
There are 12 essential nutrition habits to practice for optimal health. Although the habits are based on simple concepts, putting them into practice isn't always so easy; there are lots of reasons that most people aren't doing these things. Most people are lucky to be consistent with three or four of them. But with the right framework and strategy, anyone can consistently practice all of these 12 habits to achieve their health and fitness goals. By the end of this course, you will have the tools you need to create your own roadmap for better nutrition.
The habits we'll cover:
Optimizing your nutrient status
Improving digestion by eating slowly and mindfully
Listening to and following fullness cues
Eating at the right times
Eating ample vegetables and fruit
Getting enough protein
Being smart about carbohydrates
Eating healthy fats
Using a food journal to analyze your eating habits
Optimizing hydration
Getting enough fiber
Eating primarily whole foods
Every lecture on each topic comes with a downloadable resource, and there are assignments where you can connect with other students.
It can be confusing and frustrating to find good information about nutrition. Diets are everywhere and so are "experts." But what to believe?
This lecture explores the difference between diet culture and lasting behavior change. By the end of this lecture, you will:
Understand why diets don't work
See why the diet industry doesn't want them to
Be able to describe why behavior change is the ultimate alternative to dieting
This lecture provides a description and offers a how-to for the assignment following the lecture. You will:
Identify which habits you are not currently practicing
Rank them in order of easiest to most difficult
Set the worksheets aside to use later in the course
These worksheets are also attached to the assignment that follows this lecture.
Hey there, awesome learner! ? I'm thrilled you've joined me on this learning adventure, and I want to chat about something super cool today: your thoughts and feedback on the course!
In this quick video, we'll chat about:
The Magic of Feedback: Why your thoughts and opinions are like gold and how they can help make this course even more amazing.
Your Learning Journey: Take a moment to reflect on your own journey through the course, from day one to now. What have you discovered?
Spill the Beans: We'll show you how to easily go to the "My Learning" page (just follow the link in the resources) and spill the beans – rate the course and leave a review!
Why It's So Important: Find out how your ratings and reviews can be a guiding light for future students and make our learning community even more awesome.
My Pledge: We promise to keep working hard to improve the course and keep the learning party going!
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This lecture is about what vegetables do for us, how many to get every day, and how to get more of them. You'll learn:
Why vegetables and fruit are such an important part of our diet
To redefine what you think of as a vegetable or fruit
Differentiate between non-starchy and starchy vegetables
Ok, so vegetables are good for us. How do we get more? The objectives of this lecture are to:
Identify obstacles to getting your veggies
Learn workarounds for picky eaters
Highlight helpful food prep strategies
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The balance of energy coming in vs. leaving your body is a big factor for weight loss, longevity, mood and so much more. It is called the Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR), and it gives an idea about what your energy (food) needs are every day. You'll learn:
Which factors affect your energy balance
How to calculate your BMR
Please be sure to download the resource to find ways to calculate your BMR.
The biggest parts of our diet are macronutrients. In this lecture, we'll cover:
A brief history of their discovery
Types of macronutrients
Overview and examples of each type
Protein is an essential part of our diet, buy why? Also, what is it? And how much should we get? You'll learn:
What protein does in the body
Which foods are high in protein
How much protein you should get
Be sure to download the resources to make your protein plan!
We sure hear a lot of things about carbohydrates these days, but have you ever taken an objective look at them? This lecture will focus on:
What carbs do in the body
Which types of carbs to eat and which ones to limit
How many carbohydrates most people need every day
In this lecture, you'll learn:
Why do fats get a bad rap?
Which fats are actually GOOD for you?
Which fats to avoid
In this lecture, you'll learn:
How to get more healthy fats
Do you find yourself trapped in the endless cycle of diets and restrictions, only to return to old eating habits once the diet ends? It's time to break free from this cycle and forge a healthy relationship with food that lasts a lifetime.
This Course is for You If:
You've tried numerous diets over the years, with limited success.
The struggle to stick to a diet has left you feeling frustrated and defeated.
You aspire to feel better, achieve lasting health, and embrace sustainable eating habits.
You're eager to enhance your digestion and prioritize gut health.
Course Highlights:
By the end of this course, you will have the knowledge and skills to implement practices that not only enhance digestion, boost energy, and foster mindfulness but also promote sustainable weight management.
What You'll Learn:
This course will guide you through the transformational power of 12 essential habits that will revolutionize your approach to nutrition:
Change How You Eat: Discover the secret to achieving results by altering your eating habits, not just what's on your plate.
Balance Your Meals: Understand the significance of veggies and macronutrients, why they matter, and how to incorporate them into your diet effectively.
Fine-Tune Your Nutrition: Learn to optimize hydration (it's more than just drinking water), increase fiber intake, align your eating with nature, and identify areas needing improvement.
Mastering the 12 Habits:
While these 12 habits are grounded in simplicity, putting them into practice can be challenging. Most people struggle to maintain just a few consistently. But with our proven framework and strategies, you'll gain the tools to seamlessly integrate all 12 habits into your daily life, propelling you toward your health and fitness goals.
Course Topics:
Explore the following essential topics with downloadable resources, practical assignments, and a supportive community:
Optimizing Your Nutrient Status
Mindful and Slow Eating
Listening to Your Fullness Cues
Meal Timing and Frequency
Maximizing Vegetable and Fruit Intake
Meeting Protein Requirements
Smart Carbohydrate Choices
Embracing Healthy Fats
Maintaining a Food Log
Staying Hydrated
Boosting Fiber Intake
Prioritizing Whole Foods
Additional Resources:
Each lecture on the 12 habits comes with downloadable resources, hands-on assignments, and a dedicated space for questions and discussions. Join our inclusive Facebook community group for ongoing support.
Note: This course incorporates material from two other highly-rated courses: "Get Results Without Dieting - 4 Essential Nutrition Habits" and "Eat Balanced Meals and Get Results - Macronutrients 101." If you're already enrolled in either course, please be aware that some content may overlap.