Saturday 23rd August 2008 - Week Five Day Six - Global Health Challenge

So let’s see how we are doing so far on our Challenge.

From what we have learned yesterday about "eating green" I want you to think about your last meal and what you consumed. Were there three (or more) different colours on your plate? “If you said Yes – well done”.

You are already on the path to greater inner Human ECO health. If not, don’t worry. Our aim is for you to achieve that at your next meal. This change is NOT going to happen overnight which is why we are committed to a 56 Day Challenge. Remember, this is a progressive learning experience and as such needs to serve as a constant part of your daily life. That is what habit-forming is all about.

Why is this “multi-coloured nutrient mentality” important?
From an Internal Human ECO-Cleansing point of view, by choosing a range of different colours with our food intake we supply our body with a greater range of vitamins, minerals, phyto-chemicals and of equal importance a higher fibre content. This assists the body to fight disease, function more efficiently, and also perform more effectively. Now that is a positive step to optimal health.

Additionally, these foods all supply small amounts of water which assists both digestion and elimination (bowel function) which is also very important for changing shape and inner health. I covered this topic more in the Waist VS Waste blog.

So, what are these micro-nutrients and what do they do that’s so important?

In society today, it’s hard not to know someone with cancer or know someone who knows someone with cancer. This disease seems to be attacking our bodies from every angle. So we need to arm and load up our bodies with a defence network. These nutrients are our first line of defence against cancer and other diseases and in fact in some cases are the only means to defeat illness. Now that is an important fact that YOU must know and as good a reason as any I can think of to take notice.

Most people today have an idea of what Carbohydrates, Proteins and Fats are, where they get them, and some people even know what they do, which is a bonus.

However I, like a lot of people today, have only recently begun to become aware of how much more important these micro-nutrients are than just working out the optimum percentage ratios of carbohydrates / proteins / fats for our body for looking good in the mirror. We must, and I repeat must start to understand how our bodies work.

Tomorrow we learn about the Micro-Nutrients.

Global Health Challenge - Week Five - Human ECO Cleanse Week
(8 week Overview reposted in earlier blog)

Goal of this week is to use the next seven (7) days as the “detox period for an internal eco-cleanse” to allow your Liver and Kidney to get some rest from the unhealthy habits. These 7 Days are important and supplied in earlier blog. NOTE - They say it takes only 21 days to form a life changing habit. Then this is your time as that is how many days are left after this week.

TONY 's DIARY - (Week Five - Day Six)
Protein Re-introduced but still increased Good Fats

Breakfast:
Energy Shake - 400ml Water + 40g Protein Powder + Combination Greens Powder + Organic Coconut Oil. Take a Daily Multi vitamin + Joint Power + 2 x Omega 3 Capsules

Morning Workout - Pump Class

Mid Morning Snack:
2 x Cappucino's + Protein Bar (after workout)

Lunch:
Tuna + Mixed Leaf Salad + Tomato + Cucumber + Strawberries + Egg + Low Fat Dressing + 2 x Omega 3 Capsules

Mid Afternoon snack:
6 x Corn Thins with Peanut Butter

Dinner:
Baked Salmon + Mixed Leaf Salad + Capsicum (Red pepper) + Tomato + Pear + Celery + Strawberries + 2 x Omega 3 Capsules

2 Hours before Bed:
400ml water + Fibre Shake + Combination Greens + Organic Coconut Oil

Overall - Water consumption = It's been colder and I am only getting in 8 glasses apart from when I work out when I add more. Changed up training session and kept my intensity back up to 100%. Added protein back into my eating plan but haven't re-introduced any red meat yet. I'm definitely going to be eating less but I do like the occassional steak or lamb loin.

Daily mantra:
I am totally committed to supporting my Human ECO System with my actions.