The Power of Personalised Nutrition: Unlocking Optimal Health
Discover how personalised nutrition can transform your health. Learn about the unique approach that combines valuable data about you and more. Introduction Personalised Nutrition. In a world where health and wellness are at the forefront of our minds, finding a holistic and effective approach to achieving optimal health is paramount. Imagine having a seasoned specialist Dietitian with 26 years of experience who can piece together your health puzzle using personalized nutrition. In this blog, our founder Gillian Killiner explores the innovative world of personalized nutrition and how her expertise in this field can revolutionize your journey towards optimal health. Understanding Personalised Nutrition Personalised nutrition is not a one-size-fits-all approach. It’s a tailored strategy that takes into account your individuality, including factors like genetics, lifestyle, and health status. Our specialist 121 Dietitian’s take personalized nutrition to the next level by treating each individual as a unique jigsaw puzzle, utilizing data from questionnaires, food diaries, fluid intake, blood test results, lifestyle, exercise stress levels and genetics if so required. The Benefits of Personalised Nutrition The Reality Investing in our appearance is a common practice nowadays. People are willing to spend significant amounts of money on clothes, shoes, haircuts, dental procedures, cosmetic treatments, and more. They do all this to ensure they look their best and enjoy various social activities like trips, parties, and nights out. However, it is essential to recognize that despite all the fun and excitement these experiences bring, health problems can still persist behind closed doors. These issues can greatly impact one’s quality of life by disrupting sleep patterns, lower our mood, increase our anxiety and hindering productivity at work. While indulging in these enjoyable activities is certainly important for our well-being and happiness, it’s equally vital to prioritize our health. By finding a balance between self-care and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, we can ensure long-lasting benefits that go beyond fleeting moments of pleasure. We have all gone through periods of illness, whether it’s just a temporary episode or a prolonged state of poor health. It can be quite an unpleasant experience that nobody wishes to encounter. I personally have had the unfortunate experience of going through such a phase in my life, and it has fueled my deep passion for helping others overcome their health challenges. Why Personalised Nutrition? Upon witnessing the significant impact on my own health, as well as that of thousands of patients who have benefited from our programs, it has become evident that a common theme is prevalent. Specialisms. Becoming a specialist in a particular field is indeed incredible. Drawing from my experience working in Haematology and Oncology, I have witnessed firsthand the benefits it can bring. However, it is important to acknowledge that specialists may not always possess the necessary skills to address all the diverse needs of an individual. This limitation can be concerning and hinder optimal outcomes for those seeking assistance. With our tailor-made programs, we leave no aspect untouched. We believe in comprehensive assessments and solutions that address every possible factor contributing to your well-being. Your journey towards better health is our utmost priority, and we are committed to leaving no stone unturned in finding the best approach for you. How It Works Embracing the Future of Health Personalised nutrition isn’t just a trend; it’s the future of health and wellness. As our understanding of genetics and individual responses to foods deepens, this approach will continue to evolve, unlocking new levels of vitality. Conclusion In a world where generic health approaches often miss the mark, personalized nutrition stands out as the ultimate solution. Our team, led by our experienced Dietitian Gillian Killiner RD, recognizes that you are not just another patient – you are an individual with unique needs waiting to be understood and addressed. Empower yourself with the extraordinary benefits of personalized nutrition and seize control of your journey towards optimal well-being. If you want to book your programme TODAY we would love to help you. You can book a 121 Dietitian Programme today by clicking on the link below If you have enjoyed this blog we would love you to share this with your family and friends on your social media channels. Do visit our YouTube Channel for more on keeping your health optimal. If you are interested in how I overcame my Thyroid Autoimmune Condition do check out the About section below Before you go please check out our 121 Dietitian Shop created specifically for optimising your health. Gillian x
9 Healthy Snacks to Fuel Your Sport Performance and Maximize Your Results
What are Some of the Best Healthy Snacks for Athletes? Incorporating nutritious healthy snacks into your daily diet is crucial for optimal performance & health whether you are a beginner or a trained athlete. The right snacks can provide the energy and nutrients needed to perform at your best. To help you make the right choices, I have compiled a list below of some of the best healthy snacks for everyone at any time of the day. If you know anything about me and my background you may know that I am not shy in telling you that you don’t need to buy into the commercial crap that is out there, sucking your hard-earned cash and filling you up with nasty fake ingredients that can disrupt your gut and adding to your inflammation. I have run thousands of nutritional programs and offered guidance to people of all ages, resulting in I am proud to say countless successes. After 30 yrs of daily clinics I know what works best for you as an individual based on your lifestyle, your health background, your activity, your ability to cook, genetics (if you have results from Lifecode GX) the access you have to the shops and foods, your likes and dislikes, if you are needing to cook for others, how much time and money you can afford to spend and much more. The depth and breadth of my work is vast and includes working with people who come to me very unwell or unfit. I work with them to successfully improve their energy to get out of bed, to getting them out of the house, and from this to 5km, gym or whatever their goal is. In contrast to the other end of the spectrum, I have had the pleasure of designing programmes for athletes of all abilities including the commonwealth games and Olympic athletes! What I want to highlight here is that everyone needs to fuel their bodies with the right nutrients both macro and micro- getting the proper fuel whatever the stage you are at is 80% of the most important part – the exercise is the last 20%. So what can you do to fuel your body? If you are living off processed protein-packed bars and shakes – it’s time for a rethink. Long-term quality of life being as fit and optimal in health is truly all our goals. Consuming these products may provide you with short-term results but often they just cause more problems down the track with weight issues, health problems, nutrient overload or deficiencies, costs, and confusion. What you want to be working on is nutrient-rich choices, proteins, carbohydrates, fruits and vegetables, these meals and snacks will help you fuel your workouts and reach your fitness goals. The more flexible you are with your diet and lifestyle the more likely for long-term success. The Best Sources of Natural Energy for Improving Performance The best sources of natural energy for athletic performance include, yes, you guessed it; complex carbohydrates, protein, healthy fats, and fibrous fruits and vegetables. These foods are just the same as you would eat for your health and well-being so nothing new or fancy. Many people come to me scared as they really hate these healthier foods and think I am going to make them suffer! This is totally understandable and it is lovely to alleviate their fears within the first few minutes of our appointment. I always explain: if you have fueled your body with ready meals, crisps, takeaways, sweets, and biscuits, your body expects this and your gut bacteria signals to the brain to continue with this food supply. All we have to do is find the areas that need to change, reset the gut bacteria and hey presto! Better diet, better performance, visible results, better sleep, mood…….. The best news is that it is easy to change you just need to know how. Availing of one of our personalized programmes allows for you to get it right once and for all. Healthy Snacks So if you’re looking for a quick and nutritious snack before or after your workout, check out this list of some of the best healthy snacks for athletes. If you want more in-depth recipes, shopping list and snacks that are designed for you do get in touch. 1. Tasty Portable Mix – mix in a tub some seeds, nuts, dried fruit and dark chocolate 2. Bananas Delight – 1 fresh medium banana with some high-fibre crackers or homemade bun 3. Nut Butter – add fruits and vegetables for a quick refreshing protein fibre snack 4. Homemade Protein Smoothie – suitable fruits and vegetables, milled seeds can be blitzed into a dairy or non-dairy liquid for speed and convenience 5. Powerful Greek Yogurt – seeds and berries tasty for a quick pre and post-workout with powerful anti-inflammatory benefits! 6. Peas Bikram style! – flavour up all varieties of peas and roast them for some amazing portable results 7. Energy Bars – homemade mixing fibre flakes, with tasty easy store cupboard ingredients.. 8. Eggs in 60 – pop a couple of eggs into water and heat in the micro for a super tasty snack 9. Mighty Flakes with Milk – again don’t just go for the common cardboard flakes – try different tasty grains – quinoa, buckwheat, amaranth…different milks to suit and more. Not only do they provide soluble fibres but fabulous nutrients including protein and iron. These snacks are versatile and can be altered to suit your specific needs eg: coeliac, vegan, low salt etc. We can assist you if you need to make any dietary changes. Delicious Recipe for a Speedy Post-Sport Meal Sun-dried Tomato and Olive Pita Pockets Ingredients: * 2 whole wheat pita pockets * 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped * 1/4 cup black olives, sliced * 2 tablespoons feta cheese/ feta vegan * 1/4 cup cucumber, diced * 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil * 1 teaspoon oregano * Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: So, what
