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A Word About Nutrition

Nutrition is one of the few aspects of our lives we have the ability to control. However, nearly 75% of the population in the United States is considered overweight. Half of those who are overweight are excessively obese and of the 25% who are left, only a fraction deliberately follow a healthy nutrition program and exercise regularly (many of them being amateur or professional athletes, entertainers, or models).

Today, everyone is concerned about nutrition. You hear about it everywhere- from your friends and relatives to the media and advertisements. Everyone is talking about "fat-free, high protein and low carb." So how come so many people are fat, malnourished, and have developed diet-induced health disorders? Are people lazy, ignorant or have they become overwhelmed and cynical by the bombardment of nutritional advice they receive daily? Unfortunately, any or all of these reasons contribute to the anxiety our society suffers concerning nutrition and weight management.

We have only one life and one body. You have chosen a path that very few follow because they lack the necessary knowledge and resolve to affect change in their lives. That is why so many resort to their own misguided techniques or fall prey to the myriad of nutrition scams designed to do nothing more than empty your wallet. We all know someone like this. They "diet" (starve) and do not exercise. All they care about is what size garment they can fit into. However, when the concealing garment is removed or replaced by a bathing suit, the story takes a bad turn. Hiding the truth fools nobody. To those who say "I just want to tone, I don't want to build muscle," we say, "toning is building muscularity and losing excess body fat." Our muscles use 80% of the calories we consume. Therefore, the less muscle you have, the fewer calories you burn, leaving more calories available for your body to store as fat. With the exception of specialized cells in organs, such as the brain, our body replaces all of its cells annually. What do you think it replaces those old cells with? Think about it. As the saying goes, "You are what you eat."

What You Eat Affects Every Area of Your Life

Proper nutrition has a positive affect on your ability to cope with the day-to-day stress of your career and personal life. Have you ever wondered why people are in such bad moods at work or always have headaches and extreme mood swings? Many individuals take assorted prescribed and over-the-counter medications to combat ailments created by their own neglect and/or lack of knowledge concerning their nutrition. A majority of physical maladies are due to a nutrient deficient diet and/or low blood sugar. It is amazing how many people around you are functioning physically and mentally on coffee and/or cigarettes (combined with medications they are taking), one or two large meals, and very little water. What wonderful people to work or live with! They routinely mistreat their friends, family and coworkers and frequently deal irrationally with their daily issues. Even small problems seem immensely challenging. However, they seem to be unaware of their negative behavior.

Proper Nutrition is No Accident

Proper nutrition is not an accident, nor is it a difficult process. However, breaking old eating habits and developing new ones seems to be the Achilles heal. In fact, the nutrition aspect of any fitness program is where failure often occurs. Many feel bewildered because they assume a great deal of time is required to remedy their poor physical condition. We can assure you, however, that developing a healthy physique requires only a portion of the time it takes to become unfit. Any successful athlete will admit that two-thirds of their physical ability and appearance can be attributed to their diet. Their dedication to sound nutrition can provide a substantial advantage over opponents. You can experience this advantage whether you are a competitive athlete or just enjoy a physically active lifestyle.

The Time is Now

As we age, we slowly lose our capacity to improve physically. Take advantage of your body's present abilities. It is never too late to improve your physical fitness. Dellis Health & Performance helps you be your best -- for life.