The Health and Vitality Bootcamp: Nutrition Basics course is designed to help you understand the nutritional needs of your body better so you can be confident in making good food choices.  Transform your health, control your weight and enjoy delicious food. 

You will discover how your body uses carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins and minerals.  You will learn that carbohydrates are NOT essential nutrients and that alcohol is a FOOD GROUP for a number of reasons.  You will discover that drinking 8 glasses of water a day might not be necessary (and you will learn that there's a better way to gauge your level of hydration).  You will also understand why counting calories is a waste of time and mental energy. 

At the end of this course, you will be empowered with skills that will allow you to emerge victorious from the grocery store, without being conned into buying unhealthy foods by stealthy food packaging. 

And, your meals will be more balanced, healthy and nutrient-dense which means that you and your family will enjoy better health, improved energy and vitality. 

Course Outline:

• Body composition, food groups and energy:  Learn what your body is made of and how to nourish your body correctly according to its needs.

  
  

• Carbohydrates and Insulin metabolism:  Understand that all carbohydrates are metabolised in the same way but some carbohydrates are healthier than others.  Learn about insulin and its role in inflammation, appetite regulation and weight.  Discover how you can make better carbohydrate choices for energy, weight management and longevity.

  
  

• Fats:  Understand that eating fat does not make you fat.  Find out which fats are healthier for you and why. 

  
  

• Proteins:  Learn about plant-based and animal-based proteins and how much protein you need.

  
  

• Fibre:  Discover the amazing health benefits of fibre and how you can easily meet your daily requirements of fibre by making a few small changes to your meals.

  
  

• Hydration and fluids:  Learn about fluid balance and hydration and how best to gauge your individual hydration level.  Understand why alcohol is considered a FOOD GROUP and how best to enjoy alcohol without negative metabolic consequences.

     

• Meal planning using the Healthy Plate template:  Discover updated nutrition guidelines and how these relate to your body composition.  Learn how to apply this knowledge practically when planning meals for you and your family. 

  
  

• Shopping and reading food labels:  Understand that grocery shopping is one of the key determinants of whether your family will enjoy healthy nutritious food.  Learn to read food labels like a pro and outsmart food packaging so you can make the best food choices for you and your family.

There are 8 video sessions supported by written guidelines and some downloadable resources like recipes and healthy nutrition handouts. 

If you have questions or need more clarification on specific topics relevant to your health and nutrition, you can contact me directly via my facebook page (lifestyledoc) or instagram (drkhartzenberg).