EPISODE 5: PRIMER PHASES, MOST EFFECTIVE HUNGER HACKS, FOOD QUALITY VS FOOD QUANTITY, NUTRITIONAL PERIODIZATION, MICROS VS MACROS, IRON OVERLOAD AND COPPER BENEFITS
May 13, 2022
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Laurin Conlin, a participant in research involving calorie levels, joins the hosts in a Q&A. They discuss topics such as the primer phase in fat loss, strategies for managing hunger during a diet, reducing iron and adding copper for health benefits, caution in content posting, nutritional periodization, and the importance of quality over quantity in nutrition.
Nutrient density and micronutrient intake are both important for a well-rounded diet.
Strategies such as consuming high satiety foods, increasing protein and fiber intake, and eating lower palatability foods can help manage hunger during a diet.
Nutritional periodization is a crucial concept that is often overlooked in the fitness industry, and it involves adapting our nutrition plans to suit our goals and prevent negative adaptations.
Deep dives
Importance of Nutrient Density and Micronutrient Intake
Nutrient density and micronutrient intake are both important for a well-rounded diet. Prioritizing both macros and micros can lead to optimal health and body composition.
Strategies for Managing Hunger During a Diet
Strategies such as consuming high satiety foods, increasing protein and fiber intake, and eating lower palatability foods can help manage hunger during a diet. Paying attention to food selection and habits, such as using smaller utensils and plates or going for a walk before meals, can also help control appetite.
The Importance of Micronutrient Intake
Micronutrient deficiencies are prevalent in the US population, and addressing them can have a significant impact on overall health and well-being. Prioritizing nutrient-dense foods and paying attention to nutrient variety can help ensure adequate micronutrient intake.
The Role of Macronutrients and Micronutrients
Both macronutrients and micronutrients are important for a well-rounded diet. Rather than prioritizing one over the other, a balanced approach that includes both is recommended for optimal health and body composition.
Importance of Nutritional Periodization
Nutritional periodization is a crucial concept that is often overlooked in the fitness industry. While periodization is commonly associated with training, it is equally important to apply this concept to nutrition. Just as we change our training programs to prevent plateaus and optimize results, we should also adapt our nutrition plans to suit our goals. Staying in one phase for too long can lead to negative adaptations, such as metabolic slowdown and hormonal imbalances. By periodizing our nutrition, we can maximize the benefits of each phase while minimizing the drawbacks. It's crucial to communicate and educate clients about the importance of nutritional periodization to ensure long-term success and overall well-being.
The Power of Context-Specific Nutrition
Context-specific nutrition is a principle that emphasizes tailoring our nutrition to our unique needs and goals. One size does not fit all when it comes to nutrition, and what works for one person may not work for another. It's essential to focus on principles rather than providing specific protocols or amounts. Each individual's nutritional needs are influenced by various factors, including their body composition, metabolism, hormonal balance, and overall health. By understanding these individual nuances and considering the context of each client's lifestyle and goals, nutrition coaches can help clients achieve optimal results. This approach involves periodizing nutrition based on specific phases, such as fat loss or muscle building, and adjusting food choices and macronutrient ratios accordingly. Ultimately, context-specific nutrition is about empowering individuals to make informed choices and thinking critically about their nutritional habits.
EPISODE 5: PRIMER PHASES, MOST EFFECTIVE HUNGER HACKS, FOOD QUALITY VS FOOD QUANTITY, NUTRITIONAL PERIODIZATION, MICROS VS MACROS, IRON OVERLOAD, AND COPPER BENEFITS
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WEEKLY UPDATE
INTRO TO TOPIC:
We discussed over the last three episodes calorie calculators, tools to help you find your caloric levels depending on your goal, along with chatted with Laurin Conlin who participated in research involving calorie levels and the results out of USF with Dr. Bill Campbell. Today we have some of our audience join us for a Q&A. B & I field the questions from our stories on IG and here we go!
QUESTIONS:
1. Brandon, What is the primer phase you often reference in stories and on your posts?
2. What are the best hacks for managing hunger during a diet?
3. Jeff, you are into all the weird stuff, but why remove Iron and pursue Copper? Can you share your reasoning and what your experience has been, both good and bad?
4. Micronutrients over macronutrients? Which one matters most when building a diet?
5. Thoughts of nutritional Periodization?
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