NUTRITION 101
These videos build on the basics of nutrition beginning with what individual bodies need for energy and then moving into topics that are more detailed. The videos aim to give users the ability to take control of their food choices with confidence to support their physical, mental and lifestyle goals.
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Optimal Plant Based Nutrition
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There are several common nutrient deficiencies that are common - Iron, Calcium, B12, Iodine, Zinc, Vitamin A, Vitamin D and Magnesium. Without these nutrients we may not achieve optimal physical or mental health. These documents are here to give you information on plant based foods you can use to...
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Estimated Energy Requirement (find your personal calorie needs)
Calculations for EER Calculation
Men
EER = 662 - (9.53 x age [y]) + PA x { (15.91 x weight [kg]) + (539.6 x height [m]) }Women
EER = 354 - (6.91 x age [y]) + PA x { (9.36 x weight [kg]) + (726 x height [m]) }Physical Activity Coefficients (PA values) for use in EER equations
Sedentary Typi... -
Macro Nutrients
General Recommended Daily Macro Nutrient Distribution
Carbohydrates 45% - 65% of calories
Protein 10% - 35% of calories
Fat 20% - 35% of calories -
Carbohydrates
Aim for carbohydrates 45% to 65% of daily calories
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Weight Loss Lifestyle Tips
1. Use more energy than you take in by moving more in day to day life like walking instead of driving, public transport instead of cars.
2. Increase lean muscle mass by moving and adding resistance training.
3. Eat nutrient dense foods.
4. Choose a diet that you can by consistent at and can live ... -
Restrictive Dieting
Recommended Books:
Brain Over Binge Book : https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/12359062-brain-over-binge -
Plant Based Diets
Recommended Readings;
Diet for a Small Planet https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/199107.Diet_for_a_Small_Planet
Becoming Vegetarian https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/541482.The_New_Becoming_Vegetarian
Becoming Vegan https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/48307.Becoming_Vegan?from_search=true&f... -
Whole Foods
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Certified Organic Foods
Recommended Resources (Films):
Kiss the Ground Film - https://www.netflix.com/ca/title/81321999
The Biggest Little Farm Film (Netflix) https://www.netflix.com/ca/title/81031829 -
Muscle Growth + Maintenance
Anabolic Window (Eating Window) for Protein Intake- Up to 2 hours after resistance training
Recommended Protein for Sports and Fitness:
Recreational Athletes - 1g/kg of body weight daily
Endurance Athletes - 1.2 - 1.4g/kg of body weight daily
Ultra Endurance Athletes - 1.2 - 2g/kg of body weigh...