Counting calories and controlling portion sizes have long been the calling cards of restrictive diets for those wanting to lose weight ahead of the summer and holiday season.
However, keeping an eye on your food intake is important for everyone wanting to maintain a healthy lifestyle and making the most of the summer weather – not just those wanting to drop a couple of kilos.
To maintain – or boost – your health, it’s important to eat the right quantity of food. Too much and you may gain weight, restricting mobility and placing you at higher risk of type-2 diabetes, stroke and high blood pressure – amongst other diseases.
However, if you’re eating too little you may not be getting enough of the right nutrients or calories to help you stay healthy and active. That’s why it’s so important to get this balance right.
As we age, our calorie needs decrease as our metabolism slows down. Also, the balance of key nutrients changes, with our bodies needing more of certain ‘micronutrients’, including vitamin D, vitamin B-12 and vitamin B-6. Eating the correct quantities of the right foods – within the recommended calorie intake for your age and lifestyle – is the best way to keep all of this in check and maintain your health.
Another factor that influences calorie requirements is activity levels. If you’ve become more sedentary, you’ll require fewer calories, as your body isn’t burning them up with exercise. This is where calorie and portion-controlled meals can be a great help.
Gourmet Meals offers a wide range of delicious, nutrient-dense, low-calorie and portion-controlled meals. These can help ensure you’re getting the right quantity of calories and nutrients each day to give you the energy you need to enjoy the coming summer season.
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