In the quest to enhance your energy levels and overall well-being, a simple yet effective strategy emerges: keeping a record of your dietary choices. This practice not only heightens your awareness of food consumption but also unveils patterns, habits, and potential areas for dietary improvement.
JJ Virgin, a Certified Nutrition Specialist, Fitness Hall of Famer, and four-time New York Times best-selling author, recently joined Gayle Guyardo, the host of the globally acclaimed health and wellness show, Bloom. During the broadcast, Virgin shared invaluable insights into the world of energy enhancement through dietary choices.
“Your primary source of energy stems from the food you consume, and it’s crucial that this energy supply remains consistent and sustained, rather than experiencing drastic highs and lows,” Virgin emphasized.
She further elaborated, “I’m continually seeking straightforward tools that not only ensure optimal energy levels but also contribute to maintaining my ideal body composition and overall health.”
Virgin’s initial recommendation is to embark on a journey of measurement and monitoring of your dietary intake. She reassured, “You need not commit to this indefinitely; even a month can yield significant insights.”
Expressing her strong support for tracking applications, Virgin cited scientific evidence highlighting their effectiveness. “Individuals who track their food intake not only lose more weight but also sustain their weight loss compared to those who do not,” she stated.
Virgin emphasized, “We often underestimate our food intake by a significant margin, ranging from 20% to 50%.”
For her clients, Virgin adopts a systematic approach, commencing with the recording of consumed foods to assess overall calorie intake, along with the breakdown of calories from protein, fat, and carbohydrates. “Tracking serves as a vital tool to determine if you’re meeting your protein requirements,” Virgin explained.
Additionally, Virgin recommended the use of food scales to ensure accurate tracking, further underlining its importance.
The importance of fiber intake did not escape Virgin’s attention. She urged individuals to monitor their fiber consumption as part of their overall dietary tracking.
