There’s no doubt about it that diet counts for 5 gazillion % of fitness success, so that’s where my focus has been lately! Since completing the 21 Day Fix, I’ve been making sure to stay focused on proper food portioning in order to continue those habits (takes 21 days to make one!) and be aware of eating a little at a time throughout the day. LOTS of nutrients being in my system have definitely helped me fill in gaps that make me fell satisfied without craving sugars or candy as often – SHOCKER! I mean, I cheat, no lie – BUT I don’t cheat daily – no more candy bowl for this girl!I do take LOADS of antioxidants a day in my Shakeology so adding Matcha not only AMPS UP the Antioxidant power of this Super Food awesomeness, but can help transform it into a Green Tea smoothie [when using Vanilla] to give it a new and unique flavor!
[Disclaimer: I was given the opportunity to review Kiss Me Organics’ Green Tea Macha powder in exchange for a compensated review – all opinions in this post are my own]
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Antioxidants
Examples – Açai berries, acerola cherry, bilberry, blueberries, camu-camu, goji berries, pomegranate, rose hips, luo han guo, grape seed, green tea (a.k.a. Matcha)
Why? These protect the body from free radicals, prevent cellular damage, and promote cardiovascular health
Proteins and Amino acids
Examples – Whey protein, brown rice protein, pea protein, sacha inchi, quinoa, chia, flax, & amaranth
Why? These guys help build and repair muscles, reduce hunger and food cravings, help keep blood sugar steady, promote healthy skin, hair, and nails, support brain function to help promote alert thinking and well-being, as well as support your immune system to help you stay healthy and strong!
Probiotics
Examples – Bacillus coagulans (Lactobacillus sporogenes) – most known in the form of yogurts and like cultures
Why? Probioticse are the good, healthy bacteria that live in your intestines that also promote healthy digestion and normal colon function
Phytonutrients
Examples – Moringa, chlorella, spirulina, spinach, barley grass, kamut grass, oat grass, and wheatgrass
Why? Phytonutrients support strong immune function, promote healthy aging, help detoxify the body, and promote an ideal alkaline state (keeping the acidity level low and at a desired level.)
Most of us have a hard time fitting these guys into our daily diet due to most quick-food sources not having many of them, but there are ways out there to fit them in! 😉 That’s one reason I drink Shakeology daily – real talk!
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Do you include Super Foods in your diet?Which ones?
Right now, I eat a lot of quinoa and chia.
Amy recently posted…Another 5k in the Books
I love chia, flax, green tea, berries, sweet potatoes…and Shakeology too. Superfoods that taste like chocolate rock. 🙂
Ruthie@She’sWickedHealthy recently posted…Season’s Eatings! Your Guide to the Fresh Flavors of Summer – with Recipes!
Blueberries, yogurt and spinach are my favorites at the moment!
Pam recently posted…The time when I almost had a DNF!
yes yes yes
I SPRINKLE em throughout my day.
EVERY DAY.
Carla recently posted…The secret of my success.
I love salmon and eat it 2-3 x weekly,plus chia seeds and avocados I eat a lot and nuts daily
Spinach, quinoa, avocado, blueberries
GREAT tips. This week I have been experimenting with Goji Berries!
Krysten (@darwinianfail) recently posted…Learning How to Say “No”
I love Matcha for smoothies, that’s awesome you’re doing a giveaway. These are fantastic tips. I love antioxidant foods especially blueberries and green tea. Great job on completing the 21 Day Fix and staying focused!
~Bre
Bre & Ree recently posted…skinny strawberry mojitos
Fun! I am such a green tea junky. That is one thing I incorporate into my diet, along with kale and blueberries as often as possible. I am also super into coconut-everything! Thanks for the opportunity.
On a daily basis… spinach or kale or both, spirulina algae, berries of some kind, and lots of colorful fruits and veggies of all sorts. I would love to try the matcha.
So excited to say ALL OF THEM!! And all in my morning smoothie 🙂
AmyC recently posted…Training Truths: #FuelYourBetter
i am not entering but i do love my matcha greens!!can never have too much!
I have been putting chia seeds in my yogurt in the morning. I think it is helping, but I need to increase the amount. I just wish they didn’t get all jelly and weird. I would like a capsule form. 🙂
Crystal H recently posted…Low Carb Bacon Zucchini Bowl + Super Swizz Review
Seriously love all the nutrients listed. I do chia seeds daily in my oatmeal. I used to do spirulina more but kind of got out of the habit. Loved taking the tabs before my early morning runs. Matcha is one I’ve not tried yet.
I’ve always wanted to try matcha but can’t even find where to buy it!
Marcia recently posted…Exercising with Your Dog and a Giveaway #lightandhealthy
I eat tons and tons of super foods and let me tell you… I feel flipping SUPER!!!!
GiGi Eats recently posted…Clamming Around With My Dad
I use all of the superfoods EXCEPT matcha cuz I’ve never been able to find it. Would love to try!
Marcia recently posted…Exercising with Your Dog and a Giveaway #lightandhealthy
You’d love it girlie!
Chia, flax, quinoa, greens and started algae
I have been adding quinoa to my diet lately as a source of protein. It really transformed my diet and my life with it.
JohnSnow recently posted…Preventing and Healing Blisters
Damn, thanks very much for posting this! It is gonna help when I get Chia Seeds at the store! Very Beautiful!