Being a Nutrivore means you prioritize eating nutrient-dense foods that provide essential vitamins, minerals, and other beneficial compounds to support overall health. Unlike other dietary approaches that might focus on eliminating certain food groups or counting calories, Nutrivores focus on the quality of the food they consume.
Here are some reasons why you might identify as a Nutrivore:
- Health Focus: You want to ensure that every bite you take is packed with nutrients, helping you meet your nutritional needs without over-consuming calories.
- Balanced Diet: As a Nutrivore, you likely aim to consume a wide variety of foods, including vegetables, fruits, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats, to get a broad spectrum of nutrients.
- Sustainability: You might be conscious of the environmental impact of your food choices, opting for foods that are both nutrient-rich and sustainable.
- Preventive Health: By eating nutrient-dense foods, you’re likely aiming to prevent chronic diseases and maintain good health over the long term.
- Mindful Eating: Being a Nutrivore often involves being mindful of what you eat, paying attention to the nutritional value of foods rather than just their taste or convenience.
Does any of this resonate with your personal reasons for identifying as a Nutrivore? Sure does!
Because Nutrivores consider a wide range of options, you might ask yourself:
* What about organs meats? Eating organ meats can be highly beneficial due to their dense nutritional profile; i.e. Nutrient density, Support for various body functions, Sustainability, and Cost effectiveness.
* What’s the deal with bone broth? Bone broth has gained popularity as a nutrient-rich, health-boosting food. Why? It is nutrient rich, improves gut health, helps joint and bone health, empowers the Immune system, increases hydration, weight management, and versatility in cooking.
* How about Sea Vegetables? Sea vegetables, or edible seaweeds, are incredibly nutrient-dense and offer unique health benefits that make them a valuable addition to a Nutrivore diet. Here’s why they’re gaining recognition for their health-promoting properties: Rich in micronutrients, antioxidant properties, gut health, heart health, blood sugar regulation, detoxification, sustainability, and weight management.
* What are the Best and Worst fats for your body? Understanding the types of fats in your diet is essential for maintaining good health. Here’s a breakdown of the best and worst fats for your body: BEST – Monounsaturated Fats; Sources: Olive oil, avocados, nuts (almonds, cashews, peanuts), and seeds (sesame, pumpkin). Polyunsaturated Fats; Sources: Fatty fish (salmon, mackerel, sardines), walnuts, flaxseeds, and chia seeds. Omega-3 Fatty Acids; Sources: Fatty fish (salmon, sardines, mackerel), flaxseeds, chia seeds, walnuts, and algae oil. IN-BETWEEN – Saturated Fats; Sources: Fatty cuts of meat, butter, lard, full-fat dairy products (Raw milk, Raw Cheese, Cheese, Cream, Whole milk), coconut oil, and palm oil. Looks of talk around saturated fats – I am a fan! more to come later in the week – watch my social posts! WORST – Trans Fats; Sources: Partially hydrogenated oils found in some margarines, baked goods (cakes, cookies, pastries), fried foods, and processed snacks. Highly Processed Vegetable Oils; Sources: Vegetable oils like corn, soybean, sunflower, and canola oil that are highly refined.
*What food are the highest nutrient dense? Nutrient-dense foods are those that provide a high amount of essential nutrients—such as vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants—relative to their calorie content. These foods are particularly valuable for maintaining overall health and preventing nutrient deficiencies. Here’s a list of some of the most nutrient-dense foods you can include in your diet: Leafy greens, cruciferous vegetables, berries, fatty fish, organ meats, eggs, nuts, seeds, legumes, whole grains, fermented foods, sea vegetables, dark chocolate, garlic, sweet potatoes, and bone broth.
NOW that you have some idea of what a nutrivore defines, what is your stand on being or becoming one!?!