Our bodies require a whole load of different nutritional foods in order to grow, develop, repair and feel good. Typically, these nutrients are split into two categories: macronutrients (carbohydrates, proteins and fats) and micronutrients (vitamins and minerals). You’ve probably heard of these categories before, but what do they actually mean? Macronutrients The three macronutrients all have their own specific roles and functions in the body and supply us with calories or energy. Each macronutrient provides us with energy: carbohydrates provides …
Month: April 2018
The Atkins diet is a popular low-carbohydrate eating plan that emphasizes high intake of protein and fat whilst restricting carbohydrates. The diet was developed in the 1960s by cardiologist Robert C. Atkins and prescribed for weight loss and maintenance. As long as you base your meals around a fatty protein source with vegetables or nuts and some healthy fats, then you will lose weight. It’s that simple. What do I have to do? The Atkins Diet is quite a flexible diet. The focus …