When it comes to nutrition, things can get confusing fast. One minute a study tells you this food is good, the next minute it tells you that food is bad. But in reality, eating well doesn’t have to be complicated. In fact, there’s one simple rule of thumb that can dramatically improve the way you eat:

The less your food looks like it came from a farm, the worse it probably is for you.

Think about it. If your food looks like something Mother Nature made, like an apple, a chicken breast, a handful of nuts, a bunch of salad. You’re likely on the right track. These foods that are close to their natural state, packed with nutrients, and give your body what it actually needs.

If it comes wrapped in bright packaging with a list of ingredients you can’t pronounce… chances are, it’s not doing you any favors. Our bodies were not made for these.

Overly processed food tends to be high in sugar, full of bad fats and artificial flavours and colours. And they are designed to keep you eating, buying more, craving more.

Real food should fill your hunger.

Next time you are shopping or looking at what to eat. Think about how it looks. Is it from the farm or the factory. Your body will thank you. I focus heavily on whole, natural foods, and avoiding processed foods. Need help and advice with your diet, nutrition and combining this with your training? Let’s have a chat and see how we can work together.