Body Building Nutrition

Nutrition in body building is very important for anyone serious about the sport. Good nutrition is essential for a healthy life, but it is most important for a body builder to have effective workouts and grow muscles quickly and efficiently. What type of nutrition should you have to become successful in your body building quest?

You need to first have a diet that is high in protein. That means eating a lot of chicken, fish, and meat. Chicken and fish are best for you because of their low fat content. Although fats are important in body building nutrition, you still must be careful that your fat consumption doesn’t contribute to health problems.

Another big part of healthy body building nutrition intake is to be sure that you consume lots of carbohydrates. Carbs are very important because they provide the primary energy source for our body from the foods we eat. You will need lots of energy to complete an intense workout which will build your muscles quicker and more efficiently.

Complex carbohydrates are the best carbs to take in. These can be found in foods such as whole grain rice, whole grain breads, and pasta. Be sure to take your carbohydrates with protein for maximum efficiency.

Fats are also very important in body building nutrition. Believe it or not, fats actually do good in our bodies providing insulation for body parts like the heart and lungs as well as making energy when the fats break down. Of course, you will want to consume the good fats as opposed to the bad ones so that you don’t gain weight through fat intake.

Saturated fats are the worst fats to take in. These are fats like animal lard and butter. Saturated fats are those that stay solid at room temperature. Unsaturated fats are the “good fats”, but they also should be consumed in moderation. Olive oil and flaxseed oil are good unsaturated fats. They stay liquid when at room temperature.

A very important fat group that can help both your body and mind are Omega 3 fatty acids that are found in fish. Omega 3 fatty acids are known to combat depression, fend off fatigue, and give you energy you need to workout.

You should also include a lot of fresh vegetables in your diet. Foods such as broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots give you many vitamins and minerals that are necessary for a healthy body. Fruit should be consumed in moderation as they naturally contain a certain amount of sugar naturally. Too much sugar can hinder your progress.

In the sport of body building, nutrition is just as important as lifting weights and exercising. Getting good nutrition is essential for an effective body building routine. Eat what’s good for you and what your body needs without over-indulging too much. Then sit back and watch your body grow!

Basic Nutrition For Cats

Cats are what are known as obligate carnivores. An obligate carnivore is one that

must east meat. You cannot just turn her out to graze in a pasture. The digestive tract of

cats has been shortened and optimized proteins from meat. They simply don't have the

dental or digestive apparatus to process plant materials. It's therefore surprising, given

their physical inability to process plants, that you will still find cats nibbling on plants

from time to time. There are many theories for why cats would nibble plants. They may

be trying to balance an upset digestion or add missing vitamins and minerals. Perhaps

they simply like the taste. Maybe it's a combination of factors. The jury is still out on this

matter.

Fortunately these days, we don't have to go out and hunt for food to feed our cats.

There are a large number of very good, nutritionally balanced foods available in pet

stores to satisfy any cats' tastes. Try to feed good quality food. It really does make a

difference in the health and appearance of your pet. Pick one that your cat likes and stick

with it. Cats don't actually need a lot of variety. Changing their food constantly tends to

just make them picky eaters.

Nutritional requirements for your pet will vary by age and size. What she needs as

a kitten will be very different than what she will need as an adult. Be sure to follow the

instructions on the bag to avoid feeding too much or too little. The average adult cat will

need about one cup of food a day. Cats appreciate consistency in their feeding schedules.

Try to feed them at the same time each day. Also, try to keep their bowls out of high

traffic areas. It's hard to eat your dinner when people are stepping on you!

Try not to feed your cat people food. Some things, such as chocolate and raw

liver, are actually toxic to cats. Others cause digestive upset. Remove the bones from any

cooked meat you might want to give to your cat. Poultry and pork bones in particular are

given to splintering and can injure your cat.

When you need to switch from one type of food to the other, do so in a gradual

process. Shifting gradually from one to the other over the course of a week will help

prevent digestive upsets. You may need to switch foods because your store may stop

carrying the brand you like or perhaps your kitten has grown old enough to graduate to

adult food. Do the changeover slowly and your cat will thank you for it.

Feeding treats is something for you to decide if you want to do it. Some people

are dead set against them. Others lavish treats on their pets at every opportunity. There

are many good cat treats on the market today. Read their directions carefully. You don't

want to overindulge your cat and turn her into a furry beach ball with legs. The only other

thing that a cat requires is water. Do your best to keep a nice fresh supply of water

available for your pet. With a little thought and planning you can keep your pet healthy

and happy for a long time to come.