily basis? Will consuming protein powders harm my kidney?
Recommended daily allowances (RDA) states that protein consumption should be around 1g/kg of body weight. For ex. A person, who is
60kg, will require 60g of protein every day. However, if one starts exercising, his/her requirements will increase to 1.2 – 1.5 g/kg of
BW.
This only a challenge if you are over-consuming protein or if there is an improper breakdown due to low stomach acid. Please consult a
nutritionist for further enquiries.
I have been consuming Dr. Mercola products for over five years now. I usually stick with products that work, and I have never felt
the need to change or try anything new. Of course, in due time, if I find something better than these products or even marginally
superior (it may be in taste, quality, method of processing, sourcing of ingredients, etc.), I will surely let you know.
For now, I trust Dr. Mercola products, and my entire family uses them. (Yes, even my two-year-old boy uses Mercola baby creams!)
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You probably would have achieved your fitness goals by now, or are very close to being at the peak of your health and fitness. Maybe you
haven’t reached your ultimate fitness goals, and that’s ok too!
Since you have graduated from a 12/16 week gruelling workout routine, feel free to take a short break to pamper yourself. You have earned
it, go have fun, treat yourself! (..no more than a week please☺ )
Please know you have given yourself one heck of a start, PLEASE DON’T STOP NOW!
Now, figure out what do you want to do next? Do you want to add more muscle, or lose more fat? I have 3 programs based on your needs and
goals. Choose the one that is appropriate to your goals.
GOOD LUCK!!