Nutrition advice
The field of nutrition is wide with different beliefs and advises from different experts. This
makes it overwhelming and confusing for some people because they do not know what to take
and what to forego at the end. While some people try to follow their nutrition’s advice, some find
it hard or even lacking sufficient information and finally let it go. Others find it expensive.
In such a confused state, it’s hard for some people to balance between the food they love and
taking a balanced diet. Eating healthy means making and eating sensible nutritious food choices
which are low in fat and calories but not abandoning your favourite meal. However, favourite
meals like fries should be taken with moderation.
This article gives a guideline to some best nutrition advices in Kenya.
1. High fibre starchy carbohydrates
They are a great source of energy which are broken slowly in the body throughout the day.
Choose carbs high in fibre for they help in digestion and are crucial for heart health. Wholegrain
varieties like brown rice, brown bread, whole wheat pasta and potatoes with their skin are some
of the best sources. Serve a third of these wholesome carbs in your plate to achieve the best
results.
2. Eat a lot of fruits and vegetables
These are like nutritional powerhouses with lots of nutritional benefits to the body. They contain
essential vitamins like Vitamin C, minerals Calcium, Phosphorous and Selenium Sodium among
others and fibre in large contents. They are low in calories too. Try to get at least five portions in
The field of nutrition is wide with different beliefs and advises from different experts. This
makes it overwhelming and confusing for some people because they do not know what to take
and what to forego at the end. While some people try to follow their nutrition’s advice, some find
it hard or even lacking sufficient information and finally let it go. Others find it expensive.
In such a confused state, it’s hard for some people to balance between the food they love and
taking a balanced diet. Eating healthy means making and eating sensible nutritious food choices
which are low in fat and calories but not abandoning your favourite meal. However, favourite
meals like fries should be taken with moderation.
This article gives a guideline to some best nutrition advices in Kenya.
1. High fibre starchy carbohydrates
They are a great source of energy which are broken slowly in the body throughout the day.
Choose carbs high in fibre for they help in digestion and are crucial for heart health. Wholegrain
varieties like brown rice, brown bread, whole wheat pasta and potatoes with their skin are some
of the best sources. Serve a third of these wholesome carbs in your plate to achieve the best
results.
2. Eat a lot of fruits and vegetables
These are like nutritional powerhouses with lots of nutritional benefits to the body. They contain
essential vitamins like Vitamin C, minerals Calcium, Phosphorous and Selenium Sodium among
others and fibre in large contents. They are low in calories too. Try to get at least five portions in
