Dietitians Corner

Eating enough protein on a daily basis is absolutely essential due to its important role in so many of the bodies functions.

It’s necessary to eat protein throughout the day, at regular intervals, because our bodies cannot store protein. For example, carbohydrates and fat can be used for energy or stored in the same form (carbohydrate and fat). However, excess protein eaten is just broken down for energy or stored as fat tissue. It can’t be stored as protein molecules. For this reason, it’s important to ensure a steady supply of protein in each meal and snack.

As a dietitian many of my clients are looking for help with healthy habits and finding a comfortable weight for them as individuals. This can involve big changes and sometimes focusing on how to lose weight in a healthy way. Every person is different with their nutritional needs and goals, but I do find common themes that I discuss with clients to help them plan best for themselves.

For those who haven’t had an opportunity to speak to a dietitian yet, here are my top three tips to get you started! 

Protein intake is one of the most important things to focus on in the diet. We know it is essential for so many of our body’s functions, such as enzyme production, hormone production, muscle maintenance, recovery from workouts, and immune system boosting.