Episode 9: Should You Eat Meat? Are Health Drinks Really Healthy? Quality or Quantity: What’s More Important?

3 Hotly Debated Nutrition Topics

The nutrition world is constantly evolving, with new trends and diets popping up all the time. It can be hard to know what to believe! In this post, we'll explore three of the most debated nutrition topics:

1. Eat Meat or "No" to Meat: That is the Question

The debate around meat consumption is ongoing. While some argue for a plant-based diet, others believe humans are naturally omnivores.

• Meat is Good: While I acknowledging the ability to live healthfully as a vegetarian or vegan, I believe humans are designed to eat meat and can best thrive on meat. Something to consider is the quality of the meat you choose to  consume. Be sure to sourcing the highest-quality stuff for the healthiest results.

2. The Rise of "Healthy" Drinks: Are They All They're Cracked Up To Be?

The market is flooded with "healthy" drinks: protein shakes, energy drinks, and flavored waters. But are they truly beneficial?

• Stay away: Many of these drinks contain added sugars, artificial sweeteners, and other questionable ingredients. The best choice is always the most boring: water, coffee, and tea.

3. Quality Over Quantity: What's More Important for Nutrition?

Many people focus on calorie counting and restrictive diets that keep calories low. However, I have found that it's the quality that matters most. In fact, in my 25 years of helping people figure out a sustainable, healthy way to approach nutrition, it's the people who eat the best foods that look great and NEVER need to count a single calorie.

• Focus on consuming whole foods like meat (if you eat it), vegetables, nuts, seeds, and fruits.

The Bottom Line: Be mindful of the potential downsides of trendy diets and products. Prioritize whole, unprocessed foods and watch your body transform.

The world of nutrition is filled with debates, trends, and ever-changing advice. Prioritize whole, nutrient-dense foods and avoid overly processed options. This is a timeless approach that delivers lasting results. Nutrition doesn't have to be complicated—keep it simple, prioritize quality, and let your health and vitality speak for themselves.